kubota m6800

  1. J

    M6800 got hot, small pop noise, then lost some coolant and steamed.

    Cant find a bad hose, could the radiator have pressurized and popped, is the cap a pressure relief type?
  2. T

    Is there a fuse for temp gauge Kubota M6800 cab tractor

    Temp gauge died in M6800 cab tractor. Replaced the sending unit but still inoperable. Grounded wire to block and gauge doesn’t react. Possibly a brake between sending unit and gauge but I don’t care to chase it down if that’s the case. I’ve seen conflicting information regarding a fuse but I...
  3. T

    Kubota M6800 Cab Tractor Temp Sending Unit

    Was mowing with my M6800 yesterday and the temp gauge died a few hours in. My Kubota has a bucket and that limits access under the hood. I removed the hood then the air intake but I still can’t find the sending unit. The next thing to remove is the exhaust system which I hope to avoid...
  4. G

    Will a LA1055 loader fit on a Kubota M6800?

    I found an LA 1055 kubota loader and wondering if it will fit my M6800 2 wheel drive kubota? If not, would it be difficult to modify to make it work ok? Appreciate any input.
  5. R

    2005 kubota m6800 w/ hydraulic shuttle shift

    Can some tell me where the hydraulic oil filler is located on a 2005 m6800 w/ hydraulic shuttle shift
  6. ufcxl

    Kubota M6800 shuttle shift issue

    Help? I was pulling a full tank sprayer thru a creek crossing. back tires need replacing meaning I could not get up the other side. After several tries and rolling back in N, my shuttle shift won't go into R. In fact it would not fully go to N and engage the starter cutoff. Had to pull the plate...
  7. G

    Will Woods loader 1027 fit Kubota M6800 2 wheel model?

    I have a Kubota model M6800S that is 2 wheel drive. I found a woods loader model 1027 that was on the same model tractor but it was a 4 wheel drive. Will this loader also fit my tractor? Anyone have any idea of what this loader should sell for?
  8. C

    Kubota M6800

    Hello- I have a Kubota M6800 2wd that has an issue with the 3pt Hydraulic Lift. When I move the lever all the way up, the arms come up and then it binds up as if the relief valve does not kick in. I then move it slightly downward until the noise quits. The problem with this is that...
  9. lowellcantrell

    Kubota M6800 4WD Engine

    Can the 3300 engine in the M6800 be bored out like an automobile engine to increase horsepower.
  10. C

    m6800 wheel spacers

    Hello all. Does anyone have a source for wheel spacers / hub extenders for a m6800 with stock rims? I have struck out so far with the tracks company and unverferth. Thanks.
  11. D

    Kubota M6800 Rear Axle Seal

    I need to replace the rear axle seal and rear bearing. Anyone have any recommendations on how to remove the rear axle assembly?? Thanks!
  12. C

    Kubota M6800 Steering Controller Leaking

    I have a Kubota M6800 that has a leak coming from the steering controller. I have looked online and to purchase a new controller it cost around $1,100.00. There is an aftermarket one that goes for arouns $600.00. I currently can not get the steering wheel off in order to remove it. My...
  13. M

    M6800 muffler

    I have a M6800 and the muffler is shot. Just shy of $500 bucks for a new one. Thought about cutting it open and welding in a new pipe but nothing to weld to. Anybody with any ideas or should I just bite the bullet and get a new one and play around with the old one for a spare someday.
  14. Old Red

    Well Guys, Trading This Week - Downsizing M6800 to L5740

    So I am trading a 2004 M6800 Cab and 15 foot batwing for a pre-emissions 2013 L5740 and 12 foot batwing. Both batwings are Landpride. I am looking forward to HST vs Hydro Shuttle. I wanted this tractor (or the L6060) from the beginning and allowed some buddies to talk me out of it. I was a...
  15. J

    M6800 battery ok but everything is dead

    Helping a friend with some mowing with his tractor and a batwing mower. Was running ok. When I tried to start it up again the whole panel was dead - no lights, gauges, no clicks, nothing. I found a loose battery terminal and tightened it. Still nothing. They jumped the starter contactor and...
  16. R

    Kubota M6800 Fuel Troubleshoot

    Hi guys, My Dad's M6800 is running rough when hot. 850 hours. What I've done so far: -New fuel filter -Empty water separator / clean filter - Fuel treatment in the tank Was still doing it after this but I was hearing about it through Dad, so today I worked on it some. - Took fuel shutoff...
  17. C

    M6800 Backhoe ?

