Problem w/ my FEL locking on my L45

[vjd57]

So here is the problem - the loader locking mechanism is the same height as my right knee/ shin so when I turn to look behind me or want to adjust the backhoe from the front my knee hits the foolish thing and locks the loader. Love my L45 but this is really pissing me off. Dealer says Kubota recommends I change my seat adjustment, they haven't seen this problem yet??? Thanks Kubota, seat is adjusted to my liking so really not interested in changing to something uncomfortable.

Wondering if anybody else is having a problem w/ the loader locking? Not sure if this feature is only on my L45 but I'm guessing it is on others as well.

 

[wboggs]

Mine is an L39 and I would have thought that they are nearly the same.
I don't have any problems hitting the lock lever.
Could you make a creative bend in the lever?

 

[vjd57]

Mine is an L39 and I would have thought that they are nearly the same.
I don't have any problems hitting the lock lever.
Could you make a creative bend in the lever?

I would prefer not to do anything, Its 1 month old and I'm still under warranty. As far as I'm concerned Kubota should modify/ correct it.

 

[vjd57]

Update - Dealer cut the lever back so it is behind the plastic housing, had to sign a waiver . . . . which was fine. All is well, love my L45!