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[@ASTANELAND]

Just watched this video again as a refresher course as I am planning to install my snow blower in a few days. Lots of good pointers. Thanks for a great video.

[@WolfinWolvesClothing713]

The cup fitting is not a jic fitting its a compression fitting, that's why it doesn't need tape, using tape in general is only really a problem when you get it over the hole, it can get into the hydraulic system and into your relief valve etc. The yellow tape is for gas lines. O ring fittings make the seal with the o ring. I would suggest though when you're installing any mounting bolts, especially on outdoor equipment, to coat the threads with blue locktite. It not only keeps the bolts from backing out, it will help prevent rust. Good content, im pretty sure I'm getting an lx2610, your vids have helped me decide. Also pipe fittings don't absolutely have to have tape if the threads are cut right, npt (pipe) threads are a tapered, self sealing thread, but tape or dope helps lubricate the threads and helps seal.

[@GPOutdoors]

Good morning and thanks RC! Very helpful info for folks. I did some research and corrected those fittings in another video. Always lots to learn. LOL. Good luck and congrats on the new tractor!

[@Bigtoolrack]

Your gonna love that cab this winter!

[@GPOutdoors]

Morning Tim. Can't wait my friend!

[@andrewandron7087]

I wish you lived next door! You’d be such a help and a great neighbour! I just left my blower attachment on for the summer! 😂😂😂

[@GPOutdoors]

Thanks Andrew! I think we'd have a lot of fun out there. Cheers!

[@andrewandron7087]

@@GPOutdoors yeah! Between drones and tractors there’d never be a dull moment!

[@karlcarnevale4948]

That’s a snow fighting beast.

[@andreregimbal8201]

You only need a Teflon tape or sealer when the threads are what is preventing the oil from escaping (like a “pipe” fitting) in the case of your previous video you had J.I.C. fittings (where the seal is made by the little cup part on the end) and not the threads. There is also an ORF (o-ring face) where it’s an o-ring that seals so again no tape/sealant required.

[@netdragon2003]

I remember the first time I used my B2650, I was giggling because inside the cab I was so warm and comfortable and outside it was -20 with a 40 mph wind. I will never forget it! Don't forget to remove your air intake tube that goes from the front of the hood to the air filter when blowing snow. Thank You for all the Great Videos! They are very enjoyable : )

[@GPOutdoors]

Morning and thanks very much ND! I am pretty excited to have some heat this winter. Can't wait. Have a great weekend!

[@mberry7a]

GP certain fittings do need tape. JIC are the tapered fitting they self seal. I worked for CN rail on track equipment and it was always a big no to put tape on JIC fittings. With that said that JIC fitting may have a NPT thread on one end where it threads to the hose. That end would need tape. But it is a good idea to talk to your mechanic. I am looking at my B2601 and there is no tape on JIC fittings only on NPT fittings. Sometimes the NPT will use an o-ring.

[@susancooney2696]

Thank you so much for sharing your videos and experiences! Your videos have been super helpful in installing our snowblower.

[@danielniquette5187]

A little trick I use to mark hydraulics hoses positions. Buy multi colors zip ties and match both males and females connectors with the appropriate colors. Much better than any kind of tape that, over time and in proximity with oil, always gets off. Do the same for the back remotes and implements hydraulics.

[@GPOutdoors]

Morning Daniel! That's a great idea - I'll keep an eye out for them when I go to Princess Auto the next time. Cheers and thanks again!

[@jrsmyth9761]

My 2650 with similar set up came with colored caps/plus on the hydraulic ends. Match those appropriately and then you have protection when not in use and a marking system when you need to connect them.

[@GPOutdoors]

Thanks Tom. I think all of them should come with it but only two came with them. Cheers!

[@jrsmyth9761]

@@GPOutdoors You might be able to buy them at the dealer or since you are doing such great things for them maybe they will donate them to you. Wink, Wink!!

[@jmprvrhntcmp]

I bet that thing is going to eat the snow! I can’t wait to see it in action! 👍

[@troyroe6021]

Hello sir, that is surely a nice machine , stay warmer, stay safe, and keep the coffee going.

[@GPOutdoors]

thanks Troy! All the best to you!

