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Soft shell aftermarket cabs don’t always offer these options. Plus you know that you’re ready to install a radio. Another big plus is that you know it fits correctly without any gaps because it was built by Kubota. Aftermarket: One of the best things about Kubota tractors is the fact that they are such a huge brand. The performance of the antenna (and thus the radio) can be affected as much as 25% by the coaxial connection. When you consider how to hook up a CB radio, be sure to use thickly insulated coaxial cable coated to protect against the weather, such as the RG-38 or RG-58 cable, and stainless steel or metal connectors such as the Motorola type or PL-259 (which has a large connector). This inexpensive radio package is a single DIN radio sourced from overseas, electrical noise reducers, and prebuilt wiring harness to fit all Kubota machines using a square 9 pin connector (about 95% of current models). FM radio is included, along with blue tooth to connect to your cell phone. Take your tunes to the trails with exceptional Kubota RTV audio components available at Side by Side UTV Parts. If you’re looking for a comprehensive system that won’t break the bank, check out our overhead sound bars from Wet Sounds and Pro Armor.
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| jonathanengr Join Date: Sep 2003 Posts: 99 Bostic, North Carolina Pics |
2004-05-18 86302
I recently purchased a 3430 HSTC, and was told by my dealer that I'd be better off buying an after-market radio to install in the tractor. Needless to say, it's not that easy.
I went and purchased a radio and speakers to install in the tractor and have come to find the radio 'kit' from Kubota comes with the antennae and instructions on where all the 'pre-wiring' is. (Hint--it is not 'right there' as my dealer told me). My dealer did fax me a sheet about radio installation, but it's for an 'M' series tractor and does not match mine at all.
With this said, can anyone give me a hand? The power and ground wires are not within reach of my arm inside the cab cavity. The speaker wires I did find, so those are no problem. I also bought an antennae that can be mounted in the cab to take care of the antennae problem. Anyway, help with the rest of the wiring would be very helpful (one guy at my dealer told me I have to take the whole top of the cab off to install it. I certainly HOPE this isn't the case).
Any assitance would be greatly appreciated!
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| Murf Join Date: Dec 1999 Posts: 7187 Toronto Area, Ontario, Canada Pics |
2004-05-18 86304
Jonathan, I am surprised at that, the radio is standard on a HSTC model here, you can't even delete it, I tried.
I can have a look at mine to see what is where but I'm not even sure how it comes apart. I have thought of changing it, the sound is not that great, but the stereo shop I deal with said the tinny sound is more a function of the small speakers and no baffling behind them coupled with low power output. I am going to have them come by a look at it. TomG may have some better ideas about this, he's the music man.
As for the antennae, the factory mounting spot is the left-hand rearview mirror bracket since the cab roof is plastic it would be a poor choise for mounting it there.
Best of luck. ....
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| Art White Join Date: Jan 2000 Posts: 6897 Waterville New York Pics |
2004-05-18 86305
It would be nice if all was in Canada, or would it? The time to install can be a problem for the dealer. Many times I just tell the people that is the price with it included and for the most part have only had a couple of people question it. The base wires are there and they aren't that hard to find. If you would have got the base radio kit from the dealer you would have been fine and they are easy to install. ....
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| jonathanengr Join Date: Sep 2003 Posts: 99 Bostic, North Carolina Pics |
2004-05-18 86311
Well, I have no problem buying the base radio kit from the dealer, but since the *dealer* talked me out of it, what am I to do?????
As for the base wires, the wires for the speakers are right behind the little 'cut out' for the stereo, and I'm assuming the wires such as the power antennae lead are there, too. However, there is definitely not a power wire there--none of them are large enough.
Does anyone have a wiring schematic? It's easy to tell which wires are speaker wires because the colors match the speaker leads. However, the power antennae, etc, is another matter entirely. Thanks! ....
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| jonathanengr Join Date: Sep 2003 Posts: 99 Bostic, North Carolina Pics |
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Art--it sounds like you're a dealer. Would you possibly have a copy of an installation manual? I'd be happy to pay you if you could fax it or mail it to me. If I just had the wiring schematic as well as wire locations I can easily hook it up to the radio I purchased. ....
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In Indiana we have a saying, “Don’t like the weather? Just give it 5 minutes.” Like other Midwest states our weather changes in a heart beat, but that doesn’t always mean it has to keep you from getting a job finished around the house. Kubota cab tractors, RTV cabs and after market cabs can make the weather a non factor. I know what you’re thinking, “It’s June, the weather is perfect.” Just think about last winter and keep reading.
Matching up the right cab with your tractor can take time. Both to make sure that it’s the right fit and because aftermarket cab manufacturers often make a limited supply. If you’re interested in a cab this winter, the best way to make sure that you’ll have cab in time is to start the process now, in June.
These seem pretty obvious, and they are. A cab is going to keep you in a controlled environment no matter the weather. Most Kubota factory installed cabs come equipped with both heat and air conditioning for your tractor or RTV, but that is only part of the story. When you’re out there on your tractor in single digit degree weather trying to dig your family out of the latest snow storm, the wind is the thing that may bother you the most. One of the most overlooked benefits of the cab is keeping the wind off your face while you’re working.
Likewise in the summertime, it’s important to keep your skin protected from the sun. Cabs offer that protection. Keeping you in the shade and comfortable in air conditioning while you’re cutting hay, feeding, or moving mulch.
Yet another overlooked feature of the cab is the radio. Kubota factory installed cabs come wired for a radio. This can help pass the time as you’re working around the house. How else will you stay up to date with Country Music’s Top 100, or Justin Bieber’s latest hit? We don’t judge here.
Whether you’re looking at Kubota RTVs or Kubota tractors, its hard to beat a Kubota Factory installed Cab. These are your surefire ways to make sure that you’re going to have air conditioning and heat. Soft shell aftermarket cabs don’t always offer these options. Plus you know that you’re ready to install a radio. Another big plus is that you know it fits correctly without any gaps because it was built by Kubota.
Aftermarket:
One of the best things about Kubota tractors is the fact that they are such a huge brand. There are companies that have built their entire business on making aftermarket cabs jus for Kubota’s Models. This means that even after the tractor has aged, there is usually a decent chance you can find a cab that fits your tractor. Even a soft cab can provide shelter in big snowstorm. Aftermarket cabs usually run between $3,000-$4,500 depending on the size and features of the cab. They make these for all models of Kubota, past and present.
Whether you want brand new Kubota M Tractor with a cab, an RTV to push snow, or cab for your old Kubota B series, we have a cab for you here at Humphreys, so give us a call, or come in and see us, and get out of the sun and into a Kubota Cab.