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Gentlemen, i own a 4300 hydro with 200 hrs.Never had any problems...ever...til last week. I went to start the tractor and it would not turn over. Long story short is that the forward and reverse pedals were out of balance, and i guess making the tractor think it was in gear and would not turn over. After about a zillion hours of trying everything else i just pushed down the foward pedal, and then it started. Ever heard of this? I'm looking for a possible fix since it has done it about five times now. pushing down on one of the pedals always takes care of the problem. Please help!!!!

4300 hydro stuck in gear
John Deere Tractors
Replies 3 Post by dan g

I get the same thing as a contractor. Just say NO. I also rehab old cars. When I bought my Miller mig welder, my friends acted like they went in half or something. Don't lend it out!
You are the loser when something goes wrong and it will. They will ride her hard and put her away wet! Others don't have that pride of ownership. Are they there paying for your oil changes? Will they buy your new tires? Will they even clean it up when they are done? NOT! Most people don't even offer to put fuel in it or your truck you hauled it over in!
Make a policy that only YOU will operate YOUR machine when it is convient for YOU. As soon as you say "sure you can HIRE me and MY machine for the day" you'll be astonished to find people stop asking!
If it's family or a close friend, don't charge but don't lend it. Let people say what they want. If they don't like it go rent or buy a machine.
Sorry if I sound harsh but that's real life. When you need something, do you see people flocking to help? There's always an excuse. Lending usually is a One Way Street.
Dan G.

Do you lend your tractor
Parts and Repair
Replies 33 Post by Dan G

I have a quote from a local dealer for a TC35D with FWD, FEL, Joystick, Filled R-4's for $18,400. I think I may be better off with a 40D at about $1200 more. What do ya think about the price? I think I can beat him up a little.
ps. Great site!

tc40d quote
New Holland Tractors
Replies 20 Post by Dan G

Keith,
Since I just found this site I may have missed that message about the 35. It does make a lot of sence when you think about it! It over a 1000 lbs. more with FEL! I doubt if the difference in the stroke is long enough to compensate! But then the gearing may be totally different to compensate. It sure doesent say in the brochure!
The TC40 goes to a 4 cylinder. After seeing it match up with the stump I know it has the power! But then again will 5hp make it a dog or is it the loss of a cylinder that makes all the diference?
I currently have a Ford 3000 (3cyl gas) and it falls on it's face in the thicker parts of the pasture or even going up hill. I was assuming that wouldn't be the same with a 3cyl diesel. I use a 6' flail mower. Any input guys?
Unless I dig up some money in the back yard it's either 35hp and supersteer or 40hp and standard steer. ( I'll start digging )
I stopped at my local dealer today with my wife. There we saw a TC29, 30, 33, 35 and a TN55. She jumped right up on the TC35D! That settled it for frame size! (any ideas on how to get our wives to do all the farm chores so we can watch football???)
The pro is that when the backhoe is purched (next year) it'll have the reach I need to keep the streams clear. The con is it won't fit in the barn. Reverse the problem with the TC33. I guess I'll make the openeing wider! Solves that!
Thanks in advance for any input!

TC35 TC40 or TC45
New Holland Tractors
Replies 9 Post by Dan G