Kubota L35 TLB - Injectors, Freeze Plug, Muffler

[Nicksacco]

Hi All-

While continuing with Rust and Rehabilitation, I decided to clean off the top of the engine and remove and inspect the injectors.
This is a D1703 engine.
After immediately puncturing a rusty freeze plug and charming the job with colorful language, I thought I'd post a few pictures for those that might never have done these things.
While on top of the engine, I repaired the valve cover (corrosion), cleaned the injectors, replaced the fuel lines and return line.
I am also replacing the exhaust manifold and muffler due to age/rust. I found the the aftermarket manifold new on Ebay from Reliable Aftermarket parts for $70. I'll include the info if you need a muffler as the OEM is a ridiculous $600 and my aftermarket was $120 from Amazon. I obtained the 3 fuel lines and return from Kumar Brothers on Ebay for around $80.
Enjoy

 

[Nicksacco]

Continuing...

The original exhaust manifold was cracked and I helped it along.

The valve cover was eaten away and I used JB Weld and some magic to make the repair. Yes that is the black gasket you are seeing in the picture "1 rotted gasket slot"

 

[PoTreeBoy]

Hmm, I guess when I get through replacing hydraulic hoses and packing cylinders, I have those items to look forward to . Five hoses delivered yesterday and I'm going to order 2 more today from the dealer.

 

[L35]

I hope I don’t have to go down your road anytime soon, but thanks for the posts for when/if the time comes.

 

[Nicksacco]

I hope I don’t have to go down your road anytime soon, but thanks for the posts for when/if the time comes.

I hear you, but you likely didn't buy a project tractor as I did.
"OH NO what have I gotten into!"

 

[L35]

Yes mine is a parade queen compared to yours!