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Big difference in $$$$. By all means,compare! I compared apples to apples. That's why I bought 3 Westendorf loaders and only 1 from Deere. Never had to weld on a Westendorf but I've seen plenty of welds on Deere, Kubota and IH after the factory. Sight lines are way better to me. Also if you trade tractors of same size but different make, you can simply buy the brackets for your next tractor and keep your Westendorf. Hard to put a Deere on a Kubota or a CaseIH. Just my opinion.

Standard or self-leveling 541 loader for JD5320
Loaders Back Hoes
Replies 14 Post by Rungreen

I know the 2105s and that series have a drive shaft between the engine and hydrostat that have greasable u joints and have woodruff key issues, come loose etc. They are quite involved to replace, pulling the engine or rear diff/hydrostat unit. Sadly, the book doesn't give that as a service point or an interval. Many people have found out the hard way.

JD 4500 Compact Makes Chattering Noise
John Deere Tractors
Replies 11 Post by Rungreen

Look into Westendorf Loaders. There is a dealer in Iowa near the factory that I have bought 3 from and several attachments. You won't beat them for fit, capacity, features, ease of install and on and off times because they are quick hook up. They are built heavier than anybody else and have better capacity that won't ruin your machine. :) Plus you can buy different brackets and move it to another machine or newer. Iowa Farm Equipment I highly recommend them. ;)

What JD loaders will fit JD-1070 plug play
John Deere Tractors
Replies 6 Post by Rungreen

Start with changing the filter. Cut it apart and pull the filter media out to see what is in it. Is the oil running hot? Are you using the Ford/NH synthetic oil designed for this machine? If the oil is to spec and the temp seems ok, get a guage to check the pressure to the cooler. Be careful doing this as the pressure may be high. A service manual is invaluable in this instance. If all checks fine, try running it on the low side. I know it may be slow for what you are doing, but the bottom side of high is a little soggy and generates a lot of heat and the pressures will spike with load. My dad had one of these and I maintained it for 14 years for him.

Ford 1210 Tractor Hydraulic lines blow off
Antique Tractors
Replies 3 Post by Rungreen

Had a friend that had a terrible experience with a name brand air filter in his Allis 7060. It failed in just a few hours and passed thru the engine causing thousands of dollars in damage. Machine was never the same after that. I use manufacturer air and oil filters. If there is a problem, they do tend to warrant to some extent the damage. A Petroleum supplier told me their oils have to meet or exceed the manufacturer's performance otherwise they are liable. I remember Quaker changing their formula in the 10w40 in 1980 and had to replace lots of heads and camshafts in Ford 2.3L Pintos, Mustangs and Fairmonts! I use Deere oil in my Deeres simply because it is cheaper in bulk and warrants the engine. Anymore the dollar you save doesn't make enough in intrest in the bank to cover your loss. I've bought cheap tires for implements and seems they are replaced sooner than name brand. New aftermarket means little anymore. You will get what you pay for.

What Tractor parts should be OEM factory only
Parts and Repair
Replies 15 Post by Rungreen

I have a 1975 2030. It has the hvy front axle and big hyd pump for loader. It currently doesn't have one but came with a 146 new. I use it to do all but heavy tillage. Biggest pull is no till 6RN 7000 JD planter and doesn't lack for power or into the gov to pull it. Look at the Neb tractor tests and you will see this tractor pulled it's own weight and actually more than the 2630! Mine doesn't have hi/lo or reverser nor Ind PTO,less trouble. Tires and coolant condition are the biggest headaches. Otherwise a great machine with plenty of guts in a just right size. I'll keep mine til I die.

John Deere 2030 tractor value
John Deere Tractors
Replies 3 Post by Rungreen