John Deere 5203-1
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John Deere 5203-1 Discussions (31)
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JD5203 loader is slow to react
Need some advice on troubleshooting hydraulics. Was pushing and piling dirt with loader when suddenly it became slow to react, or almost unresponsive. Now when I want to lift something (ie. round...- Snickerdoodle Mayhem
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john deere 5203 pto
ive been running my 5203 all over my farm and when im using the pto it works fine but when I disengage it the indicator light stays on help would be appreciated thanks- farmwork89
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JD 5203 shutoff problem
I've dug up plenty of stuff on the net about the fuel shutoff circuit blowing fuses, the cold-start advance killing the fuse, etc.: I did have a bad cold-start sensor on it, I unplugged it and it...- dwilliams35
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How to remove retractor (pull off springs).? Brake retractor springs JD 5203
The axel housing is on the work bench, but now I can't get the retractor springs out. I am looking at the back side of the screws. It appears the tractor springs are working, but the piston...- DPForumDog
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John Deere 5203 Skidding Logs pics
Got some pics of my John Deere 5203 skidding logs last night. Just got it 2 1/2 weeks ago. Seems to pull as much logs as my old 2WD JD 3020 (which I traded in) used to.- airplanewaynem
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John Deere 5203 start relay wiring problem
I had some of the red wires going to the start relay under the steering wheel overheat and melt the insulation way back. Also other red wires. I had to disconnect all and take the wiring harness...- pinebear
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JD 5203 3PH lift handle very stiff
All of a sudden, the lift handle on my JD 5203 is very stiff, almost frozen and will not go all the way up. I have kept it lubed regularly but someone told me that the grease fittings there...- herd
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JD 5203 hour meter not working
good morning fellas. i have a 2005 JD 5203 ag tractor that just recently,as in today, the hour meter stopped working. when i started working today the hour meter showed 60.1 hours. after approx. 4...- whitearrow
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JD 5203 PTO Slipping
I was mowing and my pto was slipping when i wasn't in very thick brush. The engine never hesitated. Any suggestions on what direction to head. Currently have the operators manual only and have...- Sullydeere
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Woods BSM72 Box Blade for JD 5203?
I've got a job coming up that will require a good amount of earth moving and gravel work so I'm looking at a new, larger box blade for my 2wd 5203 Deere. I think I've narrowed it down to the Woods...- Verticaltrx
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John Deere 5203
I recently bought 80 acres of mostly pasture land and the man I bought it from had three tractors two of which he has sold. He has a 5203 with 1400 hours on it he is asking 11000 for for it. It's...- Dickey
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Buying Advice 2008 John Deere 5203
After Basically Giving Up On My 2006 FarmPro...That Has 159 Hours On It, But Has Been "Junk" From The Start, I'm Now Seriously Considering Purchasing A 2008 JD 5203! I Called Up A Friend Of Mine...- TractorPhil
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JD 5203 Wiring Diagram
Does anyone have a JD 5203 Wiring Diagram? Trying to figure how to re-connect the multi switch for headlights, etc. and the relays for flashers and other lights. I know one of you experts can...- fltopcat
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usable hydraulics on JD 5203
I have an 04 JD 5203 with no SCV on the rear. I added a FEL and now want to use the tractor for hay work. Any ideas on cost of adding an scv? I see talk of a power beyond kit, is that something...- retired x 2
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slightly used or new Jd 5203/5055
Hello What to do ...I have found a very nice 2005 jd 5203 2wd 512 loader with >250 hrs no problems or issues at all . The problem is financing a used unit vs the 0 percent for a little more...- bucktaker
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JD 5203 rear SCV's question
I have a JD 5203 with two SCV's (remotes). According to my manual, SCV #2 is suppose to have a regenerative position. When I try and run my woodsplitter or backhoe with SCV #2, lever in the...- unclejunk
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JD 5203
Thinking of buying a 2004 JD 5203. Is it a good tractor. Price 9500.00- mwyonce
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loader attachment for JD 5203
where are the hydraulic attachment at to connect the loader attachment?- griller
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JD 5203 2wd or 4wd?
I am new to the forum and about to purchase a new JD 5203 tractor with a loader. I going to work and mow about 5-10 acres. Just your general everyday maintenance stuff. However, I do plan on...- maxjr
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Adding a set of hydraulic ports to a JD 5203
I have a John Deere 5203. I had one set of SCVs added to it after I bought it but failed to add two sets due to budget. I want to add another set at this point and was wondering if this is...- Tired-N-Dusty
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User Reviews (3)
Read what TractorByNet members think about the John Deere 5203-1 Subcompact Tractor
JD 5203 Excellent Utility Tractor...
Model Year: 2004
We have a small family farm, diversified livestock, dry hay, and firewood. Out JD 5203 is our primary tractor. It has a 510 loader as well. We use it for everything from loading manure, mowing and baling hay to skidding logs. With chains and the sadder winch on the 3-pth it will go almost anywhere in the winter.
Pros: Good, solid, simple 2WD utility tractor.
Cons: No 4WD.
Model Year: 2004
We have a small family farm, diversified livestock, dry hay, and firewood. Out JD 5203 is our primary tractor. It has a 510 loader as well. We use it for everything from loading manure, mowing and baling hay to skidding logs. With chains and the sadder winch on the 3-pth it will go almost anywhere in the winter.
Pros: Good, solid, simple 2WD utility tractor.
Cons: No 4WD.
Great Tractor
Model Year: 2005
This tractor handles hills great, have had it on hillsides that I couldn't lean back because it felt like I'd fall out. The loader has plenty of power combined with the tractor. I have done everything on this tractor, from hauling wood, bush hogging, to making hay and driving fence posts.
Pros: Plenty of power, 4WD is awesome, good manueverability, ease of control.
Cons: None yet.
Model Year: 2005
This tractor handles hills great, have had it on hillsides that I couldn't lean back because it felt like I'd fall out. The loader has plenty of power combined with the tractor. I have done everything on this tractor, from hauling wood, bush hogging, to making hay and driving fence posts.
Pros: Plenty of power, 4WD is awesome, good manueverability, ease of control.
Cons: None yet.
Dependable Workhorse
Model Year: 2007
I like that this is a no frills tractor without the extra bells and whistles that can cause extra problems. It has plenty of power and starts every time. I got the bigger tires put on it and ballast in the tires for more traction. I use a shredder, chisel plow, disc, grain drill, post hole digger, hay spear, and box blade and have never had a problem. Love the tractor. P.S. Don't buy it without the loader.
Pros: Extremely dependable and enough power.
Cons: The rubber handle on the 3-point lever is poorly designed and has to be replaced occasionally.
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Model Year: 2007
I like that this is a no frills tractor without the extra bells and whistles that can cause extra problems. It has plenty of power and starts every time. I got the bigger tires put on it and ballast in the tires for more traction. I use a shredder, chisel plow, disc, grain drill, post hole digger, hay spear, and box blade and have never had a problem. Love the tractor. P.S. Don't buy it without the loader.
Pros: Extremely dependable and enough power.
Cons: The rubber handle on the 3-point lever is poorly designed and has to be replaced occasionally.
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