While troubleshooting a loss of power/shutdown situation I decided to remove the fuel sediment bowl. Sure enough, the threaded part snapped leaving a part of it in the tank. There appears to be...

Good morning, I am new to this forum, I own a Jinma 284, we rebuilt the motor. Now the shifter became disengaged, (shifter flops around) it appears the attachment pin has broken. Can anyone give...

Need replacement front turf tires for Jinma 284 tractor. 26 x 7.5 -12. Anyone know where I can find 2 replacements. They have dry rotted badly and one

Hi all, long time member 1st time poster. I have a 2007 jinma 284 with a coolant leak. Noticed a leak coming from the water pump area. Thought it was the water pump leaking out the weep hole...

Hi all, I purchased my 284 new in 08. I have replaced the hydraulic pump once a few years ago. Trying to stop leak. Still leaked from same area. Seam around the pump and hose fitting that goes...

Hey all, First of all, sorry for the original post. Due to weather and health related issues it took me a while to get back to this project. For some unknown reason, I was convinced that the...

Hi all, I have a Jinma 284 chinese tractor and am having an issue with the relief valve. I was working on the hydraulics and removed the 4 bolts that hold the needle valve in on the bottom side...

The other day I felt a "pop" in the clutch pedal and suddenly I had practically no free play and had to return the flopping pedal manually. I slide under it and found the return spring broken...

Would like to upgrade the air filter box to a Donaldson for quality issues. Went to their site, confused. :oops: Has anyone done this and is happy with their selection or can point me to the...

2006 Jinma 284 with Y385 engine. All working fine on a rather warm day. Shut down for a cold drink and re-fuel. When started back up tach was dead. No flaky behavior prior to this, working one...

Hi have a jinma 284 with the engine y385. bucket and power steering not working check hydraulic fluid new to tractors please help

Hi all, A disclaimer - I'm not very mechanically inclined and would benefit from very explicit info for any feedback! I definitely have some fuel leak(s) going on with my Jinma 284. Hard to tell...

Does anyone know where I can obtain a service repair manual for the Jinma 284 with QC385 motor?

I believe they are the same tractor. I have hyd oil coming past the threads on the knob below seat. I think that is some sort of hyd control valve. Doent matter if it’s closed are open it still...

My tractor does a lot of stacking of stuff. Snow (most winters), manure and sometimes dirt or brush. Since I don't have a lot of area the piles need to go up rather than out. As the piles get...

I've been reading about the Jinma 4x4 issues while trying to understand what was happening to mine... the front and rear splines, balls, retainers and axle hubs were perfect, yet I was also...

The second fuel sender in less then 800 hours has failed. I think the first one lasted 300 hours and the replacement lasted maybe 100. I took the first one apart and in spite of it having...

Hello all! I recently bought a Jinma 284 with FEL and I've noticed the P.O. has completely removed the shuttle shift mechanism. The original shuttle shift lever was straightened and welded...

I bought a 2005 Jinma 284 with 212 hours on it about 4 years ago. I've been able to get it started twice since then about 2 years ago. So far I've replaced the starter, solenoid, ignition and I...

Can anyone tell me what the fluid specs are for a Jinma 284 tractor? It's been quite some time since I had any need for using my tractor and I'm sure many of you know what tricks the memory can...

Looking for some advice. I have a 2006 Jinma 284 with some hydraulic issues. The loader goes up very slowly unless you turn the steering wheel hard either way. I have recently changed the...

Hi everyone. My name is Leo and I live in the California Bay Area. I am putting together a jinma 284 basket case from a box of parts. The online parts diagrams are very helpful but don't show...

My Jinma is in the current state of disrepair shown in the picture. She runs fine, so I would like to now put her back together. I have all the parts, but unfortunately I do not remember how it...

Hi All Hoping one of you might be able to help me out. I have a 2008 Jinma 284 and pulled it out of the shed and the left rear wheel was locked up. Seemed fine when I parked it. Anyway managed to...

I have a 2004 Jinma 284 that will not go into 4wd. The lever will not move far enough to fall into the 4wd notch. It was always difficult to get in and out but now will not go in at all. Where...

Anyone out there know what the torque would be on a 2007 Jinma 284 with a y385 and copper washers? Pulled my old ones out to replace on a Saturday and now I don't know how tight to make them and...

Hello everyone. The problem I'm noticing this winter is that when I start the tractor when temperatures are cold (less than 40 degrees F), when it starts the idle is super low. Like so low that I...

I致e had this Jinma 284 for several years, although am still learning how to maintain and fix. The tractor is used to move material around, and plow (rear mounted blade) in the winter. I recently...

