Jinma JM-224 Discussions

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    Jinma 224 Head Gasket

    Hello all, I am reaching out through the forum seeking help. So here goes; I own a 2002 JINMA 224 no FEL though it does have the hydraulic line QC for one. I bought it new, may have had 2 hours...
  2. J

    Jinma 224, complete loss of steering.

    My tractor has always had the steering go mushy unless the hydraulic fluid was completely full, and last night it went out completely. I think i may have two issues. The first is the above...
  3. R

    Jinma 224 Radiator swap

    Good Morning. Needing to replace the radiator in my Jinma 224. Anyone no of something that can be swapped in besides the Jinma replacement? Thank You and be safe
  4. K

    Super Cheap Jinma 224 with a TY290

    I'm buying a 224 with a Koyker 150 loader.. Its a 99 Model with less than 200 hours on it.. HOWEVER, the Engine oil was neglected, shows none on the dipstick, and is seized.. There isn't any oil...
  5. J

    Jinma 224 Differential Lock lever snapped off.

    Its actually always been snapped off since i got the machine, and im finally tired of getting stuck due to no differential lock available. I got a new lever from Tommy a while back, and i was...
  6. N

    Rhino/Jinma 224 - 2 or 3 cylinders?

    I own a Jinma 284 that has truly been an economical work horse for me. I am looking at a Rhino on Craigslist with a 2 cylinder engine that I am certain is a Jinma. I contacted the owner to ask...
  7. R

    Jinma 224 Slow cranking,

    Hi Guys, Have an '03 Jinma 224. It was idling okay and then just stalled as if the fuel was turned off. Seems to have fuel to the banjo bolts at the injectors. Thoughts? While trying to start it...
  8. T

    JINMA 224 QUESTION

    I have a Jinma 224, model year 2005, its got shuttle shift and its 4WD. I cant get into 4WD, the lever moves but I cant feel it going into 4WD. Is there a roll pin there like there is on the...
  9. J

    Jinma 224: my dry clutch is well... wet, splitting guidance?

    Popped off my loader on the jinma 224 the other day (that was an ordeal... those kickstands dont work for crap) to finally adjust the clutch that had been slipping under load. Found not only a...
  10. J

    Leaking Jinma 224 Radiator (video inside)

    was moving some mulch yesterday, and noticed my temp was getting into the red, immediately shut down when it was about 110 (not sure if that gauge is C or F, i presume C), and checked my fluids...
  11. T

    Jinma 224 electrical problems....voltage regulator?

    The problem is: Tractor starts with authority. MPA gage goes pegged to red. Battery light is on. Run the tractor for 10-20 minutes, then MPA gage backs off a bit, but still high. Battery...
  12. J

    Fluid changes and maintainance for old Jinma 224?

    Good morning all, I made another thread a minute ago about the Jinma 224 I just bought. The price was right, but this thing was not maintained well in any way, and has a LOT of hours. Im...
  13. J

    New to me Jinma 224 : Slew of repairs (throttle, clutch, electrical, ignition, 3pt)

    So, my very first real tractor has fallen into my hands. An Iron Horse 224 with a FEL. It has significant issues, but does run well and the price sure was right. I got the whole package for...
  14. T

    jinma 224 front tires

    Hi Can I change the tire size on my 4x4 , jimma 224.The reason I am asking is I ordered a tire for the front. The original tire height was 24 inches when mounted but the one I ordered is 22 1/2...
  15. T

    jinma 224 steering problems

    Lost the steering on my tractor but only on the right side turn .It steers great to the left. If it was a bypassing cylinder would I not have lost the steering on both sides. I have the steering...
  16. T

    Jinma 224 looking for filters

    I purchased a 1997 Jinma Tractor about a month ago.It has a TY 295X engine.I am looking for an oil filter for this tractor and having a difficult time.When I bought it it had a motomaster filter...
  17. J

    electrical trouble jinma 224

    I have read many posts here about electrical issues. Most are ground related. I suspect mine is the same. I suspected a bad key switch at first. I have ruled that out. My trouble is #5 (amp...
  18. J

    Blown 30 amp fuse Jinma 224

    I have a Jinma 224 with about 600 hrs on it. I was mowing last Sunday for around two hours. I stopped to eat lunch, then tried to start the tractor. The 30 amp main fuse was blown. I was out in a...
  19. W

    Jinma 224 Glow Plug Fuse Blows

    Hello there I'm have startingproblems to! I have a Jinma 224 and when I use the preheating the 30Amp fuse is blown after a few seconds. Can this mean a defective glow-plug? Anyone who got an...
  20. J

    jinma 224 w/600 hr pto clutch adjustment

    I had a problem with grinding when engauging the pto. I got the clutch adjustment procedure from other post here. I tightened the pto adjstment bolts #6 about 1/4turn that fixed the problem . I...
  21. T

    Jinma 224 ball joint replacement.

