What's SO important to note here is that there are several types of pumps and dcv systems out there. This is likely a pretty basic open center dcv on a basic fixed displacement pump. You can get in a lot of trouble once it gets a single step more sophisticated than that.
There's really no difference. I've put on over 180hrs on the mod and the tractor doesn't perform or sound any different - I had a specific purpose in mind - I needed to lift a +1200lb load to lift onto a flatbed truck and the stock FEL wouldn't do it. After the mod - I was able to lift it with the help of a box blade mounted to the rear of the tractor as a counterbalance. Of course, I can't recommend you to take this project on yourself as it will void your warranty and the liability is too high - as with increased lifting capacity comes increased possibilities for damage, injury or death. Thanks for watching and for the comment!!
Just curious on your results. I've a L2501 also, and am positive these tractors are awesome workhorses, but also cut way down on their abilities. I believe it's the same exact engine as the L3301, yet less hp to come in under the clean air standard. So would I be right in assuming that it could easily be brought up to the 3301's specs, without any concerns. And then following that guideline, we'd be able to assume the frame being the same as a L3901, we'd be able to assume the tractor could handle up to the 3901's lifting abilities? Obviously I used ASSUME intentionally. I don't know all the ratings or differences between the models for their hydraulic pumps and if other components are different sized. I've always heard about the shims, and what a great video showing it. Thank you soooooooo much. I did a huge project last year digging out clay to put in a new driveway, and sometimes she stained going into the new pile of 3/4 limestone to lift a full bucket. That's a lot of weight in the 66", but low and slow worked fine. Thanks for the video
I don't know the answer to that. Off the bat - I know that the 2017 L2501 comes with a 1.6L engine and the L3301 & L3901 come with a 1.8L engine but all of that is just off the top of my head. Thanks for watching and for the comment!!
Thanks for the video, however, I would have liked to have seen something about the pressure gauge, what one you got, where you connected it, maybe moving the camera back a little bit so we could see that?
Did raising the pressure workout pretty good so far? Picked up a L2501 HST about 2 months ago and love it! Now I need the 3rd function kit and grapple. Really considering the 55" EA wicked root grapple, the 48" MTL is a great price tho. Keep the videos coming !
Great video , I can't believe it was that easy. I have a similar problem lifting as I'm often just a hair shy of what I need to load metal coils(1000lbs+) onto a rack. A friend of mine is a farmer and he said they do this mod often to for specific tasks with their tractors. Definetly need that extra weight on the rear of the tractor. Mine is a Grand L and even with loaded tires you can float the rear end at stock max lift capacity without any assweight, and you can easily tip it on a tight turn when front wheels are at maximum camber..I might do the mod with just one of the smallest shims. A hundred pounds would make all thre difference for me.
Thanks for your comment Mr. Allen! These machines are VERY handy and I find myself using them for more and more around here. Like you - I needed just a little more lift to get a specific job done. I have no regrets about bumping the pressure up. In fact, since making this video I've had several people contact me stating that over time, the relief valve gets weak - reducing you lift capacity. keeping a few shims and a pressure gauge around would probably be a good part of regular maintenance. Thanks for the comment and taking the time to watch my video. Please subscribe if you haven't already.......I'd be honored if you did!
Sure: 0.1 Shim 31351-37970 0.2 Shim 31351-37960 0.4 Shim 31351-37950 The gauge and connection can be found here: www.boltonhooks.com/product/hydraulic-pressure-test-gauge/ Thanks for your comment and for watching my video! You're continued support means a lot to me!
They wouldn't tell me what max pressure would be. They told me "yeah...it will handle that" but never gave me a hard number. Just remember that with added weight comes added wear and tear on your machinery. Bearings, seals and shafts are all performance matched to lifting capabilities so BE VERY CAREFUL!! Also, the ability to lift heaver loads also makes your tractor less stable the higher the bucket goes..... Thanks for watching. Please like, subscribe and hit that notification bell - I'd really be honored if you did. God bless.....
