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Paul Lorentz
Member
Username: Paulorentz
MN
Registered: 3-2010
Post Number: 30
| | Posted on Saturday, July 10, 2010 - 9:57 pm: | 
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I have a chain hoist too but I use it for other tasks also. "Shop Swing" lol |
Chuck Van Dusen
Member
Username: Chuckv
OR
Registered: 1-2007
Post Number: 3760
| | Posted on Saturday, July 10, 2010 - 8:12 pm: |
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Scott,
I should remind you that the tiller can mount directly to the later style three point rockshaft with the side pins, and you still use the lower mounts (Romeo had a thread and Jim B. originally did this as well) but the full three point bracket like Jim makes is far easier to use, I am told.
My 322 does not have a three point, so I still use the rear cast arms like in your picture...
Chuck |
Jim Briney
Member
Username: Lodogg2221
IN
Registered: 1-2006
Post Number: 4538
| | Posted on Saturday, July 10, 2010 - 7:40 pm: |
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Kent, Al, Id LOVE to have one, even thought of building one, but my ceiling in the garage just isnt high enough.
Maybe in the future, Ill have a larger "shop" and can have a full overhead rail crane that can move anywhere in the area from rails running the length of the sidewalls, and one cross beam with a hoist on it.
Until then, Ill just keep dreaming! |
Jim Briney
Member
Username: Lodogg2221
IN
Registered: 1-2006
Post Number: 4537
| | Posted on Saturday, July 10, 2010 - 7:38 pm: |
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Looks fine to me.
If you dont have a use for them, you might still want to hang on to them. You never know when you might want to cut a tiller loose, and the buyer may not have a 3-point. They are worth a bit more "complete".
Yes, I do plan to make some more, at some point.
Need some "revenue" to order steel though...hopefully in before Fall tilling, Ill have a few more. |
Kent "I have a bar tire fetish" Ortman
Moderator
Username: Kkortman112
IN
Registered: 1-2002
Post Number: 3477
| | Posted on Saturday, July 10, 2010 - 7:36 pm: |
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Hi All.
Al Z.- Yep, especially when they are free 
Many thanks to my dad over the last 6 years for finding it for me.
Kent |
Scott Graser
Member
Username: Telescott
Oh
Registered: 11-2008
Post Number: 309
| | Posted on Saturday, July 10, 2010 - 7:33 pm: |
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Dumb Idea??
I need your honest opinion, it has been a long week so be nice….LOL… Don’t look at the seat or the left tail light…LOL
1st Question: I bought what I think are cub wheels with AG tires on them. They have been repainted Deere yellow, I mounted them tonight in the wide position. Do they look ok, or should I have the tires mounted on my original Deere wheels? They look too wide?
2nd Question, I want a three point hitch for the 318, but I just don’t have the cash to spend. I was thinking of selling the attachment brackets from the 30 tiller and buy the 3 point hitch and a set of Jim's 3 point tiller arms (Jim if you read this are you going to make any more?). I don’t plan on selling the tiller since I have three 318’s now with one attachment each (as we all know deep down is just right).
Let me know what you think.
Scott |
Aaron Mamazza
Member
Username: Mamazza1
nj
Registered: 6-2010
Post Number: 3
| | Posted on Saturday, July 10, 2010 - 7:14 pm: |
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Hello all, Hope someone can help me out. I recently acquired a 318 with a p series engine. It was running great then started cutting in and out on me. Turns out I lost spark. I had power to the coil but nothing was coming out of the coil. So I bought a used coil (seems to be an updated improved one). Put it in and still have no spark. Not sure if this used coil is beat or if there is something else that is common on these tractors that goes. Any help would be greatly appreciated. Thanks, Aaron |
Al Zimmerman
Member
Username: Afzimm
MN
Registered: 1-2002
Post Number: 1390
| | Posted on Saturday, July 10, 2010 - 5:28 pm: |
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Overhead hoist helps to "float" engines in and out for replacement or overhauls. AZ
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Kenneth Dortch
Member
Username: Kdursus
Registered: 8-2005
Post Number: 938
| | Posted on Saturday, July 10, 2010 - 9:13 am: |
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Adam Vaught - I couldn't agree with you more, those hoods look amazing and from the description you gave of what they looked like before that makes them even more amazing. Your friend did a great job indeed!
