MyTractorForum.com - The Friendliest Tractor Forum and Best Place for Tractor Information http://www.mytractorforum.com/ Mytractorforum.com: The Tractor site with tractor forums and discussion groups, Tractor information, Home and gardening forum, farming, parts, John deere, Craftsman, Cub Cadet, Ford, Simplicity and more. en Fri, 24 May 2013 16:08:56 GMT vBulletin 1440 http://www.mytractorforum.com/images/mytractorforum/misc/rss.jpg MyTractorForum.com - The Friendliest Tractor Forum and Best Place for Tractor Information http://www.mytractorforum.com/ Buying advice on JX75 http://www.mytractorforum.com/showthread.php?t=320793&goto=newpost Fri, 24 May 2013 16:07:50 GMT I have been looking at a JX75. He is asking $250. It looks good in the pictures and comes with the bag and mulch plug. That trans has issues, but I think that is the only problem. I know it is a great mower, but it is way more than I usually pay for a mower. Should I pull the trigger? Sent from... I have been looking at a JX75. He is asking $250. It looks good in the pictures and comes with the bag and mulch plug. That trans has issues, but I think that is the only problem. I know it is a great mower, but it is way more than I usually pay for a mower. Should I pull the trigger?

Sent from the MTF Free App ]]> Walk Behind Mowers podor http://www.mytractorforum.com/showthread.php?t=320793 Memorial Day Weekend http://www.mytractorforum.com/showthread.php?t=320777&goto=newpost Fri, 24 May 2013 15:44:23 GMT Hope everyone here has a great Memorial Day weekend! Hope everyone here has a great Memorial Day weekend! ]]> Walk Behind Mowers DLK http://www.mytractorforum.com/showthread.php?t=320777 New guy just ordered a 2012 2320 http://www.mytractorforum.com/showthread.php?t=320769&goto=newpost Fri, 24 May 2013 15:41:09 GMT Hiya fellas,

new guy here so bear with me if any of my questions seem redundant. I just ordered my first "Real" tractor, a 2012 2320! I'm so pumped! will be delivered next Friday and I got a pretty good deal from what I can tell. I have a few questions if anyone would be so kind as to answer for me to help a newby out. More like a list of what I plan to do and what I plan to use.

the Tractor
2012 JD 2320
62" 7 iron drive on deck
53" quick mount loader
Ag tires
Paid $16,200



Oil- either Amsoil full syn or Shaeefers 7000 5w-40 change at 50hrs
Trans & hydro- Amsoil tractor transmission fluid.
Temp Guage- Putting one on
Filters- OEM UNLESS there is any better options?
front gears- amsoil gear lube
fuel additive- Optilube XPD

Power... I heard there is a way to turn up the fuel pump on these things. something I may do after the warranty is out. any experience. anyone done any power increasing mods other than turbo (which is pretty **** cool).

Thanks a lot for looking and I look forward to sharing pics and experience with you all very shortly, ]]> John Deere relentless1 http://www.mytractorforum.com/showthread.php?t=320769 PTO Lubrication http://www.mytractorforum.com/showthread.php?t=320761&goto=newpost Fri, 24 May 2013 15:34:45 GMT I recently used a 30" mower with my 73 super convertible. The PTO wouldn't stay engaged so I did a stupid thing and held the rod up with a pair of Vice-grips. This worked for a while but then the mower stopped working. I took the mower off and disassembled the PTO and found the trunnion ground up until it was half worn away. I also noticed that the whole PTO housing area didn't seem very oily. I was under the impression that the PTO received splash oiling from the F/R area and the oil pressure bypass. I would have thought that the whole mechanism in the housing should be dripping with oil. Is this correct thinking or do I have to grease all of those pieces? Any info would be appreciated. TIA ]]> Gravely Yokomo99 http://www.mytractorforum.com/showthread.php?t=320761 Hello http://www.mytractorforum.com/showthread.php?t=320753&goto=newpost Fri, 24 May 2013 15:21:09 GMT Hello everyone. I dont own a JD yet, but my father in law has 6, and we are trying to fix his JD318 Hello everyone. I dont own a JD yet, but my father in law has 6, and we are trying to fix his JD318 ]]> Introductions stmanser http://www.mytractorforum.com/showthread.php?t=320753 JD 855 Whats it worth ? http://www.mytractorforum.com/showthread.php?t=320745&goto=newpost Fri, 24 May 2013 15:17:01 GMT 97/98 855 hydro,Quick disconnect loader, 60in mid mower,steel cab 4wd,turf tires 80%,340 hrs power beyond kit, piant in nice cond 97/98 855 hydro,Quick disconnect loader, 60in mid mower,steel cab 4wd,turf tires 80%,340 hrs power beyond kit, piant in nice cond ]]> What Is It Worth ? kmd http://www.mytractorforum.com/showthread.php?t=320745 new member http://www.mytractorforum.com/showthread.php?t=320737&goto=newpost Fri, 24 May 2013 15:07:51 GMT :Welcome1:Hi everybody POPPA here...proud owner of a b-80 wheelhorse...gonna need advice hope to here from ya soon :Welcome1:Hi everybody POPPA here...proud owner of a b-80 wheelhorse...gonna need advice hope to here from ya soon ]]> Introductions POPPA 71 http://www.mytractorforum.com/showthread.php?t=320737 New Here - From Texas Now In WV http://www.mytractorforum.com/showthread.php?t=320729&goto=newpost Fri, 24 May 2013 15:02:49 GMT Hello -

