New RTV-X1100C clunking wheel noises.

[PapaPerk]

I think the cast aluminum hubs are a big part of the problem. There is no way to snug things up or the cast would break. It appears to have pins holding things together. If they could squeeze things a bit it may help. Maybe a steel hub assembly would help. There are bushings it appears but maybe not the right size. A couple thousandths here and a couple there and by the time you get to the outside of a 25 inch wheel it's 1/2 to 3/4 of an inch of play.

ETA: Just some thoughts. I am not an engineer or expert by any means.

Aluminum is used for hubs a lot. Just has to be bushed or bearinged right. Obviously Kubota did not. I feel for the folks that are having issues! Sounds like its a 100% problem. They are all bad.

 

[Boris1]

Ok, I am in the market for a x1120D as well . I have brought this issue up to all the dealers I have spoken with (4) and have received the following responses from 2 which are somewhat similar to what others have been told based on what I have read. (Keep in mind I am NOT a mechanic so will try to be accurate from memory as I can) The first response was that there was a rubber bushing used on the new ones so there would be some "give" when going over rough terrain and all that has been seen by them is within tolerance or spec if you will. There unofficial response was concern due to what is believed to be "normal" but Kubota has assured them it's fine.

The second response (different dealer) was that kubota replaced this part on the new x machines with what you see now do too a problem with the old type wearing out due to the LACK of movement thus causing failure (so it's a new part) . All of the dealers I spoke with said that they not had any machines in for service for this issue to date and have sold a few each. One did mention a issue with shifting which was said to be just an adjustment.

I have owned 2 kubota tractors over the last 10 years and have had just one minor issue which was promptly taken care of, I guess we'll see how this plays out but I feel pretty confident that Kubota will address it . I hope this helps.

 

[rapracing]

Ok, I am in the market for a x1120D as well . I have brought this issue up to all the dealers I have spoken with (4) and have received the following responses from 2 which are somewhat similar to what others have been told based on what I have read. (Keep in mind I am NOT a mechanic so will try to be accurate from memory as I can) The first response was that there was a rubber bushing used on the new ones so there would be some "give" when going over rough terrain and all that has been seen by them is within tolerance or spec if you will. There unofficial response was concern due to what is believed to be "normal" but Kubota has assured them it's fine.

The second response (different dealer) was that kubota replaced this part on the new x machines with what you see now do too a problem with the old type wearing out due to the LACK of movement thus causing failure (so it's a new part) . All of the dealers I spoke with said that they not had any machines in for service for this issue to date and have sold a few each. One did mention a issue with shifting which was said to be just an adjustment.

I have owned 2 kubota tractors over the last 10 years and have had just one minor issue which was promptly taken care of, I guess we'll see how this plays out but I feel pretty confident that Kubota will address it . I hope this helps.

BS responses from the dealers. I'd steer way clear of those particular dealers. They want to sell machines. The movement will turn into more movement very quickly. Funny how many machines, cars, trucks, tractors, atvs, etc are out there and NONE of them have play unless there is a problem. As for none being in for service give it a little bit of time. I know of at least three machines now that the factory is wanting to tear down. They really don't have to, they can look at a new one and see what is going on, but I guess that is what they want to do.

If I were you I'd wait until they start rolling them of the line FIXED

 

[PrimeTime327]

Called my dealer yesterday. The fellow over the shop was concerned about it too. So happens they have a tech at Kubota school this week and he was notifying him to talk to Kubota concerning this while he is there. I will post when I know something. I really don't want to regret purchasing this instead of another Polaris. Hopefully, Kubota will step up and fix this.

Have you heard anything yet?

I'm heading out for another 150 mile trip to my dealership. The first time was the coolant leak issue, now the suspension play!
From what I've read it is a widespread problem.
I really like my X-1100 and just hope Kubota can get our replacement parts out to us soon.

 

[rapracing]

Have you heard anything yet?

I'm heading out for another 150 mile trip to my dealership. The first time was the coolant leak issue, now the suspension play!
From what I've read it is a widespread problem.
I really like my X-1100 and just hope Kubota can get our replacement parts out to us soon.

Any good news??

 

[PrimeTime327]

Any good news??

Hey rap!

Got it to the dealer & they are going to disassemble it before contacting the Rep.
I should have more info later today or tomorrow.

 

[jamesnp]

Any good news??

No, they are checking with Kubota and do not have an answer for me yet.

James

 

[PrimeTime327]

Has anyone heard anything?

My X-1100 is in the shop, disassembled for the third day waiting on a return call from the KUBOTA Rep!

 

[rapracing]

Nothing here yet Prime,,

Mine is to go to the dealer this week to be torn down and checked. Funny though, the dealer told me he told Kubota it was pointless to bring mine in because he could show him the one on the show room floor doing the same thing as mine. Kubota told him mine needed to be there

 

[Tailrotor]

How Many X Models - Page 2 - Net Tractor Talk

Here's a link to another site that has a good breakdown of the parts that have the issues on the new RTV X look at post 26