I just bought a kubota L2650 from my mom a few weeks ago. The temp is getting colder. We don't get extreme cold but we do get lows in the 20s an 30s. I don't use the tractor daily. Thought about putting a block heater in it to where I could plug it in if I know I will use it when it does get cold. I could get a kit for about $50.
- Thread starter Jdr315
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I have had several Skid steer loaders with Kubota motors. The block heater was just an element that screwed into the cylinder head. You just remove a plug and screw the heater in and install the cord. If there is a kit to do this on your tractor than I would do that over the radiator hose type. The hose type waste heat by heating water outside of the cylinder block where it is really needed.
buickanddeere
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A good idea. Reduced battery, alternator and starter wear. Reduces engine wear & reduces fuel consumption.
Blackhole49
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I also use the Katz lower hose unit in both of my small (F-2000,B7100) Kubotas. One is plugged in all winter (SE MI) and I cover the engine with a heavy old quilt (in barn). The other is only plugged in if needed. Makes a huge difference on start up and the cab heater works from the get go. Started doing this 10 years ago and never saw a difference in my electric bill. My theory is; once it is warm, it takes very little electricity to keep it warm. By covering, it also warms up the hydraulics and fuel.
My Woods mower has a Kubota D 722 diesel. Takes a Katz freeze plug heater in back of block. Finding one that fits is a major trial. Internal parts inside water jacket make a very difficult to fit. Especially since Katz was building a mirror image of what was needed. My mower also gas a snowblower sand a cab so cold weather starting is a plus!
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