Sometimes you just want to flip off the universe...

[tacticalturnip]

Well I took a visit to the dealer on Monday and took a look at some new CK's and I straight-up don't understand how exactly this happened; there are two bolts holding the hook at the angle it's at, presumably this would prevent it from moving as it did. So I let the dealer know the issue I was having, showed them the photos, and they'd mentioned checking the bolts on my machine as they'd had at least one come from the factory missing a bolt- and maybe they'd missed it in there prep. I headed home with the intention of checking, and sending them the results. Well, as you can see from the photos- two bolts, two bolts still in there proper spot. Again, I pulled this away from the tank by hand, I can't see any other damage aside from the hole in the fuel tank. That said, I don't necessarily know what I'd be looking for.

I'm lost, I've not heard word back from the dealer but I've reserved a trailer and I'll be dropping the CK off tomorrow. If this is covered, awesome, if it's not- well, it's a learning experience. I love the tractor, but it's especially useless to me with a hole that low in the fuel tank.

 

[tacticalturnip]

On a more enjoyable note, installed my seat cover and grille guard; I'm quite happy with both.

 

[Lineman North Florida]

Well I took a visit to the dealer on Monday and took a look at some new CK's and I straight-up don't understand how exactly this happened; there are two bolts holding the hook at the angle it's at, presumably this would prevent it from moving as it did. So I let the dealer know the issue I was having, showed them the photos, and they'd mentioned checking the bolts on my machine as they'd had at least one come from the factory missing a bolt- and maybe they'd missed it in there prep. I headed home with the intention of checking, and sending them the results. Well, as you can see from the photos- two bolts, two bolts still in there proper spot. Again, I pulled this away from the tank by hand, I can't see any other damage aside from the hole in the fuel tank. That said, I don't necessarily know what I'd be looking for.

I'm lost, I've not heard word back from the dealer but I've reserved a trailer and I'll be dropping the CK off tomorrow. If this is covered, awesome, if it's not- well, it's a learning experience. I love the tractor, but it's especially useless to me with a hole that low in the fuel tank.

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If for some reason they don't cover it, I would get a plastic welding kit from Harbor Freight and weld that mother up, my wife knocked a hole in my then brand new Gravely zero turn mower gas tank, you guessed it bottom corner, I took it off plastic welded it and it's been more than 5 years and never leaked a drop. It was a really easy fix and way cheaper than a new tank.

 

[Lineman North Florida]

On a more enjoyable note, installed my seat cover and grille guard; I'm quite happy with both.

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I don't pay much attention now days , but are those tires a standard type on Kioti's or a special order, they look a lot like an ATV tire tread design.

 

[tacticalturnip]

If for some reason they don't cover it, I would get a plastic welding kit from Harbor Freight and weld that mother up, my wife knocked a hole in my then brand new Gravely zero turn mower gas tank, you guessed it bottom corner, I took it off plastic welded it and it's been more than 5 years and never leaked a drop. It was a really easy fix and way cheaper than a new tank.

I'm not familiar with plastic welding, though I've heard of it; I'm hoping it ends up being a non-issue but if need be I'm within a reasonable distance of a Harbor Freight and I'm not afraid to give repairing the tank a shot.

Picked up the trailer this morning; my utility trailer wasn't enough, but this thing may have been a tad overkill. Well, at least for my RAM as it's setup; it'd have been a whole lot cooler if I could have used those trailer brakes. Ironically I've got the controller from my last truck sitting in my glove box. When it was empty the Hudson bucked like a mother, and beat my poor truck senseless- but loaded it was actually quite smooth, so long as I kept it steady.

I've not used a trailer of this size in over a decade.



It was a bit of an adventure; I appreciate that it wasn't a long trip.

 

[LS Tractor Owner]

Hope the dealer comes through for you!
I will second the idea of plastic welding the tank vs. buying a new one.

 

[IndyJay]

I don't pay much attention now days , but are those tires a standard type on Kioti's or a special order, they look a lot like an ATV tire tread design.

These are R14 tires. I got them on my DK4510 and like them better than the R1s on my old tractor.

 

[Torvy]

One of the reasons I prefer a TYM 494 rather than the smaller, cheaper T474 is the location of the fuel tank.

Hope all works out.

 

[Lineman North Florida]

These are R14 tires. I got them on my DK4510 and like them better than the R1s on my old tractor.

10-4 can't say that I have ever saw a set down in these parts, but I have never laid eyes on a Kioti tractor down here either, I know there have to be some as there is a dealer about 40 miles from here , they are a good looking tire though.

