As some of you know I posted a concern with the lack of power when grading with my new L4330 right after taking delivery. At 27 hours I have decided to trade it back to the dealer for a new in the...

Ok guys before you look at these I am not posting these to start any arguments or whatnot about any particular brand of tractor. I am just posting these pics so take them as you will. Most of...

I think I have a great idea for a Saturday night ESPN show! The Stock Tractor Challenge! Events could include, pushing, pulling, Loader weight carry etc...... I think everybody on this forum...

My L5030HSTC has about 400 hours on its latest set of R-4 tires which has left the front ones completely bald while the rears just lost their whiskers. I drive a lot of road miles in the winter...

I have a problem with the power steering on my L5030. Unless I constantly turn the steering wheel, the wheels drift back to straight ahead, or almost straight. The steering shaft does turn from...

Hello Everyone...I'm new here, this is my first post. I've been reading and researching on this site for several months now, and am impressed with the depth of experience and knowledge. I'm...

Seems I have gone full circle in looking at and comparing tractors. I started out looking at the kioti and mahindra then decided to buy a kubota, now reconsidering. I liked the mahindra 4110 but...

Well, we took the plunge! We will be driving to Bangor Maine to pick up an L5030 HSTC with 400 hrs on it this Friday. Dealt with Mike of Dorr's Equipment. We initially looked at this tractor in...

I purchased it a week ago and hooked it up that day and waited for the weekend to give it its first workout. It seems perfect size for my Tractor and I didn't want the "I wish i went bigger"...

Been doing lots of work on slopes lately...digging out a dirt stock tank. Decided that everybody says to widen front end stance just make sure tires/rims are set so they dish "out, not in." Might...

I'm looking for ideas to try a fix. I used the tractor for a couple of hours with a drag disk turning over the ground with no problems. All was working dandy until symptoms developed suddenly...

OK you guys help me out here. The decision's been made on the model. It will be my first tractor purchase and I'm just not quite sure how to approach the dealers. I've been quoted by two and from...

I am going to buy yet another tractor and while looking at the L3240 then L3940 and L4240 open station tractors I found a 2003 L5030 HST with a cab, FEL and rear remote. I am interested in the...

Since I was not shy at all about posting any issues I had with my L5030HSTC, I thought I'd give a brief synopsis of 2 years of ownership. You know, after I've actually had this particular tractor...

After many weeks of looking and research here on TBN I signed on the dotted line. June 25th is the big Delivery Day. Here's what I signed for, Kubota L5030HST, R4, 4WD LA853 FEL w/ Quick Disc...

I presently own a L5030 and it seems I'm always pushing the limits of its abilities. I use my L5030 for mowing grass, blowing leaves, plowing snow, logging (winch & loader grapple) and misc small...

Today I was burning three large brush and using my grapple on the front and landscape rake on the rear. I though i heard a funny noise but everything was fine. About 30 minutes later I got off the...

This is follow-up on a thread in the Kubota forum which when I initially posted I was planning on a Kubota but after some additional research I have started to seriously consider a JD so have...

This is just too obvious. I also think I've seen pictures of this home-made grapple here at TBN before. Is someone using pictures of one of our member's tractors? Ebay link

I'm curious about what the consensus here is regarding the prices for these two tractors (I still am struggling to decide between the two, but that is the subject for another post). I have quotes...

Well I made my choice and I want to thank everyone. Now I won't have to post any questions in the buying forum for a while. I decided to get the L5030hst 4wd with loaded R4's, LA853 FEL, 4 way...

I'm thinking about buying a L5030 with a cab. I'm concerned that it might not cool enough. I'm in Georgia where it get real hot and real humid. The specs say it has a "temperature differential"...

I was looking around TBN and found that some of the members have some really nice front remote setups. Skypup has a really nice ergonomic handle to control a grapple on his. (I was looking at the...

Okay, I think I've narrowed all my choices down to the L4330 or L5030 with GST. I tried out the HST and GST models this morning and really like the GST better for my primary useage. The L4330...

TBN group, last night I was idling along on the tractor when it suddenly belched a bunch of black smoke out the exhaust, then the engine coasted down in power till it died. Battery light was only...

Has anyone compared these two tractors closely? Their hydraulic specs are almost identical as far as gpm and capacity, making me think loader operations would be the same, but the 5030 does have a...

I've rented the TC35D, and it gets the job done but not efficiently, and makes me smack my head sometimes. I need something relatively the same size to fit on my roads in the woods, I have some...