[@michaelmactavish1728]

troy roe: yeah kubota is the only brand that has auto k- connect wich is nice system plus it would be great for town and city maintance crew

[@sunjaybedi4389]

Nothing like being prepared Gord, good work showing the install. I will be doing stuff to get things ready for the winter soon, have two weeks of quarantine coming up. All good, just some southern business to take care of. Cheers Sunjay.

[@GPOutdoors]

Morning Sunjay! Frosty mornings now so it won't be long. LOL. Good luck and stay safe!

[@sunjaybedi4389]

@@GPOutdoors yeah Gord going to the airport the other day I had to scrape the truck windows before leaving b time to clean and organize the garage for the vehicles

[@larrykluckoutdoors8227]

Can't wait to see it blow snow. The old one was great to blow snow.

[@davem4193]

I laughed when you mentioned the "naked" tractor, I actually just bought a naked L2501 to run my 68" 3 point inverted snowblower. I'm looking forward to seeing your new snowblower in action.

[@GPOutdoors]

LOL! Cheers Dave!

[@davem4193]

@@GPOutdoors hey Gord did you guys get any snow Friday night? I'm in New Hampshire and north of the notches got 5 inches.

[@GPOutdoors]

We got a heavy frost for sure but no snow. It's coming!

[@michaelmactavish1728]

@@GPOutdoors i just bought a new husqavarna st327 blower with a 14.5hp kubota gas engine

[@AkDadStuff]

Heyhey Gord That is a lot of orange. Everyone will see you coming. I will bet that thing will really throw the snow. Can't wait to see it go. Take care my friend.

[@GPOutdoors]

Thanks AK! I can't wait to see how well it does too. Hope you are well!

[@danielrapoza8468]

Hi Gord. I have watched you use the Blower on several of your videos in the past. This is the first time I have seen it up close. Wow, it is massive. I guess you really need it that big with your long driveway. Great video. Excellent instructional content 👍. Thanks for sharing... HAPPY FATHERS DAY !!!

[@ronaldsimmons8346]

cheers

[@garny3766]

GP what determines if you need a thread sealant on pipe threads is if the threads are tapered. Observe side profile of male threads and you’ll see if there is a taper or not. The taper is what creates the seal. As the two “cones” come together (males threads/female threads) the tapers will lock together and seal with a sealing compound or tape. Any fitting that has a swivel nut, oring, or some kind of sealing washer does not need thread sealant. Of course there’s always an odd duck and that is BSPP. I think old days they use to use hemp or what every they had to seal these straight threads.

[@BradMyers]

It is nice to get all the useful tips from the subscribers. Can't wait to see you use the new setup for the first time in the snow. I think you will find the cab to be worth every penny you paid for it.

[@GPOutdoors]

I'm looking forward to it Brad! Enjoy your Sunday!

[@M1911jln]

I was surprised how easy it was for you to attach that subframe. I thought that was going to be much harder. They way it balances on the front pins and easily rotates to attach the rear pin looks like solid engineering to me.

[@GPOutdoors]

Morning and thanks M! I was really impressed. However you may have noticed I had to go out front and push it on. The pallet raised it off the ground too much i think, and affected the angle of approach so next time I will put the blower flat on the ground and I believe it will just lift and connect all on it's own. Cheers!

[@deanbarr5740]

You'll really appreciate that cab and heater this winter GP. As for the teflon tape I'd use it for sure. Except for on the fittings that are beveled and/or machined. They will leak if you put teflon on them. As you know, i work in the gas and oil and we always use thread sealant tape normally the white is fine for most all applications. The colors are for different temperatures and products. We use the yellow teflon for products like Propane and Butanes. Which are products that are -17°F. We use the white teflon on Natural Gas lines Compressed Gas, and blue on high pressure oil and water lines. Alway hold the fitting with your left hand and wrap it Clockwise with your right hand. Haha, left handed people struggle with this task.

[@GPOutdoors]

Good morning Dean - thanks! Super helpful info. Good thing I am right-handed. LOL. Cheers!

[@deanbarr5740]

🤣🤣

[@dshaffer3731]

Good looking machine I would use what you say is white tape Teflon tape never use the yellow tape that is for gas lines only like propane or natural gas since those are more corrosive in nature then water or hydraulic fluid is. I work for a hardware store over 5 years now and I see the people all the time wondering which tape to use and we tell them.

