BX2660....any major problems?

[Mylesclark]

I'm trying to decide between the BX2660 and the BX2360.

I read where someone had trouble with the air filter clamp....like with our current BX2200

I also read where someone had a hydrolic leak.

Are these isolated problems? Will the 2360 be more reliable?

Can people who have the BX2660 chime in to ease my mind on this model..

The only reason I consider the BX2660 is because we move a lot of snow and our blower is a heavy 54" econnor that can bog down our BX2200 when the snow is really heavy and wet. I figured the extra HP would be helpful.

 

[TheFlatlander]

I'm trying to decide between the BX2660 and the BX2360.

I read where someone had trouble with the air filter clamp....like with our current BX2200

I also read where someone had a hydrolic leak.

Are these isolated problems? Will the 2360 be more reliable?

Can people who have the BX2660 chime in to ease my

mind on this model..

The only reason I consider the BX2660 is because we move a lot of snow and our blower is a heavy 54" econnor that can bog down our BX2200 when the snow is really heavy and wet. I figured the extra HP would be helpful.

Don't let that one bracket be a big deal. They are both good tractors. I don't know but maybe the other tractor uses the same bracket.

The BX2660 that I have has been a very good tractor with the exception of that bracket. I have been able to use and notice and appreciate the additional power available on the BX2660, as my previous tractor was a BX2230.

 

[psvines]

I love my BX2660, bought in September and almost at 40 hours. No problems so far.

I've learned a lot from TBN and also in my 40 hours on my first tractor. I must always attach the rear blade when using the FEL, for counter weight. The dent in the truck side is proof.

I probably should have bought the turf tires instead of the bar tires. And I probably should have gotten them filled.

The seat cutoff is sensitive, if I lean too far to the side it activates.

The MMM detach and attach is difficult, but getting easier each time.

 

[laen64]

I've been checking and re-checking and I have found nothing but Great reveiws for the BX2660 and that is what me and my wife are set on getting. If it was anything even remotely negative it would be that it has too much power for it's size. "it doesn't realize it's a small Tractor".

 

[korydz]

I love my BX2660. No problems other than leaking front tires (tubes fixed that). I have turfs with the rears filled. The only reason I would say to wait a week or two before you load the rear tires is so that you will really appreciate it when you do.

LOTS of power, probably more than it should have for the chassis size. I rotary cut and plow snow as well as FEL work. I just got my box scraper and I have 3PT splitter on the way. Next on the wish list is a BXM32 chipper shredder.

The beauty of the 2660 is that you'll always have enough power to run any reasonabley sized implement, but its still small enough to be light on the lawn and get into tight spots and between the trees.

The only limitation I've found is with the lift capacity of the FEL. I realize it couldn't really be any more and still be safe. It just means taking a little longer with some jobs, or finding different ways to do it.

 

[LBrown59]

I probably should have bought the turf tires instead of the bar tires. And I probably should have gotten them filled.

I have AGs and they're not filled .
If i was to change to filled turfs I'd just be scrweing the tractor up.

 

[TheFlatlander]

I have AGs and they're not filled .
If i was to change to filled turfs I'd just be scrweing the tractor up.

Point is moot. What does this have to do with a newer BX2660? Help the man out with useful information.............

 

[Mylesclark]

Thanks for the info guys...

We are trading our 2001 BX2200 which has FEL, 60" mower etc for a Bx2360 or 2660 with FEL 60" mower etc.

I'm in Canada so prices are higher...esp since the Canadian $$$ took a bit drop last fall. They do have a 2360 and 2660 they got in prior to a recent Kubota Canada price hike.

A 2360 after all is considered is going to cost around $5800 in the difference while a 2660 is $7000 more.

I'm leaning toward the 2360 since I don't think the $1200 more is going to make that much difference for us....we still gain 1hp with the 2360 over the 2200.

My concern was for the big 4 blade blower we have which can bog down the 2200 when the snow is really wet and heavy. However, the 2660 only gives 1.8hp more for the PTO than the 2360.

Also, the 2200 was great except for the annoying air filter clamp breakage and that same design in the 2660 has me wondering.

Am I correct in thinking that the 2360 and it's engine has a little more of a proven track record over the 2660 which uses a new engine?

Also, I'm glad that the 60 series BX models have gone back to using more metal for fenders, engine cover etc. I notice the mower deck has some plastic pieces on the chute cover and the belt covers....any problem with those?

 

[LBrown59]

1* the 2200 was great except for the annoying air filter clamp breakage and that same design in the 2660 has me wondering.
2*Am I correct in thinking that the 2360 and it's engine has a little more of a proven track record over the 2660 which uses a new engine?
3*Also, I'm glad that the 60 series BX models have gone back to using more metal for fenders, engine cover etc. I notice the mower deck has some plastic pieces on the chute cover and the belt covers....any problem with those.

1*That is an easy fix with several ways to go about doing so.
It's nickel and dime stuff that's 2 small to sweat in my book.
You could put a hose clamp or 2 around it when you first get the tractor then it won't really matter it the bracket breaks or not.
I repaired my bracket about 3 years ago /no problems with it since.
I may add a hose clamp or 2 to it .
I didn't do that back then because I just now thought of the idea.
2*Naturally the motor that's been on the market the longest would have the longer track record.
3*Hain't heard of any.