Sure: 0.1 Shim 31351-37970 0.2 Shim 31351-37960 0.4 Shim 31351-37950 The increase is working out fine for me for several months. Thanks for watching and leaving a comment!
great video man. thank you. Would you happen to have any part numbers for those shims? The parts guys at my local dealer will not sell them to me and I think I’ll have to order online. Thank you- Steve Collins Groveland Ma
I just bought a gauge to check the pressure on my new L2501, but not sure what size hydraulic fitting to buy, to adapt to the gauge. Could you tell me what size female quick connect fitting I need? I assume I should get a female, since its the easiest one to access on the FEL. Thanks for your informative video.
Mine uses 3/8" Pioneer quick couplers BUT - I've also seen some in 1/2" Pioneer. I know this doesn't give you the answer your looking for but. might I suggest you get a 3/8" from somewhere you can return it if it's NOT what is on yours. Thanks for watching and for your comment!
@@BotaTrac Thanks for your reply. I ended up going to Messicks website and found a parts diagram for the LA525 and just ordered the same coupling that comes with the loader.
This is very good info to have. I am not sure if I will try it as I just blew a hydraulic line. As the tractor gets some age, the hydraulic lines are susceptible to fail or a weak link. Logic tells me higher pressures will just make that happen sooner. But I still am happy to have this knowledge so thanks for sharing. 👍
Great video I should be getting my l2501 in a couple weeks I hope. Not to worried about lifting more so much but a stronger loader even at the bottom range would be nice. But I was curious with the added psi did you notice any performance gains in the speed of operation. Im getting a back hoe and I think the added pressure would be maybe a benefit there
You're going to be super happy with that tractor. It's heavy. Got lots of power and in low range she's a bull! As far as increased performance - I don't think so... I didn't bump the Hydraulic PSI up that much - just enough to be able to lift a dump bed onto my Ford F250. Sometimes I feel like maybe it's a little snappier and other times I don't know if I think it really isn't "snappier" because maybe I'm just use to it....(Sorry, I know I didn't REALLY answer your question). I can tell you this about performance.....The max idle screw is set and then wired with a security wire so that it can't be adjusted up without breaking off the security wire - which voids your engine warranty. There are a lot of guys who claim that the engine is capable of a lot more power and torque - but is "limited" for emission reasons. I don't know if I buy into that but, if you find out from the dealer's mechanic when you take delivery - I'd sure like to know. Thanks for watching and commenting! Again, you're really going to love that tractor. Please don't forget to like, share and subscribe! Talk again soon!
@@BotaTrac thanks for the info ill have to ask most all diesel engines are so I'd assume this is the same. In regards to under tuning it. Think im 2 weeks out still but hope to till my garden under as soon as I get it.
I DO HAVE a hydro drive and I honestly can't say that I NOTICED a speed difference. You would think that by increasing pressure - you would be increasing speed. The only difference I noticed was the lifting capacity in the loader AND in the rear lift arms. Thanks-a-million! I really appreciate your comment and support!
Bota, why did you need to increase the loader pressure? Were you not getting the amount of lift or were you attempting to increase the responsiveness of lift on FEL? Just curious. Full-watch. Have a fine Friday and weekend.
Hello sir! Good to hear from you again! I needed more lift and this is how I obtained it. Of course, I can't recommend to take this project on yourself as you will void your warranty and the liability is too high - with increased lifting capacity comes increased possibilities for damage, injury or death. Thanks for watching and for the comment!!
Yes. I was able to do the job I wanted to do. Otherwise - there's no difference in the way the tractors runs or sounds. This all came about because I had a +1200lb load to lift onto a flatbed truck and the stock FEL wouldn't do it. After the mod - I was able to lift it with the help of a box blade mounted to the rear of the tractor as a counterbalance. Of course, I can't recommend to take this project on yourself as you will void your warranty and the liability is too high - with increased lifting capacity comes increased possibilities for damage, injury or death. Thanks for watching, thanks for the sub and thanks for the comment!!