    How difficult of a job is this to do? Any specialty tools required? Any "how to" pics or videos around? Thanks.
  22. T

    jinma 224 replace spin on fuel filter.

    Any special procedures that must be followed? Gasket has deteriorated, I guess, it is leaking. I gave it another quarter turn to tighten but it still leaks a little.
  23. T

    jinma 224 cooling question.

    My lower radiator hose sprung a leak, I ordered a new one. Is there a radiator drain? I saw a little valve at the bottom of the radiator with a pitcock on it; Also, above the oil dipstick is...
  24. M

    Oil & Fuel 2003 jinma 224 fluids and filters

    Does anyone know the american fluids and filters I should be using on this tractor. Bought it used and want to get them all changed. thanks
  25. M

    3-Point Hitch 2003 jinma 224 spline size

    tractor has nt been delivered yet but looking to buy a mower and I cant find the spline size of the rear pto
  26. M

    used jinma 224 owner

    buying a used 2003 jinma tractor with a koyker 160 loader
  27. T

    jinma 224 ground / gage problems.

    No gages. Same thing happened last year, so, to find bad ground, I plugged and unplugged all the harness conectors, cleaned with CRC. (after removing insturment cluster panel). That fixed it...
  28. T

    jinma 224 tire question

    I am asking cause I really don't know.....Stock 224, I have a flat rear tire. (original ag from factory)...its got a nail in it. Looks like a 12p sinker. Vertically stuck in it. Is this tire...
  29. T

    jinma 224, gages dead.

    The symptoms were there for quite a while. Gages come to life and then die, then they come back.. feels like a loose connection somewhere,,,.but for the most part they worked. Now they are not...
  30. T

    Jinma 224 fuel gage question

    OK. Its full but only reads 3/4. So empty is not empty. Now the wierd part. It goes to full as I use the hand throttle to throttle up. Single cluster setup. Not really important, but I...
  31. X

    jinma 224 3ph problem

    i have a a jinma 224 3 point is not working i put a new diverter valve new hydro pump new steering valve and still no preasure to the 3ph valve what could it possiably be
  32. J

    3-Point Hitch Jinma 224 3 point hitch control very stiff

    The control lever on my 3 point control is extremely stiff and hard to move. I see nothing externally to lube that might make it easier. Any ideas?
  33. R

    Jinma 224 Fuse Panel change

    I have the Jinma 224 and want to replace the original fuse panel to something domestic. What have you guys used ? Thank You
  34. R

    Jinma 224 Tachometer

    Hi guys, New to the forum. I have a Jinma 224 with seperate gauges. Tachomoeter face broke off. Anyone find a domestic equivalent? Thanks,
  35. T

    jinma 224 clutch adjustment

    The clock reads 440 hours on my Jinma now, bought new in 2005. With the help of a lot of folks here, I have been able to do all repairs myself. My clutch is "grabby", and needs adjustment. I am...
  36. T

    How to set toe in on Jinma 224?

    My front (ag) tires are shot. But the wear clearly shows that they are shot on the outside edge, whereas the inside edges are only HALF as worn. They both look tilted out at the top of the wheel...
  37. T

    jinma 224 maintenance questions.

    I am not a pro, but would like your opinion on doing the following. Even my terminology may be way off but here goes. I noticed today on my front axle--I will call it "a nuckle", I noticed there...
  38. J

    Hydraulic problem jinma 224

    I have changed the o rings on the main hydraulic piston on my tractor before. The problem was I lifted an implement to high. This time I did not lift anything to high or lift too heavy of a load...
  39. O

    Jinma 224 Hydraulic pump question

    Has anyone retrofitted a better/more volume pump onto this little tractor? I want to add a 3pt log splitter and a FEL later on.
  40. O

    Jinma 224 - adding power steering

    has anyone done this? I'm really tired of fighting the steering wheel especially in 4wd. Have been thinking of using a Ford Ranger steering box and PS pump to keep things simple - and cheap...
  41. O

    Jinma 224 Hydraulic pump question

    Has anyone retrofitted a better/more volume pump onto this little tractor? I want to add a 3pt log splitter and a FEL later on.
  42. O

    Jinma 224 - add power steering?

    has anyone done this? I'm really tired of fighting the steering wheel especially in 4wd. Have been thinking of using a Ford Ranger steering box and PS pump to keep things simple - and cheap...
  43. D

    Jinma 224 blowing fuse!

