B2630 50 Hours Service Time

[davatk]

Well, its been a long summer - and my - not so new anymore - B2630 is ready for it's 50 hour service - although it may be slightly past that mark...

Anyhow just looking for any tips anyone might have as I plan to do it myself.
From what I can tell from the manual I will need to do the following:

1. Oil change and filter
2. Complete hydraulic fluid change and 2 filters
3. Clean air filter
4. Clean fuel filter

Various other checks, adjustments, greasing.

Looks like Colemans may be the cheapest for materials - at least on the SUDT - unless someone can point me to a better deal. I plan to get the engine oil somewhere else - but am looking for recommendations on that.

Thanks !

 

[JOHNTHOMAS]

Well, its been a long summer - and my - not so new anymore - B2630 is ready for it's 50 hour service - although it may be slightly past that mark...

Anyhow just looking for any tips anyone might have as I plan to do it myself.
From what I can tell from the manual I will need to do the following:

1. Oil change and filter
2. Complete hydraulic fluid change and 2 filters
3. Clean air filter
4. Clean fuel filter

Various other checks, adjustments, greasing.

Looks like Colemans may be the cheapest for materials - at least on the SUDT - unless someone can point me to a better deal. I plan to get the engine oil somewhere else - but am looking for recommendations on that.

Thanks !

Check your owners manual concerning changing the hydraulic fluid on the first 50 hour service.

 

[fredhargis]

On my B2920 the only hydraulic service required (per manual) was to change the trans filter. I do get the impression that a lot of guys here change the oil and both filters though.

 

[nspec]

I changed my hydro fluid anyway. Can't see spending so much money on a tractor then trying to save $100.

Things to keep in mind:

-Don't forget that there are 2 drain plugs for the engine oil.

-Filling the hydr. oil back up on this tractor is a royal pain. Get a funnel and attach a long clear hose to it so you can clear the back of the tractor.

-I didn't change the inner air filter. Couldn't really see the point. It was totally clean. I really believe it's just a backup.


Do you have a problem with the front axel burping fluid out the vent when you're working on hills with that tractor? I have. Drives me nuts. Not overfilled either. I ended up routing a long clear hose from the vent up to the loader valve out of sight - serves as an extension to keep the vent higher than the axel oil level.

Have fun. It's really a piece of cake. Couldn't imagine paying anyone to do it.

 

[davatk]

Check your owners manual concerning changing the hydraulic fluid on the first 50 hour service.

Yea, I checked - and it's got the little circle next to it in the 50 hour column just like the engine oil - so I guess it needs to be changed.

 

[srs]

Yea, I checked - and it's got the little circle next to it in the 50 hour column just like the engine oil - so I guess it needs to be changed.

davatk, FYI When I changed the fluid and filters for the hydro fluid on my b3030 I over-torqued the bolt/nut. I stripped the threads on the case. Soooooo just be very careful when you tighten the drain bolt/nut and don't do what I did. I had a Kubota B1550 for over 20 years and never had an issue (cast iron or steel transmission) but the first time I work on the new B3030 with a cast aluminum case (I believe) I mess it up. I had to get a thread repair kit and re-tap the hole. I was sweating bullets. Good luck!

 

[davatk]

davatk, FYI When I changed the fluid and filters for the hydro fluid on my b3030 I over-torqued the bolt/nut. I stripped the threads on the case. Soooooo just be very careful when you tighten the drain bolt/nut and don't do what I did. I had a Kubota B1550 for over 20 years and never had an issue (cast iron or steel transmission) but the first time I work on the new B3030 with a cast aluminum case (I believe) I mess it up. I had to get a thread repair kit and re-tap the hole. I was sweating bullets. Good luck!

Whew...thanks for the warning. That one had my name written all over it too....:laughing:

 

[kuboman]

It is a good plan to change the hydro oil. As for cleaning the fuel and air filters...spring for new ones. You cannot clean the fuel and cleaning the air is very risky.:thumbsup: JMHO

 

[crbr]

Anyhow just looking for any tips anyone might have as I plan to do it myself.

