Oil & Fuel Another BX Fuel Tank leak

[Hoosier_Daddy]

I certainly hope Kubota is providing these parts free. And, since this is a known problem and they have come out with a Mod Kit, I feel they should have the dealer install it at Kubota's expense.

When I bought my 2200 this spring the dealer mentioned they had a problem with tanks and they got kits for all they had sold to date and changed them all. I kind of got the impression there was a recall. If they actually did that I would be impressed if it takes as much dis-assembly as you fella's mention. I must either have a Bull crapping dealer or one hell of a dealer. Tom

 

[Anonymous Poster]

Tom,
At first the fuel tank problem with the bx's was the "white" bladder tank, mounted on the inside of the frame behind the left tire. I have replaced that one on my tractor over a year ago. Kubota would have done it, but it's not worth the hassle to take it in, so I just do the work myself.
This current leak is with the main "black' tank at the fuel sensor. The kit was free of charge. I prefer to do the work myself because I know I will take my time and do it right. Plus I can have the tractor back in operation quicker then they can. To date I have done the work on all the service bulletins and installed all replacement kits on my tractor. The dis-assembly that is mentioned is required to access the fuel sensor. Kubota did send me a letter on the white fuel tank leak about 2 months after I had already installed the new one. One thing for sure about this web site is you will find out information alot sooner here then waiting on Kubota to notify you. It seems Kubota does a good job a keeping their dealers in the dark too. Like I stated before, I had to call California to get the ball rolling on this issue.

 

[littlediesel]

I called my dealer this morning (Fruit Acres Tractor - John Pero) regarding the leak around my fuel sensor. He is aware of the problem and told me that Kubota has a kit available to solve it.

Therefore, there are dealers who are aware of the problem.

Jon

 

[Hoosier_Daddy]

Rooster, thanks for clearing that up... I have the black tank on mine..... I kind of wondered about me having a problem some day.... Even though I bought new, you never know how long they have been in the crate.

 

[Anonymous Poster]

Tom,
Your welcome. Hopefully you wont have any trouble out of yours. If you do, at least you know about the kit now.
I hope I didn't confuse you about the fuel tanks. There are two fuel tanks on all the bx's. The main tank is black and holds 5.5 gal. There is also a very small white tank. Your tractor has both of them on it. The white tank only holds a cup or less of diesel fuel. It is located on the inside of the frame, behind the left rear wheel. Originally that tank started leaking at the seams and Kubota came out with a replacement tank. Now the main black tanks are starting to leak around the fuel sensor on some tractors. Kubota has just come out with a kit for this fix. The kit is installed onto the existing black tank. Not trying to beat a dead horse, just didn't want to leave you with the impression that the black tank is a replacement tank.

 

[Wood_Butcher_Dav]

I looked at mine and thought it had two fuel filters. What is the purpose of the small white tank?

 

[Charliebrn]

There are 2 filters and a fuel pump in the line. The small tank handles recirculated fuel from the lubrication side of the injector pump, nearest I can tell. It may also serve to stabilize fuel flow in a low-fuel situation....

 

[Hoosier_Daddy]

Rooster, Once again, thanks for clearing that up.... I was confused and didn't even know it....... Best way to be I guess..

Best thing about this discussion is I won't feel like "it only happened to me" if something does go wrong...... I now have an informed way of talking to the dealer if/when a problem pops up. Tom

 

[DaveNH]

Well my black tank let go today.
Somewhere right above the left rear tire. /forums/images/graemlins/mad.gif
Add another item to the list.

Also notice that the bracket for the air cleaner is also broken. /forums/images/graemlins/mad.gif
Add yet another item to the ever growing list.

Also the left blinker has a mind of it's own.
Not a big deal but it comes on all by itself, stay on then goes off. /forums/images/graemlins/mad.gif
Add another item to the list.


Hours = 305

I called the person that sold me this POS and
after a discussion on warranty, pick up and deliver,
they are coming out on Friday 8/22/03 to pick it up.
"Just leave it in the driveway and we'll be by on Friday."
I've heard that a few times before.

maybe this time - Hope springs eternal.

 

[k8ny]

Yeah Dave, my tank went in the same place about 3 months ago. Dealer said he was going to stop by and do the retrofit about 3 months ago (yeah, right!).
I need to call him again as the 2 year warranty will be up next month, thanks for reminding me.

Bob