[@GPOutdoors]

Thanks D! Appreciate the help!

[@eosjoe565]

That's a nice blower. Looks really well built. The construction is very similar to that of a rear 3PH blower with the huge impeller, gear box in the back and chain drive auger. I prefer that configuration over the small bevel gear box located on the auger.

[@normansuenaga6741]

always a great Idea to set things up before you need them try to do this before I need them some years I do OK and sometimes I don't but you got it down hats off to you my friend.

[@GPOutdoors]

Thanks very much Norman! Have a great week!

[@RCAFpolarexpress]

Good evening GP ! Oil and Grease is never bad to use 👍😊 and nice to do a run to find stuff before the real things 🧐👍 No more lock wire 🤣😊👍 Ho boy that will throw snow very far !!! 😮👍 Can't wait to see it in live action Sir 👍😊 Have a blessed week Sir Cheers !!!

[@GPOutdoors]

Morning Dave! LOl. That's what I was thinking - no more worry about that old pin coming loose anymore. Hope you are keeping well and warm!

[@RCAFpolarexpress]

@@GPOutdoors 🤣 Yes and thank you and the same to you too GP Cheers !!!

[@LouisianaTractorworks]

That is a nice blower GP! Great job on the video! Enjoyed watching! Good thing you do check everything. A small fix and you'll be ready! Have a good week my friend!

[@GPOutdoors]

Thanks LA! Hope you are keeping well. I see there is still lots to clean up and fix down there. Take good care and be safe!

[@anthonysaucier2919]

Can’t wait to see how well the larger snowblower works and how you like the cab.

[@leekrauss7525]

27 yrs as a aircraft mechanic- the fittings that need a sealer or something to keep thread from Gauling -recommendation- use a Teflon paste not tape- if the tape gets into system it can cause problems in small orrface in most valves- the fittings that have the 37 degree on leading edge does not require tape- on stainless steel fittings it is recommended to just lube threads

[@GPOutdoors]

Thanks very much Lee! Very helpful! All the best to you.

[@dougcooper2051]

GP the tape is to help seal but it helps to get your fitting apart the tape keeps the threads from rusting together.

[@bobpurs]

Nice blower and easy hookup. You’ll be moving lots of snow with that, and nice and cozy and warm while doing it. 👍✊.

[@ronalddean4834]

Hi G.P. your videos are great even if it's something I don't need I like to watch. I will be glad to see you someday get a shop to work in. So you can get out of the weather and off the ground. Great video as always thanks for sharing have a wonderful weekend

[@GPOutdoors]

Thanks Ronald! Me too! LOL! Have a great week ahead!

[@olddawgdreaming5715]

Great job Gord !! LET IT SNOW !! 🤣 You’re all set now for winter. Sure glad you are able to do more of your mechanical work, it’s a good thing to know. Maybe you can get Guy to teach you more of the things you will run into. Welding for one thing and have younger helpers you can hire or swap out work with. Times come where you might need a hand with something. It’s had to think about those things, I know!!! Keep up the good work and videos, we sure do enjoy watching your channel.👍👍👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

[@bubbagump4686]

You are Ready GP ! ..... let it snow , let it snow , let it snow .......... Cheers .

[@richardfuerst7365]

Now that you added not only the blade last week - but the snowblower this week . Change your hydraulic filters incase there was any debris in the hoses - its cheap maintenance ( ask Guy)

[@GPOutdoors]

Thanks Richard! Will be changing them soon. Cheers!

[@leehobin5132]

Greetings Gord, Lee here, just a heads up, where you are talking grease fittings, thought I would mention that my son bought a new BX23S with a backhoe. He checked it over and seen all the grease zerks had grease on them, he assumed the fittings were all greased. But when he was using the backhoe he noticed a noise coming from the swinging of the hoe, when he checked it out he noticed that even though there was grease on the fitting, it did not go into the fitting and hence the noise, he noticed there was orange paint covering the zerk preventing the grease from entering. so he scrapped the paint off and then regreased it and all was well, Keep well, later

[@GPOutdoors]

Morning Lee. Thanks - this is very helpful. I will take another look at it this week and wipe them off and just give a squirt to see. Thanks again - better now when it is warm, than later down the road. :))

[@merrymanrc]

That funny when I started the video I was thinking his look small with out front bucket then you say it 😀 I bet you can't wait until it snow so can test the snowblower out

[@GPOutdoors]

LOL! Can't wait Richard. I am hoping it throws the snow as well as the old one. Cheers!

