Recent content by MGADon

Hi, I've just mounted a used 72 inch mmm on my Deere 870. I'm really pleased with this setup. However, the deck (located on Ebay) must have a gazillion hours on it. Two of the three spindles have noticable play when rocked by hand. They are not noisy or rough. Should I rebuild? Entire rotating...

I've noticed some strange new noises on my '93 870, 350 hours, owned for 2 months so far. Soon after startup, I get clicking noises. They appear to happen mostly when I'm turning the wheel. They almost sound "squooshy", like hydraulic bypassing, but I may be imagining that. Hydraulic fluid...

I now have a used 72 inch mmm for my 870, with the necessary attaching hardware arriving used from a different source. The local dealer suggests that if I buy a manual for the deck, it will give instructions on how to install the unique hardware for the 870 application. Is this true? Can I...

Hi, My brother in law's 4300 will not lift the loader or move backhoe after starting. I cannot get to see the tractor myself for a day or two. I believe he has run it low on hydraulic fluid. There is a leak somewhere on the hoe, and he's not very mechanical to say the least. I instructed him...

Hi, I'm looking at a 72 inch mmm deck , John Deere serial Moo297x59576, (as relayed to me). Will this fit an 870? I believe I can use any deck from the x55 or x70 series, with the proper brackets. Thanks. Don

Looking for a big favor. I'm assembling the parts needed to attach a mid mower to my 870. I have the opportunity to buy a lot of this used, but I'm unclear about what I'm buying and how it's attached. Does anyone have an 870 with mmm who can post pictures of the attachment hardware? I would...

I am just finishing replacing the hydrulic fluid in my gear shift, synchro JD 870. I put in regular Hy Gard, but then noticed on the dipstick "use LOW VIS HY GARD". Checking the owners manual, a little more closely this time, it indeed calls for LOW VISCOSITY HY GARD. I'm resigned to draining...

Looking for some help. I'm trying to find a mmm for my JD 870. I'm aware of a fairly new 72 inch mower from a 4600. Does anyone know if there are any show stoppers with trying to go with this? My plan is to roll the deck under the tractor and fabricate the hangers and mounts required. The deck...

Cheers, I'm a long time "lurker", first time poster on this board. I recently realized my dream of upgrading from my JD 770 to a pristine 870 previously owned by my retired neighbor. I'm presently installing a mid-pto kit and I'm on the hunt for a used 72 inch mid mount mower. Can anyone point...