Wayne Weaver
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Here's the challenge:
My front-end loader has 2 functions:
1. Lift the bucket (big pistons)
2. Tilt the bucket (smaller pistons)
To begin, the 'lift' function works just fine.
The 3PH system works just fine.
The 'Tilt' function does NOT work just fine!The bucket will only tilt in the downward motion, but will not tilt back up.
This is the problem of the challenge.
The tractor is a Mahindra 3525...but this shouldn't matter to the mystery.
Clues -
1. The hydraulics control arm (back at your hands) for control of the 'lift' and 'tilt' was greased around the 'needle pistons' with general grease.
I thought this was a good idea at the time to ensure smooth, non-rust future action. I've since recognized that I placed grease in a poor location...should have just used WD40.
2. The 'tilt' function was getting slower and slower before it stopped lifting.
3. Remember I said, the tilt downward action still works, but the upward action does not? Well, the needle pistons (back at the control) has a needle piston that pushes inward for the tilt to lift. That needle piston will not go inward at all....whereas, it should by operation.
It is hydraulically locked is my guess.
4. The hydraulic pump works...cause the 3PH and the 'lift' function on the front-end loader work fine.
5. There are no leaks at any of the pistons. Valves....etc.
6. The hydraulic fluid level is fine....remember, the other hydraulics all work.
My thoughts:
I think grease got on the other side of the needle piston and hydraulically locked the one valve line. Grease and fluid most likely make a nice clot...but I don't know this.
Last request:
1. If you know what the problem might be, tell me how you would fix it.
2. If you know what the problem might be and you know of websites that will educate me...please direct me.
3. I have never unhooked my hydraulics, don't know too much about them, and if you are willing to talk me thru the overhaul replacement of lines and fluid, I would greatly appreciate....please respond.
My front-end loader has 2 functions:
1. Lift the bucket (big pistons)
2. Tilt the bucket (smaller pistons)
To begin, the 'lift' function works just fine.
The 3PH system works just fine.
The 'Tilt' function does NOT work just fine!The bucket will only tilt in the downward motion, but will not tilt back up.
This is the problem of the challenge.
The tractor is a Mahindra 3525...but this shouldn't matter to the mystery.
Clues -
1. The hydraulics control arm (back at your hands) for control of the 'lift' and 'tilt' was greased around the 'needle pistons' with general grease.
I thought this was a good idea at the time to ensure smooth, non-rust future action. I've since recognized that I placed grease in a poor location...should have just used WD40.
2. The 'tilt' function was getting slower and slower before it stopped lifting.
3. Remember I said, the tilt downward action still works, but the upward action does not? Well, the needle pistons (back at the control) has a needle piston that pushes inward for the tilt to lift. That needle piston will not go inward at all....whereas, it should by operation.
It is hydraulically locked is my guess.
4. The hydraulic pump works...cause the 3PH and the 'lift' function on the front-end loader work fine.
5. There are no leaks at any of the pistons. Valves....etc.
6. The hydraulic fluid level is fine....remember, the other hydraulics all work.
My thoughts:
I think grease got on the other side of the needle piston and hydraulically locked the one valve line. Grease and fluid most likely make a nice clot...but I don't know this.
Last request:
1. If you know what the problem might be, tell me how you would fix it.
2. If you know what the problem might be and you know of websites that will educate me...please direct me.
3. I have never unhooked my hydraulics, don't know too much about them, and if you are willing to talk me thru the overhaul replacement of lines and fluid, I would greatly appreciate....please respond.
