Simplicity SIMPLICITYLEGACY Discussions

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    Simplicity Legacy XL

    Looking at a used (150 hours) tractor. It is 27HP diesel. 60" deck with FEL and 3-pt hitch. Wonder what the general thoughts are on this unit are. Really more tractor than I need but want the FEL...
  2. Hexa Fox

    Simplicity Legacy Tractor?

    Hello again guys, So I was hoping to start a conversation about this. I already did some reading and saw some mentions of this tractor line being recently discontinued by Simplicity. I can see...
  3. M

    Comparison JD X738 vs Simplicity Legacy XL

    I'm in the market to purchase a new tractor to replace my aging and underpowered JD L130. The L130 has done an adequate job with mowing my 1.5 acres of hilly property, but I have decided to...
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    Simplicity Legacy XL

    Haven't seen much about them in the last 2 or 3 years on here. Is there popularity fizzling out? L . B .
  5. mow4fun

    Kubota BX1860 cut quality vs Simplicity Legacy

    Hello all, new owner and waiting for delivery of a BX1860 with FEL and RB. It also will have the 54" Fine Cut deck and Mulching kit. I am very excited and can't wait to get it but there is one...
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    How about the Simplicity Legacy XL?

    I was looking at the Legacy XL the other day and it looks pretty good. I'm in the market for a subcompact, I looked at the Legacy XL, the Kubota BX2230 and have glossy-ware on the JD 2210 (just...
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    Simplicity Legacy w/25hp Kohler Command running really rich

    EDIT: Posted resolution at the end. One cylinder wasn't developing much power due to a bent intake valve pushrod and a bunch of unburned fuel was getting through that side. New cylinder head kit...
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    Simplicity Legacy Tractor

    How does the Simplicity Legacy Tractor compare to a John Deere Garden Tractor? Which model would it compare to? Is the Legacy higher quality than a Cub Cadet? Thanks Yooper Dave
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    Buying Advice Kubota BX vs. MF2400 vs. Simplicity Legacy XL

    I would like to get some feedback from everyone out there with experience with subcompact tractors. My "poor man" version of a JD lawn tractor (Scotts made by JD) conked out on me after the...
  10. B

    My Simplicity Legacy went on fire !!_ HELP!!

    So my wife called from our place up north- she took the legacy out for the first time this spring and said it went on fire around battery compartment- Any ideas as I am not up there- thks
  11. K

    Simplicity Legacy XL Hard Cab with Loader

    After a month in the garage, and numerous interuptions, it's finally done. Custom built from plans in my head and a height restriction of 75". Material cost $500., all from Menards except aux...
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    Simplicity Legacy (non-XL) attachments

    Hi all, New to the board - I recently bought a house with a 2-acre yard and a used Simplicity Legacy w/25hp Kohler and 60" deck to go with it. I'm looking for attachments, but the dealers aren't...
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    Simplicity Legacy model - is it a real tractor

    HI, Looking to buy my first tractor. I have had 3 Simplicity lawn tractors and loved them, especially the older ones with the wooden rollers. I am narrowed my search down to a Deere 2320 or a...
  14. M

    Simplicity Legacy tractor suitability

    I currently own a Simplicity Conquest garden tractor that is about 5 years old and am thinking of trading it in on a similiarly aged Simplicity Legacy because I feel I need a more rugged tractor...
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    Simplicity Legacy Front End Loader does not lift

    Bucket moves, but loader does not lift. Could it be the hydraulic valve assembly? Cost for a new one is $800+. Can I repair it? Joy stick moves side to side but not up/down.
  16. O

    simplicity legacy clutch

    is it possible to get pto clutch repaired? No ohms. but clutch still works till switch burns up. If not repair, is there a source beside dealer? They want 500-600 bucks.
  17. R

    Simplicity Legacy

    Hi guys! Does anyone have experience with the new Simplicity Legacy XL 24-hp B&S diesel? I'm thinking of buying one to use with a 4' pto-driven rotary brush cutter to mow trails through my 640 ac...
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    How to add rear hydraulics to 06 Simplicity legacy xl?

    in my signature, the tractor has a PTO and electric diverter switch to divert from the front loader hydraulics up/down motion to the rear PTO 3pt hitch up/down, but no rear hydraulic lines at all...
  19. K

    simplicity legacy year model ??

