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Way cool! Doesn't that model only come with the standard transmission? Good Luck!

Wow! Another one of those threads that bring seldom posters to the surface. Good Luck!

Nice work and write-up! You are the new WaxMan! Good Luck!

It's my understanding that most Kubota engines are parent bore-i.e. no sleeves. Just the cylinder bore in the block.

Would you add a front or rear snowblower? The yellow JD front blowers don't seem to be as good as the RAD units that Kubota uses. Good Luck!

Good job!

Auto parts stores have dye available. Dye-Lite comes to mind. Good Luck!

You are correct. OEM fill is plain old green. Others will suggest newer long life coolants,but green will be fine. Good Luck!

Yikes! That will do it. Good luck on your choice!

Hey,turf tires are pretty good for snow if you don't use/want chains. ArlyA-Good Luck!

Looks like Northern Michigan. I feel your pain! Good Luck!

Same here-temporary fix. Happy for it! Good Luck!

Just got our internet and landline back after 40 days without. Feel your pain!

Rapid-Fix. Google it. Good Luck!

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It sure sucks when a new part is not a "known good part". Thanks for posting back!

Look up "force" mode in the instructions. For the NOCO Genius 1,the complete manual is online. Too bad not in the box!

Cool observation! Anxious to hear more. Good Luck!

Get a better price on SUDT2,like about $150/pail.and change per the guidelines! Good Luck!

It could be for sure. Question is do you care about small amounts in your fuel system? Good Luck!

I was the donor driver once myself! Just filled up,refer running went to sleep,waiting on the shop to open Sat AM change a blown spring brake chamber on the company trailer. Woke up and pulled into the shop and-what,only 1/2 tank? Found one fuel cap a little loose and evidence of fuel spillage...

Nice! And for some,the snow is beginning to melt! Good Luck!

Smart move! Thanks for posting the results.

Could the 4 6 be the railroad gauge?

Seat/Safety switch seems more likely to me. Good Luck!

Can you bring it inside? Others will be along shortly. Good Luck!

Apparently,many of us read and write about tractors more than we actually use them! That's cool!

On diesel pickup trucks with 2 batteries,I've had pretty good luck with rotating the batteries every year. Swap them side to side. Different cable lengths. Worked well for me. Good Luck!

Any chance the dealer would take care of it? It was under warranty when they failed to fix it after all. Good Luck!

Long going thread in Oil.Fuel,& Lubricants. Your last gen main run.

Wow,how cold is it? Are the fuel distributors hoping for a less cold winter? It happens-save some money not blending! Or a bunch of operators caught off guard? Just curious-glad you're running!

Doug Vee has it correct. Good Luck!

Remember the Raider-the sled you sat inside of? Most unusual!

A friend works at the local Chevy dealer. The porter gets a list of vehicles that needs the battery charged for 1 1/2 hours maybe weekly. Not sure if On-Star or what prompts the request. Parasitic draw appears to be here for the duration!

Guys,I really like my new-fangled battery tester. Solar BA9 About $60-65 Works pretty good. I have a toaster,but like this one better! Good Luck!

You may very well have a cable-driven tach/hourmeter. Disconnect the cable from the back of the gauge and lube,or replace the cable as needed. Good Luck!

When I used to haul fuel,the terminals listed the cloud point of kerosene at -40 F. Something doesn't sound right.

When I still drove the transports,the dye was added at the rack-injected just like the gasoline brand-specific additive. Doesn't take much! Wholesale Marathon gas got like 435ml/1000 gallons-less than 1/2 quart.

$3.69-3.79 here. Saw $3.39 on Xmas travel yesterday! Wondering what the price will be in June for my annual farm diesel fill? Seasons Greetings!

the I believe the B2620 has the quarter-inching valve vs. position control for the B2601. Good Luck!

Like the remote control for the chute deflector!! Good Luck & Seasons Greetings!

Way cool! Now we're all jealous! Merry Xmas to you!!!

Never a dull moment! Do you get any time off for Christmas? Good Luck!

Thank You! Guess I'm guilty of not reading the directions well enough!

Have four of them. Work fine. Would not charge a totally discharged deep cycle battery until some juice was in it. Good Luck!

I always remember the old saying- There's no replacement for displacement! Good Day!

I avoid all social media like the plague!

Not that I need one,but which model blower is it? B2781,B2782,etc? Might help you.

My 1993 Chevy K2500 6.5 with the Nv4500 5 speed recommended 75W90 synthetic to protect the syncros.

