Confused about Fluids

dlundblad

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Somewhat unrelated, I’ve always assumed Kubota filters are made by Denso. Baseplate design wise, they look similar.

For my Kubotas, engine oil filters I believe is either made in Thailand or China and the HST is made in Japan.
 

daudav

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I’ve used Mobil 1 filters and Mobil one oil for years. I’m very happy with Mobil 1. I too have the same question about the generic SAMs or Walmart transmission hydraulic oil. It is a lot cheaper. I used it before in older tractors and it was fine. Now with a new L6060 I’m just still wondering if it would be ok.
 

Bulldog

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I too have the same question about the generic SAMs or Walmart transmission hydraulic oil.
Now with a new L6060 I’m just still wondering if it would be ok.
Not that it won't work but it's more like do you want to save a couple buck and take the chance on a $15K transmission repair. I'd at least stick with SUDT2.

This goes right back to my bologna compared to New York strip. They both will make a turd but one is obviously a better choice.
 

North Idaho Wolfman

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I too have the same question about the generic SAMs or Walmart transmission hydraulic oil. It is a lot cheaper. I used it before in older tractors and it was fine. Now with a new L6060 I’m just still wondering if it would be ok.
NO, Generic fluid is very bad for newer tractors!
You can almost count on it destroying some parts.
Most all of the Cheap fluids are based on a standard that has long been obsolete.