My John Deere 990 Compact tractor has a problem. It won't start. I was using it, stopped to do something and tried to start it again and nothing. The tractor made a small click but nothing...

I recently purchased a 2002, 2wd, 990 with 774 hours. No maintenance history. I plan to change filters/fluids and alternator belt. Will appreciate any advice. The online manual I'm using doesn't...

I have a John deere 990, 2003. Only about 600 hours on it. worked great until 2 days ago. Would crank just fine, but not catch. It grabbed a few times, but shut off in less then a few seconds...

Our JD 990 tractor is having some start issues, that have been traced back to the fuel solenoid. We're wondering if anybody has had the same problem and what the solution was. Turning the key...

My John Deere 990 4 WD makes a clunking sound when placed in 4WD. I visually inspected and see no obvious problem. The shift lever to engage the 4wd operates ok-no bind. I am attempting to remove...

John Deere 990 ran out of diesel fuel. Coasted off a bank and tried to restart. Cranked briefly then refilled with fuel. Started but had to bleed. Ran rough and discovered 1st cylinder closest to...

I thought I would share a solution that worked for me regarding my 990 not charging. Took the alternator apart and cleaned it with a toothbrush (was packed full of dirt). This was a very easy job...

Hello I have a JD 990. The PTO turns when disengaged. You can hold it from turning with your hand! Next is the PTO seal is leaking how hard of a job is this to repair? I hope it can be done from...

I would like to know if there is a mechanical way bolt the loader arm to the tractor because I do not plan to take it off the tractor. Thanks for your help.

I have a 2004 JD 990. I am the second owner and have had it for about 13 years. I put about 2 hours a month on it mowing a 1 acre pasture and putting out (3) hay rolls every few weeks, it's total...

If I manage to get my John Deere started it will run perfectly until I turn it off and then try to restart. Then starter will not turn to start engine. Looking for anyone who may have had the same...

I am toying with the idea of switching from a rear scraper blade to a front mounted snowplow. What I am stuck on is, I feel a frame mounted plow would be better than a plow mounted on the FEL...

I easily started up my John Deere 990 tractor and drove across a field. I killed the engine as I worked to place a chain around a fallen tree. Then when I got back onto the tractor it would not...

My John Deere 990 won't start unless I put a jumper from the positive post on the battery directly to the starter....Then it starts and runs fine. I assume there is a blown fuse in the mix but...

Ok I started out mounting a koyker loader on buddies 990 and only way I could get it to work is raise 3pt hitch up close valve off to closed center which it kills rear lift but the loader works...

anyone deal with the jerky issue on the 990? the bucket, when i want to lift, goes down for a second then goes up ... i am thinking a leak or suction issue ... i would rather fix it myself than...

I wanted to join to tell anyone with a John Deere 990/790 tractor mfwd to maintain the drive shaft with grease every so often Read my post Thanks

Needing some help on my 990. For some reason the crankcase is filling with Diesel. Drained nearly 2 and a half gallons out today. Where could it be coming from? Any help would be greatly appreciated.

Hey there guys, new to this site and first post. I have a John Deere 990 I need to add rear hydraulics to because of an implement we just purchased. Everywhere I've called doesn't sell a kit...

Hey there guys, new to this site and first post. I have a John Deere 990 I need to add rear hydraulics to because of an implement we just purchased. Everywhere I've called doesn't sell a kit...

Hi Guys, long term lurker, only posted a few times if any. I'm looking for some help. I've got a 2003-2004 990 that has served me very well. I figure being 13 years old at this point its time to...

A friend of mine has a 2006 or so John Deere 990 and has never serviced anything other than the oil and filter. I know its way overdue so trying to help him out. Anyway, i've changed coolant...

Hi Guys, My buddy's 990 with 312 hours stored in heated garage won't start. Put in a new battery and removed dash panels, key switch and all wires are connected. Cleaned ground, removed starter...

Hello everyone. Just installed the scv on my tractor that didn't have one on 2003 JD 990 170 hrs. Trying to put loader on with no pressure to cylinders. If I move the rockshaft control up and...

Would you be afraid to buy a 2007 model tractor with just 15 hours on it?? I'm not considering buying this by any means (especially at his asking price of $15,200!), but this tractor has done a...

We have a John Deere 990 with 430 loader (2002 model I think) on the family cattle ranch (350 acres in west Louisiana), it is the smallest of 3 modern tractors (others are JD 6310, JD 7200). The...

When I use my fel valve to the right so empthy the bucket on my jd 4700 and on my 990 there is a point that both sides get oil. I noticed when I was using a tree sheer with a 4" cylinder, small...

