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As a owner of a 790, can't say enough good about the tractor. Would recommend the R4 tires. I have all three, R1 (Tractor), R3 (Turf), and the R4s. The R4s seem to be a good compromise between traction when using the box blade and mowing. They aren't as smooth riding as the turf's but beat changing back and forth. If mowing is the only thing you are planning, then go with the turf's. One item to consider, when buying tractor, you get a two year warranty with a new one. "Something you probably won't need with a 790"! Can't say any tractor makes mowing a pleasure, but I can mow in two hour what use to take six with my old rider. The 790 will handle a five or six foot finish mower with no problem.

Used 4200 or new 790 any advise is welcom
John Deere Tractors
Replies 14 Post by James Q. (Joe) Smith

Scott, I use water-antifreeze and it works very well. Not as heavy but will do the job just the same.If you go to www.gemplers.com you can see and order the tools to do this job .The one I use cost about $8.00.You will need a few things to get started.A small pump(like one that fits in a drill)and a couple pieces of garden hose and the tool that screws on the valve stem.Try to keep the fluid up above the tire so gravity will help.Go slow and push the button on the tool every so often to let the air out.Keep the water away from the drill! Fill so the mix is up to the top of the rim.Take the weight off the wheel.Thats it. It takes awhile ! Good Luck -Ken

Filling rear tractor tires with antifreeze
Parts and Repair
Replies 57 Post by Ken

I agree. The problem is in the spool valve (the thing with the levers on it). The detent is usually just a spring-loaded ball and detent. This gizmo is a common source of problems and repair parts are available for every spool valve that I've ever seen. The detent spring and ball usually lives under the extended cap on the opposite end of the valve from the levers. What I usually do is to take this cap off and see if it is something simple like a broken spring, and if not - just replace the whole valve. The parts are not expensive, but then the whole valve is not expensive. The good valves are a little more than half the price that you have been quoted. If this is a separate valve body, then the valves are outsourced by the company that makes the loader for JD. There are dozens of spool valve manufacturers, and they vary much more widely in quality than in price. None of them costs anything like $600, and most are interchangeable. Any hydraulics house can sell you a replacement.

John Deere 420 Loader Hydraulic Question
John Deere Tractors
Replies 5 Post by Roger L.

I have just bought 7 hilly acres, 3 of which need mowing. My tractor will spend 90% of its life mowing and the other 10% will be spent dragging a box blade over the 1'000 ft. long driveway and helping drag trees out of the woods. Does the BX2200 sound like a good tractor? I currently have a John Deere LX188 (17hp liquid cooled lawn tractor), it runs great and was perfect for my old 1 acre lot, but now it is just not big enough.Thanks

Which tractor
Kubota Tractors
Replies 4 Post by Dane

I am trying to make the same decision, but am also considering a NH TC25D.
Regarding Kabota, the 7500 does now have position control on the lift, while the 2410 ant 2710 do. I am agonizing over this since the 2410 is 3hp and $2,000 more than the 7500. I am waiting for more responses on this and the tractorbynet boards. Good luck.

B7500 Questions Help Appreciated
John Deere Tractors
Replies 5 Post by WH_Bob

I don't believe that there is any such thing as a tire with good traction on ice. This goes for trying to pull a load or a hill in snow over ice as well. To solve the problem, I use turf tires plus a set of lightweight chains that I put on for wintertime. The chains where made up specifically for my tires by modifying a lightweight set of automotive chains....I believer that they were originally for a Saab. These chains stay on the tractor throughout the winter. They fit well, and neither the tires nor the chains show any wear from this practice after 18 years. Traction is superior to any type of tread in the snow and ice. I think that I have a picture of the tractor so-equipped. Email me and I will scan it in for you.

Proper tread pattern choice
Parts and Repair
Replies 2 Post by Roger L.

I've mowed my yard with a 420/430/1010/B/50/520 and they all scuff if you corner under power. Personally I think this scuffing issue is all out of proportion. The compact utility was designed for tight cornering. In my opinion the best handling doesn't always produce the best results. Wouldn't this be similar to using a 4 wheeler if you turn hard. I can't seem to get at the after factory design that is going to change this steering. Where are the specifcations and or photos of the design.

John Deere Scuffing
John Deere Tractors
Replies 54 Post by Chuck Westerfield

Doug I'm glad to hear you like your new machine. I tried both the TC18 & 21 models last summer and thought the 18 would be a little light in the HP dept. with the loader on and running a mower. I was quoted $11400 for the TC 21D $2800 for the loader and $1750 for the mower. Do these sound about right?

TC18 TC21
New Holland Tractors
Replies 7 Post by John Wintergrass

sounds like the wedges were never adjusted to me. I noticed that my right wedge has to be adjusted, and I could imagine the bracket coming out of place if the right force was applied. User neglect would be the reason for the bucket falling off, unless otherwise known by anyother user.

