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I'm most curious to see if there's a pattern to ownership length among the many of you who have purchased a Kubota tractor. Questions: [1] When [you buy] or [did buy] a Kubota tractor, what ownership length did you hope to achieve? 5 years? 10 years? 15 years? 20 years? [2] If your...

I'd really appreciate it if someone could let me know the approximate cost in US dollars. Grand L5740HSTC LA854 loader front remotes for a grapple 72" HD round bucket

BX24, B26, L39, M59 ... I am curious: At what % incline do these four TLB's become prone to a wheelie, or worse, when driving up hill perpendicular to the slope? And, is the solution as simple as driving up the slope backwards?

Re: Build Your Own I am just curious if others would desire this approach. Maybe I am alone on this. Maybe it is simply impossible to offer suitable variations to each main frame design. I don't see why, but I don't know. I just feel like I am always making a compromise when choosing between...

I am wondering if some of you can clarify the differences between the RTV1100 and the RTV900. Does the RTV1100 have the rear hydraulic outputs? It does not mention them anywhere. The RTV900 offers a steel cab with windows with all of the lighting accessories if desired. The RTV1100 cab is...

Belltec NC Series Hydraulic Hole Diggers at Equipmentland I am trying to determine if the BEL-NC-150 would work on a B26. I am hoping some of you who really know your stuff can confirm this one way or the other. Pump capacity is concern number one. The B26 literature and website...

Curious ... Hydraulic Post Hole Digger operated off the FEL using remote hydraulics. What is the approximate gallon per minute hydraulic pump that would be needed for this type of application? The B26 states that its total pump capacity is 11.2 gpm. However, it also states: "7.0 GPM...

Can a new L39 be fitted with a Kubota hydraulic thumb ??? When comparing the B26 to the L39, is the L39 in a different TLB class, overall? Beyond the spec comparisons, I am trying to determine if the job(s) they handle are typically different, or does the L39 merely handle the same type of...

Off topic from tractors, but I was wondering if any of you might have a guess as to why the back cowling is blue on this used 2002 KX91??? Assuming it was a repair/replacement need, why would they not get another orange cowling? Would this type of issue be considered a red flag or is this a...

One thing we have done over the years is to drag rather large boulders [or multiple rocks] on a sheet of plywood using the car hitch and AWD. Using the draw bar, how much dead weight using this approach can the B26 or the B3030 or a Grand L drag w/o tearing up the lawn excessively? The...

I received the 2007 brochure today. To my surprise, the Grand L30-Series is not included. Has that series been concluded? I ask because it is still on the Kubota website. Thanks! The Gardener

May I please tap TBN for your vast experience with older Kubota tractors. I am still exploring every angle to solve our long term mowing needs. We have determined that our first need is a B26. That purchase is hopefully going to happen next May. However, the B26 is a major hit on the finances...

Can someone please explain to me why the Kubota F3680 offers heat but not A/C in the cab. Since it's a lawn mower for many more months [in most regions] than it's a snow thrower, it would certainly seem to make sense that A/C would take equal or higher priority than heat. Heat is simple to...

Re" Horsepower draw-down using HST, a MMM, and A/C I have read that HST draws on the overall horsepower. I am wondering how much draw on the horsepower occurs if you are running a B3030 using HST and a 72" MMM [in my case] while riding in its air conditioned cab. Is it detectable in terms of...

B26 and B3030 [cab and BH] They certainly seem close in many respects. I am still undecided. I was almost convinced that the B26 was the answer. But, the B3030 with a cab, A/C, and a brush hog sure sounds nice for cutting the acreage. Then again, the B26 has more FEL and backhoe capacity which...

I was hoping to read some posts from the B26 owners regarding their initial impressions of their new B26 and what projects they have tackled thus far. Thanks, The Gardener

Hydraulic PHD ... the B26 offers a hydraulic thumb. The L39 can be outfitted with an after market hydraulic thumb as well. [1] With the hydraulic thumb in place on either of these backhoes, does that mean that a hydraulic PHD would use the same hose connectors by removing and replacing the QA...

BX24 MMM 54" BX24 MMM 60" F3680 60" F3680 72" B7800 MMM 60" Do all of these mower decks spin their grass cutting blades at the same speed? Do they all use the same Kubota blades? I am trying to better understand why one option may produce a better finish cut than the others - assuming this...

BX24 owners .... Could you please share some comments regarding the MMM. [1] How easy it is to remove the MMM for cleaning and blade sharpening. [2] How well does the mower cut wet grass? With our rather unimpressive riding lawn mower, I can only cut the lawn when it is dry. [3] Is there a...

I was wondering if any of you might know the approximate weight of one yard of various materials, and whether a B26 FEL totals a yard when full. Weight for one yard of: Bark mulch Sifted loam Golf size gravel Many Thanks! The Gardener

We have decided to budget for a May '08 purchase of a B26. I'll be dependent on the dealership for transporting the tractor for the first year of ownership. Then, we'd like to purchase a used pick-up truck and new tandem trailer w/ electric brakes. Could some of you please recommend the...

I have not yet seen the B21 in person. I was told by one sales person that they can be a bit unstable on hilly and sloping terrain: which we have. I am assuming this is related to the FEL and how heavy or how awkward its payload might be. Can some of the B21 owners please describe your terrain...

I am comparing the possibility of a B21 or a B7800 with a 7' Woods backhoe. I have only spoken on the phone with the sales person. We haven't sat down to discuss the various Woods backhoe options available. Could someone please clarify the various Woods backhoe options for a B7800 basing your...

Might some of you be able to share some exeprience(s) with a Kubota riding lawn mower [a 48" MMM deck] that you could offer. I need to replace a rather disappointing Sears riding lawn mower. I am looking for a long term mower that can mulch the grass better than the Sears mower. I am assuming...

Is there a clear consensus as to which PHD is prefered for the BX24? And, is the PHD a PTO driven device or a hydraulic driven device? I believe the hydraulic approach allows for going in reverse whereas the PTO approach does not. Our NH soil is very rocky and root bound. I think I would...

I would certainly appreciate some opinions. We have three needs for our ongoing yard and garden projects. A B3030 might exceed our needs. Needs: 1. 48" cut mower [some areas are complicated]. I like the riding mower. The zero-turn design is expensive. Our Sears model has been a huge...

I was wondering how do you escape a difficult scenario should a PTO powered, Post Hole Digger get stuck in the hole? Is there anything that can be done other than a hand shovel solution? If it drilled into clay or somehow lodged itself within a collection of smaller rocks, I am unsure how you...

Two quick questions. [1] Can one of these F3680 mowers cut 6" tall, wet grass without constantly clogging up during the cut? [2] Do you recommend the mulching kit approach, the side chute, or the rear chute approach? Many Thanks! The Gardener

To use an independent Grappler RBG on a B3030, B7800, or a Grand L4330, do you need to have a set of "remote hydraulics" installed? Is this "remote hydraulics installation" done at the factory or at the dealership? Many Thanks, The Gardener

Regarding the MMM or a REAR mower, can some of you help me to better understand which design is better suited for certain types of lawn and field cutting. We have a mix of both groomed lawn and uneven, rocky field that I am cutting with a riding mower. The uneven portion will eventually be...

Can someone please direct me to the thread & post by that guy who made the fabulous, home made, fixed thumb for his BX24. Thanks! The Gardener

How do you confirm the build date of a Kubota tractor [new or used]? Is there plate somewhere on the tractor that would confirm the build date? Could Kubota actually run the serial #? Do tractors have a VIN #, and, if so, would the VIN # confirm the build date when I registered it at the town...