I'm new to the forum (obviously). I am military vet from Texas and now living in WV. I own an IT Consulting company called IT Mindshare based out of Morgantown, WV (www.itmindshare.com).

We just bought a nice log home on 9 acres with about 6.5 of it "open" and 2.5 of it wooded/house. I'll be gearing my questions towards used tractors and realistic needs for my property.

Thanks and I look forward to seeking advice and then one day providing advice. ]]> Introductions jharris30 http://www.mytractorforum.com/showthread.php?t=320729 New X320 http://www.mytractorforum.com/showthread.php?t=320721&goto=newpost Fri, 24 May 2013 15:02:36 GMT Just got my X320 delivered yesterday. Originally bought an X300, but after reading this forum decided to trade for an X320 before I even used it. After reading about the possible K46 issues, I decided I wanted a machine with a K58 drive unit and after considering the additional benefits of more... Just got my X320 delivered yesterday. Originally bought an X300, but after reading this forum decided to trade for an X320 before I even used it. After reading about the possible K46 issues, I decided I wanted a machine with a K58 drive unit and after considering the additional benefits of more power, larger deck (48 vs 42), larger tires, deck lift assist spring and low fuel light, I felt the higher cost was well justified.

Now the bad part-it won't fit through my gate (42" deck wouldn't either)!!!

I'm having a 10 foot double gate installed next week. The grass in my hilly .25 acre backyard is really getting high. I know an x320 is probably overkill for my small yard, but I wanted something that will last and also easily pull my 10P cart, so I decided to really go for it!

I'm almost 65 and not in the best of health, so pushing my old Honda 21" mower through another summer of 100 degree heat was out of the question and my wife couldn't pull the starter cord of the old mower.

I'll let you know how it goes after my first use. It sure does look pretty parked in the garage though!

Thanks for the advice I have already received from this forum.

Mike ]]> Introductions Canyon Lake Guy http://www.mytractorforum.com/showthread.php?t=320721 Kubota parts diagrams, great site http://www.mytractorforum.com/showthread.php?t=320713&goto=newpost Fri, 24 May 2013 14:41:10 GMT I know that Messicks is one of the vendors of this site, but I never saw on it a place where they have parts diagrams. Today while looking for parts for my BX2230 I came upon this site www.messicks.com they have all the parts diagrams on our tractors. They are the same as Kubota books site that's always unavailable. They have a blog site with tutorials for people that are new at putting on backhoe's, FEL's, and much much more.
Try it and tell me what you think.
Mark ]]> Kubota Capp http://www.mytractorforum.com/showthread.php?t=320713 First Compact tractor! New to the forum! http://www.mytractorforum.com/showthread.php?t=320705&goto=newpost Fri, 24 May 2013 14:21:07 GMT Hey Fellas,

Just ordered my 2012 JD 2320. this is my first "real" tractor and I'm soooo Pumped!! Anyway my name is Jon and I live in NH. looking forward to sharing info with all of you. cheers!

Jon ]]> Introductions relentless1 http://www.mytractorforum.com/showthread.php?t=320705 Hello from NW Missouri. http://www.mytractorforum.com/showthread.php?t=320697&goto=newpost Fri, 24 May 2013 14:19:29 GMT Good morning, I am an agriculture teacher in SW Iowa.I have been interested in tractors my whole life. I have done very little lawn tractor pulling and am wanting to get into it more. Also, we have a B John Deere here at school that was in the middle of a restoration when I started teaching. So... Good morning,

I am an agriculture teacher in SW Iowa.I have been interested in tractors my whole life. I have done very little lawn tractor pulling and am wanting to get into it more. Also, we have a B John Deere here at school that was in the middle of a restoration when I started teaching. So I hope to find some good info on both of them.


