kubota b3030

Hi, I took delivery of my B3030+FEL+MMM last week - still getting to know it but it is a fantastic piece of kit! Kubota didn't ship any manual with the mower deck :mad: ... Does anyone know if any of these manuals are available online as PDFs or similar? Thanks.

Shoud i throttle down every time i engage/disengage the rear pto? I have a huge spray job (105 acres) this weekend, if i throttle down every time i turn the tractor around to make another pass, its going to cost me a lot of time! Opinions please gentlemen,thankx, Scott.

Just got my electric over hydrolic valve kit with the disconnect yesterday. I was wondering if anybody has pics of an install for the b3030 with the cab. was going to attempt this weekend but it did not come with any instructions.. I have done some searches and could not find any installs for...

My B3030 is on order.:D I wanted to get a toplink & sidelink ordered up from CCM so I"m ready when the tractor arrives. :cool: I grabbed the length of the toplink closed (18") and the fixed sidelink (16.25") but didn't have a set of calipers with me to get the top & bottom pin diameters off...

Sealed the deal today.:D :D :D Should get the new machine in about 2 weeks - lots of setup to be done... B3030 HSDF w/ loaded (Rimguard) turfs LA403 FEL w/ ATI skid steer quick attach & 60" bucket 72" MMM 2 rear remotes - one valve floating 40 amp alternator Bradco 2,000# front forks BL2782...

I was told by the manager of one of the dealer reps (Columbus office) that Kubota released a dealer bulletin yesterday with a replacement program for the B2630/B3030 tractor seats. Can someone reply with a bulletin number, or even better still a scanned image of the bulletin???

I need to upgrade from my 4WD Ford 1220. I've done a lot of reading on the forum and have narrowed a few things down. Now I'd like to tap into all that great knowledge out there, so instead of me guessing what I need, I thought I'd let you know my primary uses and get some advice... Here are...

I have a L2800 that I am having PTO problems and need a dependable tractor. I use my Kubota to earn a living with installing lawns. I had a B2910 that I used before the L2800. I put over 3000 hours on it with no down time. The L2800 has 212 hours on it and it has had to be split in half twice...

Can someone please give me a height measurement for a B3030 to the top of the ROPS? I am planning a storage building and want to make sure there is enough garage door height to clear the ROPS without having to put them down. Thanks in Advanced...

Nice unit - a foot or so longer than my TC18 but not any less manuverable. Really liked the 3 range tranny. Below is my laundry list - perhaps I am going a bit overboard, but with the 0% financing I figured endure the sticker shock once instead of over time... It is more a question of getting...

I got the call yesterday, heading south next week to spray a 100 acre national cemetery. This year i will be working along side a B7500. Man, i have to upgrade that seat. Talk about seat time, last spring this application took 3 days, sunrise to sunset. This type of job is why i will never buy...

Local dealer has a used B3030 available listed for $13,900 with loader (200hours). Add mower, rear remotes, front forks, quick attach etc, I'm at about $20K (at full MSRP - no dealing yet). New setup (no dickering ) would run me about $24K. Cost of money calculation is quickly closing the...

I have a small garage - 18 feet deep. My standard operating procedure is to take my loader off in the garage (bucket against the wall) and then park the tractor behind it. Sooo - how much space does it take up to drop the loader & then park the B3030 behind it? In the BX brochure, it looks...

Hi, After visiting this site for too long I finally got around to ordering my first tractor and should be the proud owner of one of the first B3030s in the UK sometime next week. I've gone for the FEL+MMM and it will be put to work straightaway on 4 very overgrown acres (wood, garden, orchard...

My B3030 has 14 hours on it and will blow a cloud of white smoke every now and then. This is begining to drive me nuts because it has done it when it's cold, warmed up, under working conditions, at idle in cold & warm weather. It has done it since new and only once it awhile. I have chandeg fule...

I swear, I must have the best wife in the world! I've actually been considering the purchase of a tractor, loader, backhoe combination for several years, but only occassionally spoke of it. This year she says to me, "Why don't you go and buy that tractor you've wanted for so long? Most of...

Which would you consider the better machine/deal? From the photos I’ve seen, both machines appear to be in good condition for their age/hours. 2004 B2910, LA402 fel, RCK60-27B mmm, BL4690B backhoe, R3 tires with 75 hrs $17,500 (dealer) 2005 B3030, LA403 fel, BH75 backhoe with 12” and 16”...

I have been aware of the change in supply of diesel fuel effective no later than July 2006 to ULSD. I would assume, although I do not know for sure, that the 4 cylinder engine in my Kubota B3030 was designed without factoring in the use of ULSD. I have heard that the sulfur in the diesel fuel...

Getting ready to pull the trigger on a new B3030 HSD with 4 wheel drive, Kubota LA 403 loader, 54” bucket turf tires with ballast installed on the rears. Engine block heater and 60” MMM. Since I don’t know what I don’t know what else should I give consideration to? With 0% financing I want to...

Actually two questions, the dealer I’m working with via e-mail quoted me a price on a B3030-HSD-F, I can’t find a tractor with the F distinction anywhere on the Kubota site. Anyone seen that before, ) I would like to be informed when I get back with the guy). Second I wanted to get the 72 ride...

Finally, after much deliberation on the BX-24 versus the B3030, I decided to go with the B3030 with the Loader and Backhoe combination. The price I'm being quoted, after a fair amount of working with the dealer) is as follows: • Tractor w/R4 tires - $13,600 • Loader w/60" bucket - $3152 •...

After some real lean winter months (almost snowless) im happy to report the B3030 is back in action, earning her payment & then some! 12 acres of fertilizing wendsday, installation of 15 cubic yards of mulch yesterday and if the rain holds off until afternoon tomorrow, i hope to sneak in 3 acres...

