Kubota 50 Hour Maintenance on LX3310

[@bartdaw6681]

Kubota filters are reasonably priced for sure, purchasing them is a no brainer.

[@tails359]

Love the AVE mini chainsaw opening! Safety squints on, Mom on speed dial!

[@Airsoftforall]

Always check the old filter seals to ensure they came off with the filter. Have seen a few times where the gasket stuck to the block and someone added a new filter and was unable to get a seal.

[@cliffmolz8719]

Thank you Neal, appreciate the tutorial :-) on the 50 hour maintenance. I have a 3301L Series and did my initial maintenance myself as well. You mentioned that Kubota places the filters on at the factory and then paints over them when painting the engine, etc. I found this out after breaking at least one filter extractor trying to get one of the filters off. From what I learned, it helps (a lot) if you take a knife (box cutter) and go around the seal between the engine and filter to cut the dried paint between the filter and engine before you attempt to take off the filter. This will save you a lot of grief, broken extractors and mangled filters. Cheers!

[@lcee6592]

Great maintenance tips! I tried the shop vac on the transmission fill. Vacuum was too strong and pulled oil into the shop vac when I removed the filter. What a mess! I’ve heard plugging the vent tube with a small philips screwdriver helps keep the oil from running out so fast. Haven’t tried it yet… no more shop vac!

[@mattleblanc31]

I'm a relatively new tractor owner, one year in with my BX and always look forward to your videos. Although this is a different machine, I wish it existed before I did my 50 hrs in March. I just learnt about the safety filter, searched and found you had another video 5 years ago with a BX in it. Kubota, and pretty much all dealers, don't do a great job at this and you really fill in alot of gaps they leave in your videos. Wish you guys had a Canadian outlet, as I'd love to support your business with parts as you've helped me a lot the past year.

[@Aprons.Overalls]

First time I've seen someone use a chainsaw to open a box! I might need to upgrade from the old pocket knife to get on Neil's level!

[@UgaDawg-p6m]

made more mess than a knife, lol

[@mikeo009]

My BX just rolled over 50 hours last night. Timing on this video could not be more perfect!

[@wildbill23c]

Don't forget the wire mesh screen in the left side of the transmission, that gets missed a lot, and you'll probably find it quite dirty due to all the metal that circulates through these things during the initial break in. I'm 7 hours away from the 50 hour service on my BX...I think I have everything I need, might have to pickup another jug of oil and hydraulic oil though as I'm going to be changing the front axle oil as well, and changing the hydrostatic/hydraulic fluid too...which by the way the manual does say to change it at 50 hours unlike many people say, the book says change it...for the cost its a good idea, you want to get all that break in gunk out of the engine and hydraulic system.

[@terryscruggs5876]

Another great video !!! I just performed 300 hr change of transmission/hydraulic fluid. I was able able to use UDT fluid since it is an antique with dry type clutch. Also did engine oil change while at it. It was on my Kubota L285 !! Yes, Kubota L285 !!! 😁😁 My father in law was the original owner and was purchased in May 1977. Great little tractor !!!!

[@eosjoe565]

That tractor is quite muddy. It's always good practice to wash off the machine prior to any service. This helps prevent dirt and debris from dropping into places you don't want it when pouring in oil and changing filters.

[@justindavis1546]

Neal, because of you and your videos I am the new owner of a L3560. Now if only they could get in the loader for me. Keep up the great videos.

[@Karl427]

As a service tech my advice is to never tighten the new filter with the wrench only use it to take it off. It’s very easy to over do it and now you’ll be in a world of hurt when you have to change it out.

[@eosjoe565]

I disagree. Most filters will tell you to tighten 1/2 to 1-turn after the gasket makes contact. With a cup-style filter wrench you can very easily index your ratchet handle and precisely tighten the filter the required amount without leaving any marks on the filter. This is especially helpful when your hands are oily and it's difficult to get a good grip on the new filter.

[@danstevens2204]

Tighten by hand 100%

[@danstevens2204]

It even shows 🙌 on the filter

[@arthurr8670]

For the way he changed those hydraulic filters, no way you can do it by hand. Just too much oil, and it will slip. A tool just makes it easier, if you understand not to over tighten.

[@eosjoe565]

@@arthurr8670 For me, using a cap style wrench to tighten is more accurate than using your hand. Rotate the ratchet handle to 12 o'clock, tighten to 6 o'clock and it's a perfect half turn. With oily hands it's sometime difficult to keep track of how much you've tightened it, especially for high pressure spin-on fuel filters that require a full turn of tightening.

[@henderstoned]

Every package should be opened in such a manner.

[@thebradleysoncatbirdhill6849]

Outstanding video, Neil! Really enjoyed the box opening technique! 🤣🤣🤣

[@MichaelLeo]

can write the date/hours on the filters so you remember when they were replaced.

[@JCWren]

Not "can", but "should"!

[@NatesRandomVideo]

Should. My dealer does this too.

