kubota b3030

Hi Fellas, Having picked up my B3030 yesterday, today I got around to giving it a clean and checking fluids and the like. Having done so I figured at the end of the day I might give it a try with a flail mower on the back. I couldn't wait to try the telescoping arms and ratchet adjustment...

Hello Folks Here is some news for some: At my 300 Hr fluid change, I replaced the 2 Hydraulic filters on my B3030 with the Napa equivalents (2 different part numbers). The Napa filters were actually higher $ than the Kubota ones, but were purchased due to convenience. At that time, all seemed...

I started looking into getting a B3030 to replace my B2410 a few weeks ago with a post on here asking for comparison comments. Thanks for the responses that I got. To my surprise on Thursday night I saw a used one listed on a heavy earthmoving equipment auction site here in Melbourne...

It has been a while since I have done this, but it appears when when you are at the final stage (hooking up the blower to the quick hitch) it looks like you might want to have the blower wedged against something, otherwise it slides rather than allowing the male quick hitch to move into...

G'day from Australia fellas. Firstly, congratulations on a very useful forum. I've been lurking for a while, but this is my first post here. I wonder if anyone can help me? I currently have a B2410HSD with 4 in 1 loader, 60 inch MMM and various rear end attachments including stick rake, flail...

Here is a movie that I made of my B3030HSDC snowblowing my drive on April Fool's day this year. The quality sure changes when it gets on YouTube, but you get the idea. Kubota B3030HSDC snowblowing

Recently I've been having throttle position issues. With the throttle lever at maximum position, I am barely in "PTO range", and what's worse is that as I run it, it creeps back to a lower RPM. Do I need to tighten the cable or is there some other way to adjust both the "stop" position and the...

I finally picked up the Harbor Freight 3pt Quick Hitch #97214 today - been looking for it for a good 6 months for the sale price of $69.99. Well, it won't work with the deluxe 3 pt lower link arms - there's too much stuff going on with the adjustable link ends to fit inside the quick hitch...

Recently I've been having throttle position issues. With the throttle lever at maximum position, I am barely in "PTO range", and what's worse is that as I run it, it creeps back to a lower RPM. Do I need to tighten the cable or is there some other way to adjust both the "stop" position and the...

Don't ask how. It was through my stupidity. Anyway I order the replacement glass and gasket. I didn't damage the hinges, handle, etc. I cleaned up all of the broken safety glass from the hinges, ground and was contemplating how it would cost to have the thing hauled to the dealer and...

Need to purchase a back blade for my new B3030. Will be used primarily for maintaining ditch along half mile driveway and for snow removal on that driveway. Would like ability to angle, tilt and offset. Tractor is 55" wide. Am considering the Woods RB72. Couple of questions: 1. Is the Woods...

I partially heat my house with wood, and have done so for 30 years. Currently I have a Woodchuck 4000 forced air furnace. The other half my heating comes from a propane furnace. Periodically I buy wood, since me land is about 95% pine, usually around 20+cords at a time which should last 3 to...

hello everyone i am new here and i am wondering which of these tractors will be best for me. i have 10 acres but also help my neighbor manage the hunting trails of the 160 acres that suround me i have about 5 acres to brush hog and a really long driveway to box blade and remove snow...

I need chains for the winter because I'm plowing out a bunch of neighbors. They live on a portion of dirt road that the county does not plow, so I have to plow out there portion of road, plus their drives. In order to not get hammered by spending twice as much time slipping and sliding while...

OK, here's another ROPS light project. I figured since I can never get enough pics of TBNers projects, I may as well add some of my own. I started out with 4 of those HF 55w halogen vehicle work lights that I got on sale for $6.99 each. I figure I can always replace them down the road with...

When I purchased my B3030 HSDC, the dealer gave me a rear lighting kit, but it was the wrong one; a single lamp kit for the non-cab model. I have seen a few pics of the rear lights on this site and one at the dealer 2-3 years ago, but can find no photos of the kits supplied switch, and it's...

Qestion: Anyone else have a b3030 with a bh75 that makes a chirping noise when really working the hoe? The sound is coming from or at least sounds like its coming from the valve assembly below the hoe. Fluid is full and has been service with super udt, which brings me to a dumb question, check...

Is the B3030 beefy enough to handle a 4-5 foot disk harrow in clay soil? I know it would handle my other needs but this one could be a deal-breaker.

Has anyone compared US pricing and Canadian. It seems everyone is getting 15% bellow MSRP in the US. There are not to many posts about Canadian quotes/invoices. I'm looking at a b3030hsdc with loader (60"), 72"MMM, 63" blower. US MSRP is about 35k. In Manitoba all I've been quoted 35k...

Decided I needed a cab and A/C, so got a B3030 delivered wednesday 08-20-08, delayed from monday 08-18-08 due to the pup being in surgery. $16,945.00 with grille guard and rear work light and choice of R1's or R4's (was equipped with R1's and changed to R4's @ no charge. Tractor had 0.9 hrs and...

Need to remove the front tire of my 20 hr B3030. Does anyone know the size of the lugnut for the front tire? The tractor is at my brother"s place. He was brushogging with it and got a 1/2" large sliver of wood (I think from a small tree stump) imbedded on the tread portion of this turf tire...

Mama took the kids grocery shopping tonight so I got a jump on my 50 hour service for my B3030. I was able to change the oil and filter, air filters and fuel filter. I am going to tackle the hydraulic fluids and filters and front axle tomorrow if I get a chance. I have read here, read my book...

Hey All, I have done many of the projects that I bought the Kubota for back in the spring of 2006. She has about 350 hours on her. There is no cab but it has a Woods Backhoe, quick detachable bucket with heavy duty pallet forks. I also have a trailer that is adequate but a little light in my...

