Enjoyed your struggle video! Loved to see that it's not only me struggling whilst taking care of the tractor. I am in the Interior of Alaska where the bears are plenty. Your videos really help me out. The closest tractor shop is 4.5 miles to the south. I am grateful. You and your family are always welcome here in the interior of Alaska. Be well, Mike
I'm hoping to get some time in the shop to do some better video on basic maintenance stuff this winter. Hopefully, you have a nice warm shop to work in!
Nice job Micah! Your video helped me Alot!! Yes my filter was on super tight also!!! I used a fabric wrench and 1/2" rachet; it works a lot better! Still was silly how tight the had the original!!! Your video was Great!!! Thank you again!! I'm not much for subscribing to peoples channels! I will yours!!
they make a filter socket/ cup with a 3/8 drive that fits on the hex end of the filter. ( that's what those dimples are for ) you can find them at napa or other auto shops, so with a short ext. and a ratchet wrench you can wrench on the outside of the frame and easily remove the filter
I feel your pain I have a 2022 my 240e and I liked to never hit the hydraulic filter off. After poking a hole with a pair of filter channel locks I had to use a regular giant pair of channel locks. Tightest filter I’ve ever seen
I’m in the process of trying to figure out how to get the hydraulic filter off! I’ve mangled it with the filter wrench, but it still won’t budge! It makes me wonder how much damage they’ve done in assembly. Like I needed to use a breaker bar just to get the oil drain plugs out.
@GMC-qo9xi I've had sonw folks tell me that they had to stab a screwdriver through the filter to get some leverage! A lot of manufacturers will put filters on before painting machines so paint doesn't get in sensitive areas. I think LS employs gorillas, though!
@@HomesteadBandwagon I finally got it off… the 30$ filter wrench didn’t help at all-even when I extended the handles with 4’ iron pipes! Lol… just crushed the filter as it slid its way around. So I made a simple tool that took about 10 minutes to make… I took a deep 3/4” spark plug socket and cut a 2” slit (3” deep socket). Took a 2” wide ratchet strap and cut about a foot of strap off. Made a loop with the strap by putting the two ends flat together and slid them down into the slit. Put the loop over the mangled filter, attached 1/2” socket wrench/rachet and started ratcheting it until it was super tight, then added a 4’ long pipe onto the handle for serious leverage and it just had no choice but to turn. It’s an excellent tool by comparison to the filter wrench. Pretty sure the screw driver method would have torn its way around, but I was thinking of trying it until I googled and found this method.
Generally, I'd agree, but in this case, the entire mounting frame would have had to come off just to give my hands a tiny bit more room. Those stinking hoses were the real issue - I'm pretty sure they installed the filter first, then shoved the hoses under. I'm sure glad that the new filter has way more clearance!
On this oil change, I used a normal 10W-30 for diesel engines, but I might use 15W-40 in the future. The filter here is an LS 4049065, which was a different size than the OEM filter. I just did another oil change at 200 hours, and the filter was back to the original size, which kinda bummed me out: ua-cam.com/video/fnVlva4S2d4/v-deo.html
Do you have a video on the hydraulic filters that need to be changed too? I'm at 50 hours on mine and needing to do those and a oil change. I figure they're super simple, but I try to watch a video before I attempt anything.
I'm fixing to do that in the next couple of weeks! If you decide to dive-in, one of the filters has a surprising amount of fluid behind it. You'll need to have a gallon or two of fluid to replace what is lost and a tray to catch the fluid you're losing.
@@HomesteadBandwagon I was able to find a video on it after I commented. But only for the hydraulic filter. Their method was to use a vacuum on the fill hole when removing the filter to reduce fluid loss. I was going to do it today, but don't have a filter wrench big enough, so having one shipped in. I did find that my cordless Milwaukee vacuum, if take the head off the hose, the flex hose then fits almost exactly over the fill hole. I'm not sure if I'll need to do the same for the HST filter since I wasn't able to find a video, but I'll try it out tomorrow.
Not to be a whiner, but could you turn down the music in your video's just a tad? I'm finding that I have to turn up the volumn to hear you, then I get blasted out of my chair when the music starts. The music on my decible meter is averaging about 20 points higher than your voice. I do love your LS tractor videos though.
Bro, with LS 4041 HST manual says the engine oil filler cap is located on the left side near the fan but no label. Is that right? Can't see on your video coz it's beary dark but it seems similar to yours. 2 drain plugs 1 filter and 1 filler cap
Oil depends on your region and usage. Around here, we use 10W30, or 15w40. 10w30 is a little better in colder areas, as the 15w40 is a bit thicker. That being said, I usually use 15w40 and let the machine warm up a little longer. Check with your dealer/manual rather than relying on me, for sure! My machine took about 1.5 gallons, but, again, check your book. Don't want anyone blowing up their machine on my account!
Heck if i know! Some machines will reset on their own after a certain number of ignition cycles with no fault present. Others need to be reset by the dealer
Enjoyed your struggle video! Loved to see that it's not only me struggling whilst taking care of the tractor. I am in the Interior of Alaska where the bears are plenty. Your videos really help me out. The closest tractor shop is 4.5 miles to the south. I am grateful. You and your family are always welcome here in the interior of Alaska. Be well, Mike
I'm hoping to get some time in the shop to do some better video on basic maintenance stuff this winter. Hopefully, you have a nice warm shop to work in!
Nice job Micah! Your video helped me Alot!! Yes my filter was on super tight also!!! I used a fabric wrench and 1/2" rachet; it works a lot better! Still was silly how tight the had the original!!!
Your video was Great!!!
