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    PTO grinding L3800

    Does anyone know if this is legit? I paid for the manual download........yet it will not download to my computer. Awaiting a reply to the problem with an email sent to a gmail address!!!???
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    Rear End : Sight Glass Part Number ? - See pics.

    https://messicks.com/part/31301-14230/gauge-oil-sight
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    L245dt electrical plugs brittle

    Recently I was in need and searching for an OEM plug for my L3800.......after many hours of searching, found it to be manufactured by YAZAKI. Not sure if they were the supplier to your model of tractor or not, however here is a link to their catalog...
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    Telescoping lift arms

    It appears the L4701 and L47 uses slightly different link pins and bolts (at least they show to have different part numbers) that attach the lift arms to the rear of the tractor. I was unable to cross reference the connecting hardware for you L4701, to that of a Grand L type set up. FWIW, my...
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    Kubota or aftermarket

    For telescopic sway kit...........check out stabilworks.rocks built by Mark Hodge, just an awesome guy!!
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    How to avoid overfilling the tank with diesel - Suggestions needed

    I use a 5 gallon VP Racing jug, with a 3/4" flex hose on the end of it. Under normal conditions when adding fuel, I have a general idea as to how much to add with out running it over (most of the time). However when trying to top it off for winter storage that's when I tend to run it over and...
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    Battery

    It's not tapered........the top cap that fits over the case (plus provision for a handle) is larger than the bottom of the case. Some top caps may be flush, however in my search most of them were larger. FWIW, the measurements given by manufacturer or retailer reflects the battery at it max...
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    Battery

    Just went through this online search for a battery.....measured the base of the battery tray (the most critical of all measurements in my situation), and then began the online search. FWIW, the online measurements (width and length) are of the top portion of the battery, which is 1/2 to 3/4"...
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    Kubota L235DT Nut Size

    I have that nut (same part number) on my L3800....definitely left hand threads, but have never able to determine the exact size. I was hoping to convert it to some type of ratcheting set up.......but has not happened so far!!
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    Do you make mats for the L3800 HST? I was a little confused (not hard to do) about the various...

    Do you make mats for the L3800 HST? I was a little confused (not hard to do) about the various kubota part numbers, etc. Thanks, Wendol
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    Reckon Just Gonna Have To Trade Tractors

    Here's the path I followed when doing the same type conversion on my L3800 (adjustable sway/stabilizer and lift arms with telescoping ends) using L3130 parts. The adjustable sway/stablizers were purchased from stabilworks.rocks (Mark Hodge......a super guy and a great product) First check the...
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    Pros and Cons for adding a PTO Extender Adapter to make PTO shaft attachment easier

    Connecting to my brush hog was the most difficult of all my chores......here was my solution: 1. Clean and lube the telescoping parts of the metal PTO shaft 2. Change out the yoke that attaches to a "slide pin" style https://www.agrisupply.com/series-4-yoke-1-3-8-6-spline/p/102703/ 3. Change...
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    Securing Pitman Arm to Steering Box - This doesn't look right

    Ken, Thanks a million..........that's great news!!!!
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    Securing Pitman Arm to Steering Box - This doesn't look right

    As I was greasing the tractor this morning, couldn't help but notice the bolt that holds the pitman arm to the steering box, appears to have backed off. What is the process of tightening this back the original specs.......and what are the specs?? Thanks for any/all help.
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    The low down on oil and slopes?

    I've been dealing with this issue in mowing a tank dam with my Scag zero turn. Scag says do not exceed 15 degrees (for their liability, I assume) ........yet the Kawasaki engine manual states 25 degrees for that particular engine. When in doubt check with the engine manual!!
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    Switching grease and pondering compatibility issues

    FWIW, In Jan of this year I was on the same search for "1 Grease for All Applications".......contacted Schaeffer Co with my needs that included FEL, General Lube, and Zero Turn Blade Spindles......their recommendation was Schaeffer's 219 NLGI #2 SynForce Green Grease. However after much...
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    Kubota ZD1011 - Need your experiences, thoughts, and reviews on this mower

    Thanks for the detailed response........it's greatly appreciated!!
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    Kubota ZD1011 - Need your experiences, thoughts, and reviews on this mower

    It's time to retire my old Scag Tiger Cub.......and have considered Hustler, Ferris, Snapper, Badboy (all gas), however now thinking it may be money well spent to step up to the ZD1011. Questions I have: Do they have overheating issues? How durable is it? Easy to maintain? What is your overall...
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    PTO Quick Connect

    Being in my senior years, and struggling to hook up the PTO shaft.......I changed the yoke on my brush hog and finish mower to this style......much easier than the other styles in my opinion. https://www.agrisupply.com/yoke/p/31373/ Another thing that helps is back your tractor up and align...
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    Extended length dipstick for RTV-X900

    See page 31 from Kubota's Accessory Catalogue: "Check oil regularly and precisely without having to raise the dump bed". https://www.kubotausa.com/docs/default-source/brochure-sheets/rtv-accessories-catalog.pdf?sfvrsn=ea926c40_22