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Rick,
I used it the day before to mow and have mowed several times with it this season. I checked the oil and it was okay. The oild gets changed regularly, as does the air filter. I also use the tractor during the winter to push snow or pull a small yard trailer with fire wood, so it doesn't really sit much. The noise came from the starter (it sounded like it at least). It did let out a little puff of smoke, so I didn't try it anymore because I was afraid of doing more damage. I don't have the option to use a rope to start it.
I hope this is info will help you point me in the right direction. Thanks, Dom.

Looking for advice on a tractor
Operating and Attachments
Replies 19 Post by Domenico Spinelli

This is a long post, with several questions<br>thanks for any help you can give me<br>I am looking to upgrade to a hydro compact diesel four wheel drive and hopefully a six foot deck. I am seriously considering A New Holland becase the dealer is only three miles from my house. Everyone else is 20-30 miles away.web site at http://www.newholland.com/NA/Products/boomer.html tells me most of the specs, but does anyone know of a web site that says what size decks fit? I realize that there are two issues here, physical fit and hp. So who can tell me how big a belly<br>mower I can fit in the smallest frame boomer (TC25D TC29D TC33D) and which HP to use for<br>that mower. I want to stay in the smallest<br>frame if I can, because my wife uses the tractor also, and she tells me if I go too big she will not feel comfortable and I will do all the lawn work. We will use the tractor for mowing four acres and in the winter blowing a long driveway on a drifting hill. If you have the same info for a TC35D<br>please include that. As a side note I have about 30 trees with low branches, is it posible to get a deck infront of a tractor, if so who makes it, I would like a 5-6 foot deck, on a 4 wheel drive machine, that I can put a cab and 2 stage snowblower on.<br>Forgive the length of this but I have a friend that wants my D-A 1920 (gas 20 hp) hydro with 60in mower , 4 ft 2 stage blower and soft cab. weights and chains. 500 hours 12years old, lots of minor dings scratches, but mechanically sound. I am thinking its worth $3,000 anyone have a book to look it up in?<br>One last question, do I buy the deck, blower and cab I want for my boomer from my dealer, or can I order them online and have them shipped to my house for lots less? (if its only a little less I would rather support my local dealer) <br>thanks for any help <br>David Keith<br>wingdavid@aol.com

What size boomer for what size mower
Operating and Attachments
Replies 8 Post by David Keith

I am in the market for a backhoe for my JD 955 and have looked at both the JD #7 hoe (frame mount) and the bush hog 3 (3 point mount). 3 point units are considerably less expensive than frame mount, but are they worth it in the long run, or would I be better off spending the extra money for the frame mount?

3 point vs frame mount
Loaders Back Hoes
Replies 24 Post by J. B. Hopewell

Sounds good to me. The next best part is that you like it. BTW, which tires does it have? The super wide turfs or the galaxy turfs? The super wide turfs are my favorite compromise tire, but the hard edges do chew up turf on turns. The galaxys have a strongly rounded edge to the tire.... The galaxys look like airplane tires and are rather uncommon.

JD870 Price
John Deere Tractors
Replies 2 Post by Roger L.

Peter

I have a 4400 with the 48 backhoe. I have trouble with the male line on the hoe, I have never had a problem with the the female line. I can get mine off in less than five minutes. Where are you positioned when you are unhooking the hoses? I have found that the best position for me is to kneel in the tractor seat. On my tractor the female connector on the tractor is on the right pointing straight back. The male connector is on the left, it angles to the left. It is above the backhoe frame.

JD 48 Backhoe Complaint
John Deere Tractors
Replies 20 Post by Chris in IN

I don't know about the finish mower sold at TSC (probably a King Kutter), but with my Rhino mower my tractor does not like any tall thick growth at all. The finish mower would work OK if the ground is level and the grass is not more than 6" tall or so (and even that can be trouble if its real thick). If you aren't mowing very often I don't think you'll be happy with the performance of the finish mower.

Finish mower questions
Mowers Field and Finish
Replies 5 Post by Alan L. Lewis

Tim,
My brother had a larger AGCO(85hp) and finally traded it off, he bought it new and had 5 years. Lots of trouble with it and parts as indicated, were unbelievable (wiper blade was $29.00). You couldn't use anything but there stuff and had to wait for weeks sometimes. It seemed everything had to get shipped from overseas. He had about 3500 hours and put in 3 clutches, plus a lot of other stuff. I'd really check into this tractor before I would buy.
Regards. PJ Drew

Anybody out there own an AGCO Allis machine
Parts and Repair
Replies 3 Post by PJDrew

Harvey and Eric Thanks for an understandable explanation. I was afraid that a driver might have crossed over some gas at the station.