[@jasoncy31]

I put my L2301 on a friend's lift to do the 50 hour service. When I pulled that hydraulic filter off and the fluid came pouring out I panicked and made a mess trying to get the new filter on so I didn't lose too much fluid. My friend just stood there and laughed and laughed. :)

[@msears101]

I like your Stihl box cutter.

[@bombidude]

I just did this Neal to my Lx3310.. 50 hour service.. Very easy to do.

[@je1279]

I completed the 50 hour service on my LX2610 back in November. Great overview for those needing to perform this service. Also, you don't need the vaccum trick for the HST filter, but it sure helps for the suction filter. 50 hrs is also a good time to check the torque on your loader frame mount bolts as well as your mid-mount mower mount bolts (if equipped).

[@bhall7997]

Shop vac trick does work. When I did the B2601 I didn't loose much other than what the old filters had in them. Used less than 1/2 quart to refill. Mid summer I will have 200 hr service, surprised only the HST filter gets changed the hydraulic stays If I'm reading book correct.

[@Version135]

Thanks I am like 20 hours over on my 4760. Dreading buying all that Trans fluid

[@danielrapoza8468]

Neil, Thank you for this video. Great review and extra tips on doing some of 100 hr checks as well. I'm looking forward to seeing the cutout filter video too. I'm hoping you are going to cut open all three filters. It would be nice to see how the Hydraulic filters are constructed also.

[@daveb5540]

I ALWAYS use OEM for anything not an accessory(boxblade etc.), and follow recommended service intervals, because if anything goes wrong I don't want to hear any excuses of "well it broke because it's not our replacement part". Plus I've found over the years that OEM usually is the best quality. There is a reason why that original exhaust system on your car lasted 10yrs, but the replacement one only lasted 5yrs. The savings may not actually be a savings in the long run.

[@cordialcortex3841]

Oil and filters are cheaper than Parts. I've tried the others and never been happy. I tried a national brand hydraulic fluid in my L35 and the hydraulic clutch didn't engage quickly enough. Flow wasn't correct, had slow hydraulics. So I had to drain the fluid and install UDT. Change fluid twice yearly on GR 2100 transmission eventually plan on putting bearing kit in it but haven't needed to so far. Never used anything but UDT and original Kubota filters since purchased new. . It's just worth it for the peace of mind. You don't have to guess if it's going to get you back to work, it will!

[@mmusser62]

Thanks for the tutorial. I currently have an older tractor and don't yet have a Kubota but really like the LX3310 and think it is the perfect tractor for my application. I have a 15 acre property and just need to find a dealer who is interested in selling vs one who shows no interest like my local one.

[@Calebmcguckin]

Great video Neal. Such a great speaker

[@wildbill23c]

7 hours from my 50 hour service on my BX2680. I'll be doing all the fluids and the hydraulic/hydrostatic fluid as well...also will be removing the hydrostatic filter screen as well and cleaning it. Lots of stuff to do, or so it seems, but honestly doesn't look too bad. Bought the fuel filters as well so I'll replace those while I'm doing all the other stuff too. I picked up the UDT2 hydro fluid as well.

[@chrisweihe9598]

Great video, good info. I have a L2501 gear drive and love it.

[@brianwestveer9532]

Thanks Neil

[@xdude2x]

To me, if your going through the hassle (and mess) of changing the filters, you might as well change the oil too.

[@simd510]

That oil ain't cheap. Why change it when its not needed.

[@xdude2x]

Oil is cheap, transmissions/engines are not

[@Patty-qh3lm]

I block the rubber vent tube with a screw temporarily started and hardly lost any fluid. Just remember to remove it after. I think it's a #10 sheet metal screw.

[@rockd8946]

Excellent helped tremendously!

[@brianmyers466]

Excellent video, thank you sir

[@Airsoftforall]

Or amazes me how many folk forget that new filter is dry/empty and will be low after starting. I always add the volume of a filter over the required amount.

[@jessefields9535]

I use an awl and pierce the filter, let it drain, then remove it.

[@yrualeg1]

I have a couple of things I need to add to my machine ( M6060) when I hit my 50-hour service. I need a 3rd function added for my grapple and don't want to rig it up myself....I hate to think I am lazy, just want it done right the first time.

[@Version135]

I had the dealer add the third function I don't regret not doing it myself lol. It falls into the category of ' you can do it, but do you realllly want to?' Also had them do 2 remotes on the rear

[@wildbill23c]

@@Version135 Ouch, I can hear my wallet on that one. Just parts alone is ridiculous and these dealerships charge an awful lot for labor too...but well worth it, I don't think I'd want to attempt either of those jobs myself.

[@MattN03]

Stihl makes a heck of a box cutter Neil! lol

[@papachris60]

What I was looking for was Oil weight and Capacity. Great video but i did not hear you mention either of these points.

