kubota l3600

  1. C

    Frozen shift lever L3600

    L3600, glide shift(I think) shift lever froze. Temps were in the low 20's, shifter just would not move. Forward and reverse were fine, I was just in 2nd gear, very slow. Running the tractor did not unfreeze it. Parked in the shop, turned the heat on, and it unfroze in about an hr, but as soon as...
  2. R

    Valve adjustments F3060 L3600

    Curious who has done that. And was it needed? My owner's manual for my L3600 says to adjust every 800 hours [have not done at 1000 hours]. Wonder if needed? And just FYI - that engine runs cool. My F3060 owner's manual does not mention valve adjustment- I have 2700 hours and have no idea if it...
  3. R

    Valve adjustments F3060 L3600

    Curious who has done that. My owner's manual for my L3600 says to adjust every 800 hours [have not done at 1000 hours]. Wonder if needed? That engine runs cool. My F3060 owner's manual does not mention valve adjustment- I have 2700 hours and have no idea if it was done before I bought it at...
  4. C

    L3600, New to me, with challenges

    Bought a L3600 with a Great Bend FEL/4in1 bucket, hydraulic top link and side link. Needed something a little bigger than my BX2230 for pulling/lifting logs(new sawmill) Probably paid too much(according to my wife-way too much) but I think it will work. The challenges- Bought it in Oct last...
  5. M

    Which Grapple for Kubota L3600

    Which grapple will fit a Kubota L3600HST tractor. Pushing small trees around.
  6. M

    Kubota L3600 Heater fan won't run

    I have a 2000 Kubota L3600. My heater and radio seem to be going in and out together. If I tap on the overhead cab sometimes it will come back on until I hit a bump and they will both turn off or cut out. I pulled the cab roof and started looking for problems. It appears that the power supply...
  7. B

    1996 Kubota L3600 - Good Deal or Watch Out?

    I've got an opportunity to get a 1996 Kubota L3600 with a box grader, bush hog and finish mower for $11,500. From the pics, it looks like it sits outside but seems to be in decent condition. I'll see it in person next week, but any thoughts about the price and or things to be leery of? Just...
  8. T

    Kubota L3600 Steering Quit

    I had just scooped up some dirt and was backing up. I heard a klunk and the steering quit altogether. I can turn the steering wheel freely but the wheels don't move. I couldn't find any hydraulic lines disconnected. All the other hydraulic functions work fine. Nothing at all is leaking that...
  9. T

    L3600 AIRCONDITIONER CHARGE

    My gauge that comes with a can is reading in the yellow and red I think I have to much in it
  10. V

    L3600 wont steer forward

    tractor will steer Backwards but not forward, pulls hard to the left in forward belts are on, ties rods look good ..... ? cannot find the PS fluid reservoir though, not shown in manual update I found that it uses the same hydraulic fluid as the rest of the systems (loader and 3ph working) and...
  11. D

    L2900 GST Steering Issue - Fluid Leak ( L3300 L3600 L4200 )

    Hello, I'm hoping somebody can steer me in the right direction. hahahee <whew> :o I fired my L2900 GST up and took it about 10 feet when I realized I had no steering to the right. I still had steering to the left. Here are the specific symptoms: turn to the right = massive leak and no wheel...
  12. deranged

    Loader  L3600 la680

    I have a leaking cylinder on my la680 and went to get the rebuild kit, but there are two different kits. I can not see markings to tell me what cylinder I have so is there any way to tell without opening the cylinder up to look at the "ram" size?
  13. cook96cbra

    Kubota L3600 saves the day!

    A few days ago mid Michigan was slammed with 18-22" of snow. I was trying to clear out the driveway of the house we just bought because I had a delivery coming. It was wet and slippery under all that snow. When I went to back up to reposition my little snow plow rig (a 99 Durango) and I couldn't...
  14. T

    Planters  what grain drill will work well on Kubota L3600 4wd?

    I've never owned a grain drill Is there one that would work on ground that was already worked up or unworked ground, and which can I handle with a 36 hp Kubota l3600 4wd tractor?
  15. cook96cbra

    Just picked up a Kubota L3600 on the cheap!

