KUBOTA BX HST FAN BROKE! (now what?)

What you might consider if your HST fan on your Kubota BX tractor breaks.
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[@PineyGroveHomestead]

Definitely not one of Kubota's finer engineering moments, Jon. Enjoyed the video. Tractor Hard! 🚜💪!

[@ritterjon]

Sometimes I think they purposefully make things difficult just to charge service and repair fees. Keep on tractoring!

[@TractorTimewithTim]

How does one really KNOW if they need the fan unless they add an oil temperature gauge? Adding the oil temp sensor certainly enlightened me about over-heating oil on the 1025r.

[@twinbrookacres]

I bought my Massey used a few years ago. Noticed a year later that the fan was damaged. Never had a problem. Perhaps the cooler New Hampshire weather helped. I replaced it any way. It was a difficult repair, and i understand it is much easier than other tractors. Its protected now by a plate!

[@patstewart2145]

Just bought my BXexpanded skid plate. Received in two days. Very easy install! Well worth the money!

[@markpontes4457]

They have hydraulic cooler in front of the radiator that's the important part! It would be Nice to see a Test of trans temp with and without a fan !

[@turbotona25]

The BX does not have a transmission cooler

[@duaneneal3421]

I had a branch get in there and sheared my fan blades. I live in the Phoenix area so I need all the cooling I can get. I replaced it myself. I used a hole saw to make access to the bolt securing the drive shaft. Did not have to remove the entire sheet metal floor and fender assembly. A 1” plastic plug fills the hole when done. I got the BXpanded protection installed after that.

[@BigDsHomestead]

Could you post a video and explain what/how you did that? Lucas Peek did his and I think it took all about an hour or hour and a half. He drilled a he on the hump below the seat allowing access to get to fan bolts. Its amazing that kubota engineers cant come up with a fix, yet youtubers can. These engineers need to be fired, IMO. I'm.not sure if Paul Short gmhas ever did this and made a video, but he explained that its a very long process. I have a lot of his mods on my bx1880. I highly recommend him and wife Kathy.

[@grega-kendalheightsdecorwo9511]

Currently 355 hours on my 2019, no issues with broken fan blades. Really no major issues at all to speak of. Been a great tractor to own and operate.

[@bry8890]

what part of the country are you located and what's the hottest temps you have operated without a fan? Mine just broke and I am located in middle TN. It gets pretty warm out here. Also I feel like if Kubota were to find out I was running with a broken fan they would void my warranty.

[@stevestock2439]

Enjoyed your vid, thanks for putting it together. I was one of the Facebook guys that said to fix the fan and get the bxpanded under armor. That piece of steel adds about 25lbs and you are right it is easy peasy to put on/take off. I really like their products most recently purchased the ripper and quick change bracket- all top shelf items. Cheers. Steve

[@rodbagley1686]

I got the root ripper and the 6 inch trenching bucket. Got the quick attach for the backhoe too. Love them.

[@MyClutteredGarage]

That looks like a great design and great protection!

[@MannistoCay]

Hey Jon , yeah I had to stick go up didn’t take out my HST fan but it did smoosh my fuel pump. Had to get a new fuel pump. I got an Amazon one not a Kabota one the Kabota one was $500! Good video I’m sure that BX expanded would like to have you promote their products. Snows a melting today! 52°F today. 🥵👍🏼🚜🌴

[@michaelfinney2160]

Great information ! Kubota should have come up with an easier way to change it or maybe a two piece fan. Even a removable panel to get to without removing the entire fender assembly. Have a Blessed Day

[@jamesharless5357]

Hi John, I have one of the BXpanded skid plates under my BX 23S and Love it with no problems. Great video!👍🏻

[@roadglide1142]

I got the exact same skid plate just for the the protection of that fan 👍

[@PurpleCollarLife]

That’s a great fan shield! I need one for my tractor. I had to replace my HST fan on my Deere once. It was not an easy task, but I did make a video about how to do it easier for people with the 2210 like me.

[@ritterjon]

I remember seeing that video! Keep on tractoring!

[@Offgridselfeff]

Just got my BX2680 love. It can ask for a better tractor Curtis cab heater. Cause I can't take the cold anymore. Works great love watching your videos

[@rleb4545]

Thanks for the video.. I have 300 hours on my BX23S. I fan has been gone for quite some time. I bent the original skid plate so i took it off and discovered the fan was missing. I am glad you put that bottom plate from BXpanded.. I have purchased from them before. Keep doing what you do!