    I found a nice used 2005 M6800 but it doesn't have a BH. The dealer said Woods did not have BH listed as available for the M6800. I did a search and found a short discussion back in 2012 about this but it wasn' conclusive. Does anyone know if a BH is available for the M6800 ?
  18. F

    Kubota m6800 running hot

    My 2004 Kubota M6800 HDC heat guage shows hot and engine feels hot, but water feels cool in radiator. Radiator coil is clean, and plenty of coolant in radiator. Do you have any suggestions. I tried doing a search, but got no similar hits. Thanks, Filo
  19. awhite

    Kubota M6800 shuttle grinding

    We've got a Kubota M6800 with a dry clutch which we had to replace last winter. It has been working fine until about a couple of weeks ago. Now when "shuttling" between F/R, there's a grinding noise when trying to go into R. The clutch is adjusted within specs. Not sure if there's a sync...
  20. S

    How to restore a neglected M6800 Kubota back to "WOW".

    This is post one of three. Here's how I restore a neglected tractor, or piece of equipment back to impressive condition and with a minimum of effort and while maintaining it's originality and manufacturer integrity. It's easy-peasy. First, you change as little as possible and only clean...
  21. mcd176

    My new (used) Kubota M6800

    I just wanted to post a few pics of my recent purchase. Kubota M6800 with 1800 hours, Woods 1027 loader, wheel weights and rear remotes. Paint is a lil rough but this winter I'll be doing a paint job! I sold my L4200 3 years ago due to divorce but due too some good things happening in my life...
  22. mcd176

    Kubota M6800 Utility Special Price Check

    Hello All, I went today and looked at a Kubota M6800, im not sure of year and am wondering if I contact a Kubota dealer with serial number if they can tell me? I am about too pull the trigger on this one it has a Woods 1027 Loader with QA, brand new skid loader bucket, 1 rear remote, rear...
  23. S

    Kubota M6800 hydraulic whistle?

    I have a new-to-me Kubota M6800 with 400 hours that I bought at an estate sale. In starting to use it, I noticed a very faint "whistle" that almost sounds like a fan belt that is slipping a tiny bit. I changed the belt. It has a loader but it's not on at the moment. The tractor needs to warm...
  24. S

    Changed Kubota M6800 water separator, now won't start

    I have cleaned water separators or fuel filters on Kubotas several times. You close the petcock, drain the fuel and put things back together. Pump the bulb thing on top of the fuel filter, open the air wheel, start tractor and that's the end of it. But not this time. When I put things back...
  25. T

    Traction  Kubota M6800 With Cab...Front Differential Hard to Lock In

    Been really difficult to operate the lever to lock in the front differential on my M6800 with cab. I briefly got under the tractor tonight and couldn't see anything bent or broken. I sprayed everything with a light lubricating spray while I was under there but didn't notice any improvement...
  26. KFhunter

    M6800 1-2 gears out, 3-4 work ok transmission broken

    Looking for resources on fixing/rebuilding the 4 speed transmission. It's mechanical 4 speed with high/low lever down by left hand and fwd/neut/reverse lever up by the steering column. While in 2nd gear the shift lever started wobbling back and forth bad in both high and low 2nd gear, hard to...
  27. C

    Front-End Loader  Kubota M4900 Vs M6800 loader options

    Hi. I have a kubota M4900 with rops. The listed loader for this unit is the LA1002 ... (only)... The M6800 lists the LA1002 and the LA1162 as options.... So my question is, Can I use the LA1162 and mounts from an M6800 on my M4900? If so, do I need special adaptors, etc? If not why not? (I noted...
  28. B

    Kubota M6800 4WD front wheel hub

    Anyone know what type of oil to run in the front wheel hub on this tractor? A friend just did some repairs on the RH front hub. It has a ring gear and pinion with a planetary and it had 80w90 gear oil in it. just checking if that is what it is supposed to have. Thanks in advance.
  29. D

    kubota m6800 hydraulics

    i have a quic detach loader,after taking off and reinstalling,loader will not raise unless 3point is raised,will not drop unless 3point is dropped. bucket doesnt work at all,fully extended. rear remotes still work,however both lines seem to have pressure all the time when rear remotes under...
  30. D

    M6800 KUBOTA HYDRAULIC FLUID FILL

    I just blew a hydraulic line on my Kubota M 6800, I fixed the line and am ready to refill fluid. I have 2 questions, what is the capacity and where does it go in? I can't find a filler cap, I found the tank on the right side, but can't find the fill tube or cap. Thanks in advance, Dennis
  31. M

    M6800 winter starting

    Just a compliment on my M6800 starting this winter.No matter how cold or how long it has sat,my tractor would fire up and run great in any weather.Am I lucky or are a lot of the newer diesels like this ?
  32. KFhunter

