Loader Loader losing lifting ability

[forest grump]

The loader on my Kioti LK2054 is losing its lifting capacity, I have had the machine for about 10 years, the hour meter never worked when I bought it, at that time it had 250 hrs on it, I would guess it has about 1500 hours on it now, no sign of any leaks.
Thank for any help

 

[IXLR8]

others, myself included, have had issues with the seals blowing out. New seals are about $25.00 per cylinder, if you have the right tools, takes about 1hr to remove cylinder, rebuild and replace.

 

[kebo]

Since there are no leaks, you might need to get a gauge and check your hydraulic pressure.

 

[Daisy the Digger]

I'm sure by now you've checked the level of hydraulic fluid? No horrible grinding noises? Any new noises? I'm guessing seals or pump, but I'm much more of an operator than a mechanic.

 

[mostly_gas]

There is the relief valve that could be leaking as well. I would check it before the pump if you have pressure problems Dirt or sticky valve would bleed off pressure causing your symptoms

 

[Egon]

Are the joystick linkages worn?