Thanks,

Teach ]]> Introductions Teach http://www.mytractorforum.com/showthread.php?t=320697 Model http://www.mytractorforum.com/showthread.php?t=320689&goto=newpost Fri, 24 May 2013 14:09:44 GMT I have an old troybilt tiller and the model and serial are not there all I can see is a th1002, what do I have? I have an old troybilt tiller and the model and serial are not there all I can see is a th1002, what do I have? ]]> TECH Exchange Discussion Area donnyb60 http://www.mytractorforum.com/showthread.php?t=320689 Newbie w/ a riding mower http://www.mytractorforum.com/showthread.php?t=320681&goto=newpost Fri, 24 May 2013 13:59:14 GMT Hi! I'm a Minnesota mom. Our new home came with a big beautiful lawn that I'm in charge of mowing. (And apparently doing a really bad job yesterday did NOT get me out of the chore.) I have a John Deere GT235. Looking forward to asking questions and getting advice from the veterans at this site! ]]> Introductions minneapolisite http://www.mytractorforum.com/showthread.php?t=320681 216 transmission problem http://www.mytractorforum.com/showthread.php?t=320673&goto=newpost Fri, 24 May 2013 13:58:17 GMT Hey guys. Was mowing my back yard yesterday with my 1979 216. I went from reverse to 3rd gear. Tried to release clutch and engine wanted to die like it was stuck. Then I could not get it out of 3rd gear. I finally rocked my mower back and forth until I finally could get it into neutral. I put... Hey guys. Was mowing my back yard yesterday with my 1979 216. I went from reverse to 3rd gear. Tried to release clutch and engine wanted to die like it was stuck. Then I could not get it out of 3rd gear. I finally rocked my mower back and forth until I finally could get it into neutral. I put it back in 3rd gear and it still goes, but now it makes a knocking sound when I am going forward. All the other gears do not make any noise. Just 3rd gear. The noise gets faster as the mower goes faster. Any ideas of what this could be? And is it an easy fix. I would rather not put a whole new trans. in. ]]> John Deere Forum bloody wheels http://www.mytractorforum.com/showthread.php?t=320673 Howdy! http://www.mytractorforum.com/showthread.php?t=320665&goto=newpost Fri, 24 May 2013 13:31:30 GMT My wife and I bought a home out in the country and now I have the need for than just a push mower. LOL Of course there is a little more maintenance required with the riding lawn mowers. Looking for a good place to get advice. Thanks :thanku: My wife and I bought a home out in the country and now I have the need for than just a push mower. LOL Of course there is a little more maintenance required with the riding lawn mowers. Looking for a good place to get advice. Thanks
:thanku: ]]> Introductions mrein http://www.mytractorforum.com/showthread.php?t=320665 1971 JD 110 restore issue http://www.mytractorforum.com/showthread.php?t=320657&goto=newpost Fri, 24 May 2013 13:13:58 GMT Ok here goes...

i just recieved a 1971 JD 110 with intentions of repairing/restoring it. It currently runs and came with a 38" deck. I needed a lawn mower and this came at the right price (free). I have never restored anything, but I am willing to give this one a try. Alright, so I replaced the belts last weekend and changed the oil. Thankfully it is not burning oil, but I do have a problem and I don't know if it is related to the carb or not. After cranking, an intense smell of exhaust is present. So bad, that my eyes are watering and riding along for just a few minutes is pretty painful. Any ideas? I'm taking this one step at a time :)

Thanks! NCDeereGal ]]> John Deere Forum NCDeereGal http://www.mytractorforum.com/showthread.php?t=320657 <![CDATA[New 42" plow clean up, re-paint.]]> http://www.mytractorforum.com/showthread.php?t=320649&goto=newpost Fri, 24 May 2013 12:58:48 GMT Had some time this week to get new (old) plow cleaned up and painted. I partially disassembled the blade so blasting and painting would be easier. It really is in decent shape and shows little to no use. It is not bent or twisted at all. I removed the cutting edge so I could blast/paint behind... Had some time this week to get new (old) plow cleaned up and painted.
I partially disassembled the blade so blasting and painting would be easier.
It really is in decent shape and shows little to no use. It is not bent or twisted at all.
I removed the cutting edge so I could blast/paint behind it, ended up flipping so fresh edge is ready. Has some deep pitting from where it was sitting in barn etc on floor/dirt. Nothing goes through and blasting got pits cleaned out. Paint flowed pretty good into these areas. Has a rough texture but it's just a plow, over 30 years old at that (guessing). I used RO Regal Red, thinned with acetone. Sprayed well through the Binks CUB SLG gun. This is a good match I found from others on forum. I'm not too picky as I just want it to stop rusting.
I am doing the frame later today if I get time. Once all is assembled I'll post final pictures.
I may try to find decals but not a huge priority.

