Kubota L345 Discussions

Here are the most recent L345 topics from our community.
  1. B

    L345DT 1982 hydraulic problem

    I have a hydraulic problem with my 1982 L345 DT. The pump is almost no longer building pressure, and is no longer available anywhere. Is there a way to replace the hydraulic system with a 12 Volt...
  2. G

    L345DT red lights out

    I picked up a L345DT recently. It looks like it has lived outside. No surprise that it had a mouse condo under the instrument panel so I pulled the 4 screws and pulled out the majority of it and...
  3. G

    kubota l345dt 4x4

    When I first start my kubota 4x4 l345dt and tilt the bucket straight down as to unload the bucket I can lift the front end off the ground about 1 ft. or more without a problem but if I try...
  4. Branson Bob

    Advice for 1980 Kubota L345

    Hello Kubotans. I recently bought this tractor at auction and will receive delivery of it this weekend. I wanted to ask the community for any advice they have for me. I bought a brand new Branson...
  5. M

    L345DT rebuild wiring harness

    I've been blessed with destroyed wiring in my L345 which was in storage for longer than planned. Kubota no longer has the harness avail and the service manual doesn't indicate the gauge for the...
  6. H

    Kubota l345dt hydraulic problem.

    Hey everyone. How yall doing. I hope good. I need some help. I got 2 problems. I got a L345DT with a FEL. 1st problem: My FEL and my 3pt lift just stop working. Here's what happen. I let my...
  7. M

    Alternatives to factory steering componenets on an older machine? - L345DT

    Sloppy steering, In need of tie rod ends and drag link ends for my L345dt. Factory parts are way overpriced and wondering if there is an alternative in aftermarket. I would need LandR tie rods...
  8. T

    Value of "rough looking" but "solid working" Kubota L345 4wd with loader

    Value of "rough looking" but "solid working" Kubota L345 4wd with loader I'm looking at a listing for a Kubota L345 4wd with loader. Owner is asking $5000 "firm". It's kinda rough looking, tach...
  9. C

    3-Point Hitch Air in hydraulic line kubota L345

    I removed a rear hydraulic control unit from my kubota L345 and put a hose connecting the two ports where the unit was connected to the hydraulic pump on the tractor. This worked fine for a while...
  10. C

    3-Point Hitch Air in hydraulic line kubota L345

    I removed a rear hydraulic control unit from my Kubota L345 and put a hose connecting the two ports where the unit was connected to the hydraulic pump on the tractor. This worked fine for a while...
  11. P

    L345DT clutch and steering

    Hello everyone, I have a Kubota L345DT. The problems are, there is hydraulic fluid coming out the bottom of the steering wheel, I知 assuming there痴 some oring in the steering tube I need to...
  12. A

    Kubota L345dt Axel oil seal replacement...help!

    I need to change the oil seal where the bevel gear case meets the axle case. I have everything taken apart but I can't get the axle case off so I can change the seal. I found this thread but the...
  13. J

    Kubota L345DT Hydraulic pump

    My hydraulic pump is only putting out 800 PSI when loaded. I can't find a pump anywhere and I've searched the net trying to find used or salvaged parts with no luck. The pump has a power streering...
  14. Y

    New member trying to resurrect a kubota L185 & L345

    The L185 sat in the woods for roughly 12 years it's up and running maybe not the best at times but now the steering is broke, the l345 sat up for 8 years and the crankcase was filled with water...
  15. D

    Salvaging a L345dt / 1720 loader

    I saved a l345dt with the 1720 loader from a certain wasteful death. I now have the tractor inside my shop , the previous owner removed the engine and did a partial tear down because of a stuck...
  16. rbargeron

    L345 power steering box leaking

    My L345's power steering box has developed a fluid leak. It leaks at the bottom front cover, directly into the top of the clutch housing, dripping out the housing's bottom weep hole. It leaks...
  17. M

