Kioti Old problem with KL130 loader cracks

[gcabinet1]

Hi I am new to the forum, I have a deposit on a 2007 Kioti CK30H with a KL130 or it might be a KL130b loader
I have been reading about the problems with cracks in the cross member tube
I have several questions

1.that years were affected?
2.what serial numbers were affected ?
3. If mine was affected how do I tell if it was repaired ?
4. Where do I find the serial numbers on the loader?
Thanks for your help

 

[IXLR8]

If you dig back in the Kioti forum there was lots of discussion on this, including a way to tell if the loader had been repaired. Good luck with your info search.

 

[SPYDERLK]

If you dig back in the Kioti forum there was lots of discussion on this, including a way to tell if the loader had been repaired. Good luck with your info search.

These rods will make a most crack resistant repair:
https://www.amazon.com/Forney-44560...e2d-9f7e-7e49952789bd&pd_rd_i=B000PSA06G&th=1

 

[dfkrug]

I have the first generation KL130 loader and it has never cracked. I asked Kioti to send me the strengthening kit, but they never did. Without a local dealer that services these tractors, customers were not to be trusted with their own welding, apparently.

I understand that, but I bought 3 new Kiotis and one new Bobcat CT230 (nearly the same as the CK30, except for loader and wiring). I wanted the strengthening kit and even planned my own upgrade.

I never did it, and never had a problem. I max out my loader all the time, but lifting is always done with forks or with a lift hook in the center.

 

[gcabinet1]

Thanks guys much appreciated!

I have the first generation KL130 loader and it has never cracked. I asked Kioti to send me the strengthening kit, but they never did. Without a local dealer that services these tractors, customers were not to be trusted with their own welding, apparently.

I understand that, but I bought 3 new Kiotis and one new Bobcat CT230 (nearly the same as the CK30, except for loader and wiring). I wanted the strengthening kit and even planned my own upgrade.

I never did it, and never had a problem. I max out my loader all the time, but lifting is always done with forks or with a lift hook in the center.

was your machine listed under the serial numbers that where affected? Thanks

 

[gcabinet1]

Was your machine listed under the serial numbers that were affected? Thanks

 

[dfkrug]

This was a big issue 15 years ago, and my unit was covered. I can't recall anything about a serial # list. The design of the loader boom included a tubular beam that tied each side together, but was welded to only one side of the boom arms. Plus, there is a huge access hole in it for hoses.