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My .02 cents worth. I would definitely go with a commercial unit the hydraulics on the ones at the big box stores are not as well built and are more prone to fail over time . And yes I’m a firm believer in diesel. I’m on my second diesel Kubota after several gas zero turns i still have a small...

What is the implement on the front of the kubota

As the two specialist told me three plus years ago when my wife was diagnosed with Alzheimer’s the several things you can do to prolong somewhat getting the disease I’d eat health, watch your weight and stay physically and mentally active and challenged. Unfortunately y wife has never been...

Years ago I tried mowing with a mid mount on my then owned BX it was ok but not great as it is less nimble than a zero turn, slower and the blade tip speed is slower . Plus if I left the front loader on getting into tight places was harder. For the last 20 years I have mowed with a ZD currently...

As others have said, I tried a backhoe on a small tractor years ago and if you only want to dig a hole like for a tree, it works, but if you have to dig a trench or something where you’re moving, it becomes cumbersome as you constantly have to bring in the outriggers move the tractor shut...

Don’t know whether I’ve posted it on this topic before but I can tell you some has said being a caregiver is a very stressful thing. My wonderful wife of over 57 years was diagnosed three years ago with Alzheimer’s and I kept her home for two years as her soul caretaker until both our daughter...

Took my baby for a run today. I try to get it out every week five speed no computers no power or anything except brakes. It was originally I built it as a track car and now I just drive it weekly. It’s been an 18 year project of love the base car is a 19 Euro Porsche 911 SC. And it brings a...

I’ll look into it thanks

I agree and if my leg allowed me to comfortably walk and push a spreader that is the way I would go in a heartbeat . So I’m looking for an alternative

How did you mount the motor to replace the pto drive

I see pluses and minuses on both. Biggest grip about B is poor seat and location of gas filler cap. Biggest minuses on BX are lower ground clearance reduced lifting and engine having to run higher RPM to get power Went from a grand L cabbed last year to a BX and am second guessing myself . I’m...

Actually yes and they quickly and humbly admitted their mistakes and corrected it. Good dealer that I have done a lot of business with over the years

A follow up the local dealer noted the error and they re routed the hoses and I have put the late n to protect all the underside vulnerable parts

Title says it all . I have one acre. A BX and a leg that makes pushing a spreader not fun

A word of caution, I had a third function valve put on my BX 2680 for my grapple and was happy with everything until I got under the tractor . Instead of routing the hydraulic hoses inside what frame as all the other hoses and wiring are routed the across the underside of the frame rail and...

General class licensed in 1956 boy have things changed . Primarily on 20 and 75 meters now but over the years have enjoyed working satellites also RTTY and 2 meter SSB great hobby unfortunately at my age can’t climb to work on antennas any more

If it helps, I’ve had an RTV 500 for over six years. I think I have 650 hours on it and it still runs like a champ. It’ll do everything I wanted to do is get the front grill guard. Yes get a windshield and I put Trailer hitch balls, front and rear and I have a winch in the front on mine and I’ve...

I am 82 and like you shoveling is not part of my job title any more I have a kubota 008 mini excavator which weighs 2400 lbs and does very thing I need no cab, biggest thing to remember is its limitations. I took a tree stump out this past summer just too a little longer but much easier then...

If you are going to get a grapple, and I use mine often on my BX2680, make sure and put an expanded metal brush guard insert on your front brush guard to protect your radiator. If not it’s not if you will put a limb through the radiator it’s when

I use my land pride grapple on the BX far more than the bucket. For rear weight I keep the box blade on the three point and have suitcase weights to hang on it should I need more ballast. Strongly recommend a third function set up rather than a diverted valve

Just ordered one from homestead. I was moving brush for a neighbor with the grapple on my BX and quickly realized the openings in the grapple could easily allow a branch to get my radiator thus the order as I don’t weld a skill I never learned

What brand is your alum trailer

I’ve gone from small tractors to larger ones and now back to a BX while I have a front bucket the grapple gets used the most and then the fork lifts . On the back either my airiator or box blade anything to preserve what’s left of this 82 year old body. The other machine that I have and while...

