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Question for everyone. When do you know that your belt needs replacing? I replaced the belt tensioner arm and put new blades on. The deck is still vibrating a bit and the other pulleys are all good. Could a bad belt cause the deck to shake a bit? It's like I have something out of balance...

Finally, have a problem with my Kubota deck. Its been pretty flawless since I bought it. The issue I have now is that the belt seems to have more slap than normal and the deck is slightly shaking enough to make you feel it in the seat of your pants. Could bad blades be the cause of this...

Has anyone found a good alternative to the OEM deck wheels. Looked at Stens but they dont sell the bolts with the wheels.

Has anyone used the Fram G2 fuel filter on their BX2230? I need to replace my fuel filters and was wondering if they were a good fit with the bracket in the engine bay.

Well the kid has a car now and I need to move the BX out of the garage. She has been under cover since I bought her. I use the BX with a rear blade and FEL for snow duty so I plan to put her at the end of the drive. If she has to be outside, should I and how should I cover her with a tarp...

Looking for some advice on the BX2750 blower for the BX2230. I'd like to step up to a blower but not sure if its possible to put a front one on the tractor. I have a Woods FEL and BH on the tractor.

Looking for some advice on what a very clean aerator is worth these days. I have a Midwest AE20-48 that I just dont use and plan to sell it. Big question is, what is it actually worth.

I have a Midwest AE20-48 that I've only used a few times. Just too much for me to store at this point. It's been stored inside its whole life and looks like it did when I picked it up. Looking to sell it but not sure what it's worth since Midwest is no longer making equipment from what I can...

I have an RCK 60B that has started to make sporadic noises that sound like a harmonic vibration. It stops quickly and when it lasts longer just turning the deck on and off seems to stop it. Could this be an out of balance blade or could the belt be loose. I'm not sure what the adjustments are...

The questions is, should you remove a few inches of snow from the drive before an ice storm hits or leave it as a base so you can remove the ice easier.

I just did the 300 hour on the BX and didn't have the time to run out to the local Kubota dealer so I hit tractor supply for some Mystik JT5. Seemed like good stuff but I'm not thrilled with the results. I have more hydro whine that before and the hyrdo is just not as smooth. Has anyone else...

Looking at a mulch kit finally. I thought the blades came with it but the dealer says no. I have gator blades on right now, are they all considered a mulching blade. Dont feel like spending $60 on 3 Kubota mulching blades.

Does anyone know if WIX or Napa makes a filter replacement for the BX hydo filters and screen? I was looking at comparisons for the oil, air, and fuel, but nothing for the hydro filter.

Anyone have a recommendation on how much to torque the lugs on a 14" trailer wheel? 90 pounds?

I wanted to start a new thread to get some details on this one. I have a 2000 Yukon XL with a brake controller installed. When I leave my trailer plugged in for a few days, it will drain my trucks battery to nothing. I've read in several posts that the battery is not supposed to charge unless...

I have a tandem axle trailer and currently use it with a brake controller. I'm wondering if I could convert it to a surge brake set up like the UHaul trailers so I can tow it with other trucks that dont have a brake controller installed. Is their a weight limit for surge brakes? The trailer...

I have a 60" deck on my BX2230 and its time for new blades. I dont have a mulch kit but was wondering if new Kubota mulching blades would be a better option than the standard blades. I gave up on Gator Blades since they dont have an exact fit for my deck. Recommendations?

I have a chance at buying a Kubota grass catcher that was on a new 2350 (used once) and I would like to install on my BX2230. The only issue is that I have a Woods FEL and BH on the tractor. I was looking at the manual and it looks like I have to mount some bracket on the back of my tractor...

Has anyone who is outside of Maine registered in the state? I'm a PA resident and I'm thinking of a registration for Maine. I only use the trailer a few times a year and mostly for Boy Scouts dragging all kinds of stuff to summer camp. PA annual inspections are $45 and the registration is...

I have another thread on trailer LEDs but this is more of a nation law question. A web search has found nothing. Do all marker lights on the side of a trailer have to be yellow other than the combination tail lights which have a red side marker. I have a 16' trailer and I wanted to put...