Thank you so much for posting this video. I have a l3901 with the same loader and it definitely could use a little more. Doesn’t even work the tractor at all. Does it void the warranty for the entire tractor or just the hydraulic system?
I am under the impression that any modifications to your tractor can/will void your warranty. PLUS: I can't recommend to take this project on yourself as the liability is too high and with increased lifting capacity comes increased possibilities for damage, injury or death. Thanks for watching and for the comment!!
it was for me! I had a very specific job I needed done and it worked out well for me. THAT SAID: I can't recommend you take this project on yourself as the liability is too high and with increased lifting capacity comes increased possibilities for damage, injury or death. Thanks for watching and for the comment!!
I'm happy with it. Of course, I can't recommend you to take this project on yourself as you will void your warranty and the liability is too high - with increased lifting capacity comes increased possibilities for damage, injury or death. Thanks for watching and for the comment!!
Sure: 0.1 Shim 31351-37970 0.2 Shim 31351-37960 0.4 Shim 31351-37950 The increase is working out fine for me for several months. Thanks for watching and leaving a comment! PLEASE NOTE: Of course, I can't recommend that you take this project on yourself as it will void your warranty and the liability is too high - as with increased lifting capacity comes increased possibilities for damage, injury or death. Thanks for watching and for the comment!!
Any port will give you a reading. just make sure to rev the engine up to PTO operating speed and take 3 readings. Let me know how you make out! Thanks-a-million! I really appreciate your comment and support!
Not too sure this is a good idea. I doubt it will have all that much difference for the possibility of damage for doing it. It may increase lifting capacity without any damage, but I am pretty sure the risk isn't worth it unless one knew more about it being safe knowing more about the system. Hope you have a follow up after using it with a load that you can lift with the extra pressure you couldn't otherwise. But even lifting in the range it is suppose to with raising the pressure could cause premature problems.
Follow-up! I have been using it for months now. No problems so far. I DO need to counter weight the rear-end or the loader will pick up the rear end. Thanks for your comment!
Great for me! I especially love my rear remotes - don't know how I ever got by without them and use them almost every day. THAT SAID: as far as raising the pump pressure - I can't recommend you take this project on yourself as the liability is too high and with increased lifting capacity comes increased possibilities for damage, injury or death. Thanks for watching and for the comment!!
I'm still happy with it a few months later....Of course, I can't recommend you take this project on yourself as it will void your warranty and the liability is too high - as with increased lifting capacity comes increased possibilities for damage, injury or death. Thanks for watching and for the comment!!
I don't know for sure - I haven't measured it. I needed to lift 1280lbs onto the back of a truck. With a box blade on the rear of the tractor I had no problem safely lifting and moving the load. Thanks for watching and leaving a comment!!
I really don't know exactly...this all came about because I had a +1200lb load to lift onto a flatbed truck and the stock FEL wouldn't do it. After the mod - I was able to lift it with the help of a box blade mounted to the rear of the tractor as a counterbalance. Of course, I can't recommend to take this project on yourself as the liability is too high and with increased lifting capacity comes increased possibilities for damage, injury or death. Thanks for watching and for the comment!!
I don't know for sure - I haven't measured it. I needed to lift 1280lbs onto the back of a truck. With a box blade on the rear of the tractor I had no problem safely lifting and moving the load. Thanks for watching and leaving a comment!!
I have been using it for months now. No problems so far. I DO need to counter weight the rear-end or the loader will pick up the rear end. Thanks for your comment!