I had a “B” series Kubota with a cab and found it very “tippy” as the weight is high and the wheelbase narrow. That was years ago and I moved up to a Grand L cabbed as the rear wheel base was almost 13” wider and thus the stability was much better . I’m now back to an open BX which works fine...

For what it is worth, I started 20+ years ago then moved up to a B and finally to a cabbed Grand L. Great tractor but made for large open areas. Last year I downsized to the highest highest hp BX and it does everything I want it to do, maybe a little slower but it can get into places the Grand L...

I have had this tool for several years and recently it has become very hard to start unless the engine is warm. So much so whereas it use to crank on the second pull now even a strong young man has to pull it ten to twenty times…. I’m not young any more . ihave checked the plug and it is clean...

Years ago I went to a zero turn and never looked back several things I’ve learned as a result partially because of lots of joint and spine issues . Get a good seat really important. Second would be a quality machine it will cost more upfront but last for ever relatively maintenance free except...

9 year old diesel Cayenne SUV 35-37+ mpg at 70 mph 28 in town

To add to my previous post , I have added the third function control and a grapple yes overkill but with physical issues and age lifting and carrying are issues I now let mechanical devices take care of . The same with the mini excavator it’s my big shovel again overkill and maybe not wise at my...

Had a B series kubota ( now called LX ) cabbed tractor for a short time and found the narrow wheel base made it very tippy on anything but level ground if you want a cabbed tractor I would suggest the “grand L” series almos ten inch wider stance heavier frame and thus very stable

I would also like to know more about the knife

Thanks for correcting me it is Bayer not Bahr fire ant killer once in a while Lowes Carrie’s it I normally order through Amazon in the spring

I’ve had great success with behr powder in the blue plastic bottle

My .02 e to worth as I said on another post I started with a BX some 25 years ago moved up to a BX with a back hoe ( was not happy with the back hoe lack of flexibility , traded up to a B then a B with cab( poor decision) top heavy then to a cabbed grand L and a small excavator , about six...

Good catch, arthritic hands and age will do that. The word ”free” in the second sentence should read “after” unfortunately that wonderful young lady that has put up with me now has advanced Alzheimer’s . I’m the full time caretaker and our love is still as strong s ever

Met my wife at a party , five days later I proposed and that was 56 years ago . No we did not tell our kids until free they were married

willy so sorry for your loss . I knew my wife for five days when I proposed and that was 56 years ago . She has been my foundation and still the Apple in my eye. I did four tours in VietNam and she shouldered the load and kept the home fires burning while raising our two kids. Our life has been...

I have a 6’ land pride I pull behind a 37 hp grand L and I could not be happier

With a bad right leg the treadle on the BX and B series was a pain. Upgraded to an L with cab and the re designed peddle is a dream

I feel like a youngster as I only turn 80 this year been a great journey and I’m not ready to slow down

not to correct you but the most American truck is the Honda Ridgeline with over 70% of the parts American . The Toyota trucks are assembled in San Antonio but parts come from various locations as does the parts of almost anything you buy in this world economy

Close to home, last spring my wife was hit by an Amazon contract driver who ran a stop sign. He was cited as being at fault. The situation became more interesting as he provided the police false information as to his insurance and truck ownership. It took two weeks and a letter to Amazon CEO to...

I had the dealer put a double step on my L 3560 before I took delivery makes it. Uncheck easier to get in and out

I use to keep a ballast box on the tractor until I found the “big tool rack” while some have said it’s too expensive I find it’s usefulness justifies the cost. Doesn’t extend any further than a box blade, allows me to keep all my yard tools organized and available and the large storage bin is...

Would like to have two. Traded up from a BX to a B ( in fact I’ve had two “B’s) one open and one cabbed the cabbed was too heavy . Traded up to a Cabbed “L” and love it but would like to also have a BX for the small jobs in tight places . For 90+ percent of what I do the “L” is perfect . Very...

