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Hi Folks, I'm new to the board as I am having hydraulic problems with my 1998 4400hst with 330 hrs. I recently changed the fluid and filter and notice small...
Hi Lee, The shavings you mention could be coming from a number of sources (none of them good). The transmission serves as the sump for the hydrostatic and...
After you changed the fluid and used the hydraulics did you re-check the fluid level? Some metal wear is normal how much did you see? Was it fine particles...
This happened to me with my 1999. Luckily it was still under warranty. I brought it to the dealer and Deere had them strip the tractor down and replace...
So now that my stomach has sank and my heart has skipped a beat..... yikes!!!! After I refilled the fluid I checked the level after using a bit to make sure I...
hi lee, I don't remember, does the 4400 have dual hydraulic pumps?, If it only has one pump, does the steering work when the loader quits??? Is the joystick...
The key broke off in the ignition of my 4400. Does anyone know of a method of starting the tractor without the key? I don't have a spare key or else I'd try...
Hi Vic, I am going to suggest what you probably know already, "Replace the ignition switch". To start this tractor, you must get power to the fuel shut-off...
Can anyone tell me how to test a water temp sending unit to see if it is working properly. My 4300 temp gauge has started running close to the red but the...
would put new thermostat in. the water can go through the radiator too fast and not disapate the heat. check screen and rad.for dirt, it doesn't take...
Hi Tonhon I agree with Halsey Betters, "Replace the thermostat". Check the radiator and radiator screen for debris. If the temp gauge still is reading in the...
Thanks for the replies on my previous post. The problem must be with the gauge or sending unit because when it shows in the red the engine is not overheating....
I have a Brand New takeoff hood for a 4010? When I bought My 4110 it had the 4010 Fiberglass hood and I bought a 4110 from the Dealer. Will take $100. That is...
gonna buy new JD but prob is equipment shed is too low to acommodate it because of vertical exhaust pipe. JD is replacing MF 135 which had undercarriage...
Hi Frank, If you are looking at a newer JD compact or utility, you will find that most of them come standard with under the hood exhaust. On my 4500, I had to...
Hello to all! Just took delivery of a 2005 HST with only 210 hours on it. I'm new to the group and looking forward to sharing info on JD's compacts. Since I'm...
... Hi Craig, I built a small tool shed for my JD4200. It cost more than half the cost of a big pole barn. It's big enough to even put my LX173 lawn tractor in...
Welcome from Iowa Craig. Sounds like a nice tractor you got there. Any implements along with it? Make sure you take a picture or two and post them in the...
Hi Tom- Thanks for your greeting from Iowa! Yes, we also picked up a used JD 655 tiller and a new Frontier spreader. I'll post some pics soon. We'll be using...
Hi Jeff- A 14' X 20' would be great but I want to build up my savings right now. Sounds like a great space for your machines, though! Do you have a cement...
Hi Craig, No it doesn't have a cement floor in it. It has a wood floor. I built it on runners.So in the case that I want to move it. So far it has done...
I also just bought a 2002 JD4110. It has a 60" belly mower. What is the best way to keep the mower up when I till or blade the drive? I really don't want to...
hello bud, I have a 4310 and I just crank up the height gauge all the way once the mower deck is all the way up. I do have the third scv that powers the mower...
I have a 4400 with a 60" deck with a third SCV. When I want the mower to stay up, I disconnect the lines to the lift cylinder and it stays up and I do not...
Is anyone familiar with the workings of a 655? I bought a used unit and it has a small chaincase oil leak where the tine shaft flange mates with the chain case...
Looking for advice on a older model (1966)John Deere 4020 with the dash-mounted shifter controls. Syncro-Range Transmission. Last year I started having...
I was wondering if anyone has had any similar experiences as mine. My 4400 seems to work well for a while and then all of a sudden will act like it slips out...