Gtx 2100 lift trouble

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dag1450
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Gtx 2100 lift trouble

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So father in law (lives in Andover NY) bought a 2012 cub cadet gtx 2100 last year. He called today and said the electric lift will move down but not up. Dealer said a new lift motor is $750. Ouch! I called Ray but he has nothing. I told dad to take it apart to see what's actually causing the problem. He's 80 and probably more inclined to just follow dealer recommend replacement that he can't afford. Anyone have experience with the electric lift on this model? I'm wondering if it's a bad contact. If it's a stripped gear.. maybe the gear can be replaced for $15. ;)
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Re: Gtx 2100 lift trouble

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That unit is a short range electric actuator. It uses polarity reversal to move so if it will turn one way but not the other an easy test is to reverse the wires to see if it now extends. If it does the switch is bad. If iy turns but has no power to lift then it's likely internal.
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Re: Gtx 2100 lift trouble

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Thanks Steve. It's hard not being up there to help. I kinda think he is not understanding or not wanting to understand things I'm saying. For now he cut a block of wood and jammed it in somewhere that is holding it up so he can cut the couple yards he does for pay. That sounds easier than dealing with electric circuits. Lol. Maybe when we go up over July 4 I can dig into this.
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