I agree if you want comfort dont buy a kubota, we own bobcat t66 , t595 , s76 , 773. Purchased a kubota svl75-3. Put 25 hours on it and sold it. Our t66 has 5 link suspension rides like a Cadillac even on asphalt. . Visibility on svl75-3 is terrible out to rear

@wayne3325

4 ай бұрын

I feel bad for you owning a bobcat

@LegendaryFarm84

4 ай бұрын

5 link suspension.... on a skid steer. Yeah, I'm sure that is going to last.

@rontopping2048

4 ай бұрын

@@wayne3325 many

I'd love to get my hands on that Yanmar to try, but those grease zerks on the suspension mechanism must be a nightmare to get to once that goes through dirt awhile!

@diggindeeperPCG

19 күн бұрын

We grease morning and most evenings. No complaints yet... will keep you updated if we get frustrated.

The dash 3 Kubota addresses the engine access. Biggest thing with the Yanmar, which is a deal breaker for me, is the swing out door. I don’t want to have to be taking a the front door off every time I’m loading and unloading equipment that’s chained to my loader bucket. Absolute no go for me. I get it if you don’t have the mobility and need your controls on your front pillars. However, Kubotas are very basic and all the controls you need are right next to you joy sticks anyway. If you absolutely require all the fancy controls on your pillars, I guess Volvo would be the way to go with the side entry door. I just hear their skid steers are horribly unreliable. Or at least the JCBs are which supposedly are the same. So I’m assuming the problems you’ll see with the JCB, you’ll see with the Volvo as well.

@diggindeeperPCG

4 ай бұрын

Thanks for watching and commenting!

Having run asv and traditional ctls gotta say I was way more Fatigued running the ASV machines . Wish yanmar had of gone with an Under carriage closer to Takeuchi

@diggindeeperPCG

4 ай бұрын

Never heard that before. ASV is known for their suspension. But ASV parts are not steel and wear fairly fast. The yanmar went with all steel.

The relief is internal to the block on the 97-2...... when you push in the quick attach, it relives the pressure internally. But great job pointing out nonsense buttons that no one needs on a no name machine that will be bankrupt in the coming retraction.

@diggindeeperPCG

4 ай бұрын

That is correct, sometimes. The blocks do release pressure more times than not. But not everytime. Button is 100% and a novice can operate.

The oldest bobcats are sweet machines

I have a new 97-2. No complainta. Not a brand guy, just want reliable cost effective equiopment. Where does that unit fall cost wise.

@diggindeeperPCG

4 ай бұрын

Its going to be around 100K

@Charlie-go6eb

4 ай бұрын

@@diggindeeperPCG Thanks.

You should do a Deere vs Kubota or Yanmar. The John Deere Mid & Large frame machines are MUCH better than a Yanmar

@diggindeeperPCG

4 ай бұрын

Funny you should ask! I have a review, coming, of several JD machines that aren't out on the market yet. I was able to see and operate the latest. MUCH better is relative. The JD machines are siiiick!! as in awesome. But, the ground/track clearance and serviceability on the yanmar is superior for our needs, at his time.

@Hunt0qt

4 ай бұрын

You tried the P Series? And have you seen the serviceability on the currently mid-large frame Deeres? They have fully removable side panels whereas that Yanmar only has folding side panels. @@diggindeeperPCG

@diggindeeperPCG

4 ай бұрын

@@Hunt0qtYes, sir! Videos being edited as we speak. They are serious machines. I will probably own one very soon.

@TheOMEGANOX

4 ай бұрын

The irony is the new 335p is still running the same 3.1 liter yanmar engine with an ECU flash to pump it up to 117hp or whatever they are claiming. The big news about the 335 is the dual pump closed loop hydraulics, first on a CTL but we need to see how that handles a mulching head during an 8 hour day in triple digit southern heat for at least one full summer before considering one.

@Hunt0qt

4 ай бұрын

John Deere tested the 335P with Texas contractors who primarily mulch all day every day. They build this machine around that. Dont think there will be many problems surrounding that at all.@@TheOMEGANOX

I like most all brands. Sometimes you want less features for various reasons. If you are owner operator, you may want torsion or floating undercarriage because you'll be careful with it and can benefit from the better ride, and the oscillating/flex for traction over uneven terrain. Imagine a jeep off roading over rough ground with a solid welded suspension/frame vs a jeep that flexes and keeps the tires on the ground getting traction. Same with a track machine. Imagine being a CTL going over a rock or stump and the difference between solid or independent track frames. If you have a bunch a mischievous monkeys hired in a fleet...you'd be better off with a solid frame machine because there are less parts to buy and less wear. Idiot proof. Also, someone's a brand makes a reliable unit that just doesn't check every box with every fancy feature. That could be a brand like IHI-Kato. Simple. Tough. No worry of crazy repairs on crazy features. And, imagine a machine not using touch screens and digital gauges. Easy to repair. Less electronics. It just depends. I'm curious about the new Yanmarr. It's a good Japanese brand.

