The kiddos were playing w/ the tractor last week & I went to rake my driveway today & the adjustment bar (don't know the name of it) that hooks to the top of an implement and has all the threads on it so you can loosen or tighten it was out of whack. What does this bar do & how do I find the...
Thanks guys, here's a pic of what I'm talking about, should have posted it to begin with. So add coolant to this so it's 1/2 way btwn the low & full marks or add some to the radiator itself?
Popped the hood on my MX5800 to blow out air filters & radiator screen & saw the the coolant was just below the LOW mark on the little opaque overflow bottle. Is that normal for a cold engine (hadn't ran in days)? If not, do I just add coolant to the radiator when it's cold?
My JD X580 mower deck won't engage when I pull the yellow knob lever. Not sure if it's a coincidence or not but when it stopped working I looked underneath & saw that one of the deck leveling bolts (left side when sitting on the mower) had broken so I replaced that along w/ the concave washer &...
Thanks all. Didn't hook any brakes but she pulled the trailer just fine. Wasn't sure about the hill on my gravel driveway but it wasn't a problem. Did an empty test run 1st, then loaded a 1,000 lb log on her to make sure & all was good!
Thanks guys, tractor is almost always in 4wd here in the mountains. The 1,825 lbs. is the trailers empty weight. Trailer has brakes but my MX doesn't have a 7 pin connector. Wanted to do a hay ride w/ the kiddos but will do a few dry runs 1st & see how it does. Do drawbars bend that easy? Seems...
I've got a Kubota MX5800 & also have a tandem axle 7k landscape / utility trailer that weighs 1,825 lbs. Can my MX safely pull this trailer up / down a gravel driveway w/ semi-steep hill? Worried about power to pull it up & braking going down...
I've been thinking of making a rear ballast box for my MX5800. I'd like something relatively small / maneuverable but not too small. I was thinking a 55 gal. drum filled w/ concrete. I could stick a few 2" & 4" PVC pipes in there to hold misc. shovels, rakes, etc. & a chainsaw scabbard for a...
Thanks! Sorry forgot to mention it's a 54" Accel deck. No bagger on it so I don't think it has the Powerflow belt. Didn't know the click was normal, prob. have never heard it b/c the mower deck always engaged until now.
Great schematics beenthere, thanks!
The belt I replaced was M169485 but...
Thanks all. How do I tell if it's the PTO clutch that's clicking other than just listening? It was the belt from the pulley under the engine to the pulley just above the rear of the mower deck. It wouldn't drive after it broke & when I replaced it, it drives fine so I figured it was the drive belt.
My MX5800 loan is almost paid off & I got a letter from Kubota offering the KTAC insurance for an additional year for $719. Seems kinda high doesn't it? Any other 3rd party companies to get insurance through that are good? From what I understand, the KTAC insurance covers just about anything...
Had my X580 drive belt snap on me Friday while I was mowing so I bought a new one & installed today. Went to engage the mower & it clicks from down below (maybe a solenoid?) & nothing else happens. Heck of a coincidence. Could I have put the drive belt on wrong (it ran fine when I drove it...
I've noticed that when I have a heavy load in my MX5800 grapple & I'm reversing uphill in 4wd that my front tires don't spin & lightly click like somethings not engaging. Is this a safety override so I don't blow the front axle or something since there's so much weight on it or is something...
Looking for a set of pallet forks for my Kubota MX5800. I like my Everything Attachments grapple & landscape rake & am considering one of their pallet forks. What size (42" or 48") & capacity do y'all recommend for my tractor?
What should the tire pressures be (front & rear) for my MX5800 HST w/ R4s? The front are "foam" filled & the rears are filled for ballast weight if that changes anything? Appreciate it!
Blew a hose on my EA grapple yesterday. Going to have a new one made today. Do I need to bleed the lines after installing & if so, how do I do that? Also, do I need any type of thread locker/sealer to reinstall the fittings? TIA!
Wanting to mount a chainsaw scabbard on my Kubota MX5800. I saw the SawHaul mounts/scabbards online & they look pretty good but my lift arms are slightly too big. Was thinking there may be another option to mount on the ROPS? Any other good mounts so I can carry my Stihl MS500i w/ 28" bar around...
Grapple lids didn't have to close at all, just needed to let out enough hydro fluid so pressure wouldn't be so high & the ball would retract a tad when trying to re-hook up to the 3rd function hoses. I only tapped the ball a half dozen times but that was enough...