Kenneth |
Roger Henning
Member
Username: Woodpecker41
WI
Registered: 3-2002
Post Number: 4516
| | Posted on Saturday, July 10, 2010 - 8:15 am: |
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Jacob go to the Round Fender section of the vintage restoration forum below this one and start reading posts. You will find out more about RFs than you ever wanted to know. Roger |
Jacob Kral
Member
Username: Jkral
Minnesota
Registered: 4-2010
Post Number: 1
| | Posted on Saturday, July 10, 2010 - 1:27 am: |
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i just got a 66 110 from my grandpa, id kinda like to get it restored for him. just wondering to what detail to some of you restore, (ex. sand blasting, painting parts individually) i already bought the service manual for it. I know its not pretty but its not the worst. any tips would be great. thanks jake |
Drew Gardner
Member
Username: Dg330
AL
Registered: 5-2009
Post Number: 539
| | Posted on Friday, July 09, 2010 - 10:15 pm: |
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I sure do like the look of the CTC |
Paul Lorentz
Member
Username: Paulorentz
MN
Registered: 3-2010
Post Number: 29
| | Posted on Friday, July 09, 2010 - 6:04 pm: |
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So, most likely I will be ordering a FEL for my 332 on Mon. morning. Are there any suggestions on which brand to get(Kwik-way or IMF/Compact Tractor and Components)? I would like to hear from some people who have used both for a good comparison if possible. That is unless someone wants to sell me a 44 Loader for the 318/332. I am somewhat leaning towards CTC. |
Tony Jackson
Member
Username: Greenline
In
Registered: 9-2006
Post Number: 52
| | Posted on Friday, July 09, 2010 - 3:46 pm: |
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Can anyone tell me who made the front loaders for Sears when they were selling them it looks like a Johnson loader.
Thanks
Tony email in my profile |
stephen shiery
Member
Username: Sashiery
MO
Registered: 12-2006
Post Number: 1415
| | Posted on Friday, July 09, 2010 - 3:41 pm: |
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Karl, I am pretty certain that someone with a lathe could make one. Chill the bushing and heat the sheave, then press in the bushing.
The other possibility would be to take the axle to a crankshaft place and have it welded up and turned down to fit. |
Karl Eickhoff
Member
Username: Karleickhoff
NE
Registered: 2-2004
Post Number: 260
| | Posted on Friday, July 09, 2010 - 2:27 pm: |
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Has anyone found a source for the bushing in the center sheave of a variator? I just priced one out. OUCH!
Karl |
JRL
Member
Username: Jlang
Registered: 1-2002
Post Number: 5074
| | Posted on Friday, July 09, 2010 - 8:09 am: |
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Adam, Those hoods look great. Wish I had someone near that would do some for me reasonably |
steve Lowe
Member
Username: Stevel
South Island (New Zealand)
Registered: 8-2007
Post Number: 22
| | Posted on Thursday, July 08, 2010 - 10:32 pm: |
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Many thanks Bill |
David Shively
Member
Username: Davesmagnum
KS
Registered: 8-2009
Post Number: 3
| | Posted on Thursday, July 08, 2010 - 8:09 pm: |
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I just got a rear PTO for 1980 JD400, not to sound to stupid but does any one have some photos of one installed on a 400 so I can see where the spring loaded pins go? I have not taken the hitch plate off yet to look and see, thought I would start here first.