Anybody equipped their tractor with fender extensions? I'd like to add extensions on mine but the problem is, my dealer doesn't have that part in stock and he would have to order a pair just for me. He told me that I'll be force to buy them whether I like them or not :mad: . He has no picture...

what would cause a fel and a bh to be leaking down that bad that when you stand on them you can watch it?? the bucket,arms and bh all does it. thanks for reply

I'm considering upgrading my TC18 - shhhhhh don't tell my wife:rolleyes: I'm trying to minize my hit on depreciation by buying used... Just wondering what is new on the BXX30 vs. the BXX10 machines besides the more modern looks and new loader (which seems to have similar specs). I'm not...

guys i have allready ordered my b3030 they have the tractor and loader but have to order the BH and sub frame kit. i got the quick attach front bucket and r4 tires but i am getting pretty nervous about some things and wondering if i should tell them nevermind. i need the overall size of the...

i thought some of you guys might like this story i have 2 kubota dealers within 30 minutes of me one about 3 minutes away. im doing some comparitive shopping before i buy my b3030 so i thought i would share the numbers with you im moving to a b3030 w/ FEL & BH and r4's all kubota stuff Dealer...

II have a problem. I am trying to find a lawn roller for my B3030. Everyhting I find is 48" wide which narrower than the rear tire width of my tractor. Does anyone know of a lawn roller that is at least 60" wide and weighs over 900 LBS. I found one by swisher but it only weighs 500 lbs. If...

2 men...never saw the "insides" before. From the time the battery got disconnected...it took us 1 hour and 45 minutes when we buttoned it up and fired it up. Instructions are a JOKE ( and a bad one at that) Steering wheel DID NOT have to be removed to get to the ..??..rectifier..??...thats...

I am looking to get a quality box scraper for my B3030. This is for two main reasons one is I have so ground leveling work to do and also to act as a counter balance when doing so loader work. Any buddy have any ideas other than the Kubota L7551? Some background: I live on 90 acreas of land...

Hey All - I want to build myself a 3 point ballast this spring. Does anyone know what the correct weight should be for a B3030HSDC? If anyone has any good ideas on how to make one, or has one they made, I'ld like to hear about them. Thanks

First off, thanks to all of you that offered some advice and answered what may have been "odd" questions regarding my purchase of a new B3030 Kubota. They were finally able to deliver the tractor last week, despite having to drive 150 miles (50 miles with chains on) thru a heavy snow. I had...

1) I have scheduled my 50 hour warranty service with my dealer and they told me it would cost about $250, does that sound alright to those of you that have had them done already? 2) Also I asked them about installing a block heater and he said about $125, that sounds high to me, has anyone...

I'd like to have a look at the B3030HSDCC parts book. If someone could give me a weblink or the PDF file I'd be very grateful. I have the one for the B3030HSD and the one for the B3030HSDC. While I'm at it: where can I buy a WSM for a B3030HSD (no cab)?... I mean somewhere else than my Kubota...

I am new at this, but have read many helpful, and confusing things on this forum. I am hoping someone can answer a question that the dealer is struggling with. I have ordered a new B3030 with what started out as a few options and has now grown into a rather long list. One of the options...

After much thought and lots of reading - primarily on this forum, I have ordered a new B3030HSD. It is coming with a LA403 FEL, BH80X Woods Backhoe with Thumb, ATI Grapple, and a chain box mounted on FEL. I also had them add clamp on pallet forks. After I came home, decided to add Woods 72"...

Another modification I did on my B3030. As I was wiring my switches for my lights I added a 30 amps power outlet on the back of the tractor. I've mounted a switch on the dash and I put to use an unused indicator in the dash. Ok, I know it's not an indicator made for that purpose, but it was...

Ok guys, here's my home made light brackets. It fits even if the ROPS is up or down. Photo #1 and #2 show the general look of the thing. #3 shows a close up of the bracket #4 ROPS down #5 ROPS down close up #6 dashboard #7 dashboard close up #8 dashboard at night #9 dashboard unused blue...

I HAVE A FRIEND THAT HAS A B3030 WITH A 63" SNOWBLOWER, THIS IS ALL NEW. THE SNOWBLOWER IS ONLY THROWING THE SNOW ABOUT 10 FEET AT PTO RPM'S. EVERYTHING SEEMS ALL OK BUT HOW FAR SHOULD IT THROW IT?

Does anyone have any thoughts one way or the other? I have a good price on a B7800, HST, FEL, 4WD , R4s ($14.5k) but I do not know if I should go up one more knotch? Is the B3030 worth the price difference? Thanks.

I would love some input on finding a good trailer (in the northwest if possible - Montana, would be most helpful) for a B3030 with BH with extra space to carry a box blade. Trailer must have a regular hitch. Thanks for your input....

I know I wondered if the Kubota factory quick hitch (which allows use of the factory front blade, front snowblower and front broom) was compatible with the Kubota mid mount mower front hanger support. I knew the mower itself would have to be removed but I was not sure until today if I had to...

I recentlly sold my BX23 and have a have a slightly used B3030 with a Woods 7' groundbreaker-x BH, LA 403 FEL and Woods 60" Box Blade being delivered in a couple of weeks. Since I ordered the B3030 from a dealer without test driving it, does anyone have experience with both and can tell me the...

Found a B3030 with only 30 hours, full warranty, includes a brand new Woods 7' groundbreaker-x backhoe (with thumb), Woods 6 foot box blade and the B3030 has a Kubota FEL. What would be a good price for this set-up? Thanks for any input....

Hello all, I'm thinking of purchasing a small compact with cab primarily for snow removal and grass mowing. I'm mowing approx 5 acres of lawn and have developed bad allergies over recent years and am thinking a small cab tractor may be the answer as my allergies really flare up when mowing. I...

