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Howdy! Sorry to hear of your bearing troubles, but happy to hear from you again. Always enjoyed your photos and descriptions of whatever projects you were embarked upon. Back to bearings - did any of these failures give you some indication of impending doom? I plan on changing my...

Same thing on my friend's tractor. Look at the same location on the other side of the tractor. You'll see a white plug there. Remove the white plug (27mm wrench) and you'll discover your dipstick! We went through the same puzzle too. Regarding GL4 versus GL5, you have probably already...

Howdy all, I've enjoyed reading the responses here. Funny how the topic lubricants can stir up some interesting conversation! In the end, I'll just square my neighbor away with some of the specified GL4 and advise him of the information gleaned here. When it is time to change the gear...

That was my thought as well. I stuck a clean screwdriver into the check port and determined there is oil in the axle, but not reaching the dipstick. Fortunately, there was oil there and it was both clean and not burned smelling. I'll top off his axle with this I have on hand for my cars which...

Howdy folks, I'm a Kioti guy, but I'm currently helping my neighbor service his LS MT235E tractor. We discovered his front axle is low on oil and I'm trying to source the correct product for this application. The owner's manual states a requirement for API GL4 SAE 80W and a recommended...

I look forward to hear how your repair goes. I've got a bit less than 700 hours on my DK40se hst and intend to replace bearings at 1000 hours a preventative maintenance. Oh, I just saw your Aug 16 post GRS. Like you, I didn't find much info on how the seals are installed in my service manual...

Best price I see on Tractorhouse is about $22,000 for a new one. Didn't see any used ones for sale there, but my internet has been spotty and I need to spend more time searching. Oh, his tractor is a HST and also has rear tires filled with beat juice.

Howdy folks, What is a fair price for a 2016 CK2610 with FEL and pallet forks? Tractor has about 160 hours. Helping a friend establish a price for his Kioti. Thanks, Mike

An EV wouldn't work given the distances we drive in the midwest. In addition, the entire "green" narrative is a complete falsehood when you do just a bit of research on the mining/mineral extraction requirements, pollution in mining and disposing of these machines, and then, where does all the...

Funny how I run headlong into a "small" project and discover so much once I start doing research and get advice from this forum in particular. We intend to run the powered water as I described in my first post and we also require a hand pump on the well. I thought a few hundred bucks for a...

And yes, I'll pump out that well several more times before we test the water. My neighbor has a perfect pump setup to do that job.

I intend to use 240V pump and take Valveman's advice on a submersible pump configuration. Thoughts on putting the pressure tank in the well itself? I don't have a heated building handy for placement of that component.

Wait, I remeasured my diameter of the well. it is only 31 inches in diameter, not 48! Imagine the fish I've told stories about? Okay, that means a recovery rate of 274 gallons in about 2 hours. Is that a good number?

My trusty sump pump pooped out before we hit the bottom of the well, but we did get the water down to 15 feet, 4 inches. We started with the surface of the water at 8 feet, three inches. Now let me see, 4 foot in diameter with a change of 7 feet, one inch gives me 658 gallons in about 2 hours...

Howdy again, I found my 25 year old sump pump (saved from home renovation) in the shed and gave it a test in a bucket of water. It worked well in that bucket, so I devised a plan to lower the pump into the well while attaching successive lengths of PVC pipe. With the help of my family and...

Great responses folks! I really appreciate all of the input. I do have city water to the house, but this well will not be connected into my home plumbing. I'll run water to the chicken coup and where we may end up raising beef. Also, will put a hydrant next to the machine shed for cleaning...

Howdy folks, We've got a 25 foot (to the bottom) well we need to get functional on our rural property. The hole is about 4 feet in diameter and it is lined with brick. There is about 4 feet of water in the well. The plan is to install a pump and use this water for whatever is appropriate...

Going a bit off track, but I'm interested in the Wix issues brought up here. I use Napa Gold filters for my DK40se hst and I believe they are manufactured by Wix. Did a quick search of "Napa Gold anti drain back valve issues" and didn't find much. Can anyone fill me in?

Howdy folks, I'm helping my neighbor with the initial 50 hour service on his new LS MT235he. Everything went well outside the Hydro and HST filter change. This tractor has 50 hours and like other new machines, these filters were installed by a gorilla with a huge wrench! I broke my...

Holy crap, I have the answers right here! Just need to open a few books and quit being lazy. Service manual has a great torque chart for the bolts in question. My loader owner's manual has the exact sizes of bolt used in each position.

Howdy folks, Attached you will find an image of the loader bolts in question. They look unlike any other metric bolt I've seen in the past and as described in metric bolt tables I've found on line. My neighbor has an LS tractor with clearly marked loader bolts being 10.9 class metric...

