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    Compatibility of Kubota fluids

    I have both a tractor - L3901 HST with loader and backhoe and a track loader SVL65-2. The tractor uses SUDT for its hydraulics, while the CTL uses 46HD. I have one implement that I would like to share between both (grapple) but I am concerned about the intermixing of the fluids. I asked the...
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    How on monitor RPM on SVL65?

    Just purchased an SVL65-2, and was using it this past weekend. The owner's manual states not to use full load / rpm for the first 50 hours. How do you monitor the RPM on these machines? Searched the operator's manual, and did not see how this is accomplished.
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    L3901 dies suddenly

    My L3901 HST has started dying suddenly on me. Occasionally I get the engine rpms surging, but most of the time it is like I turned it off with the key. When this happens, I hear no clicking from the fuel pump. When it is running properly, and I shut it off via the key, I hear the fuel pump...
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    Problem with hydraulics on L3901 w/ BH77

    After driving my L3901 through the back part of my property yesterday, I started having problems with the hydraulics. The bucket curls fine, but the bucket raise only works if I pull the handle pack part way. It only lowers if I go past the normal lower position to float, and then it lowers...
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    Have to remove 3PH to use BH77 on L3901?

    I have been removing the 3PH in order to attach the BH. Is this necessary, or is there a position where they can remain attached and not be in the way of the BH?
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    Just finished 50 hr maintenance on L3901HST

    Took about 45 minutes for my son and I to do air, oil, fuel HST and hydraulic filters, empty the moisture separator, and 6 quarts of 15w40 Amsoil, and grease all of the zerks. Other than crushing the heck out of the hydraulic filter (would not come off with traditional filter remover) everything...
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    Rotating the seat on L3901

    I have a 3901 with BH77 backhoe, and the area between the BH seat and controls is really tight. Has anyone done a mod where the tractor seat can rotate 180 degrees so that I can remove the backhoe seat? I understand that this cannot be done with an operator sitting in the seat. Sent from my...
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    Where is everyone purchasing their SUDT 2?

    I checked my level today, and I am just above the bottom line on the stick. Where does everyone purchase this oil? I seen reference to Messick's, where I can order from if I cannot find a place in SE GA that carries it. Anyone know how much fluid is required to go from the lower level to the...
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    Adding 3rd function - wiring question

    I am adding a 3rd function valve to my L3901 with LA525. I have all of the hydraulics hooked up, and have added my handle to the loader control stick. I have a question on the wiring. The kit includes these modular connectors that connect directly to the solenoids. They each have 3 wires. 2...
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    Best implement to level soft ground

    I live in southeast Georgia, about midway between Brunswick GA and Jacksonville FL. I have 5 acres that are wooded (pines, oaks) and the ground is borderline wetlands, and has many roots. Many times, the tractor operation leaves ruts 8-10 inches deep, and when you dig a hole you typically hit...
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    Adding 3rd function valve to FEL and BH

    After searching this forum and the web in general, I have been unable to find the Kubota part numbers for kits to add a 3rd function valve to the FEL and BH. Eventually I would like to add a grapple implement for the front, and a thumb for the BH. So this leads to 2 questions: 1) Are there...
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    New L3901 HST - question on HST

    Greetings everyone - new to the forum and just purchased a L3901 with LA525 loader, and BH77 backhoe. I have been reading on the forum, and have constructed a dolly for the BH to aid in removing and installing the BH -works great. I have a question on the normal operation of the tractor. I...