[@tractortalkwithgary1271]

It probably isn’t even appropriate for me to weigh in on this subject as I have an L series with gear drive. To me, it doesn’t seem that Kubota would go to the trouble and expense of putting those on the BX series if they weren’t absolutely necessary. It’s kind of like with is. We can live with one arm or one leg, or even one eye, but they are there for a reason I really like the idea of the guard. Much like a grill guard for those of us who work with our tractors in the woods. Especially those with a grapple.

[@greggass1866]

I love my bx body armor. Especially being in the mountains.

[@BillyP55]

Wish they had a skid plate for my JD 1025R. Always getting grass and vines wrapped around driveshafts.

[@timwilcoxsr2712]

Better to be safe than sorry, not much room under there to fix that.

[@justinfinke9249]

Happy Easter bud! Great video as always!

[@kphyfe]

Always good to watch your video's. I have a few Bxpanded products myself. They make good stuff for sure. Thank you for all your informative videos I really enjoy them.

[@ritterjon]

Thanks for watching! I appreciate your support! Keep on tractoring!

[@davidmartin7660]

I would just suggest making sure to wash under the tractor on occasion so any HST fins are kept clear of mud and debris. Nice job

[@justinauman5438]

I like the skid plate but I don’t like the fact you can’t have a pto shaft with it

[@PeeksPeakHobbyHomestead]

I was glad to see how the BXpanded skid plate works. I've considered it. I would say that climate is a huge factor in whether or not you SHOULD run without the fan. I discovered my fan was broken while washing my tractor after bush hogging on a 90+ day. I noticed the steam coming off my transmission and knew it shouldn't have been that hot. It didn't seem to be hurt, but I am also sure that would shorten the fluid life. Just my thoughts. Thanks for sharing the video! Y'all have a good day!

[@ritterjon]

Always important to check those fluid levels. Wish there was a temp gauge for HST fluid. Keep on tractoring!

[@PeeksPeakHobbyHomestead]

@@ritterjon that would make a great mod!

[@halsnyder296]

Being in Hawaii (not really a cooler climate), I put the underarmor on within a week of getting my BX2680

[@mitchz.6234]

Good info Ritter!! Will check out BX Bandit.

[@watkinstreefarm6880]

I don't have a Kabota but that armor would be a nice insurance plan. Take care my firend.

[@tempusveritas8901]

Thank you I am a new 2380 owner. This looks like a good idea. It should work well with my RCR1248 those nasty red brush that tend to whip.

[@noelstractors-firewood57]

Just for entertainment comment. I am into garden tractors. Old ones. I have 6 out of my 12 garden tractors that are hydros. Broken fans are one thing, but a lot of old garden tractors never have the cooling fins cleaned on the hydro unit. So, even if the fan is there, in those cases they are not getting cooled the way they should. Dirt, grass and oil plug up these units. Any way, those fans and cooling fins are there for a reason. Right. Those units are not much different than a automatic transmission in your car. If it over heats that’s not good. You will have trouble at some point. So, just my opinion, it would be best to fix those fans, and keep the cooling fins clean on the unit. My oldest garden tractor is a, 1970 John Deere 140H3. Its a hydro. I use it for snow removal and grass cutting. Take care of them and they will last a long time. Again, just my opinion. Have a great day.

[@tractortalkwithgary1271]

I agree Noel.

[@BAMFWOODS]

Hey hey yes yes I have the bro tek plate. Awesome but a pain to deal w when you want to work on it and service. Not that big of a deal but ya know. Keep on keep on

[@differenthandyman938]

I learned about that aftermarket under armour the hard way, broke the fan. No BX tractor should be sold without it in my opinion.

[@ryanvalleyirrigation]

Hi Jon I never had the issue because. My Kubota bx1880 has a snow plow I use to clean my trail. I get off pick up Sticks . Then I get back on and go back clean the trail. Even. There are sticks I can take the plow and move sticks unless they are big and move them. I never had to deal with it at all because I look for sticks.on the trails

[@gregritter377]

Good job John well explained well Showen

[@conradbelveal7709]

Great video as usual! Is there any way Kubota would officially comment on the HST fan importance?