Does anyone know if you can remove the doors off the cab on the B3030, or if it is recommended that you don't. I'm thinking mowing lawn in summer it may be nice to have the doors off. I imagine it would be a bad idea to operate it with the doors open, I would think that would be to strenuous on...

ok, now I have a real tractor :) ...the Massey came with the house we bought in September...9 acres, log home, 30x60 horse barn (5 stall) 30x60 car barn with a lift, landscape barn for the new B3030 and a lil Cub Cadet for mowing, paddocks, and an outdoor ring We use the tractor for bringing...

Has anyone used the B2781 or B2782 snowblower with a B3030? Iam thinking about picking up one of the two and am wondering if one of them is suited better for the B3030? I realize its only a 1 foot diff, but does it make a difference? Also, how do they blow the wet heavy slushy snow if you have...

Quoted $17,500 with FEL and R4's. Is this in the ballpark?

I am quoted a B3030 w/ FEL and 72" mid-mount mower for $19,325 ($13,700, 2,975 for FEL, and 2650 for mower). Is this a decent deal? I have called two other dealers in my state and the above is the cheapest I have found but still not sure if there is wiggle room on this.

I would really like to be able to mow and drag my fields without the FEL. How much weight do I need in the front? Are suitcase weights available for the B3030 and if so how many would I need and how much should I expect to pay?

Can someone else with a B3030 tell me what the rpm range is for idle and full throttle? Mine idles at about 950 which seems a tad bit high, and top speed is 2700 rpm, which seems a bit low. I realize that this effectively covers the normal operating range, but I'm particular about everything...

Has anyone installed the B3030 alternator upgrade 'cause I am and have a question? I'm installing the alternator upgrade (Kubota) so I can add work lights. All went well until I went to hook up the harness under the 'dash.' The only matching connector on the original harness is a 6-pin one using...

This was more work than I expected!

Ok folks, here are the rough #s from 2006. Boom sprayed 90 acres,core aerated 35 acres, fertilized 105 acres,rotary cut 16 acres, installed 60 yards of topsoil, 30 yards of compose, 40 yards of mulch, 46 tons of stone, worked 2 snowstorms loading trucks and stacking snow, and light shop duty of...

Hi guys, I am looking for suggestions for stabilizing my B3030HSDC. I have done some looking around in past posts and have gotten some good ideas. I plan of filling the tires with something this spring and have also seen posts about wheel extentions and I just read a post in another thread...

Actually Friday but did not get time to take pics of it till today.. Also got a snow broom and snow blower besides the bucket. The ac works nice..:) I can't believe hiow easy the attachments go on and off.. Kubota really did their homework.. Very happy with it.. Here pics.... and a video..

#67955-37710 Suppose to be a RIGHT HAND Hyd filter for a B3030 ( and probably for a B2630 also??) Id like to find a FleetGuard number...but ANY number is better than none?? FG lists the LEFT hand Hyd filter..but nothing for the right hand????

I have 5 acres to keep mowed, I am really considering purchasing a B3030 with a cab and 72inch deck does anyone use this machine just to mainly mow there grass and how do you like it??

Anyone installed a horn on their B3030? If so, could you provide details? Thanks!

When doing your 50 hr. service don't forget to check everything. Don't mind my wife feeding the deer and turkeys, but now we're talking serious!

Just got a b3030 not so long ago. Love it, its a great tractor. But I bought too small, as I was half sure I was doing at the time. So I have an order in for one of the new L4740s - was thinking the 34, which was what I was originally torn between, but I don't want to buy too small again. So...

A dealer said the the B3030 does not have enough hydraulic flow to operate a fel attached auger. He says the B3030 has 5.3 gpm flow and an auger needs around 12 gpm. Do any of you B3030 guys have a fel attached auger, and if so what are your experiences?

Does anyone have any input on which size Wood's blade they recommend for a B3030? Our driveway is about 150 yards long, steep and has a curve. Would I do better with a 5 ft. or 6 ft. blade? Thanks!

I have been mostly lurking in this forum for a couple of years now. I just want to thank everyone for their great advice. I finally bit the bullet and purchased my first real tractor. I was originally planning on a BX series with a Curtis cab but do to the rocks and woods on my new property I...

I have heard that the cab for a B3030 must be installed at the time of manufacturing. I would think you could order one later and install it yourself. Any one have any experience with this?

Do you guys out there with 4-1 buckets on your B3030s think they have sufficient lift capacity?

Has anyone put a backhoe on their B3030HSDC (factory cab model)? I am thinking about buying a backhoe for my B3030 and would like to know some experiences of anyone who has one. Also, would anyone have any pictures they could post with the cab model tractor and backhoe! I would appreciate any...

A buddy of mine is thinking a bout buying a B3030 HSD with a 4-1 loader. I know there have been fender issues with the BX series. Are there any gripes out there about the B3030? I have read some complaints about the seat.

Doe's anyone know if you can adjust the ammount of sudt going to the steering? My front tires seem to strain turning with a heavy load in the fel.

I've read all about it, tried to buy used, stepped up to new. B3030 with loader, and 5 ft land pride. Brought it home proud as a peacock, they even gave me a new hat! First I moved some stone, smashed a gutter on the house, irritated wifey. Moved some dirt, then went mowing. Drove smack into a...

Have over 200 hours on my new B3030. I left it idling for a minute while moving something. When I jumped back on the engine shut off rather abrubtly. I thought since I was on a hill with low fuel that when I jumped on it the remaining fuel shifted and choked off the engine but it didn't sputter...

After reading the very informative PTO information on tractorsmart - http://www.tractorsmart.com/main/Tractor%20Power%20Take%20Off%20Types.htm - I am wondering if I need an overrunning clutch on my B3030. Should I be using one - especially for brushhogging? Here is the section of the article in...