    I have a simplicity legacy lawn tractor model #1692872 ....can anyone tell me the model year of it ?? I think it's a 2003 or 2004......I thought someone might have a book to tell you the year by...
  20. S

    simplicity legacy snowplow or snowblower

    I have a 2006 simplicity legacy 4x4 and am looking at putting either a 60" snowplow or a 42" two-stage snowblower on it. Does anybody have recommendations? How does the legacy handle the blade? I...
  21. R

    Simplicity Legacy XL alternator

    Hi, My Simplicity Legacy XL B&S 27 HP diesel will not keep the battery charged. I have replaced the battery and alternator, but still will not stayed charged. I been living with keeping it on a...
  22. L

    Simplicity Legacy Value

    I have an opportunity to buy a 2003 model Simplicity Legacy, 25 HP hydro garden tractor. It comes with a 60" mower deck. I would like to get a ballpark value on this machine. When talking to...
  23. C

    Simplicity Legacy (not XL). $3,500 good price?

    Hi, I saw a Simplicity Legacy garden tractor at my local dealer the other day. It is NOT the XL model, just the regular Legacy. I didn't get a chance to talk to anyone about it for long but got...
  24. jdgreg

    Simplicity Legacy steering issue

    I've had my Legacy since '99, and it's been a great mower. But starting to notice the steering wasnt quite right when I turned full left. If felt like sometimes I could turn sharper than other...
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    Simplicity Legacy XL, 4x4

    My son has a Legacy with the B&S diesel in it. It runs fine, but about 3 months ago the power steering decided to stop working. The tractor will go forward and backward and the 3 point will work...
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    Simplicity Legacy 1997 steering problem

    I have a 1997 legacy with a Kohler 25hp engine and a 60 inch deck with tilt steering and about 1450 hours and have a lot of play in the steering wheel.There is about a total of 2 inches of a...
  27. M

    Simplicity Legacy/ MF 2925 Tranny Issue

    I have the Massey Fergusson 2925 version of the Simplicity Legacy. Been having problems with after driving forward and letting off of the forward pedal the tractor will jerk and continue moving...
  28. B

    Simplicity Legacy dies when engaging PTO

    Guys my Legacy keeps shutting down when engaging the PTO- If I run it for awhile then it works but never had to do this in the past- could idle speed be to low??- thks
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    Simplicity Legacy 25 60 inch 2005 488 hours?

    I have a chance to buy the above in nice condition for $3500. Is this a decent mower for 7 acres??? What should I look for??? It was kept indoors and mowed 4 acres since bought new in 06...
  30. jdgreg

    Simplicity Legacy - pull engine to pull starter?

    I need to replace the starter on my Kohler 25hp powered Simplicity Legacy. The bottom bolt is partially blocked by the frame rail so that nothing is able to get to it. Any alternates other than...
  31. B

    What tires should I get for my Simplicity Legacy Garden tractor?

    Have a 2001 Simplicity Legacy with the original tires which are now gone- what brand of tire do you rec. - For mowing around 2 acres of grass-thks so much-
  32. R

    2006 Simplicity Legacy XL lost power steering and loader functions/lift

    So the tractor with about 1000 hrs on it started being sluggish when cold lifting the bucket, so much to the point that i would sound like the pump is straining and like you're pumping gear oil...
  33. B

    Simplicity Legacy brake lock wont hold

    When I push brake all the way down and pull on the brake lock it just clicks and the brake goes back- any ideas on how to adjust- thks
  34. S

    Front tires on JD x5xx or Simplicity Legacy 4WD?

