#51 kubota L2501 Bro-Tek 3" wheel spacers installation.
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- čas přidán 10. 09. 2024
- here's a kinda long video of my installation of the Bro-Tek 3" aluminum wheel spacers for my Kubota L2501.
The instructions were a bit confusing, but was quite simple. I went from the stock
55.1" width to 61.1" I'll be adding tire chains now, and you need spacers for chains to fit. $340 with shipping on these spacers.
I know this video is older but I just wanted to send out a thank you. Between the Chinese and Wisconsin instructions I was able to understand and get mine installed. I will say I didn’t struggle nearly as badly getting my tire back on. All I did was chock my tires, take off the break and put it in neutral then rotated the drum to match the tire. No sweat. I was on a flat surface which made it safe.
Lol, glad it helped. I've since learned that they're French Canadian, (New Brunswick) so there's the language problem. It's been the best thing I've done for my tractor as far as stability goes.
Thank you for explaining in detail the taper, non taper part of the installation. I am about to go out and install mine on my L3800. Fellow cheese head here. BTW Richard at Bro Tek is really good when it comes to backing and supporting his product, and customers. These spacers are quality made and machined beautifully.
Absolutely my favorite addition. The stability is awesome.
My land also has sloping terrain. Your generosity in sharing the entire process has given me the confidence to go for it. So far my implements are 60" so I think I'll be going with 2 1/2" spacers, bringing my L2501 from 58.1" to 60.1" which made me realize that yours is probably 61.1". I understand that the three inchers serve your purposes well. I appreciate what you do to assist those in the L Series world and beyond.
You are welcome! They make a huge difference in stability. I also enjoy the much lower air pressure I run. Very noticeable traction and ride improvements. Thank you
I saw your reply to the Jack-wagon. You know the one. You are very correct. Thanks for the videos sir!
Hey thanks man, lol. Yeah some trolls just gotta be trolls i guess. And you are welcome for the video. I just shot another with my new side by side I need to edit and upload yet. Take care!
Thanks for taking the time to make this vid. I will be doing this next week. Very helpful
Thank you, I love the 3", and love the stability it added. Wish I'd of done it right away.
Nice job, will be putting some spacers on my L3901 for next spring.
Thanks, I can't stress enough to go with 3". It's like owning a new tractor.
These are not Chinese but quality canadian made spacers, just installed 3” spacers on mine and couldn’t be happier
Thanks for the info. The only thing that has me convinced it wasn't American was the instructions were English, but originated by someone who doesn't speak English. Much of the instructions just didn't make sense. But other than that I couldn't be happier with them and glad I went with 3"on each side
@@ironheadbiker they are made in New Brunswick. I think the owners speak French as 1st language but are bilingual.
Makes sense. Thanks. I'll say this, WORTH EVERY PENNY, It made my tractor feel like it should, solid and sure footed. It looks normal now, not skinny and top heavy.
@@ironheadbiker i received mine for my L3901 on friday. I ordered them thursday. I'm in Nova Scotia, so not too far from New Brunswick but still, getting the package within 24 hours is impressive. And the way they package the spacers is also great, they make sure they don't get damaged during shipping.
Most definitely! It was a little confusing figuring out what nuts went where and how, since some were flat, and others tapered, but then my Wisconsin arse figured it out. Using a 2x4 under the tires and adjusting the lift sure saved me from having to fight those heavy tires and wheels.
I live by a Cabella's outfitter(80 miles), and when I order from them it's always next day delivery. UPS guy said, yeah. Save the delivery charge, you don't need it
So after 2 years, how have the aluminum spacers worked out? I am concerned about the aluminum ones. How many hours have ya got on the spacers to date?
Absolutely love the spacers. No issues whatsoever. Such improved stability.
What are those quick hitch hooks you have on your 3 point? What's the advantage?
They're called "Pat's quick hitch" they're awesome. Here's why.
1. Most quick hitches have a category 2 pin size, so you have to buy sets of category 1 bushings for EACH implement you own.
2. Many implements are not quick hitch compatible. Meaning the 3 points are not all the size distance apart. Most quick hitches are a fixed width and height up to the top link. The welded quick hitches may not fit because the top link is a different distance. Many quick hitch top links can adjust the height of the top link eye, but many of them require a guy to unbolt the top link eye to adjust it, even if it's quick hitch compatible. Top link eyes are at different heights.
With the Pat's system, it can move with you lower arms to different widths, they're cat 1 pin size, so no bushings required, and then you just need a 4" longer than stock top link (mine was $30) and you can adjust the top link to fit ANY 3 point implement. Where this really comes in handy is if you go to an auction and get a great deal on say a rear blade. It may not marry up to a quick hitch. But it will ALWAYS fit a Pat's quick hitch because nothing has really changed from your stock tractor, except that now you don't have to pin you lower arms on, (and wrestling with the implement) you just go under it and then lift your lowers and the J hooks will catch the pins and then the locking levers will click into place above the pin locking it in. Then you just hook up your top link and you're in business. Most quick hitches are $3-500 PLUS bushings can run $30/ pair. Pat's cost me $209 on Amazon plus a $30 top link.