For what it is worth, I have had several BX and B series tractors and now a L 3560 and I could not be happier . The extra weight and wider track makes all the difference. I only gained about 12 hp but the weight difference larger hydraulic package is a significant upgrade while still having a...

those thirteen young men, Americas real hero’s, understand freedom so much better then any of the people in Washington or as someone far smarter than me once said there have only been two people that died for you, the American soldier for your freedom and Jesus for you soul . God bless each of...

I’m surprised no one had a comment

Has anyone replaced the brake pads on their RTV 500. If not standby for sticker shock. The cost for pads alone is $72 per wheel . That’s $ 288 for all four wheels brake pads only and you instal no rotor work … and I thought Porsche parts were expensive

I ha e a kubota RTV 500 with a gas engine a d in motion it records 91-97 db on my meter held at chest height

I echo the great service. Mine arrived short some parts and Tim had them to me in a day. I say again great product and great service . Oh by the way quality costs money and I feel I got great quality and a very useful product for the money spent

Even though he is my cousin I’m out of it, he is having two workers hand fill the ruts and not doing anything about the leach field ….oh well not my problem anymore

i would agree except that the soil is so saturated from all the rain. After all they drove on it within 24 hours after 3 plus inches of rain that was preceeded by additional rain some of the ruts are about a foot deep and it’s multiple lines of deep ruts covering a large portion of a yard that...

Guys thank you I looked at it again this morning and he brought in a dually wrecker to get the dump trailer loaded with old shingles out and the yard is now really a mess. I estimate at least 8 yards of topsoil need and most of the yard regraded to do it right. It is a mess and yes they drove...

Because his leach field is in the front yard. And as of last evening the trailer was still there and well embedded. There is lots of repair and I don’t want to put my tractor on it . We shall see not to bright on his part with almost four inches of rain in the last seven days on already...

That was my view to keep anything heavy off it I went by tonight and the dump trailer filled with roof singles has sunk almost to its axles , should be fun getting it out . He needs to use he money he foolishly saved to get some labor to hand rake the topsoil or sandy loam he needs to order in...

My neighbor , we are related is having his roof replaced and the low budget crew he chose showed up today. We had 2.4” inches of rain last night and the soil is already very moist. The workers drove their trucks and trailers on his front lawn and left ruts some 10” plus deep. Naturally he, my...

A great product I discovered. I have always just put my tools for a project in the tractor bucket or in the two pieces of PVC I cemented vertically in my bassist box. When I got to the project I would remove the tools from the loader bucket. Then by chance I discovered the “Big Tool Rack” it’s...

Jeff you make a good point thanks

Had R4 s on my B2601 and my L3560 just delivered with the same tire. Since I normally operate on turf or roads and not in fields, woods etc I’m thinking of moving to turf tires for a smoother ride and less damage to turf .... comments

Another consideration, most oil pans on today’s cars are alum , and the drain plugs are still steel. Bottom line there is a torque value to prevent stripping the threads on the oil pan and it is not “good and tight”

As I told someone this morning if you have not served in combat you do not fully appreciate the importance of this day. The names may become vague but the faces of my friends lost will always be in my memory. They gave up their youth so we could all be free. To their families my prayer that you...

I ha e had several B and BX tractors and as I get older the throttle peddle is becoming more painful ( lots of disc damage) additional,y climbing a ladder to fill the diesel is a pain . Bit the bullet and have a L3560 coming ..... and my wife said don’t forget the cab .... love that lady. I...

Appreciate your comments and making me really think the upgrade. I use my tractor often just not for long periods . Lots of 15 minute to 1/2 hour chores . Doing these chores lots of on and off the tractor with it idling, all things it seems are bad with the re gen engines

I’m negotiating to upgrade my B2601 to a L 3540 for a number of reasons ie location of fuel filler, throttle peddle especially reverse, increased stability a cab etc however now I am getting cold feet as I read about the re gen issues with tractors really all diesels over 26 hp . Would someone...

