BX 2380 at 99.7 hours - anything I should especially be looking for?

[dan_m]

At last use, my bx2380 was sitting at 99.7 hours - time for that 100hr service. Other than the usual 100 hour maintenance (https://www.kubotausa.com/service-support/maintenance-schedules/check-points-maintenance-schedule) does anyone have any other items I should check while I'm at it?

I replaced the blades (60" mower deck) mid last season (I have 2 sets, one sharpened and ready to go if needed). Since I mow a field a few times a year I constantly check the air filter and screen / radiator. I ran into issue once mowing the field were the radiator had restricted air flow - simple solution to blow it off when temp started climbing. Last year I added secondary air filter and I have replacement for primary and secondary air filters on hand.

Very happy with it (purchased July 2020) overall - it's a beast for as little of a tractor as it is. Found many uses for the front end loader!

Dan

 

[i7win7]

Torque on lug nuts and FEL mounts

 

[xrocketengineer]

Yes....

 

[RalphVa]

Lube job. Never ever retorqued any nuts/bolts myself on any previous 3 tractors. Never had anything come loose.

 

[ZTMAN]

Check your tie rod boots for rips or tears. If needed replace with aftermarket

Pay attention to the fluid level in your front axle.

 

[GreensvilleJay]

Be sure to grease the pedal Zerk under the rubber floor mat....
tighten the rad hose clamps...

 

[rc51stierhoff]

I think the manual is pretty comprehensive…I’d also offer if you don’t normally clean/wash, that’s part of maintenance as well and the cleaner you keep it the easier to find a leak/loose fitting. I agree with i7 on the wheel torque…if something comes loose that’s on the owner, not the dealer or manufacturer, doesn’t mean the dealer did not do, but that is an ounce of prevention…that goes for trailer wheels, motorcycles or whatever IMO. If you have scratched any paint off, touch it up if you are worried about it. If you have any implements, don’t forget them which the greasing, torquing, etc.

 

[PaulR]

Subscribed, ty

 

[dan_m]

Excellent tips! thanks all. When I did 50 hour maintenance, I watched a few videos on youtube - ones I watched did call out the zerk under the floor rubber mat.

I only have 60" mowing deck and FEL at this point, but do keep maintenance up on them.
I have 2 sets of blade, when it's time to change, I keep one set sharpened and ready to swap then sharpen the dull ones. I also keep air filter on hand, as I mow a field with it and can be a lot of seeds and stuff clogging up air vent, radiator and filter.

Dan