Kubota B6100 4x4 with new threads and shoes

smokinhart · Feb 28, 2010

Just about done and ready to mount the loader on the new refurb B6100:thumbsup:

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Been a fun and challenging build.

KennyV · Mar 1, 2010

Looks very good... did you take a lot of progress pictures as you went ?? KennyV

Thomas · Mar 1, 2010

Very nicely done....B6100 now looks like mid 90 B7100.

smokinhart · Mar 1, 2010

KennyV said:
Looks very good... did you take a lot of progress pictures as you went ?? KennyV

Yes I did, they are over on Orange Tractor talks under b6100 spring cleanup

KubotainNH · Mar 5, 2010

She looks pretty and the new shoes make her look sleek. Now I feel like I need to do some cleanup on mine. Although I did spend a bunch on adding power steering.

KubotainNH · Mar 5, 2010

I just checked out the post at the other site. You put in some hours on this tractor. Curious, how do you plan to power the loader? Mine is factory and uses the pump on the motor.

captin_insano · Mar 6, 2010

Thats one good lookin tractor.

smokinhart · Mar 6, 2010

KubotainNH said:
I just checked out the post at the other site. You put in some hours on this tractor. Curious, how do you plan to power the loader? Mine is factory and uses the pump on the motor.

I have a Cessna pump on the front PTO for one circuit of the loader. I also have outboard connections from the factory Hydraulic pump on the port side of the tractor. 4 gallon per minute each outlet. Still do not know which I'll use!:confused2:

KubotainNH · Mar 9, 2010

I have no complaints with the power and speed of my loader. I have pics of the hydraulic setup here if you want to see how it's setup from the factory. Bottom post is the 1st picture. http://www.tractorbynet.com/forums/kubota-owning-operating/70830-b6100-picture-2.html

David Devuono · Mar 9, 2010

Personally I think I would use your aux pump for the loader, I also have a rear blade and I am forever switching knobs and levers going from Loader to 3PTH blade.

smokinhart · Mar 9, 2010

KubotainNH Your set up is the same block I have for the factory port. David, . . . . I think you have the switch under the seat?! That would be a pain switching back and fort. I have both so I would be able to use the block on the port like Kubotain does and still have the aux pump dedicated to steering. The loader dual valve is PB with a output return as well. Then if I ever build a grapple fork I can use the under seat valve to operate that.

Thanks for the thought process guys!

KubotainNH · Mar 10, 2010

David Devuono said:
Personally I think I would use your aux pump for the loader, I also have a rear blade and I am forever switching knobs and levers going from Loader to 3PTH blade.

I never have to touch that knob. The 3 point hitch is in line after my FEL. Works like a champ.

SilverLakeFab · Mar 16, 2013

Hi Smokinhart. Would you be able to provide information on what you are running for wheels and tires on your B6100? I have the same model machine and would love to bolt on the same wheel and tire combo as my turf tires aren't cutting and I don't want to put on ag tires. Any info you could provide would be much appreciated.

Grateful11 · Mar 16, 2013

smokinhart said:
Just about done and ready to mount the loader on the new refurb B6100:thumbsup::thumbsup:

After

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Been a fun and challenging build.

That thing looks like a beast. Job well done.

foreman Etexas · Mar 16, 2013

Thats a nice tractor,job well done:thumbsup:

dntfxr · Mar 17, 2013

Awesome job on the restoration! That makes me want to spend more time with my b7100. What loader are you putting on it?

rpraymond · Mar 17, 2013

I had a B6100 years ago. That's what sold me on Kubota. Those things are tanks! Nice job.

smokinhart · Mar 17, 2013

Thanks for the kudos.

I put an ARK 515 loader on it after those pictures were taken several years ago. 78" lift 42" bucket and front mounted crankshaft pump. New three spool valve . Works well ... Even built a belly hydraulic reserve tank in the frame. I'll post some current pics soon. I don't use the tractor much and even considered selling it this spring. If I decide to let it go I'll post on the appropriate board here to let y'all know ...

smokinhart · Mar 17, 2013

SilverLakeFab said:
Hi Smokinhart. Would you be able to provide information on what you are running for wheels and tires on your B6100? I have the same model machine and would love to bolt on the same wheel and tire combo as my turf tires aren't cutting and I don't want to put on ag tires. Any info you could provide would be much appreciated.

10 x16.5 skid loader tires on back and 6x10 loader tires up front. 6 ply are tough to mount on these rims! Kept the gear ratio within 2% if I remember to avoid drive shaft wrap differences.