I am using about 1 gallon per hour of operation with my B3030 pulling a 5 ft cutter (about 550 lb). Does this seem about right?

My B3030 has excessive steering wheel and deck vibration. There was a bulletin out on this, and the dealer did the fix. It did absolutely no good. The tractor will put your hands to sleep in less than 1 hour. Is there any way to get this looked at by a Kubota rep? I am going back to the...

After much research I have decided on a B3030. I have price quote of 16,900 on a 3030 with L403. 1450 on a 60" Woods RFM. Is that a good price, or should I be able to do better?

Thanks Tbn, this forum has been considerable help in my tractor selection, something that took a while due to model change and a good down payment. I received delivery at the end of july and clocked nearly 40 hours, mostly mowing, moving gravel, grading driveway and filling a 25' hand dug well...

Thank you TBN members, this site has been a great aide in my tractor selection. My B3030 was delivered late july and I clocked nearly 40hours, mostly mowing, moved gravel and graded driveways also filled in a 25 ft. hand dug well. My next project is to landscape a feedmill demolition site. I...

I've noticed a couple things on my B3030 and wonder if they're "normal": 1 -- Sometimes, when under some load or going up a hill I notice that the HST gives a little jerk. After the jerk, I think it's going a bit faster but I'm not sure of that. It's almost like it catches for a moment before...

I've 10 acres in WTX pretty flat with waist high grass (not very dense but capable of wrapping up my stihl weedwacker), I'm planning on refencing, redigging my leech field, putting in a large garden, pulling stumps, moving wood/chipping, regrading the driveway, putting in an RV shelter with...

I am very pleased with the performance of my RCK60-30B but because of all the mostly positive posts regarding Gator Blades I decided to order a set (part #90987) from Jack's Small Engines a while back just to give them a try. I was curious to see if they would be any better that the stock...

I ordered some 1.5" extenders for my rear wheels today after feeling a little tipsy (not the drinking kind) while working on the Bota this weekend. Unfortunately, I had to return my belly mower. Apparently belly mowers don't fit properly with the wheel extenders installed. I took the price...

14 acres or rolling hills aerated yesterday, 8 hours seat time. I have to look into something more comfortable.

I'm in the process of purchasing a Kubota B3030 with the 403 loader. I would like members' opinions regarding the necessity to upgrade to the 40 amp alternator. The only additional power needs I will likely have is from the installation of two 55W halogen lights for nighttime snowblowing. Thanks...

Looked at the b3030 today and real close to buying one $17490 out the door fel and loaded tires. Well now I see the posts about the bad vibes. Was this a problem with some of the early tractors and has it been fixed. I don't want no vibrations with lots of regrets. Thanks! Rick

I'm wondering if anyone out there has any thoughts on mmms for the b3030. I committed to buying the 60" because of scalping concerns - my land is hilly. But now I'm second guessing because of the drive over mount capability and the ability to mow tighter to trees etc. Any experiences with...

After doing lots a research (mostly here), and renting a BX24 for a weekend, I've decided to buy a B3030 this month. Could you folks advise me how to configure it? Here are the basics: B3030HSD with Folding ROPS and R4's LA403 FEL Woods BH80-X with subframe and thumb (no independent pump)...

The plastic cowling assembly on my B3030 (surrounding the instrument panel and extending down to the floor) seems quite loose. I can wiggle it easily by grasping with both hands on the sides. I see no readily apparent way to tighten it up. Is this looseness normal? If not, how can I tighten it...

Since I received my B3030 with 60" MM deck, it has been difficult to remove the front link when removing the deck. The short link piece has really been tight.. Tighter than a gnats *** stretched over a rain barrel tight.. So I took some measurements & called dealer.. They have been aware of...

I'm thinking of getting a set of 'bolt-on' pallet forks for my B3030 FEL. Can anyone direct me to a place where they are reasonably priced. Thanks in advanced. Alan (Woodstock, MD)

I am thinking of buying a B3030 and I wondered which would be the most suitable Woods backhoe for a tractor this size. I guess the choices in ascending order would be the 6500, 7500, BH70-X, and BH80-X. Is the 80-X too big for the 3030? In any event, should I get the independent pump? Thanks...

I didn't like position control lever stop knob on my B3030, so I whipped up a new one on my lathe. The original is difficult to get at. I added a hard rubber/plastic washer under the knob to cushion the contact with the plastic frame assembly. Works great and is easy to adjust now.. Attached...

On a scale of 1-10, i would rate the 3030 a solid 9. Balance,steering,fuel consumption are good, brakes are strong, hydro shifts easy after break in & 50 hour service, 14" of ground clearence makes it easy to get under the machine and the access to service is a walk in the park. The differential...

Howdy, Just picked up my new 3030 - delivered last Friday. :D Dealer service has already fixed a loose fitting in the BH75 boom and also replaced a bad hose (right stabilizer retract) on the BH75, seemingly sealing all my "rear" hyd. system leaks. Dealer failed however to fully seal the...

Anyone have any advice on which is the better backhoe for the b3030, the Kubota the Kubota BH75 or the Woods BH80x? After doing a search on here, I saw a lot of complaints about the BH75, but none about the woods. I'll be doing a lot of stump removal. Ground is sand with a lot of rocks. Thanks!

Like many of you, I am debating the size of tractor I really need. 90% of the time, I will be mowing grass around the house and in the fields. The other 10% of the time I need a tractor and front end loader capable of lifting 600-800 pounds and carrying it a short distant. I like the...

I was caught up on mowing last weekend and decided I'd lube all the grease fittings and do a general walk around inspection before attaching the backhoe to take out a stump. I noticed a bolt just above the lower link hinge point (about the 7 o'clock position from the PTO) that seemed to be...

