Joined the Kubota F-club

[oldballs]

I've never seen one in the real....nor have I used a zero turn. How's your "F" compare to a zero turn....just wondering?

Cheers,
Mike

 

[tlj87]

I've never seen one in the real....nor have I used a zero turn. How's your "F" compare to a zero turn....just wondering?

Cheers,
Mike

It all depends on your application. The F is going to give you better comfort, stability and traction and sacrifice some maneuverability over a zero turn. The closest zero-turn comparable to the F series Kubota would be a front-mount zero turn, such as a Grasshopper. I did try a Grasshopper 721D2 with a 61" mower, but was looking for a wider cut, a little more traction and more power. That's how I ended up with an F.

 

[Fixastuff]

I want one of those now

 

[Hay Dude]

Well, the F-3680 saga has so far, been a an “F” (letter grade A—F).

I got the machine 4 weeks ago, equipped with a new 72” commercial deck ready to cut, but within 5 minutes, it began to have hydraulic issues.
Immediately loaded it up and took it back to dealer. It’s been there almost 4 weeks. They split the tractor and repaired the PTO. I’ve been so busy, I haven’t had time to chat with the tech. The reason it has taken so long is they are NOT charging me for the repairs (north of $4,000) and so I think they are chipping away at it when time allows. I can’t prove it, but that’s my gut instinct.
I feel unlucky on this equipment purchase, but lucky they will cover the repair and lucky I didn’t sell my ZD331 which has served me very well.
They are threatening to finish the repairs this Tuesday or Wednesday. Then maybe I will be able to use it 12-15 cuts this year instead of the 20+ cuts I had hoped for.
Maybe when it’s back and useable for a few months, I can change the letter grade to a “D” or “C”?

 

[Hay Dude]

It all depends on your application. The F is going to give you better comfort, stability and traction and sacrifice some maneuverability over a zero turn. The closest zero-turn comparable to the F series Kubota would be a front-mount zero turn, such as a Grasshopper. I did try a Grasshopper 721D2 with a 61" mower, but was looking for a wider cut, a little more traction and more power. That's how I ended up with an F.

I’m really curious about the traction and the overall ride quality. I mowed with mine for about 5 minutes and the cut was impressive, but it felt so much different to steer than a zero turn

 

[tlj87]

Well, the F-3680 saga has so far, been a an “F” (letter grade A—F).

I got the machine 4 weeks ago, equipped with a new 72” commercial deck ready to cut, but within 5 minutes, it began to have hydraulic issues.
Immediately loaded it up and took it back to dealer. It’s been there almost 4 weeks. They split the tractor and repaired the PTO. I’ve been so busy, I haven’t had time to chat with the tech. The reason it has taken so long is they are NOT charging me for the repairs (north of $4,000) and so I think they are chipping away at it when time allows. I can’t prove it, but that’s my gut instinct.
I feel unlucky on this equipment purchase, but lucky they will cover the repair and lucky I didn’t sell my ZD331 which has served me very well.
They are threatening to finish the repairs this Tuesday or Wednesday. Then maybe I will be able to use it 12-15 cuts this year instead of the 20+ cuts I had hoped for.
Maybe when it’s back and useable for a few months, I can change the letter grade to a “D” or “C”?

That’s a major bummer! Very good that the dealer is working with you on the repairs. I think you’ll really like the machine when it’s fully operational. They definitely fill a niche.

 

[Hay Dude]

That’s a major bummer! Very good that the dealer is working with you on the repairs. I think you’ll really like the machine when it’s fully operational. They definitely fill a niche.

Fingers crossed, but full disclosure- usually once a machine is split, I don’t trust it as much. Many parts need specific torque specs and factory assembly procedures. Nobody will be able to verify that was done.

 

[fried1765]

Fingers crossed, but full disclosure- usually once a machine is split, I don’t trust it as much. Many parts need specific torque specs and factory assembly procedures. Nobody will be able to verify that was done.

Maybe sell dat muther just prior to the beginning of the season.... next year?

 

[Hay Dude]

Maybe sell dat muther just prior to the beginning of the season.... next year?

Sure would be a bitter pill. I looked high and low for one this clean and low houred

 

[tlj87]

Sure would be a bitter pill. I looked high and low for one this clean and low houred

Won’t the dealer warranty their work? Like, if the same part/assembly broke a year after they fixed it… ???