Hello everyone. I have had my 2003 Ironhorse 284 (Y385 engine) for almost 3 years now. It has 320-ish hours on it and all works pretty well. The problem I have had since last winter is starting in...

Have a 14 year old IHT(Jinma) 284 that has developed a loud rap in gear housing. Does it when at higher rpm痴 but not lower. Any info on where to look closer would be helpful.

I have a 2004 jm284 with a Y385 motor. The clutch is on its last leg. I researched and see a 8" & 9" clutch. Just trying to figure out which one I need. Also besides the clutch do I need anything...

having trouble with 1st and reverse gear on my tractor hard getting into gear and popping out of first my guess is a bad gear has anyone replaced the gears in transmission is it hard to do im...

The PTO on my JINMA 284 won't stop turning. I've the engage/disengage lever seems very sloppy so I assume that this is a PTO clutch adjustment issue. Does anybody have any suggestions for how to...

First Posting from NewBee.... I need to remove the 4x4 driveshaft from my Jinma to replace Oil Pump (with zero pressure!). I have searched the web for the best way to do that. Some folks say push...

Hello All, I'm looking for some help troubleshooting transmission/4WD/powertrain issues with my Jinma 284. First a little background. A couple years back, I had the right front wheel separate at...

Ok 2nd question. 2004 JM284 y385 motor, cranks and starts right up, but has no electric to anything else, no lights, gauges anything. I checked the regular fuses and all are fine. Used a light...

Hello all. Am new here, 1st post. I have a Jinma 284 that I just purchased a few weeks ago. I got it cheap knowing it had some issues. The main issue is the 3 point hitch slowly goes down on its...

G'mornin', I pulled the brakes and housing off the right side because they were binding because of the wishbone connections inside. Pulled the left to find it full of 80/90 from a failed...

My Jinma 284 has had starter problems for nearly a year. There are nearly 700 trouble free hours on the machine and the starter was original. Battery is new. Even when hot, the only way I could...

I put a new clutch assembly in this tractor about 4 years ago. Last year the PTO started scrubbing when you would engage it. I never used it that so it was not a big problem. I started having...

Anyone know how to remove the front 4wd coupling on a Jinma 284? I drove out the roll pin and assumed it was a "slip fit", but I have tried to aggressively tap it off and no joy. Is this a press...

I have a Jinma 284 that I use to do property maintenance (run a brush hog, box loader, etc.) Yesterday I hooked up a used (older) 3-pt post hole digger/auger for the first time since I picked it...

Still troubleshooting the fuel system problem with my 284. Is it possible for the fuel system primer to get clogged up with gunk like the sediment bowl filter and the screened filter in the banjo...

Tried to fire up my Jinma 284 this week to get ready for the snowy season but the old gal failed to start. She fired off once and ran smooth for a few seconds then started sputtering. Smoothed...

After many years since purchasing.getting it shipped,assembling and just having an enjoyable time with my tractor age (mine) and lack of use tells me it's time to put it up for sale.Anyone know of...

Hey group, Please relieve some of my "freak out." I just bought a used Jinma 283 le today and the backhoe hydraulics are causing me to have a mini stroke. I picked up the tractor and the back hoe...

Hi guys. I'm a new member looking for info on my Jinma 284. Specifically looking for a diagram that shows which wires go to the posts on a new key switch.

I recently purchased a Jinma 284. The person I bought it from purchased it new in 2010 and the tractor only has 31 hours. It has a claw bucket and backhoe attachment (not visible in my pic). It...

Looking for someone who has suggestions on how to do this as I do not want to reinvent the wheel. Would like to move the airbox closer to the manifold under the hood, away from the radiator and...

After finding out all the things to do and not to do for a Jinma 284 splitting and clutch replacement, attached is a full procedure that I wrote which should save anyone else going through this a...

Hey, does anyone out there have the procedure to remove the gear from the pump so that I can remove it?

Does anyone have any experience in doing this. I have everything loose on the pump side but the gears on the timing side are still in tact. Therefore, I can't pull out the pump. Please help.

Seen a lot of great answers to many questions on here and was hoping someone could help me with mine. I have a 2004 Jinma Worktrac 284, recently im getting a lot of oil blowing out of the...

I have a Jinma 284. When you turn the wheel to the left or right the wheel keeps turning and never stops. If you are moving and trying to turn the wheels will turn but go back to straight if you...

Does anyone know what normal operating pressures on the oil pump is supposed to be? I recently had to replace my oil pump on my Jinma 284 with the Y385 engine, man what a booger it was too. Anyway...

Hello everyone. I just joined yesterday and this is my first post. I have owned this Jinma 284 for about five years now after buying it used and in pretty rough condition. Except for being awfully...

