Hydraulics

Carl Bert · Aug 1, 2010

I have a new B26. It has 11 hours on it. I have it about a month now, and I noticed that the stabilizers, when left in the fully retracted position, drop slowly. Is this something I should have checked, considering it is brand new? Thanks

kennyd · Aug 1, 2010

Completely normal...Place a strap between the two stabs to keep them up for extended times.

leonz · Aug 1, 2010

Nope,

As you do not have two way check valves in the cylinders they all do it.

This solved by most builders with a fold over hook/latch to keep them up during transport.

its better for you to lower the wings/stabilisers and set them with a little resistance to take the loading off the rears as the upper and lower booms add more weight to the rear tires.

funwithahoe · Aug 1, 2010

Other posts covered it - but great looking tractor!:drool::drool:

DiezNutz · Aug 2, 2010

A couple of Cialis dropped in the hydro fluid will keep them up for 36 hours. :thumbsup:

OK more serious... any of the BH cylinders will droop over time if not supported. You may notice your bucket droops as well.

Most important thing, make sure you always park it with the boom lock in place. Otherwise you may come out to the garage to find an unpleasant surprise involving anything that might've been parked behind the BH.