    Backhoe  backhoe attachment Kubota M6800

    This is the attachment John Deere 9300 backhoe attachment for a dozer.
  33. M

    Kubota m6800 3 point hitch problem

    I have a m6800 that has lost some linkage to the arm from the valve. I bought the parts that I thought were missing but don't see how they could work. Does anyone have a picture that can show me what I'm missing? It's the part from the hydraulic arm to a small valve lever a couple inches apart...
  34. G

    M6800 2WD value

    2550 hrs, clean sheet metal, no dents or rust, 8x4 trans. oil seep around the pto and left axle shaft. Runs good, everything seems to work. I've looked at on line sources and they all have 4WD and loaders so I don't find a good comparison. any comments or suggestions solicited and welcome...
  35. W

    Access to replace Hydraulic Hoses terminated under the seat of M6800 Kubota?

    My M6800 4WD Kubota was purchased new in 2000 with LA1002 Loader. This has been a bad year for hydraulic hoses and I have replaced 5 of them, but now I need to replace the three (four) hoses going to the loader control from the tractor. They route through a sheath that is anchored to the...
  36. Old Red

    Kubota M6800 Cab Fenders and Top Material?

    Is it plastic or fiberglass? I have a 2004 model and looking to try to get that orange luster back. The hood looks great but I went on ahead and gave it a coat of Liquid Glass. Anyone know what the material is on the cab top and fenders?
  37. Old Red

    My New (to me) M6800

    Not sure what thread this belongs in to gain the most attention for advice?ut I will try here. I have a verbal deal on this tractor. Supposed to be delivered on Saturday. It has 506 hours with the hydro reverser. I do not know a ton about this particular model or what a fair price is. It...
  38. M

    M6800 3 py hitch need help

    I have a M6800 tractor that I am having some 3 pt hitch issues.Right now I have a 3 bottom plow hooked up but cannot use them since the last bottom is on the ground .Seems like The lift arms do not goe high enough.I have tried shortening up the top link but it does not really help much.The arms...
  39. Gordon Gould

    Used Kubota M6800 ????

    I have been watching for a fairly local used M series 4WD tractor for over a year. I found a M6800 w/ shuttle shift advertised about 3 hrs away. It has 2500 Hrs but looks pretty clean in the picture. I know it is a huge variable but in general what does 2500 hrs mean on a tractor like that. If...
  40. H

    Shuttle shift sticking in M6800

    I wanted to post about a problem I was recently having with my M6800. Lately, whenever I needed to go from forward to reverse or back, the shuttle shift lever would stick and I would have a hard time trying to get the tractor to go into gear. I was starting to think that I was in for a very...
  41. M

    Need a backhoe for my M6800

    Bought an M6800 this past winter and love it.I have been looking around for a backhoe for it.Does anybody have one on theirs or any thoughts on what I should get for it ? I was thinking along the lines of a Bradco 509 or a Woods BX90 I think it is. It will only be used on my property for the...
  42. J

    M6800 vs M7040

    2002 M6800 open station 2100 hrs 4x4, fel, forks, tiller, brush hog and 8ft power rake, for 23,500.00 2006 M7040 open station 1200 hrs 4x4, fel looks in great condition needs nothing 26,500.00 the m7040 is mint cond. the 6800 good cond. could use tires I'm thinking the 6800 because of all the...
  43. D

    M6800 rear lift

    My 12 year old M6800 will lift 3 point arms, however when it "tops out" without an implement it can be pushed down about 4 inches. Is this normal, thanks, DWR1949
  44. M

    Will WSM cover repair of my problems on M6800?

    I just bought a M6800 about a month ago.I is a 2002 2WD mechanical shuttle C/H/A with 1900 hrs. on the clock.I have found 2 problems that i would like to repair. PTO shaft is leaking a little around seal and has in and out play of abou a 1/4".When i had the serial# ran at the Kubota dealer The...
  45. M

    3 point lift jerky on Kubota M6800?

    I just bought a 02 M6800 2wd cab with 1900 hrs.I hooked my heavy JD609 bushog to it yesterday and when you raise it up it is pretty jerky.The rotary cutter is 6' and is very heavy.I can pull in and out on tractor PTO shaft about a 1/4"Is this normal?
  46. M

    Need a backhoe for an M6800

    Does anybody have a hoe attachment on a 6800 series tractor ? I would like to have a Bradco unit but new they are up in the $11K plus range.Have been looking a little for used ones and just getting the mounts for my tractor.Skidsteer 509's seem reasonable but wonder if they can be modified...
  47. banjodunn

    Kubota M6800 Hyd relief pressure

    G'day all as the title suggests does anyone know what the relief setting for an M6800 Kubota should be?? Jon
  48. awhite

    Kubota M6800 won't start!