1*What does this have to do with a newer BX2660?
2*Help the man out with useful information.............
3*Point is moot.

1*Wasn't comparing tractors just tire set ups.
2*I did.
3*No it's not.

 

[Tom_H]

I figured the extra HP would be helpful.

I have held that same opinion regarding the extra hp. Quite a number of members have pointed out, however, that tweaking piston rod length and increasing RPM, can increase hp, but at the expense of torque. Kubota dealer Neil Messick has said this many times, and a number of members with the math background have posted the calculations to show that minor engine changes to boost peak hp may not increase true energy output at all.

 

[wawajake]

I bought my BX2660 last fall , and have roughly 90 hrs on it.
Lots of heavy wet snow removal this winter , but with FEL (don't have snowblower)with chains.
Will be buying a rototiller this spring, and already happy that the extra HP will give me more options on what used or new models I can consider.

But I will be honest , when I first bought the tractor I went for the 26 because it was a respectable size and could not be compared to a " gas sears garden tractor " by the ignorant neighbors.

I am very happy with my choice....slow leak in front tire has been my only hiccup.

jake ..Northern Ontario , Canada

 

[SeymourBota]

I kept my BX2200 and bought a new BX2660.

First- the engine is not new- it is a retuned version of one of the B-series engines, so it is already in use in many machines.

The only downside might be the use of additional fuel. I do find the 2660 more thirsty than the 2200 but I haven't mowed with it yet. It certainly was great to have that extra power when using the snowblower. Of course, if you go too fast, you need a deep box of shear bolts!!

 

[thavil]

slow leak in front tire has been my only hiccup.

wawajake - You may already know this, try some green Slime in both front tires. I also had a slow leak right after I bought my BX24 and added the Slime. I haven't had to put any air in since. Tod

 

[LBrown59]

I have held that same opinion regarding the extra hp. Quite a number of members have pointed out, however, that tweaking piston rod length and increasing RPM, can increase hp, but at the expense of torque. Kubota dealer Neil Messick has said this many times, and a number of members with the math background have posted the calculations to show that minor engine changes to boost peak hp
*may not increase true energy output at all.

*but it probably increases fuel usage

But I will be honest , when I first bought the tractor I went for the 26 because it was a respectable size and *could not be compared to a " gas sears garden tractor " by the ignorant neighbors. jake ..Northern Ontario , Canada

*Yep they don't know the difference.

1*I kept my BX2200 and bought a new BX2660.
2*I do find the 2660 more thirsty than the 2200 .

1*Why 2 tractors alike same size or in the same class?
Sounds loke someone I know!
2*I don't like that idea.

 

[psvines]

wawajake - You may already know this, try some green Slime in both front tires. I also had a slow leak right after I bought my BX24 and added the Slime. I haven't had to put any air in since. Tod

The Slime doc state that the product is not for bead leaks or sidewall issues. I had bought some and then returned it; scared to put it in my tires. So for now, I add air to the left front tire before each use.
I've debated for months.. slime, tube, etc... I also had the tire removed and the rim cleaned and reseated, still a slow leak.

 

[thavil]

The Slime doc state that the product is not for bead leaks or sidewall issues. I had bought some and then returned it; scared to put it in my tires. So for now, I add air to the left front tire before each use.
I've debated for months.. slime, tube, etc... I also had the tire removed and the rim cleaned and reseated, still a slow leak.

I apologize for going OT. Agree that Slime will not help with bead leaks or sidewall issues. His leak may be a result of a thorn, nail, etc. This has been debated before but from what I know, Slime won't hurt anything and will seal a future leak in the tread area if you are unfortunate to get one.

 

[bgshgrr]

To reference the bracket issue, I cannot say this is the reason but was told by a Kubota service manager that I should idle the tractor (b7610) a little higher than base idle. The engine is a bit smoother there and reduces the shaking of the motor which can be hard on the bracket mount.

 

[SeymourBota]

One is now 70 miles north of the other and doing the small jobs the 2410 doesn't like!!

 

[wawajake]

yes I did try slime in it before winter, it may of slowed it down by another week (now its three weeks before noticiably down) Those front wheels are small enough that I was able to submerse the wheel in a tub of water and patiently wait to look for air bubbles ........could see none.

Someday I will put a tube in it.
I used it Saturday afternoon to pull hawthorn trees out of the wet clay, overgrown field I have, BX2660 worked great . Those I could not pop out with bucket teeth , I loosened ground and then attached a nylon sling and pulled them out, got roughly 40 of them removed (5 or 6 ft height and inch and half thick roots.)

Now shes dirty !

 

[TaylorL2660]

I have about 40 hours on my BX2660 and i love it, other than the slow leak in the front left tire and the fact that its a bit thirsty on diesel this little tractor is a beast, i havent used the rear pto yet on anything but i can say as far as pulling a yard rake in dense black dirt and mowing long heavy grass its very impressive. id say about every time i run it i sit amazed at the power and agility of it. i dont have any experience with any other BX tractors but ill tell you if you buy a 2660 youll absolutely love it!