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I have a 2004 John Deere CX gator with approximately 900 hours. I bought it new and it has been very dependable. Lately, I have noticed a noise in the rear end, a type of whistling-clicking noise when it is in forward and reverse gears. It doesn't click in neutral; therefore, I think it is...

Do any of you know where I can get rear wheel weights that will fit my YM 1401? I have liquid ballast in the r1s, but need a little more weight.

Will a Massey Ferguson 1705 handle a 3 pt. 9 blade disk with 16 inch disks? Thank you

I am looking for a 4 ft wide cultipacker. I have found models that weigh from 308 pounds up to 800 pounds. I am wondering how much weight the 1401 can lift with the three-point lift. Any help will be appreciated.

The pto on my LX280 will stop intermitently. You can push the knob in and then out and the pto starts again. What do I need to check? Thank you

My friend has a F22 with a fuel leak just below the injector at the primer pump. It is not sucking air but it is a steady leak. I have looked at the Hoye website but couldn't find info or parts. I would appreciate any help.

What is the size of the bolt head that attach blade to spindle? Thank you

My YM 1401 has started overheating and pushing water into the recovery bottle. Yesterday I tilled about 30 minutes and afterward I checked the radiator and block temp. The radiator read 233 F and the block 235 F. I see no oil in radiator nor antifreeze in the oil. I started the tractor this...

I have been using a John Deere pole saw for about 10 years and it needs some repairs. Mitsubishi made the saw for Deere and they do not support parts or repair for the saw any longer. I am thinking about a new saw. I can get a Poulan, Troy-bilt for approx. $180 or I can get a Stihl or Echo for...

The foot operated parking brake on my 550 doesn't work. It is a 2011 model I bought recently and I have the owners manual but there is nothing about the parking brake adjustment. I called the dealer to get information and was told I would have to bring it to them for repair which means...

Browns Community Ruritan will sponsor its annual antique tractor and machinery show this Saturday, July 26. Shaded area for parking equipment. Concessions served in air-conditioned building. No charge for admission or exhibitors. Equipment parts and farm related vendors are welcome. Since the...

I have a 1994 JD model CX gator. The front wheels are wearing on the outside. I can't find any place for alignment adjustment. Any help will be appreciated.

My YM 1401 (2wd) front wheels wobble when the tractor is in high gear. I have done about all the adjustments I can do. What is the recommended fix? Thanks for the help.

I own a John Deere CX Gator bought new in 2004. The front tires are wearing real bad on the outside edges. The gator looks to be toed in too much. The dealer said there is no adjustment. Has any one else had this problem with the CX? Are there any recommended remedies? Thanks for any help.

Have any of you that have pacemakers done any stick welding? I am considering trying to do a little welding wearing a heavy coat and keeping the electrode away from the pacemaker as far as possible. I use a string trimmer and chain saw with no adverse reactions.