    Guy traded it in on a new tractor at a John Deere dealer, they thought it was stuck in 4x4 but it wasn't LOL!! Long story short I got a deal, a really good deal! It even came with a back blade and they delivered it! It's 38hp and has a nifty glide shift trans. I dig it! Kids like it too and...
  16. cook96cbra

    L3600 GST stuck in 4x4, advice please

    Looking at this tractor, may purchase it but need some advice. It's for sale at a John Deere dealer. 1200 hours, R4 tires, loader and back blade, priced at $9995. Dealer says that the previous owner only used it to move dirt and never took it out of 4x4. They say the just want to move it and not...
  17. houser52

    Kubota L3600/LA680 hydraulics problem. Need help

    >First a little background- Within the last few months I've done a few things to my Kubota... 1. The FEL had always felt a little weak. I bought a gauge and checked the pressure at 2200 psi which was lower than the factory psi of 2498psi. I added 1 #10 SS washer which brought it up to...
  18. B

    Oil & Fuel  L3600 Fuel Tank

    I have a L3600 with a fuel tank that is leaking. It is not a hose but is coming from the bottom of the tank. It looks difficult to pull out the tank but that is what needs to be done. Doe anyone have a shop manual or experience in doing this. Buddy
  19. houser52

    Kubota L3600 glow plug controller

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  20. T

    govoner springs orentation kabota l3600

    took my tractor all apart to fix a leak on gear cover. removed the speed control plate and govenor springs. 2 springs. not sure how springs were conected now. have the repair book but pics in book are poor black and white. not sure if springs were like a chevy carb springs one inside the other...
  21. T

    kubota l3600 repairs

    its ben a few years since i broke anything so im back. broke my stering moving snow this winter. hydraulic rod broke off at the thread part that screws into . weled it back together. should be ok. have hole in front engine cover as results of stering breaking hiting.dont think i want to replace...
  22. Shawn Morin

    Loader  Kubota L3600 FEL hydraulic problem

    Hi Guys, I primarily use my tractor for moving snow. I noticed my last time out that my FEL "up/down" controls are not working properly. For example, when I pull the lever all the way down to raise the FEL, it moves super, super slow. If I just barely push down on the lever, the FEL actually...
  23. D

    L3600 trans leak again after update seal kit!

    looking for advise put in the updated seal kit and spacer on a L3600 gst and now its leaking again!:mad: anybody had this happen ? just getting ready to tear it.serial no 51994 please help looking for any suggestions thanks in advance!
  24. docric

    Backhoe  Backhoe L3600 to L3130

    Long time lurker, first time posting! I have a L 3130 Kubota with front end loader and have been jonesin' for a back hoe attachment. Seems like the consensus here is to avoid a straight three point hitch attachment. I have found a Woods model 7500 for sale that has a frame attachment and PTO...
  25. J

    Powering low flow motor from Kubota L3600 hydraulics

    I am looking at driving a motor for a sickle bar that is rated at 4 gpm from my L3600. Rated flow for the tractor is 8 GPM. I have a Kubota loader and 1 factory valve in the back for 3 pt. tilt. Basically have two questions: How do I tap into the hydraulics to run the valves for lift...
  26. D

    tie rod end removal on L3600

    Trying to remove the tie rod ends on a Kubota L3600, when I try and back the nut off holding tie rod end the nut and bolt are turning, am I overlooking something or is there a trick to removing the tie rod end,
  27. J

    Have L3600 and need to mow about 3 acres of lawn...

    Not sure it this should go under Kubota or Lawn care but anyway... I have about 3 acres of lawn near the house. Have mowed it with a 42" craftsman for quite a few years. Wife does much of it. Also have a back field of about the same size that I just brush hog a time or two a year and mow a...
  28. S

    Loader  got the loader, now need the hydraulic connections for a L3600

    I just acquired a used FEL but the hydraulic stop at the quick disconnects ( the tractor ends stayed with the PO). So I need to order 3 hoses with disconnects. What thread to I need to connect to the Kubota? (under the right side operator platform). I also want to add 2 hyd circuits to the...
  29. S

    Loader  adapt new style loader to older L3600?

    Just brought home my new (used) L3600 GST 4wd. and now need to buy a FEL. Replacing a L2850 with Kubota BF500 FEL. Both L2850 and FEL were a little small for my needs. Got a couple prices for a new FEL to fit the L3600 but they are more than what I paid for the tractor. Found an Ansung 2540C...
  30. E

    Kubota L3600 preheat function

    My preheat function no longer works on my L3600. I don't know where to find or repair.....any suggestions?
  31. G

    2006 L3600 4x4

    i have a L3600 4x4 and was going down my dirt road and wanted to take it out of 4x4 so i stopped and did so. the front part of the front axle has a carrier bearing looking thing that lines up with the front drive shaft that i noticed was loose due to the bolts broke out of it so i replaced and...
  32. T

    Need manual for Kubota L3600

    I need a copy of owners manual and also a copy of a repair manual for a Kubota L3600 4x4. Please reply to TractorByNet or Best1953@Live.com Thanks
  33. Woody65

    L3600 ?

