New owner of a 2006 TC30-any advice?

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Here are some photos of the TC30, a TC33 with a 15LA and another with the 7308 loader, plus a photo of my tractor with the 16LA loader. You can clearly see that if there is no backhoe installed on the TC30 and TC33, no subframe is mounted. When the TC30 has a backhoe, the subframe is added. However, on the TC45 with the 16LA loader and no backhoe, there is still a subframe. The subframe on the TC45 and all Class III Boomers is very beefy. Is this the info you were looking for?

Yes, Those are great pictures. My TC-29D is just like the TC-33, there is no subframe, I love the subframe on your tractor, wish mine had one like that.

The subframe on the Woods bakhoe attaches to the loader frame with one long pin. The holes that the pin go through are not machined for a close tolerance fit, so there is some play in that attach point. My guess is that the backhoe subframe is designed to support the backhoe and not to reinforce the loader.

Thanks Jim

 

[jinman]

Jim-Do you know of a loader for the TC30 that comes with a subframe?

I don't know of a loader with a subframe. If you want a subframe on a TC30, you have to have a backhoe. Actually, I think it is highly unlikely that you would ever do damage with that Rhino 2408. It has a lift capacity of 1335 lb at the pins. Once you add a bucket and go out about 19", the lift capacity is well below 1000 lb. I think the likelihood of your ever having a problem is very slim. There have been TC30s with casting problems in the bell housings and some with loose bolts that put extreme stresses on the other bolts. I just don't think the TC30 is prone to breaking anymore than a Deere, Kubota, or any other tractor. Use your tractor sensibly and it will last for a long time.:thumbsup:

 

[ksshooter]

Thanks for the information. I never plan on having a BH. The small amount of BH work that I need I pay a neighbor to do. It was a stretch just to buy this 2006 tractor/fel. I know I cannot justify a BH. I am pretty sure if I took good enough care of 50 year old machines to keep them running that this one should be a snap. Although I was surprised by the filter and lubrication maintenance on this tractor, I was happy that the fluids (and air) are kept clean and everywhere on the machine is a grease zert.....Sweet!! The old tractors are simple and amazingly tough but 4wd, powersteering and a nice little fel are welcome.

 

[jinman]

Ksshooter, I don't know where you are, but this last weekend I was through Topeka and north to Bellevue, NE. The drive up US 75 is very nice with the rolling hills, sunflowers in bloom, and the corn and soybean harvest in full swing. I REALLY enjoyed the drive.:thumbsup:

 

[RobertN]

Very interesting pictures.

I definitely agree, our TC40/45's have a really beefy subframe.

I would note that my old Kubota, when I added the Bushhog loader, had a beefier subframe mount than the 7308 loader, with multiple mount points spreading the stresses.

I wonder how hard it would be to make a subframe add-on for something like the TC30...?

Here are some photos of the TC30, a TC33 with a 15LA and another with the 7308 loader, plus a photo of my tractor with the 16LA loader. You can clearly see that if there is no backhoe installed on the TC30 and TC33, no subframe is mounted. When the TC30 has a backhoe, the subframe is added. However, on the TC45 with the 16LA loader and no backhoe, there is still a subframe. The subframe on the TC45 and all Class III Boomers is very beefy. Is this the info you were looking for?

 

[RobertN]

I'd still check all the fluids, including the front axle. Also, at least for my TC40, there are dozens of zerk/grease fittings(I think I counted over 40 on mine...; I was shocked!). I would make sure they are all freshly grease.

I would also get some wrenches and sockets out, and just go over the tractor checking for loose and/or damaged nuts/bolts/screws ect. Also check all your hoses for condition.

The previous owner stated he had completed all of the 300 hour required maintenance which included coolant, crankcase oil, rear axle and trans fluid, front axle lube, differential lube, hyraulic filter, HST filter, fuel filter and engine oil filter. This is my first diesel!! Just wanted to know if one of you experience small diesel owners had just purchased this what you would do and do you have any words of advice.

 

[ksshooter]

Jim-I am South of Topeka and yes the harvest is in full swing. Unfortunately many farmers did not the rain they needed WHEN they needed it. We have been quite dry since August. I live on a 40 acres that was previously leased to a quarry company. As of last September I have 3 horses and that was the driving force for a tractor that would help me out with winter chores. I am glad you enjoyed the drive, it does get pretty. Thanks for all the advice. I hope I can assist someone else in the future.

 

[ksshooter]

Robert N-Thanks and I am working on it. My grease gun gave out about halfway around the TC30. I was shocked also but thankful that all those areas had zerks! I get my new grease gun tomorrow. I have been checking fluids. The batter took more water than I could believe! I guarantee I put in over a quart and that made me think this batter might not have much life left in it. Engine Oil was low by about a half quart. I could not reach the previous owner so I added what I used in my old 641 Ford which is Rotella T 15-40. I plan on putting lighter oil in before the real cold comes. Probably go to a 10-30. Thanks again for the advice.

 

[ksshooter]

I just got finished reading Shade Tree Welder's account of "TC40DA Oil Change Nightmare" and I am **** glad I did. The TC40DA Service Bulletin he posted includes my TC30 in the group of "tainted" NHs. I cannot believe they do not have more folks who have ruined an engine just by pouring in the oil too fast!! I doubt I could pull the engine apart the way he did. And since I did not buy my NH new from my local dealer (although it came from the same company, just a different dealer location) I doubt they would stand behind it like his dealer did. I would say this is really good information to have. I looked in my manual....NO WARNINGS!!! I continue to be thankful that this website is here. Found out where to set the throttle for engine startup...my manual does not mention it. I also found the antifreeze discussion interesting. Thanks again to all who post these very helpful "hints and tips":thumbsup:

 

[Dartagnan]

Check the lines to the steering cylinder, older models (mine in paticular) where prone to rubbing on the crank pulley. You can loosen the bulkhead fittings and put some twist in the line to keep it down.