Any trouble after a years time?
Looking at Bora spacers for my 3901 to put chains on.
I absolutely love them. I wish I'd done it from new. The stability "feel" is very noticeable. Don't hesitate. It's been 2yrs and no problems. I'm running huge 5/8" chains and they have plenty of room. It's easier to hook up 3 point implements because of the added room, my lower lift arms have more sway room, and tons of more stability when using my finish mower.
Thanks for the video. My L2501 will be delivered next week and this will be my first mod. How do you feel about adding 4'' spacers instead of 3"?
I personally don't think it'll hurt because they just can't operate real heavy loads. The larger issue to keep an eye on is the width of the tires vs the width of your attachments. I run mostly 68" (snowblower) and 72" in the rear, however the front bucket is 66", you'll still be within that even adding 8" total width. The stability added is way worth the "risk" of damaging bearings. It literally changed the way my tractor "feels" when operating on hillsides.
thanks@@ironheadbiker
How have they held up since you put them on? How many hours?
300 hrs no issues, absolutely love them. The stability is very noticeable
@@ironheadbiker thanks. I’ll go ahead and get them then. I really need the extra stability.
It will feel like an all new machine. It'll take you up to 61" wide and that still will be narrower than the 66" bucket. It gave me great clearance for my tire chains as well.
Thanks for posting. do you have the part number or link? I have the same tractor and want to do this aswell
bro-tek.com/products/view.php?&eid=60160448
Here's where I got mine. I couldn't be happier, but they were a little deceptive, showing the US flag on their website, but the instructions give away that they're Chinese. Hard instructions to follow. But I'm glad I went 3", it made all the difference!
I need to remove my fluid filled rear tire tonight that weighs 400lbs+ to install the hydraulic lines for my 3rd function kit. Any tips for getting it back on where I will still be able to move in the morning? I plan on getting the bro-tek spacers in the spring and your video will be very helpful for that project.
I used 2 long pry bars to lift, but a 2x4 or 2x6 on the ground out away from the tire while it's on the lugs, that holds the tire a little higher than when on the lugs, so you can roll the tire up onto the 2x4, then tip it into the lug bolts. So if a 2x4 is an inch and a half thick, Have your tire jacked up higher so it can tip off onto the board, but when you remount have the lugs a little lower so you can tip it down onto the lugs. With a board you can roll the tire to line up the lugs.
@@ironheadbiker Much appreciated!
Nice work. Looking to do this soon myself and am wondering if using my backhoe stabilizers along with a dolly under the tire may help with the fun part of getting tire lined up and back on. Thanks for the video.
Yeah I don't regret it 1 bit. Should've done it right off. 3" on each side made such a huge difference. I think that backhoe idea would work great, like using the loader arms to jack up the steer tires.
@@ironheadbiker yeah, leaving that bucket on is pretty smart, to counteract that front axle pivot. Gonna do the deed today. Thanks again.
Good luck! I can honestly say I don't regret it 1 bit! It handles and feels soooooo much better, and it actually looks like it should now. So many compact tractors just look way too top heavy because they're so narrow in the rear. I only just found out that the bx23's are actually WIDER in the front than the rear end(I watched Biff's equipment widen his). That's just crazy to me! He had to widen his just to even it up with the front. Pretty easy job, marking the nuts with paint or a marker sure make it easy for a quick check on tightness of all lugs (especially the ones holding the spacers on) once done. Mine haven't loosened a bit after almost 25hrs of work.
@@ironheadbiker Got it done-way easier with the backhoe than I thought it would be. Thanks again for all the good tips.
Great news! Glad it went smoothly. Bet it looks 10x's better
Congratulations... you just voided your warranty.
I'll take the stability. And it didn't void the warranty. Jesus you're stupid. Like they can't come right back off. Jesus
Where is your impact gun??? I think my grand mother could have done it quicker. If you wanna got the agricultural tires and rims they're offset and you don't even have to do what you're doing. I've made a habit of not buying anything from china. Period.
Thanks, I wasn't out for speed. I've got one, but like old school sometimes. I thought per their website it was American, didn't realize until I received them they were Chinese, like I said in the video. Don't need ag tires around here, wish r14's were an option at the time, I'd of bought them. You should also make a practice of keeping your mouth shut if you got nothing positive to say, because I doubt anybody cares. Thank for watching.
John Jaco, your a douche bag!
Been going through the process with Bro-Tek (asking a million questions) and just to clarify these spacers are 100% manufactured in New Brunswick, Canada. They have a great reputation and Richard (owner?) has been providing me with exceptional customer service even before I pull the trigger on the purchase. Yeah the instructions are a bit off but probably because their primary language is French. Less than perfect instructions is usually a tip off to crappy Chinese junk but that’s not the case here.
Yep. I'm glad of the correction. I will state that this should've been my 1st mod, as to how much better it made my tractor "feel" in my daily usage. They're awesome and worth every penny.
Also add - I appreciate the slow walk through the process since I’ll be doing this outside in the cold and I need all the encouragement I can get. Nothing wrong with old school and elbow grease, until I hit the lottery that’s pretty much how I gotta do everything.