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A few changes that work for me: Remote Joystick for FL (factory item, mod install) B3030 W.R. Long 4N1 bucket (electro-hydraulic, mod switch) HJ2L bucket CCM MACHINERY Top-N-Tilt 3 point hitch (fabed clevis on side link, factory rear remotes) Tractor hydraulic toplink & side link

I just bought a Kubota B3030 and am about ready to purchase a cutter for it. I have some areas of 2-3 year old hickory saplings that have invaded field edges and are about 1 to 1 1/2 " diameter. I will use it on about 8-10 acres of a 120 acre farm. Initially the cutter will get some pretty...

Hey guys, I got my 60" mmm for my B3030 this summer and have now mowed with it about 5 times. When I mow in a straight line it mowes great, but it seems when I take any turn from 45 deg to 90 deg, the mower leaves a strip in about the center of the cut. It isn't completely unmowed, but it isn't...

I just bought a new Kubota B3030 and now need a trailer to transport it occasionally about 10 miles on county roads between properties, as well as to the dealership 40 mi. away for any future maintenance. What size trailer, and how is the best way to secure the tractor to the trailer? Thanks.

I just took delivery of my new B3030 today and I have a question about the 72" MMM. The technician who delivered the tractor walked me through all the major functions, including how to attach and detach the FEL and MMM. He admitted that he had never worked with the 72" mowing deck personally...

I just passed 62 hours on my B3030 that was delivered by Brady at Barlow Equipment the end of April. So far, I love it! :cool: Did the 50 hour service myself, and replaced the engine and hydraulic oils with full synthetics, and am about to load some synthetic grease into the gun (it should...

I was driving the tractor back and noticed the fuel cap was lower than the hood on the tractor and gauge was reading close to full, i new there must only be 1/2 full though. Tractor was running fine, so got some screw drivers to get the cap off. I guess the vent must be clogged or cap on too...

Has anyone else experienced a dry dipstick when initially pulling the trans./hydraulic dipstick out on a B3030? The service manager at the dealer said he's heard about this happening before but couldn't offer an explanation as to how the stick is dry when initially pulled out. When the stick...

I'm thinking of getting a set of Ag tires and wheels for my B3030. Anyone know if the wheels are proprietary to Kubota or are there other makes that will fit?

I have 12 acres of very wooded and steep sloped land. I need to maintain my road of about 1/4 mile, plow snow in the winter and landscape around my new house. I have a B3030 with a FEL. Does anyone have any recommendations as to what impliments I should buy for these projects? (box scraper...

I want to thank everyone on TBN for all the great advice on tractors lately. I am new to this forum and tractors in general, and the recommendations have been invaluable. I just ordered a new B3030 with FEL and 72" mmm and ballast box from a local dealer for $20500. From what I have read...

I checked the Hydraulic fluid level after the tractor had been sitting for awhile and the dipstick came up dry. I checked it again and the stick came out wet above the full mark, how can it be dry on the first check and wet on the second without doing anything inbetween checks?????? Can you...

THING ABOUT BUYING ONE OF THESE TRACTORS WITH A LOADER, BACKHOE AND A MID MOUNT MOWER. BUT I AM HEARING THAT IT IS A P.I.T.A TO SWITCH FROM THE BACKHOE TO THE M.M.M. BECAUSE THE M.M.M. USES THE 3 POINT HITCH TO LIFT THE DECK UP AND DOWN? HAS ANYONE HAD ANY EXPERIENCE WITH THIS? THANKS FOR YOUR...

Hi Guys! I was wondering if you could help me out. (actually my brother). About 3 years ago he bought a brand new B3030 after seeing how happy I've was with my B2910. He bought the Kubota FEL and Backhoe along with it. (LA402 Loader and BH75 Backhoe). He's only put about 30 hours...

Is anybody running a TM series Caroni flail on a Kubota B3030? I just finished cutting both sides of my 2500' common driveway and a 1/2 acre frontage lot with a "borrowed", used 5' rotary cutter. It seems to shake a lot, there is definitely vibration that shakes the tractor some, didnt seem to...

Those of you that got a mmm 72" did it come with a seperate manual or was the information in the tractor manual with the tractor?

Purchased the 3030 used with 4.5 hrs on it for $16,000. This include a canopy, weight box, front end loader and mmm 72 deck. It has the r-4 tires on it. I am going to order the turf tires next spring. I was going to get a tractor we started building but I couldn't pass up the deal. It was...

I'm wanting to install a set of remotes on my B3030 for a TnT and possibly a 3rd 3PH-mounted implement. I've read lots of threads on installs using the Prince valves and cylinders from Surplus Center, but haven't read of anyone that has went the factory route. I've taked to my dealer about the...

Hi, I'm a long time reader but never posted before. I have a B3030HSDCC a little over a year now and just today learned something. My nephew was using it today and when he parked it in the shed he removed the key from the ignition by mistake and when he replaced it he put the key for the doors...

THE DEALERS ARE TELLING ME THE 3030 IS A MUCH SMOOTHER RIDING TRACTOR BECAUSE OF THE FOUR CYLINDERS. COMPARED TO THE 2630 WHICH HAS 3 CYLINDERS. CAN A LARGER ENGINE RUN SMOOTHER? IS THE 3030 WORTH THE EXTRA $1300 - $1500 ?

...protection from biting bugs. We have nasty black flies here and a few mosquitos. I have spent 11 hours over the last 3 days on the tractor digging a trench to build a pair of retaining walls for my outside basement entrance (8 hours digging 175% of what I needed to take out and 3 hours...

I need information regarding height from ground to top of cab with R-4's. Your help is greatly appreciated. Brent

I was just wondering if anyone with the cabbed B3030 are upset with the excessive noise level in the cab. I have a brand new B3030 HSDC, belly mower, and FEL, (17 hours). My wife and I both agree that it is really noisy inside. She commented that the speakers will probably blow as she has to...