Kubota B-Series - Changing Oils and Filters

Similar application.

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[davatk]

Kubota B-Series - Changing Oils and Filters

Similar application.

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Thanks, thats a great walk through. Should help a lot. :thumbsup:

 

[tyler101]

I am getting ready to do my 50+ hour service on my 2630 as well Dave. I bought SUDT at Tractor Supply. They were running a deal on it at the time. I bought a metal funnel to reach the fill port, works great.

Now to just find time to drain all the fluids....

 

[davatk]

I am getting ready to do my 50+ hour service on my 2630 as well Dave. I bought SUDT at Tractor Supply. They were running a deal on it at the time. I bought a metal funnel to reach the fill port, works great.

Now to just find time to drain all the fluids....

Hey Tyler - good to hear from you. What type of SUDT fluid did you buy from TSC ? I understand that there is some disagreement on whether anything other than Kubota SUDT should be used...

 

[bp fick]

I am getting ready to do my 50+ hour service on my 2630 as well Dave. I bought SUDT at Tractor Supply. They were running a deal on it at the time. I bought a metal funnel to reach the fill port, works great.

Now to just find time to drain all the fluids....

Ah.... nope. You couldn't have bought SUDT at TSC.

 

[DmansPadge]

Just a few of my opinions... I would change the hydraulic fluid regardless of what the recommendation is. I would use SUDT as that is factory fill. It may cost a little more than something off the shelf at TSC but you don't have to change it out very often. I wouldn't bother with the fuel and air filters if you are only around 50 hours. You could inspect the outer air filter but with that low of hours all should be well. I completely agree with a previous poster that I wouldn't attempt to clean them. Fuel filters are cheap. There is a good chance you will do more harm than good cleaning an air filter. That guide Messick's has is a real nice reference. Good to see dealers putting stuff like that together for customers. Have fun!

 

[harpoonalt]

I do most of my own maintenance. Get all the proper tools like filter wrenches, funnels, drain pans and the like and make sure everything fits where you want it too. If it's your first go round, give yourself plenty of time and relax. If you follow the book step by step it easier than you think and very satisfying to work on your own stuff. I keep old throw rugs around to lay on while I'm on the floor and carboard to put under the tractor, just in case. Clean around any caps or plugs to keep stray stuff from getting into the engine. I magic marker the dates changed on all my filters with the hours as well as keep it logged right in the owners manual. Quick reference right on the tractor. Wipe everything down when you're done so you know if it's a leak and not just a drip from the change. With the money you save, go buy some nice tools to make the next time even easier.

Enjoy!

 

[tyler101]

I went out and looked at the oil. You're right, not SUDT. I asked the associate for SUDT and he handed me the bucket. It stated that it meets Kubota UDT and Kubota Transhydraulic recommendations. Not the SUDT. Darn.

 

[bp fick]

I went out and looked at the oil. You're right, not SUDT. I asked the associate for SUDT and he handed me the bucket. It stated that it meets Kubota UDT and Kubota Transhydraulic recommendations. Not the SUDT. Darn.

Do yourself a favor and take the bucket back to TSC on your next trip past the store. Stop by a Kubota dealership and get the real thing. :thumbsup:

 

[tyler101]

Do yourself a favor and take the bucket back to TSC on your next trip past the store. Stop by a Kubota dealership and get the real thing. :thumbsup:

Too late, already used some. I am working on making an order online with SUDT included in the shopping cart.

 

[davatk]

How much SUDT does the B2630 take ? I think the manual said 16 quarts (4 gallons) but I saw a reference online that says 4.76 gallons.

Also, what type/viscosity of engine oil are you guys using ?

Thanks !

Dave

 

[bp fick]

Your manual will have your re-fill capacities.

As for oil, folks here are all over the map. Kubota 10w-30 is popular, but more popular is Rotella T6 5w-40 synthetic. At only $19 a gallon at WalMart, it's easy to see why so many guys like it.

I think you'll find similar preferences for Mobil products too.