Hi, After reading through all the good advice on this and other forums. I'm trying to decide which of these to buy. Background, I have 7.5 acres, fair amount of hill, around 1.5 acres to be mown currently. I want to use the machine for general landscaping, road maintenance, and clearing the...

I recieved today, via Fedex, two new labels for starting procedures of the B2630/B3030. One is for the manual, the other is to be placed on the tractor under the cruse lever. Perhaps these are the result of the concerns expressed in this thread...

I am seriously considering purchasing a 10kW PTO generator for my B3030 so I would like to know if anyone has a good idea of what the tractor's fuel consumption rate would be while running the generator? http://www.messicks.com/Articles/PTOGenerator.aspx Thanks!

Recently looked at and test drove the B3030 w/cab. Liked everything about it except the noise level in the cab. Would be getting a mmm, snowblower, and FEL. Is it normal for the noise level to be really high in the B3030 cab?? Or, maybe this particular one was very loud (inside cab). Maybe I'm...

The front tires are marked 35psi max, rear tires marked 20psi. I filled the front tires to 30psi and the rear to 20psi. Just curious if its ok to fill the front tires to 35psi with a loader.

We just found out yesterday that the F3680 seat is a drop in replacment for the one on the B3030. The 3680's seat has a full suspension and rides much better than the stock B-series seat. The new seat only sits about 1" higher and feels really natural. We had a customer who just did this himself...

I'm thinking of adding rear remotes to my B3030 to operated a dump trailer. Just currious what they cost and where can you get them on line? Pictures of your current setup would be great.

We seem to be gaining a couple of new 3030 owners each week. Perhaps there is something special about this model? :cool:

Here's our new bundle of joy! :D Our third Diesel vehicle (Actually we've had it for a little over 2 weeks now, but it took me this long to upload the pics - got 16+ hours on it already ;) ) B3030-HSD-F with R4's, block heater LA403 with 60" Bucket and ATI Toothbar RCK-30B 60" MMM Woods RB72"...

My new B3030 arrived today.. What a nice machine.. Runs very well, handles great.. Steering & response are perfect.. I mowed with it (60"MM), and I am quite pleased.. My lawn was a bit soft in spots, but no major issues.. I will report back in future with my observations.. I can say I am glad...

As stated in another thread, I am ready to order a B3030 and a Woods BX80 primarily for projects and landscaping 2.5 acres. I know a few on here have this same combo and seem to love it. I will not be mowing with this unit and the money seems very close to a B21, especially a lightly used one...

While pricing a 3030 the dealer said only two rear remotes were an option and the third was not available. He a third valve was not available on the 3030 but was on the 7800. Can anyone confirm if this is correct and why would they not have this option on the premire version? I also know the...

This forum has been really helpful and I've learned quite a bit doing a search on which tractor I want. Here are my uses: Mow 10ac of open, flat pasture with a shredder, grade/harrow riding arena, move 800# round bales with 3pt hitch, move dirt around to improve drainage, maintain 300ft of...

I am thinking of buying a B3030 cab model. I have a 97' NH 1720. I have 11 flat acres that I will be mowing with a 72" Rhino finishing mower. My question is...should I have any problems using my mower? How well does the 3030 ride? How cool does the a/c keep ya? Are there any problems you have...

Ten minutes to change oil & filter! 14" of ground clearence, easy access to drain bolts. How sweet it is!

tomorrow for the steering wheel vibration. I printed off your .pdf service bulletin just in case. The dealer is meeting me at my land to do the fix. I will let you know how it goes. Funny thing is some B3030 owners don't seem to have this problem. I have been tempted to test drive tractors...

i just got a 5' standard Woods rotary cutter. When i was putting the 3 point hitch on I noticed the B3030 operator manual saying max would be 4' model? The cutter says its needs 25hp tractor to run, mine is 30hp but know i'm wondering if they are talking PTO HP which mine is 23hp. I bought it...

I can't seem to keep the edging material (I think it may be called trim-lok) in place around the edge of my seat. Once enough of it comes off it becomes a bear to get back on over the seat covering around the corners. I am thinking of contact cementing the actual seat material to the metal seat...

Ok, I am about ready to drop the money on the pair and wanted to see if all of my haggeling has paid off. for the tractor with the FEL, 60" bucket, R4 tires and that dang radio they are so proud of for $21,300. That sounded pretty good to me but let me know If I can still get them lower...

My first impressions of the new B3030. Lots of power in all three gears (L,M,H). The front bucket works fast and easy to operate (403). Bucket controls are easy to reach and far enough forward to enter the tractor from both sides. I did not feel any of the vibration from the wheel like others...

I have visited my local dealer and thought I had made my decision on a 3030 with a BH75 backhoe. Although the dealer never tried to talk me out of the Kubota backhoe, he did mention that Woods was another alternative and their 70 and 80 backhoe models have the option for a mechanical thumb...

b3030 HSDC 100 hour review. (long) Overall, I'm quite pleased with this machine. I use this tractor in my business year round. I'm very faithful on P.M. as I work this machine hard. The 3030 has lots of power, good balance, exceptional agility and really is a joy to operate. The tranny is...

Does anyone know the shim's thickness coming fact. on a B3030 relief valve? It can be 0.1mm, 0.2mm or 0.4mm (2175 to 2320 psi). I've included a drawing of the valve with part numbers in PDF file format to show you what I'm talking about. Any thought could be helpful. Thanks

I've been reading to prepare to do my 50 hour service. Note on page 58 of the operator's manual reads "do not operate the tractor immediately after changing the transmission fluid" Huh?

greetings, I am about to make my first purchase and am leaning twards the b3030hsdc because I am a wuss and want the climate control:) Anyway, I am concerned because the back of the enclosed cabin makes it impossible to use it with a backhoe. I was contemplating a self modification to the...