It's to bad you dont have a before and after scale measurement of how many lbs your loader could pick up I always wondered how many lbs your gaining per psi. I shimmed my bx also I set mine to 1950 I was scared to go any higher I have heard of guys running their bx up to 2500psi also but I wasnt going to risk it
Yeah - I'd be curious to know what the max is but I have to be careful. Of course, I can't recommend you to take this project on yourself as you will void your warranty and the liability is too high - with increased lifting capacity comes increased possibilities for damage, injury or death. Thanks for watching and for the comment!!
Thanks for the video. My loader lift is suppose to be 1155 pounds. I have a jump shear that weighs 1120 lbs. It won't lift it, do you know about how much raising the pressure to 2600 lbs. will lift? thanks Dave
I've never measured it so I'm not sure. I needed to lift a load and place it on top of a Ford F250 flat bed. I did have to counter weight the tractor by attaching my box blade to keep the rear end on the ground. Thanks for your comment!!
I was able to do the job I wanted to do. Otherwise - there's no difference in the way the tractors runs or sounds. This all came about because I had a +1200lb load to lift onto a flatbed truck and the stock FEL wouldn't do it. After the mod - I was able to lift it with the help of a box blade mounted to the rear of the tractor as a counterbalance. Of course, I can't recommend to take this project on yourself as you will void your warranty and the liability is too high - with increased lifting capacity comes increased possibilities for damage, injury or death. Thanks for watching and for the comment!!
I would comfortably say that the small increase I did increased lifting capacity a few hundred pounds easily at a guess. I appreciate your comment and thank you for your support!! Please don't forget to like, share and subscribe!
bought Kubota L2501 2nd day started hiccups like misfire, Dealer kept for 12 days, put more than 4 hours, Got worse, make more damage to the tractor, Now I have nothing but REMORSE. I should have bought KIOTI ..!!
Yikes. What are they going to do about that? I've never had a single problem with mine outside of some hydraulic fittings that used to weep now and then. I'll keep my eye out for your answer. That shouldn't be and the dealer should be miking that right. I appreciate your comment! Please keep 'em coming!! also, Please like, share and subscribe!
I do all my own maintenance. The couple times I have it down to the shop it came back with a problem it didn't have before I brought it there. Nothing big - little stuff but either way - I'm sure that if there was some sort of damage - they'd find out somehow that I wrenched on it. I'm sure they see a lot of that kind of thing and know when there's been a mechanical failure or a failure caused by someone who did something they weren't supposed to. Thanks for watching and for the comment!!
What's SO important to note here is that there are several types of pumps and dcv systems out there. This is likely a pretty basic open center dcv on a basic fixed displacement pump. You can get in a lot of trouble once it gets a single step more sophisticated than that.
Thanks for your comment!
I have the B2601 but these videos are helpful. Love anything Kubota 👍
Glad you like them! Thanks for watching and please keep those comments coming!
Full watch Both Trac. I would like to hear what you think about the change in power, now that you have stepped it up a bit. Thanks for the video.
There's really no difference. I've put on over 180hrs on the mod and the tractor doesn't perform or sound any different - I had a specific purpose in mind - I needed to lift a +1200lb load to lift onto a flatbed truck and the stock FEL wouldn't do it. After the mod - I was able to lift it with the help of a box blade mounted to the rear of the tractor as a counterbalance. Of course, I can't recommend you to take this project on yourself as it will void your warranty and the liability is too high - as with increased lifting capacity comes increased possibilities for damage, injury or death. Thanks for watching and for the comment!!
Just curious on your results. I've a L2501 also, and am positive these tractors are awesome workhorses, but also cut way down on their abilities. I believe it's the same exact engine as the L3301, yet less hp to come in under the clean air standard. So would I be right in assuming that it could easily be brought up to the 3301's specs, without any concerns. And then following that guideline, we'd be able to assume the frame being the same as a L3901, we'd be able to assume the tractor could handle up to the 3901's lifting abilities? Obviously I used ASSUME intentionally. I don't know all the ratings or differences between the models for their hydraulic pumps and if other components are different sized. I've always heard about the shims, and what a great video showing it. Thank you soooooooo much. I did a huge project last year digging out clay to put in a new driveway, and sometimes she stained going into the new pile of 3/4 limestone to lift a full bucket. That's a lot of weight in the 66", but low and slow worked fine. Thanks for the video
I don't know the answer to that. Off the bat - I know that the 2017 L2501 comes with a 1.6L engine and the L3301 & L3901 come with a 1.8L engine but all of that is just off the top of my head. Thanks for watching and for the comment!!