Was using the grapple today & went to swap the bucket on & my buddy had already unhooked the 3rd function lines at the graple before I could close the lids. Now I can't get one of the hydro lines to reconnect b/c of the pressure. Is the best way to alleviate that to loosen the fittings on the...
Kubota MX5800 w/ EA grapple, lifted a lg. log today & she wouldn't curl. Lifted her straight up & carried the log to the truck & tried to curl once more & blew 2 hyd lines. They both split in the same place, about an inch from where they attach just below my 3rd function valve. Had 2 new lines...
Time to sharpen the blades on our JD X580. What's the best way to take the blades off - take the entire deck off or jack it up & just take the blades off? Any tips / tricks greatly appreciated.
Sprung a serious leak from my WR Long 3rd function valve "box" today on my MX5800. It's only a few months old & have only used it a little w/ pretty much light duty stuff. The leak seems to be coming from where the inside hydraulic line/valve comes down & meets the aluminum? WR Long box to the...
Was inside the hood today on my MX5800 & noticed the coolant level was just below the add mark (cold engine) on the recovery tank. Is this right? Do I need to check the level inside the radiator, & if so, where should the level be when it's cold?
Any of you have pics from your WR Long 3rd function valve installs? Got a WR Long kit that I'll be installing on my MX5800 w/ LA1065 FEL in the next few weeks & could use all the help I can get w/ routing hydraulic lines, electric lines, etc. TIA!
A friend of mine has an auger / post hole digger for his 35hp tractor. Can I run it on my 60 Hp tractor or will that damage the auger since I'm assuming they're rated for different HPs?
I'm purchasing a new grapple for my Kubota MX5800 for moving logs & brush. I'm prob. going w/ the dual lid EA Wicked Root Grapple V 2.0 What width would you recommend - 60" 66" or 72"?
I'm looking to purchase a new grapple soon & have been reading through the forum posts on grapples. It will be used on my MX5800 (~60 Hp) for brush & logs. What size (width) should I be considering? As of now, the top 2 on my list are the following ones, just not sure which is the best for logs...
My nephew jumped on my MX5800 & before I could watch him was messing w/ the hydraulic lock lever in front of the FEL joystick. Should the lever be in the locked slot (padlock closed) or the unlocked slot (padlock open) when operating? Also, what's the purpose of this lever?
My driveway is over 1/2 mile long & pretty steep in 2 areas. Got some loads of crusher run yesterday & was talking to the delivery driver & he said I should rake as little as possible since it allows the fines to go through the rake tines & that a rear blade is better b/c it moves all the...
There are grease fittings on my LP RCF2072 cutter but I can't figure out how the heck to get the plastic shield(s) off the driveshaft(s). They "appear" to have plastic clips but I'm afraid to mess w/ them b/c they look like they'll break right off. I'm sure I'm missing something here, they gotta...
Like the title says, occasionally she'll start to stall out on me but if I let off the gas it idles back up. It almost seems like it could be the sensor under the seat? Would it help if I adjusted the seat suspension adjustment handle so it's more plush / less stiff? It's very hilly here & now...
Wasn't sure where to post this... Thinking of getting some tire chains for my MX5800 R4s. Anyone run snow chains on their tires & if so, what kind do you recommend?
Looking to purchase a box blade for my Kubota MX5800. Main duties will be leveling washboard portions of my driveway & moving dirt from some high spots to low spots in my yard. What size BB should I be looking at? Is it recommended to purchase one that completely covers your rear tire width? My...
The parking brake on my 5800 doesn't hold as well as I'd expect. Is this an easy adjustment I can do myself instead of having to take it to the dealership? If so, how do I tighten it up?
I've got a long (over 1/2 mile) driveway that is very steep in two places. I'm going to get some gravel here soon but am not sure if I should get 21A or 57. I'm leaning towards 21A but wanted to hear from you guys. I think the 57s would be too loose when traversing the two hills. Also, in terms...
I've read the manual twice & am still confused by the regeneration modes. Seems like there are several different options & I have no idea what to do when my MX does this... Can someone explain in english what I should do haha? Thanks!
I've got a Kubota MX5800HST & am looking at purchasing another landscape rake (the 6'er I have for my other tractors is too small). The max width of my MX5800 is the rear tires & they're ~79" wide. It will be used mainly for raking my driveway that's a little over 1/2 mile long but also for...