Does anyone know of an unused connector or other source of power useful for hooking up a sprayer. I saw a thread on power under the seat of a BX series and hope something similar is available on the B model

I just purchased a B3030 and put it through 5 hours of bushhogging. Did a great job, but I noticed that there was a high frequency vibration in the steering wheel / steering column throughout the working RPM range. There were a number of posts concerning this in May of 05 by posters jlbota and...

Kubota B3030 attaching woods 60\" tiller It must be me but can someone tell me the correct order and procedure to hook up a woods 60" tiller to my 3030? I tried connecting the lower links first but then was unable to get the driveshaft into place, not enough clearance, also the top link is too...

My first post is gonna be a stupid one, I can just tell!!! I'm shopping for a compact tractor and by buddy keeps telling me to look at Kubota. Looking at the pictures on this site, it appears the hydrostatic pedal is on the right side. It also appears the individual brake pedals are on the...

My tractor was delivered yesterday! My yard is starting to look like the set of the movie "Holes". Bought it from Neil at Messicks. Great place to do business!

Hey Folks, Buying a new house in NH at the back of 6 acres on top of a gently sloping hill. 1200 feet of hard packed gravel driveway and most of acreage is field grass. Already decided (after 30 seconds of imagining snow plowing/blowing a 1200 foot driveway at night in a nor'easter) on the...

This is what my grille looked liked after mowing tonight. Dang Dandelions. I have just been too busy to spray this spring. I will get them before the summer crop arrives.

genoperating-ML-881331-ML- Not related to Buying a tractor.

I just bought a brand new B3030 with ATI quick detach FEL and heavy duty pallet forks, with a woods backhoe with multi position thumb. The machine is a little beast. I love it. I have done many of my short term projects in a just a few short weeks of ownership (still less than 30 hours on it)...

Was on the kubota site and noticed they had rebates for the 2630 and 3030. Rebate Page Click here

Hello Gentlemen & Ladies I just cannot decide on the right tractor for my needs. Here's the skinny. Six acres. Back is sloped 10-20 degrees. Put new addition on house and removed about 1.5 acres of trees. Need to move alot dirt (grading, filling), take out a fair number of stumps, a few...

Yahoo...just had my B3030 delivered Saturday! Managed to run the full tank of diesel out mowing 4-5' tall grass up & down some fairly steep hills. Gave that little tractor a pretty good initial workout. Rained on Sunday & out of town this week - rats! Get this: Upon seeing the dust, pollen...

I'm trying to decide between the B2630 and the B3030. Question for those who secured the former- any regrets? Do you wish you purchased the 3030 instead? Any 3030 owners who wish they saved a grand or so by getting the 2630? Decisions, decisions. Mike

I was quoted a price of $13,450 for a B3030. Does this seem reasonable? I was thinking more of about $12,700, about $1000 more than the B7800. Thanks in advance.

I installed 35 yards of loam this week. The 403 fel is very strong, heaping buckets of loam on the wet side, no problem at all. Still being impressed by the 3030.

Which tractor would you buy if you could buy them for essentially the same price? Use will be for finish mowing, landscaping, loader use, etc on 3 acres? Will be rear mounted mower. I'm assuming the 2800 is a heavier duty tractor overall. Thanks in advance for the responses.

Pulling trees..and dragging them out today... Had a long section chained to the FEL hook...and it has a short stub sticking out where a limb had been cutoff. It swung a little when I stopped..and the short stub rocked backward...and came in right between 2 of the radiator front grill guards...

Hi Guys. I wondered if anyone else noticed this. I went to adjust tires pressures on my B3030 after the winter and noticed the R4 front tires (23.850-14NHS 4ply) did not match an available tire size in the owners manual. The manual lists the R4 tire as 24.850-14. I did not know if the owners...

Does anyone have any advice for easier shifting of a new B3030 with HST (and no clutch)? Kubota's advice (on stickers and in the manual), for difficulty in shifting, is to lightly touch the pedal in forward or reverse to ease shifting from neutral into H, M or L, and firmly press the brake...

buykubota-ML-862331-ML- Specific to Kubota buying.

Hi, I'm new to this board but have a question for everyone. Can anyone tell me a fair,good price for a B3030 with 60"mmm,FEL,and a BH, and R4's in the Buffalo, NY area? Also, has anyone had any experience with the local dealers around here. I may have to settle for the same setup in a B7800 if...

I am thinking of purchasing a B3030 with FEL and BH. Would renting a B21 tell me if I would be happy with a tractor the size of a B3030? How comparable are the two? Does Kubota have the crooked B3030 loader problem solved yet? I have seen posts about B3030 vibration issues but could not find...

I'm deciding on either a L3400hst or B3030 with BH75 for escavation and landscaping. I'm leaning towards the L3400 due to it's additional weight, loader lift height, and HP. It will be used with a box scrapper , blade, rake and bush hog as well. Any experience/recommendations on either of...

Well bent the rod on dipper clylinder today. last year the rod cracked in half. The put a new one on with a thicker rod. This time it bent. i was digging a stump out. this is my 1st backhoe, so i don't know if I'm expecting too much from my hoe or its just to small a rod for the hoe? Hopefully...

New presentation, details, specs, photos on the new 2006 B2630, B7800, B3030, B3030 Cab Kubota units Link Enjoy and best wishes, Steve

Is anyone else dissatisfied with the apparent lack of cushioning and support the seat of the B3030 provides? I'm seriously thinking of buying a B3030HSDC model but I find the seat so bad I can't come loose with the dollars until I find a solution. My dealer is contacting his rep to find out if...

New B3030HSDC and new RC72-30B mid mount mower. Curious what range others have paid...

Hello to all! Well I've been shopping tractors and reading everything I can find on these 2 bad boys and now I'm really stuck. Would appreciate any info or guidence on which way to go. I'm in Alberta Canada and have Dealers nearby for both brands. Is one brand much better than the other or does...