Finally got a quote on 2 machines. B3030 $23,536 (not including tax) Ballast Box LA403, 60" bucket Quick Hitch BH75A, 12" bucket B2630, same stuff for $22,386 (not including tax) How do these look? Both appear to be about 15.2% off list, best I can tell. Thanks

I've been looking at the models and like the turfs on the 2x20 (very flat and wide) but noticed that the 3030 has a completely different style with more of an oval shape (bowed out in the center of the tread). This is the only turf style I have seen on all the 3030s so far. Are the B7800s using...

Newbish question about the B3030 here -- My question is about having a 3pt attachment and the MMM hooked up to the tractor at the same time. No problems if I want to use, for example, my 3pt tiller while I have the MMM hooked up. I discovered how to "pin up" the deck so it doesn't lower when...

Can someone tell me what the installation & removal time is for the B2791 quick hitch? Does a sub assembly get bolted on to stay? Then the rest goes on/off with pins, or what???? And if the B2755 72" blade is parked on a dolly is it one-person job to install & remove that as well? Thanks...

Does anybody have a b3030 with cab and the Kubota 60" deck, that uses it for mowing around the house. I have 1.5 acres of soon to be finished new golf course like lawn. I have a zero turn that I use now, Its defective and have the option to trade it in or get some cash back. I'm thinking of...

I have a B3030 with FEL and BH with about 30 hours on it. From the beginning when I stress the FEL or the BH like when I am applying downward pressure or lifting, I get this mechanical rattle like sound. I seems that something is not right but within the first week of owning it I took it back to...

Hi, Anyone know if a 3030 cab will fit inside a standard height garage door? Brian

Afternoon Gentlemen, I'd like to ask if anyone has a picture of the joystick layout on the B3030 cab? I'm considering selling the B7800 and moving up (sideways?) to the B3030 cab. I've sat on and test drove the open model, but as of last weekend none of the three local dealers had a cab...

After 18 hours on my new B3030, I thought I'd give some input on it. I'm very impressed with the power and capability of the BH75. I've dug up a few good sized Ponderosa Pine stumps, and spent quite a bit of time chipping away at a granite ledge in varying states of decomposition to expand our...

I am a new B3030 owner and need help with the proper way to secure it to my trailer for transport. I have 3/8" chain with ratchet chain binders but need to know where to secure them to the tractor. Any suggestions?

Hi, looking for this size tractor with a pto chipper in the 4inch range Do you have one what brand how do you like it thanks Steve

The cup holder on the B3030 is behind the seat . This location is great for keeping you back muscles loose since you need to pivot your body to reach it. However, I sometimes I just want a drink instead of a stretching routine, so I mounted a new one on the right fender. Vic

Can someone please tell me the height of a B3030 with ROPS folded down? I need to know if it will fit in my TNT carport w/ 7 ft door. This may just be a pipe dream but I am having thoughts of upgrading if I can get it past the finance committee.

I just got a Wallenstein BX-42 wood chipper and installed it with no problem, but when I lower the 3 point hitch it doesn't quite go to the ground (maybe a half an inch from the ground). Anyone have any thoughts. Another question is how can you run the chipper if you aren't in the seat. When...

I bought the rear wiper kit from my local Kubota dealer today. The kits lists for apprroximately $122.00, but cost me $109.79. For anyone interested, it took me about an hour and a half to install. Below is the kit as it comes out of the box, and some pretty basic tools you will need to do the...

I've been lurking on this site for almost six months. A lot of lurking! I want to thank you all for your wisdom, when you answered other peoples questions. I learned a lot, because I did not even know what questions to ask and you answered them. Maybe you are interested to find that I have...

For those of you considering going with the fender mount loader joystick on your new B3030 (or B2630), and have had your dealer tell you that it couldn't be done with the LA403 loader (a local dealer sales mgr told me the same thing), they're completely full of bull. Yes, we've seen other TBN...

My new B3030 TLB was delivered this morning. I bought it from Brady Barlow of Barlow Equipment in Somerset, Kentucky. Brady was prompt with replies, pricing, etc. - a far cry from the local dealers that I was pulling teeth out of to get pricing from. Brady did save me money over buying...

Well I finally got to my local Bota dealer on Saturday, and took a B3030HSD for a test ride, no L3400HST available, maybe next time. We are leaning towards a B3030 since it has some features the wife & I like, or may need in the future, MidPTO, and the telescoping stablizers. There was some...

Hi Guys, I had some spare time Fri so I spent most of it trying tractors. Lucky for me the Green, Blue and one Orange guy let me get them dirty. I like the Kubota B3030 but was REALLY annoyed by what I feel is excessive floorboard vibration on this machine. Both the ROPS and the cab model...

I found a used B3030 and wanted to know what a good price for it would be. It is a 2006, B3030 with the FEL that has a 60" bucket. There are 80 hours of use on it along with a few scratches here and there. It did have a flat rear tire that was plugged. Also the rear 3 point hitch quick adjust...

Hi guys, I am thinking of adding a log splitter to my b3030hsdc I have read posts about the need for a float valve for log splitters and was wondering what i need exactly to get set up. 1000 dollars for factory parts plus installation seems extreme but if that is what it takes to do it right...

Why am I having so much problem connecting the hydraulic lines for the loader? I did it in the fall as a test. - Move control valve in all direction with unit off to reduce pressure - Pull back locking collar on hoses - Push on hoses until bearing are in groove and locked I can't seem to...

Currently have the RC72-30B mowing deck. I've been disappointed with it's lack of high lift blades, no available mulching kit or bagger. I tried using a trac vac with it, but the low lift blades left a bit to be desired. Trac vac might be sold today - so looking for other optoins. Does the...

I found a 2006 B3030 w/loader, 68 hours for $14,900 from a local dealer (about an 1 hr away). Is this a good price? I hoping to take look at it later this week, what are things I should specifically check for when looking at this tractor. Any input would be greatly appreciated.

