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    Branson 5220r loader valve

    Found replacement parts on ebay that should work.
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    Branson 5220r loader valve

    Found one on eBay that appears to work. The original is a pot metal brittle part that is exposed underneath. Hope this works.
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    Branson 5220r loader valve

    Need some help finding a spool end cap for a 2014 Branson 5220r FEL hydraulic valve, picture attached. Dealer of course said their solution was a new valve for $1500. Does anyone know the manufacturer of the valve? I think it's a Besco, but I'm guessing.
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    Buying Advice First tractor for small family farm. Branson or something else?

    My personal experience with mahindra is not good. Had a 4550 and it blew a head gasket in just a few hundred hours. Got it fixed under warranty then sold it. Within 3 months the new owner called to see if it was still under warranty b/c it was stuck in gear. They have some design flaws when...
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    Buying Advice First tractor for small family farm. Branson or something else?

    Absolutely good choice! I have had several tractors in the 40-65 up range. For the money the 5220c is a great little tractor. I currently have the 5220r with FEL and backhoe. The only update I hope to do is add beet juice to rear tires b/C when the backhoe is off, it's light in the rear end...
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    Kubota L4802 vs Mahindra 5145 - Kubota $10k more, less functional?

    Have owned mahindra and fortunately was under warranty. Blew head gasket in less than 500 hours. Dealer was difficult, but did cover it finally after some sparing over warranty. I liked mahindra's weight and power, but reliability is an issue. I sold it after repair and within 6 months the new...
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    Backhoe vs Tractor with backhoe

    Faced the same question recently and went with a 55hp TLB for my 7.5 acres. It does everything I want and is quick attach loader and backhoe. For my ground in western Arkansas we have a lot of rock so the extra weight and power helps dig stumps or waterlines etc. The TLB gives you a lot more...
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    Considering a Branson 5520H

    Good choice. I had a 2017 Mahindra 40hp still under warranty. Hadn't put 10 hours on it and the engine locked up - blown head gasket. Repaired under warranty, but a hassle. Sold it and wasn't long before the new owner wanted to know if the warranty was still good since it was stuck in gear...
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    Kubota Backhoe

    Yikes! Impresses me as a design destined to cause problems for someone. Glad your friend wasn't seriously hurt. I have a BH76 hoe and will double check the mounting system. THanks!
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    Pole barn question

    Having been a contractor/builder for over 25 years and having built several barn/garage structures similar to yours, I have never had a pole rot from ground contact if done correctly. Depending on soil conditions at the site, dig the hole 2-3x pole diameter and 2.5-4 feet deep depending on size...
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    Max 24 no start / white smoke

    OH good. Glad you found it and simple fix.
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    Max 24 no start / white smoke

    Sounds like no compression, from broken head gasket, valves or rings. Check compression, check radiator for fluid level. I had a Mahindra 4540 with just 700 hours on it and it blew the head gasket. Still under warranty, so they fixed it, but I noticed the engine temp gauge never got warm. Not...
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    4WD does not engage, Branson 5220R

    Found the problem, the differential in the front Axle had the bolts stripped off the ring gear. Now to figure what parts are current and where to get them. If anyone of you have a hot tip, I'd appreciate it. Thanks Jim
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    4WD does not engage, Branson 5220R

    Re: Branson Bob: I checked the 4WD lever and as far as I can tell, all linkage is working going into the transmission housing. When it warms up in a few days I'll pull the driveline cover off and check for broken or missing snap rings, etc. Thanks again!
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    4WD does not engage, Branson 5220R

    OK THanks great. Jim
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    Service manuals for Branson Tractors

    OK thanks I'll check it out. Jim
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    Service manuals for Branson Tractors

    Hi Guys, THanks for the links, but the Current 20 series doesn't work. I have a 2014 5220R. Is there another link that works? Thanks Jim
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    4WD does not engage, Branson 5220R

    Thanks guys, I'll look into it when the weather improves. It's like the North Pole here! And I'll try to get the manual also. Thanks Jim
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    4WD does not engage, Branson 5220R

    Working the loader and backhoe today and all went well for a while then I noticed the 4WD was not engaged. Shifting in and out did not solve anything. Is there a shear pin or something that goes out on these? Is this a factory repair item? THanks! Jim in SW Arkansas
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    4550 running temperature

    Right now it's like others in this thread, barely moves off cold. Have to replace head gasket now, I think. Engine's stuck.
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    4550 running temperature

    Hi, I'm your neughbor in Mena, AR with a 4540 with same problem. But it just blew a head gasket I think. Blew white smoke and when I shut it off, now when I try to start it will not turn over like it's got water in the cylinder and locked up. Anyone have experience taking the head off?
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