Howdy folks, Does anyone know the torque value for the loader bolts on my 2011 DK40se hst? I'm being lazy and hope someone here has this handy! Thanks, Mike

Howdy folks, Recently helped my neighbor on his tractor search. He chose to purchase a new LS MT235 hydro with front end loader and backhoe. Very nice little tractor. Anyway, I'm a bit "particular" as my wife likes to say. As I did with my new Kioti, I went over the machine shortly...

Howdy folks, My older than me neighbor recently purchased a LS MT235he tractor. It is a very nice machine, but whenever he is trying to utilize his pallet forks he has to stand to see them. The machine starts beeping at him when he's off the seat and will shut down if he does not put...

Howdy folks, I have two valves (4 ports) on the back of my 2011 Dk40se HST and want to add hydraulic top and tilt cylinders to my three point hitch. Need some advice on how to determine overall working length for both the top and tilt cylinders. A local tractor dealership (not Kioti)...

Having trouble attaching photos to this site. My internet is pretty poor, so that may be part of the problem.

Hello again, I've posted some photos here of Mike's landscaping project. Please note Mike is just past 70 and he does everything himself (outside of major excavation), so this project will last a while. He is looking for a machine to move landscape rocks, maybe use to dig and transplant...

Howdy folks, I'm helping my neighbor shop for a small tractor. I did my tractor shopping back in 2010 and ended up with a Kioti DK40se hst, so I'm a bit rusty. Based on his stated needs, we are looking for 25-35 hp diesel, 4wd, and front end loader capable of lifting 1000 pounds. We've...

Howdy folks, I'm a Kioti guy, and I'm helping my neighbor on his small tractor search. We have MF dealer close by and we plan on eyeballing their smaller utility tractors (30 hp or so). In Kioti, he likes the CK2610 HST, but the Kioti dealer is too far away for his comfort level. Anyway...

Howdy, Does the CK2610 have a rear mount component on the FEL from bottom of mount to rear axle of tractor? I advised a friend to purchase the 2610 based on his tractor needs. So far, he happy with the machine, but realize this his first tractor and I don't live close enough to help...

Howdy folks, I'm changing the oil on my Tuff Torq K71E lawnmower transmission and noticed Tuff Torq is now calling for "Tuff Tech 5W50 Hydro Fluid" in place of the 10W30 dino oil the owners manual specified. When changing fluid on other hydro systems, they called for Mobile 1, so going to...

Howdy folks, Received this part from Kioti dealer for my DK40se hst. Do you see where this part is manufactured? China? Holy cow, I purchased Kioti because it was made in Korea (and some assembly done here). We have owned 5 Hyundai cars over the years, the DK40 and, for the most...

Howdy folks, I've been struggling to design my "super-garage" which will support a wide variety of activities. While I can use a ruler and graph paper, I'm at a point where I 'd like to use some software to provide a 3d visualization of what I am creating. Can anyone recommend software...

Good morning folks, I've been putting it off due to extremely cold weather, but today I HAD to move firewood with the Kioti to heat the house. It was about 5 degrees in the shed when I cranked her up and like always, I sat on the tractor watching and listening until it warmed up. Today...

Howdy folks in Maine and New Hampshire, Who is your favorite Kioti dealer in and around Raymond, Maine? An old military buddy of mine lives there and is considering the CK 2610 hst. He is new to the tractor world and I'm trying to advise him via phone and e-mail. Helping him select the...

Greetings, I'm a Kioti guy with a good buddy who is considering the purchase of a MF 1700 series tractor. I poked around a bit on the MF site and found some information, but I have some additional questions so I can help guide him toward a potential purchase... Where are the MF 1700...

Howdy folks, I spent 3 years researching my purchase of a DK40se hst in 2012 and I was very well informed of Kioti products back then. I am very happy with the balance of features, power, and weight of this tractor. Since my purchase, I've not kept up with new Kioti products since my...

Greetings, I've got a 2011 DK40se hst and I'm shopping for a 3 point log splitter. Based on my past wood splitting, I need a 27 ton or better splitter for the large oak and elm that often populates my woodpile. I went looking for a 3-point splitter and I'm not finding anything that can...

Howdy folks, I was reading another thread where greasing our tractors was discussed. What type of grease do you use? My tractor was delivered with what I'd call "normal" colored grease - kind of yellowish.....not Red, Black or Blue. When buying grease, I see many types for different...

I use Kioti paint from my dealer. It runs about 13 bucks for a 12 ounce rattle can. I dislike the price, but want a matching paint. Note the color of the cap does not match the paint.

Greetings fellow Kioti tractor owners! I used this site as my primary resource for purchasing my 2011 DK40se hst. As the weather grew colder, I began having problems getting the starter to engage. After verifying a strong battery,, I disassembled and checked all my connections (battery/ground...

