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    L225 - Can I Replace Main/Key Switch With Toggle Switches?

    Thanks for the reply! I know it sounds like a make-work project, but given that the keyed switch from Kubota for this model is tough to find, involves a wait for delivery, and is expensive - (would run about $175 to ship from Messicks to Canada) I'm hoping I can replace the OEM key switch with...
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    L225 - Can I Replace Main/Key Switch With Toggle Switches?

    Thanks for the reply Jim! I should have mentioned that my L225 is a 1975 model - very bare-bones, and definately no computer! The glow plug controller is on the starter switch (a black, spring-loaded knob on the right side of the dash). The main/keyed switch, (the one I'd like to replace...
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    L225 - Can I Replace Main/Key Switch With Toggle Switches?

    Likely not? It's never been an issue operation-wise - all the gauges were DOA when I bought it, and I keep it on a trickle charger (owned tractor for about 3 years, use about 8-15 hrs/week April-November to mow using either a bush hog or finish mower). We very rarely use the headlights.
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    L225 - Can I Replace Main/Key Switch With Toggle Switches?

    Thanks for the heads-up! I don't know the actual laws around this issue, but on the advice of our insurance broker, we do take a number of measures to reduce liability related to tresspassers. All entrances to our farm (approx. 200 acres) are gated and kept locked; No Tresspass/Private...
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    L225 - Can I Replace Main/Key Switch With Toggle Switches?

    I'm looking for some help with my L225 key/ignition switch - novice here but eager to learn! It's Kubota Part # 31220-31800 - have already replaced it once, and part has been discontinued by Kubota. Messicks has a few in-stock, but I'm in Canada, so I'd like to look at other options. Cosmetics...