    I have a Jinma 224 that only has 8 hours on it. I keep blowing the main fues every time I try to start the **** thing! As you can tell, I am a little frustrated. I have looked at everything I...
  44. D

    Tires Jinma 224 Ag tire pressure?

    Hi, I have a Jinma 224 4x4 with ag tires. The rear tires say 250 KPa cold max and the front say 450 Kpa cold max. If I am calculating correctly, this would be approx 36 PSi in rear and 65 PSi in...
  45. D

    PTO Not fully disengaging! Jinma 224

    I am having a problem with the PTO not fully disengaging. When I move the PTO lever to Neutral, the PTO shaft continues to turn, but not a full speed. I can stop it by putting something against...
  46. T

    Hard starting Jinma 224 with 90 hrs

    I have a Jinma 224 with 90 hrs and have experienced the following: First off I like the tractor over all with the exception of the following quirks 1. Leaking hoses and valve on the ZL20 loader...
  47. J

    Hydrolic problem Jinma 224

    The 3 point lift is leaking down . When you lift all the way up it will hold(tractor running). When you lower the 3 pt. it will leak down and put a strain on the motor(tractor running. When you...
  48. T

    Gages dead (sometimes) Jinma 224

    Was using the tractor yesterday. The gages (instrument cluster) went dead. So I shut the tractor down for an hour. Started it up, then the gages worked perfectly. When I hit the headlight...
  49. T

    Jinma 224 shuttle shift problem...Help please!

    OK. I cannot get into forward or reverse. Shuttle shift is "free-wheeling". I traced the mechanics of it from the shifter in my hand, all is well until you get to the actual forward/reverse...
  50. T

    jinma 224 temp.

    Although my radiator is full and clean, and the fins have been blown out from the inside, AND theres a blue mesh type AC filter I installed in front of the radiator, the tractor gets hot, though...
  51. D

    Jinma 224 leaking hydrolic fluid around lift arm? Help

    I have a Jinma 224 tractor with only about 6 hours on it. I noticed hydrolic fluid leaking around the right rear lift arm. I just figured that it must have been a bad seal. I obtained a new...
  52. T

    jinma 224 shuttle shift linkage question

    This is a seperate question so I posted seperately. I have been having a real hard time getting into reverse; the dealer said this was natural for newer jinmas and the problem would go away...
  53. T

    jinma 224 hydraulics repair

    05 jinma 224, shuttle shift. Koyker 160 loader. Both the 3 point hitch and the FEL not operating (lifting) smoothly-very jerky. Last time this happened, at 60 hours, I changed the fluid and the...
  54. S

    Jinma 224 wont start

    Ihave a jinma 224 that wont start when turn key switch on just make a click noise, charge battery lights, horn works ok, so I beleive battery is ok. Press clutch in switch goes in makes same click...
  55. J

    Problem with PTO engagement on Jinma 224

    Hello, I own a Jinma 224. My PTO does not want to engage. I used to leave the PTO engaged and leave the PTO speed select in neutral or 540 if I wanted it engage or disengage it. I recently played...
  56. johnk

    Jinma 224 Brush hog

    I have a 2 cylinder 224 that is a real 22 hp and was wondering what size brush hog it will handle. I was thinking 5 foot because it will be cutting mostly tall grass not 2 inch wood debris. I have...
  57. T

    2005 Jinma 224 filter questions.

    I have the in-line "spin-on" hydraulic filter. Anybody know the number to get at the auto store? Also, whats the number for the oil filter? No identifying marks on the original equipment. Thanks.
  58. J

    Please help jinma 224

    Hey guys I still have a problem with my factor loader on my 224 Jinma.The trouble is once it heats up my loader won't work un less I turn the wheel side to side or lift up the lever on the...
  59. P

    Jinma 224

    Robby, thanks for the reply on the NorTrac tractors. The closest dealer is 150 miles away. he is asking 9400 for the 224 w/FEL. What type of work do you do with yours and are you satisfied with...
  60. P

