weh111
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I recently bought a used 2004 Model BX23MLB, S/N 6657x with a 42 Silver Edge rotary and a 4' boxblade for 9.5k . It was garage kept with 448 hours and everything seemed to work fine with no apparent leaks. Subsequent to purchase I learned I should have checked the HST cooling fan and I've now learned it is damaged with only nubs of fins left. Also learned the boots of front tie rods and on driveshaft are damaged. I have not used it for more than 2 total hours since purchase with usages of 20 to 30 minutes at a time and it seems to function well in both speed ranges and stops immediately when pedal is returned to neutral position. Is there an easy way to determine if the HST is already damaged from overheating? Also any ideas what I might expect a Kubota dealer to charge for the fan repair? I assume it is worth repairing considering the glowing reports on these machines but admit to needing some educated opinions. Is this one of the earlier machines on which the fan repair may be easier, what series is it.
If I get the fan sorted out I am considering adding a small grapple to this unit and suggestions on how to best add a 3rd function valve would be appreciated as well.
Thanks in advance for any comments as well as help in the past.
Bill
If I get the fan sorted out I am considering adding a small grapple to this unit and suggestions on how to best add a 3rd function valve would be appreciated as well.
Thanks in advance for any comments as well as help in the past.
Bill