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I'm looking at a real low miles 2000 XLT F250 4x4 regular cab. It has the 5.4 engine. Wondering about known things to watch out for? I saw some posts about ball joints and auto hubs. Issues there?<br>
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The truck has remote start but I'm not sure about remote entry. Was that common in this model year? It doesn't have the keypad on the door. Owner has passed away and wife isn't sure. There is no Ford remote entry on the keychain. I didn't think to try the other buttons on the remote start. I know where the remote entry box is on my Explorer. Not sure about the F250 truck.<br>
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Also, truck had a Myers plow. Owner gave the plow away but truck still has hitch, inside controls, and wiring. The hitch is of the tube style. If I look for a plow and lights is there a certain model I need to look or ask for?<br>
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Craig <br>
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2000 F250
Pickup Trucks and Trailers
Replies 8 Post by cef2lion

A friend of mine is having me transfer his Myer snow plow hitch and wiring harness from his '05 to '06 2500HD. It has the snow plow prep package. What all does this prep package include? Is there anything in the package to ease installation of the wiring harness? I saw a bit of information on a GMC Web site that there is a plugged hole in the firewall to pass the harness into the cab.<br>
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Craig<br>
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Snow plow prep package
Pickup Trucks and Trailers
Replies 4 Post by cef2lion

If you mean the X575, X585, and X595. They are lawn and garden tractors. The new 3000 20 series is a compact tractor. The 3000 20 series will replace the 4210, 4310, and 4410 compact series. There is already a 4000 20 series out that replaced the 4510, 4610, and 4710.<br>
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The 3000 20 series have yet to be announced. My dealer was in Florida for a preview. The UK site has some pictures that might represent what the new series will look like. Not sure when the announcement will be or when they might be available. New models in the CUT line with new model numbers to represent the mid and large chassis sizes. <br>
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Just a guess but next I would expect a 2000 20 series replacing the 2210, 4010, 4110, and 4115. Time will tell.<br>
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Craig

New Models
John Deere Tractors
Replies 2 Post by cef2lion

Thanks for all your posts. All the information makes perfect sense and I have to agree. I will pass it along to my friend.

Craig

Backhoe on 4210
Loaders Back Hoes
Replies 5 Post by cef2lion

This appears to be a common issue with the hoe on the 4000 series. There is a rod behind the seat that is adjustable. The rod puts the 3pt into relief once it reaches a certain height. What happens is the 3pt hits relief before the hoe is high enough to put the pins in. There are nuts on the end of the rod to make the adjustment.

The dealer showed me the adjustment and said it was set correctly but might need adjusting from time to time. I had to adjust it after a month or so but have not had to touch it since. If you watch the rod while you move the 3pt you can tell if you need to lengthen or shorten the rod. It is really easy to do but the Dealer said not to go over board with the adjustment. I think the hoe is about the only 3pt attachment where this adjustment comes into play.

Craig

Attaching Backhoe to JD4310
Loaders Back Hoes
Replies 16 Post by cef2lion

When I bought my 2003 4410 I wanted the armrests but they were only listed as an option on the 4510 and up. The seat seemed the same on all the 10 series so my dealer thought the kit should work. His only concern was the clearance on each side of the seat in relation to range and 3pt levers. He said I might need to fold the arms up to access these levers. he ordered the kit with the tractor but called and said they wouldn't install it until they brought the tractor and showed me them. The kit they had required drilling holes in the side of the seat edge to fasten it. They didn't want to do that until I saw it.

I decided not to keep the kit and they took it back. I was wondering how you kit looks and installs when you get around to it. Keep us posted.

Craig

4410 Seat Armrest Kit Install
John Deere Tractors
Replies 20 Post by cef2lion

Chief

I had my block heater installed when I bought my 4410 so I didn't install it. Mine is installed on the left side of the engine and appears to be slightly behind something. I assumed they drained the coolant to do the install. When I asked about getting a block heater the sales person suggested that I didn't need one and I was one of few that ever asked about one. I live in central PA. I had a 4310 without the block heater and never had a starting issue even on cold days but I decided to get one for my 4410.

I plug mine in about an hour before using the tractor. It's starts like summer even on the coldest of days and is very responsive and ready to go.

In summary I'm glad I got one.

Craig

4410 Block Heater Kit Install
John Deere Tractors
Replies 20 Post by cef2lion

Harvey

What kind of dolly do you have your BH on? You have any pictures? I would like to make something for my 48 BH to allow me to move it around the garage. I think it weights about 1000 pounds or so. I made a dolly for my box blade and that has worked out very well.

Craig

JD 47 48 BH dimensions
John Deere Tractors
Replies 7 Post by cef2lion

A friend of mine has been considering trading his X585 for a X595. His Dealer had him look at a 2210 but mentioned holding off for a bit. The Dealer hinted about going to a JD demo at the end of the month and mentioned something about a 2220. Will have to wait and see if a new model is announced? <br>
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Craig

2220
John Deere Tractors
Replies 1 Post by cef2lion

I have a 4410 and went with a Monroe Tufline TB266 boxblade. I considered a 5 or 6 foot and then saw Monroe had a 5.5. The 6 foot should not be an issue for a 4410.

