another project kubota 2201

[nigel 1,876]

just to keep me busy this winter i have another project to do at the same time as handy landy this will be a quick one though we pulled it into the workshop at 12 and by 4pm we had it stripped of its clothes and when i say WE i mean my boy Karl and me, all ian did was drink my coffee

 

 

 

[pmackellow 2,738]

What age is that then Nigel and what's the plans for it ??

[diggerjames 543]

Looks good Nigel I used to have A B7001 I think ! It was a good tool used to climb mountains !

[nigel 1,876]

not sure of age paul i need to do some research 70s-80s it will be used on an estate mainly in the sand school for grading and towing a trailer for the gardener the problem is its an import and none of the numbers match up with records over here

yes james this one pulls like a train

[pmackellow 2,738]

Just looked it up on Google, made 1976 to 1985

[nigel 1,876]

all info you can find paul would be very welcome

[Triumph66 1,256]

I have always rated the Kubota garden tractor as the best on the market. I have bought several new ones over the years when I worked for the National Trust. Always reliable and does what it's supposed to do. I am trying to persuade one of my customers to buy a B series Kubota as the old Iseki one is beginning to play up.

[nigel 1,876]

i need a new seat cover for it, anyone got an idea where i can get one please

[pmackellow 2,738]

If you Google the model number there's a site called tractordata.com, very useful

[meadowfield 1,900]

Nice find Nigel, look forward to the restore....

[paul 64]

Where I work there are loads of watercress beds. They have always had kubotas and I dont think I have ever seen any break down yet. There is also quite a few dealers for them around this area. (Hampshire)

[Stormin 4,458]

I'd like to get my paws on one of those engines. One can dream.

[Tom 215]

Very nice, I look forward to this. I have a 1501 kubota tractor and it's brilliant, it's only 15hp but pulls really well and the hydraulics are strong.

Good luck with it.

Tom

[Triumph66 1,256]

If anyone is looking for a good used Kubota (or John Deere or Iseki for that matter) garden tractor, I would check if your local National Trust garden property got one that is being replaced as the NT would have it serviced annually and all safety checks done daily. These tractors would be used but not abused as the NT are very strict on safety and maintenance records. Furthermore, the garden staff would ensure that they are cleaned after use and are stored under cover for security reasons this keeping them out of the elements. Typically the NT would change the tractors every 8 years due to depreciation but in my experience (and I worked at few properties in my career) they didn't really need replacing as they were so well looked after. When I part exchanged an Iseki for a Kubota a few tears back, the dealer couldn't keep a straight face as he knew that he would make a good profit on the overall sale. Just a thought for anyone on the lookout for one.

[nigel 1,876]

found a problem today the hydraulics on this haven't been used in years any way they went up but now wont go down, they seemed to have locked up any help would be welcome Ian has had a look and cant work it out ether, has any one got a manual for these or at least tell me what lever does wot cos its baffling me

[Ian 2,417]

I have to say that this is a very nice machine.. If a little ugly at the front..

The engine sounds good, with no exhaust it sounds great

 

If anyone has any ideas on the 3 point hydraulics it would be good to hear.. As Nigel mentioned above the lifting arm are stuck in the up position. You can move them a very little up and down but you can hear a "metal clonking" sort of sound..

A stuck valve somewhere perhaps?

[Tom 215]

Hi guys,

I'm sure you have checked but just to make sure, the knob under the seat is fully screwed out isn't it? As that locks the hydraulics arms.

Tom

[Ian 2,417]

Hi Tom, yes it is fully screwed out..

[Tom 215]

Hi,

Did you check the hydraulic oil filter screen? I presume the hydraulic pump is definitely pumping oil?

Tom

[Ian 2,417]

Hi Tom.. Where would we find the hydraulic oil filter screen? and how would we check if the pump is working?

Yes both Nigel and I are a bit new to this kubota lark

[Tom 215]

Hi,

The hydraulic oil filter screen is located on the same side as the clutch and is just in front of the rear axle on the side of the transmission. It should be painted red but the paint has most likely worn off.

I would imagine the pump is working because from what I understand the arms went up but won't go back down. However, you can check the pump is working by loosening off the pipe that goes from the pump to the three point housings very slightly and see if any hydraulic oil comes out as it should be pressurised, this should give you an indication that the pump is working.

Another fault could be the pressure relief valve. Have you checked this?

If you put the lift arm lever right down and put weight on the arms do they go down? Or are they spongy or are they solid?

It's a matter of eliminating possible faults really, I am no expert but I can try my best to help you guys.

Tom

Location of the filter screen:

Pressure relief valve diagram:

Tom

[Ian 2,417]

Thanks Tom, your being a great help

 

No we have not checked the pressure relief valve yet, it's on the list to check now..

 

The arms stay solid no mater what position the lever is in..

[nigel 1,876]

thanks for your help tom i will check the valve and let you know

[Tom 215]

No problem, hopefully it's just something simple. Keep us updated!

Tom

[nigel 1,876]

Hi tom another update i took the valve out, and the lift arms are still locked up   it seems to me and feels like its something mechanical holding it cos you can move the arms up and down about an inch but you get the sound of a solid clunk. would you have  or know anyone who would have a parts diagram for the rear end of this machine, before i strip it down blind, cheers Nigel.