First post here. Thank you for hearing me out. My friends owns a L5030 that's out in the field right now.. I'm looking for some basic knowledge / info on this tractor before I head out there to...

Pic from this past weekend...

I was all set to go with the HST. Took the wife to drive it. She didn't like the jerkiness of the HST (a lot due to not being used to the pedal, I'm sure). Plus I am wondering about loss of power...

Hello all! This is my first time posting on the site although I have been lurking for the past several months since I bought some property and starting looking at tractors. We have a little shy...

been lurking long enough - it's time to buy that tractor! i am pricing out L5030s (cab) in NH. here's what i'm looking for: - Kubota L5030 HSTC (with cab), AMXR8860A 9.5x16, AMXR 8857 14.9x26 R1...

Have been looking for a 5030 for a couple of years, found a 2009 with 1030hrs that looks almost as new. Has been used exclusively on private property without road salt, so no rust. Spec...

After looking through stacks of information on the three tractors, I am finding myself more unsure as to which tractor may be best for me. I want to put a FEL on it and plan on doing a fair...

I am new to utility tractors and to this site. Recently bought 32 acres of which about 20 will be used for horses/pastures. Land needs a lot of work - clearing of trees, minor regrading, some...

In need of some general information. My friend is looking at a Kubota L5030 with a hydrostatic transmission. A dealer has it on the lot for $9000 and I have not seen it yet. It has 2400 hours and...

I was on the phone with one of our local dealers trying to get a price quote on a Kubota L4330HST with front loader (LA853FL), which he gave me, $23,160. He also quoted me on a L5030HST with...

Hi I have a L5030HST that started leaking what appears to by UDT fluid from the front driveshaft cover joint, where it overlaps itself and from the weep hole located at or just behind the clutch...

I have had a L5030 for about three weeks now. Today I tryed to change the three point lift drop rate. I could not rotate the knob at the front of the seat by hand. I was able to turn it maybe 10...

I do a lot of snow removal with my L5030, however, I have been having a problem with the joystick freezing up at night or at times just shutting down for a couple of hours. If I start the...

Afternoon, looking at a well maintained L5030 HST at a local dealer that has a considerable amount of hours on it, 2600 hrs. The unit is in better shape than most 1000 hour units I've looked at...

I currently have an L3710 HST and could use a little more hp and a cab. I was going to put an aftermarket cab on it and have decided to look into upgrading to a higher hp model with cab. I have...

I have been reading for a few months now on these forums, and am strongly leaning towards the L5030. I need to buy before the end of October. Any suggestions or comments about this or similar...

My new to me 2004 Kubota L5030 HST. It’s in nice shape for the year with only 785 hours when bought. I’m at about 808 now. I’ve been mowing with rotary cutter and now moving a bunch of sandy loam...

I was ready to buy a Kubota with a cab and then found out John Deere has the 4720 in a cab. The dealer (sells both) recommended the Kubota (less $). My question is the cab. John Deere claims a...

Does anybody know if Pat's Easy Change will fit on a 2004 Kubota Grand L5030?:confused:

I've been away from TBN for awhile - too many projects! My L3710 just doesn't have the loader power I need these days and when I bought up the subject with the COE (Chief Of Everything - and she...

Here is a price I got last week on a new Grand L5030 HST with R-4 tires and no loader. What do you guys think? $22,050.00

HELP, just traveling back through the woods to do a little backhoe work and my L5030 died and won't start back up (or even turn over). No wierd noises or anything that makes me think something is...

I have an opportunity to trade my L3130 with 900 hrs for a 2002? L5030 with 1500 hrs. Mine is a glide shift and the L5030 is hst. My father is the owner of the bigger tractor and is going to trade...

I have a L5030 with a LA853 FEL. The left side at my bucket is about 1-1/2" lower than the right side. Tire pressures are fine, I actually measured all 4 wheels at the center of their respective...

Hi Experts, Wanting to gut check a potential tractor buy. Looking at a 2003 L5030 GST with 900hrs, comes with FEL and curtis cab, and has a set of rear remotes. It's immaculate, has full service...

I have a L5030 with around 2500 hours on it. I have owned it for 5 years now. We tried to use a bush hog on it and it wont even pull a 6 ft one. Carried it to the dealer and he put it on the...

First off, let me introduce myself here. I'm getting ready to purchase a tractor for my new property and I have been looking quite heavily. I have 15 acres with some wet areas so 4wd is a must...

