New TC40DA Ordered

BlueToy1 · Jun 14, 2005

I ordered a TC40DA today & I've read on here that each brand has its own minor problems. To those of you with tc's from a new owner (arrives next week), what quirks do i need to keep an eye out for? I guess of what I've read, the battery leak seems to make me shudder tha most.

db2 · Jun 15, 2005

I have 200 hours on mine and have had no issues. Took a little while to get used to the hydostatic but so far the tractor is great.

Relax and Enjoy

rcaretti · Jun 15, 2005

I had the hydraulic fluid radiator crack at the hose connection. I saw a discussion here of this problem some time ago.

I could be wrong, but I believe they've since changed the radiator design to correct this problem.

Overall, it's been a good tractor.

PineRidge · Jun 16, 2005

We did the Optima battery gig at about 50 hours. What a mess battery acid makes. /forums/images/graemlins/frown.gif

I should have just put the Optima battery in when the tractor was delivered new.

have_blue · Jun 16, 2005

( what quirks do i need to keep an eye out for? )

About the most notorious issue the widespread Boomer seat problem. When mine was delivered, my rear end stuck to the seat several times, and before I knew it, I had 100 hours on it!

Congratulations. I don't think you'll regret it for 1 minute.

Getting the 16LA loader?

BlueToy1 · Jun 16, 2005

Thanks fo the replies, has the battery issue been fixed by New Holland?

Yep, getting
16la w/ hd qa bucket
758C back hoe w/ 18" bucket
6' bush hog
Bush hog 72" med duty box blade
2 ton dump wagon
canopy
3 remotes
block heater
arm rests

I was looking at the ccm top & tilt but my better half put the brakes on that for now...I've spent plenty allready!!
I hadn't heard of a seat problem, but I think the Mrs must of. She's asked if she'll ever see me after I get it. I got to come back for fuel sometime!!
Now if I could only sleep at night.

PineRidge · Jun 16, 2005

Thanks fo the replies, has the battery issue been fixed by New Holland? 

Well according to my dealer the problem was rectified even before I took delivery of our 40D. He told me that before I had to replace the battery. /forums/images/graemlins/frown.gif

Maybe someone that has a DA model can jump in here with a bit more info on the battery issue.

hilly · Jun 19, 2005

My TC40DA has 60hrs and no sign of any battery issues. The battery fluid is filled to the top which is overfilled in my view. However, no leakage occured. There is a overflow tube that may be the fix to the problem. I mowed on 30 degree slow up and down all the times.

I don't think Optima 34 battery would fit in TC40DA. The length of the battery is 9" while Group 34 would be 10". A group 34 battery would sit on top of the mounting bolts. I think group 35 would be a better fit.

dknarnd · Jun 19, 2005

I would be interested in hearing how the TC40 handles the 6' Bush Hog once you get using it. Maybe someone who sees this already is using this combo.

PineRidge · Jun 19, 2005

My TC40DA has 60hrs and no sign of any battery issues. The battery fluid is filled to the top which is overfilled in my view. However, no leakage occured. 

That is about the same comment that I made at 50 hours, no obvious damage. I was then informed that the battery needed to be pulled out for a closer look-see. I followed those instructions and found one heck of a mess, you may want to do the same.

BlueToy1 · Jun 19, 2005

dknarnd, I'll be glad to post how the bush hog works. Its supposed to be delivered this week, however I'll be away until Saturday /forums/images/graemlins/frown.gif

PineRidge, excellent web page you have there. I'm thinking of using your divertor set up. Anything you'd change now that you've got some time on it?

johnday · Jun 19, 2005

BlueToy; As per Pineridge requested, I've got a DA model. They did make somewhat of an improvement, in that the newer batteries have a cap on them similar to a motorcycle battery. I've jostled my machine around quite a bit, and have noticed no problems with leakage. One thing I did though, was extend the overflow tube further down below the frame. The Tygon tubing they put on seemed a little too short for me. I'll attach a photo for you guys. /forums/images/graemlins/grin.gif

BlueToy1 · Jun 19, 2005

Johnday thanks for the pic. I'll do the same to mine once I get it.

PineRidge · Jun 19, 2005

Brian the only thing different that I would recommend is that you put the same amount of slack in the hydraulic lines that connect between the electric diverter and the grapple that the stock hydraulic New Holland loader lines have. It will make installing and removing the FEL a lot easier with a wee bit more slack. I was lucky and was able to reposition the hydraulic lines to give me a that needed slack.

I am very happy with the diverter and the ability of the grapple. It was a fun project and turned out to be a very valuable addition to the FEL. /forums/images/graemlins/cool.gif

After seeing the picture I like the change that NH applied to the battery. I'm confident that modification should eliminate the earlier problems that we experienced with acid spills.

BlueToy1 · Jul 5, 2005

Thanks Mike.

dknarnd, So far my TC40 has handled the 6' bush hog great. I've been cutting on old pasture that hasn't been cut in quite a few years. Also trying to clean up all kinds of brush around our pond and dam. Haven't had any problem at all because of the cutter. Ran into a few brush piles left hidden in the weeds, makes a lot of racket but keeps on cutting.

PineRidge · Jul 6, 2005

If you are using your rig close to water and have any signs of Muskrats be extremely vigilant. They can be a real hazard if one of your wheels caves in a den and throws you and the running tractor in the pond.

We usually use the push mower for mowing close around the pond and to keep the TC-40D from landing in the water. Just the weight of my feet pushing the mower has broken through 2 dens at the waters edge so far.

BlueToy1 · Jul 6, 2005

Thanks for the warning. I have seen muskrats and beavers in it 10-15 years ago, so there may be a few dens around the edges. It is completely silted in now. The creek and spring that feed it run in & right down the colvert. I'm clearing an area around it of brush and trees. Then I'll start chipping away at digging it out. Planning on building our house above it in a few years.