Fuel tank capacity limit

[Rosohatica]

It fades, becomes matte?

The paint on mine is

 

[6869704x4]

It fades, becomes matte?

Mine faded

 

[je1279]

Glad to hear it should withstand it. Here are some pics but they don`t transfer the state they are in very well because of reflection. Look at the number "0"

Try some rubbing alcohol on a microfiber towel and see if that gets the lettering back to looking normal.

 

[North Idaho Wolfman]

Glad to hear it should withstand it. Here are some pics but they don`t transfer the state they are in very well because of reflection. Look at the number "0"

Look at it real close, is there a film over the number that has bubbled?

 

[RCW]

Glad to hear it should withstand it. Here are some pics but they don`t transfer the state they are in very well because of reflection. Look at the number "0"

The lamination on my BX have peeled on a couple letters over the years.

If you store your tractor somewhere indoors and never use it, you’ll have less to worry about.

Won’t have to worry about bubbles on your lettering, spills of ethylene glycol on the engine or any other concerns.

I very much appreciate and respect your concern about the tractor’s condition, but I got a tractor for use.

I need my tractor for it’s role as a workhorse, not a show horse.

I rely more on the tractor for its usefulness to me versus the random fluid drip or spill.

Mine is not pristine but far from a train wreck. I stick to the important aspects of my tractor’s maintenance.

 

[WI_Hedgehog]

The lamination on my BX have peeled on a couple letters over the years.

If you store your tractor somewhere indoors and never use it, you’ll have less to worry about.

Won’t have to worry about bubbles on your lettering, spills of ethylene glycol on the engine or any other concerns.

I very much appreciate and respect your concern about the tractor’s condition, but I got a tractor for use.

I need my tractor for it’s role as a workhorse, not a show horse.

I rely more on the tractor for its usefulness to me versus the random fluid drip or spill.

Mine is not pristine but far from a train wreck. I stick to the important aspects of my tractor’s maintenance.

Some of us like nice looking things. (@nerwin)

I would like a scratch-free tractor too, but being in the woods I get "the farm girl with big hands."

 

[Russell King]

Ok, this question might seem trivial, but after overtopping coolant in cooler and cleaning the mess that happened, I wonder what trick are you guys using when pouring fuel into the tractor tank? I am always afraid of overtopping so I leave it half empty. Do you pour while tractor is working so you can watch the gauge on the control panel or you dip in the stick into the tank or something else? I was thinking about getting one of those small inspection cameras, but even with that its iterative process.

I realize that you have already solved the problem but wanted to chime in on the solution that I use.

First I have a small tractor that only holds 22 liters (5.8 US gallons) of fuel. But the fuel tank inlet has a filter screen in it that limits how fast fuel flows into it. And I didn’t want to hold a 5 gallon fuel tank up for as long as it took to empty it, nor did I want to get too low on fuel before refueling.

I bought a 2 gallon Justrite Accurite safety can (See below). I can limit the fuel flow rate to match the intake rate of the tractor tank and try to fill the tractor after each use.

 

[nerwin]

Apparently I'm the clean tractor guy here on the forums. Even when my tractor is dirty, it's clean.

 

[D2Cat]

I remember a guy telling me don't ever take advise from a guy with no dirt on his boots, no grease on his shirt and a shiny machine!

 

[North Idaho Wolfman]

I remember a guy telling me do ever take advise from a guy with no dirt on his boots, no grease on his shirt and a shiny machine!

I guess this is why everyone asks me for advice.
I almost always have a dirty tractor, dirty hands, dirty shoes and if you ask the wife a dirty mind!

 

[Rosohatica]

Thanks for your perspective! I understand where you're coming from—tractors are workhorses, not show horses, and of course their usefulness comes first. That said, I can't help but feel a little protective of my 'almost new' tractor right now. It’s my first one in this condition, and I just want to keep it looking (and of course running) as good as possible for as long as I can.

I’m sure the day will come (and its probably not very far) when it’ll earn its fair share of battle scars, and I’ll care a lot less about the little things, but for now, I’m just enjoying it’s still shiny. Hope you don’t hold it against me for trying to keep that new-tractor vibe alive a bit longer !

Still longterm, I’ll hold on to the premise—why have a mess if you can avoid it, right? I’m sure you’ve got these things sorted out already; you’re not spilling coolant or fuel all over the place. Me, on the other hand, I’m still figuring these things out as I go.

The lamination on my BX have peeled on a couple letters over the years.

If you store your tractor somewhere indoors and never use it, you’ll have less to worry about.

Won’t have to worry about bubbles on your lettering, spills of ethylene glycol on the engine or any other concerns.