My lights on the trailer were getting a bit 'broken' so I decided to upgrade all to LED's. Question is I want to add a few extra running lights. Is added two or four more running lights going to put a strain on the battery or alternator?

I'm looking for suggestions on mounting a plastic switch box of some sort near the SMV sign on my BX. I need to mount a switch for a sprayer and I'm not sure how to route the wires to the dash, so I figured I would go to the ROPS from the wires already under the seat. For those of you who have...

Guys and Gals, Looking for a confirmation on the 3PTH. Its listed as CAT 1, but is it CAT 1 or a limited CAT 1. I'm buying a sprayer that is CAT 1 and not a CAT 0 with CAT 1 pins so I want to make sure it will actually fit. I had a rear blade that the 3PTH would not mount on until I turned...

I'm looking into a sprayer for a BX and I'm wondering the results others have had with a sprayer for the lawn versus a spreader. I'm trying to find a way to get more fertilizer on the grass and not just have the granular stuff wash into a pile. No permits are needed for residential use in PA...

Long title but what I'm looking for is the BX owners that have a Woods BH installed and have installed the new Kubota BX seat. I installed mine and I've noticed something strange now. The seat seems to want to swivel all the time and just not when I lift it up to use the BH. Was or is their...

I was at the local Kubota dealer and the resident 'old guy' behind the parts counter was telling me that he runs Kerosene all winter long in his tractors to prevent gelling. I thought K1 kerosene was similar to diesel but not the same. Is it save to run? Its not cheaper around here when...

I"m a fan of my BX2230 since I like steel over plastic but I was looking at a new BX24 today. I noticed a BX2350 sitting next too it and wanted to see all the fine improvements over the BX2230. One big thing jumped out to me. The ROPS is now shorter than the BX2230 by a good bit. The sales...

Anyone have the part number for the Gator blades for the older 60" deck for the BX. I have a BX2230 with the 60" deck. Model RCK60B-22BX. Is Larry the Mower Axle guy still the one to contact for the bushings needed on the BX deck? I think the model number is 90-987 which is 20-9/16" long...

I sorta lost/destroyed the owners manual for the BX and I'm looking for a site or pdf that have the service intervals and what needs to be done at each interval. Thanks guys.

What are the oil and air filters sold at NAPA that will fit the BX2230. I dont have time to run out to the Kubota dealer and I'm not a fan of shipping for the websites.

I have a bunch of rusty railroad stuff I want to clean up for the garage. I have to do a bit of decorating. :) What is the best thing to use to clean rust of stakes and other items before you paint them. Thanks.

Looking for some PA residents advice. I have a 16' tandem 7700# landscape trailer. Tags and registration, but I have never had any sort of a 'safety' inspection. I've been told that I need a safety inspection and then that I didn't. I've not found the guidelines on the PA DOT websites either.

Washed the Bota today and noticed the flashers started and decided to never stop. Had to unplug them before I put her in the garage after a quick wax job. For some reason I would think that the dash lights would be water proof. Should I assume the switch or is their something else I should...

I was the overall winner in out first Independence Day lawnmower race. Blew by the zero turns and a shiny New Holland too. I took the hole shot and built up such a lead I started to mow a 60" path along the neighborhood to allow the others to catch up. I was sporting 5 flags too! Its good...

I have a buried leech field on my property. I almost wish I had the mound but mine is at ground level. The issue is my grass seems to brown out and die on the leech field. Even the weeds are having a hard time on it. Is it possible that the field is not deep enough or it really shouldn't...

Who needs a ramp. YouTube - Amazing unloading excavator

Anyone have a recommendation on where to buy a wheel spinner that will fit the three spoke wheel on the BX? I picked one up at TSC today and it wont fit the wheel since the area at the three spokes is too thick for it. I'm wondering if you can find one that is made for just the rim of the...

I need some advice from the lawn car pros on the list. If I'm looking for just lawn care use, are spray fertilizers generally better than spreading dry fertilizers and weed killers? I'd be mounting the sprayer on a 3ph or a box hitch on the 3ph. I would be spraying my 1.5 acre plus a few...