Ok, its been a while since I was on here, but I broke the instrument panel glass on my 990 and now I'm trying to replace it. Unfortunately, I have to deal with what has to be one of the dumbest...

Delivered to my camp in Vt last Feb. There are 2 JD dealers up here that would not take my MF165 on trade. I found a 2004 990 with 960 hrs. on it down here in central Ma. and they said no problem...

Hey folks, glad to have found and to be a part of this forum. I live on 5 acres and the JD 990 is the perfect machine for this farm Boy. Bought it new in 07 a upgrade from the JD 970. The 970 was...

I started noticing chattering when pulling the box blade under fairly heavy load, until today chattering started and the 4wd stopped working, then chattering got much worse. I found another thread...

I spayed my jd 990 with a water hose, also on inside of the hood agains the dash. The tractor would not start anymore., waited one day 90 degrees and dry, Houston, no change, thought is was the...

Hello, this is my first post to the forum and I must say that there is a tremendous amount of great information on this site and in particular this forum. I understand that in order to add a WR...

Hi Everyone, I was doing some routine maintenance on my John Deere 990 to get it ready for Spring. I changed the engine oli (JD Plus-50 II Diesel Motor Oil 15W-40) and filter (M806419). Then I...

Trying to decide on getting rid of massey ferg 240 for a slightly smaller / newer jd 990/4005. Massey ferg is old and doesn't have front end loader....990 seems to be slightly smaller and just a...

Hi everyone. New to the site. I have an '05 John Deere 990. I'm looking to get a backhoe ASAP to dig a septic pipe trench. What backhoe's are compatible? I think the 8A is compatible...

Does anyone have any tips on what I could look for with reference to the following: I have a John Deere 990 Tractor. Almost everytime I try to use the bush hog, when I go to engage the PTO, the...

Im looking at this deere 990 John Deere 990 Diesel 40 HP Tractor - 2004 10 acres with 1.5 of "yard" but the fencing is reasonable and have alot of room even up to the house. I think this...

JD990 with 250 hours is sluggish when I run in A2 or A3. It acts like the brake is locked on. Seems to not happen down in B or C.

JD tech says that this JD 8a backhoe can not be attached to a JD 990 with a 430 Loader ! I have the JD 8a with a 4" channel subframe but I do not see any attachment points on the rear of the...

Hello, the dealer told me to replace the flasher relay (already checked fuse). One person at the dealership told me I could find the relay by the fusebox under the hood. When I couldn't find...

hello all im thinking of trading in my 990 with bh for a 5055e with a loader. my 990 is a 1998 model 257hrs i primerely use it for some snow plowing clearing some land and loging fire wood out of...

Hi; I have a JD 990 compact tractor and recently had a throw out bearing failure. When we were doing the tear down I noticed that there are vent screens located on the sides of the bell housing...

My JD 990 hydraulics have started to lower much slower than it did when we first bought the machine. It has never had a hydraulic fluid or filter change. Is a plugged filter causing this issue? It...

Hello everyone, I need a bit of help installing my W.R. Long 3rd function valve kit on my 990. I have the 430 model loader on my tractor and need some assistance in identifying the PB port on my...

I talked to two sales guys at two different stores I mentioned I may need a power beyond kit for a 4005, the sales guy said "is that a John Deere"? The other guy told me the 990 was an old tractor...

What would be the current model to a 990 2WD? Any differences in engines, trans, wheels/tires, etc? Thanks.

Hello all. I am new to this forum. I grew up with tractors and am now 51 and am looking at purchasing one. I own over 2 acres and it is wooded and has a lot of rocks etc. I want to build a...

I have a friend that has offered to loan me his Shaver HD10 post driver to drive some fence posts. I am not sure if my JD 990 has enough hydraulic flow to run the driver. Shaver web site says the...

My dad bought a brand new JD 990 a few years back. Has anyone else heard of a problem with this tractor due to the design of the fuel tank? Last year I was mowing some brush on the side of a...

I was torn between posting this under eBay/Craigslist or Is this a scam?.. I know it is a scam so decided to post under eBay/Craigslist. I have an orange tractor and really don't know much about...

I have a JD 990 with an 8B backhoe. I have removed it and want to hook up a chipper. First of all I am not sure which hookups to use. At the back of my tractor there is a metal plate with 2...

I have a JD 990 with a fiberglass Curtis top. Can I safely trailer the tractor with the Curtis top on?

I am shopping for a compact tractor. I want a backhoe with it. I have been looking at some new (JD 2320 and Kubota 2320) but I am also looking at some used tractors. Used allows me to get a...

