New L2501 next week

[JPB7745]

As I wait for my new L2501 next week I am searching any information that may be useful as this is my 1st Kubota. I currently have a 67' Ford 3000. Any tips, tricks, or lookouts will all be appreciated. Many thanks, Paul

 

[Oliver]

Can't offer any useful tips for an L2501, others will I'm sure, but welcome to this fine forum! HST or manual shift?

 

[nbking]

Welcome to the forum, and congrats on your new tractor. I've had my L2501 for about a month now. It's a great tractor. My first Kubota tractor, I also have an RTV. I'm still learning about the tractor, no tips or tricks yet, but there is tons of info on this site and TBN. Good luck

 

[greeno]

As with any new piece of equipment; read the manual. Then read it again.


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[Shadetree03]

As with any new piece of equipment; read the manual. Then read it again.


Manual covers details. If you got the HST, I had to learn that the treadle pressure is a speed selector/ not power or throttle!!

Pushing down harder on the treadle reduces torque to the wheels and can stall it--- easing up on the treadle gives more torque and be ready to apply the Differential lock, or use 4WD if needed. Great tractor- super easy to use.

I love the HST for its maueverability when brush hogging or easing into things with the FEL. Cruise lever is nice when you're lined out and want to keep the same speed. I'm sure I would enjoy the Gear tranny, but quite pleased coming from an old Farmall Super C

 

[Beaudeane]

Congrats. The more time u spend on it the better u will be at using whatever implements u have or get. My best advice would just because it’s a 4x4 tractor doesn’t mean it can go anywhere in any conditions. I stuck mine real good in the creek second day I had it. I don’t try that anymore. It can get a lot done in minimal time once u get a little seat time in under your belt.

 

[JPB7745]

Thanks to all that replied, great advise!! I did go with the HST as I will be doing more loader work than PTO or 3 point work. This forum is loaded with good advice and real time experience. Plan on reading the manual and keeping up with the maintenance schedule. Almost did the the 3rd function hyd.

 

[dirtydeed]

Congrats! Read the manual and you'll be fine. Come back here with questions. Lot's of good knowledgeable folks here that will certainly try to point you in the right direction.

 

[mickeyd]

Welcome to OTT JPB. This a great site with a lot of info.

Congrats on the new tractor. That tractor is a real workhorse.

One thing to remember is to keep the screen in front of the radiator clean. I was surprised how much fine dust will get through the screen and onto the radiator. With the small radiators Kubota uses, it can overheat easily with a dirty radiator.

 

[JPB7745]

Thanks mickyd for the head up on the screen. For sure don't need it running hotter than it already is here in SC.

 

[Dunbar]

My L2501 should be delivered today! I ordered a Piranha bar and it arrives today too. Be flashing my teeth from the get go.

 

[JPB7745]

Awesome! I would like to know how that bar works out and what you are using it on.

 

[Tunaslayer]

Ride it hard, and put it away wet. Mine has not flinched at the abuse yet. Forks are key.

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[JPB7745]

I am looking for some forks. Trying to find some used ones local. I can see so many applications for a set.

 

[JPB7745]

Finally took delivery of the new L2501 with FEL and 1260 Box Blade.

 

[Dunbar]

Congratulation! Mine had pretty low hours on the clock when delivered. Oh, and it has not regenerated yet

 

[dlundblad]

Finally took delivery of the new L2501 with FEL and 1260 Box Blade.

Good looking tractor. I am considering one of these as well.

Hopefully you can put her to the test and report back.

 

[degoniaorange82]

Tunaslayer's pick is awesome! Sooo much easier to cut those logs when you don't have to bend over!

 

[amsoilman]

My 2510 will be here next week. I***8217;ll cut down the piranha bar from the l3430 I sold.

 

[AuburnAlum]

I ordered my l2501 few weeks back. They are just waiting on the third function and LP 1060 grapple to be delivered. Its like waiting for Christmas.