I drove the new LX and it has the same track as a “B” it’s basically a rebadged B 2650 cab tractor

One other feature of the “L” I wish they had on the smaller tractors is placement of the fuel filler. Unlike the smaller ones where it is on top fo the engine hood ... a pain for us older and shorter guys, they put it down low at about the same height as you would find it on your car. Not a big...

Honestly can’t remember what tires were on the cabbed B 2650 but it was uncomfortable on anything but level ground. currently running an open B2601 . Drove an LX 2610 and it is simply a re badged B2650 cabbed with a few cosmetic upgrades. Foolishly I then drove an L 3560 and wow. Stable, roomy...

that was my impression also, was hoping they would have widened the track a little for the cabbed model to compensate for the higher center of gravity

Question for the experts is the new Kubota LX 2610 cab tractor the same size etc as the previous B 2650 cab ? Had a B 2650 cab and found the narrow rear tread width and high center of gravity with cab to make it very “tippy” on anything but level smooth ground. Specs show the LX2610 to have the...

I have had several BX and a B then I got the B with cab and kept it about a year and went back to an open B . The reason was the B with its narrow width was top heave and “ tippy” with a cab. Re thinking as we have had a wet spring and the bugs especially mosquitos are heavy and the air hot and...

What size tractor are you getting , if you are getting a compact like a kubota “B” stay away from the cab, while nice the tractor has a narrow wheel base and thus with the cab is top heavy and more prone to tipping in uneven ground. Not a problem with a larger tractor

That’s why I fold them in when not on the road. I also welded a receiver hitch to the back of the ballast box.

Besides the bucket which I have added chain hooks to the neighborhood likes the fact I have quick change pallet forks

My B 2601 mods. The top picture is the step which is standard on the 2650 but the holes are there to mount it on the 2601 The second picture shows the mirrors and the expanded metal I welded to the grill guard for exert protection from brush. Additionally you can see the lights mounted on the...

I have had a middle mower on several smal tractors and while they are convent in that they do not increase the length of the tractor . The bad thing is they reduce the ground clearance of the tractor for other uses . I would agree a flail mower is a good option and does not increase the length...

I use a ballast box on my B2601 . I have modified it to hold garden tools. I use to have a box series with a backhoe and found it to be cumbersome and a little too heavy. Also I found the back home to be limited and required constant movement an set up to dig anything other than a stationary...

My over 20 year old craftsman torque wrenches are tired so I知 looking for new ones . Snap on are prices but considered high quality. In my search I致e come across Precision Instruments expensive but more reasonable than snap on . Has anyone had experience with this brand

Decided I needed a pic up as the family SUV limited large items and I always had to take a trailer to Home Depot. I spec壇 out a 2020 Ford F-150 Lariat on their configurator website and printed it out. Off to the local dealer. The sales person confirmed on his computer my build was do able and...

Once you have have had a diesel Zero turn with its higher torque its hard to go back to gas. I had a ZD 1800 with a 54" deck for over 13 years and trade it for a ZD1211 with a 60" deck last year. Could not be happier with the newer deck raising and lowering system and the much improved seat...

Well over ten years ago I saw the need for a small tractor and bought a Kubota BX__ did most oil what I wanted as it was my first tractor but after a few years I felt I needed a backhoe so I traded for a BX25. Good little tractor but the backhoe has limitations for my uses. unless I was digging...

My Stihl gas weed trimmer is showing its age and I'm at least thinking about replacing it with a battery powered one. My lot is an acre and it takes me about 35 minutes to trim around flowerbeds, buildings and edge a 200 ft long driveway. So have any had experience good or bad with the Stihl or...

Probably there wrong forum but here goes. I'm starting to look for a pick up as the more chores/ projects, the more I get frustrated loading things in the SUV and or having to hook up my utility trailer to carry the needed stuff. Looking primarily at a FORD F 150 with the 5.0 engine etc. Only...