I am trying to make a final decision about one or the other of these used tractors - both with about 150 hours - both in excellent condition as far as I can tell. They are also similar in...

Has anyone installed a W. R. Long Rocker switch valve kit on a L5030. If so was the kit complete and the instructions clear or did you have the dealer install it. I am looking for one for my...

About four days ago I parked my tractor and yesterday I went to start it and it would not start. There was no clicking, no attempt to turn over no nothing. Everything else is working fine. All...

Got a factory T&T kit with a new L5030 and a box blade. The cylinder side of the 3 pt arm goes about 5 degrees down (below level) at full tilt. When tilting the other direction (lifting the...

Hey Guys: I've been toying with the idea of moving from blue to orange, and got the following quote. Not know much about orange pricing, I was hoping you guys might help me "grade" the pricing...

My battery is slowly wearing out. I looked under the hood and I see that the air cleaner has to be removed and the breaker bracket needs to be bent out of the way and then it might just have...

Found one for sale around here for $6500...has 2750 hours,high floatation turf tires,HST,2 hydraulic ports,seller states he now lives in a condo and has nowhere to store it.Says he bought it new...

I am looking at an L5030 with an LA853 loader, lQuick Coupler, and 72" bucket with loaded ag tires. Very similiar, I think to what DieselJay asked about last week, but without so many bells and...

My L5030 rear 3-pt will not drop unless I put (my fat-***) a lot of weight on it. Even at 220lbs I have to jump on it. Things I have looked at: r removed top hydraulic valving and inspected the...

One day last week my tractor wouldn't start. It cranks and begins to run, then dies after one or two seconds. With the stop solenoid removed, it starts fine. I tested the solenoid outside the...

Hello again, I am still agonizing over a tractor choice. This has been a two month obsession. For some background I have recently purchased 80 acres of timber and CRP. Around the house I will...

Ok... well, I learned something, thought I'd pass it on. Tractor was running purrrrfectly dandy but I knew the low fuel light was on. It was also leaking slowly at the fuel filter... bad O ring...

Well after months of looking and thinking my future father-in-law finally decided on a tractor. We have been looking for something that is 45+hp with cab and loader. He is new to the tractor world...

Hey All, I've been looking for about 6 months and have found an M5700 with Cab, and Loader, and an L5030 HST with Cab and Loader. They both have ~500 hours and are similar in price ~23K, the...

Hello all, I'm new to this forum and would really appreciate some expert opinions. I just got done changing the transmission/hydraulic fluid oil at 400hrs in my L5030GST, and noticed afterward...

Does anyone have any tips on how to increase the A/C cooling? I have cleaned all of the cooling fins and screens. Do the freon kits they sell at Wally-World and elsewhere to add freon do any good...

I took delivery of my new L5030HST a few days ago. Thanks for all of the great advice given here. I am very new to the tractor world and learned an awful lot here. Way more to learn. Here is...

I just got a WR Long grapple with the Long Electric/Hydraulic valve kit. Any suggestions on where to get power for the valve that will hot only when switch is in on position? I do not have a...

Hello everyone. This is my fiirst post here after observing for over 3 years. I currently own a BX-22 TLB and a RTV900. Since buying the BX we have moved from 3 acres to 50 acres. Of course now...

I am brand new to this disscussion group but have read alot of good advice here! I was wondering if anybody knew the difference between the LA853 loader and the new one LA854 for the L5030. I...

Went with a cab with heat and AC this time. Will be nice for the cold weather. And it fits through an 8’ high door nicely.

My HST 5030 has got me vexed. I hauled hay (round bales) last week and when I parked it all was well. Monday night I started it, warmed it up for 5 minutes, increased engine rpm to 2000, and...

Just for folks reference, at about 2000 hours my heater fan gave out. Pulled the cab roof off and popped the fan out. Brushes worn out and the copper leads ran against the commutator down to the...

I'm ready to buy my FIRST TRACTOR for mainly mowing 80 acres of flat pastures and 4 miles of level roads on my 344 acre ranch. I wanted to use an 8 foot lift type mower, but the dealer only...

Has anyone played around with the wheel width settings on an L5030? I have very hilly property and am considering upgrading to one of these machines, but the track width is very important to me...

I plan to add a third RR and also re-instate the 2nd which is currently disconnected. Its QDs are instead connected to the hydraulIc PTO circuit. But the idea of a hydraulic PTO at the back of the...

