Chinese Mini-Ex Downhill Free-wheeling Solved - The Fix Is In. (New Drive Motors - With Holdback!!)
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 4 พ.ค. 2024
- Everything you wanted to know about track replacement, drive motor replacement and more for your mini-x.
The problem for me is not usually the issue. The issue is how the how the problem is solved, and in this case the dealer went above and beyond!
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Way to go Howard! 💚 Love that little machine.... Hmmmm - we might need one of those
So great to hear from you. I had a larger unit for awhile, but for me it was problematic. To financially justify a new one for what I do with it did not make sense. So I had a used one. It was solid enough, and only 3,500 hours but there was always a leaking hose, a starter issue or ?? when I went to use it.
This little gem is perfect - - - for what I need. It seems that a property is always needing a trench, some holes dug, postholes, brush raking (I love that attachment for spring clean-up) etc, and it performs amazingly. Strong dealer support out of Vancouver.
Here's hoping your spring is going well. All the very best.
PS - nice work on your quickly growing subscriber community!
Good video, I bought a 1.2 t from Tucker and am happy with the machine, for what it is. Tucker is great to deal with.
Totally agree. Glad, but not surprised hearing that you had a good experience!
Smart move on getting the correct fittings, less chance of a leak, and you'll take all that unwanted tension off those hydraulic hoses.
Thanks for the vote of confidence. Fittings will be in later this week.
I appreciate you tuning in and being part of my journey!
Hi Howard, still making modes on my Excavator. I am curious on how the steering is with the new drive motors. Tucker at bully dog is working with me to resolve an under power turning ability on my machine(I believe the next version that came out after yours) With tracks extended she does not turn unless in forward motion. So in short how is the steering with those new drives? It is very refreshing to watch your videos. I am Glad that Tucker at BullyDog works hard to make sure there is customer satisfaction.
The steering is and always has been excellent. I can turn without moving forward.
My tracks do not extend, so maybe that is part of the issue?
Tucker does work hard to put things right for sure.
Thanks as always for tuning in to the channel
Well the re enactment was a bit boring Howard, way more exciting when you were free wheeling down the slope at about 30mph. I bet you were excited when you pulled the track lever back and the sprocket started turning backwards, that really would be a buzz. It's very good that your suppliers came up with a solution and didn't charge you for it, but do you think they would have if you hadn't posted the issue on TH-cam? My place is quite rocky and I've lost a track several times but definitely getting quicker at getting them back on. The last two times I have managed to screw around and drive back into the track without leaving the seat. If if comes of with the tension still on, why shouldn't it go back on with the same tension? Another happy video with a good result. Cheers you two.
Always great to hear from you. For sure - the machine is much more boring and predictable these days now that the driver motors have the downhill holdback feature.
Love your idea about driving back into the track. Me-thinks my reflexes are slow and I somehow manage to blow the track completely off most times before stopping. haha
That rocky ground will definitely do it!
I had a neighbour that was doing some work for me before I got my first excavator and he was an expert at doing jump turns: th-cam.com/video/tU3AijTTgJ4/w-d-xo.html
Less ground disturbance and fewer 'thrown' tracks on a rocky surface . . .
It's also a great technique for spinning the machine off of a ditch . . .th-cam.com/video/Rb7Z3b6J63I/w-d-xo.html
Nice how to video Howard. It was good of your supplier to send you replacement motors at no charge. I wish all the little Chinese excavators came with the counterbalance valve motors. As I mentioned I also found out the hard way they didn't. I'm worried someone will get hurt and that could lead to a ban on importing them.
Huge thanks again for your assistance and advice along the way. A big help in creating a great outcome all around.
Love that little mini-ex! It's getting a lot more use than I would have anticipated . . .
All the very best Wayne!
The issue with the Chinese made stuff is that the same “brand” changes sources of parts often and unfortunately don’t keep records of which serial number or manufacturing date had which parts. I am sure that they will improve with time; I remember seeing Kias and Hyundais in the early 80’s in Korea. They were basically previous generation Honda tooling and some Suzuki parts.
I don't disagree. There are things about the machine that I would find super frustrating if I was working this as a production machine, but as a hobby farmer, it is a reliable practical time and back-saver at an affordable price - particularly if as it ages one is ok doing their own parts sourcing, maintenance and repair.
Thanks for tuning in!
Howard, this was a classic video!! I love how you took your time, remained positive, and had fun all along the way!!!
Thanks John. It was a ton of fun. I've always found that the time fixing equipment is as rewarding as the time spent operating it.
Great stuff, I've been waiting to see this adventure. I got one like it on order now, no cab, and can't wait to get it on my little hobby farm. I was advised, thanks to you, to order it with the break valves. Cheers
So glad that this episode was helpful as you placed your order. Looking forward to hearing your impressions.
Here's to you enjoying your purchase to the fullest!
Thanks for being part of my journey!
Awesome video. Lots of detail on how these Chinese excavators are made and how they can be worked on. Overall, the Vote Excavator seems to be well made for the price? Bummer about the fittings. Its a common complaint about the availability of metric hydraulic fittings from what I understand. Good to know Tucker at Bullydog came through for you.
Thanks for watching!
I'm glad you arrived at the same conclusion I have - that it is great value for the price.
Cannot say enough positive about Tucker and Bully Dog.
Thanks for tuning in . . .
I'm glad you got the parts at no charge to you. They should reimburse you for the fittings as well.
Huge thanks for tuning in and being part of this journey!
Howard, that's great news. Do you happen to have a number off of the motor and maybe one off of the brake valve?
Sadly, no identifiers off of the motor. No badging. The holdback valve (my term - but probably not the technical term) is built into the motor.
The only suggestion I can make is to reach out directly to Vote Machinery, or perhaps Bully Dog Equipment (Vancouver)
Go to school and pass grade 11 physics, and do it right so your not ending up with these results
haha. Good point!