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    Loaded Cylinder Head for rtv1100

    I purchased an OEM head for my RTV900 from a respected source on ebay. It was complete assembly with head gasket, ready to install. There are numerous ebay dealers listing complete d1105 heads. This is one... New Kubota D1105 Engine Cylinder Head complete w/ valves Condition: New Quantity...
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    RTV 900 Water Pump Replacement

    I needed to replace the thermostat housing which was a major PITA. For best access the seat and plastic center cover had to be removed. Sounds easy enough but the cover screws along the floor were rusted. A combination of cutting and chiseling was required to remove the screws. I would replace...
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    RTV Daily uses, What did you do today with your RTV?

    The stock hydraulic lift had plenty of power to dump the load.
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    RTV Daily uses, What did you do today with your RTV?

    I believe this was the limit for my RTV. While transporting this load to a burn pile the front end felt very light. The bottom shot was not as heavy,
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    RTV x1100c drops to 7mph on some hills

    You could upload the video to YouTube and then post the link to it here. My RTV900 will bog down a lot more on a wet gravel hill, but on the same road dry no problem.
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    Just got the bad news: My RTV900 needs a new engine.

    Bum RTV900s have been listed and seem to sell quickly, in my area. Some with engine problems but most with transmission issues. If the body is in decent condition (no cancer from road salt) $2K is the asking price. What's specifically wrong with the engine? A new OEM head with valves (ready to...
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    RtV 900 won't move, metal in hyd. oil filter

    Go here for top notch online parts service. https://www.messicks.com/vendor/kubota But I found Kubota parts to be expensive regardless of the source. With few aftermarket options it's pay up or part it out.
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    CB/Amateur Radio In RTV?

    At an FCC field office I sat for both the 2nd and 1st class radiotelephone tests and advanced class ham test, on the same day. The FCC examiner did not care one bit that I passed the commercial tests when taking the ham test. Both fields have very different set of FCC regulations. Hams are...
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    CB/Amateur Radio In RTV?

    Since you are familiar with RTTY Google FT8. It's a weak signal digital mode that makes it possible to contact fellow hams all over the world with a very modest station. Under $1k for a rig and antenna buying new, half that amount for used gear. This is assuming that you already own a PC. Since...
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    CB/Amateur Radio In RTV?

    The best of luck with the Tech license, from W3DIY. No radio stuff in my RTV.
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    CB/Amateur Radio In RTV?

    In my early days I installed 2way radios in many different type vehicles. Way before Kubota RTVs For SUVs with fiberglass roofs we used foil tape, commonly used to seal duct work. Tape a large X on the roof and mount the antenna in the center. Mobile antennas are available now that do not...
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    2008 RTV 1100 can't get in 4WD

    With the engine running and in neutral turn the steering wheel until it stops in both directions. Use slight pressure on the 4WD lever while doing so.
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    Tach for RTV900?

    Found this installed on a Kubota BX tractor demonstrated on YouTube. Since it's the same engine as the RTV it should work. Available on Amazon for $140. https://tinytach.com/pdf/diesel_instructions.pdf
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    Hand Throttle Try Out

    The hand throttle seems to work best for snow plowing. It's intended to maintain the engine RPMs in the peak torque range, about 2800. When climbing hills I found that 1/2 throttle works best. From Messick's, it applies to the RTV HST as well...
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    spare tire on the RTV

    My RTV and BX tires are fluid filled so if they loose air its hardly noticeable. Allows enough time to return to home base and plug it.
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    Engine Operating Temp?

    RTV900 1/4 most times. During the summer when climbing a steep grade 1/2. BX2350 Bota tractor with the same engine reads about the same.
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    RTV 900 clunk sound - won't start

    I would disconnect the cables to the starter then connect a jumper from the battery+ directly to the starter +. Just tap the battery post connection to see if the engine spins. Make certain the battery - post has a good connection to the engine block. Aside from rodents chewing on the wires I...
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    2004 RTV900 4 wheel drive question

    It can be difficult to shift in and out of 4wd. What seems to work best...while parked with the engine running put pressure on the 4wd lever, while turning the steering wheel to full extremes. Maybe it was forced unnecessarily which broke the cable or transmission.
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    Coast Valve for RTV 900

    Supposedly adjusting the factory valve causes cavitation and possible accelerated transmission wear. The aftermarket valve does not.
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    2005 RTV900 FLOOR REPLACMENT

    I replaced my RTV900 mat with a OEM part from Kubota. It is an exact fit but this new design does not extend over the sides. As with all Kubota parts it was not cheap. K7611-55314 $55.15
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