I was looking at spreaders but I'm leaning towards a sprayer now for my weed killing and fertilizer duties. Anyone have any recommendations for a 3PH sprayer that runs off 12volt?

After doing a search I'm not finding what I'm looking for. I have a limp bucket on the BX and I've noticed a general lack of FEL / BH capability overall. No leaks that are noticeable after an inspection and my fluid level is fine. The fluid level has not dropped either. Could I have a leak...

In my quest for a better lawn, I'm thinking manure spreader. :) Does anyone know if you can rent a small manure spreader to be used behind a Kubota BX series tractor. OR If anyone has heard of a service where natures best is delivered right to the house in a small spreader. I'm not even...

I'm looking for information on a new set of blades for my 60" deck on my BX. I was going to go for a Kubota mulching kit but I'm not heard good things on it. I'm looking for mulching blades however since I do want to chop the lawn up as much as possible. I'm a bit tired of the trails around...

Has anyone covered part of the BX 2230 radiator to help get the tractors temp up a bit. During the summer the gauge barely moves and in the winter it never moved for me. I was thinking of taping some cardboard over the radiator screen. Thanks guys.

I've found a few threads on the mods to the BX 3PH using parts from the B series 3PH but I can't find the part numbers. I can't however find the part numbers and what it will cost to make the change. I think its only about $50 total but not sure what to order. Can anyone help. Thanks.

I need to get my hands on two maybe three telephone poles for a project I'm working on. Anyone have any ideas on where to get them? I can't find anyone that sells them and everyone says the power company will give you poles that aren't good enough for them to use or have been broke off at the...

On a 3PH using a RB with inside mounted pins, do you keep the lifting arms tight against the inside or the outside of the pin? I'm trying to figure out the best amount of tension to use while the RB is installed for snow removal this winter. I normally leave a bit of slack on the lifting...

Can someone post some pics of how they installed the draw bar on a BX. I picked one up at TSC and I'm not sure of the part to buy to keep is stationary. Thanks.

For the freeze plug block heater 70000-00771, what is the wattage of the heater and what diameter id the freeze plug on the 902 engine for the BX2230. Thanks.

I have a question for the group. I have a John Deere 826D walk behind blower with the light kit, electric start. I had it out in the drive during a yard sale, but I wasn't selling it. A guy offered me $900 for the thing. Are they worth that much? This is an older one from when John Deere...

I've never used on before but I'm going tobe doing some work in upstate NY this winter and know it will be colder. Since the 2230 does not have a spot on the block for a true block heater, what is everyone using?

I'm looking to put in a good amount of belgium block and was looking for an easier way to dig the trench for the blocks other than a shovel. Second part, anyone close to Bethlehem PA, within 2 hours, where I can possibly borrow a bucket.

Simply question for the group. WIll your brake hold your BX on a hill? Mine will slow me down, but it wont hold me solid. Not sure if I have any adjustment on the brake or not.

I know this has been covered before but the thread search is not working to well for me. What is the cause of a slightly rubbery bucket. Never really noticed it much but as the BX is getting older, its getting a bit worse.

60\" Deck blade alignment I'm getting my 60" dexk for the BX ready for spring. After a new set of blades and oil for deck, I'm trying to decipher the blade position issue. I followed the picture in the manual, but when you do, the center blade and the blade next to the discharge will cross...

I need some lawn prep advice. My front yard is basically solid clay that has some grass coming up but not much. I need to reseed but the soil is so hard it wont take no matter what I do. I'm trying to decide ifrenting a tiller or york rake is the way to go. I had not planned to mix in any...

Anyone have a york rake near Bethlehem PA that I can borrow for a few days. It would have to be able to fit a BX2230. I need to rake the front yard to re-seed the garbage my builder called a lawn. Mine was liborated when I left it at the cabin. I'll never do that again.

Does anyone know the Fram, Wix, and Fleetguard filter part numbers that replace the Kubota 15853-32430 that is for the BX2230. The Fram cross reference site is not showing anything. Same for Wix. Thanks.