[@eugeneseamann3005]

Flag pole looks good

[@GPOutdoors]

LOL! Thanks - so glad I finally replaced the old one. Cheers!

[@garybaumann5637]

Great video. Very informative.

[@spiritintheforest]

Consider using PFTE spray for lubing areas where you have steel on steel but dont want to use grease which will attract dirt or ice. I use it on my PTO and hydraulic sleeve fittings as well as on the snowblower chute gearbox. Second, use a bolt and nut to secure the big pins that hold the undermount to the frame. I've routinely lost those cotter pin type D rings due to the forces when snowblowing on turns or hills.

[@keithnavarro2930]

I've always used GOOD quality ptfe tape on tapered or pipe threads, but not on machined threads. Very nice setup. I hope it serves you well.

[@gregorygordineer22]

Great job, keep up the good work. Band of Brothers and Sisters

[@wlsteffen]

Thanks GP for the snowblower hookup to the LX 2610 video. It is superior to the one I got on the B2601. Although I think my blower chute seems to have more chute rotation unless you didn’t turn all the way. You gave valuable tips on what you do which I will incorporate this fall. I really like the K Connect, much stronger even though I’ve had no problems. Lots of improvements. Thanks again for the video. Wayne from Wisconsin

[@GrampiesWorkshop]

How's she goin'? That's a nice blower GP. It lifts nice and high and that will be a benefit. The mount went on some easy and then connecting the to the blower was a snap as well. Pretty slick all around I'd say, and it's even orange!!! LOL Hope the winter isn't too rough. We're due for an open one, but we'll see eh!! Take care!!

[@GPOutdoors]

Morning Grampie! I can't wait to see if it throws as well as the last one. Having it on the pallet I think raised the angle - you may have noticed I had to grab it from the front and push it onto the hinges so next time I'll put it on the ground. Take care my friend!

[@Malpeque_Bay_LX3310]

I watched this video this morning and thought that the blower package looked durable and well thought out compared to the B2650 setup I watched this afternoon on another channel. I wish I could justify a front mount blower but use my loader too much to be swapping back and forth plus I have a short driveway.

[@MrMjn5000]

thanks for the video..... nice job...

[@edkern0749]

After you test all the functions be sure and check your hydraulic level. Good video. Thanks

[@alittleofthisandalittleofthat]

I use a pipe dope I got from Princesses Auto myself. Think anything is better then nothing. And do like you said. Keep it only on the threads. 👍

[@GPOutdoors]

Thanks Laurie!

[@coypatton3160]

As another stated, there are different types of sealing fittings. If the cupped or o-ring type, you are actually causing great risk of a seal failure if either get into the seal area.

[@GPOutdoors]

Thanks Coy. Many folks are saying the same thing. Always lots to learn. Thanks again!

[@mikes2020]

Hey Gordy, You are always very detailed and informative with your videos. I received my new LX2610 Cab model 2 weeks ago and just put my LX2980 snowblower on for the first time. Never had a tractor before so I'm learning everything as I go, but this commercial blower is very easy to attach. I'm kind of excited to use this bower for the first time. It IS a beast! One thing I noticed on your video that you had specifically commented on, is that you have heat shields on both sides of your tractor. The only one that is needed on your tractor, is the one on the left side where the exhaust is located. The one on the right side is for the LX3310 as its exhaust exits on that side. Its certainly not hurting anything to have a 2nd one... Also, not that it matters, but I installed both of the L pins from the right side of the tractor. That is what is shown in the manual. Makes securing them with the locking pins a one stop operation on the left side. Routing the hoses through the "twisty" hose support is somewhat of a pain. The process that worked for me was pushing the hose through the side on the support and then working the hose around the upper and lower ends of the "twisty". It's tight, but they do fit! This "twisty" Hose Support as it is called appears to be missing from your tractor. It is shown on page 22, Part# 5 in the "Kubota LX2940 Subframe and 4_point hitch Owner's Manual". Might want to check with your dealer on that. Let is SNOW! Keep up the great videos!

