kubota l48

Hello, I have a Kubota L48 tractor/backhoe and the sticker that was on the driver's side front frame above the axle isn't there anymore. Is the tractor serial # stamped somewhere on the tractor? Thanks in advance!!

I have a 2000 Kubota L48 with 1300 hours on it. As I get older I am more noise sensitive. Although I wear ear protection it seems like my tractor is so loud! My muffler appears to be intact but I am thinking of cutting open to see if it has fiberglass packing that needs to be replaced or if I...

I would like to replace the glow plug relay and controller behind the dash but have no idea how to remove the dash. Can anyone help with this? 2002 L48

Looking for part #32771-27110. Shows parts #50 on drawing. Made a number of phone calls...but no one carries part..... part is discontinued part...Already Called Golden Eagle, Messicks, Kubota dealer, Wengers, Friday Parts, etc....Also searched ebay....No luck....Any suggestions?....... Here is...

I have an '03 Kubota L48 backhoe, one owner with just under 800hrs. Just had the complete 700hr service done, and while there, had the dealer repack/repair a leaking hydraulic cylinder on the boom. Get the tractor home, and don't use it for a few weeks...notice the steering was a little...

Hi all, I've read everything I could find on L48's on here, mostly being older posts considering the age of the machine. Is anyone still running one of these for general use? I understand the main complaint is when being used for normal tractor work the speed in medium range, apparently too...

I would like to determine the 2006 original cost of my Kubota L48 TLB. I am trying to estimate the depreciation ---just for fun. Mine has a few handy gadgets. In addition to the standard Kubota quick attach loader bucket it has the following: 3rd function,..... +...

I’m going to try to put together an after-market 3PH linkage for my Kubota L48 TLB (it didn’t come with one) and the factory linkage is over $2000. I’d like to include a hydraulic top link and I’m wondering if I can use the quick-connect ports that normally supply the backhoe to feed the...

Two weeks ago I picked up a 2006 Kubota L48 TLB with only 250 hours. The machine has been outside for 13 years, and is generally in excellent condition, except for the seat. I called Messick's, and they want $698 + shipping for an OEM seat. THAT is NOT the seat for me...

The L48 I have is a 2001 with about 1150 hours it seems to be stuck in low. It runs fine the bucket and back hole works fine drives good, but it will not go into the med range or high. I replaced the oil about 60 hours ago as well as the filters. The leaver seems not to have any resistance...

I have a 2004 Kubota L48 backhoe that I bought used. The backhoe is removable. The machine did not come with the 3-point hitch components. I'm a total rookie tractor mechanic. I want to start using some rear 3-point hitch implements and am trying to figure out a cheaper way to put together a...

I’m wanting to trade my L3800 for a L48. I had my eye on a L39 or L45 but I’ve found a L48 with front hydraulic and a 4-1 bucket, 900 hours for 20k which I don’t think is a bad price. It’ll be used for what it’s made for most of the time but I do need to bushhog for probably 20 hours a year and...

Re: Kubota L48 starting problems I have a Kubota L48TLB with starting problems. will crank over, all lights on dash seem ok, no smoke from exhaust. I replaced the stop solenoid, didn't fix the problem, I can loosen the stop solenoid so its plunger or rod is released from the injector block...

Hello, new to the site, however not equipment and Kubotas. Anyhow, I am building a quick attach for the BT1100 backhoe so I can use my pin on style buckets. I am looking for the pin sizes, I believe they are 30 mm and 38 mm hopefully someone can confirm that. Also need the pin center dimension...

I have a problem with hydraulic fluid leaking under the tractor right under where your feet are. Took to a repair man and he said the tractor would have to be taken apart and was too big of a job for him. Any suggestions on what could be the problem and how to fix it.

Backhoe has been on tractor for long time. Having problems getting it off. Any suggestions on how to get it off. The levers on the backhoe will not move once the clips are pulled out.

Has anyone installed a hydraulic quick coupler on an L48? The one on an M62 I was looking at today looked to have similar dimensions, with the exception of the pins being farther apart on the L48 between the points where the loader arms and the bucket cylinder link attaches. Thanks for any input.

Well I am one of those people who buy something used then go through it for service before I really use it. I do this for a couple of reasons, Since its used, I don't "really know when it was last serviced" and it gives me a chance to really learn about the machine. like how stuff works and what...

This may sound like an odd post but I have found what I have been looking for but it comes with a price. Here's the question. Would you sell off all of your attachments to fund a new tractor if you new you would have to replace some of them in the near future? I have a deal that requires...

