M9000 Block Heater Installation

[alphil23]

I am trying to install a block heater on an m9000 farm tractor. in the directions it says to find a threaded plug near front of engine. the picture shows it as the first soft plug, right behind water pump on left side of engine. my tractor does not have the threaded plug, just a regular freeze plug. i already bought the factory heater to install but can't find the right place. any help would be appreciated.

 

[North Idaho Wolfman]

What exact model do you have?
As the M9000 had many changes over the years and models.

 

[alphil23]

it is a kubota m9000, serial #60152, i think it is a DTC. 4 wheel drive with cab. diesel,hi lo range with 4 syncro gears in each (8 speed), with a manual reverser(use clutch every time). still can't find the place for block heater. thanks, Mark

 

[North Idaho Wolfman]

Rear right side, might be hiding behind the injection pump or the govener.
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[alphil23]

I will check there tomorrow. probably have to take off front loader to see back there. and it is supposed to be about 12 degrees here so not sure if it will start up to remove loader. thanks, and i will let you know if it works out. Mark