[@richardtalbot8969]

How to safely mount/dismount the snowblower when it's on a pallet: Make up four sets of three 2"x8"x24" long. Then position the 2x8 blocks in front of each tire, in 4WD-low range drive up onto the blocks. Now the tractor is on the same plane as the snowblower and you can safely lift the blower on/off the storage pallet. I have a BX2380 with BS2822 55" commercial snowblower and K-connect system. I store my snowblower on a frame with castors so I can move it about my garage. The 2x8 blocks make mounting the snowblower easy and safe. Also when you move the spring-loaded Engagement Lever forward it doesn't always engage the coupling pawls. So I recommend you try to spin the 2nd stage blower vanes. If they spin easily the pawls are not engaged and you will hear the pawls snap into place. If it's hard to span the blower vanes the pawls are engaged. On my 55" commercial blower there is a large speed reduction gear box which the K-connect shaft connects to. The gear box gets very warm and when cooling down will suck water from melting snow into the gear box through the breather vent. For this winter, I jury rigged a cover over the breather vent so it can't suck in water but will still breathe. In the Spring I recommend you drain the gear lube oil from your gear box and check for water. In the video, it looks like the vent is at about 1 o'clock on top of the gear box and is not painted. Here is New Hampshire we occasionally get a very heavy sticky snow and then the BX2380 doesn't have the torque to efficiently power the 55" blower. Hopefully your much larger displacement engine will have the torque to manage sticky snow. Have fun this winter!

[@jh9855]

Good morning, GP. As usual, great video. The connection for the

[@tonybrown8574]

Nice set up gp

[@mitchz.6234]

Nice job GP...all you need now is a BIG SNOW Storm......coming soon to your area!!

[@bobart1790]

Awesome video.

[@GPOutdoors]

Thanks Bob!

[@gilleslevesque284]

Hi, awesome setup. Referring to Teflon tape, I had to replace a hose last winter and the hydraulic guy told me to use Teflon tape + the old one that I replaced that came from Kubota had Teflon on it. So depends i guess however you talk to ? Cheers.

[@kubotaoz6108]

You have some nice equipment. Do you think you will ever buy a land pride snow push blade for your snow plowing needs? Thanks, take care and stay safe 😀

[@GPOutdoors]

Good day - Unfortunately the driveway is way too long and tight to the edge of the forest so a plow blade will not work here (nowhere to push snow). My brother has one on his BX and loves it.

[@rohoroyarrington3224]

Not rushing you into winter GP but it's going to be fun watching that blower move snow. As usual you show all the important features of any piece you show including shortfalls if there are any. Very nice job. Have a great week and you better get those fittings it looks like you may be seeing snow before you know it. lol Cheers

[@loganmohr2215]

Great overview of the new blower. Cant wait to see it in action and your opinion of how it works over your old tractor. With the hydraulic ram on the blade you have a great setup.

[@rogerbelanger295]

Nice video!

[@stanlancaster489]

spray wd 40 on inside of shoot. keep using it when blowing. shoot stays slick

[@chiefmik9108]

Hi GP, always good to see how the equipment upgrades in progress... Hey can you do a review on neighbor Bob’s track install on his ATV, i saw him driving that unit last winter in one of your video’s... Thanks....Stay Safe...God Bless...Chief...{NYS/ADK}

[@GPOutdoors]

Morning Chief! I will ask him the next time i see him - we removed the tracks last year in Guy's garage and put the wheels back on, but I am not sure if he will be putting the tracks on or have his dealer do it again. But if so and he is willing, I am happy to do it. Stay safe and be well Chief!

[@brendawiseman1232]

Hi from Allen and Brenda from canada nice

[@GPOutdoors]

Good evening Allen and Brenda - Cheers!

[@randthompson5716]

Gord, you know you now have more orange on your proprty than alot of dealers do. So the question now is when are you opening your own Kubota dealership? GP Outdoors & Kubota Sales Parts Service Tips & coffee Ontario's Finest!

[@GPOutdoors]

LOL! The coffee will be the best part, I think. :)) Cheers Rand!

