kubota l285

Can someone tell me what adjustment nob on the side of my injector pump. Hose comes out of fuel pump out of this into side of injectors daisy chained to the other injectors then back to tank

Kubota L285 Starter solenoid clicks, is this an easy fix? BTW I have or 15 different attachments for this tractor.

I have what I think is a 1976, L285, that I've had for roughly 11 years. The guy I bought it from would buy up the "non running" line at a large local equipment auction, and get them running and resell. Do, needless to say, there's a lot of less then professional repairs. I recently replaced the...

I was checking my glow plugs to see if any were bad. Seems like I have to hold the glow plug switch on for quite awhile before it starts. The book says they should read 1.5 ohms, they all read 3.0 ohms I didn't know if this was bad or not. The tractor is old but has low hours and runs good...

Anyone ever replace the water pump on a Kubota L285 or similar? Do you need to remove the air filter housing and radiator? Any tricks to getting fan off the front of the pump? Better to get fan off first, then remove water pump, or get the whole thing off, then fan? I started tonight, only...

I have a 1970 L285 Kubota diesel tractor, it takes some cranking even in the summer to get it to start. It runs fine after it starts, so my question is, the manual says the glow plugs should read 1.5 ohms, mine read 2.2 ohms, would that make any difference in the performance of the glow plugs...

Bought a Davis or Case D100 4pt Backhoe off Craigslist for $800. It needed minor hydraulic repairs, but at the time I didn't know how much repair work would be needed. Later found it was just minor control valve leaks and the left/right ram had a leak. The minor repairs took some time but was...

How crazy would it be to try to modify this "factory" loader taken off an 8n to fit an L285? I know it would take a lot of cutting and welding, but as a rough starting point. Let's say I can pick this loader up for $250, would you consider it. It has 3 hydraulic cylinders (probably single...

http://www.auctiontime.com/OnlineAuctions/Details.aspx?OHID=7723871&lp=th. Did the owner back over an airboat at high speed? Or is it a dedicated blower for tree burning?

I have a very used L285, I downloaded a very generic workshop manual covering L185-L345, for $20, but I'm pretty disappointed with, anyone know a source for owners manual, prefer free, but cheap is OK. I've had the tractor for over a year, and uvr found some parts diagrams ect online but not...

Will the L285 pull a single bottom plow well? I would not use a 16 inch, more like 14 or 12. If rears are loaded, can this unit function as a good and solid tractor for low to moderate work loads? Are parts getting to be a difficult situation? I see a few of these units with low hours and...

Hi, I have a 1977 Kubota L285, 950 hr, that requires glow plugs to start even on an 80 degree day. I was told once that the old L series are like that. Is that normal, or is it a sign of trouble ahead.

I've got 2 beauties to look at this week. Allegedly, both these are around the same vintage. It may be difficult to have you folks evaluate these,but all things being equal, which of these units is preferable to the other? Both are 2WD, "reasonable" hours, both very solid. Neither has noteworthy...

I have a 1975 L285 with 1100 hrs. When using the PTO in high the trans.is leaking oil around the gear levers. I,m hoping to remove the top and replace o-rings. But that would be too easy. Does anybody know what I should do ? .

I have a kubota L285 with low oil pressure , removed sender, installed gauge have 7 PSI cold at 1000 rpm, 15 PSI cold at full speed. So far I have gone to a thicker grade oil 15/40, slight increase in pressure, removed pan checked sump screen, plastigaged the con rod bearings they are within...

Does anyone have an online manual for a Kubota L285. I have fuel/oil (a lot) in the crank case. I need help and advice with this problem. Kubota dealer said that it might be the lift pump. I don't know squat about diesels, your help is appreciated.

My Fire Department just aqquired a Kubota L285 and we put a blade on it to do some leveling and to do snow removal. When I put the blade down it seems there's no positive down pressure and the blade won't stay down. Without the blade and the 3 point in the lowered position, you can lift the 3...

I am trying to find any info on plumbing remote hydraulics on a Kubota L285. I only need one set of remotes to operate a v rake and want to know my simplest and least expensive route. I have been told that there is an aftermarket adapter plate that I will need to get started,but have been unable...

I have an opertunity to buy a kubota l285 (hours unknown)with a little used woods bh 7500 and loader,frame mount. The tractor seems to run ok. I am very new at this. I need this for bsmt waterproffing and a new septic system. Will this tractor do the job? The asking price is 10,000. It is 2wd. I...

I've read a few of the back posts, have a line on one that looks and runs great. Comes with a 5' bush hog and 4' box blade. Just looking for anything else to make me feel good about it. Since it's a Kubota I'm sure parts and such are still very available. It'll get light use from me. Would...

Found one in pretty good shape. Starts right up hot and cold. Everything seems to work well. Paint is just sun faded, not really any rust. Comes with a 2-3 year old 5' (Hawse if I recall) bush hog and a 4' box blade. Not sure of the hours. Price is $3000. It's a little bigger than what I...

I've recently come into possession of a Kubota L285, and not being familiar with its value, I thought I'd see what you guys thought. From what I understand, it's got a 30hp 4 cylinder, 8 speed, hi/lo, with 590 hours on the clock. It hadn't been run in about 5 or 6 years. I was skeptical as to...

Looking for some rims and tires for a Kubota L285. Any suggestions on some places to look. Also looking for a body and fenders for a L285. thanks

I just recently purchased a L285 and Im looking for some body parts...fenders and motor cover...any idea where would be a good place to start.

I was want to know if anyone could tell me anything about the kubota L285 if it's a good tractor to buy or not?

I bought my L225 several months ago and after learning a little about the older Kubotas I see they made an L285. Same tractor as mine but it has a 4 cylinder engine with 30 HP as opposed to my 3 cylinder with 24 HP. I have watched eBay for a few months and looked for hours on the net but have...

I have a 1977 Kubota L285(aka Kuby) that is great. But the 5' bucket on the loader(1200) is in really bad shape. Anyone know of aftermarket buckets available with universal brackets? Thanks

Looking for body parts for my Kubota L285. Smaal collision with tree bent the hood and dashboard.

Hello and I'm trying here cuz nobody answered me on the kubota section....I found I Kubota L 285 with a loader and box scaper and hoe for $8,500 on the coat in northern Calif.....don't know the hours but it is from 1978 and that kinda scares me.....what are your thought on this one .....loking...

We have been watching this site and enjoy some of the things you say. We are looking for information. We have 8-1/2 acres, mostly flat, and want to buy a tractor. We have found a 1978 Kubota L285 for $8,500. It has a loader, box scraper, backhoe, but the hour meter is broken and who knows how...

Local auction has L285 with loader for sale tomorrow. I dont know any specifics about this tractor any help would be appreciated. Price ?

Am looking at an L285 with 924 hours, 2WD 30 HP, rear PTO. Asking Price is 4000. I can find zero info on this tractor for pricing. Can anyone help?