3520cx

[boggie81]

I finally got my tractor to a dealer to get the loader and steering issues checked. They are telling me the FEL valve is sticking in the float position causing my loader to cylinders to not build up pressure unless I hold the lever for an extended period.
Also causing my steering to jerk and whine? Aren't they separate pumps?
Also telling me the valve sticking may have messed the pump and need replaced.
Telling valve is not rebuildable and must be replaced. Branson wants $1,300 for the valve alone and no idea when they can get it.
Any one else have this issue? Anywhere I could get a valve other then Branson?

Thanks

 

[K5lwq]

There are plenty of options for valves. You will need to find out from the dealer if they will install one of you find it. You would have to provide the fittings as well I would think.

Other option is to do the valve yourself. You need a valve that is open center with Power Beyond sleeve. It also needs to be around 10GPM. Just search on line for different options.

 

[ericm979]

If you have a fender mounted joystick with cables to the valve it will be a little more work to get a valve and set it up than if it's a loader mounted valve with direct joystick. But still doable.

The valves on the later 20/25s like mine are not that great anyhow. Can't raise/lower and curl at the same time. A quality name brand valve should cost a lot less than the dealer's wanting and work better too.

 

[boggie81]

If you have a fender mounted joystick with cables to the valve it will be a little more work to get a valve and set it up than if it's a loader mounted valve with direct joystick. But still doable.

The valves on the later 20/25s like mine are not that great anyhow. Can't raise/lower and curl at the same time. A quality name brand valve should cost a lot less than the dealer's wanting and work better too.

Thanks, trying to figure out my options. It's a 2016 3520cx and it is mounted on the fender. The valve is located under the floor of the tractor

 

[K5lwq]

Walviol makes a great valve and they have great options including cable. They are higher around $800 But good quality.