Adding a Horn to a Kubota Grand L non cab tractor

[Kubota Tee]

I'm ready to start my next tractor mod - this one I consider a safety item. I'm going to add a horn to my Grand L 3540HST. After reading through several posts here and on other tractor forums, there seems to be a possibility that my Grand L may already have the basic wiring in place. So, I'm reaching out here to all TBN'ers who have done this project on their Grand L non cab model to see if you were able to find this mystery wiring connection.

I plan on installing a Stebel compact air horn that I just ordered off the Internet. It's rated at 139db, so should be able to get everyone's attention if I need to. Here's a pic of the horn I ordered. They call it the "stealth" version because of the Matt Black finish. Should hide really nicely under the hood.

 

[Baby Grand]

Is there a slip ring on the steering column, or are you thinking of wiring to a button on the dash?
I'm interested as I have a similar tractor and would like to add a very loud horn for the benefit of my neighbors banana-head dog who always seems to be on the verge of going under my tractor when it's moving. I like my neighbors, and I like their dog, even though he may not be the sharpest knife in the drawer.

 

[2458n]

I would do the dash with a simple push botton. Super soaker water gun will train just one dog.

 

[murphy1244]

You mean the Grand L does NOT come with a Horn?

 

[aczlan]

I suspect that adding it using the stock wiring would entail replacing the headlight/turn signal switch as that's where the horn button on the RTV500 is.

Aaron Z

 

[k0ua]

I suspect that adding it using the stock wiring would entail replacing the headlight/turn signal switch as that's where the horn button on the RTV500 is.

Aaron Z

that is exactly how the Kioti works..Horn button in the middle.. I wonder if they are the same switch?. Here is what the Kioti looks like.

 

[Kubota Tee]

Is there a slip ring on the steering column, or are you thinking of wiring to a button on the dash?
I'm interested as I have a similar tractor and would like to add a very loud horn for the benefit of my neighbors banana-head dog who always seems to be on the verge of going under my tractor when it's moving. I like my neighbors, and I like their dog, even though he may not be the sharpest knife in the drawer.

Baby Grand,

Not sure about the slip ring as I haven't taken a look at that yet. If there is no wiring there, I guess I'll be adding a push button on the dash. I know what you mean about the dogs and in my case, it's my own who thinks he needs to always be right out in front of me whenever I take the tractor over to our two park areas to mow. We also have small children in the neighborhood and they don't always pay much attention to their surroundings. I should be able to get their attention with the Stebel!

 

[Kubota Tee]

I would do the dash with a simple push botton. Super soaker water gun will train just one dog.

Will probably end up going that route - with the push button that is . I don't own a super soaker.

 

[Kubota Tee]

You mean the Grand L does NOT come with a Horn?

I think the cab models do come with horns, but my Grand L 3540 did not come with one. I know that many companies try to reuse common components like wiring harnesses as its cheaper to make just one config even if you don't use all of it on a certain model.

 

[Kubota Tee]

that is exactly how the Kioti works..Horn button in the middle.. I wonder if they are the same switch?. Here is what the Kioti looks like.
<img src="http://www.tractorbynet.com/forums/attachment.php?attachmentid=335998"/>

On the Grand L models that have a horn, it's a separate push button. On my grand L, the turn signal activator is on the column like a car. It's integrated with the headlights switch (you twist the turn signal activator to turn on the headlights). The photo is a little blurry, but you can see the turn signal handle (black on the right of the steering column) with the word "Off" on it showing the headlight switch.

 

[jb62901]

I put one on my 2360 a year ago yes they will hear you.

 

[PeterK]

I have one on my BX24 for the same reasons that you mention. Plus I can Hello to my wife from the field when she comes home from work or signal for attention, sound a toot-toot-bye to the neighbors after I finish work for them. Mine is a single note horn which is plenty loud, mounted to the left side front hood bracket, just behind the headlight housing under the hood. I wired a rubber covered momentary push button starter-switch and mounted the switch next to the drink holder on the left fender. It's right next to my left hand if I need it. And stealthy.

 

[Kubota Tee]

I have one on my BX24 for the same reasons that you mention. Plus I can Hello to my wife from the field when she comes home from work or signal for attention, sound a toot-toot-bye to the neighbors after I finish work for them. Mine is a single note horn which is plenty loud, mounted to the left side front hood bracket, just behind the headlight housing under the hood. I wired a rubber covered momentary push button starter-switch and mounted the switch next to the drink holder on the left fender. It's right next to my left hand if I need it. And stealthy.

Peter,

Thanks for posting about your horn install. Right now I am looking to mount the horn button on the dash, but that's only if I can find one that looks like it belongs there. If not, then I will probably go with the left side as well - close to where I put my AUX light switches.

 

[Kubota Tee]

I put one on my 2360 a year ago View attachment 336018 yes they will hear you.

John,

Glad to hear about your experience with the Stebel horn. I'm looking forward to not only being seen, but also being heard!! :laughing:

 

[Kubota Tee]

Peter,

Thanks for posting about your horn install. Right now I am looking to mount the horn button on the dash, but that's only if I can find one that looks like it belongs there. If not, then I will probably go with the left side as well - close to where I put my AUX light switches.

 

[lostcreekranch]

Your thread convinced me to install one of these horns on each of our tractors and one on our Polaris Ranger. Best Internet price I found, without spending a lot of time, was here;

http://ridesafer.com/index.php/h0014-cah.html

Horn and wiring kit for $46. Ordered this morning.

If they work well, will order one for our F-350 truck to use when we get stuck behind two Prius' going 15 mph under speed limit side by side on Interstate 10.

 

[4shorts]

Thomas you'll like that horn. Put one on mine a few years ago. I hated the Beep Beep one it had.
Good luck my friend.

 

[Kubota Tee]

Thomas you'll like that horn. Put one on mine a few years ago. I hated the Beep Beep one it had.
Good luck my friend.

YouTube Link: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Smg9K-0EAD4

Paul,

Thanks for the link! Where do you think I got the idea from? You've been the inspiration for all my projects so far! Back up warning beeper, snow plow conversion, AUX lights. Now the horn project! Next up will be a 12v accessory power outlet and then mirrors! I can't replicate all your projects, but they sure are a source of inspiration. And for those that I can, you set the gold standard for how to get them done the right way!

Someday I'll take a trip to your shop and watch the master at work. That is unless they start doing a new show - "Canadian Restorations". I occasionally watch the American version of that show and he has nothing on you Paul! Keep inspiring us all with your great work.

Thomas

 

[4shorts]

Paul,

Thanks for the link! Where do you think I got the idea from? You've been the inspiration for all my projects so far! Back up warning beeper, snow plow conversion, AUX lights. Now the horn project! Next up will be a 12v accessory power outlet and then mirrors! I can't replicate all your projects, but they sure are a source of inspiration. And for those that I can, you set the gold standard for how to get them done the right way!

Someday I'll take a trip to your shop and watch the master at work. That is unless they start doing a new show - "Canadian Restorations". I occasionally watch the American version of that show and he has nothing on you Paul! Keep inspiring us all with your great work.

Thomas

Thanks Thomas for your kind comments. Not sure if I'm worthy of them but nice of you all the same.
I didn't know if you had seen the video. Cool that you did. I'm sure your more than capable of doing the same mods as me.
You also know your welcome here any time. As for the show. Believe it or not it almost happened. Yup it's was cool there for awhile but things just didn't pan out (yet)

Looking forward to seeing ow your horn turns out. :thumbsup:

 

[bandaidmd]

Mount up that baby and you will be the envy of all the other TBN'ers