    What's a fair price on an L3600 ? I currently reside on a 1/2 acre and care for it with a push mower. Just purchased a 106acre place, 15 acres of fields and the rest hilly mountain terrain. I don't think the push mower will cut it :). I have been listening to all of your advice to other members...
  34. 3

    Kubota L3600 and JD 820 mower/conditioner

    I'm a newbie so these might be naive questions. I have about 40 acres that I would like to hay and cut alfalfa for horses. I have a Kubota L3600 tractor. The spec sheet says it produces 38 hp with about 31 hp at the pto. Locally there is a JD 820 mower conditioner available. The spec on this...
  35. G

    Bucket For Kubota L3600

    I am looking for a loader bucket for my L3600 tractor. The loader is a model LA680. The bucket is about 72" wide. I do not have the quick attach system.
  36. C

    L3600 GST question

    Hello everyone. I hope someone can help me here. I just bought a L3600 with the GST tranny, my question is this: Forward , neutral, reverse on the column shift. On my left while in the seat are my high and low gears 1-8. This also has a neutral.If the left shifter(high low gears) is in neutral...
  37. SkellCo

    Oil capacity of a Kubota L3600 4 cylinder diesel?

    Can someone tell me the oil capacity of a Kubota L3600 4 cylinder diesel. Misplaced the manual and wanted to have everything ready prior to changing. Thanks
  38. SCDolphin

    Oil/Filters for L3600 in Montana

    My brother lives in Montana.......nearest Kubota dealer hours away.......He has an L3600 GST which he got this summer. Time to change all the oil and filters. Would NAPA carry filters or is there a Kubota dealer near Boseman that could ship the stuff he needs. Is there a substitute for Super UDT oil
  39. P

    Actual weight of L3600?

    We are buying a 97 L3600 GST with full cab, loader, R4 tires. Does anyone know rough what the weight of this setup is? I am just trying to figure out if I need to keep my 25' gooseneck (GVW of 14000, but can haul 11500) to haul the tractor or if my 14' equipment trailer is good enough (GVW of...
  40. P

    lift cap of LA680 on L3600

    We are looking at buying a L3600GST that has a LA680 loader mounted on it, but I can't seem to find the lift capacity of the LA680. Does anyone know what the lift cap of this loader is?
  41. J

    L3600 WARNING LIGHT

    I'M KNEW TO THIS FORUM (AND TRACTORS IN GENERAL). MY DAD JUST PURCHASED A USED L3600. THE PIGTAIL LOOKING(MAYBE GLOWPLUG) WARNING LIGHT HAS COME ON TWICE, BUT GOES OUT AFTER A MINUTE OR SO. WHAT SHOULD WE LOOK FOR. THANKS IN ADVANCE!!
  42. K

    Axle seal leak kubota L3600 gst

    I put this in a kubota forum not much in the way of resposes. I was looking at my tractor last night and noticed a small hydro leak at the right (looking at the rear of the tractor from behind) rear axle housing where the frame meets the axle. The fluid is coming from underneath the 6 bolts...
  43. K

    Can't find correct air filter for L3600.

    I did the cross reference for the wix air filters and found them to be to long and closed on one end (also checked with dealer and he said his is closed on one end). Mine has a threaded wing nut that is used to secure the filter housing lid to the filter housing so the wing nut must go through...
  44. K

    Part number for L3600 (fan belt)

    Anyone know how I can get the part number for the fan belt on an L3600gst 1998. Thanks.
  45. K

    Axle seal leak? L3600 gst

    I was looking at my tractor last night and noticed a small hydro leak at the right (looking at the rear of the tractor from behind) rear axle housing where the frame meets the axle. The fluid is coming from underneath the 6 bolts that hold the axle to the frame. Anyone know if this is something...
  46. K

    Bout ready to pick up an L3600 90's model

    I'll be getting a late 90's l3600 gst on Monday. I was wondering why there are so few posts on this tractor? The only 2 things I see wrong with it are glow plug light stays on and a leak at the hose fitting where the tractor hydraulics connects to the backhoe hydraulics. I did read some about an...
  47. T

    rpm guage l3600

    I took my tractor apart to fix the clutch last yr . degreesed everthing with engine cleaner. rmp guage now dosnt work rite. at idle needle pegs out and i think the hr guage spins around quicker . any one ben here with this problem. thanks b.
  48. O

    Looking for side tin on L3600

    I am looking to freshen up the L3600 and need the grill pieces, and side tin, but the dealer is just out of this world price wise. where can i find used or reasonable new panels and grill? or is dealer only option?
  49. J