[@francoislaplante3184]

Hi, I am a new suscriber , found your Chanel because I just bought a new 2610 cab juste like yours, aven’t received it yet ! Great video’s, and outdoor, looks simular here at my home in Quebec, Keep up the good work !

[@GPOutdoors]

Congratulations on the new tractor Francois! And welcome to the channel. You must be pretty excited waiting for it. Thanks and all the best!

[@mberry7a]

GP I sent you an email explaining along with pictures. JIC fitting are like brake lines in your car. They are flared on the ends to self seal. Nobody uses tape on brake lines which is a hydraulic system.

[@GPOutdoors]

Good morning Mike! Thanks very much for taking the time to send them. It was very kind of you and it's greatly appreciated. Just went through them. Thanks again !

[@tator05]

In the US this is model number LX2980 for folks wanting to talk to their dealers. Availability this fall of 2020 will be very small due to Canada being severely behind due to Covid and higher than anticipated demand.

[@GPOutdoors]

Thanks for the info Tator! Good for folks to know. Cheers!

[@alesha21100]

👍👍👍

[@johns8771]

I've always heard that you use teflon paste instead of tape on hydraulic fittings. It reduces the likelihood of the tape introducing particulate matter into the hydraulic oil.

[@tractorman4461]

It'll be interesting to see the recommendations from the Kubota mechanic concerning thread sealant. Hopefully you brought up the three basic types to question him on...JIC, ORB and of course standard pipe thread. Did you keep the blower that was on the 2601 or did it go with it I don't seem to remember all the specifics on the transaction. GP, you are as pro-active as I am re-active when it comes to winter prep !!

[@puddlejumper3534]

The new blower connection very different the the one I have. Looks very robust.

[@GaryT1952]

Great stuff GP...that blower certainly is a step up in build quality, heavy duty for sure. Disappointing that it wasn't spec'd and shipped with the proper hydraulic fittings and poor instructions. You'd think for the significant price that was paid, all those kinks would have been worked out prior to delivery.

[@GPOutdoors]

Morning TD! I wish the instructions were a little more clear but maybe they are for a mechanic - just not easy to follow for myself. I'll get it corrected and ready for action. Thanks - have a great day!

[@coypatton3160]

GP, colored zip/cable ties are a quick simple way to color code your hoses. You can likely find the same colors as Kubota used for caps, but id not just use the same color tie on each side of the connection for future reference. Sorry I do not know where to advise you to shop there.

[@MrTks1959]

Sounds like my old PA-22/20 aircraft.

[@GPOutdoors]

LOL!

[@stanlancaster489]

just make sure you dont get any tape in oil passage, great to use.

[@GPOutdoors]

Thanks Stan!

[@SteadArcFab_Ministries]

GP, been a little bit since I’ve gotten back to your channel! I have some catching up to do! 👊 Nice blower, can’t wait to see it in action, but I can’t believe we are headed right back into winter! Where did the summer go 😂! Blessings!!!

[@GPOutdoors]

LOL! Hey good evening Corey. I am always shocked myself. The older I get, the faster time passes. The forecast is calling for snow this weekend!

[@edwardkenny2356]

Good job, GP. I suppose now you're praying for snow! 🤣 Enjoy the rest of your day.

[@ryanmccarthy2370]

This PTO shaft which turns into this thick shaft which then goes into this long shaft hahaha that made me laugh! Great video as always GP! Love the new setup!

[@GPOutdoors]

LOL! I almost edited that out but hey, no sense pretending. I'll learn the names of those parts at some point. :)) Thanks Ryan - al the best!

[@Americancitizen1]

Darn! I got to keep up with you because last time I checked you had a 2601 LOL

[@GPOutdoors]

LOL!

[@d.a.ballou9740]

Nobody else mentioned this, so I will. I think using a camera on the front to line up with the blower is CHEATING! Not everybody has a camera to use to see what's in front! hahaha Nice job as always GP. Good thing you do these dry runs beforehand to make sure everything works properly, or else you'd be like me doing it in the snow!

