Bill A., Tried to post this morning unsuccessfully, thus the previous short.
I'm now very pleased with my 3054 TLB. My dealer at Eton Tractor did replacements and modifications as planned. Since then loader, backhoe, and 3-pt. lift all function smoothly and more importantly strongly.
I've used it at Dad's new house to move @8 tandem loads of gravel and @15 single-axle loads of dirt. Also have used backhoe to remove stumps on my adjoining lot; various sizes up to a multi-trunk stump around 20-22" at ground level. Also it's power really impressed me pushing an empty 16'x20' shed up a steep grade.
I completely understand your frustration. Kioti repaired mine under warranty. I hope they will do the same for you.