Thanks for the help,
Dave |
Adam Vaught
Member
Username: Adam_214
MO
Registered: 10-2009
Post Number: 252
| | Posted on Thursday, July 08, 2010 - 5:39 pm: |
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Just got my 140 hoods back from a buddy of mine that is real good with fiberglass. I wish I would have taken some before pictures but these hoods were so trashed I wasn't sure he would even want to mess with them. Both hoods had large missing sections and numerous cracks and holes. I still have to drill some of the mounting holes that he filled in because of cracks and install the decals but I think they turned out pretty awesome! Adam
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Maurice B. Trosclair
Member
Username: Mtrosclair
LA
Registered: 5-2010
Post Number: 43
| | Posted on Thursday, July 08, 2010 - 4:00 pm: |
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mine belly screen measures 13.5 x 19.75 inches. |
Chuck Van Dusen
Member
Username: Chuckv
OR
Registered: 1-2007
Post Number: 3753
| | Posted on Thursday, July 08, 2010 - 3:32 pm: |
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Maurice and Randall,
Expanded metal mesh or welded wire fabric will work much better than simple window screening as that would give the final assembly more rigidity.
Here is a thread that might give you some ideas...
http://www.weekendfreedommachines.com/discus/messages/335/41533.html
Chuck |
Maurice B. Trosclair
Member
Username: Mtrosclair
LA
Registered: 5-2010
Post Number: 42
| | Posted on Thursday, July 08, 2010 - 3:21 pm: |
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Some aluminum window screen would be a good temporary fix, I will go measure my belly screen later on today, |
Randall M. Messer
Member
Username: Randynh
NH
Registered: 8-2004
Post Number: 33
| | Posted on Thursday, July 08, 2010 - 9:12 am: |
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Pretty stumped on trying to find a replacement belly screen/shield (JD part M72034), which is NLA according to JD Parts. I've also checked Parts Depot, and a number of secondary sources, no luck.
Would a 322 owner have a belly screen loose they could possibly measure for me (overall size, and location of mounting screw holes), and provide a photograph or two, so I can try to have one reproduced? Better yet, anyone have one I could borrow to show my local machine shop so they can repro?
My mower deck is blowing chaff up into my radiator area, which is causing overheating. I have to stop pretty often to clear my rad screen, so you quickly see why this screen was put in place.
Picture attached of the screen in question from the JD Parts catalog.
Thanks in advance for any help! |
Bill Robinson
Member
Username: Jacsam
Va
Registered: 5-2006
Post Number: 949
| | Posted on Thursday, July 08, 2010 - 4:44 am: |
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Steve, the cable I have is 14-5/8" end to end.
Bill. |
steve Lowe
Member
Username: Stevel
South Island (Main Land)
Registered: 8-2007
Post Number: 21
| | Posted on Thursday, July 08, 2010 - 2:54 am: |
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Hi all
I am fitting the rear hitch to my 110rf and don't have the cable. Can some one help me with the length that this needs to be
Thanks Steve |
meb
Member
Username: Mebmaster
Oh
Registered: 12-2003
Post Number: 314
| | Posted on Wednesday, July 07, 2010 - 11:24 pm: |
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Lowell,
Thanks for the imput, I might just have to be on the look out for a reasonable priced one this year or next.
meb |
Ryan Adams
Member
Username: Ae332
Ohio
Registered: 3-2010
Post Number: 14
| | Posted on Wednesday, July 07, 2010 - 6:53 pm: |
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hey ya'll. I have a question/problem with my 332 lift linkage. (that operates the mower deck). The handle is sticking, and/or sticks, until you bring it back into neutral (the middle position). There is no linkage, just a valve that it goes into. Is there any remedy for this? |
stephen shiery
Member
Username: Sashiery
MO
Registered: 12-2006
Post Number: 1402
| | Posted on Wednesday, July 07, 2010 - 8:37 am: |
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Thanks, Lowell. I guess I will skip that one.
I have one or two that are parade-ready now.
Back when I worked for the State Auditor's Office I worked in every corner of the state. I audited Atchison County (Rock Port), McDonald County (Pineville), Scotland County (Memphis), and Pemiscot County (Caruthersville). I used to stop in BEthany on the way up to visit my parents in Iowa. |
Lowell Gates
Member
Username: Lgates110
MO
Registered: 11-2006
Post Number: 2345
| | Posted on Wednesday, July 07, 2010 - 6:48 am: |
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Stephen, Eagleville, MO, about as far as it can get from you & still be in MO! I don't usually get much farther south than Chillicothe (in September). Another bigger show around here is Hamilton, MO in August.