Hello everyone. I just joined yesterday and this is my first post. I have owned this Jinma 284 for about five years now after buying it used and in pretty rough condition. Except for being...

Hey everyone, I pickup my new (used) Jinma 284, 28HP this coming week. Its got the TZ03D loader. I've found a backhoe for it and just wanted to make sure if it would definitely fit my tractor...

I've been all over the net trying to figure this one out on my own and just seem to have something different. I started at circle g website and looked at every clutch assembly listed and mine...

Has anyone replaced the poorly-built Jinma loader valve with a "Brand Hydraulic Loader Directional Control Valve LV22RFSTKAB" [about $210 on Ebay]? If so, any issues? What about fittings; the...

Metric bolt vibrated out of spacer on alternator,looks like a M8 but dont know the length.Anyone know the len. you should be able to get this bolt at hardware store if you know len. right Thanks...

I have two 3-point piston seal kits that I purchased from China. Both have more o-rings in the kit then I see installed on my tractor. Both have different sized o-rings that what is listed in the...

Hi Everyone, I have a Jinma 284 tractor. I have the transmission top cover and Hydraulic top cover (under the seat) off and drained in order to rebuild the piston seals on the 3-point. The kit...

Clutch replacement Jinma 284 ... any info appreciated "How To" video or instruction Well, my tractor needs a clutch, it has just gone passed the point of adjustments... I have a mechanic to do...

I just bought a 2007 Jinma 284 with 35 hours on it. I'm having trouble with the differential lock not disengaging, anyone know anything about this? Also after I've been operating it for maybe an...

Recently it has become very hard to make right turns. If I forced the wheel it would eventually make the turn but now there is almost no right turn action. Left works fine, all the other...

hi guys, the main leaver on pto not working,not sure if the big spring is the problem,the leaver that operates the speed use that to turn off,but pto keeps going if nothing attached, put new check...

Clutch is catching high, the tractor is barely moving, intermittently crawls, .... mostly, it will not move at all, engine still running and in gear. Has anyone ever had this and does it sound...

Bearings and seal out on my Jinma 284 TY385 Water Pump. Heavy duty water pump, but I can't figure out how to get to the bearings. Seems a shame to dump and spend $180 for a new pump when it's...

Hi all Does anyone know where I can get hold of a hydraulic steering pump diagram from? I have taken it to bits to clean it and change the bearings in it as they had collapsed and I want to make...

My Jinma 284 has started blowing oil out of the Oil Filler Plug under my seat. I thought that i had overfilled the tank and blown some kinda safety plug, but after buggin Thomas at Affordable...

I don't have any front wheel drive, I haven't checked it out at all, there doesn't appear to be any unusual noise. Is there a shear pin somewhere? Where should I start looking? Thanks

Hey guys, just a quick question. I recently replaced the water pump on my 2007 Jinma 284 with the Y385 engine at 759 hours and a cost of over $200.00 with shipping. Today I took the leaking...

I need Parts and can't tell if I have a LL380 or A KM385? The Metal Tag on the engine Says LaiDong 7SHLL1.53LDE AND L70631646B ANY IDEAS? Jinmajk

The hydraulic pump on my Jinma 284 is held to the drive assembly (which is bolted to the back of the timing cover) by two bolts. The pump has snapped the lower of the two bolts twice in the past...

After seeing zero oil pressure on the gauge, I just installed a new oil pressure sender to no avail. To do a double check, I took the new sender off and left it off while starting the engine and...

My First Post Have been learning a lot from other posts. I messed up let engine oil run low seizing to piston bearings. Pulled engine cleaned aluminiun from bearings with muric acid Looks pretty...

I have a Jinma 284 we recently had to replace the engine after getting it all back together the loader will not raise without lifting the bucket by hand to assist it. The bucket will pivot. Prior...

Changed the oil and filter on my 05 284 and put in the 6 qts as I have done for the past 10 years. Maybe I made a mistake, but my dipstick is reading over full after letting it run for two...

Haven't used the tractor in a few months. After cranking it I pushed in the clutch to put it in gear , wouldn't go in gear just grinding. Clutch was stuck. Cranked it in gear and worked the...

I recently bought a used 284 with about 230 hours on it. I was using the backhoe in the yard today, and decided to take a break, drove over to the shop, shut down, got some coffee. I had decided...

Hi folks. I've had a slight issue with my 3PH control valve lately. This is the control valve on the RH side of the seat that lowers/lifts the 3 pt. hitch. When I actuate the valve to lift the...

Hi. I have a 2005 Jinma 284, and I'm planning on full fluid change tomorrow. I've never changed a filter on a diesel motor before. Anything special I need to do? Should I fill the new filter...

