Recent content by aussiejeff

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    L1500 Radiator

    Thanks for the reply NIW, I thought a member may have resolved/mitigated the vibration issue by moving or fitting different radiator mounts or flexible hoses etc
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    L1500 Radiator

    Hi All, My radiator has leaked and been repaired several times over the last few years and it has failed again, a seam weld on the bottom tank is weeping. A new core was fitted 2 years ago but the repair man tells me the vibration of the engine causes the damage and kubota's are prone to it...
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    Roll Call

    Here, but down under
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    Antonio Carraro

    A you tube video i watched shows a EU model Kubota L351 which comes in a narrow version and cab (similiar to the US B2401 but more horse power etc, good video just to see the vineyard terrain) did you look at one of these before choosing the AC unit and out of curiosity what is your vineyard row...
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    L1500 Rear Main Seal

    Hi All, I split my tractor six months ago and replaced the rear main seal, all has gone well with 50 odd hours since the repair but now i have an oil drip again and i am thinking the new seal has failed. Apart from just bad luck is there any other reason a main seal may fail? Any help will...
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    L1500

    Thanks for the replies, i managed to borrow a impact gun and buy a long impact 46mm socket so will try tomorrow, thread direction is normal ccw to undo. Thanks
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    L1500

    Hi, I have started on replacing the front main seal in my engine, but am having problems with the large nut which holds the fan belt pulley on the crankshaft. The nut is super tight and apart from maybe applying a little heat to help crack the tension and lots of swearing etc does anyone have an...
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    L1500 Rear Main Seal

    Hi all, I am currently replacing the rear main oil seal on my l1500 and have a query. There are 4 flat slightly curved washers (2 bolts each) that bolt to the housing the seal fits into. When removing them i noted they are fitted so the 'curve' follows the outside radius of the seal but doesnt...
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    L1500 Rear Main Seal

    Hi all, I am replacing a leaking rear main seal on my L1500. I have split the tractor and removed the damaged seal but have a query about the 4 flat locking washers (2 bolts per washer) that bolt to the housing surrounding the out side of the seal. They have a slight curve on them, and were...
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    B2601 Loader

    Hi, Here in Oz & i think in NZ, Kubota dont offer front end loader options for SSQA. In USA is there a difference in the Loader model No. for a pinned or SSQA or the same loader but with different fittings? Regards and Thanks
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    Kubota narrow option?

    Re: Kubotta narrow option? Hi, we have down this path as well on a vineyard we owned. You mention you dont care for italian machinery but have a look at Fendt and or Deuz fahr , both make good narrow tractors but getting one used might be a bigger issue. Narrow tractors are 'built to order'...
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    Daily Chuckle

    Is that a snake coming out of the seat? Might test the family jewels...
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    Zero Turn Mowers

    Hi all, in a previous post i asked for feedback re purchasing a Zero Turn, thanks for all the replies. We have narrowed it down to two brands (one orange) but before purchase i thought i would ask for feedback from owners if a mulching kit is worth fitting or not. Do they work or are they a...
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    Zero Turn Mowers

    Hi, We are thinking of buying a Zero Turn Mower, initially looking at the Kubota Z122E or Z411 models with a 48" cut. Appreciate comments from those who own them regarding any problems? (if any) reliability etc. Cheers and regards
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    L1500 Injector Pump

    Hi all, At the rear of my injector pump is a (drain?)pipe with a 90 deg bend that ends about level with the bottom of the engine block. I have noticed an oil? drip on the concrete when the tractor is idling and stationary, what is it likely to be and how do i stop the drip. I assume it also...