Front loader lifts but won't curl

[Nevermorefarm]

Hi, I'm posting this on behalf of the farm mechanic....we have a Kubota B2150 w/front loader. A new problem developed where the bucket raises and lowers fine, but won't curl. And it seems as though one side is trying to curl, but the other isn't. Any thoughts? We have the service manual, we're just not sure what the issue might be. TIA!
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[Scotty370]

I had the same thing happen on my JD 4200 w 300x loader, except it was on the lift circuit. Would curl fine. When I went to lift, no go! One side was trying, but no-go! Loader was brand-new (3mos?) and under warranty. They found that a nut had come off inside the cylinder, and also scored the cylinder inside! New cylinder, and good to go. On their 'dime'! Good luck! ~Scotty

 

[kennyd]

Welcome to TBN NMF

A VERY common problem when this happens is the one of the QD's(quick disconnects) has come slightly un-connected but LOOKS connected. Try the simple stuff first-unplug and re-seat all 4 QD's.

 

[bearmtnmartin]

if that doesn't work, check your auto leveling if you have it. If there is a parallel link bar with a sensor at on end, try removing the bar.

 

[docjupa24]

mine did something similar on my 3520, one of QD's was partially disconnected, worked fine after i hooked it back up, and best of all didn't cost a dime to fix.........i agree with kenny d, look there first