MU
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]]> Toro/Wheelhorse Forum munderhill http://www.mytractorforum.com/showthread.php?t=320649 New Iowa Member http://www.mytractorforum.com/showthread.php?t=320641&goto=newpost Fri, 24 May 2013 12:48:28 GMT Hey Guys, new member from southern Iowa. Just purchased 92 JD 318 and looking to get some knowledge. Hey Guys, new member from southern Iowa. Just purchased 92 JD 318 and looking to get some knowledge. ]]> Introductions gibbo80 http://www.mytractorforum.com/showthread.php?t=320641 Deck Height Adjuster http://www.mytractorforum.com/showthread.php?t=320633&goto=newpost Fri, 24 May 2013 12:45:32 GMT Inherited a sweet YTH1542XLS from a family member a few months back. In transporting it over to my house though I think we borked the "fine" adjustment knob somehow. The lever on the right side raises and lowers the deck as it is supposed to. The fine adjustment knob on the left. however, just seems to spin as if its not connected to anything any longer. Turning that knob does not make any changes to the height as shown on the indicator. Luckily its currently set at 4" so I'm happy with it but I'd like to be able to fine tune the height come the fall for leaf pickup and the final "buzzcut" for winter.
Any ideas what may have been broken or unhooked and if it's a user friendly repair?
Thanks..and enjoy the LONG weekend! ]]> Husqvarna/Dixon davemcsjr http://www.mytractorforum.com/showthread.php?t=320633 1614 Economy, Power King Tractor w/ Loader (Brookfield Mass) http://www.mytractorforum.com/showthread.php?t=320625&goto=newpost Fri, 24 May 2013 12:36:21 GMT 1976 Power King tractor for sale. Possibly a Jim Dandy. $2,700 B/O Complete with homemade loader and weight box. The loader has been over engineered and ready to work. I dug up areas of my yard with the tractor. I mean this tractor is tough and built to last. Motor has been rebuilt (14 HP). Clutch... 1976 Power King tractor for sale. Possibly a Jim Dandy. $2,700 B/O Complete with homemade loader and weight box. The loader has been over engineered and ready to work. I dug up areas of my yard with the tractor. I mean this tractor is tough and built to last. Motor has been rebuilt (14 HP). Clutch works great. What I am saying is - this tractor works great. (All it needs is paint -that is the fun part) Also included are extra set of turf tires and rims, chains, front rims and misc. other parts. If interested email at, thomas_rettig@hotmail.com or call 860-nine, three, three-9473
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]]> tom tractor http://www.mytractorforum.com/showthread.php?t=320625 JD x520 electric clutch/pulley http://www.mytractorforum.com/showthread.php?t=320617&goto=newpost Fri, 24 May 2013 12:28:58 GMT Just bought a 08 x520 with 295 hrs from local JD dealer. Cut the front yard 1/2ac just a trim.ran great cut great. Went to mow the side lot and lots of vibration stopped tried again,same, saw part on deck, lowered deck all the way and clutch /pulley falls down on front of deck. Taking to dealer,... Just bought a 08 x520 with 295 hrs from local JD dealer. Cut the front yard 1/2ac just a trim.ran great cut great. Went to mow the side lot and lots of vibration stopped tried again,same, saw part on deck, lowered deck all the way and clutch /pulley falls down on front of deck. Taking to dealer, but what could have caused this? Didn't run over anything but grass, not sure if I engaged blades with deck locked in up position. Ever happen to anybody else. ]]> John Deere brunox520 http://www.mytractorforum.com/showthread.php?t=320617 Just wanted to share- $1.25 for b/s diaphram http://www.mytractorforum.com/showthread.php?t=320609&goto=newpost Fri, 24 May 2013 12:22:36 GMT I just paid $1.25 a piece (i bought 100) for the pretty common diaphram for the b/s sprint with a pulsajet carb. part number 795083 from Tulsa Engine Warehouse! what a deal! the cheapest on ebay is about $2 a piece I just paid $1.25 a piece (i bought 100) for the pretty common diaphram for the b/s sprint with a pulsajet carb.

part number 795083

from Tulsa Engine Warehouse!

what a deal! the cheapest on ebay is about $2 a piece ]]> Small Engines and Repair benhogan http://www.mytractorforum.com/showthread.php?t=320609 do i need to add a box blade to my collection to fix my driveway? http://www.mytractorforum.com/showthread.php?t=320601&goto=newpost Fri, 24 May 2013 12:03:43 GMT Hi All,

I've got about a 1000 get off driveway to maintain. I've currently got a DR Power Grader as and a 6 door scraper blade. The Power Grader works fine... But it never takes long for my potholes to come back. They get filled in with loose material but very quickly that materiel is knocked back out by vehicular traffic and the pothole is right back.