Thanks for the video, however, I would have liked to have seen something about the pressure gauge, what one you got, where you connected it, maybe moving the camera back a little bit so we could see that?
Sorry about that. I purchased mine from here: www.boltonhooks.com/hydraulic-tools Thanks for the comment!
Did raising the pressure workout pretty good so far? Picked up a L2501 HST about 2 months ago and love it! Now I need the 3rd function kit and grapple. Really considering the 55" EA wicked root grapple, the 48" MTL is a great price tho. Keep the videos coming !
Yes! I been using it all summer so far without any problems. My grapple too! Thanks for watching and leaving a comment!!
Great video , I can't believe it was that easy. I have a similar problem lifting as I'm often just a hair shy of what I need to load metal coils(1000lbs+) onto a rack. A friend of mine is a farmer and he said they do this mod often to for specific tasks with their tractors. Definetly need that extra weight on the rear of the tractor. Mine is a Grand L and even with loaded tires you can float the rear end at stock max lift capacity without any assweight, and you can easily tip it on a tight turn when front wheels are at maximum camber..I might do the mod with just one of the smallest shims. A hundred pounds would make all thre difference for me.
Thanks for your comment Mr. Allen! These machines are VERY handy and I find myself using them for more and more around here. Like you - I needed just a little more lift to get a specific job done. I have no regrets about bumping the pressure up. In fact, since making this video I've had several people contact me stating that over time, the relief valve gets weak - reducing you lift capacity. keeping a few shims and a pressure gauge around would probably be a good part of regular maintenance. Thanks for the comment and taking the time to watch my video. Please subscribe if you haven't already.......I'd be honored if you did!
Can you list the part #s for the shims and the parts list for the gage and connection.
Sure:
0.1 Shim 31351-37970
0.2 Shim 31351-37960
0.4 Shim 31351-37950
The gauge and connection can be found here:
www.boltonhooks.com/product/hydraulic-pressure-test-gauge/
Thanks for your comment and for watching my video! You're continued support means a lot to me!
Ya I'm going to check mine tommorow and try to raise the pressure to about 2600 psi?.. what did your dealer tell you the maximum should be?
They wouldn't tell me what max pressure would be. They told me "yeah...it will handle that" but never gave me a hard number. Just remember that with added weight comes added wear and tear on your machinery. Bearings, seals and shafts are all performance matched to lifting capabilities so BE VERY CAREFUL!! Also, the ability to lift heaver loads also makes your tractor less stable the higher the bucket goes..... Thanks for watching. Please like, subscribe and hit that notification bell - I'd really be honored if you did. God bless.....
Nice! What are the part numbers for those shimmies? Could you do an updated video on the performance and results?
Sure:
0.1 Shim 31351-37970
0.2 Shim 31351-37960
0.4 Shim 31351-37950
The increase is working out fine for me for several months. Thanks for watching and leaving a comment!
great video man. thank you. Would you happen to have any part numbers for those shims? The parts guys at my local dealer will not sell them to me and I think I’ll have to order online. Thank you- Steve Collins Groveland Ma
I just bought a gauge to check the pressure on my new L2501, but not sure what size hydraulic fitting to buy, to adapt to the gauge. Could you tell me what size female quick connect fitting I need? I assume I should get a female, since its the easiest one to access on the FEL. Thanks for your informative video.