Nice set-up! And a great price on taxed diesel. On road here is still 3.69! Good Luck!

How many coaches,players,and fans have any idea what you do for them? Unsung hero I say!

I would imagine some fuel system changes would need to be made? Different pistons? Good Luck!

The clutch pedal has been eliminated on hydro models. Only needed for PTO operation. Independent PTO solves that problem.

Cool stuff! Snow Removal Forum has been quiet for awhile! Guess it's time for it again? Sigh!

30 minutes may be a little brief,but an hour or a little more makes a big difference in starting. Don't forget block heaters have a design life. Also,don't forget to unplug the block heater before starting-the heating element is fragile when in use. Good Luck!

For a 50 gallon tank kept mostly full,and infrequent use,your reasoning seems spot on! Good Luck!

Have seen larger Toro mowers at golf courses that have that reversing fan. Guess the operators use them frequently.

Wasn't that split brake turning called the "Kubota shuffle"?

Nice idea! Wonder how long it lasts?

I use copper anti-seize on spark plugs in aluminum heads. Although not as stellar as nickel,it would also work well in this application. Good Luck!

B2781A is a much beefier unit. However it does have a #50 chain that doesn't require much adjustment. The subframe is not exactly the same,but imagine it could be made to work. The OE parts most likely exist to mount that blower to a BX. Chute rotation-some operators mount power window motors...

Bummer! Is he operating with heavy loads in that 724 loader? And perhaps with no or insufficient counter weight on the 3 point hitch to remove weight from the front axle? The LA724 is the bigger loader for that tractor,and overloading the front axle sounds real possible. Good Luck!

I'm amazed at how quickly stuff arrives these days! I think ahead for my needs,and delivery times astonish me. Several decades ago-no comparison!

While a NAPA store salesman,I was working with the battery rep. A customer had 2 AGM's in a boat with twin 502's,replacing his flooded lead acid batteries. His AGM's were junk after one year. Rep stated the batteries weren't charged enough with the stock charging voltage,and were a...

Don't AGM batteries need to be at 12.8 volts to be fully charged? As opposed to 12.6 volts for a flooded lead acid battery? Not sure if the regular charging voltage will be sufficient? Curious!

90cummins perhaps?

Very interesting business you're in. Lot's of equipment at risk. And you do OK at it. Another hard-working American. Thanks for your posts. Good Luck!

Another Great thread where many seldom posters comment. Nice to see how many people visit here!

Any dealer can do warranty repairs,but you are responsible for transportation to the dealer.

Long day for sure! Wonder how many socialists would work that hard?

The best reason to do your own oil changes is that nobody cares about how your vehicle is serviced more than you! Applies to other work as well. Do all you can! Good Luck!

Nice to hear some PTO generator stuff. Just received a Baumalight TX12 PTO unit on tires. Candidly thinking SHTF insurance! Thanks!

Thanks! I think we enjoy your day's work almost as much as you do!

My "toaster" finally died.after 34 years. I now have a Solar BA9 battery tester-about $65-70. Check it out!

I thought illegal was a sick bird?

The dynamo has two leads of the same color. Voltmeter on AC current,test leads on each wire. Doesn't matter which as you are measuring AC current. Voltage increases with RPM. To 30-40 volts??? Dynamo very reliable-only really hear of bearing failure on rather older models. Good Luck!

dodge man-weren't you also getting a bio-diesel blend when those gel-ups occurred? Thought I remembered it that way. Thanks!

Lots of excellent greases out there. Lucas is fine stuff. Use of a quality product at reasonable intervals with provide you with more than acceptable results. Good Luck!

I've got two bottles left from a case I bought in 2010. Still works fine! Go for it. I've noticed "shrinkflation" has hit Power Service-The bottles are somewhat smaller now!

Almost all of us has some piece of equipment that gets overlooked! Who's perfect? Good Luck!

As above by JWR,radiator should be full when cold and cap is removed. If it is full and tank is a little low,most likely some evaporation loss has occurred. Just add distilled water to the tank,to the full mark,and your concentration should be just right! Good Luck!

And the OP is still missing in action!

That PTO wrench looks pretty cool. The tool junkies will want one! Don't ask me how I know!

Hey,there's always a reason to have more than one tractor!

Could that be B2150? Don't think the B2650 has a clutch pedal? Good Luck!

Wonder how the dog does with the chainsaw!

12 in two weeks-Yikes! Move or maybe land mines? Good Luck!

Some people have trouble with anything. Other people never have trouble with much at all. You pays your money,and you take your chances!