MEB, I bought a F525 late last summer & really like it.
For the cons; it's not the best on hilly ground (traction problems), which is somewhat of a "learning curve", a pain to do anything with the deck, cleaning, sharpening, etc.!
That being said, the rolling deck follows the ground contours very well, the offset deck reaches in under shrubbery, fences & trees easily, I can mow right around the corners of buildings with it, & it doesn't tear up the sod it wet conditions like the heavy zero turn I had before.
I would be looking for another one if something happened to this one!  ~~ Lowell |
meb
Member
Username: Mebmaster
Oh
Registered: 12-2003
Post Number: 313
| | Posted on Tuesday, July 06, 2010 - 10:26 pm: |
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I am wanting to take some of the pressure off my 318, and delegate the lawn mowing duties to another machine. Am thinking zero turn, but can't afford the newer style machines. Can anyone tell me anything about the John Deere F525 series tractors. I seem to have seen several around for a more affordable price. Were they very good, and what was the pro's and cons'?
Thanks
meb |
stephen shiery
Member
Username: Sashiery
MO
Registered: 12-2006
Post Number: 1400
| | Posted on Tuesday, July 06, 2010 - 9:43 pm: |
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Lowell, where is the parade this Saturday? Anywhere near me? |
Lowell Gates
Member
Username: Lgates110
MO
Registered: 11-2006
Post Number: 2344
| | Posted on Tuesday, July 06, 2010 - 8:43 pm: |
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I know this is a little "off course", but I didn't want to start a thread just for this. Last night I found a 93-4020D pedal tractor on CL 130 miles from home, called & arranged to pick it up today. Long story short, we came home with the 4020D & a 20 for what I consider a decent price for the 20 alone! Both are restored. Now I have to get them mounted on a couple of my lawn carts for a parade this Saturday! ~~ Lowell
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Roger Henning
Member
Username: Woodpecker41
WI
Registered: 3-2002
Post Number: 4502
| | Posted on Tuesday, July 06, 2010 - 6:58 pm: |
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Charles i am not sure if your over the line with a" what is it worth question" or not. See the rules on the top of the page. My worry with a bad seat is you are going to have to pay #1000+ for a descent seat so I would take that into account in the purchase price. Other than the white paint it is just a 110. Roger |
Kent "I have a bar tire fetish" Ortman
Moderator
Username: Kkortman112
IN
Registered: 1-2002
Post Number: 3471
| | Posted on Tuesday, July 06, 2010 - 6:05 pm: |
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Hi All.
Tony S.- Boy that bracket and 140 sure look awful familiar to me Jim B. is correct, there is a nub that is part of the weight casting on the backside of the weights that goes under that rod, which keeps the weights from bouncing out and off of the bracket. Here is a pic of that bracket right after getting painted back in 2003
Boy, I can't believe it has been since the winter of 2002-2003 since I had that weight bracket built....
Kent |
Charles Disbennett
Member
Username: Cdisbennett
Ohio
Registered: 4-2009
Post Number: 33
| | Posted on Tuesday, July 06, 2010 - 4:11 pm: |
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I hope this is the correct forum for this but if it isn't then just delete.
I am looking at a 110 patio that is in pretty good shape and runs descent. The seat is not very good though. I do not really know much about these seeing I am into the 300 and 400 series but what would be a good price for this? I want to get into the older models and thought this would be a good start if the price is right.
Charlie |
Jim Brown
Member
Username: Jasbro2
GA
Registered: 3-2005
Post Number: 952
| | Posted on Tuesday, July 06, 2010 - 3:21 pm: |
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Tony, The rod hold a tab on the back of the weight and keeps it from bouncing off of the bracket. |
Tony Schroeder
Member
Username: Ts_hunter
MN
Registered: 5-2009
Post Number: 269
| | Posted on Tuesday, July 06, 2010 - 1:50 pm: |
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I am thinking of making a front weight bracket, been looking through the gallery for ideas. In many brackets, I see a rod running from side to side near the top, what is that for?
