Buying Advice mid pto kit yes no ?

[SDT]

Should I add it? Can't think of any use for me, don't need a snow blower, but only $377.00, or can you add later easily. Watch all those messick videos about snowblowing for a loaded grand l5460, I've put almost ever option it.

It depends upon the model that you have.

Yes, a mid PTO can be installed after build on all models upon which it is an available option but it is not cost effective to do so on some models because some require a split.

Two years ago, I bought a GK6060 ROPS.I usually buy ROPS tractors to allow worry free operation beneath trees, etc.

I considered a mid PTO upon purchase even though I had no need for one at the time. My salesman told me that it could be easily installed later for about $650. As it turns out, this is true for cab models but not ROPS models. For whatever reason, Kubota has decided to build GL ROPS tractors without the internal shaft needed to mount a mid PTO. Installing the mid PTO is easy but installing the internal shaft and gear requires a split making after build installation non cost effective. A similar situation exists for the B3350SU and, probably, others.

Earlier this year, I stumbled across a very good on a sold but unused snow blower for a GL6060. Though I did not really need it, it was such a good deal that I would have bought it anyway. This is how I found out about the internal shaft/gear.

Verify your application with Kubota and do not take your salesman's word.

I would just pay the $377 and get it. There is no downside other than cost and a small reduction in ground clearance. Ground clearance is why I did not buy it for my GL6060.

SDT

 

[SDT]

One would think.it comes with a screw on cover, but neither of us knows that answer, so I'll wait for a knowledgeable answer, just like the guy who recommended water pump additive rust preventive and lubricant answer. Along with the good advice I got on front and rear camera's.

No, it does not, but exposure is not an issue in all but extraordinarily unusual situations.

 

[SDT]

Looked at messicks and number of kits are there, but could not find a specific version, but about twice the price of new order.

Such kits are so called "whole goods," which must be ordered differently than parts.

SDT

 

[RoyKing]

Wednesday I'm placing my order and will add it in, although with cost of that front hitch and the fact that FEL has too come off to use it I doubt I'll ever use it, but I think it could help with resale value, makes the tractor of more use to cold climate group.

 

[9973720wb19]

i ordered my JD 4720 cab that I have a few years ago with a MM PTO - i owned this tractor for about 4 years and never used the mid PTO.

 

[RoyKing]

I think the third rear hyd will be the same way but $650 on a $50k tractor with 0% financing why not.

 

[moship]

"Looked at messicks and number of kits are there, but could not find a specific version, but about twice the price of new order."

Such kits are so called "whole goods," which must be ordered differently than parts.
SDT

To build on this. The kits found in Wholegoods are not twice the cost. They are generally the same if adding the option to a new tractor or purchasing afterwards.

 

[RoyKing]

"Looked at messicks and number of kits are there, but could not find a specific version, but about twice the price of new order."



To build on this. The kits found in Wholegoods are not twice the cost. They are generally the same if adding the option to a new tractor or purchasing afterwards.

What about cost of installation?

 

[PaulL2]

What about cost of installation?

Probably depends if you're installing yourself or the dealer is installing. And the cost to the dealer is the same either way, but you have transport each way to pay for, and less leverage to deal for a free install from the dealer.

 

[SDT]

Probably depends if you're installing yourself or the dealer is installing. And the cost to the dealer is the same either way, but you have transport each way to pay for, and less leverage to deal for a free install from the dealer.

"Free install?"

It's been a long time since I've seen one of those.

SDT