Non-Dealer Source For 2502 Oil/Trans/Hyd Filters?

[PhilHtx]

Where do you all typically source these? I stopped by my local dealer to pick up a brush hog wheel yoke and decided to get fluid filters for my 2502 since it's due for the 50 hour service. I definitely paid for the convenience and will be getting these elsewhere next time due to the markup involved. For instance, the HH3A0-82623 hydraulic filter cost $59.96 (plus 9.75% sales tax) and a quick search found them online for $27.

 

[kcs 61]

I get all my filters and SUDT from my dealer. I found out it’s cheaper for me than at Amazon

 

[tshep]

There is an 'industrial'/generator side to the business.
Same parts (if used, typically engine) cheaper prices.
2nd page of searches!

 

[JasonW]

Buy them on line. My local dealer is very similar in price on maintenance items. But I usually pay the convenience and have them shipped to my house as my local dealer is an hour one way from me.
I did buy bulk Super UDT2 at my dealer because shipping was higher, and I bought 25 gallons.

 

[Elliott in GA]

Messick's and Coleman show ~$52 for that filter. Your dealer's price is good (no shipping) for the OEM filter, and you know it truly is an OEM filter versus a copy of unknown quality.

That on-line price from E-Bay or wherever might be a good deal (if it is not a knock-off) or it might do some real damage to your machine. I would not take the risk for ~$30 in savings; plus you want to support your dealer (you might need them some day).

As always, it's your machine and your choice.

 

[jimh406]

Not a great idea. You don't have to change them that often. A failed filter will get very expensive in a hurry.

 

[rancher1524]

Why did you buy a Kubota tractor, only to look for cheap aftermarket filters and oil Maybe you should have purchased a cheap Kioti or Mahindra tractor. I have seen the same thing happen with people who buy luxury automobiles. They want the status of a quality automobile but do not want pay the price for quality OEM parts and oil. Their is a reason manufactures specify certain types of parts or fluids. It funny how people can pay 30, 40 50,000.00 dollars for a tractor and complain about the price of OEM filters and oil. The only thing I can say is Penny Wise And Dollar Foolish.