    I need a new front tire for my Kubota BX but I saw and for got to write down the brand and tire name that are on the new JD's X5xx garden tractors or the new Simplicity 4WD legacy tractors. These...
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    New owner of a 2005 simplicity legacy xl

    I’m buying my neighbors simplicity legacy xl diesel only has a little over 300 hours on it. I’ve been mowing their grass with my kubota f2690. Trying to find some info about all the filters it...
  36. R

    Simplicity Legacy XL 4x4 compact cost attachments?

    well ive been looking into a tractor for landscaping, back and forth of what i need/dont need what i want or would like to get. I know i like the 3720 JD mid sized but its $22k list plus...
  37. R

    simplicity legacy xl lawn tractor

    I have a 2005 simplicity legacy xl lawn tractor & had the front end loader loaded & bucket would not go up but would go down & the bucket would tilt slowly . I also lost power steering. I changed...
  38. W

    Price Check Simplicity legacy xl

    I've searched but to no avail. Are you able to get prices below msrp on the simplicity brand at all? Talked to a dealer a few months ago and everything was msrp,I like everyone else want to feel...
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    Simplicity Legacy wandering steering

    I have a '99 Legacy that wanders all over. I take pride in my stripes and when mowing it'll all of a sudden veer to the right or left a foot and you have to chase it back. the dealer (high...
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    Simplicity legacy 1997 Blade adjustments?

    I have a 1997 Legacy with a 60 inch deck.I have the operation manual and I'am confused about the blade height adjustments. The manual says to adjust the blades about 1/8 to 1/4 inch higher in the...
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    Buying Advice 2003 Simplicity Legacy with 60" deck

    I have an opportunity to buy a 2003 Simplicity Legacy with a 60" mowing deck for $4,000 with about 550 hours on it. The guy sounds like he took good care of it. Oil change every 100 hours and...
  42. T

    Simplicity Legacy takes 3-4 times turning key to start

    When I turn the key to start I get nothing Have to do this 3-4 times then she kicks on- Any ideas- Battery charged-thks
  43. J

    Simplicity Legacy Hydraulic Problems

    Hydraulic lift problems I am having with my Simplicity Legacy XL. A year ago this past spring I had finished tilling our garden and found that the tractor would not lift the tiller up. I...
  44. SnowedIn

    Mowing Simplicity Legacy XL review

    Some of you may remember my thread "tractor died, need to remarry. " Here is a follow-up regarding how my new Simplicity mows, etc. I have two acres of grass, mostly gently sloping with some...
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    Trouble attaching PTO for mower deck underneath on my Simplicity Legacy 27hp 4x4

    I have a 2006 Simplicity Legacy 27hp gas 4x4 w/54" mower deck that I removed to change the mower belt, then I replaced it under the tractor but now I am having trouble hooking up the drive shaft...
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    Simplicity Legacy 2000 Hydrostatic Charge Pump Seal

    Has anyone every change the Charge Pump Bearing and Seal on the hydrostatic pump? Does the engine or diff need to be pulled to remove the drive shaft? Thanks, Gene G1728l@Gmail.com Simplicity...
  47. S

    Snowblower for Simplicity Legacy XL

    My neighbor has a 2005 Simplicity XL Legacy small tractor. Nice little tractor. He is looking for a blower for it. He said a local dealer told him Simplicity only. This is a shaft drive blower...
  48. S

    3PT Hitch for 2006 Simplicity Legacy XL 2WD

    Hi :-) Great forum. I've been reading now and then and finally signed up :thumbsup: I really need a 3PT Hitch for my 2006 Simplicity Legacy XL 2WD 24,5HP I've been told that the new 4WD hitch...
  49. nathanshadow18

    Simplicity legacy 54 inch deck issue

    I’ve got a 2000 simplicity legacy diesel with a 54” deck. I broke the deck belt while I was mowing, so I went and got a belt, but it was 1 inch shorter. It worked good until the tensioner arm...
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    Lost power steering Simplicity Legacy XL

    New guy to the forum. I bought a used Legacy XL last summer (not sure on year but had ~350 hours on it). Was running great with no problems and I really liked the cut. Near the end of the...
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    Simplicity Legacy FEL work

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