Kubota B7100 HST front end movement, radiator damage

[dingodan123]

Hello all,

New to this forum but sure I'll be using it on a regular basis. Proud owner of a 1979 Kubota B7100HST D here in Australia. Got straight to work out here on 15 acres, slashing approx 7. Had a solid few days slashing and then I heard the crunch.

Radiator fan was right up against the radiator. When I drive forward or reverse front end of tractor moves and radiator moves with it. Unsure if engine mount issue or something else. Much more noticable when I go 4wd and front diff is active.

No FEL on this just a slasher on the back. Like I said, was fine for a few days slashing and all of a sudden radiator had the fan rubbing against it.

Short video, that's 2wd. 4wd flexes a lot.

Any insight or help would be much appreciated!

 

[North Idaho Wolfman]

The entire frame is not connected to the engine!
16 bolts worth of unattached!
Would suggest you attach it.

 

[dingodan123]

The entire frame is not connected to the engine!

Hey mate,

Sorry could you please elaborate? Have I lost some bolts?

 

[whitetiger]

Now, that's one I have not seen before!!!!!!!!!!
I am shocked it is not in two or three pieces.

 

[dingodan123]

The entire frame is not connected to the engine!
16 bolts worth of unattached!
Would suggest you attach it.

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Sorry! Missed the images you sent through. Whoa! I'm shocked as well.

 

[North Idaho Wolfman]

Sorry! Missed the images you sent through. Whoa! I'm shocked as well.

Look again I posted more pics.

 

[dingodan123]

Look again I posted more pics.

Thank you! Lifesaver.

Going bolt shopping. Might have caught it early, glad I drove her back in rather than persevering. I suspect engine has been out and not all bolts replaced and or vibrated out.

 

[DustyRusty]

I could see the frame moving at the beginning of the video. M10x1.25 X 25mm Grade 8A Bolts.

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