Wife calls then stink bugs! 50 acres of red pines here,and they've killed more than a few!

Is that Socialism in action? And we vote for it here? Amazing!

HST model? Seems like you have one. Assume you mean engine will not crank when turning the switch? Clutch pedal must be depressed to crank the engine. Glow plug lamp will light up when switch is turned to run,then go out a few seconds later when ready to start. Remember servicing a deceased...

Have always "Run what you Brung". Everything operates differently. It's their personality! Just get used to it. Good Luck!

More likely to be 2003 vintage. Good Luck!

OPC isn't that much to replace,like under $200,I think?

Will make it easier to grab high range when fleeing and eluding! Good Luck!

CRC 03196 Good Example. Stay Cool!

If it's running it's burning fuel,and I hate to just do nothing! Moderate/careful use until you get a little heat in her. Good Luck!

Nothing like seeing hard-working American independent business men doing their thing! Afraid this business model is in danger! Good going Hay Dude! (Hay Jude)remember that post?

Isn't there a grease fitting under the floor mat for the travel pedal? Good Luck!

At 4200 hours on your very nice tractor,have you considered a new compressor/clutch combo? Most likely available online for about $300,not the unreal OEM price. Stop wasting your time with clutch replacement tools and just get the compressor you'll need sooner than later. I've accumulated the...

Good stuff! Thanks for posting,and Good Luck!

How does the clutch gap get out-of-spec? Bad comp clutch bearing,bad comp shaft bearing,no bolt holding clutch assy to comp shaft? Just wondering? Thanks for reading!

Where would I find somebody with your services in my area? Great stuff!

Always wondered what those screws were for! Good Luck!

I have to believe a guy with a username of R134a is really into A/C work,and we should value his insight! Good Luck!

TractorData.com lists 2014 as the last year for the L4600. Interim Tier 4,and indirect injection makes me guess it has the traditional mechanical injection system. Most likely would have some sort of EGR. Just my guess. Good Luck!

Great video! But it's in the 90's this week! And we're talking snow?

Don't throw out moly grease for bearings. 20 years ago moly was specified for Ford/Lincoln/Mercury wheel bearings. The Valvoline tube even called out for use on Ford products. The technicians said they liked how much easier the bearings turned by hand. Been using moly since the late '70's in...

Wow-another of those the threads that bring so many of those seldom posters to the mix! About the electrical issue-anybody remember the Plymouth/Dodge Omni/Horizon wheel bearing failures stemming from poor grounds? Good Luck All!

Someone here will know. Info would be in the WSM of any model with the dynamo. 20V AC sounds low,and you should certainly see something like 13.5VDC or higher. Good Luck!

What about using one of those plastic headlamp cleaning products?

Or sell your current set-up,and purchase just what you want? Good Luck!

And what happens when all this hi-tech stuff breaks down?

Perhaps tractordata.com can answer some of your questions? Good Luck!

The temperature sending unit could be checked with an ohmmeter. See the WSM for details. Perhaps it's giving incorrect readings to the gauge? Good Luck!

Now that you mention it,I seem to recall something like that in Machinery Lubrication magazine!

Wire has come unplugged from the sending unit on the engine? Bad sending unit? No power to the gauge circuit?-fuse? Good Luck!

That 3/4 x 16 thread is one of the very most common filters out there. Many different lengths and a smaller diameter as well. Guessing the 1058 is the NAPA number-for the smaller diameter,try 1348 for shorter length and 1516 for longer. Good Luck!

East Penn/Deka batteries-NAPA or maybe Parts Plus?

Stepped Go/No-Go feeler blades make adjustments easier. Good Luck!

Doesn't sound like you don't use lots of fuel. Why not keep it simple and bring home the #1/kerosene home in 5 gallon cans. Add it to the fuel from your barrel when you refuel. Blend 30-40% #1 and add your favorite anti-gel additive. This will keep your barrel use quicker,if you're worried about...

Legend batteries usually test above CCA when new. Decent East Penn/Deka product. I would also like to see about 14 volts fairly soon after starting. A fully charged 12 volt battery will show 12.6 volts at rest-2.1 volts per cell/6 cells. Perhaps a winters worth of use undercharging by a bit has...

Outstanding Post! Thank You!

If the seat switch isn't telling the tractor you're in the seat-when you move the HST pedal to move the tractor will shut-off like you turned off the key. Good Luck and post back!

The seat doesn't come into play until the HST pedal is moved from the center position. Good Luck!

Remove the cover 4 bolts -between your feet. Good Luck

Body shop guys do amazing things with Rapid-Fix! Check it out! Good Luck!

