Kubota M series Seat repair or replacement

[case580c]

I have an M5140HD, I am assuming most if not all the Series M tractors would use the same seat parts. Please correct me if I am incorrect.*

My (new to me) tractor was left outdoors the seat exterior coverings cracked & pieces missing, even the foam cushions under the coverings, are wore away some.*

I could almost just recover them but with the condition of the foam cushions think it is best to replace them.*

I need to take the seat frame componets apart as it will not slide foward or to the rear as parts are froze together.*

I believe cleaning and lubing componets and it will be as good as new, once I install new cushions.

Also the stock folding arm rests need to be replaced

And the small shock assorber (ABSORBER,SHOCK p/n 3C081-85080) on the seat support frame is broken, at end of rod at weld I think I may be able to reweld it as I recall Kubota wants over 190 bucks for just this small shock!

As I see it I can either just replace the cushions or replace the entire assembly,*

Just a matter of costs & time spent

Would like your opinions on where to go for a decent replacement source other than Kubota as they what way to much for a replacemet*

Thanks, Bill

 

[Jerry/MT]

I have an M5140HD, I am assuming most if not all the Series M tractors would use the same seat parts. Please correct me if I am incorrect.*

My (new to me) tractor was left outdoors the seat exterior coverings cracked & pieces missing, even the foam cushions under the coverings, are wore away some.*

I could almost just recover them but with the condition of the foam cushions think it is best to replace them.*

I need to take the seat frame componets apart as it will not slide foward or to the rear as parts are froze together.*

I believe cleaning and lubing componets and it will be as good as new, once I install new cushions.

Also the stock folding arm rests need to be replaced

And the small shock assorber (ABSORBER,SHOCK p/n 3C081-85080) on the seat support frame is broken, at end of rod at weld I think I may be able to reweld it as I recall Kubota wants over 190 bucks for just this small shock!

As I see it I can either just replace the cushions or replace the entire assembly,*

Just a matter of costs & time spent

Would like your opinions on where to go for a decent replacement source other than Kubota as they what way to much for a replacemet*

Thanks, Bill

I responded to your query on OTT. Unless you want to have a Kubota genuine seat, google" tractor seats" or "Kubota M5340HD tractor seat" and see what you get.

 

[oosik]

Bill - I would try a place like Messicks - they could undoubtedly have replacements. I know there are other aftermarket places - Grammar, Thomas Scott, K&M. These three make aftermarket "normal" AND air ride seats.

However - if I had to replace the seat on my M6040 - I might go with an air ride seat. I don't have a cab but the tractor is stored under cover away from the weather and sun.

It get very tiring - bouncing up/down - in direct opposition the the movement of the seat.

 

[case580c]

I responded to your query on OTT. Unless you want to have a Kubota genuine seat, google" tractor seats" or "Kubota M5340HD tractor seat" and see what you get.

What or where is OTT is it another forum? Sorry but I am drawing a blank

 

[fruitcakesa]

What or where is OTT is it another forum? Sorry but I am drawing a blank

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[case580c]

OrangeTractorTalks - Everything Kubota - Powered by vBulletin

Thanks

 

[Jerry/MT]

What or where is OTT is it another forum? Sorry but I am drawing a blank

Orange Tractor Talk. It's a Kubota forum

 

[sixdogs]

There are seats on EBAY from time to time. Many M seats are the same .

 

[chim]

We've had a local auto upholstery shop rebuild forklift seats for us. They replaced foam and did a really nice job for less than $150.

 

[case580c]

We've had a local auto upholstery shop rebuild forklift seats for us. They replaced foam and did a really nice job for less than $150.

That's and excellent tip Thanks I will check that out. I might have to drive North a bit as in my area most shops work on high end autos and charge accordingly

 

[sixdogs]

That's and excellent tip Thanks I will check that out. I might have to drive North a bit as in my area most shops work on high end autos and charge accordingly

We've had seats built and rebuilt by a shop that does small airplanes. Price was much better than an auto shop.