Spec\'n out a L5030HSTC Need some help from the Kubota experts . I'm going to be shopping around for a L5030HSTC. Although I would like to go around to the dealers and go through all the...

$27500 for a L5030HST with QA loader LA853, 6' bucket and joystick. R4 tires come with it. The only extra included in this price is 3 remotes. Top-n-Tilt would add $700 more on top of this. Other...

My L4330 was CAT-I, and of course so are my implements. When I received the L-5030 it came with a CAT-II three point and two spacers so I could still use my CAT-I implements. Although, the pin...

First off, a thanks to all on the forum who provided information throughout the month of September that helped me make an informed purchasing decision. I purchased the L5030 HSTC with 853 Loader...

Went tractor shopping with a friend yesterday and he looked at a new L5030. With a Kubota BH and a Kubota FEL on it..and rear remote HYD's...the dealer gave him a "first go-round" price of 35K...

I was planning on purchasing a L4330 with L853 loader. I need to take care of 110 acres. Mowing with very steep terrain, loader, backhoe applications, auger for fence posts, road maintenance...

Greetings, I am new to this group and a new tractor shopper. However, my husband is an experienced dairy/beef farmer. We currently have a 15 acre horse farm and will also need to care for aging...

Just wanted to know what you guys think about this quote, seems like a good deal. L5030 GST, 4WD, LA853 loader, Ag tires, skid steer coupler - $24,350.00

What would be a good price for a L5030 with cab cd player and quick attach loader? 200hr. also L3830 300hr with la 7?? loader. I have the 3830, but come across a deal for the 5030 with cab. I do...

I just purchased a 2003 L5030 with BH90 backhoe. I disconnected the backhoe and connected the male and female hydraulic lines together (the ones that went to the backhoe). I'm now trying to...

Hi guys. I used the tractor last week mowing fields and a few days ago I took off the mower and put on a york rake to spread gravel. It worked fine. I shut it off and tried to start a few days...

Just wondering what all you "tractor experts" think about the L5030. For years now we've had an ancient, beat up, breaks down a lot 8N (with an ancient -doesn't- work- that- great mower)that...

How does the following quote sound. A new Kubota L5030 w/cab hydro w/853 loader and 1 rear remote....$31000.00

I just bought a new L48 in N.H. even though I was only looking at the L series. When you look at the prices for a L5030 with the BH90, you are only $2,500 away from the L48 which is twice the...

I spent a while reading the freakin' manual... always dangerous... discovered in the electrical section that there is a little 8bit CPU, ram, and digital communications running all around in the...

I was wondering if anyone has any suggestions before I start looking for the problem or taking it to the dealer. I have a 2006 L5030 GST that shifts easily into forward or reverse but once...

Here's where I'm at with my deal right now. Wondering how the pricing looks to others. L5030HST Kubota 50HP 4WD TRACTOR, R4 Tires $ 20,308.00 LA853 Kubota Front End Loader, 4-Way Joy Stick...

Thinking of selling my tractor and going bigger, and getting a cab, wondering what I might be able to get for it. I was unable to find any pricing guides or anything. It's a 2005 L5030 HST...

I'm looking for another tractor I have a B2410 now and it just dont have enough HP at 10,000 feet to do the job. So here is what I have found I can get a new Bobcat CT450 fel quick attach bucket...

I've recently listed my 05' L5030 for sale. The tractor has been flawless until yesterday. I went to start the tractor and it is completely dead. Battery is good, but the tractor acts just as if...

What are some good FEL's to look at for buying one for my L5030. I really want a "clam" type bucket. I know Kubota has the LA853, but, it doesn't have the clam option I want. Thanks to all in Advance

I just received a 2003 L5030 with FEL and BH90 Backhoe. It doesn't have hydraulic cylinder nor lift arms/linkages. I'm looking for the best way to add to the tractor - is the draft control worth...

I have a Kubota L5030 and need to purchase the largest/widest tiller the tractor can handle. I will use it on sports fields that have compacted clay. The tilling depth will be 4 to 6 inches...

Anyone seen or tried one? I'm particularly interested to know if the governor on the engine stinks as bad as the other grand L's. I'm hoping it works more like the B series where it regulates...

I have a L5030 with 75 hours. I was shredding in pretty thick yaupon and smelled something hot and a little steamy but the temperature gauge showed OK. I thought it might be the slip clutch on...

