Used R4047

[hutchman]

Went to pick it up today and the trailer I borrowed was too small (short) I did notice that when driving the 4047 with the backhoe attached the front end was very light, I had a hard time steering while maneuvering to load up. Is that normal with the backhoe attached? I guess I could have used the split brakes to help out but was just surprised at how light the front end was.

Now I'll be picking it up Friday.

Sweet!

... see, I told you it was too big I've got the perfect size tractor for you and it has an Uber subframe backhoe mount

 

[BlessedMess]

Are the rear tires filled with liquid for ballast? You could remove any liquid in the tires (if present) and/or add a weight bar or wheel weights up front, but that sounds more like a band aid.

On my XU there is a difference in weight/balance, but not substantial enough to impair maneuverability/steering when the BH is mounted... no ballast in my rear tires since that and backhoe implements aren't recommended together.

Sorry the new tractor isn't home on the range with you... hopefully the next trip goes better. Was going to dig a septic for some friends but having trailer woes myself. Good luck!

 

[dirtymartini]

It's home!

 

[hutchman]

It's home!
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Very nice! That was a smoking deal! I look forward to seeing pictures of the projects you do with it!

Congrats!

 

[dirtymartini]

I didn't get a manual with this tractor can anyone tell me how to tell what position the differential lock is in?

 

[hutchman]

On mine you press the lever down with your right heel. It is spring loaded and will pop back up when it releases. I've only used it once when I thought I was going to get stuck in mud. After engaging it, when the wheels stop it will pop back up.

 

[dirtymartini]

On mine you press the lever down with your right heel. It is spring loaded and will pop back up when it releases. I've only used it once when I thought I was going to get stuck in mud. After engaging it, when the wheels stop it will pop back up.

Thanks. When I was loading it to bring it home I had a hard time steering...I thought it was because the backhoe was so heavy. Now I'm wondering if the differential lock is on. I think it is all the way down, I'll have to look in the morning.

 

[hutchman]

Thanks. When I was loading it to bring it home I had a hard time steering...I thought it was because the backhoe was so heavy. Now I'm wondering if the differential lock is on. I think it is all the way down, I'll have to look in the morning.

Mine is R series so I'm assuming the 41/47 work the same way ... if not hopefully someone else with one will chime in. I looked at my manual (which the pictures really don't match the tractor) so hopefully the text will help. Here is the page that talks about it:

 

[dirtymartini]

Mine is R series so I'm assuming the 41/47 work the same way ... if not hopefully someone else with one will chime in. I looked at my manual (which the pictures really don't match the tractor) so hopefully the text will help. Here is the page that talks about it:

Thanks, I went out and looked and my lock pedal is definitely all the way down...any ideas on how to get it to release? I hope this isn't a big problem...I didn't really notice when loading the tractor on the trailer, it was only 50 feet I had to drive it to get it on the trailer. I'm wondering if the seller knew about this.

 

[hutchman]

Thanks, I went out and looked and my lock pedal is definitely all the way down...any ideas on how to get it to release? I hope this isn't a big problem...I didn't really notice when loading the tractor on the trailer, it was only 50 feet I had to drive it to get it on the trailer. I'm wondering if the seller knew about this.

Don't know. I've only used mine once and it popped back up by itself if I remember right. The manual kind of suggests doing some kind of dance with clutch and brake. Are your split brakes joined? There is a little pin above them that bind the two pedals together.

 

[dirtymartini]

Don't know. I've only used mine once and it popped back up by itself if I remember right. The manual kind of suggests doing some kind of dance with clutch and brake. Are your split brakes joined? There is a little pin above them that bind the two pedals together.

I'm going to try that tomorrow. This is a 2011 with only 35 hours on it so it has done a lot of sitting around. I'm going to spray whatever linkage I can find with PB Blaster before I try.

 

[Bladehauler]

Mine will pop back up with light spring pressure as soon as the load comes off it or my right heel . the small t handle on the left side is up for 2 wheel drive , down for 4 wheel drive. I find it easiest to raise the front tires off the ground with the fel to switch back to 2 wheel drive.
Hope this helps some.
Scott

 

[hutchman]

I'm going to try that tomorrow. This is a 2011 with only 35 hours on it so it has done a lot of sitting around. I'm going to spray whatever linkage I can find with PB Blaster before I try.

It's not even properly broke in yet!

 

[George2615]

I didn't get a manual with this tractor can anyone tell me how to tell what position the differential lock is in?

You should be able to get a copies of the owners, loader, and BH manuals direct from LS. Send an email
explaining your recent purchase. Service manual would have to be ordered thru your dealer. Below is the link to the parts manual.

LS Tractor R Series

It's possible the lock / diff pedal is stuck down. The PB is a good way to start. You can try unlocking the brake pedals and driving while alternating brake pedals or jack up the rear wheels to relieve pressure and try pulling the lock pedal up.

 

[dirtymartini]

You should be able to get a copies of the owners, loader, and BH manuals direct from LS. Send an email
explaining your recent purchase. Service manual would have to be ordered thru your dealer. Below is the link to the parts manual.

LS Tractor R Series

It's possible the lock / diff pedal is stuck down. The PB is a good way to start. You can try unlocking the brake pedals and driving while alternating brake pedals or jack up the rear wheels to relieve pressure and try pulling the lock pedal up.

Thanks George, I'm going to try all those things this morning.

 

[dirtymartini]

I sprayed the linkage with PB Blaster and worked it by hand and it released. What a relief!

 

[BlessedMess]

Did that fix the maneuverability issues? Congrats again!

Edit: May want to remove those rubber pads from the BH stabilizers unless working on paved/finished surfaces. When doing dirt work can start to twist/rip off. Also, easier to unbolt while clean.

 

[dirtymartini]

Did that fix the maneuverability issues? Congrats again!

Yes it did...Thanks to all who answered. The PO must have pushed it down and I didn't notice it when loading up. After getting it home and having trouble maneuvering in my yard once off the trailer I started thinking it was more than the weight of the Backhoe. As soon as the diff lock released it was night and day...no problems turning.

I did try and dig out one small stump, man am I rusty with the backhoe! I kept looking for foot pedals to swing the boom! I am also re-learning the shuttle shift. Practice makes perfect right?