BX filter relocation

[sandyc]

Just bought and installed the Botaproducts filter kit. Excellent execution and quality. Gave me the gumption to take care of this problem. The Kubota filter they supply is for the L series tractor which has a positive on/off valve and is made of metal. The bowl is translucent so you can see if there are contaminants or water. The filter mount will outlive anything I can throw at it!

 

[RjCorazza]

If I had a BX, I would also do this modification.
I did a similar job on (2) ZD mowers which have a similar filter setup, although I used a large spin on type 2 micron filter. I still have another ZD and L4060 to possibly modify also.
How about a picture?

 

[sandyc]

Trying to upload a pic

 

[robertm]

I’ve had mine sitting here since fall. Haven’t had time. I endured gelling this winter, which I believe to be an issue with the first factory filter sitting right at the hydro fan getting a steady stream of ice cold air being drawn to the tranny. I will get my new filter installed before the mower goes on. Then I’ll order a few spare filters for the shelf. I’m still considering installing a set of quick disconnects to change the factory filter on the side of the block.

On a side note, I just ordered yesterday the replacement steering boots from the same guy. I still may sleeve the replaced boots on the tie rods with bicycle inner tubes and zip ties just to keep them protected.

 

[sandyc]

I didn’t have any gelling yet, we’ve had a warmer than normal winter, but decided to change things out on my time not the randomness of the weather. Lying on cardboard on a cement floor at my age is bad enough and can’t imagine trying to change filters in the snow outside.

 

[Stradbash]

I installed a similar system years ago that I put together myself and is pictured on TBN somewhere. I’m still using the original filter element and it’s nice to have a clear bowl beneath the filter to check for contaminants. I still have the filter in the engine compartment and have had zero problems.

 

[robertm]

I’m not sure why Kubota has two filters on the BX other than covering themselves due to a poorly designed filter system that utilizes poor filters. After have a small engine business for 9 years when I was young, the Kubota filters aren’t much better than those used on a lawnmower or snowmobile. That said, I’m sure the secondary filter should remain very clean since the primary filter should snag 99% of the debris. When I install the new L-type filter and bowl, I’ll replace the secondary, and probably make it habit to do the secondary every time I change the primary. For the $4.95, it’s cheap insurance in my book.

 

[Username Taken]

I’m not sure why Kubota has two filters on the BX other than covering themselves due to a poorly designed filter system that utilizes poor filters. After have a small engine business for 9 years when I was young, the Kubota filters aren’t much better than those used on a lawnmower or snowmobile. That said, I’m sure the secondary filter should remain very clean since the primary filter should snag 99% of the debris. When I install the new L-type filter and bowl, I’ll replace the secondary, and probably make it habit to do the secondary every time I change the primary. For the $4.95, it’s cheap insurance in my book.

My Cummins has two fuel filters. I'm no mechanic but everybody I've talked to says it was a giant step forward for diesels.

 

[nikerret]

Is it pretty stout? I could see it getting hit, there.

 

[George the Beagle]

I've had mine for over three years. Best mod I ever made to the tractor. Very stout, haven't hit it with anything....yet. It's a relief knowing I don't have to change the OEM filter any more, and this one is much bigger and of course highly visible.