Gotta love those Upper Peninsula snowmobile trips!

On the national news about 12 years ago-a guy in New Jersey mow/blowing his sidewalk! Seemed to work!

Blaster ATC(air tool conditioner)can really bring an older air tool up to snuf! Good stuff-spray can-check it out!

Your choice on lube type. Die-hards prefer gear lube,but both are fine. Last 5 gallon pail of gear lube I bought wasn't that much cheaper than SUDT2. Good Luck!

I carry a cheap OBD2 code reader in all my vehicles. Read the code,clear if you desire Report back to your technician. Or Google the code. 25-30 bucks Priceless!

Looks like detergent straight weight for 2-stroke Detroit Diesels. CF-2.

That seems like very reasonable fuel consumption. Less than I would have expected!

Frost laws/weight restrictions came on Feb 1st! Earliest I can recall. Amazing?

FWIW,the F in 24F stands for Ford,as they used reversed terminals to the norm. 24F and 27F are/were common. Now,reverse terminal batteries end in R. Looking forward to the OE Group number as well. Good Luck!

Have you been greasing the auger shaft grease fittings? I assume it has grease fittings? Since it was free after thawing,perhaps water/ice made its way into the shaft? Good Luck!

The OP must be confusing Grade 5 bolts by calling them Grade 3?-for 3 hash marks on the head. Grade 2 usually make lousy shear bolts because they seldom break cleanly and tend to help elongate the hole. Wonder what Erskine recommends?

The exhaust side of my front blower is pretty dirty come spring. Normal-gets a good scrubbing!

I've always been told maximum freeze protection is 2/3rds coolant-1/3rd water. However,the heat transfer ability of the coolant decreases as the percentage of AF/water increases. Lots of lake-effect here in the Tip of the Mitt!

Outstanding write-up and workmanship! You can repair my tractor anytime! Thanks for your effort in posting this video.

To the OP I sold Service Pro products for 13 years at the parts store I retired from in 2019. Almost always a cost-effective solution and the products usually exceeded the posted specs. The recent price inflation of the last few years has made them less competitive around here. Good Luck!

The mere fact that you are asking the question puts you way ahead of many operators! You are careful about fuel handling and freshness. I would think the 400 hour interval will be fine! Good Luck!

Damn,those 71 Series Detroits with straight pipes like in the video were simply Too Loud! Only ever owned 92 Series Detroits in my trucks. 2 6v92TT,and 4 8v92TT. Treated me pretty good,and you could start them in the winter! Fun read indeed!

Someone somewhere will need/want it. Good Luck!

I think we are all suffering from big government socialism! Good Luck!

Time to replace the OPC controller? They become problematic. Difficult to bypass,but possible. Try posting at Kubota Owning/Operating Forum for better results. Good Luck!

I was invited to join a few years ago. Fine forum. I'm amazed at the constant flow of new members,and they are usually aided well by the regulars!

Yes,continue to change at 300 hour intervals! Actually,I found some info at kubotausa.com where the oil change interval on my B3030 has changed from 100 hours to 200 hours. Did not notice the hydro change interval however. Check it out and Good Luck!

Hard to wrong following the factory recommended service intervals!

I've been using Brave for some time and it stops a lot!

The premium NAPA floor-dri 8822,the white-ish stuff cleans very well. Apply,crush in if possible,let it sit and not get wet. Sweep up. Have insurance or afraid to use it? Best of luck to you!

Auto parts store

There is a Montana forum here on TBN. Scroll way down on the forum page. Try posting there. Good Luck!

Just have to throw it out-is the HST travel pedal pivot well greased? Don't forget the OPC-Operator Presence Control system. Good Luck!

If you had a lot, you could load some tractor tires. Our local transfer station takes it. Used to be free,but now used oil and coolant is a buck a gallon. Hit Autozone late Saturday-40 minute drive-frozen caliper emergency. Saw they were offering free recycling of motor oil,antifreeze,and...

This thread keeps getting better and better!

At least the OP logged 400+ hours on the B3350 and isn't complaining about it! Perhaps he's not hard to satisfy? Happy Thanksgiving!

May not apply to OP,but for cooling system maintenance with no other issues requiring flushing- Drain all you can and refill with 50/50 mix. Freeze point will be maintained with minimal fuss. Good Luck!

I've got my distributor cam lube next to the dwell meter. Timing light and screw starters are in the tool chest. Try connecting the pickup to the coil wire for more flashes on the timing marks. Fun thread!

