850 Power steeering problem
Have a 850 with dealer installed power steering, power steering doesn't work, also when I lift the wheels off the ground with the loader the wheels turn to the right all by themselves and is real hard...
View ArticleSearch returns nothing when I know it's there.
Hi, I just joined to find out info on my JD 455 cutting deck. In the discussion list I can see an entry that clearly has "455" in the subject line. I do a search for "455" in the basic and advanced...
View Article455 60 inch cutting deck wheel adjustment
I have a JD 455 with a 60" cutting deck. The manual that I have covers nothing about the cutter, so I am hoping that someone here can point me in the right direction. I may be mistaken, but the guide...
View ArticleNewbie in Mich.
Hello, I am probably going to request some help soon. I'm looking at a 180 that the owner says leaks quite a bit but runs good. Now he needs to return my email.
View ArticleJohn Deere 4115 Forward and reverse pedals?
In using my neighbors 4115 tractor today, I noticed that forward or reverse motion was not immediately stopped when you took your foot off of the pedals. Seemed a little unsafe. Is this normal? Cause?...
View ArticleNew member from Alabama
Hello everyone, my days of lurking are over. I look forward to learning new things and hopefully I will be able to answer a question every now and again.
View ArticleJD 180 pops out of 1st -3rd gear
I'm looking at a JD 180 that runs good but pops out of 1,2 and 3rd gear but does fine in 4 and . Is this an explensive or complicated fix?
View Articlefront axle noise
I've only had the tractor a short while and only used my loader twice so the whole tractor is new. I am a mechanic so noises really get my attention and I accidentally left it in 4x4 on my way back to...
View ArticleProbable upgrade in the making, x748 to 2032r
First off, hello everyone! Over the last couple of weeks I have been reading all I could regarding SCUTs and MCUTs, hoping to make the most informed decision I can. I will try to make this brief....
View ArticleX758 w/54HC deck height adjustment
So I just put my deck on for the season and used my adjustment height gauge and the quick adjustment Allen wrench for the first time ever. Following the directions, and doing the adjustment on a flat...
View Article50 hours on my 2720
Well it's time for a fluid change on my 2720. Anybody have any suggestions? What oils would be the best to use in this tractor? Does John Deere make a filter package combination for this tractor? I...
View ArticleFront "3-Point"
I am thinking about a Heavy Hitch or something similar. What I also need is some front ballast so I can remove the FEL when bush hogging, etc. What I would REALLY like to see is some way to mount the...
View Article1025R Break-in Procedures?
I'm chomping at the bit to get my new machine and get to work, but are there any recommended practices for break-in of a new 1025R I should be aware of before I unleash the Deeres of War upon my yard?
View ArticlePower steering on 2040
I need to remove the power steering unit from my 2040. Has anyone done this?
View ArticleNew addition to the JD fleet - F925 mower
This week I bought a used JD F925 front-deck mower with a 72" deck and 1800 hours. Currently replacing some parts: seat, rear tires, switch, etc. Looking forward to faster mowing than my LX188 and 5225...
View Articlenew member old tracter
I live in ohio & have 5 acres to maintain.been at it almost ten yrs.learned alot/broke alot of equipment but learned to have a spare and be careful.I have a jd compact 4200 with mower and a new (2...
View Articlebuff out dull paint
i have a 870 with good paint its just dull has anyone had good luck buffing out dull paint on these later years of tractors built in the 80s If so what did you use ?
View Article1023E idle speed?
My 1023E which I purchased used with about 75 hrs on it in March seemed to me to be idling too fast. Around 1500 - 1600 rpm. So I pulled off the cowling and starting adjusting the idle speed set screw....
View ArticleFeels Like Christmas Eve
I feel like it is the eve of Christmas as my new 1025r gets delivered tomorrow. It will be tough to sleep tonight knowing I have a lot of "work" to do when it arrives.
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