JD420 430 Loader Problem
Loaders Back Hoes
Replies 2 Post by SteveofNJ

Thanks for the info Murf. I always try to do everything legally. This time it sounds like the boys had too much time on their hands when they made the rules. I'll take my chances with 3 straps rated at 3300 lbs holding my 1500 lb tractor, 700 lb weight box, and 400 lb loader on my trailer. I never did have any faith in the safety chain setup. From personal observations most safety chains spend their day making sparks on the pavement. That strap deal at Sam's Club sounds like the same straps that I paid $30 for!!!! Who would have ever dreamed that my brother might actually be right about something??

Trailer story
John Deere Tractors
Replies 9 Post by Larry in MI.

Let me start by saying I have looked at green, blue, and orange, and I think they are all good machines, but geen and blue dealerships are closer to where I live. I stoped in at my New Holland dealer, and on the lot was a TC45D with the new Loader on it. I have looked at the John Deere 4700 series and was quoted a price of $21000, and $3450 for the loader. The dealer did not even know when he could get me one with the new axle, hst, and 4wd. The new loader is pretty easy to remove, pull a few pins, disconect hydraulics, and drop the parking stand, and you are done. The new loader is very sleek looking, and has a 72 inch heavy duty bucket on it. The loader's joystick remains on the tractor, it has a low and high range on the joystick like you would see on a combine. So, in low range, high range, etc. you would have a high and low range within that range. Cool!. The tractor seat sets wonderful. swilves 20 degrees, has deluxe 3pt, and cruise control. By the way, for people who do not want the loader, the same high, and low button is on the left console next to the 3pt controls. the tractor drove great, smooth, the loader operated easily, it realy is a good looking machine. The dealer even had literature on the three new tractors! The one on the lot did not have supersteer. I was quoted a price of 18850 for 4wd, hst, folding rops, supersteer, and 3700 for the loader and bucket, 220 single valve with 2 couplers, and an extra single control valve with 195, they said 2nd is cheaper. Total price- $22965. Total price of deere with no remotes or folding rops-24450. It dosen't take long to see which one I am going to buy. Can't figure out why so much of a price differene? Deere dealership wanted 650 per remote. Also, priced woods 72 inch rear discharge finishing mower for 1850 dollars with rollers on it. Is this a good deal on the new holland and woods finishing mower?, Has anybody had lot of trouble with their tractors. This tractor and loader looks to be well made. The dealer said within one to two weeks he could have the tractor at my house, if ordered.

New Boomer TC45D Price
New Holland Tractors
Replies 3 Post by James

I have a Landpride 72", which is an excellent product. I got the side discharge model, because my dealer told me it tends to not clump the grass as much as the rear discharge. It cost about$1,600 new. Good luck!

Which finish mower
Operating and Attachments
Replies 2 Post by Selveege

Bernie, you have probably already tried this but if not try clicking on BRANDS on this board. I know there are several Hinomoto postings there.

Hinomoto E23
Hinomoto
Replies 2 Post by Larry in MI.

Chris, Use a bottom plow first, then a rototiller. Pick all the goonies that you can firts, cuz they raise hell with the tiller. Don't forget to do a soil analysis first, and put all your basics including lime on first. You have to get those down into the soil cuz they don't migrate well. It may take you about a week of steady work after work to get it done, depending on the tiller size. You will be very pleased with the results, and the new grass will love you. If you just use one of these rock rakes or Rock Hounds, you'll only loosen about 2 inches. Grass loves at least 6 inches to be moved. Helps the roots grow easily, and moisture to be sucked up. Worked great for me. Hope this helps.

Rototiller
Operating and Attachments
Replies 5 Post by Bill

$15000 to $15400 plus tax is the opening offer in S.E. Michigan (visited 2 dealers, called 1) for B7500 with loader and 60" deck. Appreciate any feedback re. these prices.

Also, any bargaining techniques I can use to bring it down would be greatly appreciated!!

B 7500 prices
Kubota Tractors
Replies 5 Post by M. Sullivan

Oil pressure light stays on. Oil and filter changed, pressure switch checked (OK), and oil pressure measured at about 10 psi at all rpm levels. Suggestions on next step prior to checking oil pump, which is quite a job on this model?

Low Oil Pressure
Kubota Tractors
Replies 2 Post by Allan C. Stevenson

Thanks for the reply. Would you think that the 1550 with 250 hours, power steering, in like new condition, with a Bush Hog front end loader would be worth $9K?

Thanks,
Kevin

kubota 1550 with bush hog loader
Kubota Tractors
Replies 3 Post by Kevin Alewine

The Brush brute is manufactured by a small 'mom & pop' operation (the farmer who invented it and his wife actually) so they do not have a website, however I will glady send info. to anyone who contacts me.

Clearing trees
Tractor Projects
Replies 16 Post by Murf

Thanks for the followup. I'm absolutely sure that it wasn't operated
correctly, and I wondered if after thrashing the gear train the
first time they just never fixed it properly. (It wasn't dealer
serviced.)

Their new MF needed a clutch at 300 hours, which indicates the
skill level of the chimps they have driving it. :-)

thanks,
tim

JD 755 question - chronic problem with FWD mech
John Deere Tractors
Replies 3 Post by Tim

Have you guys seen the new web site updates at www.venturepro.com? They did a nice job of updating their site.Nice job!

New Website For Venture Products
Website Operations Howto
Replies 1 Post by pequeajim