If anyone has insight it would be greatly appreciated, working on A 2006 Kubota L48 , It has a leak between valve plate and HST, this is the 3rd time its been split in 650 hours for same thing, gasket seems to walk around and then finally fails, Checked both surfaces with straight edge both are...

I am going to to the 600 hour service on my L48 this weekend. What hydraulic fluid can use other then the Kubota branded fluid? Thanks

Hello I just got my first Kubota Tractor. I have a small Case DX33 but wanted a backhoe. I was impressed with the Kubota TLB series and was looking for an L45 when I found a clean L48 not too far from where I live. So far I am impressed with the quality and the concept. I have some small...

Alas I have had to part with mt Kubotal L48 when I sold a property and the buyer made it part of the sale. I miss the equipment more than the real estate! But I have moved on to greener pastures and purchased a 2004 JD 4520 as part of the new ranch. I am trying to get over my Orange envy and...

Hello everyone. I am wondering if anyone has experienced weak stabilizers on their backhoe? I have a L48 with the BT1100 backhoe and the stabilizers seem to pick up the back end of the tractor only a tiny bit. I would say about 4 inches. They do not fully extend as I thought they should when...

I have a Kubota L48 I bought it brand new the first year it came out i think 2000 This machine has been very good to me I never had any expensive problem I use it for everything from pushing huge oak trees over to moving material around the job site and shop.If anyone has any questions I will...

Does anyone now if the Kubota L48 sold with no hoe will simply plug and go with the hoe off a TLB package model.? Looking at buying a L48 that never came with the backhoe attachment. Wanted to make sure it was plumbed for the hydraulic hookups for a hoe. I know the mounting was the same on both...

I have to throttle up to 1100 rpm's or so to raise the bucket or 3 pt. hitch with the bush hog on after the transmission fluid heats up. When I first start the tractor all works fine. Any suggestions?

I have a 2002 L48 TLB with 2000 hours. The seam in transmission where it is bolted together has started leaking a little. Anyone else had this issue?

My Kubota started fine this morning, but then it stalled out. It is turning over, but will not start. It has plenty of diesel. The fuel does not seem to be flowing past the injection pump. Any suggestions? Trying to trouble shoot. Thank you for your assistance! Suzi

I just bought a used kubota L48 TLB and I like it but is there any way I can get the boom and dipper to operate at the same time? Like bring the boom up while pulling the dipper in. Or boom down while putting dipper out. Thanks all.

I was shocked to learn what Kubota wanted for a factory install of a remote. I want to piece togtether the parts and do it myself, but not sure where to tap the system safely due to the switching valves on the L48. I would like to know if anyone has done this, and what parts were required. A...

Does anyone out there know the hydraulic flow rate of the auxiliary hydraulics on an L48 kubota FEL? I can't find the specs anywhere, and the guy at the dealer hasn't gotten back to me about it. They were either installed by the factory, or the dealer prior to delivery of our machine. I am...

I was using my brothers L48 TLB today for the 1st time. The backhoe didn't seem to have as much power as I expected. There is a diagram that shows a directional valve lever position. In is for the backhoe and out is for the 3 point hitch. Is the valve located below the seat? They call it a...

I have a 2008 or 2009 Kubota L48 and it is intermittently not starting. The battery is strong and it cranks well. I had Kubota repair guy at it and he was unsure of exact problem. He told me that he replaced a fuse that "should not have been involved with the starting circuit" but after he...

Hi here, When i go to start my L48, it turns on and then immediately dies. I cant figure out what is causing this. Battery cable that connects to the starter shorted out by hitting the engine block, cable was replaced but now will only run if the key is held in the on position.

I've been using this tractor to grade a section of my property for lawn. I've been switching between the loader and the backhoe a lot and when I spin the seat around the female end of the seatbelt which is attached to the seat hits the pto lever causing the machine to stall if my weight isn't on...

Ok, I managed to break one of the hinge pins for the loader on my L48. The loader assembly is the TL1150 SG, but i cannot locate an online source for the hinge pin. Is this something that will have to be sourced through the dealer? The pin that has broken is the one at the end of the...

I have a Kubtoa L48 with Auxillary Hydraulics on the loader arms. I want to change out the hydraulic pump to increase the flow. The factory pump only gives me 12 gpm. I would at least like to get upto 25 gpm so I can run some hydraulic attachments off the front loader arms. Any suggestions.

I finally got my Bushhog Squealer SQ172. My problem is I don't have an Owner/Operator Manual for my 05 L48. I've searched the forum but can't find the specifics of how it's done. Anybody done it or have an owner's manual with the info on how it's done? From what I can see by examining the...

