looking for basics..

[new to orange]

Good evening All, I was told the tractor I bought is a B1700. Ive seen 3 different B1700 series, there is a D, E and an HSD. How do I tell what model mine is? There is what looks like a serial number with a repair welded plate obscuring part of the numbers on the side of the tractor. I can see the model on the engine though.
I will also need a shop manual and parts book. These will cost over $100 through Messicks, is there another resource for the manuals?
Does any one have any advice for getting auxilary hydro to the rear? Ive found a PTO mounted pump that will work for around $300. Is there a way to bring it of the tractor instead?
Lastly, I am going to build a log splitter and a post hole auger to attach. What are the recomendations of places to get pistons, controls and fittings?
Thanks for your thoughts.

 

[stuart]

Usual Kubota codes are listed in a thread from a month or two ago, I can't find it right now. As I recall it is
1700DT dual traction, we call it 4wd
1700E
1700HSD
generally HST refers to hydrostatic transmission/drive

I have access to the 1700 parts manuals and links to free or low cost service manuals. PM me if you are interested. I also have links to a list of equipment suppliers.

 

[cabu]

Free manuals: http://www.kubotabooks.com

If you want to drive a log splitter, maybe you use an extrapump at the PTO. Maybe you get 12 gpm at 2900psi. The pump of my B1502 does only 1.85 gpm at 2200psi.
Most log splitter I have seen for a traktor have their own pump and tank.

If you still want to use the pump at the engine maybe this gives you an idea:

http://www.orangetractortalks.com/forums/showthread.php?t=4032

carl

 

[B7100]

www is missing from the link for free manuals,try: http://www.kubotabooks.com/
dave

 

[new to orange]

Thanks for all the information guys. Looks like its an HSD since I have the Hydro Drive.
I found the parts list but not a shop manual. Ill just keep hassling the local dealer for a while. I've got a feeling that I don't understand enough yet about the hydro system so Ill hold off on the splitter for a while.

Thanks again.