One suggestion I've heard is that I need to rip up the area around the potholes as and then let it be recompacted by traffic. that way instead of hard packed large areas with little small holes with loose material in them we have larger softer areas that could all get compacted together and instead of getting kicked out of the small hole. A box blade would work for this.

what are your thoughts on this? Should I try a box blade, or should I just keep at it with what I've got and eventually it will stick?

other implements I've considered are a land planer and landscape rake. But it seems like they would have the same problem that my power grader has. It would fill in the low spots, but then after a very short. Of time the loose material in a little spots would get kicked out but I'd by traffic and I'll be right back where I started. ]]> CUT Implements and Accessories jbeall http://www.mytractorforum.com/showthread.php?t=320601 Caption This! 5-24-13 http://www.mytractorforum.com/showthread.php?t=320593&goto=newpost Fri, 24 May 2013 12:02:44 GMT :dunno: :dunno: :dunno: :dunno: :dunno: :dunno: :dunno: :dunno:
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]]> Humor and Jokes WNYTractorTinkerer http://www.mytractorforum.com/showthread.php?t=320593 hie!! http://www.mytractorforum.com/showthread.php?t=320585&goto=newpost Fri, 24 May 2013 11:57:00 GMT hi I am new here.. I like old tractors and new ones like JD :greendr: and New Holland :MTF_wel2: hi I am new here.. I like old tractors and new ones like JD :greendr: and New Holland :MTF_wel2: ]]> Introductions EvelynMaxwell http://www.mytractorforum.com/showthread.php?t=320585 <![CDATA[Troybuilt "Horse" rototiller. (ct)]]> http://www.mytractorforum.com/showthread.php?t=320577&goto=newpost Fri, 24 May 2013 11:22:44 GMT Troy-built model "horse" rototiller. Mid 60s vintage. Ran well a few years ago, but we haven't been able to get it started recently. Great collectors item or fix up and get your garden planted! 250$ or BO

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]]> Cam-Shaft http://www.mytractorforum.com/showthread.php?t=320577 520 H dies when warm http://www.mytractorforum.com/showthread.php?t=320569&goto=newpost Fri, 24 May 2013 09:36:51 GMT Forgive me if I'm posting in the wrong place or forum, but I'm a newbie. Just inherited a 1996 Toro Hydro 520 Power Plus. She runs great until she get's warmed up and then she just cuts off. Did it a few times, but always started back up after a few minutes. Now she won't start at all. Replaced fuel filter she's getting fuel. Disconnected seat switch that didn't help. I'm thinking it may be the coil. Any ideas or suggestions would be greatly appreciated.

Thanks,
Jed Cooper
Huntersville,NC ]]> Toro/Wheelhorse Forum wetjed http://www.mytractorforum.com/showthread.php?t=320569 New owner of a used JDx520 http://www.mytractorforum.com/showthread.php?t=320561&goto=newpost Fri, 24 May 2013 08:25:49 GMT Nice to be here Nice to be here ]]> Introductions brunox520 http://www.mytractorforum.com/showthread.php?t=320561 How often, if at all, do you clean your grass bags? http://www.mytractorforum.com/showthread.php?t=320553&goto=newpost Fri, 24 May 2013 05:29:16 GMT Hi Guys! This question is for those of you who use a bag on your mower to collect the lawn clippings. How often do you make an effort to clean your mower bags? It seems that certain times of the year the mowers are picking up more than just grass, especially in the spring and the fall and all... Hi Guys! This question is for those of you who use a bag on your mower to collect the lawn clippings. How often do you make an effort to clean your mower bags? It seems that certain times of the year the mowers are picking up more than just grass, especially in the spring and the fall and all that residue seems to clog up the bag just like a vacuum cleaner bag gets clogged up and wont vacuum as well. I think the bag needs good air flow through it in order to ensure that the clippings are carried freely into the bag. I usually hang mine up on the clothes line every couple of months and give them a good hosing, both inside and out, to flush out a lot of the stuff that is stuck in the pores of the bag. They just seem to work and bag better when they are clean and can breath. Bill ]]> Walk Behind Mowers Yard Nazi http://www.mytractorforum.com/showthread.php?t=320553 Gravel roadway/driveway questions http://www.mytractorforum.com/showthread.php?t=320545&goto=newpost Fri, 24 May 2013 05:10:41 GMT Howdy, all, and sorry if I'm posting to the wrong forum.

I have a drive that's basically packed sand.

I'm about to put down a layer of gravel (also called caliche or roadbase around here). It's a rough material around 2-3" in diameter. May follow up with a layer of smaller diameter rock (limestone) to lock it all together.

Question is: Is a 2" layer of roadbase sufficient? Traffic will obviously be light and limited to our vehicles & tractor plus the occasional UPS van. No heavy equipment, cement mixers, etc.

What's been y'all's experience? Will 2" do it?

