Frustration with waiting on new Kubota order

[number two]

Does anyone have concerns about the quality of the product we're waiting for?
We've been patiently waiting for a Landpride grapple since May.
Since employers are having trouble finding workers these days,will the stuff we are waiting for be built by seasoned workers,or new hires?
Hopefully Kubota will their deliver their legendary quality in these difficult times.

 

[bird dogger]

Our local Kubota dealer (Eastern ND) has a number of new Kubotas (subcompacts, compacts and a few larger) assembled and sitting in the lineup for sale. But only one of which is a cab version LX2610 with loader. It's been sitting there for a few weeks now.

 

[Rdrcr]

Does anyone have concerns about the quality of the product we're waiting for?
We've been patiently waiting for a Landpride grapple since May.
Since employers are having trouble finding workers these days,will the stuff we are waiting for be built by seasoned workers,or new hires?
Hopefully Kubota will their deliver their legendary quality in these difficult times.

I’ve wondered this too. But, all of the equipment I have purchased throughout COVID19 and now, has been consistent with previous expectations and quality.

Mike

 

[lynnmor]

Does anyone have concerns about the quality of the product we're waiting for?
We've been patiently waiting for a Landpride grapple since May.
Since employers are having trouble finding workers these days,will the stuff we are waiting for be built by seasoned workers,or new hires?
Hopefully Kubota will their deliver their legendary quality in these difficult times.

I'm at 92 days waiting for a new in stock tractor, loader & backhoe to be corrected. The backhoe is a disaster, the dealer and the factory are clueless on how to fix it. I have said before on this forum that the plant that produces the backhoes needs to be closed and the production moved to a place where people actually want a job. I wrote up a letter that will be sent to the dealer and Kubota later today detailing the issues and asking for a refund.

 

[seankirbydp]

I'm at 92 days waiting for a new in stock tractor, loader & backhoe to be corrected. The backhoe is a disaster, the dealer and the factory are clueless on how to fix it. I have said before on this forum that the plant that produces the backhoes needs to be closed and the production moved to a place where people actually want a job. I wrote up a letter that will be sent to the dealer and Kubota later today detailing the issues and asking for a refund.

Hey @lynnmor, can you explain this some more? You got your tractor and Back Hoe but there was something wrong with the BH? What? My dealer is concerned that the Back Hoe is the biggest hold up in me getting my tractor. Thanks.

 

[lynnmor]

Hey @lynnmor, can you explain this some more? You got your tractor and Back Hoe but there was something wrong with the BH? What? My dealer is concerned that the Back Hoe is the biggest hold up in me getting my tractor. Thanks.

Wrong pin holding bucket on, it was too short and NO provision for greasing. Thumb could not be adjusted to the highest position, so is stuck out like a sore thumb preventing proper digging. Boom and dipper stick collided where they join. Grease fittings were completely loose and painted shut. Hoe would drop down even with the engine running, cylinder or valves may be faulty.

 

[B737]

I had two cracked hydraulic hard lines under the frame of my B2601 that needed to be repaired by the dealer, no drama. I got to talking to the tech who did the repair, and he said a lot of the stuff he's seeing from Kubota over the last 9-12 months has been rushed. The dealers have been catching a lot of mistakes, or poorly manufactured parts that need to be replaced.

 

[PaulL]

Hmm. In concept, Kubota tractors are more expensive right now, but the tractor you're getting is maybe lower quality. I wonder if "COVID tractors" will be worth less in future - people will say "stay away from the 20-21 models, they had issues." My B2601 I bought in late 2020, probably manufactured in mid-2020 given shipping to NZ. I've had no quality issues at all so far.

 

[ultra97rider]

I think I am going to cancel my tractor, after reading of the latest problems. tractor was delivered, but I am waiting on the FEL. The tractor was damaged in shipment and I have been unable to get the dearer to commit to fixing it or providing a price adjustment.