 

[IndyJay]

10-4 can't say that I have ever saw a set down in these parts, but I have never laid eyes on a Kioti tractor down here either, I know there have to be some as there is a dealer about 40 miles from here , they are a good looking tire though.

It's not just Kioti. They are available on all tractors. There was no up-charge from the standard R4. They ride smooth on hard surfaces with the center tread the way it is. Aren't as hard on the turf as R1. On second season, I'll see how they wear. Same carcass as R4.

 

[Midniteoyl]

Well I took a visit to the dealer on Monday and took a look at some new CK's and I straight-up don't understand how exactly this happened; there are two bolts holding the hook at the angle it's at, presumably this would prevent it from moving as it did. So I let the dealer know the issue I was having, showed them the photos, and they'd mentioned checking the bolts on my machine as they'd had at least one come from the factory missing a bolt- and maybe they'd missed it in there prep. I headed home with the intention of checking, and sending them the results. Well, as you can see from the photos- two bolts, two bolts still in there proper spot. Again, I pulled this away from the tank by hand, I can't see any other damage aside from the hole in the fuel tank. That said, I don't necessarily know what I'd be looking for.

I'm lost, I've not heard word back from the dealer but I've reserved a trailer and I'll be dropping the CK off tomorrow. If this is covered, awesome, if it's not- well, it's a learning experience. I love the tractor, but it's especially useless to me with a hole that low in the fuel tank.

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Sorry I missed this.. The top hole on that bracket is oversized/slotted. It will pivot in and out about 1.5" or so. When in, it should not hit the tank (mine doesnt, though its real close.). I have no idea if this is intentional or not, but thats the way it is. You can tighten those bolts more. Maybe use a lock washer or lock tight too.

 

[tacticalturnip]

I just realized that I never updated this thread! My dealer didn't have a fuel tank in stock, so they pulled one off of a sitting machine and it was covered under warranty.

Topsham Tractor in Topsham, Maine; they've treated me well, thus far, and deserve the credit.



I've been quite happy with my CK2610, and I'd be inclined to recommend it for it's niche; high-weight, low horsepower, with strong hydraulics.

 

[grsthegreat]

i had a critter of some kind chew thru my fuel tank on my DK45. you could see the teeth marks. i ordered a new tank, but in the mean time i used JB weld gas tank repair kit. my damage was near bottom of tank.

that was about 9 years ago. i still have new tank sitting in my shop. the repaired tank is still in tractor. i also added a screen over tank to discourage critters.

some day i may take 4 hours and install new tank......but i doubt it.

 

[tacticalturnip]

That's a new one for me! Good thinking on the wire mesh.

 

[grsthegreat]

I just hope the critter enjoyed their mouthfull of diesel.

damn rodents

the screen worked…..if not, i was going to wrap it in 16g steel.

 

[ruffdog]

i had a critter of some kind chew thru my fuel tank on my DK45. you could see the teeth marks. i ordered a new tank, but in the mean time i used JB weld gas tank repair kit. my damage was near bottom of tank.

that was about 9 years ago. i still have new tank sitting in my shop. the repaired tank is still in tractor. i also added a screen over tank to discourage critters.

some day i may take 4 hours and install new tank......but i doubt it.





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I had a critter chew a hole through my log splitter fuel tank just like that. I used my soldering gun to weld it up with strips of plastic cut from black plastic oil bottles. It went real good and is much heavier than original, doesn't leak even after many years. I think what guaranteed it not to leak is my new replacement tank is sitting on the shelf.

 

[grsthegreat]

i read up on whats involved on swapping fuel tanks on my tractor.,.... thaTS WHY THE NEW TANK IS ON THE SHELF.

 

[MinnesotaEric]

Goober on some motoseal over the gash and carry on.

https://www.amazon.com/Permatex-29132-MotoSeal-Ultimate-Gasket/dp/B000HBGHKE/ref=asc_df_B000HBGHKE/

Alternatively, get a plastic welding kit, and repair it as it is super easy. See my video below.

 

[tacticalturnip]

Goober on some motoseal over the gash and carry on.

https://www.amazon.com/Permatex-29132-MotoSeal-Ultimate-Gasket/dp/B000HBGHKE/ref=asc_df_B000HBGHKE/

Alternatively, get a plastic welding kit, and repair it as it is super easy. See my video below.

I'm going to look into plastic welding, just because it seems useful at this point. I'll give your video a watch!

 

[ruffdog]

When I welded my fuel tank, I used the flat smoothing tip like this one.

https://www.amazon.com/Weller-Smoot...DFFxQuOlHxShBBAfjRLk9tvU3vkelLtoaAnSNEALw_wcB