Attachments for B3350SU w/ Skidsteer QD loader

[lambo2936]

Hey folks. As stated in my other thread, i recently purchased a B3350SU.
I'm going to be picking up a few attachments over the next few months and into spring, as i start seeing what might come in handy and such.
I will certainly need a Tiller. Tractor Supply has their brand and it seems to be reasonably priced; would i be better off going with a used 'name brand' unit (IE Kubota), or a new County Line Tiller?
What size tiller should i go with? I'm thinking i'll just stick with 5' to avoid losing maneuverability but would the machine handle something wider, say 6'?

I'll also be using the machine for snow removal at home. Is the bucket a reasonable tool to use (Minus tooth bar, i'll pull it off), or should i pick up a Plow/Push blade?? Any suggestions on one that'd work with the skidsteer QD and isn't going to break the bank for the 4 or 5 times a year i might need it?

Also, i asked this in the other thread but figured id post it here too;
The machine didnt include the 3 point components. What do i need to purchase to make it complete? I have a hoe on the machine right now but if i want to use the tiller ill obviously need the arms and such for the 3 point. Just not sure what to buy. I saw that tractor supply carried that stuff, and i know theres an 'aftermarket' offering on eBay for $150. Would that get the job done effectively, and safely? Or should i find a used OEM set??

Thanks!!

 

[rjcorazza]

A 5’ tiller would be a good fit for a B3350, 6’ likely ok also depending on soil type and ground speed. I ran a 5’ King Kutter on my previous L3410 and it worked fine in relatively hard ground. As far as brand, the name brands are going to be more expensive. The King Kutter (TSC) has served me well. The other TSC offerings seem up to par imho also, at much less $$.

For snow a bucket works, but can be time consuming. The up side is that a bucket will clear practically anything nature throws at you.
My preference is a ssqa blade up front and a rear blade. For larger snows I switch out the rear blade for a 6’ blower.

OEM 3 point parts are going to be expensive, but I personally would want a Kubota 3 point.
Lastly, if you haven’t done so already... you may want to read up on the B3350 dpf emissions issues. This may or may not affect your machine, hopefully not.


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[Jchonline]

First , congrats on the purchase!

Hey folks. As stated in my other thread, i recently purchased a B3350SU.
I'm going to be picking up a few attachments over the next few months and into spring, as i start seeing what might come in handy and such.
I will certainly need a Tiller. Tractor Supply has their brand and it seems to be reasonably priced; would i be better off going with a used 'name brand' unit (IE Kubota), or a new County Line Tiller?
What size tiller should i go with? I'm thinking i'll just stick with 5' to avoid losing maneuverability but would the machine handle something wider, say 6'?

I would not buy farm implements at TSC, just my opinion. Other things, yes but something spinning and smacking rocks at high rpms or connected to my very expensive tractor PTO? No thanks. That said maybe others have positive experiences. I am sorry but I dont till so I am no help there.

I'll also be using the machine for snow removal at home. Is the bucket a reasonable tool to use (Minus tooth bar, i'll pull it off), or should i pick up a Plow/Push blade?? Any suggestions on one that'd work with the skidsteer QD and isn't going to break the bank for the 4 or 5 times a year i might need it?

You are in NJ so I assume you get a decent bit of snow. The bucket fills up pretty fast. They down divert the snow, only push it forward. It is easy to scrape up your roadway if you aren't careful. You can get skid plates to reduce this (google edge tamer) but I think that is a waste. Here are the options I would consider:

1. Front blade if you have 3rd function for the angle. If you dont have 3rd function, then get it. Sorry to spend your $$ Front blade allows you to push the snow off to the side and pile it up with ease. Often they already have the skid plates so you won't mar up your roadway.

2. Snow blower - this is the expensive route. If you want the ultimate snow machine....rear snow blower and front blade. However you are missing the cab so I doubt you want to go that far. You go snow blower if you have the money and just want one, or if you don't have the space to pile the snow up.

3. Rear blade - this is actually a nice complement to the front FEL bucket, and what I am starting with. It does a nice job of diverting the snow to the side like the front blade, but after the tractor has run over it. Sometimes snow gets stuck between the tractor and the blade if there is enough. My idea is to keep the FEL bucket a few inches off the ground, and let the rear blade scrape the last few inches off. We will see how this goes. If this doesn't work I will go with a Front blade. I have lots of room to push snow.

Also, i asked this in the other thread but figured id post it here too;
The machine didnt include the 3 point components. What do i need to purchase to make it complete? I have a hoe on the machine right now but if i want to use the tiller ill obviously need the arms and such for the 3 point. Just not sure what to buy. I saw that tractor supply carried that stuff, and i know theres an 'aftermarket' offering on eBay for $150. Would that get the job done effectively, and safely? Or should i find a used OEM set??

Thanks!!

My advice is to again get Kubota parts if you can afford them. That said, category 1 3point hitch is what you need. Nice adjustable top link, 2 lower link arms, preferably telescoping links and with screw type cylinders on the sway bars that wont easily rust up. Better yet, a nice hydraulic top and tilt kit makes it even better if you plan on a rear blade or box blade at some point.

Another easy option is a cheaper 3 pt link set and a quick hitch. That kind of negates the annoyances of a manually adjusting 3 point hitch. Keep in mind here you will have to take the BH off, add the 3 pt, then add the quick hitch each time you want to use a 3 point implement.

 

[sheepfarmer]

If you are considering implements, there is a table in the front of your owner's manual that lists the recommended sizes and weights for the different kinds of implement that can be used on your model.

