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I'd like to see the pictures. I'm thinking of upgrading my old worn out backhoe...

For Sale 3 Point Backhoe
Loaders Back Hoes
Replies 2 Post by Roger L.

Jeff, it sounds like it is doing what many others do. The portion of the clutch that drives the PTO is not as nifty as the transmission clutch. The PTO clutch plates drag and the gears take a looooong time to spin down. IMHO it is sloppy engineering, but I have never heard of the grinding being a problem. Every tractor I've ever had has done the same. In larger tractors where you may have significant load on the PTO shaft it is common practice to shut off the engine, engage PTO gears, start engine, and finally de-clutch the PTO.....all to get the shaft to turn under power!

Grinding on PTO engagement
John Deere Tractors
Replies 4 Post by Roger L.

As far as I know, clutch pedal free travel is the only adjustment for a double clutch. The adjustment is usually a threaded rod and nut (secured with a cotter key) in the clutch linkage. About an inch of free travel is a typical setting. Too little free travel and the pilot bearing may drag, and the clutch may partially release when hitting bumps. Too much play and the clutch may not fully release, which could cause hard shifting. Anyway, it's an easy thing to check.

The fact that your PTO stops when the clutch pedal is fully depressed probably indicates that the clutch is fully releasing, and clutch drag is not the answer to the hard shifting. As far as I know, double clutches are serviced and replaced as single units. I suppose it's possible that a transmission clutch could drag when the PTO clutch releases, but such a condition wouldn't be adjustable. Transmission clutch drag could be checked directly (IN 2WD) by blocking up the rear wheels (one wheel will do if you trust the differential to release), putting the tractor in gear, and pushing in the clutch to see if the rear wheel(s) stop turning.

If the grinding you describe is when the clutch is released, it could be the pilot, or throwout, bearing. Too little free play, or a broken return spring could be the explanation, and that's something that should be fixed. If the grinding is when the clutch is in, it also could be the pilot bearing. The bearing on some tractors is exposed and has a grease zirc that is easy to miss when greasing a tractor.

If clutch drag isn't the answer, about the only other thing I can think of that wouldn't require a major tear down is the shift linkage itself. Most transmissions are operated by control arms on the side of the case. It's possible for arms or linkage to be bent, and it's possible that there are adjustment or lubrication points in some linkages. Going through a repair manual is the best way to sort out the transmission linkage.

In terms of whether continued operation would be hard on the tractor; it would be pretty irresponsible to say. I will say that my Ford 1710 is currently down because the 4wd won't engage. It's probably a broken shifting fork, and probably will require removal or the differential assembly to repair. I noticed after I bought the tractor that the 4wd lever was welded back on to its collar. I imagine the previous owner was having a hard time and just jammed the 4wd into gear. Now, it's me that has the repair job. The best I can say is that tractors are not designed so things have to be jammed to get them to work. If they don't work easily, there could be something mechanically wrong, or maybe poor operating technique. Either way, it's best to attend to the problem.

1070 hard shifting gears
Parts and Repair
Replies 20 Post by TomG

Hillbilly, that's easy, just press the valve core to let a little air out and see if liquid comes out. Of course, you want to have the tractor stopped where the valve stem is not at the top.

Tractor tires
Parts and Repair
Replies 2 Post by Bird Senter

Hello Lawrence, the reply on your message doesn't work on my computer (Toshiba running Windows NT and I.E. 4.72) But this work-around might get you some more answers. I'll copy your question after the answer. I'll bet that you have a broken brake shoe return spring. It was a common problem with those tractors and in fact is common to lots of tractors - both full size and compacts that have internal expanding drum brakes. Those return springs rust quickly and then break. The good news is that it is cheap and easy to replace them. An nice Sunday afternoon job. Be sure to get 4 springs so that you can replace them all on both sides.<br> Yes, it may well have to do with the clutch sticking. Clutch sticking like you describe can be due to the friction disk rusting to the pressure plate or flywheel, and this is a known problem caused by moisture or high humidity. If you have the one problem, you may have the other one too. To keep the clutch from sticking, block the foot lever down when you have to leave it for a week or more. Roger L.From: Lawrence D. Lopez 2000-10-24 20830<br>The tractor is a John Deere 950 compact diesel tractor with 4 wheel drive. I can force the pedal up with the back of my foot. I tried regreasing the pedal pivot point but that didn't help. Other side works fine. It's probably unrelated but the clutch had stuck engaged recently (this problem has been solved).--------------------------------------------------------------------------------<br>

JD 950 brakes that don t return
John Deere Tractors
Replies 1 Post by Roger L.