I have found a 1999 (2000 I think) John Deere 990 for sale with a 430 loader, backhoe, scraper, mower and snowblower. 1100 hours. He wants 20K. Thoughts?

Hi there, can someone help? My daughter was cutting the lawn on our JD990 when all of a sudden the engine began to cough and sputter and blow out a cloud of blue smoke. After that it ran for...

My friend just picked up a 990 4WD with a 300CX bucket and only 95 hours for a song. Sweet little tractor if you don't mind shifting. Rob

I was pulling a 9ft drag with my 990 in 4 wheel drive an noticed some noise from the front end. Four wheel drive stopped working now. This tracter has 175 hours on it. Never been on pavement an...

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I'm looking at a used JD 990 2008 40 HP, what are peoples experience with this tractor? It is has a 300cx loader and 8B backhoe. The transmission is 9x3 and it is non synchro with a Yanmar...

I have been out on the forum as a visitor "soaking up" knowlege from all of you for some time which has been great and I now need some help regarding purchasing a backhoe for my 990. This is the...

What a great forum! I have been reading and learning a great deal from everyone on here. Thanks. A very good friend of mine is selling a JD 990 and I would like help with two things. We were...

A couple weeks ago I called my tire dealer to order me a set of Galaxy Mighty Mow turf tires size 10-16.5 fronts and 17.5L-24 rears. Come to find out the Northeast has a shortage on the fronts...

Hi, I'm looking to buy and these 3 tractors seem to be in the range of what I'm looking for. I'll be using it with a FEL to clear land, move rocks, clear snow, maintain some wood roads etc...

Been while a since I mentioned I was getting my new/used 990 with 44 hours on it. Now that I have had some time to snowblow and use the loader I can not believe what a difference compared to my...

I had the wheel almost all the way into a full right-hand turn when I stopped to chat with someone. When I powered up again, I can not turn the wheel to the left. It will turn the rest of the...

I am highly considering buying a backhoe for my JD 990. I believe JD calls for the 8B for my model tractor. For those of you who have one or have used one: Does it have much digging power? Once...

Hello everyone, My 990 is about 4 years old. Even when it was new the bucket would drop both under load and without load. I tried to get it fixed under warranty but there was a misunderstanding...

Well it looks like I am trading my 850 MFWD in for a 990 MFWD w/300cx loader that has 40 hours on it. It looks brand new as it should and was 13k plus my 850. What do you folks think and what can...

Would a JD 990 MFWD with R1 tires be enough tractor to pull a 6 row JD 7000 maxemerge planter?

I'm thinking of buying a John Deere 990 4WD tractor. Can anyone tell me how much cheaper then the retail or MSRP I should be able to get this from the dealer for? Thanks for any help!

My father in law (Sir, to my son) got his new 2WD 990 yesterday. Attached is a Woods 72" finish mower. Perfect machine combo for what he wants it for. I enjoyed mowing on it a little this...

There are some nice deals on TractorHouse.com, like this: 2007 JOHN DEERE 990 For Sale at TractorHouse.com for $19,299. When I go to the local dealer he wants minimum $21,000. How do I get a...

I have a jd 1070 w/80 fel and 8A bh. I'm interested in a new jd 990, but I would like to use the fel and bh that I already have. Does anyone out there know if this is possible. Thanks

After months of reading, searching, pricing, browsing, talking, etc... I finally decided on a tractor and took the plunge. I lost track weeks ago the number of tractors I compared, test drove...

I am thinking about getting a John Deere 990 MFWD tractor. Would it be a good tractor for a 6ft bush hog? I will probably be getting a FEL also. I have heard that the 990 is a really good...

I am getting close to the 50 hr oil change. I was told to change out the break in oil at 50 hrs. I am considering putting in the AMSOIL synthetic 15-40 oil. Is this a good idea?

I bought my 990 back in august of 05. I went to crank it this past weekend and its completely dead, it hasn't been run since around mid november. Do I already need a new battery? Should I just...

I was planning on mounting my tool box on the JD990 as shown in the attached pictures. Drilling holes and adding mounting hardware to the sheet metal cover behind the seat. Anyone see a problem...

Still looking at the JD990, but I cannot find a spec listing the exact height of the ROPS. At issue is whether this will fit through a normal 7' tall garage door since the ROPs does not fold. Thanks

This is the latest quote I received from another JD dealer. Is this a good price given that it includes the wheel weights and all? I also have a quote for a 300CX FEL w/HD 61" bucket for $3500...

I've been looking at nearly every brand of CUT I can find around here, and after much confusion, research, and debate (and spousal approvals), I have settled on a JD990. Pricing quoted from 3...

