Help this girl install a sound bar on Kubota

Leejohn · Mar 6, 2018

There could already be a plug in for 12V in the back. Look real good for a 2 wire plug in back at the 3 point.

boomer1025 · Mar 6, 2018

piaffepony said:
How do I figure out if the speaker draws power when the tractor is turned off?

Sorry for the ignorant girl questions..

A good small radio/MP3 unit and a good headphone set would work alot better on a tractor without a cab.
It serve two purpose's, help protect your hearing and let you have your tunes at the same time.

sdquick · Mar 6, 2018

Also, with the noise of the tractor, I might suggest something like this as an alternative solution.

3M 9543-4DC WorkTunes Connect Hearing Protector with Bluetooth Technology, 1 Pack - - Amazon.com

Wakey · Mar 6, 2018

sdquick said:
Also, with the noise of the tractor, I might suggest something like this as an alternative solution.

3M 9543-4DC WorkTunes Connect Hearing Protector with Bluetooth Technology, 1 Pack - - Amazon.com

I 2nd that but I use a corded headphone and stream music from my phone. Kinda cool to answer a phone call that you need to take that otherwise you would never have heard.

I'd put the soundbar in the barn or something.

EddieWalker · Mar 6, 2018

Every tractor is going to be a little different in how the wiring is done, and where you would look for adding things. If it was me, I would go back to my dealer and ask one of the mechanics to point out on a similar tractor in the lot where he would connect the wires. While I don't have a Kubota, I have been to the dealer quite a few times for Land Pride stuff and I've found them to be very helpful when asked for assistance.

RNeumann · Mar 6, 2018

If you want the sound bar a simple fuse tap would be perfect for this. Just make sure to buy the tap that fits the fuses you have. Most good auto parts stores will have one or two buried with the electrical stuff-

Amazon.com: E Support 12v Car Add-a-circuit Fuse TAP Adapter Mini ATM APM Blade Fuse Holder Pack of 5: Automotive

It is common to just wear headphones as it protects you from tractor noise and pipes in a little Thunderstruck....but what fun is that!

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Redlands Okie · Mar 6, 2018

I bet there are 2 or 3 wires with plugs on them under the seat on that tractor. You may have a hard time getting a matching plug at somewhere besides kubota. May need to cut of the existing and replace with a plug you can match.

freedomlives · Mar 6, 2018

I'd second the idea of ear buds or something. I use those when mowing hay. Brand I have is KOSS. They were relatively cheap (~$15) and they block out the sound well enough that I can listen even to audio books and such.

A basic DMM (digital multimeter) will include a current measuring function. You put it inline with the power cable and check the measurement while its off. If it draws more than about 10mA while "off" then it should go on a switched circuit.

Egon · Mar 6, 2018

Use solder and shrink wrap for any wire splices. Cover any exposed wire with a plastic wire wrap for exposure. Use quick ties for securing. Somewhere put in an off/on switch.