BL4690B backhoe

JenJen · May 29, 2024

Hello! I have a L3400D with a BL4690B backhoe. Having the backhoe installed limits the use of my tractor. I would get much more use out of a brushhog and blade. However installing and removing the backhoe is a bear (if I remember right--that's why it hasn't been removed in 10 years or more!). Now that I am the sole owner of this tractor, I'm searching for an easier way to install and remove the backhoe. I probably use the backhoe once a year, if that. Is there an adaptor or some contraption that makes the removal and installation easy enough for one person to handle? I was looking for an 8N or other such tractor to use the other implements with, but I'd gladly spend a few hundred dollars to get more use out of the L3400, Lots better than having another motor to maintain. Thanks for your help! (I checked YouTube and there aren't any videos that show this model of backhoe)

Henro · May 30, 2024

I believe backhoe I have for my B-29 10 is a BL 4690 A.

Is yours a three-point hitch backhoe?

Granted, installation and removal is a bit of a pain, but you get better at it if you do it a few times a year. Can’t think of any tricks to make it easier…

You might want to be sure to remove it on a flat surface that is large enough for the tractor to also be sitting on the flat surface.

JenJen · May 31, 2024

Henro said:
I believe backhoe I have for my B-29 10 is a BL 4690 A.

Is yours a three-point hitch backhoe?

Granted, installation and removal is a bit of a pain, but you get better at it if you do it a few times a year. Can’t think of any tricks to make it easier…

You might want to be sure to remove it on a flat surface that is large enough for the tractor to also be sitting on the flat surface.

Thanks for the tips. I'm not entirely sure if the backhoe is a three point hitch or the other (the name escapes me at the moment). I agree that doing something more frequently makes one more comfortable, but as a middle aged woman with few resources for help, I don't have anyone to bail me out if I screw up. I was hoping to find a video at least that shows best practices. I have the manual and it gives you the steps, but nothing like seeing it in action. If you ever run across a helpful video, I would appreciate it if you could send it my way! Thanks again!

Jay swyg · Sunday at 4:45 PM

JenJen said:
Thanks for the tips. I'm not entirely sure if the backhoe is a three point hitch or the other (the name escapes me at the moment). I agree that doing something more frequently makes one more comfortable, but as a middle aged woman with few resources for help, I don't have anyone to bail me out if I screw up. I was hoping to find a video at least that shows best practices. I have the manual and it gives you the steps, but nothing like seeing it in action. If you ever run across a helpful video, I would appreciate it if you could send it my way! Thanks again!

Would you be interested in selling just the backhoe?

TheOldHokie · Monday at 6:53 AM

JenJen said:
Hello! I have a L3400D with a BL4690B backhoe. Having the backhoe installed limits the use of my tractor. I would get much more use out of a brushhog and blade. However installing and removing the backhoe is a bear (if I remember right--that's why it hasn't been removed in 10 years or more!). Now that I am the sole owner of this tractor, I'm searching for an easier way to install and remove the backhoe. I probably use the backhoe once a year, if that. Is there an adaptor or some contraption that makes the removal and installation easy enough for one person to handle? I was looking for an 8N or other such tractor to use the other implements with, but I'd gladly spend a few hundred dollars to get more use out of the L3400, Lots better than having another motor to maintain. Thanks for your help! (I checked YouTube and there aren't any videos that show this model of backhoe)

All of the parts diagrams shows a 3pt mounted hoe with PTO pump.. Post a picture of your backhoe.

A 3pt hoe should not be terribly hard to mount/dismount. I think you will be far happier learning to do that than using an 8N for the other chores. I say that as a long time 8N owner.

Dan

JenJen · Monday at 7:25 AM

Jay swyg said:
Would you be interested in selling just the backhoe?

I might...I need to do some research on backhoes. If you aren't in a hurry I'll put that on my list of things to do. Thanks!

JenJen · Monday at 7:26 AM

TheOldHokie said:
All of the parts diagrams shows a 3pt mounted hoe with PTO pump.. Post a picture of your backhoe.

A 3pt hoe should not be terribly hard to mount/dismount. I think you will be far happier learning to do that than using an 8N for the other chores. I say that as a long time 8N owner.