Greetings folks, I'm doing my front axle service and pulled the three drain plugs. The left and center drains flow freely. The right drain is just dripping. When I probe the holes with a small wire, can easily get into the left and center drain, but not so with the right drain. Called...

Hello folks, Since buying my tractor and Ram 2500 truck (which always needs wrenching on), I discovered my vast tool collection does not go large enough to cover many repairs, and I need impact tools. I've been looking for some quality tools of the larger persuasion and struggle to find...

The modulator valve assembly on my DK-40se HST was replaced under warranty. I just noticed it is "in the white" - no paint on the new part. Does anyone know of an on-line source to get matching paint for the underside of my tractor? I want to paint this part before it has a chance to get all...

Hi folks, I took my DK40se hst in for warranty work this past week. It is a bit over a year old and has 92 hours on it. It has been stuck in 4wd for since last winter and I just now had an opportunity to bring it to my dealer 130 miles from my home. In addition to the tractor issue, my...

Hi folks, I usually perform all service work on my vehicles and equipment. That said, I need to take my tractor in for the 4wd solenoid to be replaced. While they have all the hydro oil out, I plan on having the dealer change that hydro fluid and filter as it is due for the 50 hour...

Good morning folks, I'm looking at grapples from Everything Attachments and other sources for my Kioti DK40se. I'd like to hear your thoughts on various grapples for my tractor. In addition, I'm trying to determine if I should pay the additional $775.00 to get the third function added...

Hello folks, First, I'm sorry if this is an often repeated question here. I did look a bit, but didn't find it addressed directly. My 2011 DK40se HST is approaching time for it's first service, so I eyeballed the owners manual for fluid specification. Listed was: 1. Daedong...

Howdy folks, After just 21 hours, my tractor is stuck in 4wd. It has started "clicking" in the front end when making a very sharp turn when it never did that before. Turns out while my 4wd button is in 2wd, the solonoid is not working, so I'm stuck in 4wd. Spoke with a very helpful...

Pictures of the damage for your consideration.

Fellow Kioti owners, I looked for a place to post this, and nothing seemed to fit, so I'm starting here. I've got a wetland with an earthen dam that has been damaged by muskrats during my 3-year absence. Got home this summer and noticed the damage, but didn't have time to do much...

Today was a day we've been looking forward to for quite a while. The tractor, Rhino 172 cutter, Rhino BX72 box blade, Kioti 73 inch tiller, Lienbach 6-foot land-leveler, and QA Pallet Forks all arrived from my dealer, Little Tractor, in Metropolis IL. Both my wife and I were schooled by Billy...

Hello all, I was set on buying a commercial zero turn mower, but after talking to some folks, have decided against it due to hills on my property and the fact my 15-year old son will be the primary operator of whatever I buy. I don't want him getting killed on a slope or have the...

Greetings fellow Kioti owners, I'm trying to figure out what impliments/brands/sizes to get for my Kioti. I need to move snow (not too much in southern IL), maintain a 900 foot gravel drive, move dirt around the property, move stuff with pallet forks, keep the weeds knocked down, maintain...

Hi Folks, My dealer stocks Rhino attachments. Can anyoen offer any insight on the quality of these attachments? Are they made in America? Thanks, Mike

Happy New Year! What kind of hours do you have on your Kioti tractor and how do you characterize those hours? Was the tractor reliable, or did it have problems. I was eyeballing the "Why never buy Kioti" thread and would like to hear, good and bad, how your experience with a Kioti has...

Merry Christmas to my Kioti brothers and sisters! May you all have a wonderful Christmas and a happy New Year. Thank you all for the helpful and informed advice over the past year as I finally purchased my DK40se. Be well, Mike

Hello folks, I'm getting really close to pulling the trigger on a DK40se HST. I see paint problems on the Bobcat forums, especially on the FELs. How is the paint quality on the Kioti line holding up? I'm buying this thing long distance, so I can't put eyes on the tractor. Thanks, Mike

I'm in the process of getting prices on a DK40se HST with FEL. I see Kioti has some special programs including up to $4500.00 rebate, free loader, or cheap financing. I'll be paying cash and potentially purchasing additional attachments, trailer, and perhaps a mower from this same dealer...

Hello, I'm considering the Bobcat CT445 and Kioti clone (DS45HST) with FEL to meet my tractor needs. However, my Kioti dealer is not longer carrying Kioti products and the closest Bobcat dealer is about 60 miles away and doesn't carry many tractors - mainly construction equipment. I...

I've been eyeballing this site for quite a while as I try to determine what tractor and impliments will best fit my needs - so I finally signed up! I've found some very good advice on these pages in the past months. I've also noted people are very proud of whatever brand tractor they happen to...