    Got a 2004 Kubota M6800 MFWD with ~1500 hrs. My dad was using it Friday and had it off and on while working. Got back on it to crank it up and it wouldn't start. I've trouble shot the glow plug relay and starter relay according to the service manual and also replaced the key stop relay. I've...
  49. I

    Buying Advice  10 year old Kubota m6800 versus new JD 5075E

    HI, I need a tractor with a FEL. Primarily for land maintenance and moving hay bales. The "dream" is bale my own one day. While I was looking at a 10 year old Kubota M6800 the dealer mentioned a new JD 5075E. While the Kubota costs less now-with moderate use, what kind of life expectancy will...
  50. Gordon Gould

    Opinions on used M6800 wanted

    This M6800HD is up for action and I am looking for any comments you guys might have. I am looking for a deal on something to use in the woods so cosmetic is not important. The front wheel looks funny and there is wear showing. Any value opinions would be welcome. It is an hour away and I can see...
  51. D

    Kubota M6800 Starter Sparking

    Have 2002 kubota M6800. Bought 3 yrs ago. Started a few days ago with no problem. Drove to a neighbor and stopped it. Tried to start again and only have a click in the starter solonoid. Put charger on battery and it showed 50% charge and the battery is the same one that came with the...
  52. M

    Just picked up an M6800 ---opinions

    I just picked up an M6800 4wd with FEL.Machine is like new with only 319 hrs showing on meter.Paid $20k for it which I thought was in the ball park.It is a bit bigger than I actually need since I only needed a 50 HP tractor.Any opinions on this tractor and how does the price seem.
  53. T

    Will a LA1002 loader off M6800 fit a M4900

    Will a loader off a M6800 fit a M4900? both tractors are open station. Don't know the exact model of the loader other than LA1002
  54. kthompson

    M6800 Kubota flashers

    I have a M6800 Kubota and have problem with the turn signals and flashers. Neither work but if the flashers are pulled on and you turn the knob for a turn signal the opposite light comes on but does not flash. I have replaced the flasher and switch with Kubota original parts and still same...
  55. M

    Buying Advice  JD5320, NH TN-75 or Kubota M6800

    I have been looking for a 50-65 hp tractor with cab and loader for a few months and then all of a sudden these three came up, they all have less than 800 hours. JD is 2004/$24000.00, NH is 2006/$29000.00 and Kubota is 2005/$32000.00 Which should I get. Should any of these be avoided? Thanks for...
  56. T

    M6800 Queston

    Hi guys, Been a member awhile, but haven't posted. I have a 2005 Kubota M6800 4WD with Ultra Cab II, A/C Bush Hog Front loader with about 36 hours on it. I have not been able to find a m6800 online for sale! did they not sell many of these ir do they just not come up for sale? I need to sell it...
  57. Y

    Price Check  Need help with a value, Kubota M6800

    I'm looking at a 2002 Kubota M6800 2wd in sound mechanical condition. It has 4000 hours on the hour meter. It was used by a landscaping company daily. It was well maintained and looks like it has 500 hours. It was only used as a mower. No front end loader. Can anyone give a guess at value?
  58. F

    M6800 HDC 4WD

    I aqm having a hard time shifting out of 4WD. It easiloy shifts into 4WD stopped or moving, but I have to be moving with pressure on the shift mechanism for it to **** out of 4WD. Any ideas and how to fix it so it shifts easily? Thanks
  59. C

    Price Check  2006 Kubota Tractor M6800

    does this guy have the prie too high or pretty basic? Kubota Tractor M6800
  60. B

    Tractor Sizing  M6800

    I am looking at buying a used M6800, I own a 16' pasture clipper. My question is can the 6800 handle the 16' clipper? Thanks in advance
  61. B

    Buying Advice  Kubota M6800

    Looking at buying a used M6800 I have a 16' batwing bush hog. My question is will this tractor be able to handle it?
  62. M

    3-Point Hitch  M6800 three point hitch

    I used to have a Massey 235 and the 3 pt hitch would rise fairly quickly and really get the implement off the ground. Not so with my Kubota, it is slow to raise and does not go get the implement any where near as high off the ground as my Massey did. Is this common for Kubota or is there a problem?
  63. M

    M6800 PTO

    I have a 2005 M6800 that seemed to have a problem this past winter with the PTO. Using my 6 ft snow blower would make the tractor shake and make a terrible banging noise. This summer, before the mechanic was scheduled to come and evaluate, I hooked up my 5 foot rotary brush cutter and there has...
  64. M

