FEL Hesitation

[bill18163]

I have a Kubota B2710 HSD 4X4 that I bought new in 2000. It has 1050 hours on it. Lately when I start it up and lift the FEL, the bucket hesitates before lifting. This has never happened before. It always was very positive and lifted instantly with no hesitation. It doesn't do it after being started. Only at startup. This doesn't seem to be a problem right now, but I am looking for some help as to why this would happen.

 

[monkeyduster]

First thing that I would check would be the disconnect fittings . Sometimes this can cause similar problems.

 

[bill18163]

First thing that I would check would be the disconnect fittings . Sometimes this can cause similar problems.

What should I be looking for with the fittings?

 

[rScotty]

What should I be looking for with the fittings?

Just disconnect and reconnect them. Sometimes the poppet valve will get sticky or did not seat. It's a common problem.
Easy enough to do, and a sticky valve in one of the quick disconnect fittings would explain the symptoms.