Looking at the various models, narrowing it down to the 2720...My question has to do with the loader hyd lines..I see that they are routed fairly low to the ground from the main frame...Has anyone had issues with the hoses being ripped away or snagging them on ground brush or other foreign obstacles?? Thanks for the replies
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EdC
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I have a 2320 and it has very similar routing for the hydraulic lines. I have never had a problem and have used the tractor clear several acres of sagebrush. I do try to be careful but there have been many times where the sagebrush was tucked up underneath the tractor and was not a problem when it rubbed across the hoses.
glc24
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I have a 2520 and pretty much the same response as Ed posted.
Good luck with your model decision.:thumbsup:
Greg
Good luck with your model decision.:thumbsup:
Greg
pdp11
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I have a 2520, and have not had any problem with the FEL lines. I also have the diverter valve, so mine hang even lower because there is another row of connections below the original ones.
However, I did actually have a problem with one of the lines at the diverter valve. When it was installed by the dealer, per the instructions from Deere, one of the lines is routed in such a way as to allow the 3PH lift arm to make contact with it and break it off at the fitting. After I took a shower in hydraulic fluid, the line was replaced and rerouted in a way that prevented any contact.
However, I did actually have a problem with one of the lines at the diverter valve. When it was installed by the dealer, per the instructions from Deere, one of the lines is routed in such a way as to allow the 3PH lift arm to make contact with it and break it off at the fitting. After I took a shower in hydraulic fluid, the line was replaced and rerouted in a way that prevented any contact.
bonefish101
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I have a 2720, no problems so far...
It's a great tractor, you will love it!
It's a great tractor, you will love it!
Runner
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2520 here and never a problem with the hyd. lines catching on anything. Make sure the standoff is in place that mounts to the right side of the operator platform. That holds them up pretty much out of the way.
LD1
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I cant say for sure, but I think about ALL tractors have hydraulic lines somewhere underneath that could potentially be snagged.
I know my kubota has them rught under the right floorboard. I made a thick shid plat to protact them because I dod catch one. Didn't break it but it did bent the metal 90* fitting a bit.
So dont let the little things like that stop you. IF you are worried about it, make a skid plate for it.
I know my kubota has them rught under the right floorboard. I made a thick shid plat to protact them because I dod catch one. Didn't break it but it did bent the metal 90* fitting a bit.
So dont let the little things like that stop you. IF you are worried about it, make a skid plate for it.