After much thinking and talking to several dealers (including one with GREEN tractors), I have decided to buy a B3030 with FEL, 72" MMM, and some other stuff. I wanted to add the "remote" loader valve (for the cab version) onto my tractor to improve the ergonomics of the loader operation...

Replaced my toplink today with one longer for the impliment Im using..and removing the top link pin ( at the tractor) is a PITA the size of a baseball field...:eek: The lift arms are SO CLOSE they have to be fully rasied to get the SPECIAL SHORT top link pin OUT ( or back in ) and to top it all...

I have decided to get a B2920, previously I have had a B1750 and L3010. The B1750 did not have quite enough power, almost bought a B2910, but went with L3010 instead. The L3010 was too big, too heavy to trailer. Now am going back to B2920 for the power and small size, good pto power, not size...

is this a good set up.. reply if you are using this set-up..what about the castor wheels on the mower, are they they svivel type with air in the them..

When I look at the attachments section on TractorByNet.com, I see several gizmos, for the lack of a better name to make it easier to use the rear PTO which I haven't used thus far. I will be using a wood chipper and a box scraper this summer a fair amount so does anyone have any words of...

Im happy to inform you all that i am about to sell my machine and several implements to a tbn member. I dont want to reveal his identity at this time as i dont want to steal any of his glory. I met him a couple of weeks ago, he's a good man and i know he will enjoy and take good care of this...

Hey- Ran accross a used Kubota B3030HSD with loader/grill guard, block heater and loaded R4 tires. Pretty sure it is a 2007 model, maybe 2006 with 20 hours on it. Asking price is 14,800 obo. What do you all think?? What would you offer him?

I'm thinking about buying the B3030 for my place. We just bought a house, shop building and 92 acres. I'll be mowing approx 4 to 5 acres. There's about 600 ft of gravel drive and the acreage to be mowed needs some minor ground work to smooth it out. The house has bermuda sod laid around it...

Hi Guys, A guy not too far from me has had a B3030 with turf tires for sale for quite some time and I am going to take a look at it. The tractor has the old seat so it needs the swap. This machine has turfs and about 25 hours on it along with the 72" mmm, bagger and a new loader that has...

I'm considering a CCM 66" tiller for my B3030. It's from their commercial line -- MR-175. It weighs 730 lbs according to the spec sheet. CCM lists required pto HP of 22-70 for this tiller. The B3030 has 23 pto HP. From what I've seen, it seems most people recommend a 60" tiller max for the...

I received my new b3030 today. After dealing with 4 local dealers in my area here is the one I settled on; B3030hsd-f tractor LA403 loader 60" loader bucket H&H tooth bar RCK60 60' mower BH75a backhoe 16" backhoe bucket complete set up Initial delivery (45 miles) 50 hour service, pick up and...

I made my 3rd stop at another tractor dealer today. It was to see what orange has to offer. I really liked both the B3030 and the L3400 tractors. I want to get one with the FEL at the time of purchase. What are the prices that others are getting quoted out there? Also any of you local to the...

Hello folks, I'm looking at purchasing either a Kubota BH75 or a Woods BH80-X backhoe for a B3030. Based on all the comments I have read so far, people seem to enjoy the BH80-x, and due to the lack of complaints for the BH75, I'm assuming Kubota as fixed the initial problems associated with...

I've posted this on the Buying/Pricing forum but figured I'd cross post it here to get owners responses. I'm in the market for a CUT and have narrowed it down to the Massey 1528 or Kubota 3030 (lots of reading of the forum and archives over the last couple of weeks). We're on 200acres in...

I"m taking delivery of my B3030hsd this week. I ordered the new sunshade (plastic), and my dealer told me that he had the older model in stock (metal with an underside of some kind of insulating material that he said should keep me a little cooler). He's giving me the metal sunshade for the...

As I Pulled my tractor out of the garage today I noticed that from the drivers seat prospective the tractor seems to be higher to the left than the right. raising and lowering my bucket confirmed this. It touches the ground first on the right side of the bucket before the other side. I...

If anyone has ordered one of these, what is the exact dimension that they are looking for for the LA403 FEL?

I need help in selecting a tractor to replace a 2150HST 4X4 w/LA350A FEL that I sold last week. The trouble free 2150 was sized well for my tree farming operation. The most demanding task that it will have is to pull a one row tree planter. Based on the info. that I have seen, the B3030 seems...

I was looking under my B3030 the other week and noticed that the two little hoses from my joystick on the way to the hydraulic port block (terminology?) by the loader arm (where the loader hoses come out of) are rubbing on a corner of the metal frame where they go through a hole. The two little...

I made up some more of these for sale. $15 plus $5 shipping. The picture installed is of the original one I made, the other picture is of the one I made up for sale. The original one was made of 11 guage the ones I made up for sale are 14 guage, still plenty heavy to stop ripping your filter...

Working 3 local dealers. Best price so far is; b3030hsd-f rck60-30b la403 4-way valve set for loader turf tires loaded rear tires $19500 BH75a $6000 No charge for set up or delivery 0% for 42 months Is this a reasonable priced based on what others are seeing? Any dealer extras I should ask...

I was playing with the top link holes to get more lift height. Using the bottom hole you get more lift height but the owners manual says to only use the bottom hole if there is some reason the top hole can not be used. So my question is which hole is everyone using and would there be any ill...

Can a B3030 Cab run a 6' Light Duty Rotary Cutter for pasture mowing? Something like a Woods BB72. Not looking at doing land clearing....just pasture mowing. Thanks

Has anyone used a 59" or 63" Caroni flail on a B3030, or know if it would handle one comfortably. Thanks, Todd

I see that the B3030 comes with either 12.4x16 R1's or 12.4x16 R4 tires. With both styles being the same size..... is there any real size difference? I thought that R1's were taller and more narrow then R4's? Stu

Hi Folks, I've always been lead down the right road here and need some advice. I've been doing my homework and was ready to pull the trigger on 2305 trade for a 2320. I recently came across a Kubota B3030 with factory cab which is really messing up my thoughts. I realize that Kubota is more...