Thanks in advance! :D ]]> The CUT Hut: General discussions of Compact Tractors Luv2Q http://www.mytractorforum.com/showthread.php?t=320545 hi guys http://www.mytractorforum.com/showthread.php?t=320537&goto=newpost Fri, 24 May 2013 04:00:40 GMT i got 4 old tractors pic s to come looking forward to helping out new to forms so plz bear with me :thanku: i got 4 old tractors pic s to come looking forward to helping out new to forms so plz bear with me :thanku: ]]> Introductions rusty gold http://www.mytractorforum.com/showthread.php?t=320537 freder67 http://www.mytractorforum.com/showthread.php?t=320529&goto=newpost Fri, 24 May 2013 03:52:04 GMT Hey there, i'm a new member to this forum who acquired a used Murray tractor mower form my sister in-law the other day and while searching for the manual for it my wife came across the MTF web site. I am very interested in knowing more form others about my new piece of equipment, and catting about the subject of tractors as i have much to learn.

Fred ]]> Introductions freder67 http://www.mytractorforum.com/showthread.php?t=320529 Info on Ford LGT http://www.mytractorforum.com/showthread.php?t=320521&goto=newpost Fri, 24 May 2013 03:34:14 GMT I'm looking for a mower/tractor for a property (2 acres) that I'm purchasing. I came across an ad for a Ford LGT. I don't know much about it but i'm wonder if it's worth the price and if its a good tractor. I would be using it for mowing the lawn and snow removal on a driveway that's not very big. Maybe put a trailer on it.

Here is the ad
http://minneapolis.craigslist.org/an...761383703.html

Is there anything to look out for on these?

Thanks
Jason ]]> Ford/Post 1990 New Holland JayJeep http://www.mytractorforum.com/showthread.php?t=320521 Bridge collapse in WA http://www.mytractorforum.com/showthread.php?t=320513&goto=newpost Fri, 24 May 2013 02:54:23 GMT Just saw this on the news. This is I-5 between Mt Vernon and Burlington. http://www.king5.com/news/local/Report-I-5-bridge-collapses-over-Skagit-River-cars-in-water-208758631.html Just saw this on the news. This is I-5 between Mt Vernon and Burlington.

http://www.king5.com/news/local/Repo...208758631.html ]]> Off Topic cjet69 http://www.mytractorforum.com/showthread.php?t=320513 Questions for X749 and X729 Owners http://www.mytractorforum.com/showthread.php?t=320505&goto=newpost Fri, 24 May 2013 02:47:36 GMT I have a X749 with under 300 hours and the warranty is ending soon and wanted see if these were "normal". I've not had the tractor that long so I'm not sure what it's supposed to be like.
1. Do you have any slop in your rear wheels? If I grab my wheels I can move them a little from side to side. The fronts seem solid.
2. When driving forward on a hill, with the cab on (300lbs), on the driveway when I slow down I can feel some thumping from what seems like the gears in the transmission or as if I had chains on the tires. Is this normal? It's much more pronounced with the cab on I assume due to the weight. I could still feel a slight thumping on the driveway with the cab off but it was subtle. I have changed the transmission fluid and it looked good. I have a X700 (2wd and 2ws) and it's really smooth. I suspect it's just the AWD but wanted to be sure while it's under warranty.
3. When going up a hill is the forward foot pedal harder to push? Again I really notice this when the cab is on. My dad says with his 2305 when going up a hill he can't tell the difference.