Hello, need help. I parked my Jinma, two, three weeks ago and went to start it today and it won't start. I had left the kill switch pulled out, I pushed it back in, I plugged it for at least 1/2...

Does anyone know what type of anti-freeze is used in the Jinma 284? I have a manual that says to use regular 50/50 coolant. But I'm hearing about diesel anti-Freeze. The difference is whether...

Hi Folks. Does anyone have accurate info on the filter types (NAPA, WIX, etc.), fluids (weights, etc.) and plugs that a 2008 Jinma 284 tractor with a front loader uses/requires. I getting ready...

OK, my first post here. Can anyone tell me or send a picture of where the voltage regulator is on this 2008 Jinma 284. I have a charging problem with it. I have a battery idiot light on it and...

I'm in the process of replacing the front hub seals and researched everywhere to learn how to do it. The first hub came off with no problem and I did my best to clean off all the grit before...

I picked up one of the vacuum oil evacuators to use on my VW Passat TDI, my Jinma 284, Saab, and other machines. There are plenty of videos for the VW diesel so I knew in advance that I could...

Hi All, i just purchased my first tractor ( Jinma 284, Koykey 160 Fel )for a discount price that from a guy who didn't want to put a new starter in it. When i got the starter in i was surprised...

Just a simple problem, but I just thought that I would ask here before acting and then perhaps have to do it again. My OE loader joystick controller box has a leak from where the front most...

Hi I'd like to find out if anyone knows the size and where to get chains for my rear lug tires. I'm thinking I'd like a set for winter plowing. I see some posts here for the turf style tires...

Hello again! I have been trying to get some of the electrical things working again on my tractor and step #1 for me was to check all the fuses. Well, they all look good but when I started looking...

Hi folks I have a 2005 Jinma 284, and I'd like to get a spare key made for it. I have the orignal key, but really want a spare. I've searched around town at the local shops and no one seems to...

Looking for a subframe to mount a LITW (Sewoong) BH6600/BH7600 backhoe on a Jinma 284 tractor with ZL-20 loader. If you have one or know where I can get one, please respond to this message or send...

Hi all I know I've seen this topic discussed before, and I tried searching. So forgive me if this is a repetitive question. On the era rod the tractor, just left of the hydraulic fill hole/...

My lower radiator hose sprang a leak this weekend. Top hose looks fine. I've searched around the forum here for a cross reference # to buy one locally at an auto parts store. The only thing I...

Hi Originally posted this in the general troubleshooting forum. Figured I'd repost here to see if I get more specific replies... I recently took possession of a 2005 Jinma 285 w/ FEL. It came...

Hi I recently took possession of a 2005 Jinma 285 w/ FEL. It came with a piece of property I recently purchased. When handing it over, the previous owner indicated that the rear 3 pt. lift...

Hey guys, I have a Jinma 284 (I believe a 2007) with a FEL. I have read quite a bit about the seals for the power steering hydraulics being a common problem for these tractors. My question is...

Well its been a good run. I bought her brand new on July 3rd 2003 and have used and abused her at times. I would buy the same or maybe a 35 HP Jinma if I were to do it again. Here's the package...

Hi Just purchased a 284 Jinma and am trying to get it running well. Currently got the 3pt lift working and fixed a suction leak. All is working but appears that the pump(?) is not producing a...

So I have acquired this weird knocking noise, it is not all the time and there is no real time when it does it, so it does it at full throttle sometimes and other times its at idle, this is where...

Hello all I recently purchased a 2007 Jinma 284, I am not to familiar with this tractor so I have a couple of questions, maybe someone out there can guide me in the right direction A couple of...

Looking to get into baling hay, i have about 4 acres on very flat river bottom ground. Want to do square bales, any suggestions on what the tractor will be able to handle?

Hello to all.. I just replaced a defunct Jinma alternator with a delco 10 si.. am experiencing a lot of frustration so far.. had to drain and remove the radiator to remove the existing...

Hi, I recently done maintenance on my Jinma 284 tractor and I change the gear oil in front axle and transmission. My question is : do I have to change oil in rear axle gear or it is done within...

Hi, My Jinma 284 tractor was A-1 yesterday. Today, I've done a 250 hours maintenance (changing oil & filter; gear oil, prestone, injector oil & air filter cleaning). After that, when I try to...

Hi folks. For the past week I have been cutting hay with my 2004 Jinma 284 with Y385 engine just in mornings and evenings. For four days the engine has been running at 80 degrees until last...

My jinma fires up with a jump start, however battery light stays on unless 3/4 - full throttle. Voltage Regulator? Battery? Alternator? or Key Switch. Changed the cables. Any help...

I know that I have dirty fuel so please no admonishion on that. But it is a real pain cleaning the 4 strainer screens before the fuel gets to the pump and filter. I am considering pulling them...