This thread has sort of developed a life of its own after I originally posted in August. Sorry I haven't posted sooner, but I have bought a tractor, a used JD955. Not quite in the same league as a JD4300 (though the HP is up there), but a good machine for me to develop skills with and to figure out whether tractoring is for me. Thanks to everyone for your help! I'll certainly call on you again as I regularly monitor this board for ideas and opportunities to contribute.

JD NH Kubota 30hp pricing
New Holland Tractors
Replies 8 Post by Bradey

Mike, by using a brass "T" or "Y" fitting you can put the idiot light and the temperature sender on the same side of the thermostat. You want to be looking at the engine side temperature. I would not put too much stock in the temperature readings until they are taken at the engine side. I use the T connector system on my own tractor. My tractors seem to run hotter than yours. One is a thermosiphon type and is designed to run quite a bit hotter than the pump and thermostat engine. When working hard, the thermosiphon runs over 200 degrees F and the more traditional waterpump cooled engine runs around the 190 degree level.
Thermostats should open slowly as the temperature rises. I wonder if both of your thermostats are opening too wide and too quickly.
Good on you for having a shop manual at all, but you have probably noticed that JD's shop manual for the 855 is poorly done....and I am being generous. The engine (3T75 series)is a standard engine made by Yanmar and used in a lot of their machinery. Yanmar itself publishes excellent parts and service manuals and they are still in print. If ou like this sort of thing, they are worth the price. The Yanmar YM220 through YM226 series of tractors used the 3T75 series engine, and these manuals might give you some insight on the design. JD did make some changes to that engine for the JD855. In fact, I think I remember that it has a different configuration to the water pump, with the pump and thermostat being in a common casting. Does this sound right to you?

Deisel coolant temperature
Parts and Repair
Replies 28 Post by Roger L.

Jerry, do you ever intend to trailer the tractor with an implement on the 3-point hitch? I use, and prefer, a 16' tandem axle trailer. You'll have better stability with a two axle than a single axle trailer. What kind of vehicle are you going to pull the trailer with? How long a distance do you intend to tow it? What kind of roads; Interstate, State Highways, Farm Roads? Paved, level, hilly, etc.? What speed do you intend to drive? Trailer brakes are preferable, especially if the weight of the trailer and load exceed 40% of the weight of the towing vehicle, but they are not always necessary. Sorry if this doesn't help much, but I've been towing a variety of trailers for over 40 years and you just didn't provide enough information for me to give you a definitive answer.

Trailering a NHTC21D
New Holland Tractors
Replies 6 Post by Bird Senter

Bob, you can also try the below link to Tractor Supply Co. They sell the 3-point booms.

Any 3PH Boom site
Operating and Attachments
Replies 4 Post by Bird Senter

I saw a neat idea a while back where someone mounted a light on each boom of the loader just above where the bucket tilt cylinders are mounted. As I recall he just used the adhesive backed base type and did no drillingat all. Just a thought.

Extra light capacity
Tractor Projects
Replies 8 Post by Randy Eckard

I was out today trying to dicker with prices. I have dealt with this dealership for 14years now. (JD 855 was my first purchase in 86' 2nd purchase was a JD 4200HST purchased in1999) So he is known to be the biggest and most prominent New Hampshire dealer. (NO SALES TAX IN NH) And the price I keep getting on a 4300 / HST / 430Loader / Calcium Loaded Turf Tires / Folding Rops / and #272 Rear Finish Mower.... $26,500 !!!!! (Oh! And that price includes me keeping my 73" HeavyDuty Bucket from my 4200. I have nice welded on hooks on my 73" HD bucket and that is why I want to keep that... Now, I told him that was High, he got the owner out, and they are telling me that they add "SETUP COST" on top of the list price. And that is why they are wanting $26,500 for the tractor. I called a smaller New Hampshire Dealer and he gave me a price of $22,000 totalfor the same machine with #272 rear mower deck. I showed the big dealer my quotes and he went thru the roof and !<br>still wouldn't come down on price. And the owner at the bigger dealership acted all mad at the otherdealer, like he was breaking the Brotherhood Code of Dealing John Deere Tractors. (or made him out to be likehe deals grey-black market tractors) And the bigger Dealer kept giving me the line about getting it serviced at the other dealership? I have talked to a few other people who are very happy with the smaller dealership inservice. And the other smaller dealer is fully authorized. And the Big dealer only wanted to give me $17,000 for trade in value on my previous 4200 HST / 420 Loader / 72" Belly Mower / Loaded Turf Tires / New Axle / 300 hours. It is in great shape, but just wanted to upgrade to a little bigger machine,(not satisfied with HP on 4200 HST) and no longer wanted to have the belly mower.. I want more clearance under the machine. What should I be getting for a deal here in New Hampshire for the 4300 Hydro Package I want? And is this setup chargeon top of!<br> list price a bunch of Bull or what?????

