F2000 questions

[LouNY]

Evening;
I just picked up a F2000 with the 72" RC72-F20 deck.
I have found the operators manuals for the F2000 drive unit on line.
I have not found the operators manual for the RC72-F20 mower deck.
I'll also be looking for the service manuals for them.
Does anyone have any idea where to find these manuals for a reasonable price?

What is the trick to installing the deck?
It was easy to remove to load in the trailer, but I had heck getting it mounted.
Had to remove the deck to fit my trailer, it was about an inch to narrow.

Anything to watch for on these units?
I did see the issue with bolts on the front gear box.
This unit has an indicated 2800 hours on it.

I had to replace one wheel stud on the rear wheel and nut,
and I found a stripped one on one front one that may be fun to repair,
it's stripped in the hub.
Thanks
Lou

 

[Rustyiron]

I think the gearbox on the mower is getting scarce, at least that's what I was told about my 60" deck. Just keep an eye on all the fluid levels on the ol' gal.

 

[radios1]

here's the operators manual. Kubota RC6-F2, RC72-F2 Operator's Manual, Rotary Mower, RC6-F2, RC72-F2 | eBay

 

[radios1]

I think the gearbox on the mower is getting scarce, at least that's what I was told about my 60" deck. Just keep an eye on all the fluid levels on the ol' gal.

it was probably not custom made for that deck, most, maybe all manufacturers would not do that because of the cost.. they would use a gearbox that is already available, and probably still used for other equipment..

 

[LouNY]

here's the operators manual. Kubota RC6-F2, RC72-F2 Operator's Manual, Rotary Mower, RC6-F2, RC72-F2 | eBay

Thanks, ordered one last night from e-bay.

Another question has anyone added a ROP's or just a shade canopy to theres?
If so any pics on how it was mounted?

 

[radios1]

it looks like the ROPS is only $148 from Kubota!..

 

[radios1]

it looks like the ROPS is only $148 from Kubota!..

this might have the info you're looking for. Kubota F189 Enclosure for F2 Tractor with F199 ROPS Owner Operator Manual | eBay

 

[LouNY]

I just went to the Kubota website and found the rops,
thanks

 

[JOHNTHOMAS]

Thanks, ordered one last night from e-bay.

Another question has anyone added a ROP's or just a shade canopy to theres?
If so any pics on how it was mounted?

I built a shade canopy for mine using 1 1/4" PVC and clamped it to ROPS for under $20. I also built one improved model for my L3901 using front support posts PVC and heavy duty zip ties but can't do the front support posts with the F. Look under my name for posts and find the one for the canopy for a tractor.

 

[LouNY]

Well the ROPS is on order, got the ignition switch figured out so as to get the glow plugs working.
Drained and refilled the front gearbox, pulled the deck belt shields off, need to order a new belt.
Used it for about 3 hours today, mowed good.