 

[S-G-R]

I was checking with my dealer on a few things this afternoon. First up was a hydraulic deflector kit for my Snowblower that I got in late January/Febuary. It came in late last week. Next up is a rear finish mower. Delivery went from July to August and now September. QH15. Want to swap my QH10 for it. Put my name down about three weeks ago and it's showing September/October.

He mentioned ordering a set of tires for another customer and they are showing June 2022. He also said land Pride isn't taking taking anymore orders for certain products like core aerators.

 

[ncridgerunner]

As we discuss the frustrations of delays... I'm hoping this covid-19 delta variant fizzles before our economy is greatly affected on top of the damage we have already experienced the past year and a half.

 

[PaulL]

As we discuss the frustrations of delays... I'm hoping this covid-19 delta variant fizzles before our economy is greatly affected on top of the damage we have already experienced the past year and a half.

That's OK. There's the lambda variant coming right behind it. My greek alphabet knowledge is shaky, but I think it goes all the way to Z.

 

[seankirbydp]

Well, the wait (6 months so far, no end in sight), and the stories of new tractors coming in with issues, have me seriously considering cancelling my order and buying something used....

 

[jimh406]

Well, the wait (6 months so far, no end in sight), and the stories of new tractors coming in with issues, have me seriously considering cancelling my order and buying something used....

If you can find one used, that would be an option. In my area, most used tractors are sold immediately, so that might be hard to find as well.

 

[ddavis83864]

Go

That's OK. There's the lambda variant coming right behind it. My greek alphabet knowledge is shaky, but I think it goes all the way to Z.

Good news, there is only 24 letters in the Greek alphabet. The next variant would be Epsilon, which seems to have a very regal sound to it.

 

[seankirbydp]

I have a 4060 cab with backhoe on order and have been watching the local sales for months looking for something close in case my tractor doesn't come in. Nothing until now but something has just come up relatively close to me, a 6060. Would have to pull a loan for part of it (including interest which my new Kubota would not have) but I have wrestled on when to go an alternative route and I am strongly considering that at this moment. Snow flies here soon, not to mention all the work my road needs due to the heavy rains.

 

[ddavis83864]

Yeah! So excited. I have been stopping by the tractor dealership every time we go into town. Yesterday I drove through their back lot and there it was. The GS2572 grading scraper I have been waiting 5 months for. I jumped out of my truck and ran into the dealership like a little kid entering Disneyland for the first time. I checked with the sales person and he confirmed that it was mine. Down side was its too large to fit in my truck and they are going to deliver it on Monday but I am so happy its on the ground here and the waiting is finally over. This was the last item from my new tractor purchase and one of the two items I needed the most. Now I can get to work on the new gravel driveway for my shop building.

I had been in contact with Kubota in Kansas and they were extremely supportive and supplied great information and updates on the status of items I had ordered. Stay positive if you are waiting for tractors, attachments or accessories. They are working on it and they will arrive.

 

[Goz63]

I was informed yesterday that my grapple that was ordered with my tractor will be delivered Wednesday. Excited for that as well. Took two months from the time ordered. .

 

[dkpricer]

I got an update this week. Now they are saying December 2021. At least we are making progress.

Will report back with any other updates

I just got told today that the LX3310 HSDC that I ordered Saturday (6-26-2021) with almost all the bells and whistles (loader, 3rd function kit, 2 rear remotes, etc) wont be delivered until FEBRUARY 2022. I said yes I still want it.

I don't think it really can take that long. Oh well, I guess I don't have to worry about waiting 14 plus weeks for the implements I ordered from EA now as they will be sitting at my office waiting for the tractor to arrive.

The good thing is this is a just for fun tractor. I have access to larger tractors to do whatever I need, if I need to do anything. I just wanted a nice little plush tractor to be comfortable around the house.

 

[nota4re]

Supply and demand are tough in both the new and used car/truck market as well. Many people are leveraging the internet and broadening their search. It may well be the case that you can find the tractor or implement you want a few hundred miles from you. Yeah, there's an expense of having it shipped or going an getting it, but the price variation per region may still make that worthwhile.