FEL not level with BX2380

[BillSz]

I am just curious if there is a level of tolerance regarding FEL not being level with the tractor. Ever since I have owned my tractor I noticed that when putting the bucket down the right side would touch the ground first. I also noticed the same thing when putting various attachments on the FEL that the left side of the quick attach would contact first and then the right. The difference is about 3/8". I assumed this was the way it was supposed to be until speaking with a neighbor who informed me that his skid steer was level. Does anyone know if what I am experiencing is normal for the 2380 FEL?
Thank you for your help,
Bill

 

[jkcolo22]

Try this thread:

LA534 Loader hydraulic arms extending uneven
https://r.tapatalk.com/shareLink?sh...om/forums/showthread.php?t=39757&share_type=t

I’ve been meaning to try this myself. But I suspect I may have tweaked mine. I’ve noticed my bucket attaches easily, but my snow blade, forks, and grapple require some extra grunting to get everything lined up.


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[atitus]

Hi Bill, same exact thing happens with mine. The right side touches first. It started doing that not too long after I got it, after I had some trouble taking the loader on/off. I am pretty sure that I tweaked something.

 

[dalola]

It *should* be level, but there are numerous reasons why it may not be.

If you still have warranty, might consider letting your dealer have a look, since you mention it's been this way from the beginning.

Either way, I wouldn't be overly concerned about a 3/8" delta. Assuming you can R&R with no issues?

 

[85Hokie]

I am just curious if there is a level of tolerance regarding FEL not being level with the tractor. Ever since I have owned my tractor I noticed that when putting the bucket down the right side would touch the ground first. I also noticed the same thing when putting various attachments on the FEL that the left side of the quick attach would contact first and then the right. The difference is about 3/8". I assumed this was the way it was supposed to be until speaking with a neighbor who informed me that his skid steer was level. Does anyone know if what I am experiencing is normal for the 2380 FEL?
Thank you for your help,
Bill

Just asking.....

All your tires "inflated" to the correct psi? Check that first......has been know to screw the front end up, specially the rears

 

[BillSz]

Thank you everyone for writing. I have rechecked the tire pressure and they are spot on. I received the tractor in January and did not think anything of the discrepancy until I spoke with someone with a skid steer. Turns out that skid steers use a much closer tolerance and mounting bracket than a utility tractor. After speaking with my dealer he said it would be hard to prove that I did not do something to the FEL which I find disappointing but understand. After speaking with a service tech I asked what the tolerance is for the FEL and he said he didn't know but would research it for me. In the meantime he suggested a more accurate way to measure for discrepancies. I have never taken off the FEL but am going to do so tomorrow to see if that affects it.

 

[jkcolo22]

If you financed, you have KTAC insurance. And if you really did do something to it, that would cover accidental damage.


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[BillSz]

I do not have the KTAC insurance. I looked through my paperwork and it appears an application sheet was in the documentation but I do not remember discussing it. The only other insurance I have would be homeowners but I am not sure that would apply.
With that in mind, the KTAC sounds like a good value but I am interested in learning of other's experiences and insights.
I posted a new topic under the service category but would welcome any thoughts on the matter.

 

[GeoHorn]

To be "sure" if your homeowners covers your tractor...call your agent... it's that simple.
Mine does.

 

[Charlie5320]

My home owners ONLY covers the tractor when ON my property. Does NOT cover anything if the tractor is NOT on the property, mowing the ditch no insurance. Taking to the dealer, no insurance. Have to buy a separate rider if I want it insured all the time.

 

[ALLEN007]

I'm the opposite. I wished they made a FEL that you could change the angle. My land is not level in any direction.