Aftermarket ignition switches? (1512 Diesel)
 

Any good/bad experiences with the aftermarket Chinese ignition switches? Cub switches are $100 more. For that much money, I'll just put up with having to turn the key multiple times to activate the starter. I still need to try cleaning all the contacts. Have already done the glow plug relay upgrade, so the switch no longer bears the full current.

thanks!

Did you do the gear reduction starter yet?


Do not buy any Kubota parts from Cub Cadet. Take the KB off of Cubs part number and that is Kubota's number.

Here are a few for ya.
https://www.amazon.com/Kubota-Tracto...85474071&psc=1

https://www.ebay.com/itm/28494514534...RoCbJ8QAvD_BwE

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Here's the China knock-off of the Japan switch.:biggrin2:
https://www.amazon.com/Mover-Parts-I.../dp/B0814MCQ1S
For $26 I might have to try that one.

There are no issues with aftermarket switches IF:

* They function the same
* They mount the same
* They have equal to or better Amperage Ratings.

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For $46, I would stick with the OEM Japanese sourced switch. It should last a couple of lifetimes since you have done the glow plug relay mod.

Have to agree w/ 1711...I've had bad luck with aftermarket switches (normally causing problems in mowers I've bought that someone else put an Amazon one in). I think I replaced 2 last winter or the winter before...no issues since.

I'd have no problem paying $46 for a Japanese switch, I'll search around. The Cub parts suppliers were quoting $125. Haven't done the gear reduction starter yet. Once the starter cranks it fires fairly quickly.

I normally search for the OEM P/N on eBay.

The gear reduction starter makes all the difference in how these start, especially when its during colder weather. I did mine when I got my 782d as its starter was on the way out. The starter trigger part of my key switch is bad, goes to direct short when I turn the key to the start position, so for now I am running a momentary toggle. Where did you find the OEM Kubota key switch for under $100? All that I find that are OEM Kubota are a $100 bill plus shipping. A valve adjustment is next on my to do list, 1900+ hours on the old girl, she is due.

Post #2 has the links, just click on it or here is 1 at Messick's for $60.

https://www.messicks.com/part/66706-55120

Here's another.

https://www.kubotapartsdealer.com/st...h-66706-55120/