MT125 Backhoe owners question - Do you have a boom float?

[3Ts]

Can't help on the MT tractors, but what would one use a float position on a backhoe for? I've got a JD backhoe on mine and can't figure out what I'd ever use a float position for.

 

[Doofy]

Can't help on the MT tractors, but what would one use a float position on a backhoe for? I've got a JD backhoe on mine and can't figure out what I'd ever use a float position for.

Same here. My hoe supposedly has the float but I don't know why or how to use it. 'Splain.

 

[mslisaj]

Here is what a backhoe "boom float" is for and what it does.

Boom Float Backhoe Massey Ferguson Compacts - YouTube

And I'm still looking for MT125 owners to weigh in with a yes or no. :confused3:

 

[Doofy]

Here is what a backhoe "boom float" is for and what it does.

Boom Float Backhoe Massey Ferguson Compacts - YouTube

And I'm still looking for MT125 owners to weigh in with a yes or no. :confused3:

I will certainly give this a try next summer.

 

[jdom84]

Here is what a backhoe "boom float" is for and what it does.

Boom Float Backhoe Massey Ferguson Compacts - YouTube

And I'm still looking for MT125 owners to weigh in with a yes or no. :confused3:

Im sure its useful for many things but its best for trenching, which they dont even explain in the video. Wish i had dirt like that...

 

[Doofy]

Yes, are they just smoothing the bottom of the trench, or what? Not a good video. Guess I will try to figure it out next summer.

 

[tomplum]

To the MT owners, you would feel the detent in the boom lever and you wouldn't have to have the hoe mounted to get Lisa her answer. It will just snap in place like the float in your bucket.

 

[mslisaj]

To the MT owners, you would feel the detent in the boom lever and you wouldn't have to have the hoe mounted to get Lisa her answer. It will just snap in place like the float in your bucket.

Mr. "tomplum" you get it my friend!! If the detent is there just like the loader you have a float. The hoe does not have to be mounted or the engine running to test this for me. My tractor does not have this feature and I'm curious why, as it's plainly mentioned on page 14 of the LB1107 Backhoe Operators' Manual. If it was not an option on my model or discontinued I'm okay with that. But if there is something wrong with my hoe and the valving I would like to get it fixed while I have warranty.

I'm just really beginning to think this LS MT125 subcompact tractor and backhoe is a rare combination. With all the folks that have looked at this thread I would think most of these responses would be from MT125 owners saying yes or no. The two men that have MT125's here say they have it but one hasn't used it in a while and didn't expand his answer and the other gentleman speaks of having to hold the control in that position.

Also as I have mentioned earlier when I have asked my dealer about it I get a "deer in the headlights response" that "there is a detent kit I can buy". I cant' get a straight answer from the dealer either. So thanks "tomplum" for sensing my frustration here. :thumbsup:

Best regards,
Lisa

 

[LS Tractor Owner]

Well "LS mt125 owner" you have me a little confused here. My loader definitely has the usual detent float of the loader bucket. But I have not found a "detent" float for the back hoe. Now the book only mentions float on the "boom". So you're saying if you hold the boom control full forward (there is no detent lock for this position) and pull back on the dipper the boom will float as the dipper comes back??? Is this correct?

But in my original post here I was quoting what was in the book and it mentions a "detent" full forward position on the boom. Do you have that?

I know I "found" the float position when I was digging the septic. The problem is I can't remember exactly what position I actually put the levers in. I cannot "feel" a detent in the boom lever. The sticker does show "float" on the boom side, pushing it forward. I think this is what I did while pulling the dipper back. Gave me a nice clean level bottom on the trench. I just got off duty tonight, I'll see if I can get pics of the sticker, and if I get lucky, a chance to play with it (have to run errands w/ the Mrs tomorrow). If not I'll get them on Mon. Also, I cannot feel a detent on the loader... I Just push it all the way forward.

 

[mslisaj]

I know I "found" the float position when I was digging the septic. The problem is I can't remember exactly what position I actually put the levers in. I cannot "feel" a detent in the boom lever. The sticker does show "float" on the boom side, pushing it forward. I think this is what I did while pulling the dipper back. Gave me a nice clean level bottom on the trench. I just got off duty tonight, I'll see if I can get pics of the sticker, and if I get lucky, a chance to play with it (have to run errands w/ the Mrs tomorrow). If not I'll get them on Mon. Also, I cannot feel a detent on the loader... I Just push it all the way forward.

Thanks "LS mt125 owner", definitely the Mrs. comes first but I'll be interesting to see the picture and hear your report when you get the machine out and try it. If the manuals are handy check out the manual for the LB1107 Backhoe on page 14 and see what that says............

Appreciate your help and I'm anxiously waiting for your report.

Regards,

Lisa