Thanks! ]]> John Deere Forum carfan87 http://www.mytractorforum.com/showthread.php?t=320505 RPM indicator guage http://www.mytractorforum.com/showthread.php?t=320497&goto=newpost Fri, 24 May 2013 02:46:42 GMT I have a Long 350 which I am still fairly new to. While cutting brush today I noticed the RPM indicator hand start to fluctuate, then it went to zero and stayed there, so now I cannot tell what the RPM rating is. Is this hand cable driven, is it replaceable by the owner (me), or is there... I have a Long 350 which I am still fairly new to. While cutting brush today I noticed the RPM indicator hand start to fluctuate, then it went to zero and stayed there, so now I cannot tell what the RPM rating is. Is this hand cable driven, is it replaceable by the owner (me), or is there something else I should be checking for? Any help will be greatly appreciated. Thanks. ]]> Other Brands bewoodyjr http://www.mytractorforum.com/showthread.php?t=320497 185 hydro questions http://www.mytractorforum.com/showthread.php?t=320489&goto=newpost Fri, 24 May 2013 02:40:54 GMT Hi everybody. I recently decided to fix up my late grandpas 2 JD mowers a 185 hydro 46 inch deck with the 17hp kawi and a 175 with 2 38 inch decks and a 14 hp kawi. Ive got the 185 coming together pretty good except for a couple issues maybe yall can help me with. ... Hi everybody. I recently decided to fix up my late grandpas 2 JD mowers a 185 hydro 46 inch deck with the 17hp kawi and a 175 with 2 38 inch decks and a 14 hp kawi. Ive got the 185 coming together pretty good except for a couple issues maybe yall can help me with. 1= Does anyone have a picture of how the front of the deck attaches to the frame? It was off when I got it and im sure im missing a bracket or something. 2= Is there anywhere other than the dealer to get new deck spindles for the 46 inch deck? 3 @ 155 each is gonna get pretty expensive quick. 3= On the carb above the line that feeds the fuel there are two nipple looking pieces one with a hole and one without the one between the linkage and the block has had a piece of hose put on it and blocked off. If you remove it gas comes out while its running and drips on the sheet metal. Does anyone know what that is and what it needs to be hooked to instead of just blocked off? Thanks a lot Im now gonna attempt to load pics of the carb. Wish me luck. ]]> John Deere Forum nissanman98 http://www.mytractorforum.com/showthread.php?t=320489 Intro http://www.mytractorforum.com/showthread.php?t=320481&goto=newpost Fri, 24 May 2013 02:39:51 GMT Just joined here to do some research. Hoping to buy a lawn tractor for my new property. Just joined here to do some research. Hoping to buy a lawn tractor for my new property. ]]> Introductions JayJeep http://www.mytractorforum.com/showthread.php?t=320481 How to clean my deck http://www.mytractorforum.com/showthread.php?t=320473&goto=newpost Fri, 24 May 2013 02:33:10 GMT My tractor is a 2008 Craftsman GT5000. I just cleaned another older Craftsman in FL - had it partially jacked up and had to lay down and use a puddy knife- no fun! *WAS HOPING SOME OF YOU VETS COULD GIVE ME SOME TIPS ON CLEANING THE DECK W/O TOO MUCH TROUBLE.* I just saw where one fellow... My tractor is a 2008 Craftsman GT5000.

I just cleaned another older Craftsman in FL - had it partially jacked up and had to lay down and use a puddy knife- no fun!

WAS HOPING SOME OF YOU VETS COULD GIVE ME SOME TIPS ON CLEANING THE DECK W/O TOO MUCH TROUBLE.

I just saw where one fellow trimmed his chute guard so that the grass kicked out/up more and hopefully keep the deck cleaner too. I had already considered something along these lines. Someone else used a bungee cord to keep it partially open. Whats the best mod that will also keep it safe?

I did see where Sears sells some sort of hose attachment that could be used to spray it clean- but where would it be placed in order to get the entire thing clean?

Thanks, George in NC ]]> Craftsman/Sears Forum burrpenick http://www.mytractorforum.com/showthread.php?t=320473 Dead 455 ...... Help ! http://www.mytractorforum.com/showthread.php?t=320465&goto=newpost Fri, 24 May 2013 02:33:07 GMT I recently purchased a 455 with about 800 hours on it. I've had long enough to put about 20 hours on with no issues at all. Today I washed the exterior (no under hood) and parked it in the garage.

Went to take it out of the garage an hour later and it started and ran fine for 25 feet and then stopped.

After it died the instrument panel was totally dead with no lights and the starter does not click when the key is turned but the headlights are bright when turned on.

Is there a master fuse or circuit breaker that kills all but the lights?

No dash power (goes through ignition switch i presume) but still have good headlight power.

I'm thinking any of the safety switches would kill the engine but not the entire dash electrical.

Thoughts? ]]> John Deere Forum Nailerdog http://www.mytractorforum.com/showthread.php?t=320465 Eaton Model 11 charge pump manual http://www.mytractorforum.com/showthread.php?t=320457&goto=newpost Fri, 24 May 2013 02:31:44 GMT For some light reading.. For some light reading..
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]]> Bolens Forum trx430ex http://www.mytractorforum.com/showthread.php?t=320457 <![CDATA[Couple of stx 38's]]> http://www.mytractorforum.com/showthread.php?t=320449&goto=newpost Fri, 24 May 2013 02:29:11 GMT Friend told me about this site, I've been looking up a few things and found a couple fixes for my 38's! So now I have decided to join, I look forward to learning new things!! Thanks!:MTF_wel: ]]> Introductions muddweiser http://www.mytractorforum.com/showthread.php?t=320449 New Here http://www.mytractorforum.com/showthread.php?t=320433&goto=newpost Fri, 24 May 2013 02:23:18 GMT This is a nice site, some good reading. Looking forward to talking with yall. Oh yea I am from Tx :howdy: This is a nice site, some good reading. Looking forward to talking with yall. Oh yea I am from Tx :howdy: ]]> Introductions JLWelding http://www.mytractorforum.com/showthread.php?t=320433 Spring Pond Fishing http://www.mytractorforum.com/showthread.php?t=320425&goto=newpost Fri, 24 May 2013 02:21:58 GMT Fellow MTF member trac-son(Mike) and I did a freshwater trip last weekend at a local pond that sits back in the woods. The action wasn't lively, but we decked a few. We started out fishing Mepps in-line spinners with a touch of success. Mike nailed this largemouth with one.