[@dalepeters9638]

You talk about hydraulic fittings this is what i was tot the fittings with the o ring is called orb or o ring boss the female side should have a machined recess for the o ring to sit in and the o ring makes the seal no tape required but will not hurt as long as the o ring is clean another type is the jic fittings they are the ones with the taper before the threads making the male fittings look pointed the female side has the mating serfice no tape required but will not hurt as long as the taper is clean the third is npt or national pipe thread it has a tapered thread requires the tape it is best if the tape is applied so it does not unravel when you Titan then and they require lots of torque to make the seal hope this helps

[@chevyphil3969]

those hydraulic fittings didnt really need Teflon tape. but the teflon tape acks like a lubricant or buffer to the threads too. you dont want to be too messy with it cause if a little piece of tape gets through the hole it could cause grief with the hydraulic pump. its not a bad thing to use if your not sure. it is true the white is the cheapest . here in the states yellow is used on natural gas or propane lines tape blue is a much better than white the blue is good on temperatures from -450 to +500 degrees fernite. teflon tape kinda like your toilet paper roll over or under on the holder lol anyways great videos keep up the great work

[@jrsmyth9761]

Agree. Thread compound, tape or dope, is a lubricant to allow you to tighten the fittings enough to get their sealing surfaces to mate properly. It is NOT a sealant or leak stop. If it leaks, there is an issue with the threads. White tape is the thinnest, and for a reason. Blue tape is thicker and has PTFE(teflon) infused. Yellow tape is for gas fittings. Compounds/pipe dope is used by "professionals" in trades more than in DIY. As staed, flare fittings use the concave/convex surfaces to seal and do NOT need any tape. I do apply a small amount of dope as an anti seize. This may be a debatable subject.

[@peterkober6758]

G P that's quit a blower we have 50" on my B X a B or L X is way to big for us thanks God Bless PaK

[@tsafa]

Thanks for posting. I saw your other videos, did not realize it was mid PTO driven. Do you have any problems with the Rocks breaking the shear pins?

[@OrangeismyNewGreen]

That blower is a beast, great video Gord 👍🏻

[@GPOutdoors]

Thanks 👍 !

[@gregdrusjack4934]

I'm sure this has been mentioned by others, but with the coned (aka cone and thread) hydraulic fittings, that surface will be the seal. most fittings that you were pointing to with the Teflon on from the factory were not those types of connections. The factory will use Teflon on just about everything as an added measure in the event there is the slightest imperfection in the cone surface that could develop a "weep", but they are very exact about the placement of the tape. Most manufacturers (OEM and aftermarket) instruct no to use it because if you get the slightest piece of that tape into the hydraulic system it could cause a blockage that could stop or slow functionality of any part of the tractor's hydraulic system and they don't want responsibility or bad referrals. If you are extremely careful to avoid contamination of the system, it can be a back up, but adding too much could prevent you from achieving a full seal of coned fittings. Great video... kind of wish my 3901 could run a front blower.

[@GPOutdoors]

Good morning and thanks very much Greg! Yes, many have agreed with you and I am very grateful for you taking the time to offer help and advice. It helps me and also helps other new tractor owners who read the comments. I will issue out a correction video soon. Thanks again for your help. Have a wonderful week!

[@JacePenderwick67]

Still loving all your video's! Thanks again for sharing. With your help I recently purchased a LX2610 with cab , Loader, quick hitch, and Ballast box. My newest addition to it is the front end snowblower. Will I be able to switch between snowblower to loader without taking off the snowblowers underbelly hdwr? Thanks in advance and take care.

[@GPOutdoors]

Congrats Jason. The dealer told me that the hardware has to come off unfortunately. Enjoy the new tractor - blowing snow in the cold is a lot more fun with some heat, a coffee and some tunes!

[@JacePenderwick67]

@@GPOutdoors Figured as much. Thanks again for the fantastic videos.

[@PurpleCollarLife]

Hi GP - another great video. I big snow blower like that almost ensures a light winter, right? :) Are you afraid to run it on the gravel part of the driveway?

[@GPOutdoors]

Morning ! LOL. So true - probably going to be no snow now. Not at all, I always raise the shoes now and once I can see the ground is frozen down below the surface then I drop the shoes. Minimizes the amount of gravel or stones that will get picked up in the blower. Cheers!