[@ritterjon]

I don’t think any Kubota employee would publicly say a fan isn’t needed. They would alway err on the side of caution. Keep on tractoring!

[@rickdavid1795]

I got one for my BX. It’s nice

[@thegreatnorthwoodswithbb2863]

Nice little tractor for snow blowing and lawn mowing.. but I would keep it out of the brush. Too small of a tractor for that type of work in my opinion

[@ritterjon]

It seems to handle brush just fine. Keep on tractoring!

[@ronwig7665]

Hi John, how’s my girls doing,miss Brielle sweet smile and voice,yes I would like a sticker

[@rockandrattleretreat5830]

Already have a belly guard and wheel spacers😮

[@thegreatnorthwoodswithbb2863]

Slick little set up but over $170 😬

[@richardjessup6721]

Ya John very poor design by kubota . I also have bro-tek & bxpanded skid plates. Bxpanded much easier to put on & take off. Have many more accessories from bxpanded - good company!

[@lowercherty]

Amazing. My 51 8N doesn't need skid plates....

[@rundeks]

Great video!! Come on random chance for a sticker!!

[@vandettec]

Sorry I am not used to kubota , what is the other drive shaft in the back ground when you showed the skid plate for ?

[@timkd5vmv583]

Great video!! Stay Safe!

[@williamfenner9915]

You can inadvertently have something come up under the tractor in the winter months also

[@ritterjon]

Maybe, but for my situation clearing paved areas away from any possibility of branches falling would be very unlikely. Keep on tractoring!

[@williamfenner9915]

@@ritterjon OK 👍

[@mendel1973]

love your channel

[@defleppal]

I shredded the blades off mine the first hour of using my brand new bx23s 😢now I’m debating on replacing it.

[@ritterjon]

Oh no! If you have Kubota insurance KTAC. You will be covered, maybe a small deductible. Anyways, pretty dumb fan placement for sure. Keep on tractoring!

[@defleppal]

@@ritterjon I’ll have to look at the paperwork. I do have their insurance they offered but not sure if there are different plans. I contacted the salesman and he said it wasn’t covered but only stated by warranty. I ordered the fan and will probably just replace it when I do the 50 hour service. I’ll do the hack I’ve seen where you drill a 1 inch hole.

[@TimeAfterTym]

Are the fans made of that material of which they make Nyla bone dog toys? It seems like it wouldn’t break if they did. Surely that fan can be replaced with a metal one but would a metal one be too strong and break when it’s attached to other fan driveshaft or the fan axle whatever you call it

[@ritterjon]

Cheap plastic that breaks and gets brittle with time. Not a good design. Keep on tractoring!

[@KrazyKajun602]

I don't need it to cut grass. I have the BX2680. I don't use mine like a logger piece of equip.

[@kylem204616]

Its a easy fix only like 40 bucks. Takes a hour or 2. If u drill 1 hole im your floor board.

[@ritterjon]

I’ve seen that method being done. One hole and it seems to save a lot of time. Keep on tractoring!

[@ronnieferguson5706]

Just wondering if you can buy the keep on tractoring sticker did not see it in the store

[@ritterjon]

Unfortunately not, it’s not available yet. I need to convince my wife to make some more and start selling them. Keep on tractoring!

[@jeffreyjohnson1828]

Would like to win a keep on tractoring decal.

[@D70340]

Its totally a sh*t design. And kubota never even bothered to put a guard in there to protect the fan. Its like they designed it to fail on purpose, burn up the transmission, then you`d buy another tractor from them. I just wish i had looked deeper into all the BX problems BEFORE i bought one.

[@matthewkirichkow5279]

What is the shaft that's up against the frame for?

[@ritterjon]

For the front axel maybe is what you’re referring to. Four wheel drive. Keep on tractoring!

[@danyoder3534]

If it’s not necessary then why did they put one on it

[@ritterjon]

I’ve never heard of anyone having a HST transmission overheat. My BB thought is it’s there for added security. It’s also a great way for dealers to make some extra repair money. Keep on tractoring!

[@LordBLB]

why in the world they didn't make them out of metal is beyond me.

[@ritterjon]

Or instead of a fan use an oil cooler in front of the radiator. Keep on tractoring!