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Practical knowledge for owners of mini tractors and compact machines. From buying advice and maintenance to troubleshooting and seasonal tips — everything you need to keep your tractor running reliably for years to come.
09/07/2026
The complete maintenance schedule for the Kubota GB13 through GB20 by operating hours, plus the official adjustment values for the clutch, brakes and V-belt from the operator's manual.
09/07/2026
Starting problems, overheating, charging issues, a seized clutch and a sinking lift: all common faults of the Kubota GB series with cause and solution.
09/07/2026
Lift with position control, PTO speeds with reverse position, and which implements you can realistically run with 13–20 hp.
09/07/2026
Key positions, official preheating times per temperature and the meaning of the dashboard lights of the Kubota GB series.
09/07/2026
Considering buying a Kubota GB13, GB14, GB15, GB16, GB18 or GB20? Complete buying advice: versions, differences per model, market prices and what to look out for with grey imports.
09/07/2026
How to start and operate the Iseki TM15 and TM17: the complete starting procedure with preheating times and warm-up table from the factory manual, plus the starter safety lock, stopping and running-in.
09/07/2026
Winterizing and properly storing the Iseki TM15 and TM17: antifreeze, battery maintenance, fuel, tyres and the complete storage procedure from the factory manual, plus tips for winter use.
09/07/2026
Fix Iseki TM15 or TM17 faults yourself: won't it start, does it smoke white or black, or does it run hot? Complete troubleshooting tables from the factory manual, supplemented with known practical issues.
09/07/2026
The hydraulics, PTO, and implement options of the Iseki TM15 and TM17: position control, PTO speeds, the ARM12/ARM13 tiller, and what you can realistically drive with 13-15 hp on the PTO.
09/07/2026
All filters of the Iseki TM15 and TM17 at a glance: air filter, fuel filter, engine oil filter and hydraulic suction filter, with OEM numbers, intervals and replacement tips from the factory manual.
