Re: JD 2510 cranking problem
Check where your ground cable attaches to the frame. May be a little loose, or rusty/corroded. Also check both cables where the connectors attach, on both ends. I've seen them get loose (cable in the lead connector) on the battery end, and corroded internally on the crimped connector ends.
Re: JD 2510 cranking problem
Where do your battery ground cable(s) connect? The ones on my JD 2030 connected to the sheet metal battery compartment. I added a longer ground cable to the engine block.
Re: JD 2510 cranking problem
You might be experiencing a voltage drop in the wiring due to corrosion and dirty connections due to age. Deere sells a starter relay kit that assures you get full battery voltage to energize the starter solenoid. The part number for this kit is RE44536 and it works wonders. It comes with instructions for installation. If you have a voltmeter, try checking voltage at the start terminal on the starter solenoid while you attempt to crank, preferably when it is in the non starting mode. You will probably find less than 9 volts. The solenoid needs at least 10 volts to start reliably. The relay kit delivers full battery voltage to the solenoid.