Wow,that new tractor smell! Enjoy.

Inside insulated and a dry climate,I don't think it's bad. Engine starts and runs well. Why not take a trip and add a little fresh fuel? Good Luck!

My similar B3030 has to be in front only to turn the rear PTO, Good Luck!

Surely someone must have some more commentary on those 3rd function kits?

Dealer installed the Landpride on the L2501,and it seems to fit and look OK. Maybe you could check out one of those? There is W.R.Long and others as well. Hoping to get a quieter cab? I would not want to sell our B3030 cab-just too good a unit! Good Luck!

Just go to any decent auto parts store. They will have the old standard green ethylene glycol coolant. No need for newer fancy types. They are an option,though. Good Luck!

More information,please!

Check out Rapid-Fix! Really! Good Luck!

So many people have moved "up north" since the pandemic and the associated growing pains have me wishing for the nastiest winter ever. Bad enough to make even me leave! Hopefully,that would drive them back!

Nice find! The information you need is in the loader manual,I think. I can look for mine if you don't have it. I recall seeing the cable operated valve in there. Also,the loader serial number is needed to order replacement cables. Good Luck!

Another Glenn Beck listener! I'm sure it helps with all that seat time. Good Luck!

Top of the fuel tank.

Brass is soft enough that I've never used any lube for taping. Maybe tell us more about you're doing? Good Luck!

Wiring diagram would be nice. Volt Ohmmeter to check the resistance at the sending unit. Good Luck!

I'm quite sure any fluid that meets Hy-Gard specs would be more than perfectly acceptable for your 254. Use what you have for the 870. Good Luck!

Have you tried pricing a new wheel and tire combo from WholeGoods(your dealers salesman)? Often times the mounted tire can be cheaper than the tire by itself, Good Luck!

Awesome write-up and nice workmanship! Have heard others over the years mention bending the dipstick tube. Always wondering why Kubota continues the dynamo on the open station B series? Bulletproof? Price? Haven't checked-is the dynamo still used on any new models? Gosh,alternators are so much...

Imagine what electricity will cost when they take away gasoline!

As much as like a radio,I passed on installing one in the tractor cab. Figured I'd better be listening for stuff that I might not hear with the radio on. Enjoy your tunes!

Fuel consumed is directly proportional to horsepower produced.

I stand corrected! Thanks!

See post 12

Since it's an open station,shouldn't we be discussing "canopy blew off"?

Someone has posted a chart from Messicks that ID'd the paint colors. Some report the New orange matches Chevrolet orange engine paint. I think your B7300 is the New orange. Good Luck!

I've been seeing what seems like lofty prices for the B3350's lately. Might not hurt to investigate the resale value. Good Luck!

Didn't the OP request insurance from his agent? And it was never provided,as he was never billed? Doesn't that count for anything?

Doz-my uncle used to buy his cars in the 50's and 60's at Rothbury Rambler-funny!

Seems like I saw tubes of Kubota branded polyurea grease at the dealer(Valvoline?) Good Luck!

Is the tractor parked on a level spot when the sight glass is checked -and the loader lowered to the ground? Perhaps there is no leak,but isn't correctly checked. Really can't imagine where else it's going. Good Luck!

My IT guy turned me on to Brave for my browser. Free download and stops lots of stuff. Check it out and report back! Good Luck!

If you have a well maintained cooling system,I have found draining and refilling with 50/50 coolant and distiller water is quite adequate and keeps the freeze point correct. YMMV!

Our B3030 cab has a similar boot to the OP's tractor-not that big gap shown in his picture. It could be sealed better,but at least I'm out of the weather.

You're missing part number 100 on your diagram-yes? The part number is given. Good Luck!

WOW-What a hot topic and so many first/seldom posters replying! Great reading!

During the worst of the supply chain issues,I bought a NAPA 1085(WIX 51085). Inside the box was the MANN equivalent with a note..

Like 5030 said,an operators manual would be very useful in performing the service. There could be one or two strainers in the hydraulic system that may be cleaned.

Hard to go wrong following the manufactures recommendations. Only exception would be moisture accumulation/milky appearance from condensation. No worries-Good Luck!

I think they called for SAE80,but I'd certainly use any decent universal tractor fluid,UDT,etc. It will contain the EP(extreme pressure)additives for the axle gears. Besides,straight 80 weight gear oil is difficult to find. I remember this from reading a customers L185DT service guide some...

It appears the OP hasn't been back?

II wouldn't think there would be any,other than the clutch switch? Good Luck!