Craig

what size boxblade for 4410 deere
John Deere Tractors
Replies 19 Post by cef2lion

I guess my lacks of posts is proof of how well my 4410 has been doing!! My 4410 has been just great. I had a 4310 for about a year and only traded it to make some attachment changes. The over-all price I was given didn't give me any cause not to go with the 4410 so I did. I not sure if I can say for sure if I sense the HP increase. Seat of the pants feeling under load is that it is a bit stronger.

For me I have found the 72" deck is a much better fit for this tractor than the 60" I had before. I get more mowing done in less time plus I can get closer to objects since the deck extends out past the tractor more. The 48 hoe can really do some work. I also got the HD bucket for the 430 loader. I added the larger alternator and a block heater at purchase time. I really like the block heater. Never had starting issues with the 4310 but the 4410 just fires right up on the coldest days and seems ready for work right away. I can only think it has to help with preventing engine wear.

Craig

Recall Confusion
John Deere Tractors
Replies 5 Post by cef2lion

My Dealer ordered the recall kit which includes a hydro transmision. They are coming to get my 4410 this Friday. They are telling me about 4 days. I'm trying to work out some issues with my Dealer about this recall.

Service has stated the recall instructs to drain and re-use the hydro fluid in the new transmission. Is this common practice or would others be concerned about this as I am?

After getting the tractor back they say I should service the transmission in 50 hours by changing the filters and fluid. I just did this right before I got this recall. I have asked that the Dealer provide the material for this service.

Craig

Recall on JD WEB site
John Deere Tractors
Replies 10 Post by cef2lion

I did some checking this evening. The R4 tires are in the wide mode. I could see the problem. The hoe had shifted over on it mounts towards the right tire. I dropped the hoe and put it back on and it was centered again. While it was off I made sure the mounts on the tractor were tight. I did trim a bit of an angle off those steps to give it a bit more clearance. You can't tell they were touched by looking at them. It seems fine now. Thanks for all the suggestions.

Craig

JD 48 Backhoe
Loaders Back Hoes
Replies 8 Post by cef2lion

I had a 4310 with the 60" MMM for about a year. I recently traded for a 4410. I changed to the 72" MMM as I took on more mowing. I find I can mow closer to things with the extra width on both sides. I mow along a ditch and with the 60" I could only get so close. With the 72" It hangs out over and cuts right to the edge. For me the 72" deck is a better fit for this size tractor. I do find places I used to be able to mow between and now I can't. I picked up a nice JD 322 lawn and garden tractor to solve some of those issues.

Craig

re mmm for 4310
John Deere Tractors
Replies 3 Post by cef2lion

Chief

Thanks!! Will keep my eyes on the mailbox.

Craig

John Deere Rear Facing Work Lights
John Deere Tractors
Replies 21 Post by cef2lion

I have a 4310 with 60" MMM and R3 tires. My mower doesn't seem to raise very high as well. There is a stop on the MMM that looks to contact the 4310 at it's highest point. Mine comes up short of contacting it by about an inch. The deck lifts by the two rear hanging arms. My thoughts are to shorten these so the deck just contacts the stop. I would then need to adjust the front draft arms to level the deck. This might give me a bit more height?

Craig

4210 MMM
John Deere Tractors
Replies 4 Post by cef2lion

I have both the front and rear Deere light kits. Instead of scotch lock the second set of wires in I made a small Y adapter with some crimp on connectors.

I want to also add some switches at some point so I can turn the aux front and rear light off and on.

Craig

Installed Fwd Facing Auxiliary Lights
John Deere Tractors
Replies 10 Post by cef2lion

I have a 4310 and have the same fogging issue. I heard there was an updated lens to correct the problem. I talked to service at my dealer and they checked on it. I was informed that the ten series came with this update and it was not correcting the problem. They said if someone else surfaces on this they would let me know. This is what I was informed??

Craig

Foggy dash on 4310
John Deere Tractors
Replies 5 Post by cef2lion

The rear light kit is LV910502
$38
Includes just one light. Supports two.

The front light kit is LVB25023
$50
Includes two lights that mount on the brush guard

The brush guard kit is LVB25236
$38
Needed for the front light kit

When I picked up the kits and looked at the lights I felt like I paid a bit much for them but... I'm not sure if you can take them apart to replace bulbs or not. Going to explore that.

There is wiring in place for these aux lights but wish there where switches in place or included to control these separate from the main lights. O well.

Craig

Work lights on 4300 tractor
John Deere Tractors
Replies 5 Post by cef2lion

I had this cruise problem with my 4310. It would disengage at times. My dealer was out to install some fix to the tilt wheel. He adjusted a brake switch that has fixed the cruise issue since. Not sure if the problem is related.

craig

4410 - Another e-hydro problem
John Deere Tractors
Replies 5 Post by cef2lion