    L345DT Electrical problems

    Hi all, I have an older L345DT that is giving me fits - nothing electrical is working. Oil lights wont come on, flashers wont come on, head lights wont come on, never mind trying to start it...
  18. K

    Dirt Moving loader hydraulic pump..mods Kubota L345DT 1980 model

    does anyone have a fix for the front hydraulic pump ........the spline on the " chain coupling half" is striped....I welded it to the nut that holds the pulley to the...
  19. T

    seeking end drag link Kubota L345DT

    I have a 1985 Kubota L345DT, I need a end drag link. Mine snapped. Part code 35350-4391-1. Anyone know where I can find one?:mur:
  20. K

    Front-End Loader change loader to internal hydraulic.....old L345DT..........slow operating.....

    just changed the fluid from 80 weight to "trans and hydraulics " fluid.........still very slow operating..........any tips........
  21. J

    L345DT hyraulic problem

    I bought my first tractor it's a 1982 L345DT with a L1720 FEL. When I first bought it the hydraulics didnt work at all but I found that the discharge of the pump was plugged with black sludge...
  22. J

    R&R clutch in kubota L345 4x4 tractor

    I am new to this forum but would like to know if anyone has replaced a clutch system on the L345 4x4? I all so have to replace the fork in the pto is this going to be a major job when I break...
  23. vsredneck

    Kubota Early Model L345DT - Frost Plug Block Heater will not work!!!!

    I have always wanted to install a frost-plug block heater in my 1982 Kubota L345DT, engine model V1501-DA. This engine was manufactured before Kubota started manufacturing engines with a threaded...
  24. A

    Kubota L345

    Am going to look at a 1979 Kubota L345 with 1400 hours tomorrow......To the members here who own this model......Anything I should look for, are parts easy to get and what are they like for cold...
  25. C

    3-Point Hitch PTO problem with Kubota L345

    I was bush-hogging and hit a stump. Instead of the shear pin on the mower breaking, something stopped the pto shaft from turning. I can turn it by hand and feel no kind of resistance. Initially...
  26. S

    Loader Loader for L345..?

    Can anyone tell me what loaders will fit the L345?
  27. C

    L345 Wiring Problem

    A few weeks ago I described a problem I had with rats destroying my wiring and instrument light sockets on my L345. Since I bought this tractor used I didn't know until I began the rewiring that...
  28. C

    L345 Hydraulic Leak

    Well just brought home a L345 the other day. Didn't notice any sizeable leaks when I bought it. Ran it for about an hour and noticed a little leak at the front axle. Now big deal. However, parked...
  29. C

    Rats ate wiring on L345

    Over the winter my kubota L345's wiring was attacked by rats. Naturally, the wiring harness I need that includes the instrument panel guages and lights is no longer available. I have contacted...
  30. C

    1986 kubota L345dt no start

    replaced starter both red lights on dash work!! glow plugs work!! can start by jumping between small starter wire an large 12v wire?
  31. H

    I HAVE A`` L345 DT KUBOTA``.(.WATER IN THE HYDROLICS SYSTEM).

    IT IS THE THIRTH TIME I CHANGE OIL..FLUSH THE PIPES..THE OIL IS STILL WHITE-GREEN.....I CHECK OIL FILTER (IT IS ONLY A METAL FILTER WHITH VERY SMALLS HOLES)DURING THE WINTER IT COME ALL FREEZE...
  32. R

    Kubota l345 stalling problem

    While bushhogging over the past several weeks, my tractor would stall and not start for several minutes. This would happen after at least an hour operating the machine. The fuel level would be...
  33. R

    Kubota L345dt starting and hour/rpm gauge

    Bought this old machine a year ago when we moved to a small farm. Two things I'd like to get input from you all. First, the hour meter reads 1500+ hours and the gauge seems to work (needle moves...
  34. C

    Kubota L345 Blown Oil Plug

    These pictures show a plug that blew out of the block from just behind the hydraulic filter on my Kubota L345. Oil spewed from the hole. I had noticed the plug partly protruding the day before and...
  35. C

