Reviving a Vintage Kubota Diesel Tractor: Engine and Transmission Repair

TLDRIn this video, we explore the process of reviving a vintage Kubota diesel tractor. The tractor has been parked for a few years due to transmission issues and a locked-up engine. We strip it down, fix the engine, and investigate the gearbox noises. We also discuss its potential uses, such as dragging logs and operating a rotary hoe. Despite the challenges, the tractor shows promise at an affordable price.

Key insights

🚜The tractor has been parked for a few years due to transmission issues and a locked-up engine.

⏱️We strip down the tractor to assess the engine and transmission problems.

🔧The engine had water in the cylinders, causing it to lock up, but we manage to flush it out and get it running smoothly.

🛠️There are gearbox noises that need investigation, and we suspect worn-out bearings and possibly damaged gears.

💰Despite the challenges, we are optimistic about reviving the tractor due to its potential uses and affordable price.

Q&A

Why was the tractor parked for a few years?

—The tractor was parked due to transmission issues and a locked-up engine.

How did you fix the engine?

—We stripped down the engine and flushed out the water that had caused it to lock up. After that, we lubed up the cylinders and got it running smoothly.

What are the potential uses of the tractor?

—The tractor can be used for dragging logs and operating a rotary hoe. It's a great asset for tasks that require some extra power.

What is causing the gearbox noises?

—We suspect the gearbox noises are due to worn-out bearings and possibly damaged gears. We will investigate further to pinpoint the exact issue.

Is it worth reviving the tractor?

—Yes, despite the challenges, we believe it is worth reviving the tractor. It shows promise at an affordable price and has potential for various tasks.

Timestamped Summary

00:00Introduction: We introduce a vintage Kubota diesel tractor with transmission and engine issues.

02:27Assessing the engine: The engine is locked up due to water in the cylinders. We work on flushing it out and getting it running smoothly.

07:17Investigating gearbox noises: We suspect worn-out bearings and possibly damaged gears to be the cause of the noises.

09:08Discussing potential uses: The tractor can be used for dragging logs and operating a rotary hoe, making it a useful asset.

19:40Conclusion: Despite the challenges, the tractor shows promise at an affordable price, making it worth reviving.

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