    M6800 pto problem

    When I was running a 3 pt. hitch snow blower on my 2005 M6800, a very noticeble rattling/knocking sound started coming from the tractor. I at first thought something like a valve broke in the engine. I disengaged the pto and brought the engine back up to speed and no noise. I went back to snow...
  65. M

    Price Check  04 Kubota M6800 w/Cab and bush hog 2512

    someone has one for sale down here asking price is 27500... is that a good price..... it has 417 hrs. on it.... and front end loader.....
  66. L

    Kubota M6800 throw-bearing froze

    There is only 686 hours on my Kubota M6800. While raking hay, the throw-out bearing starting making noise. After being checked by a Kubota dealer, I was told that the throw-out bearing froze up and jerked three fingers off the pressure plate. Has anyone else had this faulty problem? I would...
  67. newbury

    Tires  Kubota M6800 Tires and Rims in Va

    I'm on the lookout for tires for my ride. And I thought someone else might benefit from this. Could be a scam but doesn't "smell" like one. This is a CL ad in ONLEY,VA. It's with pics and he's asking $250.
  68. K

    M6800

    M6800DT, diesel, MFD 1999 600 hrs tires 9.5 24 70% L/R ( No loader) 16.9 30 70% L/R serial 51224 folding ROPS paint==excellent overall condition ==excellent dealer is asking 18,500 What is it worth???
  69. J

    620 hrs on M6800 and the clutch is worn out

    The tractor has done very little work. Mainly pulled a baler and hauled hay two bales at a time to remove off the field and to feed with. Has anybody else clutch wore out this fast. It was adjusted three times and from looking in the hole at the bottom doesn't appear to have oil on it just a...
  70. awhite

    M6800 hydraulics overheating

    Kubota M6800 4x4 hydraulics are overheating! Seems to work fine when cold, but after running for several hours, it seems that the hydraulics get extremely hot and the pressure decreases on the hydraulic system. Also the rear end gets so hot that you could literally fry an egg on it. Tractor...
  71. N

    M6800 slow lift

    I've got a M6800 with hydraulic shuttle that I bought new. The 3 point lift is very slow. I've had it checked by 2 different dealers. They say it's the nature of the beast. I know a guy that has a 6800 and his works alot faster than mine. It's to the point that when getting to the end of the...
  72. awhite

    M6800 Slow Hydraulics

    Recently I've noticed that the hydraulics on my M6800 are slow to respond after the tractor gets warm. It has a Bushog loader, and you can't get the loader to respond unless you run high rpm's. Replaced hydraulic fluid and filter less than 50 hrs ago. The old hydraulic fluid looked milky as if...
  73. G

    M6800 Stuck in Reverse

    I have a M6800. It is stuck in reverse gear. This machine has a mecanical transmission - the type with a lever on the left hand side for reverse, neutral, and forward and a gear control on the right for 1,2 3, 4. The lever on the left is stuck in reverse. I've removed the steering wheel and...
  74. smbluthing

    M6800 Tool scavenger hunt

    As a newbie, broke and destitute, looking for a selection of tools for maintenance....unable to locate a 35mm deep well socket for rear wheel lugs? been everywhere i looking...sears no have autoparts stores no have... looking for any help on selection of must have tools for owner...
  75. B

    m6800 seat

    Hi, from a newbie. I googled kubota seat and got to an old post here about a new seat that kubota came out with. Can someone tell me if there is a new seat available or of an aftermarket seat? Thanks, Brian
  76. H

    Backhoe  Backhoe for M6800, any options

    I am considering a backhoe for my M6800 Kubota (w/o cab) mainly to be used for putting in culverts occasionally and trenching roads, waterbars, etc. I am not sure I can justify the cost for the occasional use. The M4711 is the Kubota model. My questions are: whats is the approximate cost of...
  77. J

    m6800 cab with no reverse

    My father in law has an m6800 cab with the four speed transmission with hi lo and creep range so I guess thats 12 speed with the shuttle shift on the column for forward neutral and reverse. the tractor is a 2000 model year. with about 1800 hours he has been having trouble lately with the shift...
  78. H

    front loader advice needed for Kubota M6800

    I have a Kubota M6800 4WD and am considering a front end loader. My dealer recommends the Woods LU 126 or 132, but I also am considering the Kubota LA1002 or LA1162. My questions are what's the difference between the two Kubota Models? Is the lift capacity the main difference or are there...
  79. S