Mine uses 3/8" Pioneer quick couplers BUT - I've also seen some in 1/2" Pioneer. I know this doesn't give you the answer your looking for but. might I suggest you get a 3/8" from somewhere you can return it if it's NOT what is on yours. Thanks for watching and for your comment!
@@BotaTrac Thanks for your reply. I ended up going to Messicks website and found a parts diagram for the LA525 and just ordered the same coupling that comes with the loader.
Great! Let me know how you make out!
This is very good info to have. I am not sure if I will try it as I just blew a hydraulic line. As the tractor gets some age, the hydraulic lines are susceptible to fail or a weak link. Logic tells me higher pressures will just make that happen sooner.
But I still am happy to have this knowledge so thanks for sharing. 👍
Thank you Greg!! I blew one once on a bobcat and i definitely gets your attention! Thanks for watching.
Great video I should be getting my l2501 in a couple weeks I hope. Not to worried about lifting more so much but a stronger loader even at the bottom range would be nice. But I was curious with the added psi did you notice any performance gains in the speed of operation. Im getting a back hoe and I think the added pressure would be maybe a benefit there
You're going to be super happy with that tractor. It's heavy. Got lots of power and in low range she's a bull! As far as increased performance - I don't think so... I didn't bump the Hydraulic PSI up that much - just enough to be able to lift a dump bed onto my Ford F250. Sometimes I feel like maybe it's a little snappier and other times I don't know if I think it really isn't "snappier" because maybe I'm just use to it....(Sorry, I know I didn't REALLY answer your question). I can tell you this about performance.....The max idle screw is set and then wired with a security wire so that it can't be adjusted up without breaking off the security wire - which voids your engine warranty. There are a lot of guys who claim that the engine is capable of a lot more power and torque - but is "limited" for emission reasons. I don't know if I buy into that but, if you find out from the dealer's mechanic when you take delivery - I'd sure like to know. Thanks for watching and commenting! Again, you're really going to love that tractor. Please don't forget to like, share and subscribe! Talk again soon!
@@BotaTrac thanks for the info ill have to ask most all diesel engines are so I'd assume this is the same. In regards to under tuning it. Think im 2 weeks out still but hope to till my garden under as soon as I get it.
great video. i have a different question: did you notice a speed difference (assuming you have a hydrostatic drive)?
I DO HAVE a hydro drive and I honestly can't say that I NOTICED a speed difference. You would think that by increasing pressure - you would be increasing speed. The only difference I noticed was the lifting capacity in the loader AND in the rear lift arms. Thanks-a-million! I really appreciate your comment and support!
Bota, why did you need to increase the loader pressure? Were you not getting the amount of lift or were you attempting to increase the responsiveness of lift on FEL? Just curious. Full-watch. Have a fine Friday and weekend.
Hello sir! Good to hear from you again! I needed more lift and this is how I obtained it. Of course, I can't recommend to take this project on yourself as you will void your warranty and the liability is too high - with increased lifting capacity comes increased possibilities for damage, injury or death. Thanks for watching and for the comment!!
Have you noticed any difference in performance/capacity yet? Great video. I have the same machine and subscribed last night. Nice work !
Yes. I was able to do the job I wanted to do. Otherwise - there's no difference in the way the tractors runs or sounds. This all came about because I had a +1200lb load to lift onto a flatbed truck and the stock FEL wouldn't do it. After the mod - I was able to lift it with the help of a box blade mounted to the rear of the tractor as a counterbalance. Of course, I can't recommend to take this project on yourself as you will void your warranty and the liability is too high - with increased lifting capacity comes increased possibilities for damage, injury or death. Thanks for watching, thanks for the sub and thanks for the comment!!
Thank you so much for posting this video. I have a l3901 with the same loader and it definitely could use a little more. Doesn’t even work the tractor at all. Does it void the warranty for the entire tractor or just the hydraulic system?
I am under the impression that any modifications to your tractor can/will void your warranty. PLUS: I can't recommend to take this project on yourself as the liability is too high and with increased lifting capacity comes increased possibilities for damage, injury or death. Thanks for watching and for the comment!!
