Recent content by Jim L.

Appropriate sized flare nut wrench(es) for hydraulic fittings.

Sorry that you're having this problem. I don't think that posting how to override safety devices in an open forum is wise. Some of these switches have both +12VDC and ground separate circuits. Mixing those with an ECU could be pretty dicey. Look at the price on an ECU -and- the cost to install...

A lot depends on what is being mowed or worked. I use the radiator genie and it helps. I'm going to claim the prize for most clogging. Brand of radiator doesn't matter. What I resorted to was buying another radiator. I swap back and forth between them to prevent overheating. Mine have to be...

In particular, I believe that you are looking for a thin head wrench. Number of manufacturers and can be found at Amazon and some Home Depots. Very few tools, if any, that should ever be needed from Kubota.

Spreadsheet on computer so that I can find it. Close to operator's manual table, but with actual hours and dates for cleaning, replacement, etc. A different notes document for memory aid.

Sounds like you are determined to match the original connector. Measure the dimensions of the shell, pin to pin spacing, sizes and types of pins. Then look at the connectors at eastern beaver on the internet. That connector is Japanese, used on motorcycles or sport vehicles. Modern connectors...

Pictures of the connector would help to narrow it down.

1. Keep the same chemistry as the original (I assume lead-acid). That is what the charging circuit is designed to handle - other chemistries may charge differently. 2. Put the new battery on a full charge before using. 3. Same size battery. As good or more cold-cranking amps. Don't be...

First, please identify whether your tractor is an HST or manual. You will need a Workshop Manual for L3200, L3800. Check above listings at top of this forum for free downloads. The wiring diagram does not show a glow plug relay, but the parts diagram does. Go to KubotaUSA parts, select the L...

Get your post count up and show pictures of the mating connector from several angles. There are replacement connectors out there, but narrow it down to get advice.

It's all relative. What would a new 38 hp tractor cost? How much would you use it? Can you do the work yourself or would you send it to a mechanic? What's a ton of money? Used to get hamburgers for $0.18 and now restaurants charge $25 (not fast food, anyway). Work on my own L3800HST, not hard...

Using gas for heat is essentially what is shown in the video. Note that besides the hand hammers, the ring is moved under a drop hammer. Since the tractor welds seem to be breaking at the weld line maybe try using a ball peen hammer when still hot. It would compress the material for strength...

Observation on welds. I understand that this is about experimentation, but consider this. Nails are purposely made ductile. They are also coated with zinc for outdoor use. Ductile means that strength is sacrificed. Zinc will make for poor welds, as it interferes with the bonding. Rebar comes...

Is this L3800 an HST? Because the wiring is different than the non-HST, and both are covered in the WorkShop Manual. To find the short, unless there is an obvious burn mark, could mean sectionalizing the harness(es) to fault isolate.

Thinking that while waiting for seals to arrive it would be good to read up about seal and o-ring tricks - such as using hot water to make some seals more flexible - and how to not cut seals while installing.