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Dominic Rutledge
Member
Username: Inspired_metal
Wi
Registered: 3-2010
Post Number: 97
| | Posted on Tuesday, July 06, 2010 - 12:36 pm: |
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Thanks Roger.
I didn't notice the variator missing in the picture. It was going for $105.00 in an on-line auction near me. Looks rough but you know how the fever is when you see a Deere on an auction so I had to ask.
Dom |
Andy Waller
Member
Username: Awaller
Wi
Registered: 8-2009
Post Number: 3
| | Posted on Tuesday, July 06, 2010 - 12:08 pm: |
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Kenneth D: Good to see the Case out there, looks like you have the fender issue straightened out well. Cub is looking well to. |
Roger Henning
Member
Username: Woodpecker41
WI
Registered: 3-2002
Post Number: 4499
| | Posted on Tuesday, July 06, 2010 - 8:08 am: |
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Dominic 208s were a 200 series built to compete with Sears. All the niceties of the 200s were removed and you got a bare bones very basic tractor. 8 HP Kphler motor with a 4 speed transmission but no variator. They were made in 1977 and 1978. Roger |
matthew smith
Member
Username: Mattsmith
OR
Registered: 5-2010
Post Number: 10
| | Posted on Tuesday, July 06, 2010 - 3:08 am: |
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can anyone tell me if a 214 powerflow unit will fit on a 300 both have 46 inch mowing decks thanks for your help |
Kenneth Dortch
Member
Username: Kdursus
Registered: 8-2005
Post Number: 937
| | Posted on Tuesday, July 06, 2010 - 12:07 am: |
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Hello All,
I haven't been posting much lately – somewhat busy, so I've missed a lot of the ongoing conversation around here. My ears haven't been burnin' so I guess I wasn't the topic of anyone's written barbs. 
Since I needed to do some cleaning this evening I thought I'd get a picture of the Green Team together to share with everyone. 1986 – 316, 1973 – 140, (2) 1965 – 110
This little dude doesn't do much around here. Just sits around looking good is about all.
Here's a couple of my off topic tractors. 1972 International Harvester Cub Cadet 149 and a 1973 JI Case 222. Though I prefer John Deere tractors I still like other makes just for the fact they're tractors plain and simple.
The standing water you see in the background is from a pretty severe rain storm that came through my area last night – a little over 1 inch. The forecast is for more rain tomorrow night into Wednesday.
Kenneth |
Dominic Rutledge
Member
Username: Inspired_metal
Wi
Registered: 3-2010
Post Number: 96
| | Posted on Monday, July 05, 2010 - 11:52 pm: |
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I need a little help. I came across a 208 on an auction. What year is this and would it have an 8 hp Kohler?
I checked the model info at the top of the page and it does not list a 208 so I was curious. Tried to post pic but it's the wrong format to cut and paste.
Dom |
Georg Heck
Member
Username: Montanany
NY
Registered: 3-2004
Post Number: 1593
| | Posted on Monday, July 05, 2010 - 9:34 pm: |
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Adam,
On getting your tractor from MO > NY, normally I could help, be we have not made that trip lately.
Look into the following:
http://www.forwardair.com/prepaid/MCmainpage.jsp
You would have to take it to a terminal and be picked up at a terminal.
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www.uship.com
I have had good luck here
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http://www.youcrate.com/
R+L has a good program here and can pick up and deliver to your home, but it gets pricey.
