Need some good advice

[Rustybolt]

I have a 2004 Century 2535 with a Kukje 3T90L-ATC Diesel. It has a blown head gasket or cracked head. I haven't removed the head yet because I want to make sure I can get gaskets etc. for it.
I called the only Branson Dealer I could find in Illinois (100 miles from me). The lady said hold on. I held for 10 minutes and she came back and took my phone number and said "maybe I can find someone to call you back". That was last week and haven't heard a thing. Left an email at the Branson Hdqs in Georgia the next day and haven't heard a thing.
Is Branson still in business and are owners able to still get parts?
The tractor has been a horse of a tractor for it's size and I hate to junk it (great loader too). I would like to hear some suggestions on obtaining parts and possibly engine replacements from other engine manufactures (ie:Mitsubishi)

Thanks for any help offered...

 

[Roadworthy]

Would a Mitsubishi engine even fit or was that just an example? You may get information here: Valley Power They deal in Satoh and Mitsubishi (same brand) but have been it the business for a LONG time and may have suggestions.

 

[Rustybolt]

Would a Mitsubishi engine even fit or was that just an example? You may get information here: Valley Power They deal in Satoh and Mitsubishi (same brand) but have been it the business for a LONG time and may have suggestions.

Than You for your response Roadworthy. A different engine was more of a question. At this time I would prefer to fix the head problem. If I can't get parts I might try finding an engine that will fit right in. I was hoping also to see if someone could answer the question of Branson parts availability. Do not know if Branson is even still servicing their products since I have not had a reply from them or the Illinois dealer i contacted.

 

[oldnslo]

Rusty,
Not sure which dealer you contacted in Illinois but Branson is still in business. If dealer west of Rockford, they had some personal changes over the last year and their service response has suffered. Might try posting this question in the Century / Branson forum. 99% sure their is a member or two that works for Branson dealers that are very responsive. Being old I do not remember their name but think one is asteral or something like that.

 

[Rustybolt]

Hi there oldnslo. I contacted a dealer that is more on the West Central side of the state.. (About 100 miles west of me). They never got back with me. Rockford dealer is over 200 north from here. I had a post on the Branson Century forum and I did get a good reply from a gentleman that provided a link to the Three Rivers Dealer. I called them and I was very happy to find out I can order the parts for the Kukje 3T90L-ATC engine from them.
Thank You sir for responding to my post. It is nice to know there are so many great people willing to take time to help someone. You all have a safe, healthy and blessed day.