    Adding hydraulic hookup to L3600

    I just picked up a wood splitter with no motor or valve. Limited experience with hydraulics. I will only use it 10 - 20 hours a year so want to hook it to the the L3600. I understand it will be a bit slow but hopefully not TOO bad. I see most of the existing stuff (loader, etc) uses 3/8 hoses...
  50. J

    Questions on adding rear hyd hookup to L3600

    Sorry, got this in wrong area somehow. This can be removed...
  51. T

    l3600 no hyd pressure

    Ijust finished puting my tractor back together after fixing the rusty clutch linkage. started it up and no power stering. tried switching the hoses left and right. thought maybe i had them mixed up. still no stering. think the pumps not working.I think the repair manuel said these things are...
  52. K

    Kubota L3600 Noise in 4 wheel

    Just used my Kubota L3600 tractor tilling yesterday, went to park it and noticed a loud noise. When I put it in 2 wheel the noise goes away. Any suggestions as to problem. If so is this something a mechanically minded person can repair if I buy a manual. Or would it be something better left to...
  53. J

    L3600 electrical problem

    Had my tractor out in the morning and started it several times. No problem. Went to start it later and just got a very brief noise. Sounded sort of like a bad connection arcing. Now nothing on the instrument panel - no lights, no clicking, nothing. Checked shift levers, etc but I don't...
  54. J

    L3600 value

    I just bought a new M9540. Now I need to know about how much my L3600 is worth. It is a 1997 model with Glide Shift Transmission, FEL, 4WD, and 600 hours. Purchaced new was $21000. If is in excellent shape and has always been kept inside. I have no idea how much to ask. I welcome your input.
  55. H

    kubota L3600 No 3 point operation

    Just replaced the GTS clutch pack and the 3 point does not work, also the PTO stayes in gauged all the time this is a non independent PTO set up. All the hydraulic lines are hard lines and can not b crossed only fit one way. I spec i can figger how the PTO got out of whack and will look into it...
  56. H

    L3600 Clutch Issues

    It tries to move but will not. customer called me a few days ago and said it would move but takes awhile and he thought the steering also was a little hard at that time. I went to haul it back to the shop and it will slowly move a foot or so and that's it like a worn out clutch. it does not seam...
  57. K

    Kens L3600 GST engine problems

    Update on engine, Guess the title thread was wrong only 2 responces and thanks for these.On other post. And with the Kubota out of favor for the past 5 weeks have had to rent another tractor and end of year added expenses of tractor it cost me for a 5 year adverage 50 + a month not counting the...
  58. S

    L3600 Pricing

    I am looking at purchasing an L3600 here in the N. Texas area and was wondering if this is a good price. It has an LA680 front loader, 622 hours, ag tires, shuttle shift, a 6' bush hog finish mower, a 6' bush hog shredder, and a 6' disk. All of this for $16k. The tractor is in immaculate...
  59. V

    L3600 Engine won't shut off

    L3600 Engine won\'t shut off I have a '97 Kubota L3600 that will not shut off when I turn the key to the off position. The kill knob can be pulled out right next to the key which shuts off the air to the engine, taht works just fine. Any idea where I can start to trouble shoot the problem...
  60. J

    L3600 hydraulic pump capacity question

    I am looking at the specs for L3600 - especially in the Hydraulic section. It has Pump Capacity (main) and Pump Capacity (PS). Does anybody know what this means? What does PS stand for and why are two pump capacities listed for L2800, L3400 and L4400 models? All the other models have one...
  61. V

    Where is the hydrualic fill tube Kubota L3600?

    I looked all over the tractor and I'm having trouble finding the fill tube or plug for the hydrualic / transmission. How do I determine if the oil level is low if it only has a plug. Baught it used and don't have a manual (yet).
  62. K

    L3600 Kubota Elec. Problem

    owning-ML-813984-ML- Kubota specific post.
  63. K

    L3600 Kubota Elec. Problem

    This evening after dark parked tractor in shed turned off lights,stepping on brake noticed no parking light,turned off ignition switch engine continue to run,and now no lights,pulled Emer.Stop sw.diesel engine quit but now will not start,Tractor serviced about 10 hour ago at this time battery...
  64. K

    Parts List for L3600 GST

    Before having to get new computer had parts list on hard drive, and in the transfer of data lost the parts list,how do I again get a down load parts listing for a L3600 GST ? It is 40 miles to closest dealer and helps to phone in the parts needed. Today the right front axle came off the tractor...
  65. A

    Question L3600????