Here is SOMETHING HUGE I suggest to anyone shipping LTL freight. If you do ship it LTL freight, crate it so it "can endure the rigors of transportation". They are trucking companies, not moving companies!!! If it gets damaged and the carrier "deems it was insufficient packaging", you will be lucky to get $0.50/pound for used equipment. Just do not ship it freight and expect they to "insure" it for say $2000. |
Adam Vaught
Member
Username: Adam_214
MO
Registered: 10-2009
Post Number: 243
| | Posted on Monday, July 05, 2010 - 9:10 pm: |
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Keith, Ron, Bill, thanks for all the info. My buyer works on a regular basis with a shipper he uses for his excavation business and is arranging pickup at my house. Sounds great to me! Thanks again guys. Adam |
matt wilkinson
Member
Username: Mandk
ne
Registered: 5-2008
Post Number: 115
| | Posted on Monday, July 05, 2010 - 7:21 pm: |
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Aaron
Thanks for the info. I also thought about a 345 as well for a tractor.The deere web site says it will work on there to and it appears to me that they have hydraulic lift?( i dont know i have never seen one other than in pictures). I would prefer one with hydraulic lift because my wife will be running this a lot.Does anyone know any about these tractors or any other for that matter.Thanks again Aaron if you think of anything else let me now
Thanks Matt |
Aaron Stoffa
Member
Username: Jr8stoffa
IA
Registered: 2-2007
Post Number: 332
| | Posted on Monday, July 05, 2010 - 7:07 pm: |
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Matt, I have a 2004 GX255 and I have a 30" mechanical tiller for it from the 240-285 series. John deere says it fits the gx series, but it doesn't with out a little work. I have to remove the lift arms for the deck from the under side to get the studs close enough together for it to hook on to it. It does do a good job. I would think about the lift on the 240-285 series. It is a manual lift on the right side of the seat. I have heard guys complain about trying to lift a tiller or a snowthrower with the handle there. Just some thing to think about. I like my GX as it has the foot lift so you have good leverage. The newer GT had that also i think. The GX also has power steering witch is nice when the snowthrower is on the front, also the posi is nice. It has saved me a few times. The snow thrower I have for my GX is from the 240-285 series also, I was told i was for the GX series also. I had to build and make it work on my tractor. If you are only wanting a tiller for it that is easy to make it work on it my tractor. |
Keith Weinlader
Member
Username: Jkw
PA
Registered: 11-2002
Post Number: 219
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Adam, I have shipped lots of tractors, best bet is to lash it down to a pallet and be sure you leave space on all 4 sides to protect it. We do not cover it, you are better off leaving it open so the shipper can see it and be careful of it. Be sure to take pictures of all 4 sides so you can file a claim if needed. |
Ron White
Member
Username: Ron_white
NY
Registered: 5-2008
Post Number: 1151
| | Posted on Monday, July 05, 2010 - 2:38 pm: |
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Adam,
The buyer of your tractor might want to contact Jim @ (260) 570-7286. Jim puts ads in the " Move it " section and hauls from coast to coast.
I don't remember who it was here on WFM, but there was someone that posted a good experience using Jim for transporting his tractor. And I would bet Jim might be a whole lot cheaper than truck freight....... Just a thought !!!
Jason Muth,
You can't get a much better load of Deere than that |
bill schwab
Member
Username: Jd_collector
oh
Registered: 4-2008
Post Number: 49
| | Posted on Monday, July 05, 2010 - 2:02 pm: |
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Adam, I shipped a 110 to a guy in the UK. I built a crate 4 x 6 x 4ft on top of a pallet. I took banding straps over each tire and screwed them to the pallet to keep it in place. He arranged all shipping. Fedex picked it up at my business. He had it it in 3 days. Priority air freight at a cost of 3200 hundred dollars. This tractor was restored and we didn't want anything to happen to it. After all he paid me 3500 hundred dollars for it. Good luck and let us know how it went. |
Adam Vaught
Member
Username: Adam_214
MO
Registered: 10-2009
Post Number: 241
| | Posted on Monday, July 05, 2010 - 1:38 pm: |
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Hey guys, anyone ever ship a tractor before? I just sold a 110 RF and I have to ship it to NY from MO. I am not making a move until I receive payment but when I do, does anyone have any advice? The buyer is arranging and paying for shipping. What I would like to know is there a special way to load this on a pallet and what can I expect for my end of the process? Adam |
matt wilkinson
Member
Username: Mandk
ne
Registered: 5-2008
Post Number: 114
| | Posted on Monday, July 05, 2010 - 11:36 am: |
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Hey all I posted this on the other side with no luck I hope I dont offend anyone by putting it he I am looking in to getting a newer john deere GT and a newer tiller that is a little easier to find parts for. What would everyone recommend? Are the new 30 inch mechanical tillers any good? I read on the john deere web site that they will fit anything from the 240 to the 285 series as well as the 300
,GT and GX series is this correct or did I miss read it? If it is correct which one of these would you recommend? I will be using it for mainly mowing and tilling in our truck garden.
