Thank you Old Guy, You made it all look easy. It took me a lot longer as nothing was easy. I took off the tires easily but then I ran into a snag with the outer tie rod ball joint removal. The RH wasn't too bad using a chisel as you did and whacking it really hard and with a BFH. The LH would not budge so I had to go rent a couple tools from Auto Zone. I got what looked like the size of Pitman puller and a pickle fork (also Pitman). The puller just did not fit, but the pickle fork was used with mighty blows from a 3 pound sledge and even a 8 pound sledge. I waled on that fork and also the housing with the 3 pound sledge and it finally came loose. I ordered two new "boots" for the tie rod ends, the RH one was already messed up and I really tore up the other LH with the pickle fork as warned by other RUclipsrs. Very difficult also removing the old seals so took me altogether only 5 days. I took my time cleaning up old dirty rusty bolts and surfaces. I will get the new boots next week and then I can complete getting it all back together and should last another 16 years or so. I kept referring to your RUclips to ensure correct replacement of gears and such. Mine had an extra snap-ring and spacer on the upper gear. Thanks again so much for your video, awesome reference. Kubota L2800 HST 2004 - 2008?
@@OldGuyDIY I have successfully used the tractor without any indication of a leak or anything. Then today I was brush hoggin and using the loader to push old wood and debris to extend my space behind my barn area when I heard an abnormal cracking and crunching coming from the front axle. I slowly made it up the slope about 50 to 60 yards after spotting a huge space on my right lower axle assembly and gushing out of oil. I must not have properly seated that small split ring as it came undone and chewed its shim up inside it. I just made it into the barn and when I raised the front the right wheel assembly fell off. OoPs!
With 34years of service you have been Blessed. This tractor Most-likely NEVER had a LOADER mounted on the tractor. This "Kubota-System" blows these Seals out once "4 extra ounces" are added to the loaders & 250 hours have used on these "Over-loaded" little "Twack-tors". I fix them ALL the time for my "Out of Warrenty " Compadrey's. They like YOU Sir only want one side done at a time ..... WHY go through the "HASTLE" when in the NEXT 38 miniutes of use the OTHER SIDE ; Will BLOW out . I Will Never do another one ( since my first one) WITHOUT "fireing up my trusty PRESSURE WASHER". l have Never had to do this "Procedure " for myself; maybe because l "Try not to OVER LOAD the front ends & "pound" them onto "Oblivion ". I Always "Pressure Wash" this "Spindle-Knuckel Area" out Constantly ,equalling = NO Leeks & problems so far. My "Compadrey's" Always are "Allergic " to the " Pressure Washer Clean System" and ALL WAYS have problems. Thank you Sir for the Excelent vidio and happy safe tractoring. Best wishes with all your endeavours.
Thank you for commenting. The tractor had a loader on it when I bought it about 20 years ago from a guy with a landscape business in PA. I only fixed one side because I thought it was a failure on only one side and did not stop to think what the root cause may be. I thought it was an old tractor with a leak due to old age and I fixed it. I didn't have any experience with 4WD tractors or Kubotas. I use this tractor about 100 hours per year, mostly bush hogging, tilling and moving snow, with perhaps 10 hours per year of loader time. It has been 3 years since I made the video and gladly, the other side has yet to start leaking. Next spring I will take your suggestion and pressure wash the spindle knuckle area, in hopes of preventing a failure.
@@OldGuyDIY Thank you for the return coments. After all it is "EASY" just talking about "telling some one to FIX it" . I myself have heard this a Thousand times, but have "fixed,rebuilt, rejuvinated, engineered,factory tottaly reconditioned" ,many 10,000's of items. I even "Fix" things that are-not-broke ,because they Most-likely WILL shortly & l plan on living Forever! It's mostly about the "Safty-Component". Happy safe reconditioning.
You are welcome. I enjoy corresponding with people who know more about things than I do. I have done a lot of learning by doing in my life. With the advent of youtube, it saves time, money and frustration watching someone else solve a problem first. Merry Christmas.
