Culverts and a Dead Kioti - Sheesh!

Used the Kioti CK2610 to dig and install a culvert in our driveway. First time installing a culvert with the tractor but I got it done; however, the day didn’t go without a scare. My heart can’t take days like that! Stick around to the end and let me know if something like that has happened to you. Thank you for watching!

[@Moselli56]

New to your channel but I sure like your videos! I’m having a ck2610 with cab delivered Friday. I’m really learning by watching you so thanks so much for doing them!!

[@MakeitHappen1]

Thanks brother! I appreciate that. I know you will enjoy your 2610 and a cab too… wow, that’s awesome!

[@brianhillis3701]

My kioti ck4010 se died due to a bad safety box (where sensors go to determine if it should shut off) . Only 18 hrs on it. Dealer has had many of these failures. You can easily bypass the box to get your tractor out of the field and remove attachments and implements.

[@MakeitHappen1]

Good to know, if that happens again

[@lonewolfFirearms]

I had something similar to that with the continuous flow lever. My granddaughter who is 3yrs old was in the barn with me and wanted to sit on the tractor while I was cleaning up. Well after she left I stayed my tractor and tried to raise the 3 point hitch and it would not go up. I realized she had pushed that lever back so I put it back in the middle and my 3 point worked just fine. Scary moment for me not knowing what was wrong. So I can understand how you felt.

[@MakeitHappen1]

I was so relieved that it was as simple as the lever!

[@charlesreed6404]

Ask your dealer about a recall. May not be the same issue but my CK3510SE was stalling out as well. Many times, often when I had the loader in the air loaded. Dangerous. Ended up being a recall from Kioti and they changed out parts in the seat/seat safety mechanism. After a while trying to diagnose, finally I wasn't able to start it at all. Tossing error codes on the hour meter (F26/1669/END). Keep a close eye on everything on your tractor. Check every bolt/fasteners you can get/see to often. Including under the hood. I've had hyr leaks, coolant leaks all over the place. I have a list a mile long of what's gone wrong or broke in its first 160 hrs. Most of my frustration is with the dealership. All could have been tolerated if I had a good dealer. Watch the finish closely also, I have rust showing already where there was lack of power coating at the factory, and that's with only 160 hrs outside. Undercover otherwise. An example is your power coated toolbox brackets. These rusted out first, including the poor zinc dichromate U-bolts. Good luck. Good video!

[@MakeitHappen1]

Thank you. I definitely try to keep an eye on things. You’re right about the loose bolts, etc. I constantly run around checking (and finding) loose bolts. I
Hoping that my accidentally leaving the rear remote engage was the problem. Seems to be running fine since then. Thanks for watching

[@kendrury3713]

Hey man, you've been laying low for a while. Always good when it's a operator error and no damage.I grew up using farm equipment and most repairs were fairly easy, but with these newer tractors when something goes wrong is a big oh no!

[@MakeitHappen1]

Yeah, our house will be finished in the next few months. I will have more opportunities then to make videos as there will be plenty to do. I was very thankful and relieved that it was a simple remedy!