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Cylinder issue

I have an issue where the free lift cylinder doesn't get all the way up but the second stage starts to go up. Any suggestions?
  • Posted 8 Oct 2021 02:06
  • By ChrisCrown
  • joined 7 Oct'21 - 3 messages
  • Virginia, United States
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If it only does it at high speed then check the flow regulator valve in the bottom of the carriage cylinder. I've had many of them fail.
  • Posted 11 Oct 2021 14:38
  • By 1CrownTech
  • joined 23 Jul'21 - 117 messages
  • Washington, United States
1crowntechnician@gmail.com
make sure the retaining clamp on the first stage cylinder has not been overtightened
make sure your secondary chains are adjusted correctly
adjust mast anti rattle grub screws, including 2 hidden ones at the bottom
ensure mast channels are clean and lightly greased
  • Posted 9 Oct 2021 10:19
  • Modified 9 Oct 2021 10:20 by poster
  • By crownie
  • joined 8 Sep'08 - 151 messages
  • Victoria, Australia
Do a complete reseal on the free lift cyl
  • Posted 9 Oct 2021 07:47
  • By Triggs
  • joined 26 Sep'18 - 145 messages
  • California, United States

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