Thank you for taking the time to go through this step by step. I'm about to do the same job on a Massey Ferguson frontend which looks very similar to your Kubota.
There is a screw in dipstick on the top of the left, front axle housing. Turn the raised cap counter-clockwise to unscrew the dipstick and see if the fluid is between the hash marks. If not, add fluid until it is. Thanks for watching.
Thank you for making this video and sharing it. I have a L4760Hstc but the housing is pretty much the same, after watching your video I think I should be able to do this myself. Either I fix myself or park the tractor because the dealership cost will be to much for me to bear right now. Thanks !
Well done, both the job as the vid. Can't get on the partslist, as the side is blocked for whatever reason. Mine is a 1993 ( first reg.) L2850D and I am afraid, the lhd side is due for the same work soon. By the way: Is there a level-sensor for the battery electrolyte on the 2550, too? There is a standard battery installed and the warning-lamp is permanently on after firing up the engine.
I enjoyed your video, thanks for sharing! I have about the same tractor with a similar leak which I hope to fix in the near future. I’m sure the references will be helpful for fixing it and also a housing which I have broken. I think I got on top of a downed tree or a stump and broke the housing which covers my front drive shaft, hopefully I didn’t bend the shaft.
Thanks for the complete but concise video. My 1985 L2550 is in need of this repair.
You are welcome. I am glad the video was of value to you.
Very helpful and well done, thank you!
You are welcome. Thank you for taking the time to comment.
REALLY LIKED THE VIDEO LOOKS EASIER TO PUT IT ON THE BENCH AND YOU DIDN'T HAVE TO DISABLE THE HUB ASSEMBLY ! THANKS LEARNED A LOT. GOOD JOB
I am glad you liked it. Thank you for commenting.
I liked the idea of taking the whole unit off and letting gravity help the work. Thanks getting ready to do the same on my older L2800.
Thanks great video I need to do the front seals on my L 2500
Oh and this is from one Old Guy also and a new Subscriber !
Thank you Old Guy, You made it all look easy. It took me a lot longer as nothing was easy. I took off the tires easily but then I ran into a snag with the outer tie rod ball joint removal. The RH wasn't too bad using a chisel as you did and whacking it really hard and with a BFH. The LH would not budge so I had to go rent a couple tools from Auto Zone. I got what looked like the size of Pitman puller and a pickle fork (also Pitman). The puller just did not fit, but the pickle fork was used with mighty blows from a 3 pound sledge and even a 8 pound sledge. I waled on that fork and also the housing with the 3 pound sledge and it finally came loose. I ordered two new "boots" for the tie rod ends, the RH one was already messed up and I really tore up the other LH with the pickle fork as warned by other RUclipsrs. Very difficult also removing the old seals so took me altogether only 5 days. I took my time cleaning up old dirty rusty bolts and surfaces. I will get the new boots next week and then I can complete getting it all back together and should last another 16 years or so. I kept referring to your RUclips to ensure correct replacement of gears and such. Mine had an extra snap-ring and spacer on the upper gear. Thanks again so much for your video, awesome reference. Kubota L2800 HST 2004 - 2008?
Thank you for taking the time to comment. I am glad the video helped you with the once every 16 years adventure.
@@OldGuyDIY I have successfully used the tractor without any indication of a leak or anything. Then today I was brush hoggin and using the loader to push old wood and debris to extend my space behind my barn area when I heard an abnormal cracking and crunching coming from the front axle. I slowly made it up the slope about 50 to 60 yards after spotting a huge space on my right lower axle assembly and gushing out of oil. I must not have properly seated that small split ring as it came undone and chewed its shim up inside it. I just made it into the barn and when I raised the front the right wheel assembly fell off. OoPs!
Same exact axle. I have that exact snap ring tool but I had a bugger of a time with the snap rings!
