FEL Leakdown

[mkyaky]

Have a Bobcat 230 with the 7 something loader. Is it normal that if I raise the loader to the top with the bucket empty for the arms to lower about a foot in ten minutes of operation? Seems annoying but is this normal. Only have 100 hrs on tractor. Dont want to bug dealer if its ok. Thanks Mike

 

[J_J]

If they designed a 99% good hyd system, a cyl would lock with valves in neutral, and stay up for days weeks, or even months.

If a cyl or cylinders set leak down, it is probably the seals, and maybe the valve.

Both can be checked for leakage. I am sure the dealer has a leak down rate that is a go or no go situation.

The leak down for you might be different, and is what you can accept.

If he claims different, check out some of his other equipment.

 

[Leejohn]

If it's still under warranty I would be calling the dealer.

 

[mkyaky]

Yes I guess I should at least give him a call. Its just inconvenient to have it transported if it is normal.