I can jump across the solenoid and it runs, I have change the ECM and solenoid. I have check the key switch, seat, brake safety switch and PTO switch all have checked ok. When I running blades do...

i have a jd x304 2015 problem is after leveling deck at all 3 points to 2 1/2 in my right side of deck scalp wheel is touching the ground i leveled the deck with scalp wheels off, the left side...

Friends, My X304 was a bit slow so I adjusted the pedals to give additional vertical movement (video link below). While the adjustment worked great and gives more speed in forward and reverse...

So my X304 is making a terrible squealing noise up front in the area of the driveshaft and PTO clutch. Strangely, it only happens when the PTO is NOT engaged. It is perfectly silent whenever the...

Friends, I have an X304 with a missing grease zerk (see pic/diagram with red circle). I purchased a replacement grease zerk from JD but it's threaded and does not seat. So, I called JD parts...

So I'm still looking for a decent mower, the 425 I was looking at seemed too much of a gamble , so I have 2 different ones I'm looking at. A GT225 with a bagger for $1700 (waiting to hear what...

Hi- First post on here although I have lurked for some time. I would appreciate any help folks might give. I have a JD x304 (2010) and the traction drive belt along with an idler / tension pulley...

Hi Guys, First post here and looking for some feedback. I have been lurking and reading for awhile. I am a first time buyer for a rider. Been walking behind my self propelled Honda for the last...

Some physical problems mean switching from walk-behinds, for lawn and snow, to a rider. The x304 appealed because of the tight turn radius, but I question its use with a front blower. First, can...

I'm brand new, so haven't been too involved with the site, but did find my x304 tranny rebuild site here. So I've rebuilt it, and it is doing fine so far (with only about 6 hours on it) but had a...

Greeting all! I just became the proud new owner of my first JD, an X304. It's a 2009, 42" deck w/mulching kit installed, came with the bagging system, only 200 hrs and the best part is what I...

I bought a set of hi lift mower blades from John deere dealer for my x300r and I found out that this uses a specific set of blades where one is a left and one is a right. The set I was given by...

Need help deciding between x304 or x310. Its a smaller yard have 4 trees to mow around one bush and some land scapping of which some is straight edged and some curved. Previous owner said he took...

Any ideas as where I may find a rear bagger for my new JD X304? I just can't spend the $1000, the dealer wants. No, I have not even used it yet, they just dropped it off at my home. They even put...

Hi, I live in Indiana and am looking to replace my aging 175 hydro - 38 inch deck and rear bagger with something like the x304. I have a sloping 1 acre lot with probably some 15% grades. Also a...

Hi Folks, I have John Deere X304 tractor with about 200 hours on it. I had problems with the tractor starting so I purchased a new battery a few days ago. Everything worked fine and I was able...

I have recently purchased a 2008 Deere X304 4WS model that was used commercially with 1557 hours use. Needless to say, the K46 is toast, only will pull for five minutes and groaned loudly. I...

First post, so sorry if I jump in with a technical question that I can't find the answer to anywhere. I purchased a 2008 X304 for dirt cheap that has been used commercially and had about 1600...

My John Deere X304 won't idle down when I bring the throttle down, any suggestions

Hi everyone, I'm having another issue with mower and was hoping for some advice. I just replaced the pto on my mower and now it doesn't run well at all. It idled rough before I replaced the pto...

Hey there, New to the forum and this is also my first Deere product and first tractor. I just purchased a 2007 X304 (with bagger) from the original owner. 48 hours on it! Paid $2300. Told my...

Hi, I'm a newbie to riding mowers so I'm just trying to figure out what to get. I have .5 acres with small hills/slopes and right now takes me 2.5-3 hours to mow with a 22" mower. I'm looking to...

Hi, I'm a newbie to riding mowers so I'm just trying to figure out what to get. I have .5 acres with small hills/slopes and right now takes me 2.5-3 hours to mow with a 22" mower. I'm looking...

I purchased this used 2007 x304 a year ago and the guy that owned it before me didn't use it much but when he did he appeared to have hit plenty of stones, and never once (or so it appeared) clean...

I've narrowed my search down to the above tractors. I believe all would do the job I have of about 1.2-2 acres of bermuda grass with a few trees, obstacles. I would like the better powered one...

I am in need of purchasing a new Tractor as my 8 year old Craftsman LT 1000 is becoming too problematic (as soon as I finish fixing one thing something new happens). I suppose in all fairness...

I hope this is the correct forum for this. I have a 2008 JD X304 with about 55 hours on it. Includes the deluxe brush guard and rear bagger. Serviced on time, in good shape, but does have the...

Re: Information ( This lawn tractor will be used to mulch grass and leaves on Florida's sandy soil and to pull a small cart that hauls debris. ) What's the skinny on this machine? What is to...

sorry guys, its not about my real tractor, but what do you guys think about the all wheel steer x 304 j.d. My tranny blew apart on my 1980 mower and wanted another reliable machine, but didnt...

Hi, first time posting but made the decision to buy a new x304 with a lot of help from these forums. I have mowed 2 times with it and I love it! Lots of birch leaves on the last go around and I...

Hi, I have a Kubota BX23 and a 10 year old Toro Wheelhorse 38XL-14 that I use for mowing. I'm interested in getting a new mowing machine, but I can't make up my mind on what type to get. I will...

My dealer has a slightly used 2007 X304 available for the same price as a brand new 2008 X300. I'm trying to decide between the two. Any feedback is appreciated. New 2008 X300 - 4 year...

4 wheel steering tractor $3500 Deere or Zero turn tractor $3000 Cub ? I only have I acre but it is up and down with plenty of trees. Which would you buy and why?? Jeff

Is this a misprint? John Deere's website shows that the current (2008) X304 lawn tractor is equipped with a K46 transmission. Last year's X304 came with the K58, which was one of the big reasons...

One year old, around 13.6 hours on it. Worked perfectly last year. Parked it for the winter & all was normal. Last week, I pulled the deck off, greased the bearings, cleaned the bottom of the deck...

Just moved into a new place on 3.5 acres total - about 2 acres wooded and 1.5 acres newly laid sod. I don't have many obstacles to mow around, but I do have a couple of slopes to deal with and a...

I bought a new house with 2.34 acres. Most is finished lawn. There is some trees, not much for hills etc. both mowers are around $3500. Which one to get?

ill be mowing about 1.75 acres many trees relatively flat. having a hard time finding info on the javelins. i plan on pulling a cart for light stuff aerating and maybe dethatching. my local...

Hello people... I need some opinions on these two tractors. I have about 2 acres of land but mow only about 3/4 of an acre. It's pretty hilly with trees and an flower beds that I would have to mow...

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