I am going to purchase a tractor to maintain my property. I have 8 acres of mostly fields, rolling hills, a 1/2 acre pond, about 2 acres of woods. I want to keep about 5 acres of fields looking...

I have a John Deere 990 with only 1.5 hours. I am taking it to my grandfather's house which is about 10 miles. Is it too early to put it in the highest gear and go? I guess it would be 9th...

My 990 will be arriving at my house in about 48 minutes. I have been waiting for over 10 years now for a tractor. I have been looking at used ones lately but a friend of mine told me about the...

Fellas, thanks much for all of your contributions to this splendid forum. Through the shared experiences of many, I've been able to access tons of practical, real-world data covering the gamut of...

In the market for a 40+ hp JD with loader. Have 15 acres with horses, need capacity for general work in additon to round bales (800-1200 lbs.) Based on previous discussions, looked hard at the...

Member Join Date: Apr 2004 Posts: 31 JD 990 + NH 451 -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Need help! Does anyone know how to hook up a NH 451...

Well she's got to go. Perfect condition < 10hrs. Email me @tcw67@yahoo.com if interested in details. Details in my signature.

Need help! Does anyone know how to hook up a NH 451 sicklebar mower to a JD 990 tractor?? I tried to do it today and found that the JD's three point hitch is too narrow at the top. I finally...

Greetings to all!! I would like to know how a 990 compares in size to a new 4020 series?? Is it closer to a 4000 or 3000 size?? I would also like to know opinions on 990 vs 5103. John

We are putting in a fence around about 4 acres. we have a deere 990. I am looking at a leinbach l7300 ($425) or a rotomec from the dealer about ($800). Anything I should know before I get the...

I've narrowed it down to these two tractors for my 17acres. The TC40A is about $1,000 more. I plan to bushhog, rototill, landscape and build/maintain a 700ft driveway. The specs seem better on...

I have a 05 990 FWD and I need help deciding which rear blade to buy. Right now I have all frontier equipment and I like to keep the color's matching but I have seen some nice blades. I would...

At 27 hours, the oil in my JD 990 is still spotless clean. I have never had a diesel keep oil this clean. Anybody else have this with their tractors? It's so clean, I'm actually wondering if...

After lots of research and reading here, I have decided to go with a JD990. My question is where to get it? I’m in SE AZ but I’m willing to drive a bit to get the best deal. Who has the best deal...

I am a current owner of a Kubota B7500 and I am jumping ship to Deere. I need a larger more powerful tractor. A friend of mine has a 990 he loves. He let me take her out for a spin this morning. I...

Hi folks, other then more horse power, is there any difference between a JD 970 and a JD 990 tractor? Also, will the power beyond hydraulic kit (back hoe tap off) made for the 990 fit the 970 and...

I'm looking at the following two tractors: NH TC35A 4WD + 16LA Loader, Quoted at ~$22,000 JD 990 4WD + 300CX Loader, Quoted at ~$21,000 Seems to me that the TC35A has the better tranny (12x12...

I'm at 25hrs and was noticing some carrosion at terminals. I was wondering which optima? Doug990

I ended up paying 22,500 for everything. I got the 990 4x4 w/ the 300cx FEL the mx5 rotary cutter frontier 5ft disc and a diamond plated cover. Does that sound about right? What have others paid...

Anyone out there useing one of these? Please tell me a little about the 990. likes or dislikes.

Looking for a 8B Backhoe for the new John Deere 990. Can be used but in good condition. If you got one your not using, turn it into cash. If your a dealer and you got one that is fixin to cost you...

Have concluded the JD990 is the tractor for my needs and am close to getting off the wallet. I would appreciate any comments or feedback from current or existing owners. Good or bad. Repairs etc...

What socket sizes are needed for the JD990 tractor? Is everything on the tractor and implements metric? Thanks, Steve

DEALER SAYS I CANT REALLY HAVE TNT,BUT HE SEEMS A LITTLE CONFUSED ABOUT MY OPTIONS. WHATS PLAUSABLE TO DO HERE, 3RD SVC, POWER BEYOND, ELECTRIC DIVERTERS, IM NEW TO TRACTORS AND ANY ADVICE IS...

I am currently looking at these two machines and I am having trouble making up my mind.The L4400 is a new and unproven model yet has more power and a shuttle shift over the proven 990.Could some...

I'm thinking of buying a utility tractor for my 20 acre hobby farm.Smaller than either of these models would do 75% of my work.(Occasional FEL work,snow removal and mowing the fields).However I...