Dan

This doesn't appear to be the 3 point backhoe. I agree that would be easier to take off and on.

TheOldHokie · Monday at 7:33 AM

JenJen said:
This doesn't appear to be the 3 point backhoe. I agree that would be easier to take off and on.

It's easy to tell. Post a picture if you are in doubt.

Dan

Henro · Monday at 10:11 AM

TheOldHokie said:
It's easy to tell. Post a picture if you are in doubt.

Dan

I got curious and did a quick search of images on line, and the images I saw for the BH4690B are almost identical to my BL4690A backhoe...

So my bet it is a 3PH backhoe….

JenJen · 2024-09-17T16:55:17-0700

JenJen said:
This doesn't appear to be the 3 point backhoe. I agree that would be easier to take off and on.

JenJen · 2024-09-17T16:56:47-0700

Henro said:
I got curious and did a quick search of images on line, and the images I saw for the BH4690B are almost identical to my BL4690A backhoe...

So my bet it is a 3PH backhoe….

I added pics

JenJen · 2024-09-17T16:57:17-0700

Henro said:
I got curious and did a quick search of images on line, and the images I saw for the BH4690B are almost identical to my BL4690A backhoe...

So my bet it is a 3PH backhoe….

I added pics

JenJen · 2024-09-17T16:57:48-0700

TheOldHokie said:
It's easy to tell. Post a picture if you are in doubt.

Dan

I posted pics

TheOldHokie · 2024-09-17T16:58:05-0700

That is a 3pt backhoe.

Dan

JenJen · 2024-09-17T17:09:10-0700

TheOldHokie said:
That is a 3pt backhoe.

Dan

Well sure, it goes on the three point hitch, but I believe there is a different model that is much easier to hookup. Here is a video to a BH77 that looks waaaaay easier than mine.

N3BP · 2024-09-17T19:13:47-0700

Your backhoe might be too old for one of the new style mounts, but you can try calling the dealer to find out. I will say that it looks like you're missing the recommended top-link reinforcement bracket....

TheOldHokie · 2024-09-18T01:46:37-0700

JenJen said:
Well sure, it goes on the three point hitch, but I believe there is a different model that is much easier to hookup. Here is a video to a BH77 that looks waaaaay easier than mine.

A BH77 is a sub frame attached design and will not fit your tractor. They are purpose built for use on specific makes and models and apparently Kubota never built anything equivalent for your tractor. You also have to remove the 3pt hitch lift arms and linkage to use them.

Your hoe is a universal fit implement designed to mount directly on a standard 3pt hitch. Not as rigid but waaaaay more versatile. And the 3pt lift arms and linkage do not have to be removed and reinstalled when switching between backhoe and other implements.

Dan

JenJen · 2024-09-18T04:23:23-0700

N3BP said:
Your backhoe might be too old for one of the new style mounts, but you can try calling the dealer to find out. I will say that it looks like you're missing the recommended top-link reinforcement bracket....

Thank you, I think I will. Maybe even talk trade in?

JenJen · 2024-09-18T04:26:17-0700

TheOldHokie said:
A BH77 is a sub frame attached design and will not fit your tractor. They are purpose built for use on specific makes and models and apparently Kubota never built anything equivalent for your tractor. You also have to remove the 3pt hitch lift arms and linkage to use them.

Your hoe is a universal fit implement designed to mount directly on a standard 3pt hitch. Not as rigid but waaaaay more versatile. And the 3pt lift arms and linkage do not have to be removed and reinstalled when switching between backhoe and other implements.

Dan

Dan, thanks for that info. I'd love to see a video on how to remove/install this so I can use the tractor for pulling a brush hog. I use the loader a lot but use the back hoe maybe once a year. But it sure is nice to have when you need it.

TheOldHokie · 2024-09-18T04:52:31-0700

JenJen said:
Dan, thanks for that info. I'd love to see a video on how to remove/install this so I can use the tractor for pulling a brush hog. I use the loader a lot but use the back hoe maybe once a year. But it sure is nice to have when you need it.

I think YouTube is calling @Henro

Dan

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