My Kubota B2150

[RoyJackson]

"The FEL does have a "float" position but I had to hold the joystick in that position. I will try it again this weekend just to confirm but I'm sure it sprang back to the "N" position when I let it go."

Definitely a possibility.
However, the joystick moves around quite a bit before anything is actually actuated. It's nothing more then a lever...and look where the fulcrum is on that lever.
When you put it it what you think is the "float" detent, you should feel a slight resistance. This is the actuator going past the float detent.
Using just a light pressure (your fingertip, not your whole hand), pull the stick aft. If you're in float, you'll feel that light resistance as you pull out of "float".

Also, if you're in "float", your bucket will not dig in as you move forward. Position the bucket slightly curled back (so the lip is above the ground) as you move your tractor forward.
My bucket, even in "float", tends to dig in a bit....thus the slight curl...

Minor addendum...
When pushing the stick forward, the FEL will initially try to lift the front end of your Kubota. As you enter "float", the front end of your tractor will drop back to the ground. You will feel a distinct "jolt" (for want of a better term).

BTW, since you're a Brit...is your steering wheel on the right side?

 

[Andyfr]

Hi Roy

Well I checked and it doesn't lock in the float position I have to hold it there. I will call in to the Kubota dealer and ask if it is supposed to or not.

 

[jdrotert]

Andy,
Could you take some pics of the grill guard with your loader raised? I have a B2150 with LA 350 FEL also, but no grill guard. I'd like to build one and your pics just may be the thing I need!!

 

[Andyfr]

John

Sure thing, it will have to wait until the weekend as I won't have the time before then /w3tcompact/icons/smile.gif.

 

[JohnMiller3]

Hi Andy...

See how your homework and patience really paid off... /w3tcompact/icons/wink.gif

That's a sharp looking unit... I'm happy for ya.../w3tcompact/icons/smile.gif

 

[Pks]

Andy,

I have a FEL that also does not stay in the float position. That is due to adding too much grease to the detent ball, spring and pin. I used to stay in float really well. But after I serviced the mechanism, it slips out of float all the time. I expect all I need to do is open up the cap and remove some of the grease; leaving just enough to prevent rusting.

 

[Andyfr]

Thanks John.

I am really pleased with it, so glad I waited. Managed to squeeze it in the garage to keep it dry, just have to remember to lower the backhoe first /w3tcompact/icons/crazy.gif.

 

[Andyfr]

Thanks for that info, maybe that is what the problem with mine is too. I will be popping into the local Kubota dealer so will try to find the best solution. I will let you know if there is a quick fix.

 

[hwp]

Andy
Now that you are getting used to operating your machine, how about some pictures of it at work on that beautiful property you have? Also some more pictures of the surrounding area would be interesting. Cheers

 

[billfires]

Andyfr, is that the Kubota that was quite a distance away from you? If I remember, it was at a dealer 8 hours away from you. Did you go and look at it or hire someone else? Just curious. Thanks

Bill C