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    1988 JCB 1400B brakes hung up

    Well, when I got home I checked the fluid, both reservoirs full, then I cracked the bleeders and just a slow steady flow from each. Fluid did not appear bad or smell burnt. So I started her up and put in gear and it was fine, no more hang up. I used it for awhile and never touched the pedals...
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    1988 JCB 1400B brakes hung up

    Thanks for the replies. I am aware of the fluid. I have not had to add any. I will check the bleeders. Are you saying it could be like a car and have some sort of air lock? What exactly do I want to see when I crack the bleeders and what steps should I take depending on what they do/show? Not...
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    1988 JCB 1400B brakes hung up

    I have a 1988 JCB 1400B, the brakes are hung up and I have no idea what to do. The machine will move, but at low speed you can hear the brakes moaning. At higher speed it does not want to turn as the front wheels are barely getting traction, then when you let off gas or throw to neutral it stops...
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    JCB 1400 ,Think I ran out of fuel, now won't start.... any tips?

    I just wanted to thank everyone for the tips. I got it started. Just had to crack all injector lines and crank with pedal to the floor until fuel was good out of all. Then tightened them back up and got er going.
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    JCB 1400 ,Think I ran out of fuel, now won't start.... any tips?

    First of all, thanks for all the help/tips. I did get it to almost start yesterday, which confirms the ran out of fuel thought. I was frustrated and cold and gave up on it yesterday. Tonight I am going to bleed it all again, if I get a helper. Assuming that when I bleed, I need to do it kind of...
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    JCB 1400 ,Think I ran out of fuel, now won't start.... any tips?

    when i bled the pipe at the injectors (only bled 2 of them) while cranking engine, there was bubbles at first then fuel. what do you mean when you say " be careful you dont use your finger to do them back up if running only spanner..."? I am a little confused here.
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    JCB 1400 ,Think I ran out of fuel, now won't start.... any tips?

    I have a 1987 JCB 1400 with turbo Perkins. I think I was an idiot and ran it out of fuel. I was pushing some dirt and she just shut off, like right now, no sputtering or anything, just stopped. I knew it was time to fuel up but just wanted to get finished.. I will start by saying , I am a...
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    1988 JCB 1400b brake fluid?

    and that goes into the 2 reservoirs right in front of the steering counsel, correct? I only ask because i have seen multiple answers and don't want to screw things up as far as what fluid i put in. I have read mobil del 11, and also saw some thing about 80 weight powertrain fluid. I am...
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    1988 JCB 1400b brake fluid?

    Could someone tell me what i can use for brake fluid in my 1988 JCB 1400b other than " JCB special fluid"? I need to get some today and no JCB dealers near. It is just a home use machine and hoping there is a substitute fluid that will work without harming anything.
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    Any way to use loader with blown backhoe hose?

    Thanks for the suggestion. They are 100 miles away. This is not an emergency and not a for profit job, so I can wait til monday for the repair, I was just wondering if there was any other way to run it like it is, without throwing money away in the form of fluid.
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    Any way to use loader with blown backhoe hose?

    Sorry for posting dumb questions, but I am a newbie with a backhoe. I have a 1986 JCB 1400. I am working on digging for an addition to the house. Was hoping to get most of it complete this weekend but just got a significant leak. One of the hoses to the left/right swing for the backhoe is peeing...
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    JCB 1400B starter relay, what does it do and any ideas on how to get a new one localy

    Thanks for the replies. From looking and trying to follow the electrical diagram for my machine, it appears that hookedondiesel is correct, i think the other wires on the relay are from the forward/reverse selector to act as a neutral safety. So with that being the case, I would think a relay of...
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    JCB 1400B starter relay, what does it do and any ideas on how to get a new one localy

    I have a 1989 JCB1400B. It would not crank. After much searching/testing, I finally figured out it is the starter relay. Figured this out by disconnecting the wires from the switch and holding them together, then turned the key and it cranked right over and started. I am a newbie at the whole...
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    1986 JCB 1400B specs...

    Can't really say. I know very little about backhoes. I guess I would check around your area for dealers to get parts for both from, and maybe also see who repairs them nearby and maybe get their opinions. Before I bought mine, the opinions and research seemed to lead me to believe the JCB's are...
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    1986 JCB 1400B specs...

    I really can't help you out. I bought this for use around the house (mainly for an addition and septic), things did not go as planned last year so my project is getting ready to start in a month or so. I have had little time in the 1400, just played around and practiced a little. The whole...
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    Changing hydraulic fluid in new to me backhoe....

    I have a new to me 1986 JCB 1400b, I am looking to change hydraulic fluid. Maybe I am nuts, but I am changing all fluids and filters before I put her to work. This way, I will feel I did all I could to prevent problems in the future. I got this from a dealer and have no idea what the previous...
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    New to me JCB missing safety strut.

    Do you know what thickness is of the JCB strut? I have some 2"x2"x1/4" angle iron, thinking of using one on each side. I understand the safety issue, but don't have time to wait for one to come from JCB and am sure it is pricey. As long as I overbuild, I would feel safe. Tinkerer, I like your...
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    New to me JCB missing safety strut.

    My JCB 1400b does not have a safety strut for the loader arm. I need to change fluids and filters. Does anyone have suggestions for a homemade strut or another way to safely prop the loader arm so I can work in the engine compartment?
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    JCB Instrument cluster does not work.

    On my new to me 1987 JCB 1400B the cluster does not seem to work. The only thing that seems to happen is that the power gauge jumps about a 1/4" when the key is turned forward. I have gone thru all the fuses and popped the cluster out to look at connections on the back. It appears to look ok...
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    JCB 1400B, replacing leaking hydraulic gaskets questions...

    Jock, Thanks for that info. I kind of thought that but was not sure.
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