Was just about to by a nice used Kubota L48, but Just came across a JCB Midi. Started checking specs & the JCB seem like a great machine, Smaller in physical size then the L48, but a little more HP , deeper backhoe depth, better lift capacity . Have not had a chance to test drive yet...

I have a Kubota L48, the boom will not raise at all, no fluid leakage anywhere, all other functions are working fine, any help or ideas would be appreciated.

I have a 2004 L48, and plan on using it for snow removal this winter. Used it a couple of times last winter stacking and moving snow, and realized that a cab was needed for this winter. Searched all over for a Curtis, only to find out that they quit making them sometime ago and no one has one...

Looking for a curtis cab for a 2004 Kubota L48. Curtis says that they have stopped making these, but that dealers might still have some in stock. My local dealers have not been of any help yet. Thanks, John

I bought a Woods 1050 backhoe which is very LARGE. It is designed to mount as a 3 point hitch but I have seen this unit tear the top link off a smaller tractor. That is why I got to buy it! I would like to convert it to hook onto the 4 hard points of the frame. Has anyone seen a kit to do...

OIL PLUG PROBLEMS. SEE POST IN FORUM CONSTRUCTION EQUIPMENT BY 717WALTERS.

I HAVE A '02 L48 THAT KEEPS LOSING AN ENGINE OIL PLUG THAT LEAVES ME WITHOUT OIL PRESSURE. THE DEALER TELLS ME THAT THIS PLUG ( I THINK HE CALLED IT A "FLINCH PLUG" ) IS USED TO SEAL THE PREDRILLED PORT HOLES THAT SUPPLY THE OIL TO THE FILTER, PRESSURE GAUGE,etc. THIS PLUG IS SAID TO RESEMBLE...

Asking for a friend who is looking at a L48 tlb in the mid $30's. I know bobcat comes with many more standard features than the big 3 but I figure the knowledge here could give him a more broad view of a reason to at least consider a bobcat over the kubota. Thank you for the replys

Is it feasible to use a T-N-T with an L48. I'm not to sure how the TNT works, is it removable so I could take it off when I use my back hoe or is it a permanent addition?

My L48, purchased w/1100 hours on it, seems to have hydraulic issues and I'd like some feedback from those more experienced with the model and with hydraulics. 1. Overnight, the BH main lift arm will leak down so the bucket sits on the ground in the morning. The dealer says it is normal and...

I am trying to find the part number for a Kubota L48 transmission filter. The Manual makes it look as if the hyd filter and the transmission filter are the same. I'm sure some of you have made the same mistake when you went to do the service work. Can someone give me a good part number for...

Would anybody know why my front loader.bucket when dumping or lifting. is very jerky.. it seems to have no smooth load or dump action when lifting with the bucket. or dumping with the bucket. Its either full instant dump or loading.. Not smooth or variable control of the bucket at all...

I'm looking for a 10" or 12" bucket for my L48 backhoe. I currently have a 24" bucket. Where's the best place to buy one? I guess shipping can be expensive for something this big and bulky. Anyone have a used one they want to sell me? I also read about quick disconnect buckets. Mine pins on...

So after a long time, my dreams are finally coming true. I found a 2005 kubota L48 with 435 hrs. The machine comes with the 12" and 18" BH bucket. The dealer is throwing in an 18ft pequea 10,000lb trailer, at what he says, is his cost of 3000.00. I'm also having them install front hydraulics on...

I have lost hydraulic on my Kubota L48 checked the fluid levels which were little low. Added fluid but still no hydraulics. Changed filters also. Any suggestions?

I've got an L48 that has a broken clutch lever to engage the PTO. The lever seems to work fine (that is it pulls the cable) but the spring loaded PTO clutch won't move. I can get it to engage/disengage if I get under the tractor and move the lever by hand. It is getting tougher and tougher to...

Looking at 2 Used L-48 TLB's, I now have a M4700 with 600 hours on it with loader 2 wheel drive. I have a 6ft 3pt disk I use with the 4700 and a 6ft bush hog, 7ft finish mower, 6ft Bush and bog disk 4 row planter, 2 row planter 2 bottom 12" breaking plow, 3 bottom 12" breaking plow 10ft wheel...

My 2002 L48, approx 2500 hrs, used for various sitework and extensive road-grading with FrontRunner grader/rake is experiencing boom lift and lower gagging when fluid is warm. Boom lifts and lowers normally only when bucket rollback or dump is actuated. Suspect problem with regenerative...