Anyone know if PGF has a corporate homepage. I was searching on the web and I've not been able to find it anywhere but on Notherntools website.

Anyone using a FL127 tiller on a BX2230. Its a 50" model and I'm trying to see how its going to work if you have to till a trail about two miles long.

I've drilled thru the side of my bucket for digging teeth, but not I need to drill thru the cutting edge. THis stuff must be some real special steel since a Craftsman Cobalt drill bit will start the hole but I can't get it thru. The bit just stalls. I kept the bit lubed while drilling but I'm...

I've followed the threads on adding a second source of heat for the house and I'm about ready to start the planning. THe only issue is the price of woods in PA these days. $175 a cord for Oak. With the burn rate of a furnance used to heat close to 3000 sq ft, I'm not sure how much money I'd...

This might sound odd, but if you replace the surface flush bolts that hold your cutting edge to the RB with normal headed bolts, will that impact how well the dirt/snow would roll off the blade? I can't find a source for the bolts that are OEM but longer. Their not pan heads but perfectly...

In the process of installing trail market signs and have been getting some heavy use out of the Worksaver Model 300 PHD. I have learned a very valuable lesson. Run the auger in slow and keep backing it out alot. I buried it down to the gear housing. Had to unattach it from the BX drive back...

I have a 48" Midwest aerator, how much sway is ok when your using the arerator. Do you want the turnbuckles tight so you have next to no sway? I have the pins mounted on the inside on the aerator since I'm pulling it with a BX230.

First off, the manual says the capacity is 5 qts. They are full of it, 4.5 qts max since 5 qts fills it over the top. I drained and refilled with the precious Royal Purple 75W90. After I drained it to the correct level, here's where the question is. I run the tractor and then check the...

Check this out, http://tinyurl.com/czmjf makes you wonder that it is so low.

I have a feeling this might get an oil war going and I hope it doesn't but has anyone else felt the 100 hr oil change is overkill? I'm running Royal Purple synthetic and I just dont see the need to change the oil again. I run it for 7K in my motorcycle and 7k in my truck. Why should the BX...

What are the major quality brands for 3PH blowers. I know of Puma but I'm not sure of the others. Opinions and results are also welcome.

I know I'm not the only one on the list hear that has a BX with the Woods Ground Breaker X BH on it. I have a question for you few, brave soles, that didn't go the way of the BX24, oops, I mean BX23. Anyway, can you measure the spread on your 3ph and let me know if you are seeing a true 26"...

I need to knock down the center mounds that have forms on some trails from campers cars at a local Boy Scout camp. Can you use a RB to do that or do I need to get a BB for that. I'm hoping that the RB will be able to do the trick.

I was at Knoebels grove in Elysburg PA with the kids when I spotted a very old Ford tractor engine running a coster. The coater was basically a small kid size coater built by the Overland Amusement Co. of Saugaus, MA and opened in 1955. This is believed to be the only operating Overland Coaster...

Does anyone have a Model 22 RB from Midwest on your BX? Its a CAT 1 hitch but I can't seem to get the RB to mount. I think the mounts from the Woods BH are keeping the 3 pt arms from spreading fully but I'm not 100% sure of that. I was told that all CAT 1 implements will fit a BX2230, but...

Had to buy grease since I ran out of the nice Yamalube I had laying around. I was a bit taken by the selection of grease these days. I just picked up a truck and wheel bearing grease for the tractor and toys. What kind of grease is everyone pumping into their toys?

I need to figure out the max spread on the 3pt point. I have a Midwest RB22-60" blade and it looks like their is no way to get it to fit on the BX's 3pt. It's just states cat <font color="blue"> 1</font> 3pt hitch. Thanks. Edit: Cat 1 was Cat 2

Question for the BX owners. The manual states the hydrsulic lever will automatically return to the neutral position after it is fully lowered or raised. Mine makes an odd sound once it fully up but it doesn't jump back to the neutral position. Does it just take awhile for that to happen...