    Kubota L345 DT

    I am hoping someone will be able to provide the tyre pressures for an L345 DT.
  36. H

    Need some info on a L345

    I bought a 86 Kubota L345DT 4x4 about 3 months ago. I'm having a couple issues with it. My clutch is not disengaging/engaging like it should. When pressing in the clutch and the brakes, the...
  37. C

    Kubota L345 Clutch Adjustment

    My PTO will shift OK without mower attached, but will just grind gears with mower attached. Can this be corrected by adjustment of the clutch and, if so, any advice for quick and easy adjustment.
  38. C

    3-Point Hitch L345 3PH Control Lever

    Thanks to some great help on a prior problem I am hoping for more. The control lever on my L345 works fine as long as I hold it in an up position, but when I release it the lever falls on its own...
  39. R

    Kubota L345dt with Kubota snowplow

    I recently bought a 1982 vintage Kubota with a snowplow. I want to take the plow off for the summer but am uncertain what to do with the hose connections to the tractor under the seat. I am told...
  40. J

    Kubota L345DT -looking for front end loader shaft

    Hi Everyone, Does anyone have or know where I can find the part referenced in the title line (Kubota L345DT front-end loader shaft assembly)? Please respond if you do. I am not looking to...
  41. K

    L345DT fuel leak

    We have an older L345DT at work (probably late 70's or early 80's) and we started having some starting issues after we replaced the fuel filter. We believe that the problem was air in the line ...
  42. C

    Oil & Fuel Cleaning fuel tank on Kubota L345

    Is there any way to flush or remove crud from fuel tank without completely removing the tank?
  43. C

    Oil & Fuel Kubota L345 Transmission fluid

    Manual for kubota L345 says transmission fluid should flow freely from check plug, but does not show where the plug is located. There is a small plug on left side below gear shift. Is the check plug?
  44. L

    Price Check Fair price for a 1980 Kubota L345dt with loader

    Hi, I am trying to find out what a fair price would be for a 1980 Kubota L345dt (4wd) with a six foot loader. I have replaced both front wheel drives and both hyd. pumps less than a 150 hrs. ago...
  45. G

    L345DT PTO

    Heh Guys; I'm new to forum. I have a problem with my tractor. Had trans re-built by dealer. My PTO will not engage when clutch pushed down. If I stop engine, engage the low PTO, start tractor PTO...
  46. C

    Price Check kubota L345 wats it worth

    i can buy a 1984-85 kubota L 345 its got fel n 4x4 its has 2400hrs on it its really nice shape what would one expect to pay for one
  47. K

    Kubota L345DT Front axle oil

    Hello! My name is Klaus and I live in Austria, Styria. I have a L345DT tractor. My problem is, i don't know how much oil must be in the front axle differential case (total) and in the front axle...
  48. Scotty Dive

    L345 with loader Value

    Anyone have an idea of the value of a Kubota L345 4X4 with loader and ~1700 hours?
  49. kpmengr

    L345DT with trans problem

    Would love to have a tractor but dont have the cash for something nice. I came across an ad and the owner says "2nd gear is bad". He wants $4500 including a L1720 loader. Dont know the hours...
  50. NJDonzi

    L345DT Transmission Question

    I have not yet found an owners service manual yet and had a few questions on the transmission in my machine. 1. How full should the trans be? I assume there is a side plug you can remove and fill...
  51. rbargeron

    Front-End Loader New Kubota Loader on my old L345DT

    My first L345DT had the model 1720 loader. It was made in the U.S. I always thought it was too big & heavy for the tractor. It's length put the load way out - steering was hard. It wasn't...
  52. F

    L345DT hydraulics issue

    Hi all, I am calling in from sunny Wales where Kubota L345DT's are a bit thin on the ground and before I start I am sorry if my terminology is rubbish! I have a hydraulics problem. My 3 point...
  53. D

    steering parts for Kubota L345

    I'm looking for either a complete steering box (power steering) or the steering shaft and steering ball assembly for a Kubota L345. Any replys will be helpful.
  54. C