[@markmarcoccia1020]

Good morning GP, I had a couple questions on your snowblower choice, commercial K64 vs LX29-63 was it the extra strength quality or maybe the durability based on the distance of your driveway and was there a big cost factor between the two? I am truly enjoying your videos as they are the most informative out there, the only problem is every time I watch one it costs me more money.

[@GPOutdoors]

LOL! Good morning Mark. I honestly didn't know I had a choice. My dealer just picked it. I trust him alot so I never asked if there were options. He knows my property very well over the years. It is certainly bigger than I expected but I am more interested to see if it throws the snow as well as my old one did. Sorry I couldn't help you much. Good luck!

[@danlaabs5090]

The left side heat shield didn’t need to be installed. The Kubota instructions tell you where to use Teflon tape. Overall how do you like this model blower?

[@markpontes4457]

Now it's time for a Building to put it in! How much is that blower set up? Do you have chains?

[@GPOutdoors]

Morning Mark. Yup, got my chains and will be putting them on soon. Garage? One day.... Cheers!

[@davejefferys8320]

Pipe thread hose ends use Teflon tape. Tapered jic hose ends do not use tape. Same with oring fittings no tape.

[@GPOutdoors]

Thanks Dave! Super helpful. many agree with you. Greatly appreciated.

[@davejefferys8320]

@@GPOutdoors your very welcome,

[@raincoast9010]

Get some coloured zip ties to mark your hydraulic hoses.

[@GPOutdoors]

Great idea - thanks RC!

[@TheUserid82]

@@GPOutdoors Get the same colors of electrical tape when you get the zip ties as not everything you want to color code can have a tie or tape but it expands the options.

[@coypatton3160]

I should have read comments before I commented. I just made the same suggestion!

[@edkern0749]

You can also go to a farm supply store and get colored hydraulic cap and plug sets that kill a couple birds at one time.

[@BG-vq9fd]

That should make quick work of drive way.

[@christopherboone9885]

Are you sure its tape from the factory? Most times it pipe dope or Thread sealant. The fittings that went on the the angle blade cylinder had the oring thats your seal and the ones with the Bevelled edges are jic fitting they make the seal no oring or tape needed

[@GPOutdoors]

Thanks Christopher. Yes, it was still strapped to the pallet when I picked it up. I will check but I am pretty sure it was. Thanks for the info above. Cheers!

[@danmalloy6908]

What about a "Shelter Logic" portable garage? $359.00 @ Canadian Tire. Might be a good temporary shelter to keep you out of the weather.

[@coypatton3160]

From my knowledge, they do not hold up very well in high wind exposure. From watch his flag in several videos, I fear that wind and falling limbs might make shelter logic garages a less ideal structure.

[@GPOutdoors]

Good morning Dan! Thanks for the great suggestion. 2 main reasons - Coy mentioned one below. Winds and snow load. 2nd is that under the zoning bylaw here I am not permitted to have one. Thanks though- garage one day for sure. LOL. Cheers!

[@danmalloy6908]

@@GPOutdoors ok ya I get it. I'm in Haliburton and they don't like them there either. Cheers.

[@brentstewart4656]

White for hydraulics, yellow for gas, blue for gas water

[@twodoggarage3019]

Did the blower come with the hydraulic chute rotate and the hydraulic deflector? Or was that a add on? Thanks.

[@davidhoder452]

I have the same cab tractor you have. My Kubota has both the commercal snow blower and the regular one. I want to use it in my cabin in Maine for my 1200 ft long driveway. Do you have an opinion on the commercial vs the regular snowblower?? David

[@fredhinck8847]

Nice looking unit. Working on a fel mounted blower for my Massey 1742. How much clearance do you have under the front mount?

[@adamglanz4688]

Hey GP. I love the videos! Keep me coming. I’m thinking of getting a wood splitter but I can’t decide which ones to focus onto. Do you have any recommendations for one under or around $1000 USD? Thank you

[@GPOutdoors]

Good day Adam. Thanks so much. Good question. I don't think i could help you on that. I haven't had much experience however I would offer that you stay away from any inexpensive kinetic splitters. A good quality kinetic should be expensive - if it is cheap, then you don't want it - just my opinion. One of the subscribers got a 22 ton Rugged Made recently and says he likes it alot - I am sorry I couldn't help further. Best of luck Adam!