Fallon
Super Member
https://www.tractorbynet.com/forums...ing/389375-self-leveling-valve-kubota-la.html indicates it's a hydraulic self-leveling device like on the Ms. Not just a backsplash on the back of the bucket. At least for the OEM Kubota part. There are aftermarket parts with the same name that mount to the back of the bucket.I believe you are correct mbu. The spill guard appears to be a simple curved piece that kick a splash back into the bucket. Self leveling feature is a completely different animal.
I checked over the current spec sheets comparing the Grand L and the Standard L-series tractors, and did not see the self leveling feature listed on either. It is a feature available on M-series though.