    L345DT Block heater

    My l345DT came from Texas so it looks like this will be her first winter. We usually get a week or 2 of 0* weather and a couple cold days of -15*. I have seen freeze plug variety and the stick...
  55. C

    Looking for WSM L345DT

    I bought a work shop manual (WSM) for my L345DT. It is about 170 pages and only covers clutch replacement, steering, and scheduled maintenace. I want a much more in depth manual. I have found...
  56. rbargeron

    Looking for L345DT or L355DT

    I would like to find a decent Kubota L345DT or L355DT for sale - an original 1720 loader would be a plus. Any leads would be appreciated. Thanks, Dick B
  57. G

    Price Check Kubota L345DT Pricing

    What would be a fair price for a 1983 Kubota L345Dt tractor with loader (no welds) 1750hrs. four wheel drive is good, sheet metal is good, it had new clutch about 120hrs ago. It does not appear to...
  58. N

    Hydraulic Coupler Assembly for L305 and L345

    Okay, I got a "Grab Bag of Kubota Parts" off ebay and it is basically 3 Hydraulic remotes for an L305 or L345. I bought these thinking I could use them on my L4200, but they are not stand...
  59. D

    L345DT w/ Loader and 5' brush hog

    L345DT w/ Loader and 5\' brush hog I am looking for pricing info and prior owners thoughts on a used 345DT being sold in NH. The dealer selling the machine has a very good reputation; however...
  60. D

    Mowing L345 mower and cab

    I'm looking for a belly mower for my L345. Woods did make a model L306K24 for it. Any suggestions? Also is there any after market cabs for these? Kubota says they didn't make one. Also The center...
  61. C

    Kubota L345DT

    My tractor does not go when clutch is engaged. It was working yesterday just fine. I went out to use it today and it started just fine, the hydraulics work just fine, but the tractor won't move.
  62. F

    L345DT and Front End loader

    Hi from a Newbie. I have just bought a Kubota L345DT in the Uk and the tractor does not come with a front end loader. Unfortunately Kubota never imported their loader (US manufactured) so the...
  63. J

    L345DT Alternator questions

    Am helping a friend work on her Kubota L345DT tractor. The alternator isn't charging, we have no service manual. I need to know the electrical configuration of the regulator so as to be able to...
  64. BillG_in_TX

    No 3ph Lift on Kubota L345

    Help! I got down to the in-laws to pick up the tractor and head up to the ridge, and found that the rubber pipe on the hydraulic line just behinfd the filter had split and all the hydraulic fluid...
  65. A

    L345

    I can't seem to find any info on this Kubota model after substantial effort / time invested. About to buy L345-115XX and it has equip = box blade, 6' (TSC) field mower, posthole digger. Can...
  66. billboe

    L345 2WD TLB

    Ok... I gave up on the L2850 (thanks for the advice!) and now there is this L345 coming up for auction. It looks rough (stored outside; seats all gone, etc.) but everything seems to work and it...
  67. C

    Tires L345DT tires

    I want to change from turf tires to farm tires on my L345DT. Does anyone know what farm tire sizes will fit? Are there any optional tire sizes?
  68. A

    Price Check L345DT pricing

    found an 84 L345DT,700 hours,front loader,box scraper,front mounted snow blower,wheel weights and chains. is $11,000 a good price
  69. A

    Price Check L345DT pricing

    found an 84 L345DT ,700 hours,front loader,box scraper,front mounted snow blower, weights and chains. is 11,000 a good price ?
  70. A

    L345DT diesel fuel in oil

    I have a L345DT that was leaking oil from behind the alternator. In my trouble shooting I pulled out the dip stick and a oil/diesel mixture sprayed out. It was over full by around 2 gallons. How...
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