    Jinma 224

    Robby, thanks for the reply on NorTrac tractors. the closest dealer for Jinma is about 150 miles. (Fresno, CA) . his listed price w/FEL is 9400 plus tax. Hate buying a tractor from Northern Tools...
  61. C

    Jinma 224 3 point lift

    I just purchased a 2002 Jinma 224 tractor. The three point lift goes up and down without any weight on it, but if I put weight on it, it won't raise. The engine does not react to moving the lift...
  62. R

    Hydraulics Foaming (Jinma 224)

    I'm having problems with the hydraulic fluid foaming out the breather vent. The problem started after having to replace one of the hoses on the FEL which had a leak. Now, when lifting the FEL...
  63. T

    jinma 224 hydraulic filter question

    I have printed out the Jinma 100 hour service, which includes lifting out the hydraulic filter. But something is wrong, because on my shuttle shift Jinma, under the seat, there is no suction hose...
  64. T

    Hydraulics question, Jinma 224

    Newbie question here. New tractor, has 30 hours on it, bought at dealer and it has warranty but getting the tractor to the dealer is a pain. Jinma 224, shuttle shift,.....today the FEL started...
  65. T

    Jinma 224 injection pump timing

    I came across some info previously that described how to adjust the injector pump timing without removing the rad hose ect but cannot find it. If I remember correctly this could be done while the...
  66. J

    jinma 224 block heater

    I was wondering if any one has installed a block heater on their jinma?If so is it a standard heater or special size?Also how do you punch the plug out of the block?I'm from Canada gets very...
  67. T

    Newbie Jinma 224 question

    Just bought her brand new, I have no experience with tractors. When I need to put the tractor on the road and drive say 2 miles, I need to go faster. If I start out in a high gear the engine...
  68. johnk

    Tires Jinma 224 Tire width

    Whats the easiest way to increase the rear tire stance for stability? Switch each tire to the opposite side with wheel weight on inside? The manual leaves a lot to be desired. How many inches will...
  69. D

    Fluid capacities Jinma 224

    Folks, Am getting ready to change out the diff's and trans in my 224 and am wondering what th total fluid capacities are for these units. I want to have enough replacement gear oil on hand when I...
  70. J

    jinma 224 turn it up

    Has anyone turned there 224 motor up any? I understand that there is absolutely no difference in the jm224 and the jm284 motor. I am no mechanic but how hard can it be to turn up . Robby
  71. J

    jinma 224 oil filter ?

    I have a jm 224 3 cyl 2004 mdl. I need to know what oil filter to use. The owners parts list says use 480g-09300. Everything I can findon the web refers to jx0706p,jx0710c or j0810h. I am a little...
  72. J

    hydrolic fluid change jinma 224 first time

    I have read many post on this matter. Correct me if I am wrong. 1. Drain out the 30 wt oil that came in the tractor. 2. Fill with deisel. 3. Start tractor , turn stering wheel back and...
  73. J

    new jinma 224 pto problem

    I picked up my tractor last Wed. I did not try the pto until today. Well It does not do anything in high (1000) or (540) speeds. When I move the engage lever it practicaly goes all the way to the...
  74. J

    jinma 224 with 2 hours

    I have read all the post and answers about new jinma tractors that will not start in cold weather. My tractor will not start in 40 degree weather with out some trouble. I have installed a ford...
  75. R

    Backhoe Backhoe on Jinma 224

    I posted this concern before, but then my laptop had to go away for a repair so I didn't get to see any discussion. So here it goes again...I put a backhoe implement on my Jinma & it seems back...
  76. M

    What is the difference between a Jinma 224 & 254

    I'm am looking to buy one of these tractors next year. I have heard the motor is basically the same but they "tune" them different. Is the physical size of the tractor the same? I have a Farm Pro...
  77. J

    jinma 224 tractor ty380 diesel

    Does anybody know the cross reference for a jx0707 oil filter for a jinma tractor. I know that nortrac and jepe tractors use the ty380 3 cylinder motor
  78. M

    3pt hoe plumbing question for jinma 224

    for a 3pt hoe that runs on the tractor hydraulics, wondering how to plumb it. The engine pump goes to a koyker 160 (not sure if there is a free outlet on the spool, looks like there is), then it...
  79. D

    Building A Jinma 224

    Greetings all, I'm new to the tractor bit, but have looked at several of the customizations and so forth on this list and have more ideas than time as to what to do with my new Jinma. I've...
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