sticky valves on Backhoe

[DannyLobster]

The Backhoe on my GC2310 has real sticky valves. They are hard to move and sometimes don't seem to shut off all the way so it might swing or lower a stabilizer while I am driving without me knowing.
Any suggestions to get them working better again?
Thanks
Dan

 

[oldnslo]

Check all the joints in the linkage on the control levers or joysticks.

Other possibility is can covering the centering springs are filling with crud not allowing free movement. Might be able to spray a good penetrating lube inside the cans if they have drain hole

 

[dfkrug]

I have found that owners of backhoe attachments must periodically oil the heim joints that connect to the joysticks. This requires some disassembly...at least pulling up the rubber boots. I use a thick motor oil.

After 17 years or so, and nearly 200 hours, I replaced my backhoe's heim joints entirely, as they got sloppy. The new ones (from China) feature superior brass inner bearings.