Problems with my Kubota B7800

jmdrewme · Oct 19, 2012

Hi all. Even though this is only my second post, I read and learn so much from these forums. I have a 2006 B7800 which I love dearly. The other day, the engine started cutting out as I was using it. If I stop quick enough, it will keep running. Otherwise, it would stall. My first thought was the fuel filter so I changed it. But in order to do this, I removed the side panel. It was full of oil. Upon looking at the engine, I noticed a hole blown out on the side right below the injectors! What in the world would have caused this and how pricey is it to fix? Looks like its on a square plate thats bolted on. I am a widow with not much money but I really need to get this repaired. Any help would be so greatly appreciated!! Thanks!

Baby Grand · Oct 20, 2012

Sorry to hear about your problem. Any chance you can post a picture?
There are some diagnostic/repair gurus on here who I'm sure could steer you right with a little more information.
Hang in there, help is on the way...

art · Oct 20, 2012

I would get someone with a good knowledge of tractors to look at it. If it did have a hole chances are you would have heard it making it! I'd say that the fuel filters is the reason for the power loss unless do to the loss of oil a bearing might have got spun or other type of internal damage.

Leejohn · Oct 20, 2012

What state do you live in?

jmdrewme · Oct 20, 2012

Hi all. first of all, thank you to everyone who replied. I live in Maine. I will post a picture as soon as it stops raining out-hopefully soon. I sure hope someone can help once I post the picture.

jmdrewme · Oct 20, 2012

The strange thing is, I never heard anything to let me know there was a problem!! You would think I would have. I will post a picture soon.

tractorworks · Oct 20, 2012

The plate is the throttle connection. It could have come loose? Look at the throttle linkage coming thru the fire wall for what might be connected on the end. It may be as simple as bolting it back together.

Leejohn · Oct 20, 2012

I also looked today and it's like tractorworks said. I'll look at my parts manual and see what all is under it.

jmdrewme · Oct 21, 2012

Hi again- attached are the pictures of the hole in my kubota. I sure hope its an easy fix but I doubt it. Any help would be appreciated. Thanks in advance!