Hi all. Let me see if i can fully explain everything that is happening. Was using tractor with FEL to move some dirt around, and noticed that the steering wasn't as sensitive as usual. Checked...

No matter how I adjust my cable it seems I can only get forward or reverse without several tries and some scrubbing .I can finally get it in gear but you have to push it hard. It will go in one...

Hello Folks, Having a problem, sometimes the dash will light up gauges work but when I go to start it goes dead gauges/dash goes dead and no turn over, nothing. Figure it is a short but not sure...

I'm new to this forum and a new (first time) tractor owner. I've just taken delivery of a 2012 Jinma 284 w/aftermarket FEL. According to the hour meter, the engine literally has less than 1 hour...

Ok here is the story... Back in October my tractor was leaking coolant from the water pump, wasn't sure if I would find a bad bearing or seal so I ordered new ones from Tommy at Affordable...

Hi guys, I was cleaning snow and making big pile of snow, then I noticed the left steering knuckle arm was broken because I wasnt able to steer (the top part had mostly popped out of its...

I currently use a FEL and a rear blade for my snow clearing, and have found I don't care for the krick I keep getting in my neck when blading snow around. I found a picture of this rig and wonder...

Tractor newbie here. Considering 2004 Jinma 284 4X4 w/FEL. Any big problems with these tractors to be worried about? Thanks for any advice.

Has anyone ever retrofitted the loader for plowing snow? Is the a snowplow attachment avaialbe for my Jinma 284?

Well, I am really loving my pre-loved Jinma 284. However I would love it more if I could tell what the temp , oil pressure, RPM and if my lights are on. I do have the AMP meter working to a...

Hello, Just wonder if someone could point me in the right direction. I just bought a 2005 Jinma 284 with the intregrated cluster panel. I can only get the tail / marker lights to come on. I...

A gentleman down the road is wanting to sell me his Jinma 284, I know nothing about these tractors, it looks and runs good, has less than a hundred hours, it is a 4 wheel dr, power steering, the...

I have owned this tractor for quite a while but don't know much about tractors. I just read 'Won't stay up' post by Licking and the answers he got answered my question but he had a different brand...

I am a new tractor owner with a 2007 Jinma 284 4WD with 481 hours. This tractor seems to be a little too complicated for this newbie and the owners manual is useless. Does anyone have any idea...

This is my first time buying a compact tractor, and wondering if I'm getting a good deal. The tractor is a 2000 with 300 hours on it. Its a Jinma 284 with a Koyker 160 loader. For just the tractor...

I have a Jinma 284 that Jumps out of hi-lo range, the shifter near the front top of the reansmission, can anyone give me an idea what to do to fix this short of tieing it in gear, especially bad...

I am replacing the steering cylinder on my 284. Removed the old cylinder and took off the jam nut and end piece, intending to move them to the new cylinder. Then I tried to manually pull out the...

Greetings, I am a new member and am disappointed and somewhat intimidated to find that I have to split my Jinma 284. I have a severe engine oil leak coming out under the bell housing. It seems...

Is it just my bad luck or are all Jinma starters a problem. I have had to replace/rebuild the starter twice on my Jinma 284. Both times it was due to water leakage (ie rain) inside the case...

I have jima 284 / post hole digger and fel. while digging a post hole the downwood feed on the three point hitch stopped working , can someone point me in the right direction of what to check. thanks

I have two other threads on this one but they are related to self import and hose connection problems. These threads are...

I recently obtained a Jinma 284 with about 600 hrs. The previous owner said that they had just put a clutch in it. The tractor drives fine but the PTO is not working properly. When engaged in...

In the 3 years I've owned my 284, I've manged to braek both front axles. Now I realize I shouldn't use 4 wheel drive unless it's absolutely required. The latest issue is for the front right axle...

Hello, New to the site and appreciate all of the knowlege.

I was uning my Jinam 284. I changed it from 4wd to 2wd. Everything was working properly. Now I can't get it to go into 2wd or 4wd. Any ideas on what I can do to get it in gear?

I was using my Jinma 284. I switched from 4wd to 2wd. Everything seemed to be working fine. Now I can't get it to go into 2wd or 4wd. Can someone tell me what to check to get it to go in gear?

Tractor: Jinma 284 (2005) with FEL & 3-point hitch. I have a brush hog on the 3PH. Typically, I need to have the tractor running a good 20-30 minutes before the 3-point hitch can be lifted. The...

Hi all took delivery of a 6 yr old Jinma 284 with 37 hrs on the dial. Goes well but I bought a new Howard Nugget 54'' slasher and I think it's too big! My pto clutch won't turn it anymore? Where...

