Dealer Dealer Prep

[lwparch]

I have enjoyed the wit and wisdom of this site for several months now. I have ordered a L4310HST, FEL, hooks, folding ROPS, Ag tires and 6-ft. rotary cutter. It will be ready next week. Does anyone have any tips on what I should expect in the way of dealer prep. Or what do you wish you had had the dealer do to set up your tractor properly prior to delivery.

Larry

 

[LGinIA]

Make sure you have the dealer show you how to remove and install the FEL. Not just explain, do the actual process. Same would apply to the Mid-mount mower and any other attachment. Demo the tractor (owner operating) to identify any problem functions. My dealer purchased tractor from another dealer and failed to remove and install FEL. I discovered (while dealer there) that FEL was installed incorrectly and an owner could not repair easily. Glad I checked. Errors happen. Some dealers do poor pre-delivery inspections others do great jobs. Good luck--love the B2410.

 

[PaulT]

Check ALL the hydraulic fittings. Try to loosen each one with your fingers. Some might actually be that loose! Look at the location where the fluid would drip and accumulate if the fittings were loose. This is not always directly underneath the fitting in question, as the fluid might fall onto a hose and travel down the hose to collect in another spot. Check the nylon sleeves for fluid. Also do a finger tight check for all accessory bolts (the SMV bracket, the light/fender bolts). Also, make sure to really tug on the ROPS in every direction, in case those bolts haven't been torqued to spec. In short, my experience was that everything was in the right place, so it looked good, but things weren't tightened to proper torque specs. Also, check tire pressures and tread direction.

PaulT

 

[frank_f15]

LARRY; congrats on what sounds like a very nice rig. just check over everything that u can tink of, and drive the tractor and use the implements that are attached atime of delivery. check for smooth operation of hst, fel control, and throttle . then do what i did! read the manuel, then read it again while sitting on tractor(so u can check out all the levers) then read it again! i am not joking, amazing what you learn after 2nd or 3rd reading. good luck, have fun and be safe. WELCOME TO THE SITE.
FRANK

 

[Youare]

I bought a new Kubota L3000 this July. I asked the dealer to supply me with the owner and operator manual before they delivered the tractor so I could read through it. They said they would mail them to me but never did, the dealer is almost an hour drive away.

If you can get the manuals before you take delivery of the tractor it will get you aquanited with various parts of the tractor and maintenance issues. Have them show you how to check the oil by doing it especially if you have to remove panels to get to the dipsticks. Have them explain fully how to change the fuel filter without making a mess and getting air in the system.

Make them operate every valve and control the tractor has, one of mine was stuck which required a service call later. Have them explain any special break-in treatment you should be aware of.

Enjoy your tractor.

 

[SteveV]

At the risk of getting off subject, my first move when the machine got within range of my tools would be to apply a socket to the wheels lugs. Even with warrantee, some things cannot be made entirely right after they happen.

 

[GlennT]

I can only second what others have said. When I did the 50 hour maintenance on my John Deere I was horrified to find that the oil plugs for both the engine and the transmission/differential were only finger tight!! It would have been so easy for them to vibrate off!

 

[banjobj]

If I ever get another tractor I will check for paint damage such as chips. I noticed them after delivery and should have brought it to the dealers attention. Also the dealer puts too many decals on the tractor.

 

[art]

One of the easiest ways to be assured to have a good prep is to allow the dealer to have some time with your new tractor. We often have customers come in and would like delivery tommorrow! We want to make your time frame if we can at all to please you, but that is how things get missed. You might just ask, what time frame they would be able to deliver the unit to you. The extra time might be enough for a good inspection after assembly to catch the things that might have been missed or that were not assembled right at the factory. It might allow for the best man that they have to assemble your unit so it is perfect on delivery day. If it is at all possible to set-up a time just before delivery to stop at the dealer to review the order and go over the equipment with the dealer personal before delivery. We have often found something that might be adjusted so it works better for YOU. Ask questions at this time about your oils, filters,or changes you might like to make. All dealers want a perfect delivery, a few moments of your time makes a big difference.

 

[lwparch]

Wow, thanks for all the great advice. I would not have thought of most of the items mentioned. I will definitely give the dealer the time to prep the tractor and will make an appointment to have them demonstrate everything before delivery, since I am about an hour away.

Larry