New GC2610 questions

[liberty2701]

I just picked up mny new GC2610 and have a couple of questions. The steering wheel continues turn past its max range. It does not stop like a car. Is something slipping or is that the way it works? Cruise control can not be set to max speed. It also falls off slightly when it is set to the speed chosen. When mowing with the 60MMM their seems to be a drone from the left side of the deck when mowing at full throttle. Is this the blade noise or is the spindle noisy? Are their alternative filters and hydraulic fluid other than Massey available? Thanks for the help

 

[rjmack]

Cruise control can not be set to max speed. It also falls off slightly when it is set to the speed chosen.

that sounds like an adjustment issue.

don't know about the other one.

 

[ray66v]

As a new owner you could best spend your time reading and searching past threads in the MF forum. There is a wealth of information much of which, you need to know there.

Also check out our FAQ thread, it could save you from new owner panic, and some questions:

http://www.tractorbynet.com/forums/massey-ferguson-owning-operating/197005-all-newbies-faq.html

 

[liberty2701]

Thanks for the info. The faq answered the steering wheel question. My dealer is 100 miles away. Can I adjust the cruise myself via a linkage?

 

[liberty2701]

I looked undermeath and saw a cable for the cruise. I will adjust it slightly to see if I can fix it. Any tips?

 

[ray66v]

Sorry, I don't know about the cruise control.

 

[massey driver]

The cruise control has sort of brake pads on the lever pivot,you can try turning the nut a little tighter.Mine has never really seemed to work properly and if its to tight you can't really move the lever and to loose and it slowly slows down. I don't really use it so not to concerned about it. As for the steering I think you better call your Dealer and let them know whats going on with the steering.?? It sounds like your orbit steering valve in the dash is faulty or the steering cylinder is faulty.Either one has a problem there's noway that you should beable to keep turning the steering wheel it should come to a stop once the wheels are turned as far as they go.Larry

 

[radioman]

you issue sounds simalar or same as my BX kubota. My CC uses a rod and slipbar to lock it. When I press it all the way to max speed, I have to let go of HST pedal to let it lock in place and it sure does slow down a bit. When My BX is in rabbit gear, at rated engine speed it, using foot mashed down all the way supposedly can go 8.1 mph . I have tried using max speed on road using CC and I noticed a significant drop in speed. I am guessing that this is normal as same for your GC.

 

[rjmack]

my cruise control backed off until the machine quit moving when i got it.

massey ferguson mechanic adjusted it. works good now. does back off slightly at first, then holds.

it's operation is connected to the brake pedal, pushing the brake backs the cc lever off. also, it must be connected to the hydrostatic pedal assembly because it won't work in reverse.

 

[liberty2701]

I adjusted the linkage and it seems to be better. This may sound like a silly question but my max speed at full throttle is only around 8mph and the manual says 9.1mph should be the max. I am measuring the speed without any attachments on and on level pavement. Will the linkage adj on the hydro pedal affect this?I am just trying to get everything set up perfect. One day I might want tor race it!!!

 

[MF RED in MT]

I adjusted the linkage and it seems to be better. This may sound like a silly question but my max speed at full throttle is only around 8mph and the manual says 9.1mph should be the max. I am measuring the speed without any attachments on and on level pavement. Will the linkage adj on the hydro pedal affect this?I am just trying to get everything set up perfect. One day I might want tor race it!!!

If you are using #1 diesel, I think #2 diesel will have more power and might get the top speed you are looking for, :confused2:. I also assume you were using a GPS handheld unit to check your top speed, .
Welcome to the tractor forum and congrads on you new MF tractor, :thumbsup:. Good luck with top speed, KC

 

[liberty2701]

I am using #2 diesel. I adjusted a pedal stop which allowed the pedal to be pushed further which brought the speed up. I have two gps units and verified the speed with both. Are factory service manuals available? Thanks

 

[WilliamBos]

I am using #2 diesel. I adjusted a pedal stop which allowed the pedal to be pushed further which brought the speed up. I have two gps units and verified the speed with both. Are factory service manuals available? Thanks

Yes, get your dealer to order the manuals for you. Or , get a price first. Got all manuals for our 1623 for under $100. The one for the 1635 was pennies shy of $300, but that covers the 1635/1643.

 

[massey driver]

. I adjusted a pedal stop which allowed the pedal to be pushed further which brought the speed up. I Are factory service manuals available? Thanks

Factory service manuals are a must.I'am telling you this because of what you said you did with the pedal stop screw.[bolt] the screw is set at a certain spot to keep the pedal from moving to far and doing damage to the inside of your hdrostatic unit.If your not careful you'll do lots of internal damage.

 

[tsteahr]

I am using #2 diesel. I adjusted a pedal stop which allowed the pedal to be pushed further which brought the speed up. I have two gps units and verified the speed with both. Are factory service manuals available? Thanks

First off, congrats on the new tractor! :thumbsup:

Seriously, Massey Driver is right. I understand you want everything to be perfect, but hold off on the "fine tuning" and "tweaking" until you get some time and experience with the machine. You far more likely to create a problem where there was none then actually improve anything by making adjustments without fully understanding the machine.

I suggest you use the machine for a couple hundred hours, do the scheduled maintenance, focus on being safe and improving your operator skills. If, after you have used the machine for a while, you still believe there something not right then start looking for the actual issue.

Once again congrats on the tractor. I'm sure you will really enjoy it!

 

[madhatter]

First off, congrats on the new tractor! :thumbsup:

Seriously, Massey Driver is right. I understand you want everything to be perfect, but hold off on the "fine tuning" and "tweaking" until you get some time and experience with the machine. You far more likely to create a problem where there was none then actually improve anything by making adjustments without fully understanding the machine.

I suggest you use the machine for a couple hundred hours, do the scheduled maintenance, focus on being safe and improving your operator skills. If, after you have used the machine for a while, you still believe there something not right then start looking for the actual issue.

Once again congrats on the tractor. I'm sure you will really enjoy it!

Agree 100% with your comments.... use your new machine, do the maintenance ( you will learn lots about your new machine ) and after all this is there is still some MAJOR issues, then look into it further. Some times the best intentions to fix the small things, will turn into MAJOR things..... :ashamed:

 

[liberty2701]

I wil do that. My dealer quoted me $109 for the manual. Thanks for the advice

 

[liberty2701]

What about aftermarket fluid and filters? I searched and there is not much info about this online. thanks

 

[liberty2701]

My local Napa has hydraulic fluid that that clearly says meets or exceeds permatran III specs. Any experience with this napa fluid?

 

[ray66v]

I would recommend using either Permatran, or Amsoil ATH synthetic. They are the only two that have been proven trouble free. Some have run other brands, and had no problems. And some reported issues.