    Kubota M6800

    I have a 2001 M6800 4wd and plan on changing all the fluids this weekend but I have lost my owners manual and really not interested in buying a new one. I have a few questions: 1. How many gallons of hydraulic fluid does this tractor hold? 2. How much oil will it hold and what is the recommended...
  80. B

    M6800 mech shuttle vs hydraulic

    Hey guys, on an M6800 with a mech shuttle aka "utility special", I hear they're undesireable on a tractor of that size. What's the real deal? Will it fail or be unreliable compared to hydraulic? I know it'll be cheaper to fix, trouble is I'm afraid I'll be fixing it too much. Anyone have a...
  81. D

    M6800 Info Needed

    I looked at a 2004 2wd M6800 w/cab yesterday. This tractor has the standard 8F/8R w/shuttle and is equipped with a Woods loader. It also has dual remote hydraulic valves. My needs are planting a few acres of food plots annually, mowing, general farm maintenance and snow removal. My questions are...
  82. T

    JD 5325 to replace M6800?

    There is no way around it, I'm getting older. While I enjoy the freedom of my open station M6800 I'm growing weary of the poor climate control system on it. It seems the heater only works in the summer while the AC is on all winter long. I'm looking to move into a tractor with a cab. I am...
  83. T

    Used Kubota M6800 price?

    Looking to get a 4wd tractor and found an 03 M6800 with 507 hours a Kubota loader bucket and spear. Have not went to look in person yet but the pictures look good. $21,000 is asking price is that about right?
  84. I

    Trading M6800 for M7040 What can I Expect?

    What difference can I expect to pay I have an M6800 with 215 hrs 4wd, with 3rd valve on loader, canopy, toothbar on bucket, tractor is in excellent shape. I just want an M7040 with a cab, air ride, hydraulic shuttle, and loader. How much difference should I expect?
  85. C

    Which tractor m6800 or L4330

    I would like to find a tractor to do everything I need which I know is almost impossible. I have 21 acres half pasture and half woods. I have found a 2004 M6800 4x4 fel rops non quick detatch kubota loader 400 hrs for 20000 and a 2005 L4330 4x4 cab no loader 50 hrs 18000. I will mainly bushhog...
  86. B

    M6800 weight problem

    I thought I could pick up a good deal on a 8' HD rotary cutter, looked up the specs: heavy duty 100HP gearbox, weight just over 2000 lbs. It was in good condition for a great price. I trailered my M6800HDF up to pick it up and found that as soon as I lifted it my front wheels came about a foot...
  87. moloss

    Kubota M6800 how large can I go on the mower?

    I would assume a pull behind would get me more width but what's the widest y'all would go? I use a 7 foot finish mower right now (when not getting someone to cut hay) on fairly flat fields.....I'm looking to cut (pun intended) my mowing time down......thanks Chris.
  88. D

    M6800 remotes?

    Is there a way to adjust or completely do away with the part that holds the valve open? Think its call detent mode. What is the set screw with the jam nut on the side of the valve for? Thanks for any help.
  89. B

    Just bought an M6800 have question??

    I just bought an M6800 to replace my L4330. It is a 2000 model according to the dealer. My L4330 is a 2003 model and it has a sychronized shuttle. I assumed that the M6800 also had the same sychronized shuttle becasue they both have the same gear set up..i.e 8F and 8R. Was I wrong? I just...
  90. C

    kubota m6800/cab ac

    i have removed the cab roof 4 times to try and repair a loose wire which operates the ac compressor. after attempt no 2, i sent the tractor to the certified dealer in hanover pa to get them to try and solve the problem. the problem being that the wire continues to loosen and i am unable to turn...
  91. I

    M6800 Fan belt squealing?

    Under a load, of moving dirt this evening my M6800 fan belt was really squealing! Has anyone else had this problem and is it hard to tighten up?
  92. U

    PRICING...??? M5700/M6800/M6040!!!

    Hi all. I live in Vermont and will be visiting the local Kubota dealer in a week or so. I was wondering if I could get rough outline of prices for the following tractors, which will include no cab, 4wd, a bucket, shuttle-shift and two remote connectors on the back. M5700 M6800 M6040 Are these...
  93. C

    M6800 repair questions

    I've inherited the task of repairing the M6800s at work. Changing the fluids and filters was no problem (although the goo that was built up in the water separator was so bad that the element was not cleanable). I've got a couple more tasks to do that I'm looking for some advice on, if anyone has...
  94. F

    M7040 or M6800, How big of Tandem Disc

    I am considering purchasing a M7040 or M6800. The land in my area is very tight red clay. Does anyone have experience with either of these two tractors pulling a tandem disc? I am just wondering how big of disc I might be able to pull? Do you think these tractors would pull a 10 footer?
  95. B

    Question about log splitter on M6800

    Hello all! I posted this in the attachments forum on 9/1, but haven't gotten any responses so I thought I'd try it here also. Hope that's OK. I picked up a used log splitter last year and thanks to advice found here, got the right connectors to hook up to my M6800, flushed the old fluid and...
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    Help with log splitter on M6800

    I picked up a used log splitter last year and thanks to advice found here, got the right connectors to hook up to my M6800, flushed the old fluid and split a bit of wood last year. The way I would use it was to take the hyd. lever control on the tractor and push or pull it one way or the other...
  97. I

    M6800 shuttle grinding when putting in reverse?