Thank you again!! I'm not much for subscribing to peoples channels! I will yours!!
they make a filter socket/ cup with a 3/8 drive that fits on the hex end of the filter. ( that's what those dimples are for ) you can find them at napa or other auto shops, so with a short ext. and a ratchet wrench you can wrench on the outside of the frame and easily remove the filter
That definitely would have been nice. Unfortunately, the loader frame was in the way. It's way easier to take off with the new filter, though
I feel your pain I have a 2022 my 240e and I liked to never hit the hydraulic filter off. After poking a hole with a pair of filter channel locks I had to use a regular giant pair of channel locks. Tightest filter I’ve ever seen
The PAIN! THE AGONY!!
I’m in the process of trying to figure out how to get the hydraulic filter off! I’ve mangled it with the filter wrench, but it still won’t budge! It makes me wonder how much damage they’ve done in assembly. Like I needed to use a breaker bar just to get the oil drain plugs out.
@GMC-qo9xi I've had sonw folks tell me that they had to stab a screwdriver through the filter to get some leverage! A lot of manufacturers will put filters on before painting machines so paint doesn't get in sensitive areas. I think LS employs gorillas, though!
@@HomesteadBandwagon I finally got it off… the 30$ filter wrench didn’t help at all-even when I extended the handles with 4’ iron pipes! Lol… just crushed the filter as it slid its way around. So I made a simple tool that took about 10 minutes to make… I took a deep 3/4” spark plug socket and cut a 2” slit (3” deep socket). Took a 2” wide ratchet strap and cut about a foot of strap off. Made a loop with the strap by putting the two ends flat together and slid them down into the slit. Put the loop over the mangled filter, attached 1/2” socket wrench/rachet and started ratcheting it until it was super tight, then added a 4’ long pipe onto the handle for serious leverage and it just had no choice but to turn. It’s an excellent tool by comparison to the filter wrench. Pretty sure the screw driver method would have torn its way around, but I was thinking of trying it until I googled and found this method.
Dang. That's intense. Might have to make a few of them for the shop just in case a customer comes in with a similar situation
Taking that FEL off really helps!
Generally, I'd agree, but in this case, the entire mounting frame would have had to come off just to give my hands a tiny bit more room. Those stinking hoses were the real issue - I'm pretty sure they installed the filter first, then shoved the hoses under. I'm sure glad that the new filter has way more clearance!
Excellent, hey, do you mind telling which oil filter you used and the oil?
On this oil change, I used a normal 10W-30 for diesel engines, but I might use 15W-40 in the future. The filter here is an LS 4049065, which was a different size than the OEM filter. I just did another oil change at 200 hours, and the filter was back to the original size, which kinda bummed me out: ua-cam.com/video/fnVlva4S2d4/v-deo.html
@@HomesteadBandwagon thanks sir!
I came for the bear facts.
Well, you had a loooooooong wait
Any issues with the fuel pump smoking and smelling electrical plastic smell.
Haven't seen that one happen. Sounds like a pain in the neck!
What type/model oil and filter did u use?
Do you have a video on the hydraulic filters that need to be changed too? I'm at 50 hours on mine and needing to do those and a oil change. I figure they're super simple, but I try to watch a video before I attempt anything.
I'm fixing to do that in the next couple of weeks! If you decide to dive-in, one of the filters has a surprising amount of fluid behind it. You'll need to have a gallon or two of fluid to replace what is lost and a tray to catch the fluid you're losing.
@@HomesteadBandwagon I was able to find a video on it after I commented. But only for the hydraulic filter. Their method was to use a vacuum on the fill hole when removing the filter to reduce fluid loss. I was going to do it today, but don't have a filter wrench big enough, so having one shipped in. I did find that my cordless Milwaukee vacuum, if take the head off the hose, the flex hose then fits almost exactly over the fill hole. I'm not sure if I'll need to do the same for the HST filter since I wasn't able to find a video, but I'll try it out tomorrow.
I've seen the vaccuum trick. Seems pretty cool, but if you're not making a mess, you're not having fun!
Never mind the strap wrench type get the ratchet wrench drive type
I can't fit a dang ratchet style one in there, but i picked up a nice slim slip joint wrench plier thing. Works great!
@@HomesteadBandwagon I’m strongly looking at the LS tractors
They make some good machines. The most important thing is having a good dealer to work with. You'll be married to them for years
A lot of LS and Kioti machines are like this for the first filter change. afterwards, they are fine. It is very common. They hire a lot of gorillas.
Buddy. The struggle is real.
Not to be a whiner, but could you turn down the music in your video's just a tad? I'm finding that I have to turn up the volumn to hear you, then I get blasted out of my chair when the music starts. The music on my decible meter is averaging about 20 points higher than your voice. I do love your LS tractor videos though.
I'm better at operating tractors than I am at editing video, and I kinda stink at operating tractors...
Bro, with LS 4041 HST manual says the engine oil filler cap is located on the left side near the fan but no label. Is that right? Can't see on your video coz it's beary dark but it seems similar to yours. 2 drain plugs 1 filter and 1 filler cap
Sounds right to me. 1 filler cap and 2 drains.
What oil , and how much ??
Oil depends on your region and usage. Around here, we use 10W30, or 15w40. 10w30 is a little better in colder areas, as the 15w40 is a bit thicker. That being said, I usually use 15w40 and let the machine warm up a little longer. Check with your dealer/manual rather than relying on me, for sure! My machine took about 1.5 gallons, but, again, check your book. Don't want anyone blowing up their machine on my account!
How do I reset my service light
Heck if i know! Some machines will reset on their own after a certain number of ignition cycles with no fault present. Others need to be reset by the dealer