BX 2230 owners with 60\" MMM I was admiring the Orange Wonder and noticed that when the MMM is fully raised the gap between the tires is not equal. The right side is much closer to the tire than the left side. Is this the same on your BX? Kubota really cuts it close with the clearance on...

I think this is normal but I wanted to ask a few others. I have a BX2230 with a Woods FEL and BH. Both removed but after abut an hour of mowing the return line that loops for the BH was pretty hot to the touch. Not hot enough to burn you but hot never the less. I assume this is normal since...

Can anyone tell me, how do you know for sure the posi is engaged and then unengaged? I look at the pedal and the movement of the level on the rear end, but it moves only about an inch in the back. I tried a few burnouts in sand but both wheels dig in regardless if the posi-pedal is pressed.

I see alot of posts on RED diesel and non RED. I never knew their was a difference. I see that RED is 'off-road' and not taxed. How do you buy that or do you have to buy in bulk to be able to buy the off-road diesel.

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I've been looking at the posts on lighting for the BX and everyone references the leads under the read seat. I removed all the wrapping and I was able to find one plus with a blue and white wire. Not the second one that everyone talks about. Has anyone else only found one lead in the back?

I've looked at all the threads about installing the Tiny Tach and the power source. They all point to a loose white connected over the battery. Based on the pictures and what I found, mine is connected to some little box on the left up under the dash. I really dont want to splice into a...

I'm too lazy to push a spreader for an acre and a half, but I dont want a big spreader that throws 30 feet either. Anyone know of a small spreader electric or PTO that I can mount on the PTO and not have a huge spread out of it. Mostly for the four to five fertilizers/weed spreads a year and...

Can someone post the OEM part number for the Kubota transmission filter of the WIX part number. The WIX oil is 51358 but I can't find the tranny part at the WIX site. Thanks.

Question on my hydraulic attachments, it seems that it only takes a few days to have the BH stabilizer or boom to drop a bit. I always thougth they would stay put as long as you didn't relieve the pressure with the controls. Since its the boom that sags, could the weight of the boom be the...

I noticed the posts about fencing and wanted to start one for me. I need to fence in about an acre and a half with split rail and was wonder if anyone knows how to find a supplier. I'm in eastern PA and have not be able to find any other than installers. I'm looking for locust posts and...

We'll I paid a visit to Messick's on Thursday to pick up my new toy. BX2230 with Woods FEL and BH. I've been talking about it in other posts. It was an interesting trip home since I had to fit it into a 5x10 trailer that was WAY too small but was able to handle the weight. The 60" MMM was...

BX 54\" deck will it fit? Does anyone know if a 54" deck will fit thru a 60" opening if you pull up the grass deflector. I'm hoping it will but I wanted ask the fellow BX owners.

Does anyone know of a cross reference site for Kubota oil and air filters. I'm trying to figure out who makes oil filters that can be used other than the OEM. They only ones I know of so far are at NAPA. A bit far from me however.

I need to pick up my new toy and my trailer is not in yet. Does anyone have a car transport or two axle lanscape trailer that caould pick up a BX2230? Willing to trade cold ones for its use. Ping me off list.

Can anyone tell me the inside width between the front and the rear tires on a BX2230. I need to rent a trailer to pick one up and I'm not sure if it will fit on a car transport width an open center. Thanks.

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Just arrived and I'm pretty impressed with the design. Looks like it will be perfect for the brush removal and sob removal too. The teeth are just far enough apart that it will still be a great digging bar too. A quick coat of Kubota orange and she's ready to go on.

Check this out, this has to be too good to be true. http://tinyurl.com/4zfy5

Is it possible to mount a set of tires on rims for a Kubota BX by hand with only tire irons? I have a set of turfs tires but need to buy the rims from Kubota, not sure how much just the steel rims will cost. On another note does anyone know of any manufacturers that man steels rims for a...

I'm looking for a neat little device that you could slip a chain into to shorten the length. It looked like a climbers figure 8, but the chain would lay in it. I thought it was from awdirect.com but I have not be able to find it. Basically, I'm trying to adjust the lenght of my chain in the...

