Confused About HST Fan Protection

[bp fick]

No, I was wrong. It is indeed bolted on. That is good news for possible retro fits on other BXs.

There are extension arms I did not notice, at first. These extend toward the rear of the tractor and are heavily bolted with two bolts per side.

 

[bp fick]

One more thought here, I don't believe Kubota set out to offer a true skid plate. That bespeaks a level of protection that is sober and intentional.

I simply suspect they set out to offer a genuine fan protection system. In that, I believe they were reasonably successful.

 

[psvines]

Anyone attach the BroTek to a BX2660? I'm considering it but don't want to be the first to do so. Hopefully the hole for the MMM shaft works well.

 

[TripleR]

Anyone attach the BroTek to a BX2660? I'm considering it but don't want to be the first to do so. Hopefully the hole for the MMM shaft works well.

I am also interested and have some concerns about restricted air flow, especially during times the MMM is on. Since I only take my MMM during the fall and winter, I am considering the advisability of taking it off when I install the MMM as that will be during the hot summer months.

 

[CHDinCT]

BP - as others have already stated, that is a vast improvement over no skid plate and 100% better than the first version Kubota came out with. Are you sure your dealer didn't take two of the 1st gen Kubota fan protectors and tac them together somehow? - almost looks like two of those 1st gen protectors connected together.

Also, for anyone considering the Bro-Tek skid plate, I only needed to loosen the front U-bolts about half way to remove my HST filter from the side. I may have removed the right rear wheel to do that thought - can't recall for sure, but if so, still easier than taking the skid plate off. I still highly recommend the Bro-Tek version as it is a true skid plate that protects from forward of the fan to the rear hitch plate, including the entire bottom of the HST housing.

 

[BXinNH]

Has anyone who is running a Bro-Tek or other skid plate noticed any increase in HST temp or any symptoms of increased HST temp? I am considering a skid plate but I'm concerned about overheating the HST. Thanks.
Matt.

 

[bp fick]

BP - Are you sure your dealer didn't take two of the 1st gen Kubota fan protectors and tac them together somehow? - almost looks like two of those 1st gen protectors connected together.

Chris, No I don't believe this was a dealer installed option. I do believe it is a Kubota "quiet" upgrade. I believe people should expect to see more. My tractor was assembled in late May, so it is very new in the pipeline, I suspect.

 

[radioman]

Has anyone who is running a Bro-Tek or other skid plate noticed any increase in HST temp or any symptoms of increased HST temp? I am considering a skid plate but I'm concerned about overheating the HST. Thanks.
Matt.

First of all- there are no needle or digital readout temp gauge for hydralic fluid on the BX'es so with or without skid plate, there seems to be no way of knowing.

 

[RobertCramer]

I have the "old" new fan protector and would be interested in the "NEW" fan protector part number so I could order one. Somebody must know what it is.
Bob Cramer

 

[nh DRAGON]

I have the "old" new fan protector and would be interested in the "NEW" fan protector part number so I could order one. Somebody must know what it is.
Bob Cramer

And what was the cost? I have never had a problem in almost three years out in the woods with no mmm on. but also do not wont one ether! If it is as much as BRO guys I will make my own.