[@MessicksEquip]

listed in your owners manual, 4.2qts of 10w-30. messicks.com/part/70000-10200/10w-30-engine-oil-qt messicks.com/KU/125642

[@raymondtedstrom6739]

With the box opening, did we just learn that Neil watches AvE?

[@MessicksEquip]

:-) you did.

[@franknabywaniec1438]

Jack the side up some to tilt the tractor to keep oil from pouring out.

[@bighammer587]

That method of changing out the hydraulic filter is nuts. I pretty much drained my entire reservoir trying to get the new one lined up. I wish there was a better way. Turn the tractor over??

[@MessicksEquip]

If you can't do it fast enough, draw a vacuum on the tank.

[@SlackerU]

Seems like the fluid might need to be vacuumed out. Or maybe there is a filter that can be used to pour it back in.

[@arthurr8670]

I saw a different comment saying to raise the side of the tractor with the filter, and it will prevent the fluid from coming out, but I'm not sure if the filters are high enough to to drop below the fluid level when tilted.

[@theatomis]

Where can you take the various fluids for disposal? Do you need to keep them all separated or can they be gathered and disposed of together?

[@cjstegink895]

Neal. After the 50 hour service it does not call for service again till 400 hours. That may take me a while to get to. Is there a time frame like how many years I should go between services?

[@MessicksEquip]

Yeah, I normally say every other year.

[@danstevens2204]

Blow your outer air filter from inside to outside only and generally 10 times or less before it looses efficiency and requires replacement. Dust is a great way to destroy an engine.

[@brentthebloodhound]

How do you clear maintenance light in computer?

[@bradbruggeman6745]

My JD dealer service manager tells me to wait till 200 hrs to change engine oil. Don't know,maybe the Yahmar engines have different break in or is done at the factory?

[@SlackerU]

If the manual wants an oil change then I'd use those engineers over a service manager. Though maybe we'll find out 3:55

[@bradbruggeman6745]

@@SlackerU Manual says the same. I just questioned the service manager to be sure. Manual says 200hrs for oil change and 400 for hydraulics.

[@Version135]

Jealous. As the 50 hour service is like 450 bucks just in materials on mine

[@andrewdow1609]

Follow the manual. The manufacture will ALWAYS ask during warranty issues "Did you follow the manual, and can you prove it?" Keep the receipts and follow the manual. Imagine telling JD "But the service manager said ........"

[@Skynd303]

Was using the chainsaw to open that box necessary? Yes!! lol I did all fluids on my BX23S after getting it at an auction. The transmission filter was still painted grey at 950 hrs! And had the original fuel filters. I relocated that to a water separator up front.

[@cowrocket3870]

He was letting his inner AvE out.

[@johnhershey4010]

50 Hours that still a baby tractor

[@jameskennerly9748]

Awesome Sir!!

[@bombidude]

What weight engine oil did you use? 5 quarts correct?

[@terrynorthern38]

I changed my transmission filter like this and had wrong filter under machine lost most of fluid yuck!

[@juddsonafelt8779]

Jusr completed the 100 hr. service on a 2380, the fuel filter locations suck

[@48VAC]

That is one heck of a knife to open that box!! LOL

[@babydoll1042]

Wondering if someone can help me I have a kubota tractor and we did a full service oil change everything went great but now it sounds like my steering wheel is whining can someone help me and tell me where or how I can check the steering sorry I know it may sound stupid but I'm learn something new everyday

[@hphillips7425]

Use the shop vacuum on the right side. Left side it’s not needed

[@troypriest4014]

God bless!

[@ProdigySmurf]

At 2:51...I literally laughed out loud 😂

[@hugostiglitz8465]

A little off topic but how long do these hst transmissions generally last providing proper maintenance and not beating the machine?

[@arthurr8670]

I would assume long enough. I've worked on older transmissions like this, and it doesn't have any issues.

[@alexcross5166]

I had a Kubota bx 1860 it had 3000 hours on it when I sold it. The HST was like new the problem was the engine needed a rebuild. I told the guy about it and it went down the road at a fair price.

[@hugostiglitz8465]

@@arthurr8670- Thank you for the information, I appreciate it.

[@hugostiglitz8465]

@@alexcross5166- Thank you for the info..much appreciated.

[@frankanddanasnyder3272]

Fuel filter..couple of bucks, labor to change ..$50.

[@mtcruse]

@2:55 - TIME!

[@frankanddanasnyder3272]

Sorry ..that was a lot of hydraulic fluid that flowed out when you changed the filter. Just drain the fluid, change the filter, put the hydraulic fluid back in....

[@MessicksEquip]

Yea, I'm slow.

[@brandonberg8694]

I'm not a fan of this method. More opportunity for contamination and capturing 30+ litres of oil and replacing it is much slower and more difficult.

[@jefferylebowski7355]

Haha AvE unboxing!

[@MessicksEquip]

I wondered if anybody would catch that.

[@keadog1838]

Eye protection!

[@beat22]

don't use a wrench to tighten the filters 🤣🤣