I'm thinking of a canopy for my ZD 1211 to provide some sun protection. My dealer suggested the "Orange aftermarket" fiberglass one with built in downdraft fan. He said that besides sun protection the downdraft fan will provide cooling air AND help in dispersing dust. Has anyone used this...

Does anyone have this unit. Thinking about it for my BX 2680 as a rear mower is easier to attach and take off than a belly mower . My tractor is a back up mower to my ZD 1800 but occasionally I need to mow large areas ie a 2200 ft long grass runway and thus the question about the FDr 1660 Thanks

My new BX 2680 was delivered yesterday and after starting I noticed the idle speed to be 1500 RPM which seemed high. I questioned the delivery person and he said that was normal. There is no reference in the owners manual as to correct idled speed and my maintenance manual is on order. Anyone...

Those with a BX with backhoe, how often do you use it and or do you regret getting it. I have a little over an acre and ordering a BX 2680 as a 菟ower wheel barrow and at 76 with a back issue maybe I need a power shovel as well

Years ago I started with BX and up graded several tractors then went tractorless. Now with age and back issues I need a powered wheel barrow and am looking at the BX 2680 to service my one plus acre yard . Comments on that tractor are appreciated

I have had my B 2650 for almost a year and really enjoy the comfort from heat, dust and bugs with the cab. I had asked my dealer about spacers and he told me known were available for this tractor. As for noise I wear Bose Quiet Comfort head sets that cut out the noise but still let me hear...

I have had mine about four months and it is great. Traded in a B 2920 and have not looked back. The cab is great summer and winter, the increased hydraulic capability is welcome. The only caution is being a narrow wheelbase tractor it is slightly top heavy, not dangerous just be aware. My...

My box, total weight including concrete is just approximately 500 lbs and balances nicely on my B series. Welded a receiver hitch at the bottom and as others have suggested mounted PVC for holstering rakes and or shovels

Anyone have any experience with the kubota RTV 500 utility vehicle. Specifically reliability, seating, quietness of the engine, and towing. how much tongue weight etc. Thanks, i'm looking as a better option than my current electric golf cart for work around the place

I mow an acre at least once a week and sometimes help mow the common area of our neighborhood. I could not be happier with my Kubota ZD 18 which has served me well for over 10 years. I have not had single issue with it. Built like a tank, gets in tight places and there little three cylinder...

I had to show an image of my ten year old Kubota ZD 1800 a great mowing machine By the way, sorry for the duplicates and the images upside down. My first attempt at uploading images on this forum and I have no clue what I got dups nor why they uploaded upside down

Showing rear camera mount and monitor on dash

Here are shots of the new style "quick attach" FEL makes it a snap to change from bucket to ballot forks. Also see the changes to the new style three point hitch

My B 2650 . The ballast box is filled with 400 lbs of concrete, the two PVC tubes imbedded in the concrete are rake and shovel holders

I have one of the "Cab Cam" cam eras that is about 2.5 years old and I have noticed over the last year or so that the monitor case surface has been deteriorating and becoming sticky on the surface. The monitor is never left in the sun ( when I have it on the tractor it is mostly shaded by the...

Anyone put a ham radio transceiver on their tractor? Don't know why I am thinking about it but it does sound interesting

I have started to look at both these tractors as a possible upgrade/ replacement for my B2920 and ZD mower. My main reason is twofold, the heat in South Texas and the dust (its dry here send rain). My B 2920 does everything I ask of it so its not a matter of having the wrong tractor, just would...

Every time I go to the local Kubota dealer my eye goes to the air conditioned cabs on the small tractors ( I have a B 2920) but I never got one as I use a hand hose and nozzle on my sprayer a lot. That said I wish I did have a cab on my zero turn mower as here in Texas this time of year it is...

As some of you have read, I decided to upgrade from a BX 25 to a B 2920 and I now have almost three hours on the new tractor. I am very happy with my decision. First, I was not really using the back hoe (except to do work for others) and second, I wanted more power for increase hydraulics...