Been looking at a 20-22' 14k equipment hauler trailer & a couple dealers have mentioned derating the trailer. What exactly is this & what are the pros/cons to doing so?
So I see a lot of people recommending the Ken's Bolt On Grab Hooks for the bucket. I'm looking at installing 2 of the bolt on (not welded) grab hooks on my MX5800 roughly in-line w/ the loader lift arms (from what everyone says). I'm running 5/16" G70 chain, which grab hooks should I get? I've...
Looking at a 20-22' 14K equipment trailer & noticed that most are 2 5/16" adjustable ball coupler. Is there an advantage of this over the pintle coupler?
We're looking at purchasing a John Deere X580 or X584 or X590 w/ a 54" deck for my folks place. Will be used for cutting ~4 acres of grass & pulling a small trailer w/ my pop's lawn tools & to pick up sticks. Any of these better than the other, pros/cons of any of them? Is the 4 wheel steering...
Need to purchase some chains & binders for a Kubota MX5800 w/ FEL & rotary cutter. What kind/size should I buy & from where? Not familiar w/ C&Bs so any help is greatly appreciated.
Think this might be my last ? re: the new MX5800HST. Well... probably not haha. Is the L2235 a good bucket or should I get a heavier duty one? Will be using the FEL for dirt work, rocks, logs, & pretty much everything else you can imagine. I'm hard on equipment so don't mind upgrading if I...
For running a front grapple on my Kubota MX5800, who makes a good 3rd function valve & joystick? Are there some manufacturers y'all would recommend or not recommend?
Will be purchasing a MX5800HST w/ SSQA LA1065 loader soon & was going to wait on the grapple but think I'm going to bite the bullet & order one. Main objective is to move logs but might move some brush & possibly some rocks (if that won't hurt the grapple). I don't know much about grapples so...
I've read some threads that pertain to needing to have insurance on a Kubota when purchasing & financing. Is this true? If so, what kind of insurance do you need?
What size York rake would you recommend for a mid-50s HP tractor - a 6 or 7'? Also, when raking a gravel drive, how do you recommend the rake be angled? Or do I keep it perpendicular to the the driveway?
Are the LandPride rotary cutters any good or should I opt for another brand - Woods, Bush Hog, etc.? I'm interested in a 6' cutter for a steep mountain property & also some flat farmland overgrown fields. This would be going on a MX5200 or 5800 and I don't think I want a real light duty cutter...
On the MX5200 & 5800, one dealer (salesman) told me that there are 4 settings for widths & another told me the R4s aren't adjustable widths. Which is correct? If adjustable, what setting would you recommend for 50% use on a semi-steep mountain property & 50% use on a semi-flat farmland property...
Got it narrowed down to these 2 tractors. When does the turbo on the MX5800 shine & when would I be better staying w/ a MX5200? Work will consist of a steep mountain property - clearing trees, downed debris, moving rocks, bush hogging a little, property is steep & 1,500' elevation. Other...
Anyone (Winston1) :) know what size/length bolts are used to hold the plate/cover on my FX24D that goes below the seat / above the floor? It's the plate that has the 4wd / 2wd, diff lock, 1, 2, 3, 4, etc. logos on it...
Going to purchase a new tractor this summer and while I'm not getting grapple or backhoe attachments right away, I would like the option to add them later on. What do I need to order on the tractor (rear remotes or 3rd function valve) in order to be able to hook them up when I purchase them in...
I'm looking at purchasing a new 18-20' long 10k or 12K tandem axle equipment trailer for hauling our tractor, FEL, & attachments. I like the Bri-Mars I've seen but what about Big Tex & CAM? I don't know much about heavy duty equipment trailers so lookin' to y'all for advice. Who makes a really...
Still in the research process for a new tractor for our mountain, farm, & client properties. Are Ag or Industrial tires tougher / stronger? When do you recommend filling them vs. not filling them? Pros/cons? Thanks!
Pretty much have it narrowed down to these two tractors. I've test driven a couple of them but I'm just not sure if the difference in size & price is justifiable. What options are there for the two tractors & their respective FELs? I know there's a quick connect FEL which is not recommended...
I got a FX24D but am not sure of a few levers... There's something that looks like a choke lever above/to the right of the clutch that's stuck & won't pull out. There's also a square foot "lever" behind the gas/brake, I'm guessing this one is a diff locker? Then there's a lever just above that...
