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  1. J

    Kubota kh70 with d1402 startup

    Hey, I'm curious if the startup procedure on my old kubota is normal. I have to turn the key one click and let the electric fuel pump run for about 20-30sec, then she'll usually always fire up. If it doesn't fire up I run the fuel pump for another 5-10 sec and by the third time she's always...
  2. J

    Older kubota kh70 add hydraulic thumb

    Hey all, hoping to get some advice on adding a hydraulic thumb to this old girl. I've got a decent idea of what to do, but I get lost in the weeds when it comes to the details like what exact valve I should use. Currently, excavator does not have a valve for aux hydro. I think I understand my...
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    Kubota SVL75-2 intermittent lockout

    I have a new to me '17 SVL75-2 with 750hrs and a brand new engine(previous owners fault), when driving in tight areas or backing up etc it will intermittedly lock out, and I have to change the rpm's most times to be able to unlock it again. A second issue I have is that when using a root...
  4. J

    Kubota KX026 mini excavator

    Hello all, I’m a newbie here, first post. I am trying to find any information possible on the Kubota kx026 excavator. I know it’s grey market in Canada but I need any manuals possible, service manual, operators manual or cross over manuals. Anybody else have any luck locating these? Thanks, stay...
    • Johnnie026
    • Thread
    • grey market kubota kubota excavator kubota kx026 kx026
    • Replies: 2
    • Forum: Excavators
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    Cat 310 or KX 080

    Looking for information regarding these two excavators. I've narrowed my selection down based on what I can afford, current purchase incentives, distance to dealer, and the capabilities of the equipment. If I've missed a great competitor that would be good info too, I've got JCB and...
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    Takeuchi TL12 Error Code

    I changed the oil, filter, and fuel filter (pre only waiting on the 2nd one) and when I started the machine, I immediately received a fault. When toggling through the data on the display, I see an SPN and FMI but cannot make heads/tails as to what it is. SPN 523582 FMI 4 - Intake throttle lift...
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    Kubota kx 161-3a, help finding clamp for heater.

    Hey folks, was hoping someone on here is better at the internet than I am and would be able to tell me, if it is at all possible, where I would go to order one of these things by measurements. I know this might be a tall ask as I can't seem to be able to find anywhere where I can find their...
  8. S

    KX-121-3 2009 - no tach, no hour meter, No Aux error 53 on display

    I purchased this used machine with a new consul display. and new AI controller. The hour Meter says .4 hrs and does not move the. The Aux thumb does not operate and the RPM Gauge reads nothing. The display reads "53 sensor supply short 12V" The machine starts and runs great otherwise. But, I...
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    1997 GMC bucket truck Kubota pony motor alternator bracket

    Hello. I bought a 1997 GMC C7500 bucket truck that is totally missing the alternator bracket for the 3 cylinder gas Kubota pony motor that can be used to run the hydraulics without running the GM 6.0 gas main engine. There is very little information on the internet and I've seen different...
  10. K

    SVL75-2 + Snowblower rookie

    Hi all! A few rookie questions about operating our SVL75-2 with a Kubota snowblower. Firstly, I had the hydraulic lines disconnected (and had released the pressure before disconnecting by pushing in the connectors) and they leaked on the shop floor. Is there a standard practice to avoid this...
  11. Chuck Currie

    Advice on buying kx 161-3

    Hi new member here, thanks for letting me join and for reading this post. I'm looking for advice on a 2004 kubota kx 161-3 I just looked at today. Machine was clean and looked well taken care of, guy selling is 3rd owner and uses it for firewood processing. New tracks, serviced, and painted...
  12. J

    CAT, Bobcat, or Kubota Skid Steer?

    My dad lives in Houston and is looking to purchase a skid steer for his property, but I want to make sure he purchases the right equipment/brand. He wants the equipment for general use and keeping the land clean. What would be the best make and model for this type of thing? My other question is...
    • Jackson S.
    • Thread
    • bobcat cat caterpillar kubota skid skid loader skid steer
    • Replies: 6
    • Forum: Skid Steers
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    Information about kubota k040

    Hi Ive been searching the internet for information about my excavator. Cant find very much. The model I have is K040. If anyone out there have some information it would be greatly appreciated. I do not have the manuals either so I am kind of stuck. Should at least get new filter and change the...
  14. D

    Help Cleaning A/C Evaporator in Kubota SVL-75

    Have a SVL-75. A/C blows cold air, but the airflow is about like a baby blowing out a candle. Filters are replaced, cleaned, etc. They're not the issue. Guessing the evaporator is plugged and restricting the air passing through. Pulled the seat, back panel, nuts, screws, and so on, still...
  15. J

    Kubota KX161-3

    Good Evening. I have a Kubota KX161-3 excatvator with aprox. 2800 hrs on it. A couple of weeks ago I noticed it seemed like it was loosing power. I though maybe fuel filter. Put a new fuel filter on it, bam seemed to run fine. Since then, started another job and after it ran for a while and got...
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    Kubota K008-3

    Just wondering what engine does a 2003 or 2004 kubota K008-3 have? Came across one for sale that the engine is out of, just want to add up how much an engine would cost me so curious as to exactly what engine is in it if anyone knows? Thanks in advance.
  17. DeadMoo

    Kubota K008 2 way hydraulic Conversion

    Hi, Recently purchased a 2013 Kubota K008-3 and am looking to get an auger for it but since the hydraulic auxiliary is only one way I'm hoping someone here may have some information I need for this. There is a conversion kit from Kubota (just over $400 CAD) part is K7748 Has anyone gotten this...
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    Kubota svl95-2s problems??

    Can anyone share their problems with this machine? So I can look for anything that will keep me or anyone else from having unscheduled down time. here have been mine to date. I own a svl95-2s with 400 hours and seem to have had every code thrown known to man. I have had code thrown in the...
  19. VANSRVPILOT

    BOBCAT E32 VS KUBOTA KX033 MINI EXCAVATORS

    Hi, everyone, I'm new here on the forums and want to say thanks for some great advice iv gotten from posts And I'm in the market for 2X mini excavators under about 8K LBS and I don't have much experience with them my father just passed away first of the year and Iv has taken over his SEPTIC...
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    Kubota kx121-3 hydraulics issue

    New to the forum! Does anyone have any experience with the hydraulics on a 2009 Kubota kx121-3? I recently purchased my first used excavator and it appears my hydraulics may not be working to their max potential. I first noticed when in fast travel mode (both throttle up and down) I can't quite...
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