Hello to all! Well I've been shopping tractors and reading everything I can find on these 2 bad boys and now I'm really stuck. Would appreciate any info or guidence on which way to go. I'm in Alberta Canada and have Dealers nearby for both brands. Is one brand much better than the other or...

How steep a grade should I be able to pull with a 3030,tires loaded with rim guard and loader(empty) ,in high range? Could not pull a hill of about 20%(NOT DEGREES) the other day,even with the engine at PTO speed. I will try to measure the slope when I get home-but it seems like it shoud pull it...

I installed custom hardware as there is no good place to chain & bind a B3030.

Does two different 72" mower decks actually exist for the B3030? The RC72-30B mid mount mower depicted on the Kubota website (1st photo below) is stated to be a "drive-over" type and I assume it is suspended from the tractor frame via a parallel linkage. It's caster wheels look smaller than...

Thanks to all who weighed in on my earlier posts with questions about a 72" RFM behind a B3030. After listening to the advice, I think I got the combination that is right for me. Saturday the dealer delivered a Kubota B3030 with FEL and Woods RD72 RFM and Woods 60" tiller. My neighbor had...

20060303 I searched using "B3030 cab" and found little. My wife and I have been using our BX-2200 (new 11/01) for mowing and, since buying our farm, hay raking with a 258 NH. No cab has meant a mess on hot days, compared to my NH cab-equipped ag tractor. Since Anne hates my big fellow, she...

Follow up post to Can Kubota B3030 handle 72\" RFM Thanks again to all who have weighed in on my original post. I just wanted to add some information that I got when I called Woods direct and asked for their technical department. My question to them was "What is the minimum PTO HP recommended...

Anybody help me with the difference between the B3030 and the B7800? Thanks.

I just talked to the Kubota dealer on the phone. And they told me that a brand new B3030 cab model with a FEL would cost about $22,700. I didn't say anything about trade in with my JD but I do know that they would take a JD. Before I go into what they would give me on trade in around what price...

Hey I just wonder what people think of the b3030 cab model. How dose it compare to the NH TC-35DA? Is the machine a good snow removal machine? I was also wondering how the cab is. Is it a lot quieter than the curtis cabs. Cause i found that my curtis cab made it louder than it was without it...

The jobs I have in front of me this summer are rooting out small ( grub out) trees..1-2 inches in diameter..but SOME go up to 6 inches in diameter. Those and various "shrub-grubs" that have invaded the back yard. I understand what a backhoe can do for me..but I never intend on doing any...

Can Kubota B3030 Handle 72\" Finish Mower? I'd like some opinions from anyone that has some experience on this subject...I've recently bought a home & 8 acres and grass-cutting time is rapidly approaching. I am considering 2 different Kubotas...a B3030 and a L3430. I am leaning toward the...

What can I expect a dealer to charge to do the 50 hour service on a B3030?

Greetings, After looking at all the way high pricing for dealears to perform the 50 Hr service I decided I would do it myself. The oil drain is fun since there is a cross brace directly underneath the drain plugs that cause the oild to rain down in the oil pan instead of stream down like...

OK, so I'm doing my research for my next machine. I'm trying to decide which backhoe I should get with a B3030. Has anyone put a Woods BH80X backhoe on a B3030 yet? The Kubota BH75 specs out right between the Woods BH70X and BH80X. Two things I really like about the Woods hoes are the...

1. If you have a backhoe on a B3030, do you have to remove it to use a mid mount mower? 2. What are advantages /disavantages of mid mount vs one that you pull behnd tractor. What i would be using mower for is cutting grass , sticker bushes on trails in woods. Plus some field grass. some of...

Reading my shop book today..and it says "Use ONLY ethylene glycol antifreeze"..?? Thats just plain old "yellow jug" Prestone....right???

was considering getting a B3030. snow plowing will be one of its chores. i have about 500 feet of driveway to plow. i see on the kubota web site, they have a front blade attachment for the 3030 with power angle. does anyone know what the price, quality, and weight difference would be between...

Hi, I'm from Montreal Quebec and I want to know the price for a B3030 HSD with FEL 403, BH75 and lawn mower RC7230B with two sets of tires (1 set turf and 1 set industrial) I checked the price in Quebec and is very expensive so if the price is good in New-York, it will be more interesting for...

Hi all Back in Sept I posted about my experiance with the B3030s being able to start in gear. Well I didn't stop there. I contacted Kubota. After much communication by phone which gave me the feeling that Kubota hoped I'd go away, Kubota agreed to try to fix the problem. when they figured out...

My machine doe's not want to shift h l m or 4 wd unless she is 100 % warmed up, anyone else experiencing this?

I just negotiated a deal today on a Kubota B3030, 60" MMM, and a Land Pride RBT1560 rear blade for $15,300 plus 6% state sales tax...no other fees. I guess I'm looking for confirmation that this pricing is a good deal...haven't taken delivery yet!!

Hello all, i'm aware of the ongoing problems some of you are experiencing with off center & crooked 403 fel's & kubotaone has a crooked 2782 front blower! I mounted up my 2782 today and it is straight and level as is my 403. IMHO & i am by no means a tractor authority, i really think there is a...

I am posting this to see if anyone has come across a fix for the off kilter loader on the B3030 yet? I have a service rep coming from Kubota Monday morning to take a look at mine and wanted to be armed with any info possible. Mine has been to my dealer for this problem and all they did was try...

Davis Equipment in Ashland, KY has a B3030 with a cab, or it was there Sunday, December 4. A fine looking machine!

wanted to widen a section of my springfed creek before rain fills it up again. lots of large rocks embeded but markham toothbar had no problem. about 3 hours work. gonna work on other side hopefully next weekend.

