Block Drain for BX2200

[tomnky]

Attached find a picture of the D905-E engine block,The bolt (ref.#220 ) can be replaced with a block drain in order to better facilitate the coolant change every two years.

The Kubota part number for this drain cock assembly is as follows:15841-73020 approximate cost is around $3.65 each.

I had asked the Dealer forever to find out if this bolt could be utilized to drain the block but I never got an answer to My question until I called Suwanee and a Rep there was nice enough to investigate this and call me back with a part number.

Maybe some of You are interested in doing the same thing.


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[Junkman]

That is located on the right hand side of the engine when sitting in the seat, directly below the block heater hole. The original drawing shows a gasket being used with this plug and there are two different gaskets used, depending on the engine serial number. I wonder if you need a gasket to use the drain plug? Usually when a gasket is used, the threads are straight cut, not tapered like pipe threads. I wouldn't make this modification unless I was ready to change the anti freeze first, in case the drain isn't proper for this hole. This is one of those times that I would want the part in my hand long beforehand to examine before I started, and figure out exactly what will be needed to complete the job. Usually drain plugs are tapered threads, not straight machine threads. Thanks for researching the part number. Even if I don't install a drain cock, it is still good to know where to drain the block....

 

[tomnky]

Well I ordered two of the drain cocks, as Mine is due this fall for a coolant change.

The parts pdf I have call for reference (230) to be a gasket under the bolt head. I may just order the gaskets as well to be on the safe side. The gasket is part # 04714-00200, which is a copper gasket, more than likely a copper washer.

I won't pass judgement on whether the drain cock is wrong for this or not Paul until I see what shows.

The B2400's have a drain cock in the radiator and the block as well connected by hoses.
I understand it is a completely different engine but the block castings are similar in several ways.

I should have the cocks on Friday afternoon & and will let You know what they have.

The Kubota rep gave me the part number for the drain cock, so We will see what it has when it arrives.

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[tomnky]

I received the drain cock today and it does have tapered threads, so , I ordered the plug just to see what kind of threads it has, I should have it by the middle of the week.

You mentioned this plug calling for two different gaskets depending on the serial number. Where did You find this information? I have looked at all the manuals I have and have not seen this particular piece of information.

Thanks,
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[Junkman]

It is in the Kubota BX parts manual for the BX22 tractor. Go to www.tractorsmart.com and look it up. That is where I found it or click here.... . Junk...

 

[tomnky]

LMAO,

No duel here Paul. I just want to get to the bottom of this before I make the changes, if I make them at all.

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