Anyone ever taken one apart? Parts manual does not show internals. I noticed mine leaking several days ago (Around the collar threads, not the rod) and after pulling it off the tractor, thought...

I finally fixed all of the other issues I had with this tractor, but When I started cutting grass today the temp would slowly creep up until it would get close to the red mark and I shut it off...

In troubleshooting my tach failure (bad sensor, only putting out .5V signal instead of the nearly 5V signal the tach needs to operate) I pulled my cowling and also did some wire cleanup. This...

My Jinma 284 (2007) lost all it's electrical functions. No lights, no tack or gages, no response from the ignition switch. I can start it by jumping the starter poles. Does this sound like a bad...

This is really more of a backhoe/hydraulic question, but the BH is on a Jinma 284. Where in the circuit would I plumb a pressure gauge to test the pressure relief setting on the BH? My set up...

Hi, I have a 284 this is the 3rd year for it, it works great. I did have to put a block heater in it (the inline type) as some doughnut eating pencil pusher :confused: decided that it would be a...

need info on trans repair no forward gear reverse ok suspect internal shift fork. disconnected cable( shifted trans control arm manually) still no forward gear

Hi Gents, I'm new here, just bought a clean one owner 2004 Jinma, seems to run good but, just bought a lands pride RBT 1572 rear blade. Problem is I can't get the 3 point to lower, if the lever is...

I have a Jinma 284 (Agtraxx). Both the 3PH and the front end loader leak down, with or without load, with the engine running or killed. I just bought this tractor and I believe it is around a...

How do you start a Jinma 284 after I was dumb enough to run out of diesel? Also, how do you get the 4wd to work? I've tried the level but nothing happens.

Hello, Once again my ignition switch does not work. It has self-healed in the past but now, nothing. It's getting annoying starting it with a screwdriver. Is there a swap in ign switch from...

I have a Jinma 284 that fires while it is being cranked but won't keep running. I have just reassembled the engine after replacing the head gasket and the freeze plugs under the valve lifter...

Anyone know what pipe size of the tank outlet fitting that connects to the fuel bowl. Mine uses the locking nut style fuel bowl and is currently in service. I'm considering repiping a different...

I searched this site before I performed my own troubeshooting using the recommendations made by others for similar problem. This is a 2007 Jinma 284 with 9 hours. Hasn't had much use as you can...

I have a Jinma 284 that wont roll in Rabbit drive but will roll in Turtle. I am wondering is this a clutch problem or a transmission problem? Any input would help. Thanks

I have a Jinma 284 that will roll in the turtle gears but not in the rabbit gears. Any suggestions, is it the clutch or the transmission? Any help or suggestions would be appericiated. I am just a...

I have a 2002 Jinma 284 and need a injector pump and can not find my engine manual. Bock casting is Y385, can anyone tell me what is the correct part # for the injector pump (Y385T-6-10100) 31329 ?

Hi all - I recently changed my hydraulic oil on my 284, and bypassed the FEL via the quick-connects to help prime the pump. At this point my brush hog moved up & down easily on the rear hitch and...

I hope someone can help me with my 2006 Jinma 284 that has been overheating. I have replaced the thermostat, I have also taken the radiator to a radiator shop and had it cleaned inside and out...

This mode is for a 2008 Jinma 284 with shuttle shift I don't know about you, but I keep forgetting that my 4wd is engaged. I also leave my ignition key on. So I came up with two idiot lights...

I had some more fun with the Jinma this weekend. Promptly after I fixed the IP, the ignition began going dead, INTERMITTENTLY. I noticed some moisture on the key (we had a rain/snow storm the...

In the process of bringing my new/used tractor up to speed with it's maintenance I decided to change out the transmission oil only to discover that it's a light creamy color. I'm concerned this...

Hi all, I believe the temperature plug on my 2004 Jinma 284LE with Y385 engine, went south on me last week. As soon as I start the tractor, the temperature gauge rises all the way to hot (sweeps...

Hello, I searched the archives but couldn't find an answer to my problem. I have only had my tractor 5 weeks, it has 20 hours on it. Yesterday when I tried to start it, the starter would only...

First post but have read off and on for last year. Am about to pull the trigger on a 284 w/ loader, assembled and delivered for $10K. I am replacing my old massey that broke an axle this week...

To make a long story short, I busted the 4wd on Loretta's 284. Ever since reading about how careful to be ... not using 4wd when using the loader for example, we have been using it sparingly and...

I made a new post because I thought maybe people thought I was listing cross references but I have a problem. I found these cross reference numbers on a couple of different sites. Oil Filter -...

I found these cross reference numbers on a couple of different sites. Oil Filter - NAPA 1516 Fuel Filter - NAPA 3195 Air Filter - NAPA 2276 I was changing oil and the filter doesn't fit. I went...

