Battery

[Threepoint]

I have a drop cord at each tractor to power a small battery conditioner on all of my farm vehicles. I seldom have any issue with a battery and they crank over fast for good starts when cold.

Agree with this, regardless of battery brand. :thumbsup: I try to keep a small, "smart" battery maintainer plugged into each of my tractors when not in use for more than a few days. Also, 24/7 on the small "motocross-style" battery of and electric-start standby generator. With today's solid-state circuitry, they're pretty fail-safe.

For the last five years, I've been using the so-called "deluxe" model from HF. Never a slow start or a failure of a charger or battery. 12 Volt Deluxe Battery Maintainer and Float Charger Before that I used the more basic model with only the alligator-style clamps. They're fine as well, but being able to permanently mount a connector lead to the battery terminals and then just plug in is real convenient.

 

[eddieirvine]

well thanks guys for the tips on batteries and where to get them, Now for my next question another engineer needs his *** kicked! what is the best way to get the battery out of my L3940 bracket right in the middle for side grill and head lights. Nice job Kubota!!

 

[eddieirvine]

i realize that, loaded question? just asking what others have used in there Tractor, some batteries i have found don't like the rough ride! I did not ask where to buy a battery i know where they are sold, just asked what others have had good luck with COM DOWN DIGGIN

 

[sixdogs]

well thanks guys for the tips on batteries and where to get them, Now for my next question another engineer needs his *** kicked! what is the best way to get the battery out of my L3940 bracket right in the middle for side grill and head lights. Nice job Kubota!!

I don't specifically know this model but I do know the dread I felt when I looked into removing the battery on my L4300. It looked like I would have to dismantle the tractor and I started blaming Kubota.

Well, I looked at an exploded parts list form Messick's first and then searched the Internet and YouTube for solutions from others to this problem. Turns out the battery removal was way easier than expected by removing a small bracket. Kubota had already thought it through and solved the problem. What I thought was a two hour job was a 15 minute one mostly because I had to go back for the beer.

Bottom line, keep searching on line for the actual experiences of other and see if there isn't an easier way already out there. Can't hurt.

 

[mguitas]

I get my battery from western auto, they had the same size battery, an it was a reverse polarity on the battery.

 

[fried1765]

I get my battery from western auto, they had the same size battery, an it was a reverse polarity on the battery.

I had no idea that Western Auto was still round.
They have been gone for my area for 40+ years.

 

[eddieirvine]

so what did you take off the bracket for bottom guard shield and headlight bracket?

 

[sixdogs]

so what did you take off the bracket for bottom guard shield and headlight bracket?

Assuming you mean on my L4300, I can't remember exactly but I think it was the bracket that runs from the top to the bottom behind the grille. I may have only just loosened things up to gain a little more access and not removed anything. You have to look at the installation, look at the parts picture and then search the internet for others that did it. We have different models but the thinking is the same. Hope this helps.

EDIT--Am remembering more. I don't think it was the bracket, I think it was part of the grill or grill shell. Again, mine is different from yours.

 

[Industrial Toys]

I have never had an issue trickle charging batteries a couple of times over winter. In fact, I'm not so sure that charging them continuously, no matter the gentle charge, won't do more harm than good. But that's just a thought. If you have equipment that will kill a battery over time, it's a different matter.

 

[Xfaxman]

A good site for info: Basic to Advanced Battery Information from Battery University

 

[mguitas]

I had no idea that Western Auto was still round.
They have been gone for my area for 40+ years.

It is not a really big place, a lot of people would just call the place Moyers for short. That's were I get my Amsoil at.

 

[Industrial Toys]

The VAST majority of battery information out there, is always by someone selling something.

Something I was thinking about regarding mass market batteries.

There must be varying strategies as far as how long to make a battery last for a good reputation and not making it so good that it hurts sales. Surely the trend is moving to the latter. In fact, I'm sure companies would rather put their money into successful marketing campagnes than to build a better battery.

 

[eddieirvine]

where can i find this diagram of bracket? mine is the same way, but like you said mnot bsd, mine to has the bracket built around the battery

 

[sixdogs]

where can i find this diagram of bracket? mine is the same way, but like you said mnot bsd, mine to has the bracket built around the battery

Assuming you're addressing that to me, you need to go to a Kubota site that will show you an exploded parts list. This should be the start point and you type in your model number.

Kubota Parts | Buy Online & Save

It will show you the list of parts after you pick your model variation and when you enter your email will show you the exploded parts picture. Very easy.


This might be a closer look. Kubota L394DT-3 (Dual Traction 4wd / Rops / 2) Parts Diagrams
Add your email and I might have the part. Your part is in the "bonnet" or hood category and you have to hunt and park for the right part.

 

[man00]

Old thread but Kubota local was cheaper than Walmart for me

 

[ultrarunner]

I see Lowes advertises Deka batteries which is the brand my BX23 came with and still going strong.

 

[bugstruck]

I'd buy Kubota factory battery if they were available but apparently not. Original in my L 3130 still fires it up fine. Since fall of 2004. Never had another battery make half that lifespan.