How much of a difference in lifting power did this make? Was it worth the adjustment?
it was for me! I had a very specific job I needed done and it worked out well for me. THAT SAID: I can't recommend you take this project on yourself as the liability is too high and with increased lifting capacity comes increased possibilities for damage, injury or death. Thanks for watching and for the comment!!
I have the same tractor and I was wondering how much of a real world difference this makes ?
I'm happy with it. Of course, I can't recommend you to take this project on yourself as you will void your warranty and the liability is too high - with increased lifting capacity comes increased possibilities for damage, injury or death. Thanks for watching and for the comment!!
Sweet, seems simple enough. You wouldn't happen to have the part #'s for those shims handy would you?
Sure:
0.1 Shim 31351-37970
0.2 Shim 31351-37960
0.4 Shim 31351-37950
The increase is working out fine for me for several months. Thanks for watching and leaving a comment!
PLEASE NOTE: Of course, I can't recommend that you take this project on yourself as it will void your warranty and the liability is too high - as with increased lifting capacity comes increased possibilities for damage, injury or death. Thanks for watching and for the comment!!
@@BotaTrac
Thanks!
How is it performing about to do the same thing will it lift more than just loaded tires can ballast ?
Yes it will! I have to attach my box blade to keep the rear end from lifting off the ground. My read tires are also loaded. Thanks for your comment!!
which port or hose did you connect the gauge to?
Any port will give you a reading. just make sure to rev the engine up to PTO operating speed and take 3 readings. Let me know how you make out! Thanks-a-million! I really appreciate your comment and support!
Good job!
Awesome! Thanks for watching and leaving a comment!!
Not too sure this is a good idea. I doubt it will have all that much difference for the possibility of damage for doing it. It may increase lifting capacity without any damage, but I am pretty sure the risk isn't worth it unless one knew more about it being safe knowing more about the system. Hope you have a follow up after using it with a load that you can lift with the extra pressure you couldn't otherwise. But even lifting in the range it is suppose to with raising the pressure could cause premature problems.
Follow-up! I have been using it for months now. No problems so far. I DO need to counter weight the rear-end or the loader will pick up the rear end. Thanks for your comment!
I would love to know how your tractor is performing. Are you happy with this mod?
Great for me! I especially love my rear remotes - don't know how I ever got by without them and use them almost every day. THAT SAID: as far as raising the pump pressure - I can't recommend you take this project on yourself as the liability is too high and with increased lifting capacity comes increased possibilities for damage, injury or death. Thanks for watching and for the comment!!
Awesome
Thanks! I really appreciate your comment!
How did it perform after you made the pressure change?
I'm still happy with it a few months later....Of course, I can't recommend you take this project on yourself as it will void your warranty and the liability is too high - as with increased lifting capacity comes increased possibilities for damage, injury or death. Thanks for watching and for the comment!!
Is the mod and warranty void worth it? What about renting a mini?
That's a good idea too..... Thanks for watching and leaving a comment!!
How much extra lift weight did it give you??
I don't know for sure - I haven't measured it. I needed to lift 1280lbs onto the back of a truck. With a box blade on the rear of the tractor I had no problem safely lifting and moving the load. Thanks for watching and leaving a comment!!
How many pounds of lift did you gain, approximately?
I really don't know exactly...this all came about because I had a +1200lb load to lift onto a flatbed truck and the stock FEL wouldn't do it. After the mod - I was able to lift it with the help of a box blade mounted to the rear of the tractor as a counterbalance. Of course, I can't recommend to take this project on yourself as the liability is too high and with increased lifting capacity comes increased possibilities for damage, injury or death. Thanks for watching and for the comment!!
have you tested your weight lift difference?
Yes! it seems to work fine for me. I really like the extra power. Thanks for your comment!
@@BotaTrac thanks waiting for mine to come in
How much did it increase the lift capacity?
