Backhoe BX22 backhoe hookup problems

JWKnopp · Jul 3, 2005

We, (my wife and I,) thought it was me.

If the BH and/or FEL aren't taken off in the
PERFECT position they are very troublesome
to get back on.

We have a BX23 and I'm tired of seeing the BH
bend the body panels on the rear of the tractor.

Also the hydraulic lines could have been a little
longer. /forums/images/graemlins/mad.gif

Junkman · Jul 3, 2005

If the lines in the rear aren't long enough, you can have 2 6" lines made up that you can add to the factory lines. I had found the same problem, but when I added the rear remotes to the tractor, it gave me the additional length of hydraulic hose to make it easier. If you are bending up the rear sheet metal when you reinstall your backhoe, you are not doing it correctly. It takes patience to develop a feel for when it is going to go on correctly. I have found that if the hoe is on solid level ground such as the garage floor, it will go on a lot easier than if it is on the back lawn.

bandit67 · Jul 5, 2005

Here's a follow-up. I went to work on pulling the subframe hook-up linkages apart this past Saturday. Turns out that all 4 of the swivel links were pretty well rusted onto the mounting pins. I went through a half a can of WD-40 just to get the linkages off (using a hammer to swivel them back and forth). One of the top swivels took almost 20 minutes of spraying and hammering the link back and forth before it finally came off the mounting pin. Once I had everything apart, I used the WD-40 and some wet-dry automotive sandpaper to get the pins and links cleaned up.

I put everything back together, and was able to actually swivel the linkages with my hands /forums/images/graemlins/shocked.gif. When I went to attach the backhoe to the tractor, I couldn't believe how easily it hooked itself up - even the spring loaded link pins just snapped into place when I pulled the lock pins - they had never done that before.

What used to be a 20 minute hook-up process with a hammer, now takes only 5 minutes when the linkages are functioning properly. /forums/images/graemlins/cool.gif We had been concerned with using an oil-type lubricant, as we figured it would attract too much dust and bind up the swivel links. But after getting them off, I realized that the fit is too tight to worry so much about dirt making it's way between the swivel link and its mounting pin.

Jim_Qbull · Jul 5, 2005

Joe, I had the same troubles you describe the first time I removed the BH. I found my lines were plently long once I got the ty-wrap holding them together pulled up through a guide loop underneath the BH. Also found that angling the BH back more allows the lower attachment point to drop in place, thus giving ample clearance at the top by the body work.

I hope this helps.

Jim_Qbull · Jul 6, 2005

Just ran into another problem with the BH installation tonight. If the 3PH is all the way up, there is a threaded rod that can interfere with the upper latch on the right side. This rod kept the latch from snapping in place until I lowered the 3PH slightly.

JWKnopp · Jul 9, 2005

Junkman and Jim QBull thanks for the info.
I will certainly try these suggestions.
Plus we now have a newconcrete pad to
provide a level surface.

Berniep · Jul 9, 2005

I Also found some extra lenght in the hoses on my BX 23 backhoe once I pulled them through the guide loop. I have my backhoe off about once a weekend. I have not had any problems since I figured out that I had to leave the outriggers well clear of the ground untill the backhoe was tilted all the way away from the tractor, at this point the upper latches should be clear of the bodywork and you can raise it with the outriggers. I drop it on a section of ground that is not very level at all but the backhoe controls let you move it just about any direction to get it lined up. I have only had the FEL off once and it it was a lot harder to get the pins in.