Pricing JD 855
John Deere Tractors
Replies 3 Post by Jason MacKenzie

Mack - I have a 56k modem that usually connects at 44k, 72meg of RAM and I'm running the latest version of Netscape. My problem is I'd rather spend money on toys for my tractor, especially since most sites I visit load in a reasonable time. Don't you wish computers were like tractors - once you buy one it's good for 50-60 years?

new java window
Website Operations Howto
Replies 19 Post by mbjacobs

I just noticed two JD backhoes on Ebay. An 8B, Ebay #473348683, @$1525, ending 10/26 at 10:26 PDT and an 7A,<br>Ebay #473357068, @$1650, ending 10/26 at 10:36 PDT, both located in Bethany, CT.<br>

JD on Ebay
John Deere Tractors
Replies 1 Post by Halsey Green

i'm looking at a used l345 s#11553. It has 2591 hours and probably produced in early 80's. It has a kubota loader as well. got a few dings on the hood and needs a little paint touch up. Obviously it has high hours, but how long can we expect a maintained kubota to last? For 6999 I think its a steal for the 29 hp and kubota durability. Plan on building a barn next summer so it will be in the weather for a year so the cosmetics are of little concern. Anyone with experience with this machine or opinion on the price I'd appreciate your feedback. I've looked at newer models but cant justify the cost at this point especially with less HP. thanks in advance

kubota l345 used
Kubota Tractors
Replies 1 Post by flydoc

Ricky and BobA, the VENTRAC "TOUGH-CUT" mowers and stump grinders are scheduled for January production. A few pre-production units are available sooner. Go to the venturepro.com web page and request information on attachments that are not featured yet. You may also inquiry about or suggest attachments that you would like Venture to offer. Presently a sickle bar mower is being tested. If the results are right it will be available in late spring. If VENTRAC's R&D department doesn't "doze off" there will be a lot more available in the spring!

WAKE UP
Articulated Tractors
Replies 7 Post by G in Ohio

Ypu should be able to find the liquid glass at any parts store sush as BUMPER TO BUMPER or NAPA jim

Block Problems
Parts and Repair
Replies 3 Post by jim moore

I picked up my TC29S on Friday. Follow the link to my web page, near the bottom of that page is a link to the tractor pages.I love it.Bill

Picked up TC29S Links to photos
New Holland Tractors
Replies 4 Post by BillMullens

Reggie
The Freedom Hitch is undermarketed piece of equipment. Many dealers are still not aware of it, but it is a beautiful device. There is another quiktach called Delta. I never tried that one but it looked solid.
I never understood why our tractor manufactures didn't come up with these devices a long time ago. This isn't rocket science, but then again I doubt many design engineers spend any time coupling up implements at 5:30 in the morn. with cold fingers, poor lighting and a bad back.

Freedom Hitch
Operating and Attachments
Replies 18 Post by Jack PA

Is your 1320 wider than 60 inches? This was the case for the TC40D that I have. NH did not recommend the smaller mowers since they would not extend past the wheels.

mid-mount rear discharge for NH 1320
Mowers Field and Finish
Replies 2 Post by DavidV

This topic has been covered before; Check the archives! New Holland loader ratings are based on the tractor it is put on(hydraulic pressure). My TC33D load rating is 1050 lbs.(from the service manual). It also gives recomended counter wieght loads.
Dean

Woods vs NH FEL and Backhoe
Loaders Back Hoes
Replies 7 Post by Dean Quackenbush