diesel smell
Parts and Repair
Replies 5 Post by Rick Cosman

I'll be blunt. When someone is starting an enterprise or investment they think of return ON investment. When it fails they pray for return OF investment. Good news will always take care of itself. Ask all the questions that were well put from Tom, Ted, JT, Art and Peters. I will tell you that Banks DO Not lend to little individual guys ( no offense) regardless of your experience to start a NEW business. If you have some ace in the hole contracts from proven paying customers up front and you have answered all the other questions objectively, you could consider putting your house up. Perhaps its not alot of money you need. And you have your old job or source of income to fall back on so you wouldn't lose your house. Otherwise, Tom G. is Right on! Business's fail from lack of capital and experience. And by experience I mean Business Experience in general not specifically your type. Dealers and suppliers that sell and rent the type of equip. you need are probably going to be your best source of finance. I once financed an addition to a commercial bldg. using money from a vending company and guaranteeing them exclusive vending rights. Banks don't put there capital at risk on equipment that goes down in value each day. Your credit rating has little to do with a straight business loan. Loan to value ratios do. Banks like to finance invent. or equip. purchases to established (5 to 10) year business's. And preferrably with cross collateral and personal guarantees. But most importantly think of where your income will come from. Without cashflow every other positive aspect of your enterprise dims. The fellas on this board who are in the business are too modest. I'm sure each of them spent some sleepless nights wondering how to make payroll or overhead, let alone pay themselves. A business has to be focused on the production of income! Products, service, reputation, all that stuff is the means to the end. But producing income is what you do! Whoo...aren't you glad I'm done? Rick

Help for a Newbie
Garden and Landscape
Replies 10 Post by Rick Cosman

I just bought a JD870 and was wondering if there is a place I can get 870 parts? (ie,front grille, lights, etc) Website maybe? Also, how much weight would be sufficient to keep around for the front shelf to keep the JD from rearing up when going uphill. Mine has a tendency to rear up slightly from time to time. I have to really let the clutch out slow. Thanks for any and all responses.

JD870 parts
John Deere Tractors
Replies 2 Post by William Buchanan

Did you sell your 955 yet? Is the belly mower 60" or 72"? Where are you located? I sent you an email also.

John Deere 955 w loader belly mower hydro turf tires
John Deere Tractors
Replies 2 Post by R Johnson

Mark sounds pretty good. My 35D the 4400 and 3710 HST tractors I tested all lacked allot of force in High range but there only for towing and transporting as far as my experience has been. Hope your having as much fun as I am who ever thought mowing could actually be enjoyable lol. Eric

TC40D
New Holland Tractors
Replies 2 Post by eric

I agree with Roger. A blade that you can angle, whether in front or back, is the tool for snow removal. Or a snowblower, but that's more for deep snows.
You can remove snow with a bucket but after the first bucket-width is pushed it will be a big mess because on subsequent passes snow will keep sliding off to the middle of the driveway.

Back blades are relatively cheap and handy. I'd go that route. There is debate on this however. If you will be pushing snow often and/or don't mind spending more money, you can probably get a front blade for that tractor. It will function just like a snowplow blade on a pickup truck. But either way, get a blade.

-Don M

loader snow removal
Snowblowers / Snow Plows
Replies 25 Post by Don M

Where are the drain plug or plugs to drain the gear oil on the 914A mid mount Boomer deck? I think the fill hole is on top.Manual shows no diagram of fill or drain holes..Could they be the Hex head fitting on the side?? Any tips on blade removal. Do you need that spanner wrench the manual suggests?.thanks

Mid Mower Gearbox Fluid change help- NH 914A
Mowers Field and Finish
Replies 3 Post by Bob

Tom, I didn't mean I could not find a filter to purchase, I meant I could not locate one on the tractor......Can I not see the forest for the trees? and by the way the fluid does not get hot and frothy. I can't figure it out
Thanks will check all the stuff you recommended.
Chuck

Shibaura
Shibaura
Replies 10 Post by Chuck

Well how about that! Tom, its good to hear from someone else with a truly tiny 3pt backhoe. I was beginning to think that mine was the only one around. Mine is a YBH-600 - made by Johnson-Arps Mfg. (I think) - for Yanmar back around 1980. It also only digs to 6 feet, but does swing 180 degrees without pinching my size 13 wides. From the old advertising brochure picture I have of your Kelly B600 it looks like the seating on the Kelly is lower than most hoes. BTW, the Kelly brochure gives the swing arc of the B600 as being 140 degrees! I cannot find any other backhoe in the literature with a swing arc of less than 180. Either modern hoes all have greater swing arc than the older ones or else I just don't have it in my files.

JD 650 4wd backhoe
Loaders Back Hoes
Replies 12 Post by Roger L.

Hello everyone,<br>I have a question, a gentleman I know was inquring to me about the value of a 870 John Deere with 200 hours on the clock.<br>Also has: brush hog,blade,boxscraper,and front end John deere loader. To be sold at auction any suggestions on how high to go on the bid.

870 John Deere value
Website Operations Howto
Replies 2 Post by Hillbilly

I hooked up the Tiller yesterday. Worked great, turned the rock hard dirt into fluffy soil. I did have to go very slow with tiller set to the max depth.

855 what size tiller
Operating and Attachments
Replies 7 Post by Tim

Probably not a bad price for the package, but it's not for you. 2WD/turfs/loader is not a good combo, and at $8000 combined for the tractor w/new loader, your'e too close to paying for something better. You don't mention power steering, and I'd bet the 1700 doesn't have it. Another big reason to walk away. Not only a real bear to drive with a loader, but the manual steering box just won't handle the torque you will be sending down the steering shaft.

advice needed on Ford 1700
Operating and Attachments
Replies 2 Post by RickB.

Yes, they do provide a HD axle now for the front and back.

BTW: I was very happy with the type of customer support that VPI has provide for my 4000. We may not agree on everything all that time, but as a satisfied customer, I can plainly see that they are working for me and want me to be happy with their products.

Axil problems with Ventrac 4000
Articulated Tractors
Replies 3 Post by pequeajim