How is the level of the MMM controlled on the B3030?

That is what it would take to remove the stuff that gets on my driveway this year! I was really contemplating a blower in addition to my front blade for my B3030, last November. Virtually every storm that we have had here in CT this year is snow, rain, sleet, freezing rain mix. As I was...

I'm still in limbo on my choice. I will mostly be on finished lawns with the tractor. Though will still be at times have to move and spread several loads of dirt/sand. Would like to have forks, tiller, fel, BH, forks, ph digger, grapple. I don't have to have any of this stuff much less the...

I'm contemplating selling / trading my 190hr B2400 to upgrade to a new tractor. I'm looking at the three tractors above. I need to iron out their (non cosmetic) differences. I'm looking for apples - to - apples comparisons on FEL capacity , three point capacity, hydraulic capacity, etc. Specs...

Wanting some feedback on how well your B3030s are holding up. Talked to a salesman at at dealership this morning that made some comments and got me wondering. This dealership sold Kubota & New Holland for years, until they switched last year to JD (I don't know the reasons why). This...

I noticed that both tractors have an Independent PTO, but the L3240 has a "Master Clutch" pedal and the B3030 has no clutch pedal. Whats the purpose of the Master Clutch pedal on the L3240 if it has an Independent PTO? Is the clutch pedal used the same way as a Live Continuous PTO clutch is...

It was an awesome weekend of weather here in CT. I decided to get a jump on my spring chores and get started on a new project. Here are a couple photos. I am cleaning up around some apple trees that I planted last year. I left a few rocks up and my neighbour found them with his brush hog, he...

Hello: I'm considering a B3030HSDC for use in Colorado at 9200' of altitude for 40 acres of general ranch work and considerable snow blowing/removal. We have a bout 2000' curvy hilly of driveway with serious wind drifting issues. Some rough pasture mowing, no finish mowing. A few questions...

The new addition to our household -- just arrived this afternoon. Had to get some pics because she'll never be this clean again! Now there's a lot of reading to do to learn how to maintain and service it.

Seems like most of the users I've seen here use the B3030 to move snow. How does this piece do in the dirt? I ain't seen snow here in years.

Wondering what you paid for your B3030 seat upgrade and is yours all puckered up / winkled right in the front . Almost feels like a little chunk of foam is missing under the vinyl. I just picked my new seat up today this is the second one they ordered the first one was the same also maybe worse...

We are looking at making an upgrade to either a Kubota B3030HSDCC or a Deere 3320 Cab. Which ever one we decide on will have the following attachments: FEL, Factory Cab, Rear Blower. The tractor will be primarily used for snow removal as we tend to get quite a bit of snow up here. Your...

Ok Here's my delima. I wan't to be able to use the tractor I buy to move things other than dirt so forks is a must. The B3030 and B7800 are both compatable. I like the B3030 but I had priced the L3400 and the 3030 setup is more $$$. Well I got to test drive a cab model B3030 today and I...

Any one know how well the Woods BH70-X work with the B3030 Cab.

This board is great -- I've learned so much about CUTs during my search over the last few weeks. I think I've narrowed it down to two different tractors: Kubota B3030 or the JD 2520. Intended Use: I have about 6 acres. Some gentle slopes, but no serious hills. The whole things needs to be...

I didn't like the plain plastic panel above the factory gauges so I added a clock oil pressure and volt meter to fill the void on the factory panel, I moved the wiper and work light switches to either side like on a car. I tried to made it look factory by using a 3/4 in abs plastic board I used...

Can someone post a photo of the rear end of a 3030 with turfs on. SOunds kinky, but... I am downsizing and found that the ractor that I was strongly considering lacks clearance for tire chains - which is a must for me. I'm contemplating the 3030 or maybe the new 2920.

Puzzled here as to why? Only 90 hours on tractor and after using the fert speader now the arms will not come down. It will drop maybe an inch at most and then stop like it is locked up. Fluid level is fine and clean and even 2 of us pulled on it and it wouldn't budge. I did notice that before it...

I've narrowed down my choices to a B3030 or B7800 (or possibly the new B2920 once I can check one out). In the mean time, I have to figure out what tires to go with - Industrials or Ags. My property is sloping, mountain terrain, with plenty of rocks, decomposed granite, tree stumps, trees, and...

I'm thinking of making an exhaust stack on my newly purchased used b3030. Even though I have a cab I still smell diesel exhaust in the cab plus it blows out all over the loader and blackens it. What is the downfall to having the exhaust going back under the oil filter and up along the cab, as...

Im buying a Kubota 2005 b3030 with cab only 90hrs on it. Only problem previous owner never changed the oil, engine or transmission at 50 hrs. First thing I have to do is change oil and the filters. Price $21750.00 includes fel, cab, woods 7.5 backhoe, stereo Tractor is like new. Under...

Tried out my B3030 with 2782 snowblower today. Snowstorm wasn't too significant maybe 2-3 inches but snow was wet and heavy - the worst kind for a snowblower. Several times I had to clear chute because it was clogged. I'll have to remove hand guard from chute which just seems to act as an...

I have a chance to buy a 2005 kubota 3030 with cab fel and woods 7.5 backhoe for $22500.00 from a private home owner. Its has 90 hours on it. I was going to but new from the Dealer with 0 % financing. The question is Is there that much difference between a 2005 b3030 with cab verses a 2007...

i called my dealer today about the b3030 -- i saw one in their lot some days ago, and thought it was worth a closer look. for the b3030 cab model, no implements, it is $24,500. they're running a "special" now where you get a free loader or belly mower. that's a lot of cash. then, to make...

Could anyone tell me if there is a non Kubota brand air filter out there that will fit my B3030. It would be handy to be able to go to NAPA or CarQuest etc.. and get the air filter, only of course if it is as good of quality. Which leads to my next question, If there is a non Kubota brand...

