L3400 Quick Attach

[oldgoat2]

Finally got around to putting the QA plate on the back of the loader bucket of the LA463 loader. As others have reported, the L2230A QA for the Grand L series LA513 loader is a perfect fit. I meant to get a full plate adapter but this is what my dealer came up with so I fitted it around the factory stiffener. A couple 3X9X1/4 plates on the top worked well for the chain hooks. A couple gussets else where meant I could play with the welder longer. The factory bucket level indicator rod and tube are on order from the dealer. One pin that comes with the AQ adapter is the receiver for the rod. First pic is the finished bucket.

 

[oldgoat2]

Pre paint picture.

 

[oldgoat2]

With primer, a little easier to see.

 

[oldgoat2]

QA adapter on tractor.

 

[oldgoat2]

And last, the weld marks inside the bucket. It seemed easiiest to just repaint the whole bucket. I used 2 cans of paint and that was plenty.

 

[westbrooklawn]

Great Job! What did the QA (tractor side) cost? Does the QA move your bucket any farther forward to the point of affecting lift capacity?

 

[oldgoat2]

Hi,
The QA adapter retails for $399 from Kubota. That price can possibly be improved upon. The QA plate is light duty and was $115. Both pieces weigh less than 100# together. The bucket is about 4" forward from the factory position. I would guess rated lift capacity is 125# less. Actual difference as most of us would use it is unnoticeable.

 

[wushaw]

Great job /forums/images/graemlins/cool.gif
Now you need more tools...toys to use on your new toy /forums/images/graemlins/grin.gif

 

[kubotaman68]

hi there,
I hope you changed the stops on the quick coupler or you are going to bend the dump cylinders very expensive !

 

[Dstosh]

Only 399 from kubota? The ATI costs 599 Whats that part number? I take it That it is for The LA 513 Not the 463 but you made it work?