My Jinma has arrived!!!!!

[ebbtide]

A much anticipated arival has finally happen. I have soooo many dang questions I dont even know where to begin.
First question is when I use the shuttle shift its very hard to engage into the forward position. It tends to grind a bit until I stop and really push the lever hard. It goes into neutral and reverse with no problem. Another thing I see is that the rear hydro link that a backhow would hook to is dripping. Im assuming its leaking from the fiting? Do you guys recommend double clutching for the shuttle shift??

 

[SevenCorners]

Mike,
I too have had shifting problems with my shuttle shift. It has slowly gotten better as I have gotten better at shifting and the straight cut gears have worn. give yours a little time to wear and build your shifting skills. I just changed my tanny fluid today. I will let you know if this helps in the shifting department. Have fun!!

 

[bluechip]

The Jinma shuttle is NOT sychromesh. you must come to a stop and have clutch fully depressed to change direction.

 

[ebbtide]

Thank you for your reply fellas. I am @ a complete stop and I also have the clutch all the way in. It just seems like im having to force it when it shouldnt feel that way. Im sure it has alot to do with me being a novice with this tractor stuff.

 

[greg_g]

Don't try to move the shuttle shift or Hi/Lo selector levers while the tractor is in motion. In time you can learn to shift gears while the tractor is moving, but it is pretty much guaranteed to make for some noisy practice sessions.

All three often simply refuse to cooperate. It's the nature of the beast. The trick is to push/pull the balky lever in the direction you want it to go, while very slowly easing out the clutch. Sometimes this will result in a little grinding, but usually the lever will slip right into place as soon as the clutch moves the cogs into alignment.

Unlike the three above, the 2wd/4wd lever is usually best shifted when the tractor is moving. If you want to move it while the tractor is not in motion, you may have to physically rock a front wheel back and forth with one hand - while exerting pressure on the lever with the other.

//greg//

 

[ebbtide]

Greg you always are very informative. I really like this forum. I will give that a try when I feel the break in is over. Im off to play on the property now. /forums/images/graemlins/wink.gif

 

[ToolManRick]

Well ebbtide, since we haven't heard from you... you must be having fun trying out the new tractor. I'm still checking mine out. One of the first things I did was add a switch that let me flash the turn signals at the same time. Sort of like 4 way flashers. I have a short stretch of road I travel occasionally and I feel more comfortable I'm seen by the big logging trucks. I also added an dash panel indicator light connected to the brake light circuit. I seldom use the "parking" brake, but the light reminds me if I've locked the brakes. Hope your enjoying the new-found power!

 

[ebbtide]

Yes sir, I had a blast this weekend. I put 6 hours on her and it felt good. So far only a small hydro leak that will be an easy fix. I also noticed my front tires/wheels are canted inward. Is this normal on tractors? When I hit 10 hours im gonna flush all the fluids (if I can find all the drain plugs) and relace it with some good ole USA stuff.

 

[greg_g]

</font><font color="blue" class="small">( front tires/wheels are canted inward. Is this normal on tractors? ...
When I hit 10 hours im gonna flush all the fluids (if I can find all the drain plugs) and relace it with some good ole USA stuff. )</font>
That's the typical front stance. Has something to do with torque steering when front diff is engaged.

Typical break-in period is 50 hours, so count on doing it again - 40 hours down the road. Unless you figure it's going to be a long time before you accumulate the next 40, replacing fluids and filters twice in 50 hours might be a bit expensive.

If you've still got the Asian fluids it was shipped with, I'd say the 10 hour change is worthwhile. If the Asian fluids were competently replaced after arriving in Amercia, it might be ok to wait.

//greg//

 

[ebbtide]

Thanks Greg! You always give some great advice. Its very helpfull for me being a newbie. My minds at ease knowing about the front end. I was wishing it wasnt out of whack! Yes all the asian oils are still in the Machine. I dont mind doing the fluid change. It will give me a chance to get to know the tractor a bit.