New L6060 - a few questions.

[arkvet]

Just picked up my new kubota L6060 (cabbed) and had a hand full of questions. Rather than post single questions in different forums i thought it would be less messy to just list them out in one thread. Here goes.

1- hydraulic top link. I had two dual rear remotes installed so that one set could operate this. I see there are several choices for size / stroke length / etc. Anyone have a plug and play recommendation (for L6060) for the hydraulic top link. Cylinder with hoses?

2- quick hitch. I’ve always used a quick hitch with my old John Deere. The L6060 has the sliding rear arms to make hooking up a little easier... but my first impression is that it’s still not as efficient as a quick hitch. Do most still use a quick hitch? What are pros and cons of using vs not?

3- lights. I did not get the rear work lights. Read in a few places that OEM sucked and was overpriced. I do have a little a little knowledge on electronics but would like to keep it as simple as possible. I’m thinking of simply switching the bulbs for the front work lights to the brightest LED’s I can get (for now). On the rear I’d be fine with individual (left and right) LED’s or a light bar. I’m not running a backhoe or snow blower so I don’t have to have crazy amounts of light in the back. I might run a planter or bush hog at night and just need to see a little beyond the implement. Is the rear pre wired for work lights?

4- grapple - assuming 5’ wicked root grapple by EA is the way to go?

5- rear wiper - doesn’t appear I have one. I see some have them. Is it preferable / needed?

6- any other advice / recommendations / “do’s / don’t’s” from other owners of an L6060 or comparable tractor ?

 

[RjCorazza]

Just picked up...

1- I have 2 remotes and a toplink, but I had the dealer choose and install it. No idea what it is, but I really like it.

2- Never used a quick hitch, but the extendable lower links make a big difference over a standard hitch.

3- The OEM lights are poor. I replaced my front and rear lights with 54w (9") led flood / spot combos. They turn night into day. I also replaced all of the flashers and headlights with led bulbs to reduce my overall electrical load. The lights are pre wired, without the actual switch and fuse.

4- A grapple is on my wish list, but for now I get by with a set of pallet forks. I think (no experience) that a 5 or 6 foot grapple would be a good match for an L6060

5- I have a rear wiper and defroster for winter snow removal. It works fine, but doesn't cover a very large area. I could probably do without the rear wiper. What Kubota should have done is put intermittent wipers on the cab machines.

6- nothing to offer, other than the L60 series tractors are a joy to operate. The HST+ transmission is packed with features and settings that you should read up on.

Enjoy your new machine!

 

[buck12]

I have 5460 which is very similar to the 6060.

1. I could not figure out which top link to buy. I wound up ordering from Fit Rite a member on TBN. It has not come yet but from other members have said he builds a quality product.

2. I have not added a quick hitch to my tractor. I had a quick hitch on my previous tractor but with the extendable arms I really do not one.

3. The OEM stink. If you add LEDs pleas post.

4. I have a 60” MTL grapple and it served me well for under $1000. I am sure the EA grapples are better quality but I am cheap.

5. I did not opt for the rear wiper.

6. Add a skid plate. The underside of the Grand Ls are soft. And add protect the front end.

You have purchased a great tractor, enjoy.

 

[oosik]

I bought my hydraulic top link from Fit Rite. It has about the same stroke as the OEM manual top link. Maybe a tad longer stroke. It's a real joy to use. Adjustments on the fly. No stopping and twist, twist, etc. You can "tweak" a ground engagement implement until it is working perfectly and NEVER stop for a moment.

I considered a quick hitch. Too many different implements. Each one would require modification to work with the quick hitch. I find the extendable 3-point arms work just fine.

I'm retired. No need to work at night with the tractor. But I agree - OEM lights are pretty weak.

I have a big 'ol Land Pride rock & root grapple. SGC1560. Dealer installed along with the WR Long 3rd function valve. Bought and installed seven years ago. It's a permanent fixture on the FEL. I've NEVER taken the grapple off for any reason.

The M6040 comes with skid plated at critical places. I've added expanded metal to my grill guard to protect from sticks, stobs and limbs. You should consider this before installing a grapple. Your grill, radiator and battery are expensive items.

You might consider adding liquid ballast to the rear tires also. I have 1550# of Rim Guard in the rear tires on my M6040.

 

[RjCorazza]

I've had a grill guard on my radar for a few years, but I'm not much of a welder or fabricator. Unfortunately this spring I ran some brush into the grill and messed it up.
It's cosmetic and not really that bad, but it bugs me. Kubota wants around $375 for that fine mesh grill !

 

[Citydude]

I've had a grill guard on my radar for a few years, but I'm not much of a welder or fabricator. Unfortunately this spring I ran some brush into the grill and messed it up.
It's cosmetic and not really that bad, but it bugs me. Kubota wants around $375 for that fine mesh grill !

Ouch! That's pricey.

I'm far from being a fabricator or welder but managed to get this expanded metal to stick to the factory brush guard.

 

[buck12]

I've had a grill guard on my radar for a few years, but I'm not much of a welder or fabricator. Unfortunately this spring I ran some brush into the grill and messed it up.
It's cosmetic and not really that bad, but it bugs me. Kubota wants around $375 for that fine mesh grill !

That is cheaper than JD plastic. I messed up the grill and hood on my tractor before I installed mesh on my grill guard. I was able to get the hood and metal grill mesh back to 95%.

 

[oosik]

OK, I'll come clean. I took the OEM guard to a local welding shop. A young fellow there did the job. He wanted to paint the upper two halves white with blue eye balls. Bright red for the tongue. I was happy with just plain 'ol black.

 

[buck12]

OK, I'll come clean. I took the OEM guard to a local welding shop. A young fellow there did the job. He wanted to paint the upper two halves white with blue eye balls. Bright red for the tongue. I was happy with just plain 'ol black.

I had a friend to the welding on mine.

 

[3gunr]

Great looking tractor and that planter is really neat , What brand is it and what do you plant with it?