    My husband asked me to find some info for him about his tractor...The hydraulics are not working. He has changed the filter and fluid but still no go. They told him to clean the screen at the dealership but the owner's manual doesn't show where it is located. I have read on this site that some...
  66. D

    NewGuy with ??? on a L3600

    I have been reading TBN for about a year trying to educate myself on what to look for in a tractor and if the asking price is a good one or not. I think I found a good one but I am unable to pull the trigger without some profound advise from the TBN members. What I have found is an L3600 with...
  67. G

    Kubota L3600

    Anybody have any experience with a Kubota L3600? I have a need to bushog, rake, front end load, etc. and I found a late model L3600 which seems to be pretty heavy duty. the price was 14,500 with FEL, could get him down a bit lower I think (43 hours). It looked like a good machine-- ? any...
  68. K

    Kobuta L3600 Gst

    I have a L-3600 Kobuta with 1200 Hrs and when had app.700 hours broke the drive shaft to front end drive, replaced then again at 1200 hours again the drive shaft pin on the coupling to front drive gave away and the spline was damaged to point of needing to be replaced, after the new shaft was...
  69. C

    Kubota L3600

    I purchased a 1997 Kubota L3600 that was apparently left out in the weather and some of the sheet metal is rusted out. I am looking for the metal section located behind the driver seat that incorporates the small tool box. Can anyone give me some input on locating used parts such as this? Any...
  70. C

    Kubota L3600

    Trying to find a place to buy used Kubota sheet metal parts. I have a 1997 Kubota L3600 that needs the section behind the driver seat that has the small tool box built in. Haven't had any luck on the Internet locating this part (new or used). The part number is TA040-4719-0.
  71. Mark_in_NH

    L3600 w/FEL For Sale

    If anybody in the New England area is in the market for a Kubota L3600 w/ FEL, there is one for sale here in Moultonborough, NH. It is listed as a 1998 GST with 187 hours (I checked the meter) It has turf tires (big meaty rear tires). Price is listed at $18,000 Tractor appears to be in nice...
  72. L

    L3600 Dipstick

    My neighbor has a L3600 not HST and that's about all I can tell you about it. He thinks the hydraulic fluid is low, but the dipstick isn't where mine is on my B2410. We didn't look under the hood. but can someone point me to it's location? Or do you just fill it until you see the fluid in the...
  73. A

    1997 L3600 500 hours, backhoe, 4 in 1 bucket ??

    I'm about ready to buy a new B7800 but came across the above for $20,000 firm, about 15 miles from where I live. I'd love any opinions on a comparison of these units. New with backhoe, regular bucket backhoe and rear mower, my local price for the B7800 is $25,000. I'm on 8 acres, somewhat...
  74. K

    Kubota L3600 Steering Problems

    Need some advice on a steering cylinder problem I was using the L3600 to fill in where a log skidder had pulled logs from the woods and making a road way again. The cap end to the steering cylinder seperated from the body and dumped the oil pulled the tractor into the shop with 2nd tractor and...
  75. K

    L3600 4 whl. Drive failure

    Kobuta Mechanics could you answer this Question, yesterday Brush-hogging in 4 Whl. drive noticed front end wasn't pulling (Rear whls. slipping) while cutting uphill on a pond bank. No noise or reason to think there was a problem other than this. This morning blocked rear whl. took jack lifted...
  76. A

    Backhoe  BACKHOE FOR L3600

    HELP! I AM BUYING A USED L3600 AND I WOULD LIKE TO PUT A BACKHOE ON IT BUT I'M NOT QUITE SURE OF WHICH UNIT TO BUY. I WILL BE DOING SOME STUMPING (8-10" STUMPS) SOME DIGING IN STUBORN ROCKY SOIL. MY LOT IS NOT WHAT I WOULD CALL HARD PAN SOIL, BUT IT IS REAL TOUGH STUFF, TO PLANT A BUSH W/ A...
  77. A

    L3600 PROBLEMS

    I BOUGHT THE TRACTOR USED W/1100 HRS. IT'S A 96 MODEL. SO FAR I HAVE HAD TO REPLACE THE FRONT AXLE TUBE DUE TO EXCESS WEAR ON PIVOT, ALONG WITH THE RING AND PINION. THEN THE CLUTCH. THE SEAL IN THE FRONT DRIVE SHAFT PUKED DURING SNOW SEASON.NOW THE SEALS IN THE OUTER AXLES ARE LEAKING. SO IS...
  78. A

    L3600

    Anybody have an idea what an L-3600 GST with cab and front mounted snow blower would be worth? Unit has 63 hours on it. No other implements with unit.
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