I just bought an L5030 with a Tnt Kit. The hydraulic top cylinder was only 12 inches and did not reach the box blade. Is the Kubota hydraulic top link this short? How do I determine if the...

Hi folks. I have a leak inside the cab in the front right corner. I suspect that the drain for the AC is blocked. Can someone tell me where the hose comes out, and maybe a quick easy way to...

In the sweltering heat in south Alabama, a/c in real important. Yesterday of course at 2pm while bushhogging the dang a/c quit cooling. I have checked and cleaned filters, what else can I do other...

Hello, I thought I had decided on an M series however the dealer has a brand new L5030 cab which is significantly cheaper than the M. I have 80 acres of timber and CRP including 5 acres around...

Does the L5030 and the L48 share the same front axle setup?

Good evening, I was in need of a larger tractor for my farm, I posted in the JD section looking to see what my tractor was worth, I sold the green one and came back to orange and think I did okay...

Can anyone help me decide between a M4900/5700 and a L5030? What should the price difference be? I'm getting a FEL and 6 ft HD shredder, 7 ft disk, & boxblade.

I just picked up a brand new Kubota L5030HSTC and the dealer is waiting for a FEL to come in. My question, is the Kubota factory FEL, I forgot the model number, the best FEL for my tractor? I...

My 5030 was delivered today. I was about as excited as I was waiting for my first child to be born...... isn't that pathetic? Of course my first goal was to scrape off some paint so I took it off...

I do approx. 70 residential driveways with my M9000. The clutch is driving me crazy. I want to trade it in for L5030hst but afraid L5030hst wouldn't have power to do 70 residential driveways. I...

The forums on this web site have helped me considerably in determining which new tractor I am going to purchase. I appreciate each of you for the invaluable information you share. I, like many...

All you L5030 owners, could the components from your 3 point hitch be attached to a 4630/4330/3830 to provide a Cat I/II hitch? I'm guessing at the tranny break the smaller 3130 and 3430 won't...

One of my guys put Rotella T6 5W40 in the crankcase of my Grand L5030 during an oil change today. What do you think? Is this okay or should I pull it and put in the dino 15W40 that's always had...

It looks like I finally have to make a decision! I am supposed to be at the dealership (35 miles from my home) tomorrow morning to sign papers on one of these tractors. I was set on the 5030 HST...

After my purchase of a used l5030 from a blue dealer.I had to ask why I got a good deal. The owner told me he could not sell any new blue tractors with used orange ones...

Hello, I’m new here but I bought my tractor new around 2004 & have less than 1000 hours on it. I didn’t understand the importance of having a front end loader as I was mainly using it to Bushhog...

i just sold my 3130 and bought a 5030 so i can have more horsepower and FEL lift capacity for a GRAPPLE to clean up my hurricane damage, and the dealer is now saying a grapple wont work on the 853...

I ended up with the following: L5030 HST CAB Tractor -rear wiper, rear work lights 853 Loader -QA heavy-duty round back bucket -Woods toothbar -3 chain hooks Woods Brushbull 6 ft Cutter - model...

Seems the dealer wired these in series with the headlights? In other words, I have to turn on the headlights to use the rear worklights!? Seems dumb and a huge drain on the battery when all I...

Just upgraded from a l3010 hst to a new 5030 hst , r4s quick detach . heavy duty bucket. I installed 3 kubota remote valves. running a Gannon box scraper with hydraulic rippers , top and tilt...

Looked at a used L5030, HST, canopy, 60hrs, 2003, La853 loader without quick attachment, no remote hydraulics. The dealer is asking 21,500, does not appear he will budge. I really like this...

well, this will be VERY short since I already did a long post and now there's a "problem locating that post" What are your "tractor expert" opinions on the Kubota L5030 with loader?

Does anyone know what model number front end loader fit a 2004 Kubota L5030HSTC? Doubt if I can find one but who knows.....

My brother is selling his Kubota L5030 hst that he purchased new in 2004. Sold his place and is downsizing. QA Loader LA853, hydraulics front and rear for bobcat attachments. Kept since new...

How much should it cost for a complete dealer 50 hour service for my L5030? What should they do? Any help would be great...

I have a L5030 cabbed tractor that was hit by a drunk on the right rear tire breaking the housing on the rear axle. Also the right door broke. All other parts are ok. Front end loader,2400 hours...

I have a L5030HTC with about 600hrs on it, one afternoon last week I was pulling my rotary mower and after about 2 hours the RPM's suddenly dived. I pushed in the clutch and flipped the PTO off...

