rtv 1100

[joe496chevy]

I just bought a new RTV 1100, and looking for some input.

First off, I would like to add a radio, but the Plug they use has been hard to locate one. I could buy the kubota kit, but its $365 and the radio is only about $80. They are making some serious $$ on that kit. Also I could hard wire it but I hate to hack up the factory harness. I have a picture of the plug but I can't figure out how to post.

Second, I would like to add a snow plow. But kubota does not have any subframes left for the 1100 and according to my dealer they wont have them unti february. Anyone (dealers) have one in stock?

 

[Robert_in_NY]

If you don't mind, could you tell me how your 1100 speced out and roughly what it cost? I am hoping to buy a UTV in the spring and am building an inventory of knowledge right now so when the time comes I have a good idea what to expect.

Congrats on the new machine and I wish I could help you with your two questions but hopefully Neil can jump in and assist you some. Also, if you can fill out your profile or at least post where you are located so others know and if someone is close they might have a good idea what is available in your area to help you.

 

[Skipholiday]

Congrats on your new RTV and welcome to TBN..

Lots of rtv owners here. I am sure someone can help you out..

 

[joe496chevy]

the plug looks like this
http://i22.ebayimg.com/08/i/000/cd/58/cf78_0.JPG

 

[joe496chevy]

or this --- hopfully bigger
http://i22.ebayimg.com/08/i/000/cd/58/cf78_1_sbl.JPG

 

[MessickFarmEqu]

I just bought a new RTV 1100, and looking for some input.

First off, I would like to add a radio, but the Plug they use has been hard to locate one. I could buy the kubota kit, but its $365 and the radio is only about $80.

That radio is a sealed off-road radio. It will take dusty conditions and beating around much better than an off the shelf CD-player will. Thats not to say that others won't work, they absolutly will. An RTV is a rather tame enviroment compared to a farm tractor or excavator. While I'd agree that its not a $365 CD-player, it is probably a $225 CD-Player.

 

[joe496chevy]

Neil, please explain to my why a sealed radio is really needed in this unit? It has a cab I don't see it getting much dirt in a radio in this situation.

 

[Robert_in_NY]

Joe, I think he was just explaining why the radio cost so much not that the RTV needed the enclosed radio.

 

[mikeyd]

Cut the plug and hard wire it. $365 for a radio is nuts, I spent much less and got a am/fm/cd/ipod compatible stereo and four speakers. Sounds great.If you look at my previous post of my stereo install for my 1100 I tell which wires go where. hope this helps.

 

[TWO GUNS]

Hard wire the dern thing .....
Love Kubota, but some of their accessories prices are really embarrassing....

Like the work lights for these units, the worklite they offer are great, but the prices are crazy, they want way over $100.00 per set., when I went to the tractor supply store, got as good or better lights, more durable, and they cost me under $ 26.00 >>>>> a pair <<<<<<<

 

[Donegal_TDI]

Joe

It's really not that big a deal.
If you can get your hands on a continuity meter and a 12v test lamp, it's easy to identify the wires.

Basically, you'll most likely have the following:
1. 12+ permanent
2. 12+ only comes alive with key to on or acc
3. 12+ only comes alive with lights set to first position or on
4. 2 connections per speaker
5. ground (12-)

Once you have identified each one, label them, and remove connector to the bin.
Then you can install whatever you like.

 

[BobH]

I posted the color code here: Compact Tractor Review - RTV 1100 payback
Be careful you don't knock the wires off going to the heater control. Guess how I know? Bob

 

[mikeyd]

I posted the color code here: Compact Tractor Review - RTV 1100 payback
Be careful you don't knock the wires off going to the heater control. Guess how I know? Bob

Your not the only one, I did just that when I did the install. Good tip.

 

[66gladiator]

try this:
9 PIN CONNECTOR | All Electronics Corp - Parts, Supplies and Components

 

[joe496chevy]

Thanks 66gladiator, I got one ordered from them, I think that is exactly what I need.

 

[toy1]

I followed the directions supplied on this site and installed radios in both my RTV'S for approx 100 each and they work fine AM/FM/CD kenwoods. Used the speaker already installed behind the head liner.I have used the same radio in my other tractors and they hold up fine.