 

[chim]

The areas that you will be doing snow removal on will dictate what methods work better. I take care of a few driveways (short and long) and the parking lots at our church. I use a combination of FEL, blower and rear blades. A rear blade is a very useful attachment. For that little blast we had last week, I just did the driveways lickety split with a rear blade and the snow on the parking lots went away on its own before Sunday

Do yourself a favor and add a bolt-on edge for your bucket. I've used metal, but some will recommend other material. The goal is to prevent wearing the factory edge away. I use an angle grinder to break the edges at the ends of the bolt-on edge. That helps alleviate some of the scratching on blacktop.

 

[SDT]

Hey folks. As stated in my other thread, i recently purchased a B3350SU.
I'm going to be picking up a few attachments over the next few months and into spring, as i start seeing what might come in handy and such.
I will certainly need a Tiller. Tractor Supply has their brand and it seems to be reasonably priced; would i be better off going with a used 'name brand' unit (IE Kubota), or a new County Line Tiller?
What size tiller should i go with? I'm thinking i'll just stick with 5' to avoid losing maneuverability but would the machine handle something wider, say 6'?

I'll also be using the machine for snow removal at home. Is the bucket a reasonable tool to use (Minus tooth bar, i'll pull it off), or should i pick up a Plow/Push blade?? Any suggestions on one that'd work with the skidsteer QD and isn't going to break the bank for the 4 or 5 times a year i might need it?

Also, i asked this in the other thread but figured id post it here too;
The machine didnt include the 3 point components. What do i need to purchase to make it complete? I have a hoe on the machine right now but if i want to use the tiller ill obviously need the arms and such for the 3 point. Just not sure what to buy. I saw that tractor supply carried that stuff, and i know theres an 'aftermarket' offering on eBay for $150. Would that get the job done effectively, and safely? Or should i find a used OEM set??

Thanks!!

I bought a B3350 this past summer. I bought a FEL a FEL with third function with mine. I also bought the QA mounted hydraulically angled snow/loose materials front blade for snow removal. I bought for multiple reasons including the ability of buying a bolt on hard rubber cutting edge to protect my asphalt pavement.

FEL buckets are not convenient for plowing snow but are useful for moving snow. Moreover, it is easy to damage pavement (especially asphalt) when moving snow with a bucket.

You may want to consider the plow if you have considerable snow to plow, but be advised that the Kubota third function valve is expensive and needed for the hydraulic angled option. A less expensive manually angled unit is available.

I'm shocked that your SU did not come with the three point lift parts. Though not closely familiar with what how Kubota ships the SU models, I would expect that it was shipped with complete three point assembly, which was removed by your dealer when the BH was installed. If so, you bought and paid for these parts and your dealer should give them to you. Was your SU shipped from Kubota with the BH installed or was the BH dealer installed?

SDT

 

[lambo2936]

I bought a B3350 this past summer. I bought a FEL a FEL with third function with mine. I also bought the QA mounted hydraulically angled snow/loose materials front blade for snow removal. I bought for multiple reasons including the ability of buying a bolt on hard rubber cutting edge to protect my asphalt pavement.

FEL buckets are not convenient for plowing snow but are useful for moving snow. Moreover, it is easy to damage pavement (especially asphalt) when moving snow with a bucket.

You may want to consider the plow if you have considerable snow to plow, but be advised that the Kubota third function valve is expensive and needed for the hydraulic angled option. A less expensive manually angled unit is available.

I'm shocked that your SU did not come with the three point lift parts. Though not closely familiar with what how Kubota ships the SU models, I would expect that it was shipped with complete three point assembly, which was removed by your dealer when the BH was installed. If so, you bought and paid for these parts and your dealer should give them to you. Was your SU shipped from Kubota with the BH installed or was the BH dealer installed?

SDT

I have a wr long 3rd valve kit on the machine already
Bought it used from a 2nd hand dealer not a kubota dealer. I bet it was there and he kept them and didnt even offer them to me. I asked and he said nope dont got em... but he got it in as a package deal with a 3 point tiller,etc. He just refused to include a set.

 

[200mph]

Major 3-pt components from Kubota

Lift Arms:
10 ASSY ROD,LIFT RH 6C070-65200 $110.83
20 ROD(RH LIFT UPPER) 6C040-65230 $62.64
30 ROD,LIFT LOWER RH 6C070-65240 $70.62
40 ROD(LIFT MIDDLE) 6C070-65250 $62.21

The RH assembly adjusts in length, so 3 parts are needed to make one right hand lift arm.

Lower Link
50 COMP.LINK,LOWER 6C392-65213 $250.08 Need 2 so total is $500.16

Top Link:
30 LINK,TOP,ASSY 6C200-65400 $55.69

Major Check Chain Components:
40.1 BOLT,TURNBUCKLE 6C040-65324 $31.33
50 JOINT,CHAIN 67830-71510 $34.47 (2)
60 BRACKET,CHECK CHAIN 32721-65292 $47.35 (2)
70 TURNBUCKLE 6C040-65390 $28.86 (2)
80 PIN SNAP 05515-51200 $1.72 (2)
90 PIN PIN 99571-22820 $14.41 (2)
100 PIN,SNAP 6C040-42390 $3.11 (2)

Plus a number or misc fasteners, pins, etc...

Total for above: $1,153.32, so you're likely looking at approximately $1,300 with all the other necessary items

(Prices taken from Messick's website)