The Kubota dealer delivered my L5030 today after having them put rear work lights on it. As many know we have had 6 inches of rain and another inch in the past 10 days due to Hurricane Wilma...

I have a 2004 Kubota L5030. Somewhere I had read that I could mount a Kubota A853 front loader on my tractor without having to remove the front mounted Kubota snow blower sub-frame. And ideas...

I need some help! I was mowing Saturday when I shut off the engine I heard a click. I went to restart the tractor and all that happened was the start relay buzzed. I checked the fuses underpass...

I've done some searching in the forum and found that Bradco is the only one that makes a backhoe to mount on a L30 series cab tractor WITH a subframe. Woods was in the process of making one. Can...

I have been thinking of purchasing a larger scraper (2.5 cy capacity) and was wondering if anyone knew what Kubota says about limits on the tow bar tongue weight and towing GVW for an L5030? The...

I AM TRYING TO COMPARE THE L5030 AND THE M4900. I NOW HAVE A L3400DT AND I AM LOOKING TO MOVE UP IN SIZE. HAS ANYONE PRICED OR BOUGHT ONE OF THESE TWO TRACTORS. LOOKING FOR BOTH W/CAB AND FEL. I...

I have a Kubota Tractor L5030 GST and it runs but will not move forwards or backwards. I was moving a tree stump and slid sideways about a foot and that is when the tractor would not move...

I picked up my fluids and filters for the 50 hour service on my L5030HST a few days ago. The tractor has 53 hours on it, and I need to do about 10 hours of blade and tiller work with it in the...

Well, starting cutting this years first cut. We are late as I was gone out west for 2 weeks right when haying started. Well, I hooked the NH489 up to the Kubota L5030 and... It worked great...

I went with a friend this morning to the Kubota dealer where he bought his L5030 at this past spring. Its got 76 hrs on it and he figured it was time to do his "50 hr...

I bought my 2006 used with 300+ hours on it last fall(2010) and my bad, didn't see the covered-up leak by the previous owner. It appears to have been welded and then covered the holes in the weld...

An Ohio dealer gave me a cash price on a new L5030HST (no cab, no attachments) of $22,200 today. Does this sound about right?

I need to know a few things about these Kubotas. If anyone can answer these questions, please let me know. In the past the L5030 has had a air conditioner problem. Has this problem been addressed...

I just posted a message about fixing a leak in a hydraulic hose or fitting. After I sort that out how do I check the hydraulic fluid level and add more if necessary? I must be blind or something...

Son in law's L5030 just got a UDT hydraulic oil change and not long after he found the PTO engagement to have become difficult. Not as before the change. He put in the correct amount of oil and...

The post "When Strangers Show Up" got me thinking more about securing my tractor. I am building a home on a somewhat secluded acreage and have no choice but to leave the tractor pretty well...

Looking ot put a third function on my FEL as well as my BH92. Does anyone have any experience doing this?

I changed the gear oil in the front axle of my L5030. The manual indicates it takes 9.5 qts -- but I sure couldn't get that much in. I drained both sides but only could get around 7 quarts back...

Does anyone know if you can mount a FEL on my L5030 without removing the snowblower sub-frame. :confused:

I have a 2005 L5030DT GST with R4s and a LA853 Loader and 1 rear remote with 245 hours on it how much should i sell it for????

In my search for tractor information I stumbled across this site. What a find! I really appreciate the insight all of you bring to this process. I know that the comparison I'm seeking has been...

Got the forks from a scrapped forklift for a decent price. Have to cut off old mounts, mill them straight, move them and weld on the Trima hooks to fit my loader. Lots of cutting done, getting...

I am close to purchasing a L5030 and have a couple of quick questions that maybe someone can help with. Has anyone run a Woods 720 (or other medium duty 6' approx. 1100 lbs) mower without a FEL...

I have been looking at buying a Kubota or JD (nearest dealers for me) to begin cleaning up newly purchased 32 acre property. Will be using it for digging, small scale leveling, stump removal...

Hi All: I noticed that my L5030 HST has developed a slow leak around the shaft that controls the PTO engagement (see attached pic). I suspect it's nothing more than a seal somewhere but Kubota...

Decided on a L5030HST. Only $1200 more than a L4330. Would appreciate any feedback any of you have on this particular model. Heres to the next 20+ years of operating it!!! KM

Good morning. I have a 2005 L5030 HSTC and am installing a diverter valve for the 853 loader. I noticed in my fuse panel that I have 3 spare slots. Does anyone know where I would look for the...

