new Bx 2360 owner

[bx2670]

Hello everyone will be getting new bx2360 in about a week how should I break in and what should I expect or look for as a new owner? From what I have learned so far from you all I know I won't be led wrong!!!!!!!!!

 

[Rfisher7381]

Hello everyone will be getting new bx2360 in about a week how should I break in and what should I expect or look for as a new owner? From what I have learned so far from you all I know I won't be led wrong!!!!!!!!!

Welcome to TBN. I purchased a BX2360 this past spring and now have around 100 hrs on it. I broke mine in by generally using the machine but keeping away from extremes. Varied engine rpm and did not exceed around 2600 for the first 50 hrs. At 50hrs I changed over to Rotella T6 15-40 synthetic and changed all filters. I also changed the HST over to SUDT2. I'm sure you'll get many opinions though. Best luck with your new toy.

 

[RaydaKub]

:welcome:
I haven't had a new tractor before, so I'm not all that familiar, but know several threads here have talked about checking your front axle fluid many times in the first few months. They come very low.

Enjoy that new :tractor:

BTW, you don't have a tractor until you post pictures. :laughing:

 

[Johnbro]

The manual will tell you what to do--generally don't max it out for the first 50 hours. But whatever you do, don't lug it. Those diesels are designed to be run pretty hard. I would limit it to 2500 rpm or so for the first 50 hours, and don't drive at full speed either.

Have fun, be safe, and send pictures.

 

[dodge man]

Check the level of gear lube in your front axle. Its very common for it to get low after just a few hours of use. Mine was low when I first checked it. To check it, there is a orange colored dip stick on the left front axle, and it can be hard to get out of its hole.

 

[willi67]

I checked all fluid levels, grease fittings, bolts, belts etc. worked my way through the Manual. Also sprayed a clear dry film on bolts and weld joints ... its only gonna be this clean once! Will break it in like the others have said and change all filters and oil at 50hrs.

 

[TripleR]

Can't go wrong with the advice so far. I did pretty much what others have said only I ran ours a bit higher, but with cool down cycles.

You don't need to baby it, just follow the manual and do regular fluid checks, clean your screens etc.

How is it equipped, FEL, tires etc.?

Enjoy your new tractor.

 

[bx2670]

Thanks for valuable info !!Ordered with turf tires 54 mmm and loader valve, really to mow lawn 2 1/2 acres pretty much flat.Hopefully down the road FEL and other toys to put behind it.Been mowing with Cub Cadet 42" 19 HP gas and tired of it taking 3 hrs or more plus now I will be the Big Boy in the hood !!!I know its probably overkill was torn between it and the 1860 but you can't add HP later plus 0% was a no brainer.Got it for $12000.00 before taxes so I hope that is'nt too bad.First price was $12800.00 got a quote from GA and he matched after I showed it to him I'm in Nc

 

[bigbull338]

enjoy your new ride.

 

[Rfisher7381]

Thanks for valuable info !!Ordered with turf tires 54 mmm and loader valve, really to mow lawn 2 1/2 acres pretty much flat.Hopefully down the road FEL and other toys to put behind it.Been mowing with Cub Cadet 42" 19 HP gas and tired of it taking 3 hrs or more plus now I will be the Big Boy in the hood !!!I know its probably overkill was torn between it and the 1860 but you can't add HP later plus 0% was a no brainer.Got it for $12000.00 before taxes so I hope that is'nt too bad.First price was $12800.00 got a quote from GA and he matched after I showed it to him I'm in Nc

Can I ask why you purchased the 54" deck versus the 60"? When I purchased mine this past spring the dealer pushed the 54" deck so I agreed. However, TBN users convinced me the 60" was a better choice. I called my dealer back and switched my order to the 60" deck and I am glad I did. It was a $180 increase in cost so not a big deal.