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    Discharge Cover RC48-G20-S (G1800)

    I'm looking for a salvagable discharge cover (with stopper and spring) for my Kubota G1800 lawn tractor mower deck. Prices for new parts specific to this item are so scandalously high it makes it impractical to purchase them. I've looked online and called West Kentucky Tractor Parts already as...
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    Wanted - Tire Chains

    I'm looking to buy a set of tire chains for my L2850 in the near future. Tire size is 13.6 - 24. I have ag tread so based on what I'm reading online, looks like I need to steer away from standard 'ladder' style chains. Aquiline MPCs or RUD Duo ladder looks to be the best options to keep the...
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    Looking for compatible FEL for L2850

    I've got a late 80's L2850 that I'd like to upgrade with a FEL. Tractordata.com lists a BF500 as the FEL for this tractor but finding one (in good condition) has proven futile. I haven't discussed at length with a dealer yet but does anyone know of a website or other way to find a compatible...
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    L2850 How much is too much plow?

    I have a 1986 L2850. Based on tractordata.com specs, it's ~2500 lbs, 34 engine hp, 23 db hp. I have a single 14" bottom plow that I know the tractor can pull well, esp. w/ 4X4 and ballasted tires. Would like to upgrade to a 2 bottom plow but first wanted to hear from some folks that may have...
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    "To Ballast or Not to Ballast...that is the question"

    My L2850DT operator's manual leads me to believe that ballasting the front tires for added weight and stability is okay. But I've noted some opinions that ballasting front tires can lead to premature equipment breakdown in the front axle/shaft/gear assemblies. Anyone had any experience with...
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    L2850 Front Axle Housing Bearing Removal

    I need to replace the bearing and seal for the front end of my L2850's 4X4 shaft. I've removed the protective shaft sleeve, the long middle shaft section, and the two shaft couplings from rear to front. I'm trying to remove the housing that bolts to the rear of the front axle that contains the...
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    L2850 4X4 drive shaft leaks

    I've been going over my 'new to me' L2850 tweeking and replacing parts as needed. Newest venture is to replace the 'assumed' seals at both ends of the 4X4 drive shaft. 90 wt gear oil is leaking from front axle housing where the shaft goes in and also hydraulic fluid where the opposite end of...
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    Old Gray Fergy

    I recently bought a 1986 Kubota L2850 to replace my 1950 Ferguson TO20 when it developed a knock and showed no oil pressure. Mechanic determined that a connector rod bearing was bad, the gear driving the oil pump was spinning on the shaft, and worst of all, the crank and mains would need to be...
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    L2850 instrument panel glass

    I need a replacement glass cover for the instrument panel on my L2850's dash. Can't seem to find one online. I'm trying to compare the costs of a genuine replacement vs custom piece of glass vs plexiglass. Links/Comments most welcome.
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    Beef with Kubota - The nut that drove me nuts

    I'm posting this in the hopes that it saves someone else some of the trouble I've experienced trying to remove the retaining nut from the front of my V1702 engine. I needed to remove the v-belt pulley and replace the front seal which was leaking crankcase oil. The nut is 46mm, and in my case...
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    L2850 Leak Repairs and Maintenance

    I've been cleaning up and going over a recently purchased L2850 DT (shuttle trans). I degreased and pressure washed it and I'm now running down the leaks. Resolved a fuel leak by tightening up a loose injector line. Resolved milky trans fluid by flushing system with diesel (dealer...
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    New Owner of L2850

    I recently bought a used L2850 w/ 910 hrs. Tractor runs great but leaks small amounts of multiple fluids (fuel,hydraulic fl, crank case oil) during and just after operating it. I stripped the sheet metal, degreased, and pressure washed it to better assess the leaks for repair. in doing so, I've...