Looking at purchasing a new Kubota (possibly L3901 or L4701) & not sure if I want ag or industrial tires. Tractor will be used mostly in the mountains on pretty steep grades but will also be used on flat ground (fields). Will be running a rotary mower (bush hog), York rake, & front end loader...
I've got an older FX24D & don't use it often (prob. once every 6 weeks). Is there anything I should do for the tractor or fuel (diesel) since it sits? Also, does this tractor have an engine block heater & if not, should I install one? I'm in VA, temps get down to teens & single digits up on the...
I just purchased an older model used Yanmar FX24D that came w/ a Rural King HD battery P/N: CFT31X4 (925 CCA @ 0ｰ F & 1,050 CCA @ 32ｰ F) that seems to be dying. I need to replace the battery, but not sure if I should replace it w/ something similar or something else, what do y'all recommend? Thanks!
What are the differences in the L01 series vs. the Grand L60 series tractors? For instance, the L4760 & the L4701 (other than a very small Hp variance)?
A friend has a Bobcat CT235 tractor w/ FEL & he's got a hydraulic leak coming from a "bolt" under the right side floorboard. He said that it was misting out when he'd lift w/ the FEL but now it's spraying out pretty good. Is this common & does anyone know the P/N for the bolt that I can give...
Hi - I'm purchasing a piece of property in the mountains & am thinking of a new tractor for the property. For a hilly/mountainous property, do you recommend a manual or an automatic? It would be used both at the steep mountain property (pushing snow, raking the driveway, bush-hogging trails...
A friend (not in the landscaping biz :) ) has a 15 yr. old Craftsman 14.5 Hp riding lawn mower and was cutting grass in the rain a few weeks ago. He said the wet grass started jamming up the mower blades but kept cutting anyway. Afterwards it seemed as if the belt stretched as anytime you'd hit...
I've got a John Deere 155C that's a couple years old. It won't start w/o jumpstarting it and once it's jumpstarted, it runs fine. As soon as I turn on the mower deck it stalls out and has to be jumpstarted again. Any ideas - bad battery, seat cutoff switch, etc.? Any help is greatly appreciated.
We've got a 2006 little John Deere 155C for cutting up close to the house and the drive belt came off the other day. After I put it back on, I noticed there is an AWFUL lot of play ~ several inches. Is this normal? Thanks!
If one belt goes out, are you supposed to replace both belts or just the one? Just got off the phone w/ Befco and they told me I should replace both. What gives?
Is there any special way to mount the belts on my Befco C50 (60") rear mount finish mower? Can I just stretch it around the pulleys or is there a better way to putting it on?
When I reattach the 3 blades on my finishing mower, how should I position them? Is there any specific way they should be positioned so they spin best? Thanks!
On my '98 L3010, there's a filter right below the foot rest/clutch area. It seems to be leaking clear fluid. Is this hydraulic fluid? Any idea how much the filter costs? I think I must have jarred it when running through the woods, maybe screwing up the gasket (if there is one).
Just noticed a small drip last night when I got off the tractor. Its coming from just below my left foot, where the filter is. Is this hydraulic fluid? Haven't had a chance to really check it out yet, but thought I'd post here.
Broke a shear pin on my Razorback Bushhog yest. w/ my Kubota. It has 3 lines on it like a Grade 5 bold does. Is it as simple as going to my Home Depot or Lowes and buying a similar bolt, or do I need a special bolt from the dealer that will break under certain pressure? Thx.
This post prolly doesn't belong here, but I'm not sure where else to put it... I've got a friend w/ a driveway that has a galvanized corregated steel tube culvert crossing under it for drainage. The tube is approx. 14" wide x 18' long. Recently it developed a hole in it and is causing a...
Got a ~ '99 Kubota L3010 HST tractor and have a problem w/ it. It sat for several weeks and when I went to start it, I noticed the gear shifter was stuck in the L gear. It still starts though, but if I remember correctly, it usually won't start unless it's in N right? Anyways, the shifter is...
Hey all, this is my 1st post even though I've been reading here for some time. It seems like a good forum.
Anyways, to the point... A friend of mine has a 1999 (I think) Kubota L3010 and he is moving and has to sell it and wants to know what it's worth.
Here's what I know: 4WD, ROPS, Ag...