    When I shift my M6800 shuttle into reverse it grinds, just a small grind but it annoys me? How can I fix this without hauling to dealer?
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    2004 M6800 w/fel whats it worth?

    Have a 2004 M6800 4x4, canopy, fel with tooth bar, bobcat mounting plate on the fron with third valve to run grapple on the loader. I live in Stonville, NC what can I ask for this tractor and get? only has 100 hours like new in my garage right now.
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    considering an Kubota M6800 for small farm

    Hello. I am not a total newbie to tractors, but my experience with anything newer than our old Ferguson and Ford 8N is nil. I am considering an M6800 for my small farm in Tennessee, about sixty acres, half in woods. Some of my land is quite steep, so one of my real concerns is stability on...
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    M6800 white smoke losing power?????

    I was bushhogging my pastures today, when about 2 hours into the job, tractor started running rough, losing power and pouring white smoke. Tractor only has 82 hours on it, i done 50 hr service, but did not change fuel filter, what could be causing this problem?
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    M6800 fragged diff

    I recently posted in the buying page my tale about the broken M6800. I actually traded while she was in the shop for the last of the M9000's. I love the M9000 so far but here is the story of the broken M6800. I was pushing over a cut off tree and I had ice chains on the rears and ladders on the...
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    Photos of a very sad M6800 You asked for these!

    The photos are in the Kubota tractor photo gallery. I sent in photos from happier times too showing the girl in all her glory and a log pile. Mark V you wanted to see the skid plates and other work. Sorry about the resolution. Anybody who wants better pics just send me a PM with a good email...
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    Kubota M6800 & New Holand 451 Cutter Problem

    I just recently purchased a M6800. I'm having a problem trying to attach a New Holand 451 cutter to it. We have had this cutter for many years using it on an older Massey 165. When I try to attach it to the Kubota the lift arms are not long enough to attach the cutter. We also own a Kubota L2350...
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    Tires  M6800 4x4 with Turf tires

    Would this set up be hopeless in slop? Even with front & rear locking diffs? I need to cut a large areas of finish & small farm fields and snow plow a couple of long driveways. Lots of school districts use M 4x4's with turfs to cut fields & plow lots and seem to be OK. The only problem is if I...
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    M6800 vs JD 5205

    Hello. I am a new user currently researching my first tractor purchase. I have found this site very informative, containing a wealth of knowledge. I have narrowed it down to a Kubota M6800 versus A JD 5205 (both with FEL). Primary use would be cutting, tilling, light loader work, and eventually...
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    M6800 hydraulic connector size?

    I have a M6800 with the std single set of hydraulic connectors on the back. I picked up a used 3pt log splitter (Hardee brand) but it has a different size set of hyd. connectors. Now that I think of it, they may all be female connectors. I think he used to use it on an old Ford 4000 or a...
  107. hunterridgefarm

    M4900,M5700,M6800 PHASED OUT?

    Ok my ORANGE brothers I have read a couple of post in the Gereral Forums abut the M4900, M5700, and M6800 being phased out and replaced with 5040, 6040, and 7040 . Anyone heard anything? What about the Grand L's any additions/changes?
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    M6800

    Hello People, I currently own a L3130 and I am very interested in trading it in on a new M6800. This machine makes mine look like a Tonka. Does anyone own one that is happy with it. This has the shuttle shift and cab which are the items I am looking for. The dealer stated I could get...
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    Price Check  M6800 price check

    Hi all, I'm looking at a new M6800 w/cab and 1002 loader for $36,500. Any feedback concerning price would be appreciated. Thanks, Tom
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    New M6800 Cab Pics

    I know how everyone likes pictures and I really like to show off my new tractor so here they are......
  111. J

    I really like my Kubota M6800

    I have a JD5210, MF285 and a F3600 and I believe I like my Kubota better than any of the others. The more I use it the better I like it. The other tractor makes better get their stuff together or the Kubota tractors are going to be to tractors what Honda and Toyota are to vehicles. If I where...
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    Help with purchase of Kubota M6800, KX161-3

    Greetings folks. My family and I recently purchased 160 acres in Putnam Valley NY (50 mi north of the big apple). We are business people and a close-knit family who wish to live in a close and private setting. We got our wish. My wife and I as well as my Mom and Dad recently move up into two...
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    m6800 finally arrived

    GOt my new m6800 with fel and 6ft bushhog in. would like to thank everyone for there help. put 5 hours on it this weekend on my little farm, just bushhogging and playing with the loader. I can already tell I am glad I spent the extra money and got the bobcat mounting plate and the extra...
  114. D

    M6800?