For the BX owners out their. If I dont want to have two sets of tires everyone recommends bar, but I just dont want to hurt the lawn. (My third child.) For digging with the bucket or snow removal, I was just planning on a set of good chains on the turf tires. Question one is, will turf...

Does anyone know the thread size for the engine and tranmission on the BX2230 by any chance? I wanted to order some Fumoto valves. Have them on the truck and they are great for quick oil changes.

I'm getting ready to buy a welder to basically play around with until I can develope enough skill to actually repair/make something. I was on the Licoln Electric site and the choices are amazing. Whats the easiest to weld with TIG MIG ARC. We have a community college that teaches welding and...

On a BX2230 can you run a 300 to 400 pound rear attachment without the FEL or front weights on it? I specifically talking about rear box blades and heavy aerators. A good wheelie is fun, but only on my dirtbikes.

Has anyone purchased a Femco canopy? I'm thinking of a Tuff Top for my BX and I was hoping someone could share their experiences. www.femcomfg.com

I've seen a few posts about cutting a pipe and putting it on the front of a FEL. Does anyone have any pictures and is the supposed to make it less likely you'll dig up blacktop or concrete when you plow with it. THanks.

Ok whats the scoop. Does Kubota make a real block heater for the BX2230 or just a lower radiator line heater. That is not what I wanted to have installed.

I need some recommendations on a plug aerator. I dont want a $1000 unit but I dont want junk either. ALso, does the plug work on weight that you put on it or does the 3 pt hitch hold it into the ground. Its going on a BX2230.

I'm ordering a TinyTach for my new BX and I need to know the size of the transducer to order for the BX2230. I can order either a 6mm or 1/4" for installation on the fuel line. Also, any recommendations on where to mount the TinyTach.

Does anyone have a url for the manufacturer of the TinyTac that I see alot on the 'customized' tractors.

Here's an off the wall question, but if you needed to put 20 or so hours on a new tractor, would lettingit idle for a few hours at a time hurt the engine since its a steady speed beig used during breakin? I was also told to vary the rpm whenyou break an engine in, but then again I've never...

Does anyone make a 3pt hitch backhoe that is small enought to fit on a BX2230. I've seen 3pt hitch backhoes but they are all much too large for the subcompact BX2230. Thanks.

I need some BX advice guys and gals. I'm making the jump for a Kubota finally, and I'm stuck between the 15 and 2230. I only plan to mow about 2 acres but I want to be able to landscape, plow, grade, and etc around the property. I hope to get 20 yrs out of this puppy, so I was thinking of...

Has anyone tried to air down the tires a bit on the BX tractors to make them ride a bit better while mowing. I was test riding a BX2230, I've decided to step up from the BX15, and the first thing I noticed was it rides pretty rough. I know these are mini tractors, but I dont want to be sore...

I'm looking for alternatives to the Kubota branded FEL for my BX tractor. Does anyone know who makes the Kubota FEL or is it made by Kubota. I've heard of others that make a FEL for the small tractors, but can't find any posts on them. Thanks.

Has anyone bought the Tractor Supply Company post hole digger or 3 point hitch mounted log splitter. They both seem pretty reasonable in price and would make a nice addition to a BX15 that I'm planning to buy. THanks.

I noticed on a few boards that a post hole digger is not recommended on a BX15, I knew the backhoe was not an option, but I was sure I could use a post hole digger. I dont want to jump to a BX23 just to use the post hole digger. Recommendations or suggestions? I have a few acres I need to...

After a long debate with myself, I'm switching to Kubota from Deere and I've decided on the new GR series from Kubota. Now I need some help on the choice between the GR2000 which is an air colled gas to the GR2100 which is the liquid diesel. I would prefer the diesel but it only comes with the...

Anyone know of a number to the Kubota main offices in New York. I can't find anything on the web at all. THanks. Matthew

I need some advice from the experts, I was planning to buy a new GX335 from Deere until I visited a local Kubota dealer. I'm seriously considering the TG1860G since its close in price to the Deere and actually looks to be built even tougher. After looking at the Kubota and the Deere, the Cub...