Just for the heck of it would like comments on the pluses and minus of upgrading from a BX 25 (pre D) to a B2620. Yes, I know I would lose the back hoe which in reality I rarely use. My rational and feel free to shoot it down. First I have a one acre lot but I do help neighbors in the rural...

Over three weeks ago I placed an order with Everything Attachments for a lawn plugger/aerator and at that time was told it would be up to two weeks to build and ship it. I said I understood that and that I could therefore expect it at my door around the end of May. The answer was yes. They...

I may have asked this question before but now that my plugger is but a week away I'm getting nervous. It will attach to my three point hitch on my BX 25 (not the "D") I will keep the FEL on for counter ballast. The issue is the plugger is 36" wide but weighs 650 lbs. The three point hitch is...

Looking for a aerator/ plugger to attach to my BX 25. Most of the ones I have found are 72" or larger. That size would not work on a normal lawn evan a large one constantly working around trees, scrubs etc. There has got to be a manufacture that makes one approximately 48" wide that attaches...

I went to the local Kubota dealership where I have spent far too much money over the years to get my gas powered hedge trimmer repaired ( still under warranty) and in the front lot was a new B2650 with factory cab. First thought, I don't need a new tractor, but I looked it over. Very nice. I...

I'm sure this has been discussed many times but let's do it again. I'm looking for a new chain saw. I currently have the Stihl trimmer on a pole that is great and I use ot have the Stihl 16" bar chain saw that needed replacement. My local dealer recommended the EHCO 16 in bar. I have used it...

Tried to post this earlier but for some unknown reason it did not appear. With the recent rain in our area (YEA after a long dry spell) the weeds have come out. It was time to take the backhoe off and put the Belton sprayer on to attack the broad-leaf weeds. This gave me the first opportunity...

With the rain we have had YEA the weeds are coming up so I decided I better put the sprayer back in the BX 25 which meant the backhoe had to come off. This was my first time taking it off and also using my BX expanded back hoe dolly. I took my time to make sure I did not harm anything and it...

South Texas, San Antonio area, 30 degrees with a chill factor to 24. going up to 67. We are still very much in need of rain.

I currently have a BX 2360 with turf tires. They were selected to minimize damage on my lawn I'm about to upgrade to a BX 25 and would like to know what tires the majority are using on their BX 25's. Most of the ones I see have the "industrial " tire and I'm leaning toward the turf tires for...

I have touched on this before but here goes again. For those with BX 1860 or 2360 tractors, do you wish you had gotten a BX 25 instead? Also for those that do have a BX 25 how often and how useful is the back hoe. Reason for the questions is I have some need for a small back hoe to avoid using...

Several months ago I purchased a Kubota BX 2360 tractor. I have been very happy with it, and have used the front loader for moving dirt and the chain hooks on the loader to help neighbors pull small dead trees and fence posts. When I bought it I choose a box blade for the rear to provide counter...

I have a Kubota BX 2360 with front loader and rear box blade. When I purchased it I chose a four foot rear box blade as first, I wanted something to counter balance the front loader and second an attachment that would be useful rather than a "rock box" Well the dealer substituted a five foot...

Hopefully i will get more responses with this then I am with the other thread. I plan to tow aprox. 4500 lbs on the highway. 1200 lbs alum trailer with surge brakes and at most 3200 lbs of cargo (sports car or tractor) My current tow vehicle is a 2007 Toyota Tacoma 2 wheel drive pick up with...

As the title says looking for a small preferably dump style utility trailer can be manual or hydraulic. Ideally something like the Maxi products MDT58-3-Sa (but that is probably out of my price class. This one is a 5' x 8' with a GVWR of 2999 and a payload of 17xx lbs and or 2.2 cu yds...

New Member. About to buy a small Kubota tractor and can't decide which one. Had a 2200 several years ago and found I did not use it that much as I was always taking the loader off and on as well as the reduced ground clearance with the belly mower. Traded for a Kubota ZD 1800 mower which I plan...