I have a stand of red pines along the back edge of my property, my guess is about a 1/4 acre or so. I also have lots of other trees, elm, maple & oak on my 3.5 acres. The red pines are getting old and one or two of them die every year and fall down when the wind blows hard. After the most recent...

Just sitting at my computer eagerly waiting for my new B3030 to arrive! After much thought I finally decided to trade the BX2200 for a B3030 before the year ends. Don't worry, I promise pictures will be posted before the day is over. It looks like I'll also need to change my signature. ;)

When I stop my B3030 on any slope at all, it will roll forward or backwards unless I set the brake. My BX23, that this 3030 replaced, did not move even on a pretty good slope when just left in gear. I had gotten so used to not needing to set the brake that I worry I will forget to set the brake...

In round figures what should I expect to pay for a B3030 Cab Model with the 63" front mount snowblower ( with hyd. chute rotation)?

Looking to upgrade from my 7510 to a 3030 with Cab. Have 24.5 acres, 5.5 acres are mowed with finish mower, and about another 10 acres are bahia pasture grass, the rest is woods. Main reason I am upgrading is that I am getting toasted while mowing and bush hogging each summer here in Florida...

need some help from some of the wizened kubota masters in here. this will be my first tractor. just bought a ten acre horse farm of which 7.5 acres are pastures and paddocks. 6 of the paddocks are pretty small (about 1/3 acre each, rectangular shaped, roughly 90' X 160'). all the ground on...

Went and got everything today for the 50 hr service and when I told the guy to give me SUDT at the service desk, he said that i did not have a need to change the hydro fluid until 150 hours as that is what they do at the shop and they are one of the largest Kubota dealers in the US. I have read...

2007 as follows. 25 acres of core aeration. 85 acres of boom spraying herbicides (pre & post emergent). 72 acres of fertilizing. 12 acres of brush cutting. 50 hours of fel work installing mulch. 30 hours of shop work, loading/unloading equipment,plants,chemicals,etc. 10 hours shop clean up...

I recently increased my lot size from about 3.5-4 acres of mowing to 6 acres of mowing. 2 acres are well manicured lawn and the rest is pasture field mowing. I currently mow with a 60" MM deck. I'm considering upgrading the BX to a machine capable of handling a 72" deck which I've been told...

I have a block heater on my B3030, as we approach the single digit days and snow removal at 4 AM before work, how should I use my block heater? Can I simply plug it in at night before I go to be and get up in the AM and fire her up? Does it do any good to plug it in when it is in the 20's...

I have a B3030, which I love.. It has turf tires, and I would like to add chains. From what I see and read, this requires wheel spacers. Has anyone added chains to turf tires without spacer? Also, I'd like to add a step, but according to parts manual, you cant add the Kubota step if you have...

I have had some adjustments problems with the "Cruise Control" on my B3030. When used, it eases back and you lose the setting. Had the dealer send a mechanic out and he couldn't adjust it to correct the problem. He followed the Tech Manual, and it failed to correct the problem. I have since...

Those of you who have upgraded from a BX to the B3030, are you happy with this swap? Do you have any regrets moving up in size? I am considering moving up to a B3030 from a BX23. I do not use the backhoe much and think I would prefer the smoother ride and 3 range HST of the B3030. Also does...

Can any dealers (or other informed TBN'ers) comment on the changes being made to the upcoming '08 B3030? I am thinking about a potential swap..

As the service manager said, I had a "catestropic gear failure" of the transmission of my BX 23 at 225 hours. In frustration after 3 weeks I went to see the management of the dealer and sent an e-mail to Kubota. Result, we found that the replacement gears would be another 3 weeks arriving from...

I have read some threads stating that Kubota recommends against loaded tires with the BH? I read the manual with my B3030 but did not run across this, I admit I gave it just a skimming. My dealer loaded my rear tires at no cost, I took it and never thought that there would be an issue with the...

My objective is to purchase a B3030HSDC (with FEL 403) next Spring. I'm wondering if I can get it with a QA system which will enable me to use pallet forks. If the 3030 is not available this way, it may be a deal breaker for me and I might consider an L3540. I've examined the...

I finally had a chance to get some seat time on my new B3030 this weekend. My most pressing task was mowing the lawn, we have about 2 acres of lawn with slopes from 0 to about 18 percent. I set the mower to 4", that is where I thought I was cutting with my BX23. I took a tape measure to the...

Does anyone know how to remove the top lid of the B3030HSDC cab? It's funny that the manual shows you how to get to the airconditioner and all the associated stuff that is under the headliner after the cab top is already removed... BUT NOT ONE SINGLE WORD OF HOW TO GET THAT TOP OFF!! I guess...

When I changed the HST filter on my B3030 as part of the 50 hour service, I noticed printed on the new filter instructions to replace the filter every 200 hours. The manual doesn't specifically state when to change the HST filter. It just has an entries for transmission fluid change and Hyd. oil...

I am pleased to announce that I made the trade yesterday, dealer dropped off my new B3030 with LA403 with reinforced bucket and 3 hooks, BH75 with a single hook on the bucket, 60" mmm, 72" front blade with quick hitch, 4 work lights and loaded tires, (bagger is on back order) and took away my...

I'm wondering if anyone knows where the cd player power plug is located in the B3030 HSDC cab. I've found it on the Kubota cab electrical schematic, and I've gathered all my parts for the installation; mini spade connectors, wire, speakers, etc, but was wondering if anyone can tell me where the...

I just got my B3030 and was wondering if there are any glow plugs in there. When you turn it to the position, all that happens is the light on the dash lights up. On my holland there is a loud clicking noise. Are there any plugs in there or do I have to buy them too???:confused:

There's a control below the seat of my B3030 to adjust the "drop rate" of the 3PH. I like to set it as slow as possible so I don't slam the 7' RFM on the ground. Seems like I have to continually adjust the control to keep it on "slow". Do you have similar troubles with the 3030, is this a...

