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I filled mine with scrap steel parts...my thoughts were that I could empty if I wanted to sell or transport. Use an I match hitch set up for quick coupling. Also scrap steel may be heavier than concrete but don't really know.

BALLAST BOX FOR THE 4110
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Replies 30 Post by Chuck Westerfield

Hillbilly, from the overview of your posts, it appears you were engaging the diff lock on the go. I question doing this as you could only grind the gears...I don't think it was designed for that purpose, traction...and only a last means for getting the tractor unstuck. I may be wrong, but I don't use theone on my 4400 except when stopping...have not had any problems....

JD 4400 hydro differental
Parts and Repair
Replies 21 Post by Chuck Westerfield

they do make rear lights for the tractor, just purchased two for my 4400 and the wiring harness is already in place to hook up

Lights for JD4400 and canopy
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Replies 7 Post by Chuck Westerfield

looks like you got a lot of questions. I believe most of them are answered in the post, but in general JD never had a recall. They made up a kit for those that seemed to know the problem and had good dealers. The dealer has to get the kit for you and JD pays him so many hours to install. I installed my own kit. JD had Dana design the front end and they screwed up by eliminating the ackerman effect of turning. In short the outer wheel turning has to turn at a different radius. Kit includes the complete front end, new pump and steering control, pressure line.

Warranty service in general 4000-series front axle scuff issues
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Replies 4 Post by Chuck Westerfield

I installed the kit myself on my 4400. The crate comes with axle, steering control, new pump 100cc, and new pressure oil line that mates with the pump...you don't need to change any hoses...but time takes a lot longer than JD allows the dealer...it took me about 10 hours...JD only allows dealer about 5. I really like the new front....no turning problems after installation...right and left are the same....really makes the difference in the tractor...absolutely no scuffing in 2wd...front end is green rather than black....I've got pics of my installation if anyone interested....

Scuffing
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Replies 11 Post by Chuck Westerfield

this is the axle design problem....has the cross cylinder tied both ends to the outter hubs and does not have the tie rod...poor design

New John Deere 4400
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Replies 6 Post by Chuck Westerfield

Mike: no pun intended but did Chevrolet make the perfect V8 the first year...got it perfected around 57. Did Winchester make the perfect lever action rifle, got it right around 1894. Now I agree that who is making something should make it perfectly right the first time, whether its the government or industry but it never happens and everyone knows that. When you buy into technology there is always an evolution.

Is Deere getting the message
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Replies 26 Post by Chuck Westerfield

be careful on the replacement of axle, as the dash assy has to come apart. They give the dealer 5 hours and I put the unit on myself and it took 10-11 hours. I didn't hurry. The new front is great. There is a backlog on the units and I guarantee if you sold your tractor with the old front you'd be docked.

The saga of Deere s axle problem continues
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Replies 8 Post by Chuck Westerfield

sounds like you may have damaged your pto clutches, I'd see if there is an adjustment on them. Isn't a 4200 a little lite for a post hole digger?

JD 4200 Smoking Hydrolics
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Replies 5 Post by Chuck Westerfield

Al, I used square wood blocks, raised the front to releave pressure on tire, placed blocks. After removing the wheels, dropped the front out. Then took the new crate down to the base, slid the new unit under tractor, used handy man jack, removed the block, put my floor jack back under then I could lower into place. The unit came complete with the bolsters, new bolts, etc. You then have to adjust the center pin adjuster. I could probably do another one with a little less time, I just didn't get into rush. Works like a charm. Dealer gave me couple gallons of oil. My dealer is a super guy. He said there were 170 requests for front now. Front end is entirely different than the old set up. It is much like the one I had on my 870. The control value is 100 instead of 80 on the old one. Whatever that means. I took the old assy back to the dealer as he might be able to sell some parts off it. If you want any more information please advise.

John Deere Scuffing
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Replies 54 Post by Chuck Westerfield

just picket up a new 430 loader, not another problem, my dealer just got me the new axle, I hate to ask him about this also. Don't mind fixing, any idea what the fix is?

JD recall on FEL
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Replies 9 Post by Chuck Westerfield

The size of tractor to purchase is hard to determine. I looked at the complete line of 4000 series and choose the 4400. The 4500 and 4600 were rather larger tractors to use on the lawn. I figured if the 4100 was good the 4400 was the best and never let a budget determine the purchase. I did overlook the axle problem but have one coming. The 4400 has ample power and low end torque. Personally I can't see why they bothered making the 4300 as it is the same tractor except underpowered. Same for the 4200. I think it was all a pricing deal. Keeping all this in mind, I've never heard anyone that purchased a tractor say. "This thing has too much power".

Very confused and in need of help
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Replies 11 Post by Chuck Westerfield

Jack's right about the dealer. Spoke to my dealer 3 times today on purchasing a 430 loader. He's having the new front axle sent, said would be in next week. Don't buy the 4400 without the new front axle. I've driven both and there's no comparison. Was mowing the yard this afternoon. Has some moisture and I couldn't use but half steering without starting to scuff. The new axle will not scuff. The dealer has to ask for the retro fit and I have an excellent dealer. Really like the 4400, I believe they were trying to get a real hard turn steering but over did it.

Jd 4400 vs kubota 2910
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Replies 8 Post by Chuck Westerfield

Jack, you're on target about handling the complaint. I have been on the scuff boards about my JD4400. At first I thought complaints were not significant, however upon more inquiry and using the tractor I noted the problems. You know there's more. One has to handle an inquiry or complaint in the appropriate manner. I then started getting information. Spoke to an engineer at Dana and also investigated the new front end first hand. I approached my dealer with an inquiry type complaint and I'm getting results. He said the factory is sending the upgrade. I'm proud of my dealer as he does take these inquiries serious and so does John Deere.

JD Customer Satisfaction Survey
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Replies 4 Post by Chuck Westerfield

I've been on the scuff board and am waiting on my new front end. The dealer advised that the factory is sending, however I have encountered another problem that could be an accident situation. Was mowing today and noted that the lift would not work...in examining the control bracket had loosened from the lift arm on the left side. Upon future examination I noticed that it was held on by an e key and the lift is very small. If this arm pops off the lift will fall. I drilled a hole and put a kotter key with washer. This is a riskey item. Please check yours.

Looking for Input on JD4200 JD4400
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Replies 13 Post by Chuck Westerfield