I describe what a differential lock is, how it works, how to engage it easily, how to tell if it is working or not working, and how to avoid from breaking it. #Tractortech #Realwork
Great video roger, I noticed recently when I was box blading my driveway i was trying to engage the differential in preparation for a hill but I couldn’t get my differential to engage and now it makes sense. I was driving in a straight line. Great tip on turning the steering wheel to engage it.
Thanks Adam! On the BX I think there are 4 pins that lock the axles together. If they are evenly spaced, that would mean there would have 90 degrees max of tire tire rotation for it to engage. If you driving in a straight line, and there is very little slip this could take a long time.
A little late to the party, but wanted to thank you for this demonstration. Oddly enough, it helped me to understand the diff lock operation on my new Cub Cadet GT54. The owners manual instructions are contradictory, and I was concerned about bricking the K62 transmission as the lock engagement was inconsistent whether the unit was stationary or moving. A few trial runs in the yard with your excellent (turning) tips provided the input necessary to engage the lock without issue. Much appreciated, sir!
I have been struggling to get a competent answer and service from the Service department at Bobcat of Buffalo about the differential lock and wiring harness on my new tractor for over 11 months. Five different technicians have stopped over to service the differential and electrical without success. No one could tell me how to use the differential correctly or if it was broken. I had to submit a complaint to the company to get a response from dealership. Not until I watched this RU-vid video had I learned the proper way to operate the differential. Ps: lights still not working because once the fifth technician figured out the switch was bad, I was told parts were not available. Bottom line, stay away from Bobcat dealers and company. I wasted $500 on extended warranty. Lastly, thank you for the video.
Excellent video roger! I have seen this question so many times lately on Facebook groups and forums. I feel that a lot of these guys who do break their Dif lock is because they are trying to engage the diff lock while moving too quickly under load because they are not slowing down their travel of speed like they should be before pushing the pedal to engage the diff lock, this usually results in breaking the locking pin. Fantastic video! Keep up the good work 👍🏻
I echo Mike's comments here. Understanding how to use the tractor properly can eliminate a lot of these issues. Stopping the tractor, applying some pressure to the diff lock pedal, then slowly traveling until the pedal fully engages. If you jam anything in gear, you may end up damaging things. You have a great channel Roger!!
Great tips Roger I had no idea how the diff lock worked. When my tractor was delivered they just told me to push down if I needed more traction not the best of instructions after watching this video. Take care brother.
Great idea for a video! i never thought that people may not know what it is. i grew up in a area and time when anyone running a tractor knew what a DL was. But now days, new homesteads, city folks giving up their lives for a life in the country, great idea for a video!
Thanks. I always try to throw a tip in the video, (in this case turning the wheel for faster engagement) so even someone that has used tractors for year may learn something.
@@TractorTech I dig it man. if you run out of ideas you can also make a video on the detent on the front scoop. when lowering just shove it all the way until you feel the detent engage, and bucket goes into "Free float" mode. Works great for gravel, driveways, anything you are trying to put a smooth grade on. I think most all modern tractors have it, the old ones perhaps not, but I havent ran any kind of new one that didnt have it. Just a future thought when you are trying to think of what to make a video on :-)
Go info I never knew about turning the steering while push down on the differential peddle. Thanks. I try to be easy on this lock, and the same reason I don't intend to increase the hydrolic pressure. I know what is going on in these drive trains, same as trying to lift too much with the 3 point hitch. If any of these brake you have big repair. Every thing has to come apart.
Great video ! I have a question could you please clarify ..... I am super confused - You said you will engage the diff lock while you’re coming up to a place where you know you’ll need it( so you’re driving and the tires ARE obviously spinning) . But then you said NOT to engage the diff lock while the tires are spinning or on dry pavement. ??? So when should you engage the diff lock? Thank you
If you are stuck and spinning stop spinning. Then press on the diff lock. Spin the tires very slowly til it engages. I wouldn't make a turn on dry pavement with the diff lock engaged. Use the diff lock when ever you need more traction than you get with 4wd.
From what I understand it's an expensive repair if you break it. That's why I put a large bolt and large fender washer in the space just under the pedal bar set just against it so it can not be actuated by me or any one using my tractor. Too many folks don't understand tractor should be stopped before engaging. If the front wheel assist doesn't get you out go get someone to pull you out. Cheaper than a transmission repair. Have a Blessed Day
@@FrostyTheBeerMan ya472 has videos on here showing what happens when diff lock fails. If you’re moving much it could shear those lock up pins and then it’s toasted ! That’s what I based my decision not to use the diff lock on.
I had my differential lock brake in my B2601. After they took it apart they concluded it was metal fatigue. It took 45 day;s before I got it back Covered under warranty. Later
@@ya472 Yes it does have a FEL & a BH. After looking at the pens they were cut in half my best guess is that the Rockwell of the steel wasn't the right hardness. Later
@@ItsaboutMakingnotBuying I am attempting to modify my BX25 diff-lock with hardened steel 12mm x 34mm pins. I do not know what these pins were designed for, but hopefully they will be better than the 10mm stock ones.
Smaller tractors don't have independent brakes. That is an option if you have independent brakes. I like a diff lock better if you know you are going to be on a real hard pull, step on the diff lock before a tire slips.
