Overview
Mike brings in a former dealership service manager to answer a viewer's specific question about front-end loader leak-down. The conversation covers the two root causes, internal cylinder bypass vs. control valve bypass, and walks through how a shop can isolate which is to blame. It also sets realistic expectations: some drop is normal industry-wide, valve issues often can't be fixed without full replacement, and a new valve could even perform worse. Best for owners already in a back-and-forth with their dealer over this exact problem.
Tractor Mike is a longtime tractor-industry insider with decades of hands-on experience in the equipment business. He built his channel to help first-time and rural buyers make confident decisions, and his guidance comes from that deep, long-term background rather than a sales pitch.