KL120 Loader Box Cracks on CK20 Tractor

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timberwolf1

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I recently inherited a 2006 Kioti CK20H with a KL120 loader. I did some research on loader crack issues, and there was a problem with the KL120 loader cracking where they drilled holes into the torque box area in the middle of the loader to receive the inspection plate screws. By doing this, it compromised the the strength torque tube box.

All six screw holes of my loader have cracks extending into the box and will not hold the screws of the inspection plate any longer as a result. I have documentation from the previous owner that a bolt on repair kit was offered, but this loader does not have that kit installed. The serial number of my loader falls within those that could have had the torque box cracks

If anyone has any leads on one of these kits or any suggestions for repair, it would be great appreciated. I have attached a photo of one of the cracks.

Below is a link of a previous discussion from this forum on the topic. Below that are 2 pictures of the loader cracks -- one with the inspection plate on, and one with it off.

I posted in the repairs forum with no success, so I thought I would try here.

tractorbynet.com

KL 120 & 130 loader issue FIX READY

I am thinking of simply just fixing it myself. That has been my inclination, too. The fix I envision is a rectangular piece of 1/2" steel plate with a rectangular hole cut into it. I would make this as large as will fit INSIDE the cross-tube. The rectangular hole would be slightly smaller...
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Thank you.
 

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Where are you located? Maybe there is a Kioti dealer with a kit or two sitting on a shelf collecting dust...
 
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I'm in upstate NY (unfortunately), a few hours south of Canada.
 
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Thank you for the replies. I sent Michigan Iron a PM. Coincidentally, I just just ordered some other parts from them this week.
 
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MichiganIron responded very quickly with a very detailed response. Now I have a plan of action for a welding repair. Thanks again everyone!
 

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