Picked up an L5030 and want to add front hydraulics to it. Looking for a kit or a way to fabricate something to make this happen. I got a quote from Kubota for 800 for the hydro kit but not sure...

I've decided that I want to try to purchase this tractor. I've read most of the threads searching for a fair purchase price;however I've only found prices where people were buying a loader, etc...

I am about to buy a new tractor. I have seen a couple of L5030s with the HST for sale. Does anybody have feedback on the quality of these? Thanks

I went to my dealer and picked up the materials to do the service. I guess I wasn't prepared for the $330 price tag that went with it!!:eek: I did get synthetic motor oil and the super UDT...

I'm down to decision time. Kioti DK55 or Kubota L5030 . Both with FEL. The Kubota is $2100 more but the dealer is 25 miles away. The Kioti is 85 miles away. The Kubota will hold it's value...

I recently took the backhoe off my 60-hours-old L5030. Before doing so, I did my 50-hour maintenance, including changing the hydraulic fluid, with the backhoe on the tractor. Following the...

Started my 2005 L5030HST, moved it about 20 yards and shut it down to fuel up. Went to restart it and first thing I noticed is that the intelli panel dash was dead, no lights were working. I...

Will add a hydraulic cylinder to the existing QA lock mechanism. Using a small cylinder I already have but will have to weld on attachment points. More photos will be posted as the project...

I have a L5030 tractor (800 plus hours) with a new L853 loader (less than 10 hours). The loader is very jerky on the descent . . . very smooth raising, very smooth with dump function, but if the...

I am going to look at a 2005 Hydro L5030 cab Kubota LA853 loader it has around 450 hrs. 4WD,6' bucket,hayspear,6' Woods bushog (forgot rotary cutter #)the only thing i do not like is it does not...

I do custom hay baling as a side job. I have a M6800SDC and I just bought a L5030 hstc. I got it so my son could rake for me. I was thinking I may buy another disc mower so he could also help me...

I finally had my remotes put on my L5030 as a few parts were backordered from Kubota. My question relates to me coming home and hooking up the Split-Fire 3pt wood splitter. Everything hooked...

I'm buying a tractor in next month or so and have narrowed it down to a Kubota L5030. One dealer gave me a price of $26,500 for a L5030HST-F with a LA853 loader, skid steer quick hitch and a HD...

I have R-4's on the rig now. (17.5-24 & 10-16.5 front) I want to go to R-1's mainly for increased clearance (I want a taller tire) It lists the 14.9x26 & 13.6x28 as the R-1 options. Is that the...

Anybody have an ideal on where to find a rear hydraulic remote for an L5030. (Part No. L8303 & L8305) I've called it seems like ever dealer on the east coast and everyone calls it a "holds goods"...

I have a 5030 that I somehow by accident set the dashboard to metric. I would like to get it back to English. Does anyone know how to do this. I have searched the manuals and I must be...

I cant believe my roof blew off a Kubota L5030 Grand HST today, while going down the hwy. Kubota wants almost 1600.00 for a new roof assembly. Has anyone every had this problem. I was thinking...

Just bought my wife a Kubota 5030. Can anyone direct me to a good general manual or repair guide. It is a 2006 with less than 300 hours. I have not had the time to review the hydraulic options...

What a beautiful day...not a cloud to be seen, the sky so blue it hurts the eyes, 27F in the bright sunshine at mid-day, and a wonderful orange glow in my driveway...

Hello, I would like to say hello and hope for some assistance. I think I might have been unprepared and I probably need to wait until I get the maintenance manual. I had hoped to get the pinion...

I have a 2006 L5030 hst cab model that was hit in the right rear tire by a drunk with no insurance. I知 not getting anything for my tractor and I知 gonna lose my business. The wreck cracked the rear...

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Sure nice to have the a/c in the cab on a 80 degree day.

When i reverse into long grass the PTO stops working. Does anyone know why I can`t get it to engage.

I have been reading for a while on how good these are. I am interested but from the pics I have seen I seem to have it in my mind that back blading might be a problem (heavy, front tires off the...

I'm changing the hydraulic fluid (UDT) on my L5030 and noticed on the front drain requires a large alan wrench (The manual shows a regular drain plug but that is not what is there.) Does anyone...