Hey Guys, from reading through many threads I have gathered that the Markham toothbar is an excellent item. Could someone who has bought one for their B3030 please let me know what it cost, so I have an idea. A toothbar is something I should of had a year ago when I was putting in my yard for...

I have a semi hard time hooking up implements,and am trying to figure out the best combination to make it easier. Should I pull both pins on the stabilizers and expand the lower links , and then re-adjust them after hooking it up? My old 8N is so sloppy and loose I could almost back up to...

Does anyone know off hand what a 3 pt top link cost for a B3030? I kind of reformed mine into a banana shape.................nuts!

My check goes out today for my new B3030, loader, BH, 60" MMM, Bagger, chain hooks on bucket and on BH, 4 work lights, and of course, the new seat. I am excited beyond belief. I am sorry to see my BX23 go but I am looking forward to fun fall with my new machine. I will be repleat with...

Hi, I'm new here. I am an old tractor guy (1940s-50s) and am pricing our a new tractor, a Kubota B3030. It has a cab and a loader for $22000. Deal or no deal? I dont know a thing about modern tractors, well, I do have a new Holland TZ25DA that is just plain too small for my operation. I saw it...

blew a hydro hose on my backhoe tonight, wondering if it was just a bad hose or something i did. I was tearing through a root when it happened. i think it will be more of a pain to send it to the shop then if i just fix it. any thoughts?

I am trying to determine the proper size of blade for my B3030 - and considering either the 6' or the 7'. Obviously I want the blade wide enough to clear the tires when I have it angled for plowing snow and maintaining the driveway. Probably about a 6.5' would be ideal, but they typically...

Looking for advice ... first tractor. 20 acres just east of Lake Ontario, NY. Occasional 2-3 ' snowfalls. 1800 feet of creek and lowland on ~ 7 acres. Mixed hardwoods and softwoods. Light clay/gravel ... very few rocks. Steep inclines down to floodplain. 6 acre plateau w/ light brush...

Doe's anyone know if you have to remove the brushguard to use a full set (4)?

Thanks for everyone for all your input. I looked at the BX24 all the way to a Grand L 5740 and decided that the best choice for what I needed was a B3030 with a Bearcat 73554 chipper / shredder. I had a Grand L 4630 and hydraulic Bearcat chipper (72854) but since having kids and only being on...

I've used my own Kubota L4200 glide shift transmission for 7 years to do everything from dig graves for the family dogs to mowing 3" boxwoods with a 8 foot twin spindle Rhino. Never a hiccup.Love the glide shift. Now my 72 year old mother wants a new Kubota and she's looking closely at a B3030...

Going to order my tractor next week and have a few last questions. My choices are between the B3030 and the L3400 (maybe the L3130 if the price isn't too much more). I have read all comparisons here and elsewhere and it seems to come down to the B's bells and whistles or the L's weight and...

Does Kubota make a bagger for the B3030? Thinking about replacing my BX23 and bagging is important to me.

I have driven 3 (new) B3030’s now. One was a cab and the others open. All three had a very annoying thrum in the floor boards. The last one was like a vibro-massage that had my feet tingling after a 3 minute trip around the lot with the tach at 2,000 RPMs. My 3 cyl B7610 was smooth as silk...

I'm at work right now, and I have no way to measure....I tried to search, but I wasn't able to find anything. Can someone tell me what size 3pt drawbar to buy?

Hi all! Well I've had my 3030 for 3 weeks now and have managed to put on a whopping 4 hours on her......mostly cutting grass. This past Saturday, I decided to get out the 60" rfm and take care of one of my lower fields. WOW...the 3030 can really power thru some really thick grass with the...

My dealer emailed me back and told me the upgrade special on the seat is over and the price is $194.73. Can I get the seat from someone else at a better price? Thanks, Steve

Hello, I'm about to take possession of a B3030 tractor with FEL 403, 60"MMM. I'm thinking that I could really use grappling hooks on the FEL but I'm not sure if I can add the hooks to my FEL or what I need to purchase in addition to the FEL i.e. quick connect attachement or some other device to...

Does anyone have any pictures of a B3030HSDC (cab model) with a backhoe attached? I am thinking about buying a backhoe for my B3030 and would like to see some pictures. Are there any users who could comment on the performance of the B3030 with a backhoe? Any info would be appreciated...

Hello, I'm thinking of purchasing a 3pt rear mount blade for my B3030 tractor to use as a replacement for a 3pt balast box. My thinking is that the balast box has no use exept as a counter weight where the blade can be used for a counter weight and scraping when using the loader. Is there an...

I have decided to trade my 3 year old B7610 for a B3030. Here’s the deal so far: B3030 HSD W/Turfs LA 403 FEL W/60” Bucket B2782 Front Blower Quick Hitch RCK2-30B 72” Deck Total is $24,411.00 + 6 % tax = 25,875.66 OTD I’m trading a B7610 W/325 hours, LA 352 FEL, 60” MMM, BX2750 front blower...

Hey guys while using the Kubota today, a stick came up and wedged between the ground and floorboard. I only noticed it when I felt my left foot raise up. It happened so fast I couldn't stop the tractor. Well it bent the floorboard. Has this happened to anyone else? There is a support bracket...

A weeping willow that I cut down last fall didn't want to die, so my B3030 was called into action. One B3030, chain, shovel, reciprocating saw and 90 minutes got the job done. I remember not so fondly when I used to do this kind of thing and didn't have the B3030. (In those days it took 90...

Hello, I'm new to this site but I've been reading a lot of the threads and there are some good advice. I'm planning on purchasing a Kubota B3030 HSD FC with a 60" FEL and 60" MMM. My research ended up comparing the Kubota with the New Holland TC31DA. The New Holland with the same implements was...