Thanks Matt |
Jason Muth
Member
Username: Muthjd140
PA
Registered: 3-2010
Post Number: 166
| | Posted on Monday, July 05, 2010 - 5:06 am: |
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Chuck, I know what you mean. For no real reason, my 318 was my first one, and its the one i use the most. As a matter of fact, this is the first time i put a deck on the 332 this year. i have a collection system on my 322 and only use it for picking up leaves in the fall. there is just something about my 318 that i like. |
Chuck Van Dusen
Member
Username: Chuckv
OR
Registered: 1-2007
Post Number: 3744
| | Posted on Sunday, July 04, 2010 - 10:11 pm: |
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Jason,
Nice crew!! Good to see that the three cousins can work and play well together... 
Seriously, I have two 322 tractors and a 318, and it is difficult to choose an "absolute favorite." However, my 1992 332 has both the lowest hours of the three and was the first Deere garden tractor that I ever acquired, so it has the edge.
Chuck |
Jason Muth
Member
Username: Muthjd140
PA
Registered: 3-2010
Post Number: 162
| | Posted on Sunday, July 04, 2010 - 6:20 pm: |
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first off, i hope you all had a wonderful holiday. i had the chance today to put my 3 best deere's through a test today. 9 acres of hay field my mom has kept mowed down with her craftsman tractor. like i told her, the craftsman is now a craps man. so with a family picnic coming up, she wanted it mowed. it hasn't been mowed for a month and it was knee high. for this challenge, my 318, 332, and 322. short story long, (all 50 decks in good shape i need to mention) the 318 threw the grass the best and cut the best. when it got real thick, i had to slow down slower than what i was going. (slow) the 332 did good and i could go a little faster. the 322 was slow and steady. i was pleased with all 3. now as for fuel, the 318 hit reserve and the 332 low fuel light came on within a half hour of each other. i had to add fuel to both to finish. the 322 never got fuel. it was a long hot day. i still don't think i could chose my favorite. all i know is that my wife and mom were getting tired of my trading them machines all day!
(Message edited by kkortman112 on July 04, 2010) |
Al Zimmerman
Member
Username: Afzimm
MN
Registered: 1-2002
Post Number: 1388
| | Posted on Sunday, July 04, 2010 - 2:54 pm: |
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Jason- I have seen 400 series blades cut and rewelded to fit 300 series tractors. It's usually not a pretty site and definately not "easily modified". I'd pass on it and find one that fits. AZ |
Al Zimmerman
Member
Username: Afzimm
MN
Registered: 1-2002
Post Number: 1387
| | Posted on Sunday, July 04, 2010 - 2:50 pm: |
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Happy 4th of July! Baseball and fireworks! Hope everyone is having a safe and enjoyable weekend.
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Mike Duwe
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Username: Mikeduwe
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Registered: 10-2006
Post Number: 4357
| | Posted on Sunday, July 04, 2010 - 1:05 pm: |
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Jason, the front frame on the 400 is wider than the 140. I suppose you could make spacers and possibly have to redrill new holes in the blade frame to make it work. |
Jason Zinzow
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Username: Jasonzman
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Registered: 7-2010
Post Number: 2
| | Posted on Sunday, July 04, 2010 - 12:01 pm: |
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Hi all, not sure if this is the correct forum for this, im a newbie here.
Can anyone tell me if a hydraulic snow blade off a 400 will fit or can be easily modified to fit a 140?
thanks, Jason
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