I have am looking at a 2005 Kubota L48 TLB with 90 hours for $33,000 and was wondering if that is a reasonable price. The unit is in outstanding shape. Any info appreciated. Thanks

Hi everyone this is my first post here so please be kind:) This week I purchased a L48 TLB. I LOVE the machine but the controls on the back hoe are backwards for me. Long story short I swapped one function to the other handle.The controls are the way I want them now, but I think that they need...

We need to hear from EVERYONE who has heard ANYTHING regarding the changes to the new L48 replacement coming out this fall. I've heard it will be called the L57 using the 57 HP turbocharged L series engine. What have you heard?

I sold my New Holland LX865 skid steer and would like to replace it with a loader with similiar capacity. I like the skid steer very much, but it tears the ground up everywhere I go, so I was thinking about a wheel loader or tractor of some kind. In my quest to find a new loader, I started...

I took delivery of my new L48 a couple of weeks ago. With it I got: * Front Aux hyd * Rear remotes * Top N Tilt * Virnig 4-in-1 78" bucket * McMillian Hyd PHD with 9" auger * Rhino HB84 box blade w/ hyd scraper * Rhino TW72 rotary cutter I had been looking to buy in the Kansas, but my local...

I'm getting ready to buy an L48. I know many of the pros and cons. I need a single machine that will handle trenching/digging and also brush cutting, road blading, etc... The machine will mostly operate above 8500 feet, and never below 7500, so i need all the HP I can get, without getting too...

Does Kubota sell a thumb for their L48 Backhoe? I was at a dealer today checking out an L48 and he couldn't find anything in his ordering guide on backhoe thumbs. He found one for the B26 but not the L39 or L48. Seems kind of strange that Kubota wouldn't offer a thumb for their bigger backhoes...

New member. I purchased a 2001 L48 w/600hrs. The Trans/Hydro fluid was low/very low and now the medium speed is very slow; it doesnt respond much to a very high idle in medium. The low and high seem the same. The high is a dog with just a little loading. Could something have blown or should I...

I am looking to buy a new L48 before the end of the year and was wondering what sort of pricing people have seen on this model. I am looking to buy it with the regular tires, have them filled with foam for construction purposes, add the pallet forks and get the 24" backhoe bucket.

Just bought a new L48 which will be delivered on Saturday! We have a long list of projects to do ranging from land clearing to water line laying. Anyone have any hints/tips/advice for using this machine? I've used several tractors before (MF1240 most recently) but never one as powerful or with...

I just took delivery of a new L48 with a heavy duty CA 4 in one bucket and 3 spool valve for rear hydraulics. I've read quite a bit in these discussion groups about the awesome power of the L48 loader. However in the few hours that I've used my machine the loader seems a little anemic. It...

I bought a Towmaster Contrail Utility Trailer with a beavertail that's 13,460 lbs G.V.W.R. and 19 ft long. I know the weight of the L48 won't be a problem, but is the trailer long enough to set the FEL and backhoe down? Should I trade it in for a longer one? Tony

After all the research and agonizing soul-searching as to whether to buy local, or to buy at all for that matter, I've done the deal. Here's what I've got: Kubota L48 TLB Mechanical Self Leveling (SG) Backhoe Quick Attach K7770 12" and 24" Buckets K7872 and K7875 Work Lights Skid Steer...

Does anyone out there have a hydraulic thumb for a Kubota L48 and if so what brand is it and how is the quality? Thanks in advance!

Well I finally put an ad in the paper for my L48. My plan is to drop down to a tractor with a removeable loader. I thought I could get away mowing my hills and around my 100 plus sprinkler heads but find it's more work then anticipated. So before I put to many hours on it and it still has the...

Does anyone here own an L48 TLB. I am thinking about buying one and am looking for all the opinions (good and bad) that I can get. I currently own a TC40D with a Bradco 609 and am thinking about selling or trading for the upgrade.

Hi all. This is my first post. I currently own a 01 NH TC40D w/Bradco 609 and am working on a deal on a new L48 TLB. I have a few questions for any current owners of this tractor. Number one, witch side are the brake pedals on? Are they on the same side as the HST pedal? Two, I'm getting...

I'm getting close to closing in on purchasing either a Kubota L48 or a L4610HST. While the L48 is a little more expensive, it is peanuts when you look at it over the years I'll have it. Hoping some L48 folks (I know their are very few) can give me some thoughts about their likes and dislikes. I...

Took my new Kubota to camp today to try it out grading road with my BH84 Box Blade. The R4 tires don't pull as well as the ag tires on my Case 530. But the 4x4 took care of that. Only problem was a missing nut on the draft control linkage. Two miles back in the wood and I couldn't lift the...