@diggindeeperPCG

4 ай бұрын

Good points, but of course I have to disagree on a few 😂. The Kato brand as an example uses a sub par hydraulic pump, the door frame is very thick and kills the view just as a couple examples. A machine with suspension and ride control (boob/bucket technology) can actually make other more expensive components last longer...at least where we operate. Otherwise, I'm completely aligned on the owner operator comment. Thanks for watching and commenting!! I appreciate you.

Pressure release is built in. When you push in connectors they push back into valve body and release pressure.

@diggindeeperPCG

4 ай бұрын

That is correct, sometimes. Sometimes the pressure does not release.

@jeffhall768

Ай бұрын

​@@diggindeeperPCG and that little button is gonna be better? 😂😂😂

Way too often I am getting out of the machine with the boom at all different heights. The solid swing out door doesnt work for me. I run a Gehl which has the same door as the Kubota. I do like that Yanmar tho.

@diggindeeperPCG

4 ай бұрын

Whatever your preference, thank you for watching!! More reviews of other machines coming.

@huckbeduck

4 ай бұрын

The door on Kubota is great for getting in & out with the boom at any height, but I hate how bad the door rattles if you want to run the machine with the door up

@diggindeeperPCG

4 ай бұрын

@@huckbeduck Yes, and for companies that have multiple folks working together on a job site, there is no need to get out with the door up. It is also a huge safety concern.

@huckbeduck

4 ай бұрын

@@diggindeeperPCG I agree with the scenario of "multiple people working together on a job-site". But when working solo you just have to give the middle finger to risk. At least when working solo there won't be any witnesses to be traumatized watching you get crushed to death when a hydraulic line blows.

@diggindeeperPCG

4 ай бұрын

@@huckbeduck haha! Yes, at least no trauma!!

What are about their prices?

@diggindeeperPCG

4 ай бұрын

Around 100K depending on features

I got all bobcat machines

Let us know how it holds up

@diggindeeperPCG

23 күн бұрын

holding up fantastic! great piece of equipment!

Where's the Yanmar operating videos!!!

@diggindeeperPCG

4 ай бұрын

Between blown airbags on the truck and spring snowstorms we are a little delayed. Sorry...coming soon though.

Show it operating please!!!!

@diggindeeperPCG

4 ай бұрын

Working on it. Unfortunatly, we've had a few delays.

Yanmar won't give consumers part numbers, so I hope the company goes bankrupt. I can get Kubota numbers all day long.

@diggindeeperPCG

Ай бұрын

You may need to try a different dealer. My dealer will order me parts or give me whatever I need. They are amazing.

This is one of the dumbest and most bias reviews ive ever seen 😂 I love yanmar mini exes but their ctl look way too brittle for a piece of construction equipment. From the lift cylinder postition with the arms raised to the unprotrcted glass and 1000lbs less steal in the undercarriage. Big miss by yanmar on this machine. Looks like dogshit in almost every way. Love the color though!

@diggindeeperPCG

Ай бұрын

It is very similar to the ASV which is used for heavy forestry applications. We shall see how it does. I will keep everyone updated.

Buddy... this is not apples tp apples.. compare it to the KUBOTA 97-3.. You'll find any complaints with the -2 addressed and rectified in the -3, plus bonus features like telematics and a rear camcas well as top mounted radiator so that when you open the rear you have full hand accsess to everything. I'd love to talk to you about it.

@diggindeeperPCG

4 ай бұрын

Sounds great! As I said in the video, I just picked the first machine I saw and was not trying to pick on any brand or machine in particular. I encourage folks to do their research!! More reviews with other companies incoming.

@samuelmarsico8103

4 ай бұрын

There’s a 97-3 out? Somebody tell the Grass Valley dealer!

The yanmar is a rebadged ASV

@diggindeeperPCG

4 ай бұрын

No, Yanmar purchased ASV, moved to MN and changed a lot. What was good, they kept, what wasn't good, they changed. Many folks say new paint and different name, but that is not true. More reviews on other company's machines incoming. THanks for watching!! I appreciate you!

@northeasterndirtandpropert7974

3 ай бұрын

Not true.Ive owned 2 ASV's.I learned quite a bit about ASV.Won't own anymore.YANMAR took the ASV company and kicked them in the ass.They started right away by throwing the soft,dainty,undercarriage in the junkyard.So,by doing that,they now have a proper,Yanmar designed undercarriage,japanese designed engine,and a redesigned torsion suspension on the new machine.I would say they are gonna be a good machine.Thanks YANMAR,for the change.

Kubota SUCKS!!!!

@user-fe3ez9tm3i

25 күн бұрын

why? bro, could you please share more information?