Grading Kubota front mount blade question

[afoster]

I have an L3010 with a LA482 loader with a joystick control. I'm considering purchasing the Kubota L2172A (72" front mount blade. I was wondering if anyone has any experience with this blade specifically what quick-hitch and bracket/brace support kit I require for this blade to fit on this model tractor with this FEL. I've seen several parts numbers for these parts but with no explanation to which one works with this tractor and FEL.
The other question is? I realize that I have to dismount the loader arms and bucket to use this blade. But do I have to take the front FEL frame mount off the tractor to be able to install the quick-hitch support bracket. The dealer has had no experience with this so I'm asking here.

Thanks

 

[Ob1kubota]

The only guy I know that can answer this is Service Department Vic on Orangetractortalks.com hit that forum when you get a chance.

 

[PHILIP8N]

On the Grand L series you can leave the loader frame work in place while using the sub frame and blade. You can see this detail on their literature. This is my L3940 with 84" blade. Sub frame quick hitch is L2180-1 and blade is L2184. I can send installation manuals if that would be helpful. Philip.