I have a BX2380 with 440 hours on it. I was using the tractor carrying some wood over the hill in the front bucket and barely had any brakes at all. Now I have no brakes at all. I adjusted the turnbuckle but I have zero resistance on the pedal. The linkage is pulling forward when stepping on the brake. I have a feeling I know the answer to my issue, but I’m hoping someone has better news for me and it’s something I’m just missing. Thanks!
BX2380 No Brakes
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I seldom use brakes, do you?
Had my tractor for 12 years….
Not being a smart aleck, just curious.
Had my tractor for 12 years….
Not being a smart aleck, just curious.
I tend to use a combination of the hydro and the brake if going down hill with a load, just a habit I guess
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That could be your issue.
I literally have (almost) never used the brake while driving. I traverse some steep slopes.
I occasionally use the parking brake if I stop/park the tractor on a hill.
Low range is good for the hills.
Always keep the tractor in 4WD while on hills, and/or carrying weight in the loader.
Let the HST do your braking, it’s not a car or truck.
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BX brakes have been seldom covered here on OTT to my recollection. Have come up a few times
Wish you the best for repair.
I’d probably try to stop my use of the brakes…..
Not what they were designed for, if I had to guess….