Hey All,
I recently decided to replace my glow plugs after noticing that how long I ran the glow plugs had no influence on the engine start time. I also noticed that I had only a couple of amps of current draw with the key turned forward in the glowing position.
I didn't want to pay the $123/ea. for the Universal branded ones, so I figured I would try cross-referencing to Kubota using the handy Kubota D1005 parts catalog that I got from the farm engine parts supplier Messicks (attached).
Messicks's D1003 catalog lists two glow plug part numbers for that engine. After comparing photos I took a gamble and ordered Kubota 1G679-65512 for $35.53 each (Kubota #1G679-65512 PLUG, GLOW)
I was pleased to find that my old glow plus came out easily with old a gentle pull with some pliers after unthreading.
The Kubota plugs looked identical to the ones in the engine.
2 of 3 of the old ones tested bad, AND it turns out the ring terminal was not properly crimped where the glow plug wire met the solenoid.
With the new plugs and a fresh crimp, I now see expected ~30amps of draw when glowing, and the engine started instantly in chilly ~50 something degree weather.
I hope this helps someone freshen up their glow plugs!
Max
I recently decided to replace my glow plugs after noticing that how long I ran the glow plugs had no influence on the engine start time. I also noticed that I had only a couple of amps of current draw with the key turned forward in the glowing position.
I didn't want to pay the $123/ea. for the Universal branded ones, so I figured I would try cross-referencing to Kubota using the handy Kubota D1005 parts catalog that I got from the farm engine parts supplier Messicks (attached).
Messicks's D1003 catalog lists two glow plug part numbers for that engine. After comparing photos I took a gamble and ordered Kubota 1G679-65512 for $35.53 each (Kubota #1G679-65512 PLUG, GLOW)
I was pleased to find that my old glow plus came out easily with old a gentle pull with some pliers after unthreading.
The Kubota plugs looked identical to the ones in the engine.
2 of 3 of the old ones tested bad, AND it turns out the ring terminal was not properly crimped where the glow plug wire met the solenoid.
With the new plugs and a fresh crimp, I now see expected ~30amps of draw when glowing, and the engine started instantly in chilly ~50 something degree weather.
I hope this helps someone freshen up their glow plugs!
Max