I don't know for sure - I haven't measured it. I needed to lift 1280lbs onto the back of a truck. With a box blade on the rear of the tractor I had no problem safely lifting and moving the load. Thanks for watching and leaving a comment!!
How did it work out?
I have been using it for months now. No problems so far. I DO need to counter weight the rear-end or the loader will pick up the rear end. Thanks for your comment!
It's to bad you dont have a before and after scale measurement of how many lbs your loader could pick up I always wondered how many lbs your gaining per psi. I shimmed my bx also I set mine to 1950 I was scared to go any higher I have heard of guys running their bx up to 2500psi also but I wasnt going to risk it
Yeah - I'd be curious to know what the max is but I have to be careful. Of course, I can't recommend you to take this project on yourself as you will void your warranty and the liability is too high - with increased lifting capacity comes increased possibilities for damage, injury or death. Thanks for watching and for the comment!!
What part number do you have that raised the pressure to 2600
0.1 Shim 31351-37970
0.2 Shim 31351-37960
0.4 Shim 31351-37950
@@BotaTrac Thank you so much
Thanks for the video. My loader lift is suppose to be 1155 pounds. I have a jump shear that weighs 1120 lbs. It won't lift it, do you know about how much raising the pressure to 2600 lbs. will lift? thanks Dave
I've never measured it so I'm not sure. I needed to lift a load and place it on top of a Ford F250 flat bed. I did have to counter weight the tractor by attaching my box blade to keep the rear end on the ground. Thanks for your comment!!
Great mod - and nice conservative bump - I think 2600PSI will work great, and is well within a reasonable increase! Would not change a thing!
Awesome. Thanks for the comment!
any issues with this mod to date?
Nope! so far - so good. I have been using it for months now. Thanks for your comment!
Was It pretty noticeable with additional pressure ?
I was able to do the job I wanted to do. Otherwise - there's no difference in the way the tractors runs or sounds. This all came about because I had a +1200lb load to lift onto a flatbed truck and the stock FEL wouldn't do it. After the mod - I was able to lift it with the help of a box blade mounted to the rear of the tractor as a counterbalance. Of course, I can't recommend to take this project on yourself as you will void your warranty and the liability is too high - with increased lifting capacity comes increased possibilities for damage, injury or death. Thanks for watching and for the comment!!
Also if you had to guess about how much did it increase?
I would comfortably say that the small increase I did increased lifting capacity a few hundred pounds easily at a guess. I appreciate your comment and thank you for your support!! Please don't forget to like, share and subscribe!
What parts number of the part
0.1 Shim 31351-37970
0.2 Shim 31351-37960
0.4 Shim 31351-37950
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bought Kubota L2501 2nd day started hiccups like misfire, Dealer kept for 12 days, put more than 4 hours, Got worse, make more damage to the tractor, Now I have nothing but REMORSE. I should have bought KIOTI ..!!
Yikes. What are they going to do about that? I've never had a single problem with mine outside of some hydraulic fittings that used to weep now and then. I'll keep my eye out for your answer. That shouldn't be and the dealer should be miking that right. I appreciate your comment! Please keep 'em coming!! also, Please like, share and subscribe!
If you have to take it to the dealer take the shims out first. Later
I do all my own maintenance. The couple times I have it down to the shop it came back with a problem it didn't have before I brought it there. Nothing big - little stuff but either way - I'm sure that if there was some sort of damage - they'd find out somehow that I wrenched on it. I'm sure they see a lot of that kind of thing and know when there's been a mechanical failure or a failure caused by someone who did something they weren't supposed to. Thanks for watching and for the comment!!
i stress my front axle more than I should already.
VERY SMART OF YOU! It's easy to forget about weight limits and push things too far. Thanks for watching and leaving a comment!!
I have a l 4300 kutota 2005
How's it holding up for you?? Thanks for watching and leaving a comment!!