I very much appreciate and respect your concern about the tractor’s condition, but I got a tractor for use.

I need my tractor for it’s role as a workhorse, not a show horse.

I rely more on the tractor for its usefulness to me versus the random fluid drip or spill.

Mine is not pristine but far from a train wreck. I stick to the important aspects of my tractor’s maintenance.

 

[Rosohatica]

Ha, ha - there is a point there. Well, in my defense I can say of all the things I own - my tractor is the most pristine piece. You should see my car.

I guess this is why everyone asks me for advice.
I almost always have a dirty tractor, dirty hands, dirty shoes and if you ask the wife a dirty mind!

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[Rosohatica]

I am at at the place where I have my tractor anymore, but will check in several days when I get there again. I guess you are saying you think there is the layer of film/ foil in which the letters are wrapped.

Look at it real close, is there a film over the number that has bubbled?

 

[Rosohatica]

Thanks. Bunch of people have solved the problem from what I can see. Good to know about all the options.

I realize that you have already solved the problem but wanted to chime in on the solution that I use.

First I have a small tractor that only holds 22 liters (5.8 US gallons) of fuel. But the fuel tank inlet has a filter screen in it that limits how fast fuel flows into it. And I didn’t want to hold a 5 gallon fuel tank up for as long as it took to empty it, nor did I want to get too low on fuel before refueling.

I bought a 2 gallon Justrite Accurite safety can (See below). I can limit the fuel flow rate to match the intake rate of the tractor tank and try to fill the tractor after each use.

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[Rosohatica]

Its not a stain if that is what you are aiming for?

Try some rubbing alcohol on a microfiber towel and see if that gets the lettering back to looking normal.

 

[North Idaho Wolfman]

I am at at the place where I have my tractor anymore, but will check in several days when I get there again. I guess you are saying you think there is the layer of film/ foil in which the letters are wrapped.

There might be a film over it, it really looks that way to me, but I am a long way away!

Oh and we weren't picking on or making fun of you for the clean tractor, we were picking on @nerwin.
But hey you can wear it as a badge of honor too!
Having a clean tractor that you care for is not a bad thing!

Inside information:
If I has a new nice looking tractor, I would be doing the same thing as you and Nerwin!

 

[je1279]

I was guilty of wanting to keep my tractor perfect when new also. After the first couple of scratches, the rest doesn't bother you as much and mine is definitely not kept as clean as it once was. I am still OCD about the appearance of my truck though...

 

[nerwin]

When I had my side by side...for a while I kept that thing spotless. After a coup years I stopped caring as much haha. Still have it a yearly wash and clean the interior of it. I'm sure the same thing will happen with the tractor.

I know Kubota changed the type of paint they use on the newer machines so it shouldn't fade too much but that's why I still put paint protection stuff on it in terms of wax and sealant just to prolong it. I'm telling you though just making the painted surfaces more slick. Dirt and dust doesn't cling to it as easy, especially snow! Just rolls off.

When I'm not using the tractor, it hangs out in the garage with the classic car lol.

 

[North Idaho Wolfman]

When I'm not using the tractor, it hangs out in the garage with the classic car lol.

Yea, nice S & H car you have there.

 

[RCW]

Thanks for your perspective! I understand where you're coming from—tractors are workhorses, not show horses, and of course their usefulness comes first. That said, I can't help but feel a little protective of my 'almost new' tractor right now. It’s my first one in this condition, and I just want to keep it looking (and of course running) as good as possible for as long as I can.

I’m sure the day will come (and its probably not very far) when it’ll earn its fair share of battle scars, and I’ll care a lot less about the little things, but for now, I’m just enjoying it’s still shiny. Hope you don’t hold it against me for trying to keep that new-tractor vibe alive a bit longer !

Still longterm, I’ll hold on to the premise—why have a mess if you can avoid it, right? I’m sure you’ve got these things sorted out already; you’re not spilling coolant or fuel all over the place. Me, on the other hand, I’m still figuring these things out as I go.

Trust me, as I said I certainly respect one's desire to keep a new tractor in "new" condition.

My post came across more critical than intended.

My little BX is now 11+ years old with over 500 hours. Last couple/few years I haven't put many hours on it due lack of rain (mowing) and snow to run the snowblower. Mowing and snow removal are its primary tasks, but I do quite a bit of dirt work in my yard and stone work on my driveway when needed. Probably have done 150 tons of stone in the driveway alone.

I've done work with the tractor that has saved me 1,000's of dollars I would have otherwise paid a contractor.

Like you said, we both bought them for work.

But for a couple scratches on the tractor and implements, I try to keep it in good running and looking condition.....I paid too much for it and the implements to do otherwise!