I am just curious that there is little to no talk about the JD 990. Is this because it is too small for the farmers, and too big for the compact tractor shoppers? Kind of in no mans land. Just...

What is the recommended ballast for a 300CX loader, JD 990, 4WD, with R4 tires ? When I e-mailed JD they gave me the following answer for R1 and R3 tires, but did not mention the R4 tires...

What is the appropriate FEL model for the JD 990 4-Wheel drive? The JD Web “Attachments” page cites the 430 FEL, but I don’t see the 430 FEL on the JD “Build your own” page? Also, what is the...

Anyone out there own or buy 990 lately am looking at 990 4wd MX6/430 loader quoted $ 20,300.00 is this decent

I have a jd990 with a jdmx5 cutter. I want to buy a trailer to transport it. I have a 2003 Ford Ranger 4-wheel drive with the FX4 off-road package. The 990 2-wheel weighs 3000 lbs. and the mx5...

I recently got the urge for a tractor for my 41-acres. It has been cut-over (3 years ago). I had been depending on a friend to help me with my food plots but you know how that goes. I called my...

I have a JD 990 2-Wheel drive (40.4hp) for which I want to purchase a 430 loader and an 8b backhoe. What is the going prices for these new? I haven't been to any dealers yet.

I have a JD990. On page 9 of my owner's manual there is a section on adjusting the seat suspension. It says turn adjusting screw (A) clockwise to provide stiffer seat suspension, etc. I cannot...

I have recently bought a 2001 JD990 with a JD MX5 cutter. It only had 69 hours on it and was like new. I paid $8500.00 for it. Am tickled to death with it. Have since bought a 6 1/2 ft. disc and...

I need three JD Quik-Tatch 42-lb weights for my JD990. If anyone in North Mississippi near Memphis has some used ones please call me at 662 429-6691. Thanks.

Can anyone suggest some ballpark figures on the following setup? I'm located in central Indiana. JD990, Ag tires, & FEL w/bolt in tooth bar. My local dealer priced this setup to me for...

Please let me preface this by stating that I don't want this to turn into an HST/GST debate. I recently bought a very nice used Kubota B2710, and while I really like the HST for a lot of things...

Hello All I got my first rude initiation into winter snowplowing this last week. We received a good dump of snow, over 2 feet, in a few days. Then the winds kicked up to about 50, which blew...

I'd like to use my first post to announce the arrival of my first ever tractor purchase -- a brand new JD 990. For about 8 months I've been one of the "anonymous" visitors here. Thanks to...

I have the parts , tech , and owners manuals , picked up the block heater kit some time ago and figured it was time to put it in . Drained the fluid , got the kit out , heater , gasket, two bolts...

I bought the kit to install myself , have the operators , parts and tech manuals . I figured it would be a cake walk , ,,,well after draining the fluid , I cann't find the frezee plug that is...

This morning I just sealed the deal to purchase from a nearby neighbor a 990 w/ 41 hours on it, with the 430 FEL. The seller is throwing in a 513 cutter, 12" PHD, and ballast box. It's a great...

In looking around at the JD4310 and the JD4210, my eye was caught by a 990. These look like really nice machines! However, I see that they only come in a collar shift arangement. My question...

<font color="#666666"> </font> Hi guys! We're trying to decide between a JD990 and a Kubota L4300 and don't really know much about either. Both are 2WD (don't need a 4)..the 990 has 40hp and the...

I'm looking at a John Deere 990 4WD with 430 loader and industrial tires. The price my dealer gave me is $18,300 (after a JD rebate, he said). From what I've seen, this appears to be in the...

So far so good , got about 60+ hour on the clock . Dealer did the 50 hour and I forgot to have them look at the battery box , will I called it in the other day battery venting / leaking is eating...

I have a buddy who fell in love with a 990 on a local dealer's lot. Trouble is that one was sold and the dealer is looking around for him another one. Before he signs on the dotted line, can...

the dealer has picked up my 990 just the other day , along with doing the 50 hour maintance , they will be adding wheel wieghts , and I asked to have a valve added for out the back for future...

I have just over 40+ hours on the wee lil' beasty and they have been some of the happiest times of my life ..This weeks little victory was to reclaim a bit more of the field /garden from being...

I am looking at several types of small tractors to work on the land we have purchased. I have currently narrowed it down to the JD 990 or the JD 5105. Any thoughts as to which would be the best...

I am wondering if anyone has any experience with the optional hood guard for use in protecting the hood with jd loaders. I just got a new 990 with fel (traded a 950 w/fel) and cant say that I am...

Does anybody have any knowledge about the JD 990?