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SkyTrak 6042 Hydraulic Problem

jlm131 ยท 2014-07-31 20:56

I am having a problem with a Legacy series SkyTrak 6042 Here is the problem while retracting the boom it begins to retract at normal speed for approximately 2 ft... then slows down significantly extending the boom the speed at which the boom extends is normal. Raising and lowering the boom is completely normal without a load, however with a load on the forks (Bundle of 2x4's) the boom will only raise about 2ft and stop even if you continue to pull the lever, if you let of the lever and pull again same result 2ft then stops... booming down no problem. Attachment tilt and Frame tilt functions are completely normal... I have attempted to swap the hose on the main valves to verify it was not the valve symptoms still the same, also swapped the counter balance valve on the extend cylinder symptoms still the same, swapped the main hydraulic pump, symptoms still the same..... Any advice..... Thank you

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  1. #1grandkobelco2014-08-01 15:13

    Yes, replace your load sense relief valve, mounted in the pressure reducing block. 1'' wrench to remove it. where in mi are you? If there are no locale sky trak dealers around you let me know and i'll help you get one. wes

  2. #2jlm1312014-08-06 21:33

    Thank you very much for your help .... That worked perfectly!!!! Problem resolved.....I really appreciate your prompt response .

  3. #3grandkobelco2014-08-08 04:49

    gota like the easy ones.