I figure you folks might get a kick out of this.

   / I figure you folks might get a kick out of this. #1  

tacticalturnip

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Well, the other day I went out to move some snow; I think I'd been on the 1025 for all of about 10 minutes when the SCV control lever went limp in my hand.

She sheared. In 20 or so years of running a bucket I have never seen this. It was a bit surreal. 😂

In a rather agitated state I went to my nearest dealer to, hopefully, get a replacement. Now I'm going to be honest and admit that I had a chip on my shoulder when I went in, and that's on me. I want to emphasize that I wasn't my best self, because it speaks volumes of the staff there. They calmed my rabid self down, declared that they've never seen it happen- to the point that they don't keep the control lever in stock- and produced one that had been removed off of another machine that recieved a 3rd function. They offered me the part at no cost, burped me like the baby I'd been acting as, and sent me on my way.

A busted knuckle and 15 minutes was all it took to install the replacement.

With the story spoken, I want to emphasize that I don't fault Deere for the broken control arm. Well, at least once my frustration subsided. 😂

I've never seen this happen, nor had any of my friends I shared the story with. I can't help but think there was an alignment in the stars; the right temperature, the right amount of force, and there you go. Looking at it after the fact, it's a story to tell, a bit of a laugh, and a learning experience.

Anyhow, here, enjoy.

[Realizing, as I upload the images, I forgot to take one of the control arm. I'll amend this when I get home. 🙄😂]
 

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   / I figure you folks might get a kick out of this.
  • Thread Starter
#2  
Really, the hardest part in all this was coming to terms with the fact that the rubber boot will never set right again.
 
   / I figure you folks might get a kick out of this.
  • Thread Starter
#5  
LOL. But ya gotta take it easy with those toy tractors……

I'm quite fortunate that all this cost me was my pride; education can be expensive. 😂
 
   / I figure you folks might get a kick out of this. #6  
good that they had part, but worse case cut off remaining bolt...weld on new thread.
 
   / I figure you folks might get a kick out of this. #7  
If you were as obnoxious as you say... A big box of fresh donuts or similar offering to the dealer staff is appropriate. Good dealer relations is a two-way street.
 
   / I figure you folks might get a kick out of this. #8  
Well, the other day I went out to move some snow; I think I'd been on the 1025 for all of about 10 minutes when the SCV control lever went limp in my hand.

She sheared. In 20 or so years of running a bucket I have never seen this. It was a bit surreal. 😂

In a rather agitated state I went to my nearest dealer to, hopefully, get a replacement. Now I'm going to be honest and admit that I had a chip on my shoulder when I went in, and that's on me. I want to emphasize that I wasn't my best self, because it speaks volumes of the staff there. They calmed my rabid self down, declared that they've never seen it happen- to the point that they don't keep the control lever in stock- and produced one that had been removed off of another machine that recieved a 3rd function. They offered me the part at no cost, burped me like the baby I'd been acting as, and sent me on my way.

A busted knuckle and 15 minutes was all it took to install the replacement.

With the story spoken, I want to emphasize that I don't fault Deere for the broken control arm. Well, at least once my frustration subsided. 😂

I've never seen this happen, nor had any of my friends I shared the story with. I can't help but think there was an alignment in the stars; the right temperature, the right amount of force, and there you go. Looking at it after the fact, it's a story to tell, a bit of a laugh, and a learning experience.

Anyhow, here, enjoy.

[Realizing, as I upload the images, I forgot to take one of the control arm. I'll amend this when I get home. 🙄😂]
Even though it's good that you told us all about your bad behavior did you call the dealer once you got home to apologize and to thank them for the free part? I'm sure you did.
In the past I have made an ass out of myself and had to later apologize. I'm glad I did too. It made me a better person. Not so much that finally I acted like an adult at the time but that I have strived to continue to act like an adult. Eating crow seems to lead to making better dietary choices, so to speak.
Eric
 
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Agree with GRS - a field fix, albeit temporary is very doable in this case.

That said, I wear my Carhardt coveralls doing snow removal, and they catch the control levers getting on and off the unit, so it might have happened in a previous use?

I have caught the loader valve stick before, but it would bend before breaking.
 
   / I figure you folks might get a kick out of this.
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If you were as obnoxious as you say... A big box of fresh donuts or similar offering to the dealer staff is appropriate. Good dealer relations is a two-way street.
That is an excellent idea. I suppose I know what I'm doing Monday after I drop the kids off at school. 👍🏻
 

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