    I' m thinking about buying a m6800 with a front end loader, is 4wd a plus with a loader? I will mostly be using the loader to move and feed round bales of hay.
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    Price Check  m6800 price

    Got quoted from my dealer today an m6800 4 wheel drive, mechanical shuttle shift, front end loader with bobcat plate, and extra valve to run bob cat implements, four in one buckets etc. a toothe bar on standard bucket, rear work light, single valve rear hydraulic, and a 6ft medium duty bushhog...
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    KUBOTA M6800 or NH TN75

    Trying to decide between the Kubota M6800 and NH TN75. Both with cab, 4WD, self leveling loader and Hyd. shuttle trans. Will be used to load a dump truck, box blade, disc, brush hog and clear brush. Any input, PROS/CONS would be appreciated.
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    M6800 50hr Maintenance

    I am about to do a 50 Hr. Maintenance and was wondering if anyone has done a fluid change on this tractor using other than UDT or Super UDT Hydralic fluid. If so what did you use and what have been the results? Does your tractor still run? ED
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    Kubota M6800

    Im currently looking to purchase an M6800 and the dealer is pushing a Bushhog M446 loader instead of the Kubota loader. Id like to hear any pros or cons for both loaders and will a quick attach loader make any difference.
  119. L

    My new M6800

    As I promised over in the Buying forum, here are the pictures of the new work-horse. Took delivery last Saturday. It had 1.5 hours on the meter on delivery, checked today and I'm at 4.9 now, mostly trying to scrape the 6 inches of ice off from my previously unplowed driveway.
  120. L

    New M6800 on the way.

    I finally did it. On Friday I ordered my new Kubota M6800 with the LA1162A self-leveling loader w/QuickAttach and loaded R1 tires. I've been reading (and occasionally posting) about all the other tractors here since 2001 and I'm glad to finally have one of my own to post about. Last...
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    M6800 is it enough ????

    I currently have a 4310hstc & I am looking to upgrade to a larger tractor as my needs have changed. Two years ago we started to make hay for our horses, although the 4310 does not miss a beet! it is not a large enough machine for the kick bailer & a full wagon. The most my budget can handle new...
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    kubota m6800

    Does anyone have any idea if this is a good price. 01 M6800 w/40hrs, canopy, loader & 8ft mower for $23k
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    Price Check  M6800 PRICE

    PRICE FOR M6800, FWD, AND 1002 FEL FORGOT TO MENTION THE FWD. I AM BEING PRICED AT $26,500.00. COMMENTS ON PRICE APPRECIATED
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    M6800 or JD5420

    I have been looking at the M6800 and the JD 5420. There is such a price difference between the two, I'll probably go with the M6800. However, I have three questions. The engine size on the JD5420 is 276 cu. in. and the M6800 is 202 cu. in. The PTO HP is about the same, 65hp for the JD and...
  125. Bird

    Kubota M6800

    We have a local mechanic off out here in the country, and I happened by there Sunday and noticed what appeared to be a nearly new, but dirty M6800 cab model in front of the shop. I stopped by today to ask who it belonged to and what was wrong with it. The owner was baling hay and his...
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    M6800

    I bought the 6800 and I think I think I am really going to like it.
  127. A

    Buy M6800 ?

    I am looking at a M6800 but do not know anything about Kubotas.The specs look like it is a lot lighter than a Massey 271 but it has a lot more extras.Does anyone knnow the reliability differences
  128. M

    M6800 and Equipment

    After many months of searching for the "RIGHT" tractor I have decided to go with the M6800 4WD. I am getting an ALO 720 loader which seems like The Cadillac of loaders. I am also getting the cast inserts in the rear rims with a heavy duty smooth bucket with a H.D. removable toothbar. I...
  129. M

    M6800

    I am looking at the M6800 with a loader and I have heard that their are various manufactures that are better than Kubota loaders. I was told the Quickie 720 ALO or Bushhog brands are better than the stock unit. If anyone has any experiences with this any information would be appreciated. I...
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