The tach on my 284 up and quit a while ago and I am finally getting around to fixing it. I checked the sending unit and it generates approximately 4.5 to 5 volts AC at idle and increases as RPM's...

I am sorry if I missed my answer in a previous post, but I tried to search and couldn't find anything in the forums. I was using my Jinma 284 this evening when all of a sudden, it slowed down and...

Hi everybody, back to pick your brains again. Lately, when I go out to start my tractor, there's not enough juice left in the battery to start. Bought a new battery, still same problem. The...

Hi, this is my first time on the forum. I recently purchased a used Jinma 284, but didn't receive a manual with it. Could someone get me started here, such as a good parts source for this tractor...

I have read of a number of things that will cause a tractor to overheat. I have personally experienced a radiator blocked with weed seed and trash, and I blew two head gaskets before I realized...

i have a 2005 284 with almost 300 hours. tonight using it, i noticed that when turning right, it would go to full stop in one turn of the wheel from straight, and turning left it takes two and...

When attaching a frame mount backhoe, what is the correct way to attach the backhoe frame at the rear of the tractor? It looks like the two backhoe brackets slip over the two large lower three...

I have an 06' w/20 hours on it, so I know it's not worn-out yet :+)) The other day I was using it, pulled the left hand lever back to put the machine in reverse and I had nothing. I then pushed...

No big deal...just sharing... Just to let you know, the PTO clutch on Loretta''s 284 Jinma was sticking. We were using the post hole digger. Sometimes pressing the clutch pedal in all the would...

I am going to look at a Jinma 284 tomorrow. Don't know many details about it, like if it's shuttle shift but I believe it is a 2005 model and they say it shows 175hrs on a working tach and is...

I'm getting close to buying a Jinma 284 for maintenance of my 4 acres, including a 400' gravel drive. We'll be scrapping an old Nissan Pathfinder that has a Meyer plow I bought new and only used...

I have a Jinma 284 with a new injection pump, I am trying to time it but there are no marks on flywheel or timing gears, somebody please help :) Andy

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Howdy Folks, :) I push the clutch pedal down, tranny in neutral, turn ignition key to (H) glow plugs heat up 20 seconds, turn the key farther clockwise to (ST) Start---she does Nothing. I...

My 284 does not have any rear quick connects. It does have a pair on the side of the engine leading to the pump. It also has the priority diverter valve. My new log splitter has two quick connects...

I have a 05 jinma 284 that i just put back together for the 2nd time, different story.The tractor will crank right for about three or four turns then start to turning like the battery is dead.wait...

I know there are many threads about setting the valve lash and torquing the head bolts by now, but this one is for Loretta's 2008 Jinma 284 with the QC395T EPA conforming engine. Loretta helped...

I have a Work Trac 284 (Jinma 284). I have had this tractor about a year and a half. It is a great tractor in the summer but once the temperature dips into the 40's at night, it is very...

I've got a problem with how little Loretta's Jinma284 bucket curls. When she scoops up dirt or material, a lot of it tends to fall out of her bucket because the bucket does not curl back far...

Loretta finally got around to changing her injector pump oil on her 2008 Jinma 284. It is a good thing to check it frequently and change it once a year or sooner if you wish. Keeps your injector...

Hi there i have a 284 with a 4 in 1 fel and a backhoe on the back with a kind of clicking noise in the front wheels. did have a proble with it not going into 4wd but have adjusted the clutch and...

My Jinma 284, which now has over 100 hours on it, has a couple issues. When I feed the chipper and load down the engine, I get puffs of blue smoke. But this only seems to happen 50 percent of...

I am fitting a new Jinma loader to my 284. Where are the hydraulic hoses meant to be plugged in? The hoses on the FEL are too short to reach back to the rear of the tractor.

Hello Fellows: Just wondering if any of you guys can give this old dog a new trick or two, by explaining "How to Hookup a Box Blade" to ones "28 Hp Unit (Jinma, or others sim.)? I've just...

I haven't split the tractor yet but the cross shaft is moving fine and there is no pressure on the pedal so I assume the pin holding the fork to the shaft fell out or broke. 320 hours on the...

Yesterday, I experienced a complete hydraulics failure -- fel, 3pt, steering. I was doing some light brush hogging (2200 rpm), going downhill, not using any hydraulics, when suddenly the engine...

I checked back through the old post and found one on page 30 pertaining to replacement tail light bulbs for a 284LE. Are all of the tail light assemblies the same on 284(s) built in 2005(LE vs...

Hi all, My second post about Jinma transmissions - apologies for obsessing.... A big chunk of my tractor time will be spent mowing my 5.5 acre property, and the rest will be doing FEL and other...