I expect the 3030 to move lots of snow fast. I base this on 5 seasons of snow with my B7500 and what i could do with the smaller machine, i guess we will know soon!

This was an idea I borrowed from this forum. It's nothing new I just thought I would share it with everyone. I haven't painted the inside rod yet. I just got it on tonight.I didn't want to weld on the loader so I drilled and tapped the curl cylinder pins.

I will be buying the 3030 real soon. I need a FEL, backhoe and a chipper. The salesman alluded to a new Woods backhoe being available in the near future for the 3030. There was alot of information coming at me so I may have gotten this wrong. If there is a Woods backhoe available in the spring...

After many months of following the great posts on this site, I'm finally nearing a decision on what to buy. I've narrowed it to a bells-and-whistles B3030 or the plainer but larger L2800 or L3400. I'm leaning to the B3030 because of its greater creature comforts. My concern is the...

I want to install the new 40 Amp alternator kit on my B3030 and it says to remove the dash so you can get to some of the wireing. I have the steering wheel removed but I am stuck there. The throttle lever seems to be holding me back but it looks like a lot of work to remove. There must be an...

Im doing some research here for a futire purchase...looking for a backhoe. I notice that the Kubota #BH75..is run off the tractors hydraulics! Is this the "usual" procedure??..or? ( I was under the impression that SOME have th hyd pump run from the tractors PTO..??) Can anyoe assist me with...

I was very close to purchasing a B7800 or B3030 today, but I had a little uncertainty. This was mainly because I don't have a trailer yet for hauling. I need to know the overall length of both the B7800 and B3030 from the front of the bucket on the ground to the end of the 3pt hitch. And if...

B3030 \"Ballasting\" I have a B3030 with the FEL and a rear mounted ballast box. "Some" tell me to have the rear tires filled with CC for ballast..? Some ( including the Kubota store where I bought it) says NO. If I need more to add wheel weights and more weight in the rear ballast box...

I'm putting this here since most of the posts about Case-NH seem to land here and I thought I might get more opinions. I'm still having fun shopping for an upgrade for my old issue B7100 gear. After reading much here, I've pretty much decided to stick with my trusty dealer, who sells Case...

I am stuck on these two machines and do not know which way to go. This is my first tractor purchase. I have a price on the bota of 35k. Its includes 403 loader, woods bhx80 hoe with thumb, 60" rotary broom. I am still waiting on a price on the jd. I am leaning towards the bota for its...

Hello everyone, I am looking to make my first tractor purchase. I am considering a kubota 3030hdsc and I have received a price from my local dealer. Just wondering if it's a fair price. Options included are loader, woods backhoe, winter upgrade package, 60" rotary broom. Price is $36,000...

I see in the parts manual there is an "alternator KIT" thats available..?? I didnt "order" anything special on mine...but visually..it "appears" I have a belt driven allternator...if not..what is it then? Whatever it really is..??...how many AMPS will it put out so that I can run "some" ( not...

Im wanting to add some additional lighting to my B3030. I see where there is SUPPOSE TO BE a loose pigtail in the rear for the optional Kubota work light...but I sure cant find it?? Is it there ONLY if the work light was bought as a factory option? ( I wouldnt think so??) Any help in locationg...

First off the 403 fel is straight as an arrow and no vibration problems. Fact cab is awesome, however, it's easy to smash your head into the corner of the cd when entering,be careful, it hurts,trust me! The 403 loader is a perfect match for this tractor, nice stout fel w/ good balance,power &...

Ok guys..Ive read PAGES on here on the different oils people are using in their Kubota's. Some I think? "Yeah..that would work"..and others "NO WAY!" So here is my dilemma.. 10W-30 KUBOTA oil at my dealer sets me back $3.10 a qt! ( geeze???)...but finding a 10W-30 thats diesel...

I recently purchased a b3030/cab with a 72" belly mower, now with 30 hours. I call this my "Glorified Lawn Mower". It works very well except for a couple of things. The cab area is very noisy with rattles and vibrations. On some of the posts there is a complaint about steering wheel...

Is the 3030 worth the extra money ($1800) in Central FL. over the 7800? Ernie

Ok, I decided not to go with the BX2230 and go with something a bit bigger. So I am opting for the B3030. My loacal dealer in Ocala has quoted me $21,400 for the 3030 with 6' MMM and a FEL. Thanks Ernie

Ok fellas. Newbie here so beat up on me...LOL Ive read everything I can find on chain hooks and the L403 loader (60" bucket) and even in my own mind the upper lip looks "kinda weak"?? So..from what Ive read ..welding a piece of 2 X 3 x 1/4 angle all the way across the upper lip and then...

Last spring my wife decided she wanted to rototill the orchard. It looked like a lot of work so I filled the old Craftsman tiller with gas and told her to get to work... just the beginning of the master plan to get myself a tractor. Well, months of tractor shopping and lurking here has finally...

Greetings from Essex, MA. I own 3 properties that each are an acre approximately. Two of them in Essex, MA have lots of work that needs to be done including, stone wall work (lots of it), snow removal after plowing, grading and fixing of driveways, footings and foundations dug for several...

I'd like to have feedbacks about the fix for the B3030 vibration problem. I know that some of you guys got your tractor fixed and I wonder if it's ok now. Thanks

I am looking at buying a Kubota b3030 or JD 2520 for my snow removal company. We do a lot of small double drives in condo communities. I have been doing reseach for months now and cannot pull the trigger. Anyway, I want to know if anyone is usung the Kubota front mount blower for...

Is there any significant advantage to loading the front tires? I am running R4's, and the rears are already loaded. I use it primarily for bush hogging and some FEL work, and will occasionally be snow clearing 175' gravel driveway with it. I'd like to be able to bush-hog without the FEL, but...