430 hydro surging
Hey guys, I had a 430 given to me that was a tornado survivor. I spent a little time fixing this and that on it this winter and have been using it to do the trimming and mow the ditches at my 2.5 acre...
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Front entrance paver project
I originally started this in the "What did you do with your Deere today?" thread, but it kind of belongs here I guess. I worked the heck out of my tractor during this project using the loader and...
View Articlebackfire
I have a ? about the backfire, but I can't find how to post the question. Says I can't post it here, but I can't find how to post it anyplace else. This is the first time I have ever tried a forum....
View Article62D Dropping Blades
Hey guys... My new 62D mower keeps dropping blades, I torque them right and about 2 hours later they are on the ground... Any ideas on what I can do to keep them on the machine longer? I have never had...
View Articlestalling f912
Hi guys, new to this site. I recently purchased a f912 mower with snowblower attachment. My problem is that it stalls when I let off the brake. nothing engaged and motor runs great with foot on brake....
View ArticleSoil Sifter or Trommel
Has anyone found a consumer-level soil sifter or trommel attachment to run on a compact utility tractor? There are many home made versions out there, none of which appear to be able to handle more that...
View Article550 Tiller - 12 yrs old and unused
Just bought this 550 tiller. Never used. Sat in a dry building for 12 years. I would appreciate any advice on what maintenance steps to take before putting it to use. Thanks
View ArticleMin tractor to lift a round bail off big rig
I've go two factors, need the smallest tractor I can find to get around in a horse farm (in and out of paddocks and stalls). Secondly I may start taking delivery of round bales via 18 wheeler, so I'll...
View ArticleWhat Titles/Threads Have Given You The Most Help on Your SCUT?
Since joining GTT, I have found tons of valuable information that has taught me how to take care of my 1025r, maintenance wise and also improvements to make it more enjoyable to use. What threads have...
View ArticleLT155 engine info needed
I came across a LT155 for a real cheap price and everything is complete and in great shape, well except the engine. Little back story on how I came to own it. My girlfriend at the time, Well her mother...
View ArticleLoader for 140 H3
Morning All: This question may have surfaced once before, but looking through all the threads, may take some time. I am looking to aquire a loader for the 140. What loader is the best fitting, easiest...
View Article1026R starting problems... Ghost in the machine?
Pardon the length, I just want to cover all the basesHave a 1026R with 135 hours on it. About 3 weeks ago, I was mowing then shut it off to adjust my MCS. When I got back on, it wouldn't start. Checkec...
View ArticleGrass Bagger
Any ideas where I can go to look at a bagger for my 1025r? There is really no easy way to direct the grass where I want it to go without shooting the clipping into the flower beds or driveway. I'm...
View Article3520 back up alarm wire
Hey gang, I am going to be doing a fair amount of work with my compact deere tractors in tight quarters while there are construction workers present. Before I get started i would like to put back up...
View ArticleMore of a ? then a concern
So last night I cut the grass again and took off the FEL and hoe, mowed the yard and decided to put the bucket back on to move some firewood. So I get the bucket in place and begin to connect all of...
View ArticleHow to tighten the SCV lever
I seem to have an issue when wearing shorts and driving the tractor. If I exit the machine to the right and I am not paying attention, my shorts get caught on the SCV lever partially hanging me up in a...
View ArticlePossible fire in my JD mower
I had mowed the grass yesterday and smelled wood smoke and figured someone nearby had a fire going. I parked my, think its a D100, mower in the garage as always. My house is divided into two AC zones...
View ArticleThe new guy
Just wanted to say Hi. New JD owner. Traded the old cub, for a X730 with 54" deck. Was so impressed , put 8 hr. On it. Last night went back to the JD dealer tested a 1025r. Even more impressed. Bought...
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Flail Mower Project
I saw this old 48 inch flail mower on Craigslist: flail1.jpg flail2.jpg Looks in rough shape, to me it looks like the rear sheet metal has rusted out. Would any of you touch this? It probably would...
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