New GC1735MB- Leaky BH

[1971Gray]

Just bought a new GC1735MB for light work, very happy with it. But after using the backhoe for just a bit, it started leaking. The dealer said that it was a known issue and is covered under warranty with an updated part. Just posting for anyone that buys a new GC with BH to work it early, verify that it doesn't leak. I'll post part numbers of the control valve body if I get them after the repair. It is a little annoying that a new tractor can have a known issue, but nobody checks it before sell off to the customer. And the local dealer honors warranty work, but charges for hauling it to/from owners location.

Also, it runs fine, but when I switch the key on, the fuel pump whine is more of a rattle-y whine, not the smooth whine of every other fuel pump I've heard. I'll get the dealer to check it when it's in for the BH repair. Anyone else have a little rattle to their fuel pump on their GC? Is this normal?

thanks!

 

[TMGT]

Most likely, it uses a pulse type lift pump, also referred to as a clickity-clack pump because they have a clicking sound when running. I. Guessing you only hear it with key on engine off?

 

[Dmacleo]

lift pump makes that noise, its normal.

 

[1971Gray]

Thanks guys! Yes, only hear it when key is on, engine off. Can't hear it over the engine noise once the engine is running. Clickety-Clack is a good description of the sound.