Kubota B Series - Service It Yourself

[jakell2010]

I thought the front axle oil was at 400 hrs?

 

[bp fick]

I thought the front axle oil was at 400 hrs?

Yup. Sure is. Mine got changed today.

 

[bp fick]

bp flick, thanks for this thread! I am coming up on 50 hours on my 2920 and this has been in the back of my mind. I have a service manual, but hearing it here and your full color photos will help a lot!

Thanks again!

You're most welcome, and thanks for the kind words. There are always a host of guys going to do their service in fall. Summer comes to an end and it is a natural time to do the maintenance. Mine got serviced today because it is the one year anniversary.

 

[OrangeRidge]

One year ! That shot by ..............

 

[k0ua]

Good thead, keep going.:thumbsup:

James K0UA

 

[bp fick]

O.R. thanks, it is actually a month early, but we're having rain, so it seemed best to take advantage of the lull. Besides, I'm not going to have time at the end of the month.

KOua, thanks.

 

[bp fick]

Changing the HST Filter​

The Kubota I have has two filters mounted horizontally on the trans, one on the right and one on the left. One is the HST filter and the other is the suction filter for the hydraulics. I have both on hand, as the dealer threw in the full filter package to sweeten the deal at purchase. Since both filters are painted over in gray, one cannot read the numbers on them. Again, the manual does a good job of pointing out their locations.

The hydraulic suction filter does not need to be changed, according to the manual, until 400 hours.

The HST filter is called out by the schedule to be changed quickly. No doubt its job is to catch any debris left over from manufacturing.

Simply put, on the 20 series B, the HST filter, the one you want to change now, is the shorter of the two, located under your left cheek, when seated on the tractor.

Doing The Deed​

The HST filter, in this case, uses the same Cup #3 filter wrench. Readied the drip pan and took the new filter with me under the tractor. I had heard how tight some of these filters are, but this one was not too bad at all. I didn't know if I should expect a gush of sudt or what. Turns out there is nothing to worry about. The filter drains when you crack the seal but the the flow quickly ceases. I quickly spun on the new HST filter and Ta Da!!! Done.
I honestly did not lose even a quart. I quart I have on the shelf, so I'm good to go. Couldn't have been easier.

 

[ericher69]

Bp fick

Not criticizing but...

Why would you change engine oil filter then engine oil?

I've always 1. Drained oil
2. Oil filter
3. New pre filled filter
4. Refilled sump

Am I missing something?

Thx

 

[bp fick]

No particular reason. Filter has to come off, off it went. Worked from top to bottom. Plus, curiosity, I guess. The BX with 18 hp I previously owned was easier to access the oil filter, frankly. I didn't want to leave that filter to the end. Turns out, it was a wee bit fussy. The radiator hose rubs hard on it. By no means "difficult" but I honestly don't care for things "touching" like that. Pre-filling a filter is OK, if it is in the "up" position, but this one isn't fit that way.
I'd have dumped any pre-filled oil all over the engine and floor trying to fit a horizontal filter around that obstructing hose.
Anyhow, no particular reason at all.

 

[ericher69]

Fair enough; your thread

Personally like bottom up

Less spillage!