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X485SENoob · 04-11-2012, 05:51 PM

I'd like to use the 44" front blade from my X320 on my "new" X485. Anyone know if it will work?

Thanks!

Hans-X585 · 04-11-2012, 06:49 PM

Not without modification to the blade or hitch.

Cat385B · 04-11-2012, 08:31 PM

The blade won't cover the width of the tractor, not to mention when angled.

wizzo · 04-11-2012, 09:44 PM

Might be better to sell the 44" blade to cover the cost of a used 54" blade that will fit the X485... There is probably a way to do it if you can fab up some pieces (and extensions for the blade).

X485SENoob · 04-11-2012, 09:57 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by wizzo

Might be better to sell the 44" blade to cover the cost of a used 54" blade that will fit the X485... There is probably a way to do it if you can fab up some pieces (and extensions for the blade).

I don't think there is a huge market here for blades. Some years we get measurable snow, some we don't. Dealer didn't even want it with the X320 as trade in. Not many used blades crop up on CL close by either. But I always watch pretty close...

wizzo · 04-11-2012, 10:12 PM

I see what you mean... I had problems trying to find a used blade in SW Ohio. The fun thing I see about making it fit is that you'll have to come up with a way to lift it.

X485SENoob · 04-18-2012, 03:00 PM

Ok - new question. Will a blade from a '98 455 fit on my X485?

Mike X485 · 04-18-2012, 09:04 PM

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Originally Posted by X485SENoob

OK - new question. Will a blade from a '98 455 fit on my X?

Yes, with some minor mods. You need longer hoses on the angling cylinder and 90 degree elbows on the ends of the hoses.
Also you can not use the quick hitch from a 455 with the mower deck install.

04-11-2012, 06:49 PM	#2
Hans-X585 Tractor Nut Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: Brookville, Ohio Posts: 539 MTF Member # 17637	Re: Will a 44" Front Blade fit an X485? Not without modification to the blade or hitch. __________________

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wizzo MTF Tractor Nut Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Ohio Posts: 3,304 MTF Member # 32657	Re: Will a 44" Front Blade fit an X485? Might be better to sell the 44" blade to cover the cost of a used 54" blade that will fit the X485... There is probably a way to do it if you can fab up some pieces (and extensions for the blade). __________________ 2010 John Deere X500 48X w/ Mulch Kit, Gators & HDAPs Brinly Plug Aerator, JD Spreader & 10p Cart 48" Front Blade, Wheel Weights & Suitcase Weights 30" Mechanical Tiller 2009 JD X300 42X (Traded @ 34 hrs for X500) 2005 Lawn Boy Push Mower (It's lonely now that the X500 gets all the attention) Stihl KM 90 R Kombi System 1960's Wheel Horse Repowered w/ Tecumseh 10HP (But It Blowed Up)

04-11-2012, 10:12 PM	#6
wizzo MTF Tractor Nut Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Ohio Posts: 3,304 MTF Member # 32657	Re: Will a 44" Front Blade fit an X485? I see what you mean... I had problems trying to find a used blade in SW Ohio. The fun thing I see about making it fit is that you'll have to come up with a way to lift it. __________________ 2010 John Deere X500 48X w/ Mulch Kit, Gators & HDAPs Brinly Plug Aerator, JD Spreader & 10p Cart 48" Front Blade, Wheel Weights & Suitcase Weights 30" Mechanical Tiller 2009 JD X300 42X (Traded @ 34 hrs for X500) 2005 Lawn Boy Push Mower (It's lonely now that the X500 gets all the attention) Stihl KM 90 R Kombi System 1960's Wheel Horse Repowered w/ Tecumseh 10HP (But It Blowed Up)

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