318 Won't Start without the use of ether
Hello! This is my first post after my I purchased my first tractor yesterday. Picked up an 1988, 318. The previous owner was using ether to start the tractor which I've read is not a good idea. Once...
View ArticleJD 4720 Hydraulic fluid change
Last 400 hour service I had the dealer do as it was under warrantee but decided to save some money and do it myself this cycle. It is all finished except for the hydraulics. Spec is for 9.6 gals. I...
View ArticleiMatch and PTO hook-up Question
It looks like the iMatch will interfere with installing the PTO drive-shaft to the tractor. Does it cause any problem with the connection of the drive-shaft? Are any modifications to the drive-shaft...
View Article1023e fuel filter blocked
Hi everyone, I had an experience I would like to pass on that might help someone else. I recently used my tractor to spread 20 tons of SB2 gravel. While working, I noticed my fuel was on empty so i...
View ArticleiMatch modifications
So I frequently tow my JD 80 trailer around the yard (debris clean-up, chainsaw stuff - fuel/oil, numerous small children, etc.) and I'm looking for the easiest way to hook it up to the tractor. I was...
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How low should the 3 point go
I believe I read on here a similar thread, but cant find it now... How low should the 3 point arms go? Here is a shot with me using a middle buster with the arms at the lowest setting....
View ArticleMCS Bagger...Has Anybody???
I am curious if anybody here has used this attachment/bagger option? Or has any direct knowledge of its use. Good/Bad or indifferent. Also I searched far and wide and could not come up with any...
View Articleindependent lift kit
Is there an independent lift kit for a 72" midmount mower on a 4320?
View Article1025R FILB vs 2720/2032R TLB vs 3x20 TLB (Tractor Loader Backhoe) vs 110 TLB...
1025R FILB vs 2720/2032R TLB vs 3x20 TLB (Tractor Loader Backhoe) vs 110 TLB or 4 series. Ok this is a long post, but there's a lot of info and specs that I've tried to provide a comprehensive picture...
View Article260 Backhoe Issue
I was digging out some stumps. After running for a while, the up/down boom lever sticks, but only when the left stabilzer is all the way down with pressure on it. If I lift the stabilzer up, it doesn't...
View Articlehydraulic pressure guage
Has anyone hooked up a pressure gauge to their tractor's hydraulic system? I need to check if there is pressure in my return line from the valve. My valve uses #8 SAE ORB fittings.Thanks. Ronster
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Draft arm hooks
Hi all, I just got done completely setting up my mower deck. I noticed the draft arm bar didn't want to sit quite right, but thought maybe that's just how it was. Went and mowed a few passes and...
View Article1026r Tool Box issue
I had a 260 backhoe installed and have the brush guards on over the lights on the ROPS. Now the tool box is unusable. Has anyone come up with a fix for this? I did a search on the forum with no luck. I...
View ArticleProper chain for Kenny's kick aspirin hooks.....
Found this coated stuff at Lowes @ $3.34/ft - Is 5/16" the proper chain to lock into the hooks for lifting, etc? How many feet are you guys typically using, I don't want to get something too long and...
View Articleloader downpressure question
I have a 1023 with d120 loader and used the loader for the first time today and when I got done using it the loader down lever when pushed will not raise the front tires off of the ground. The curl...
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New to Me 6' Kodiac Landscape Rake
I've been shopping for a landscape rake for that last couple of months. The prices here are insane, the Landpride c/w with wheels and shipping was $1,575.00. I did buy a Woods, like I mentioned in...
View ArticleWanted Loader Mounts
I am looking for a set of Model 67 loader mounts for a JD 750 tractor, Thanks
View ArticleFuel pickup part?
I have a LT160 lawn mower. I was replacing the fuel line today and broke the nozzle off the "fuel pickup" at the tank. I guess that is what the part would be called. I can't find it in the catalog and...
View ArticleDifferential ring gear spacing
Has anyone ever heard of a ring gear being out of round. I am spacing the rear end, end play and bearing preload on a 1974 830 john deere tractor (by the book). When i get the preload set and the...
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