With 34years of service you have been Blessed. This tractor Most-likely NEVER had a LOADER mounted on the tractor. This "Kubota-System" blows these Seals out once "4 extra ounces" are added to the loaders & 250 hours have used on these "Over-loaded" little "Twack-tors". I fix them ALL the time for my "Out of Warrenty " Compadrey's. They like YOU Sir only want one side done at a time ..... WHY go through the "HASTLE" when in the NEXT 38 miniutes of use the OTHER SIDE ; Will BLOW out . I Will Never do another one ( since my first one) WITHOUT "fireing up my trusty PRESSURE WASHER". l have Never had to do this "Procedure " for myself; maybe because l "Try not to OVER LOAD the front ends & "pound" them onto "Oblivion ". I Always "Pressure Wash" this "Spindle-Knuckel Area" out Constantly ,equalling = NO Leeks & problems so far. My "Compadrey's" Always are "Allergic " to the " Pressure Washer Clean System" and ALL WAYS have problems. Thank you Sir for the Excelent vidio and happy safe tractoring. Best wishes with all your endeavours.
Thank you for commenting. The tractor had a loader on it when I bought it about 20 years ago from a guy with a landscape business in PA. I only fixed one side because I thought it was a failure on only one side and did not stop to think what the root cause may be. I thought it was an old tractor with a leak due to old age and I fixed it. I didn't have any experience with 4WD tractors or Kubotas. I use this tractor about 100 hours per year, mostly bush hogging, tilling and moving snow, with perhaps 10 hours per year of loader time. It has been 3 years since I made the video and gladly, the other side has yet to start leaking. Next spring I will take your suggestion and pressure wash the spindle knuckle area, in hopes of preventing a failure.
@@OldGuyDIY Thank you for the return coments. After all it is "EASY" just talking about "telling some one to FIX it" . I myself have heard this a Thousand times, but have "fixed,rebuilt, rejuvinated, engineered,factory tottaly reconditioned" ,many 10,000's of items. I even "Fix" things that are-not-broke ,because they Most-likely WILL shortly & l plan on living Forever! It's mostly about the "Safty-Component". Happy safe reconditioning.
You are welcome. I enjoy corresponding with people who know more about things than I do. I have done a lot of learning by doing in my life. With the advent of youtube, it saves time, money and frustration watching someone else solve a problem first. Merry Christmas.
@@OldGuyDIY That's using the "ole-noodle".Merry Christmas also. Jesus is the "Reason for the Season".
Thank you. Merry Christmas.
Thank you for taking the time to go through this step by step. I'm about to do the same job on a Massey Ferguson frontend which looks very similar to your Kubota.
Thanks great video
Thanks for the video. I have the same tractor. How can I check if the oil level is low or how much to add?
There is a screw in dipstick on the top of the left, front axle housing. Turn the raised cap counter-clockwise to unscrew the dipstick and see if the fluid is between the hash marks. If not, add fluid until it is. Thanks for watching.
@@OldGuyDIY Perfect. Thanks.
80 /90 gear oil ok?
80/90 gear oil and hydraulic transmission oil are both fine according to Kubota.
Thank you for making this video and sharing it. I have a L4760Hstc but the housing is pretty much the same, after watching your video I think I should be able to do this myself. Either I fix myself or park the tractor because the dealership cost will be to much for me to bear right now. Thanks !
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Hi,those instructions are confuseing,the rubber looks like its faceing up in the shaft houseing knuckel picture and the metal top goes on top.
I will say this style 4wd seems complicating but makes for a very sharp turning 4wd tractor. I can’t believe how sharp my L2850 turns.
I agree.
Well done, both the job as the vid. Can't get on the partslist, as the side is blocked for whatever reason. Mine is a 1993 ( first reg.) L2850D and I am afraid, the lhd side is due for the same work soon. By the way: Is there a level-sensor for the battery electrolyte on the 2550, too? There is a standard battery installed and the warning-lamp is permanently on after firing up the engine.
The battery warning lamp is always on on my tractor. I am not familiar with the electrolyte sensor.
I enjoyed your video, thanks for sharing! I have about the same tractor with a similar leak which I hope to fix in the near future. I’m sure the references will be helpful for fixing it and also a housing which I have broken. I think I got on top of a downed tree or a stump and broke the housing which covers my front drive shaft, hopefully I didn’t bend the shaft.
I got the same problem. Thank you