Well this one took a while. It is still too heavy for the B3030 to lift with the front end loader. I will probably pressure wash some of the dirt off to lighten it up.

Hello All, I'm trying to decide which tractor is best for my needs. I own an 8 acre parcel of land of which I'll be mowing about 4 acres. The property is on the water so I also have some clean up to do of my waterfront and a bit of brush clearing. I understand that the bx series should do a...

I am seriously considering upgrading from my bx2200 to a b3030. My only issue besides cost is whether I can transport it w/ my little 6 cyl suv/dual axle 5000 lb trailer w/ brakes. I have no problems w/ the b2200 w/ bucket and 400 lbs of counter weight on the back. We have no hills in...

Dear Group: I am contemplating buying the Kubota 3030HSDC. My dear wife is intrigued by the prospect of cutting our lawn in air-conditioned comfort. Aftering looking at some comporable Deeres, New Hollands and the like, the B3030 remains our top choice and, frankly, the cab cinched it for...

This is my favorite spraying set up.

I have 5 acres of lawn to mow and another 8 to brush cut and also will do some light landscape work in the yard like moving gravel mulch etc, putting in flower beds. Also plan on using a box scraper to smooth out some soil now and then. Any suggestions on which unit? I have been told by king...

I've got a call into my salesman - but perhap's y'all can help me figure it out... After using the machine a bit side by side with my NH - I feel like I'm falling off it - especially going downhill. At first my backside was really enjoying the suspension vs. the relatively fixed NH seat, so I...

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...

Greetings, Just received my B3030 about a week ago and am thus far extremely pleased with it. However, I have yet to remove the 60" MMM. Although the manual is detailed (perhaps a little too detailed), I still prefer the direction of experienced users as opposed to an owners manual. Can anyone...

Setting up to spray 110 acres.

i am thinking of adding a grapel, hydo top link, and a hydo thumb just what am i l ooking at getting involved with here? what do i need? prices and web sites would be apreciated, thanks

I am thinking of trading my B2910 for the 3030 with the cab. Looking to get the FEL and 60" MMM that I now have. Does anybody have any comments or suggestions on things I need to consider with the cab. I plan to get the loaded turf tires that I have on the 2910. 80% of my use is mowing 4 acres...

just some of my thoughts while mowing this evening. YOUR RESULTS MAY VARY! my current yard is 7 acres, nice grass, springfed creek, and lots of trees. i have owned probably 20 tractors over the years of all brands up to about 40 horse. when i bought this place i bought a deere 2210 (very...

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...

Anyone have pix of their 3030 with the fender extension kit installed. If so, could you please post pix?? Thanks........ Swmpbgy1

Greetings, Just took delivery of my new B3030 yesterday (talk about a great Father's day gift!). Haven't used it that much, but what little seat time I've had has exceeded my expectations. Fantastic machine. It has been confirmed that I have the new seat and, from photos I've seen, does not...

After a few technical challenges here are the pictures of my new B3030. This is the tractor I really wanted when I bought my B7610 back in April. I liked the 7610, except for the seat. What I wasn't prepared for was how much I would enjoy the tractor, how much it would allow me to accomplish...

I have a question? I currently own a B3030 with a LA403 loader and a 72" deck. 80% of the tractors time is spent mowing grass and hauling a small trailer, But every once in a while I get doing so loader work and the rear end get very light. How much soil compaction would loading the rear...

Just got it from the dealer. Its much softer with no forward lean to it. No more sore legs knees for me. I don't think I could have stood another hour in that seat. Because of the forward lean, you use your feet and legs to push against the deck to keep from sliding off. After 2-3 hours of...

Hi, I'm new to TBN and I'd like to hear from some of the owners of the B3030HSDC. I've been considering purchasing that model for over a month now, in which time I've researched the heck out of it, but I want some input from those of you who own one. I have a small landscape biz and would like...

After looking at the B series brochure - I think I did get the new seat with my new B3030. It looks very similar, but doesn't seem to drop off in front. I haven't noticed any comfort issues yet, but only have a couple hours on the machine. So - I'm going to snap a few pix for y'all tonight...

Can't seem to get the hydraulic toplink to work. It extended, but won't retract. I re-jiggered (that's a highly technical term) the connections a few times. Figured perhaps there was a problem with the toplink so I swapped it out for the one that worked just dandy on my TC18. No dice...

Hello, I just took delivery of a new B3030 last week. However, after only a couple hours of use I noticed it was dripping a little oil on the floor after I parked it. I traced the leak to the small hole at the bottom of the starter motor. So, it seems to me that engine oil must be getting...

Sorry for the junk pic - the weather has not been cooperating. Got it Friday afternoon - then took off to go sailing for the weekend - darn "other" hobbies:rolleyes: Next two weekends are booked as well.:o I feel a case of orange fever coming on if the sun comes out...:rolleyes: Here she...

I had to run my AC on full throttle, for the first time. I was running rear pto @ 2000 rpm, in full sun, 82 degrees. She kept me comfortable but the fuel gage was constantly on the move,down! :cool:

need some pallet forks for my b3030 with kubota QT need price ya paid need where to get any aftermarket stuff help

Carver Equip is pleased to offer an improved, much more comfortable seat for BX, B2630 and B3030 tractors at a drastically reduced priced compared to retail. Orders must be placed now. Discounted price offer ends June 13, 2007. New seats will begin to ship after July 1, 2007. Email to me direct...

I will be purchasing :D a B3030 with R4's in the near future and cannot get a fix on the exact heights of the 2 styles of ROPS available on the 3030. Would someone with each style of ROPS and R4's be willing to measure their machines and reply? Thanks for all of the great info! Swmpbgy1

Greetings to everyone. I'm a new member and this is my first post of what I am certain will be many. I've been lurking here for the past few weeks and have acquired quite an education from the resources herein. Hopefully, I can reciprocate and contribute back to the forum in due time. Over the...