JD 2210 vs. Bx 2200

[bigpete]

I don't understand the placement of the filter either. The picures above show a tractor that has not been outfitted for the loader. The attached gives a different perspective on the placement with the loader support installed. I do think that I would have to be pretty deep into the sh--tuff before I could damage it, however.

 

[Charliebrn]

While I think that the location they chose for the filter is a bad one, I think this could be fixed pretty easily. Perhaps a guard bolted on with a hinge that would allow you to replace the filter easily enough while protecting it all other times. This certainly shouldn't be a huge negative. Here at TBN, we can fix this.... /forums/images/graemlins/smile.gif

 

[Anonymous Poster]

Pete,

You are correct about the grass/weed clippings and frequency of cleaning. I have the 4010 which has a grill design similar to the 2210.

While I fire up the compressor and clean the grill, radiator and radiator screen after every use, I have not run into excessive build-up of debris.

Have fun on the new tractor.

Bob

 

[rockyridgefarm]

looks like a FEL is a MUST since the bracket protects the filter /forums/images/graemlins/grin.gif

Not that an additional protector would not be a good idea.

I have enjoyed this thread, it is very informative. Especially with the BX owners pointing out the good points on the Deere. The BX is a great machine, so it is nice to see the BXers don't feel they have to bash the Johnny come lately Deere. Good point the the second guy should get some things right

I LIKE the plastic /forums/images/graemlins/cool.gif - they don't make it like they used to its better now...

 

[SethO]

I think that in making the 2210, JD has validated Kubota's position on the need for the BX form factor.

Seth

 

[NY_Yankees_Fan]

I can just hear myself now....

Yes wife I need the FEL because it protects the fuel filter, real hazard without it you know, its a must have, not a nice thing to have, cost?? , does not matter, safety is job 1. /forums/images/graemlins/smile.gif

I like it, those JD designers most likely spend weeks and $$ doing a market survey to see where the best place for the filter is, so they can sell more FELs. Made the whole idea of getting a FEL so much easier to explain to the CFO.
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[TresCrows]

I think that is a fairly common position for the fuel bowl to be located. J

 

[Anonymous Poster]

bigpete,
Placement of the fuel filter (low on the chassis) may have something to do with the auto-bleed fuel system. Just a hunch.

I agree, unless you're really in some deep stuff that would first damage other parts of the tractor (hood, side panel), the filter should be fine.

 

[Anonymous Poster]

<font color="blue"> I agree, unless you're really in some deep stuff that would first damage other parts of the tractor (hood, side panel), the filter should be fine.
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There was one report here last summer where someone with a Kubota B27/2910 ran over a stick, which bent up and knocked off his fuel filter...if it can happen, it will...according to Mr. Murphy anyway... /forums/images/graemlins/grin.gif

 

[thcri]

Bill,

Just to let you know what I go through on a daily basis here is some reading for you.

Murphy's Law

When you got time just click and read.


Murph

 

[bigpete]

Yeah, the old "rogue stick" scenario. Many other fluid system parts, connections, and other doo-hickies are also susceptible.

Tres Crowes is right, though. I've seen fuel bowls hanging out of tractors and diesel equipment since I was a kid. I think the old equipment engineers used to dress 'low and to the right.'

I'm able to balance the convenience of being able to monitor the sediment with the exposure. If I start using my 2210 in conditions that threaten the fuel bowl, I've breached the safety threshold and need a TLB. If I were a hotdog JD salesman, I'd sell it to you as a safety feature "...when the bowl gets knocked off, you've gone too far!" /forums/images/graemlins/ooo.gif

 

[mhalla]

Cadblaster, I don't think anyone answered your question about the MMM deck size. I have my operator's manual in front of me for the 2210 mower deck and it lists two decks. One is 54 inches and the other is 62 inches. My MMM is the 62 inch size.

 

[mhalla]

<font color="blue"> 3. Gas tank location....I used to hate lugging a diesel can over my hood to fill it on my dad's big Bota. On the BX its on the fender, real easy to fill, and no worries about drips. </font>
<font color="green"> Answer: Yup', I have to lift my tank above the hood and wipe up the inevitable spill now. </font>
I too was concerned about the gas tank location on the JD. Sure looks easy to refuel the Kubota BX2200. I still went ahead with purchasing the JD 2210 and bought a spill-proof spout to attach to my Blitz fuel can.

Sure Pour® Nozzle -#33300

http://www.blitzusa.com/auto_products_spouts.html

Hopefully this spout will work to keep fuel off the tractor's hood. I haven't tried it yet but it looks like it will do the trick.

 

[Charliebrn]

Looks interesting. Let us know how it works!!!