After a bit we switched to salted fleck plastic worms. That enticed the pickerel. Mike nailed the first couple.



At this point, I'm having a rough day.......and Mike's smiling my way a bit too much. Then I have a nice hit............ and the fish snaps my line :banghead3 The next pass I dropped the worm in the exact same spot and he nails it again. The water heaved....... this one had some shoulders. A nice fight and a few spirited runs later, I landed a 27", four lb. pickerel. One of the larger ones I've ever caught. Made a nice day on the water even better. I think I heard Mike muttering something about a lucky old man, lol.

]]> The Great Outdoors tiretrx http://www.mytractorforum.com/showthread.php?t=320425 quality of cut....please help! http://www.mytractorforum.com/showthread.php?t=320409&goto=newpost Fri, 24 May 2013 02:16:06 GMT This past January I picked up a brand new X749, with it I got the 54" deck. Spring was rather late this year in MN so I have only been mowing a couple of weeks. The first two times when the lawn was starting to grow, I used the side discharge and the cut seemed OK. The last week or so after some fertilizer and a lot of rain, my grass has really thickened up. I then installed the JD mulch kit, the included blades seemed sharp, I verified deck level side to side and the front slightly lower than the back. When I mow, no matter if I go at a snail's pace or slightly faster, I get two windrows of cut grass about where the blade tips of the center blade would be. In these two windrows I also have approx. 1" width of uncut grass. Also the cut seems very uneven, some of it seems as though the grass has been laid over rather than cut. I understand factory blades might not be the sharpest but I would think that I should get a few decent cuts out of them before sharpening. But what I'm most concerned about is why I am getting stripes of uncut grass at the blade tips of the center blade??? Any thoughts as to what I am missing or not doing? ]]> John Deere Forum pshoodr http://www.mytractorforum.com/showthread.php?t=320409 Pressure washer issue http://www.mytractorforum.com/showthread.php?t=320401&goto=newpost Fri, 24 May 2013 02:15:20 GMT I just put a new 3000 psi pump on my 5.5 hp tecumseh.. I'm not sure what's wrong but I'm not getting pressure, I tightened the pressure adjustment (I think). Anyway here is a video of what I'm getting. Because its acting about the same as it did before I replace the pump, I am suspicious of the gun or pressure hose. Here is a poorly shot YouTube video of the issue..


What does a faulty pressure gun act like? I get an initial surge. And then no real pressure....


Thanks ]]> Pressure Washers tpadge http://www.mytractorforum.com/showthread.php?t=320401 Wanted: 2 parts for a Wheel Horse 520H http://www.mytractorforum.com/showthread.php?t=320385&goto=newpost Fri, 24 May 2013 02:07:39 GMT Hello,

I am looking for a sleeve hitch and a front "WH" hub cap for a 520H. Please PM me if you have one or both to sell. StWeiler is looking for a sleeve hitch too.

Thanks. ]]> jrr28 http://www.mytractorforum.com/showthread.php?t=320385 John Deere 14SE - no spark? http://www.mytractorforum.com/showthread.php?t=320377&goto=newpost Fri, 24 May 2013 01:58:29 GMT New here but been lurking for a couple of weeks... I have searched but found no definitive answer, so here goes...

I have a 14SE that I have owned since new. The carb is spotless; clean and no varnish. At the end of last season, it wouldn't start. Drained the gas tank, and figured I would tackle it this year.

I replaced the ignition with a AM121796 (Kawasaki Part with a JD tag) that I purchased from the local JD dealer.

I installed the part, and still no joy. No spark from the plug. No spark from the rubber boot w/o the plug. I show a gain of about 7v on a voltmeter when trying to start.

I don't know if it is a bad ignition part or just a plug.

Ideas?

Thanks, Doug



]]> Walk Behind Mowers DJinCO http://www.mytractorforum.com/showthread.php?t=320377 need some more help please http://www.mytractorforum.com/showthread.php?t=320369&goto=newpost Fri, 24 May 2013 01:51:33 GMT My son bought a JD 170 a couple weeks ago and it has worked great until the other day. He was mowing and lost tension on the deck blades. I think there are 2 springs on the deck but not here to look at right now. One is for tension on the pto and the other is for tension on the deck itself. There... My son bought a JD 170 a couple weeks ago and it has worked great until the other day. He was mowing and lost tension on the deck blades. I think there are 2 springs on the deck but not here to look at right now. One is for tension on the pto and the other is for tension on the deck itself. There are no JD dealers close to us so I either need a part # for the spring or a discription of what it might be called. And maybe a place to buy it on the net. I would really appriciate it ]]> John Deere Forum clap http://www.mytractorforum.com/showthread.php?t=320369