Okay, long story... I am putting up my 89' crank up tower. So, I need to dig a hole 5x5 and 8 feet deep. 7 cubic yards of concrete to hold this thing in place. I weld up the rebar cage and it...

I am thinking I may have to sell my tractor and would like a value if anyone has a blue book. It is a Grand L5030HST with 160 hours, FEL, and Backhoe with 24" bucket. It is in very good condition...

I broke the leveling lift arm on my 5030, New it is around $600 through kubota. The parts to repair it are $350. I see Tisco has them much cheaper. Does anyone know if they make one to fot the...

Anyone know if there is a strainer/screen in the hydraulic system for this model tractor that needs cleaning, and if so where would I find it. Thanks

Hi Everyone, I noticed an oil leak from under the bell housing split pin the other day and immediately my heart dropped, thinking it was the rear main seal. However, a few threads here noted it...

I'm in the process of doing the initial 50 hour service on my L5030 HST. According to both the owners manual and shop manual there are (4) drain plugs for the transmission. Both the manuals...

Where can I get a Transmission cooler for my New L5030 w/ Cab? Does Kubota offer one? Where can it be installed? This is my second "L" Series and the heat is a real issue. The L4330 I had...

There was apparently a problem with my original post, so I am trying again. Is there a hydraulic strainer/screen for this model tractor, and if so where would I find it? Thanks (again).

Has anyone had a problem with the fuel gauge on this model reading 1/2 to 3/4 when it is actually full?

The 50 hour service is upon me and I looked under the tractor to find all the drain plugs. I could only find one plug to drain the transmission/hydraulic fluid which was in the center in front of...

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Finally made some progress on the third function today. I'm trying to use parts that I have already got lying around, but the need for different hydraulic adapters is always greater than the...

Is anyone aware of a setup like this that would work for a GL5030? I just have long hoses running from the back to the front now - not nearly as slick as this. Kubota L3200 L3800 Tractor Front...

I have a Kubota L5030 and need to purchase the largest/widest tiller the tractor can handle. I will use it on sports fields that have compacted clay. The tilling depth will be 4 to 6 inches. Any...

The forums on this web site have helped me considerably in determining which new tractor I am going to purchase. I appreciate each of you for the invaluable information you share. I, like many...

Does anyone have an Idea on why my 2007 L5030 HST doesnt stop, or creeps when my toe is lifted from the foot pedal?

I changed out all the filters, engine oil, hydraulic fluid with Super UDT, and greased everything on my L5030HST over the weekend (I've got 100 hours on it). I located all the drain plugs on the...

I returned my L5030 today to have the subframe(BH90) bracket exchanged for one that was not welded up crooked. While it was there I ask that they check the system pressure as the BH & Loader...

I was killing some time at the Kubota dealership the other day. I was looking at the new little Lseries HST tractors. They did not have a lever on left side for cruise control. They had a slot...

I need to replace the A/C fan belt. If anyone has replaced this belt I would like to know if the replacement belt will slip between the fan and the fan shroud, or will I need to remove the fan...

Hi I wonder if anybody might be able to help with filters for my L5030 gst. In England the Kubota dealer prices for filters are exhorbitant and wondered if anyone had found an alternate supplier...

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Hello. I have a 2004 L5030 HST. I recently started having an issue with the PTO engagement lever. Seems that I have to fiddle around with it to start the tractor even though the PTO itself is not...

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Hello folk's, I am fairly new to owning a Kubota L5030 HST. While bushhogging it seems that the floor board seems to get extremely hot, especially on the left side. I was wondering if any of...

I am going to look at the Grand L 5030 soon so I would like to know in advance what would be a good price on the tractor with a loader and creeper gears. Thanks, Herb

I am looking for some help regarding the cruise control. I just recently bought the tractor. The dealer is 4 hours away so I emailed him a list of issues to fix before sending. One issue was...

I DO COMMERCIAL BUSH HOGGING AND UNDERBRUSH CLEARING. I NOW USE A L3400DT W/FEL. I NEED A LARGER TRACTOR I THINK. HAS ANY ONE USED BOTH IN HEAVY USE SITUATION. WHAT KIND OF PRICES CAN I EXPECT...

I have a WSM manual c/w the Electronic Panel Quick Guide that covers GL3130 to the GL5030 availible. I paid $173 (have receipt) for both and since I now have a GL5740 don't need it. Since I...

Any know where I can download a pdf part manual for my L5030. I got one for my m6800 but can not find one for a 5030. Thanks