Hi all, I'm seriously considering a Jinma 284 with shuttle shift for mowing, FEL work, and general project work on my 5.5 acres. I'm a bit confused about how the Jimna shuttle shift works, so...

My tractor used to lift itself using the front end loader at idle. It got where I had to up the RPM's to get it to lift. I replaced the pump and it is no better. Help please

I am currently in the process of draining and refilling all the fluids for the first time on my jinma 284. for draining I have found all the drains but am not sure when the filling port for the...

I'm trying to diagnose the following symptoms. The power steering will work to the left but not to the right. When I try to use the front end loader, it kills the engine. I took the bypass hose...

I am trying to help my buddy get his new Jinma 284 FEL working and we are having a problem. When we can get the loader to move any one direction the second we move the valve and anyther direction...

I would like to install an electric winch on my Jinma 284. Any suggestions - it looks like if I installed the winch on the front it would get in the way of the FEL.

Have been having a very difficult time starting my Jima 284. The dealer suggests a block heater made by Temro at 800 watts. Any suggestions or input?? Thanks

I am new to the small tractor scene. Would anyone buy this brand over another brand? Also I have been told that the metal is very weak, that was told to me about six years ago. I wonder if that...

I was having battery problems about 6 months ago. I replaced the original battery which was about a year old. The new battery worked fine for a few months but now it is dead every time I use it...

Last weekend I completed a crate 284 to a rolling tractor and drove it off the trailer and around the yard for about ten minutes. The tractor ran well. Attempted to start the tractor the following...

My oil pressure gage has always read high (pinned) with engine running. I just found an oil pressure adjustment located on the oil filter housing and instructions in the manual. Instructions are...

I was using my Jinma 284. It died and when I tried to restart the battery seemed to be dead. I jumped the battery from my pickup and the tractor ran fine. I tried to start it the next day and...

I've just fitted an LW-6 to my new Jinma 284. I got all the air out of the system and all the rams are operating, but oil is not returning from the backhoe tank to the tractor. Also, I can only...

Hello - New to the forum. My 284LE overheats when I am brushcutting. I run it in 2nd gear. The main issue seems to be the radiator getting grass seeds plugged in it. Also the hood seems to keep...

Caution! DO NOT USE the knob/valve in front of the seat to regulate 3PH raise/lower speed untill you have examined it throughly and checked that the saftey/bypass valve on the 3PH control valve...

Have option of 284LE or 224. Does anyone have an opinion if 284 is worth $1800 more than standard 224. 284 is LE with shuttle shift and factory Jinma loader. 224 is older style with Koyker 140.

Hi All! I'm a proud owner of a Jinma 284 Fel and Backhoe for a year now, ( Lovin It ) Trying to find a Fel Grapple Thumb on the Net with little luck. Has anyone completed research or have any ideas?

Hi, I have a Jinma 284 with the front end loader attached. I have fluid spraying on my right leg (by the gas pedal) sometimes and it seems to be getting worse. I cannot track down where it...

Hi, I have a new Jinma 284 LE that I assembled from the crate. I have been hearing all this stuff about glow plugs and everything but I dont know what it is... Would this of been already assembled...

Hi, I just got my crate tractor in the other day. I have it on the wheels and was trying to push it in the garage over the weekend but the back left wheel (as your sitting on the tractor) is stuck...

Need to replace the brake light bulb on my jinma 284le. The number on the original bulb is 12V/21/5W. No luck with finding a replacement at Auto Supermarket, Auto Zone or Wal Mart here in...

Hello All, I live in Northern Virginia, have 10 acres of rolling hill. 8 of the acres are virgin woods which I am trying to thin and clear deadfall. I already have an old Ferguson TO20, which I...

Does anyone know where I can obtain operating and parts manuals for the Jinma 284? The ones that the dealer gave me are for earlier model Jinma's up to the 254. I'm not having any problems with...

I recently purchased Jinma 284 tractor, first time tractor user. While checking the tractor out, I noticed that the 10 amp preheater fuse was blown. I replaced it with a spare fuse and it blew...

Just got my new Jinma 284 and already have a problem. I have used the tractor for 10 hours. Engine stopped and would not restart. Seemed like a fuel problem. I noticed that diesel was leaking...

Just bought a 284 last week. What hydraulic, and gear oils are you guys using. I was told buy the dealer that he used 15W40 all around. That sounded o.k. for the engine, but not the trans nor the...

I have been looking at the Jinma line of tractor for the past several months and plan to take a much closer look this weekend. The one common question that the sellers of this tractor in my area...

Here's a pic of my dads 284(with the cub 129 I'm restoring) Notice the three point hitch that my dad and i made.