BX steering wheel "jerk"

[LobsterClaw207]

Like the title says, I've got a BX2680 with about 230 hours on it, all service has been performed.

I'm noticing when driving, if say I'm turning the wheel hard over and articulate the bucket or lift the 3pt hitch, when I release the bucket control or hitch lever I feel and see a noticeably sharp "jerk" in the steering wheel like it's trying to pull it out of my hand. It happens quick, and can be repeated every time.

I checked the HST fluid level and it appears fine. Not sure if this is normal? It's almost like a water hammer in the hydraulic system and it's grabbing the steering somehow but it feels disconcerting. Thanks!

 

[imnukensc]

Normal on my BX2380, but maybe not as hard as you describe. All of those systems use the same hydraulics.

 

[ve9aa]

On my BX if I have something really really heavy on the forks or bucket, as I putter along (slowly) over uneven ground the steering can be affected with mild jerkiness or actual virtual nonresponsiveness.

Not sure if normal or not. Someone smarter than I am will say.

 

[skeets]

My old gal does the same thing,, all the same hydro circuit I believe

 

[LobsterClaw207]

Thanks men. Glad it isn't just me.

 

[GrizBota]

Thanks men. Glad it isn't just me.

Nope, it’s not personal. Just the system works.