oldnslo
Super Member
Yes I installed the lower heater hose unit and it worked fine. You just have to be very precise on where you cut the lower radiator hose to do the installation.
Need help installing block heater in BX
- Thread starter KYKub
- Start date
- Views: 16550
I ordered the lower radiator hose unit. Things do look pretty tight under there. oldnslo, you said to be "very precise" on where to cut. Is there a particular place to cut the hose, or do you just try to eyeball it so you have the most room on either side once you insert the heater? Do you remember if you removed a small section of hose or just made the cut and slipped in the heater?
oldnslo
Super Member
If & I repeat IF I remember correctly the kit from Kubota had pretty good instructions. What I did was read the instructions and then held the heater up next to hose and marked the hose where it should be cut. You have to remove a short section of hose to install this. Also the direction the power cord is rotated or it will rub on the plastic shroud
Hi wrooster. I forgot I promised an update on this thread. I started a new thread detailing my installation here: http://www.tractorbynet.com/forums/...ng/352379-radiator-hose-heater-kubota-bx.html
FWIW, I originally ordered this heater from Amazon: Amazon.com: Kat's (16400) 1" Lower Radiator Heater Hose: Automotive
I thought it would be the same as the Kubota product but after getting it, convinced myself it was physically larger. Given that the space is so tight, I ordered one through the Kubota dealer. Mistake! Paid more than double and it is exactly the same! Special order so couldn't be returned. It's not even a "Kubota" part - it's Zerostart, an aftermarket like Kat's. Returned my Amazon heater, but would never have ordered from the dealer if I knew I would receive the same thing (for more than twice the price!). Good luck.
FWIW, I originally ordered this heater from Amazon: Amazon.com: Kat's (16400) 1" Lower Radiator Heater Hose: Automotive
I thought it would be the same as the Kubota product but after getting it, convinced myself it was physically larger. Given that the space is so tight, I ordered one through the Kubota dealer. Mistake! Paid more than double and it is exactly the same! Special order so couldn't be returned. It's not even a "Kubota" part - it's Zerostart, an aftermarket like Kat's. Returned my Amazon heater, but would never have ordered from the dealer if I knew I would receive the same thing (for more than twice the price!). Good luck.
ru499
Member
I use a magnetic heater. Just stick it to the oil pan. Works great.
