John Deere 950 4.60 star(s) (11)

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John Deere 950 Discussions (87)

Here are the most recent 950 topics from our community.
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    John Deere 950 Yanmar 3T90J Oil in Radiator

    I just acquired a John Deere 950 from a friend. The tractor is in excellent shape and only has about 1,000 hours. The tractor is getting oil in the radiator but does not have water in the oil...
  2. cbrake

    Buying Advice 8N vs JD950

    Hi, Looking for a tractor to: plow snow on 1/2 mile lane (NE Ohio) grade 1/2 mile gravel lane skid logs for firewood, and perhaps a few occasionally for lumber (15 acres of woods or so) rotary...
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    New tractor ;) and help! John deere 950

    So here is the picture... I know the rules of internet and picture is required so there it is ;) I rode all day and really like it. Bushogged about 3 acres of 3-4' deep meadow/overgrown lawn...
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    Deere 950 drinking coolant

    I have a 30 horse JD 950 from the late 80s. I'm noticing that this summer (after the usual winter storage) it is consuming coolant every time I run it - which is maybe 4 times.. Before brush...
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    Newly purchased John Deere 950 maintenance prior to use?

    Hi folks. I'm new to tractors (and this forum), but I've already been enjoying reading the forum for a while! After months of searching and debating, I just finally pulled the trigger and got a...
  6. O

    Disc Harrow Disc Size for John Deere 950?

    Hey gents, I need some advice. I just had two acres of woods cleared for food plots, two separate sites that are 1 acre each. The excavator guy did a good job of getting all the big chunks of...
  7. Jeep Guy

    John Deere 950

    Hello Everyone Wonder what your thoughts might be to buying a JD 950 2wd, year not known. The size, horsepower range for me is fine for what I need to do with it, 3 acre rural home some back...
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    John deere 950 rough idle.

    I have a john deere 950 and recently had problems with them fuel injection pump and a high pressure fuel line. I bought all three new high pressure hoses and paid 1k to have my fuel injection pump...
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    59" front blower on a jd950?

    i am going to go look at a 59" blower that the guy says went on a 750/850/950. did those models have a front pto? he said there is a double pulley that connects to the blowers drive shaft. i...
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    Gas put in a John Deere 950 DIESEL. LOOKING FOR SUGGESTIONS

    Gas was put in my diesel tractor. It ran for about 20 seconds and shut off. It is not locked up it will spin over. The tank has been drained. Should I replace the glow plugs and add a little oil...
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    John Deere 950 2WD for Food Plots?

    I've been looking at upgrading my LS J2023 to a larger machine since I purchased some hunting property. I recently had 2 acres of timber cleared on top of the highest ridge to be used for...
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    Buying Advice John Deere 950

    I'm driving myself nuts, obsessing with getting as much information as possible so I don't make a huge mistake when buying my first-ever tractor. I've just retired to TN, have about 6.5 acres...
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    JD950 Won't Start

    I'm a bit of a "if it can't be fixed with a hammer" its beyond me mechanically tractor owner. Fortunately that has not been put to the test until now. (I always figured real mechanical skills...
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    Price Check JD950 price check

    JD950 1988 with 75 FEL 6'box blade. has 40 hours on rebuilt motor, trans and hydrolics. $9,450
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    Deere 950 - How to remove build up from tractor radiator coils

    I recently had a hose leak on the radiator of a Deere 950. As I looked into the radiator when it was empty I could see the build up around the radiator coils. I have to admit that I haven't...
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    Oil & Fuel JD950 injector pump problem

    I have a JD950 that runs for about an hour, then quits. Loosen the bleeder screw on top of the injector pump and it fires right up an runs....for a while. Seems that as it warms up, the run time...
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    John Deere 950 Wiring Diagram

    Help!! My JD 950 was attacked my Rats, and now my wiring is a mess. Does anyone have a Wiring Diagram for this Tractor. Any Help would be appreciated. TIA.
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    John Deere 950 Oil Leak

    My 950 has a fair amount of oil coming out of the transmission shifter past the rubber boot, it seems worse when its warm and when the FEL is used a lot and also more when the tractor is going up...
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    John Deere 950 brake job

    Just bought a John Deere 950 w/ 1200 hours. Brakes don't work, right side is seized. Any tips on tackling this job would be appreciated. Also any tips on routine maintence, fluid changes, fuel...
  20. C

    how to remove 1980 john deere 950 fuel tank

    I recently traded for a 1980 JD 950. After replacing some cables and re-stabilizing the battery, I had taken it down the road to exercise the tractor. It died while turning around, but...
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User Reviews (11)

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4.00 star(s)
Thistle Glen

950 John Deere
JD 950
Model Year: 1979

Solid tractor.Mine only has 2WD but handles most situations well with ag tires. The machine is easy to work on and maintain. I have had no issues aside from regular maintenance and would recommend the JD 950 to anyone wanting a reliable used tractor.

Pros: Reliable, easy to maintain, stable.
Cons: Slightly under-powered.

5.00 star(s)
muleSkinnerZ

950 John Deere
Works Well Despite Hard Use
Model Year: 1990

Picked this up for 6.5k. FEL and 4WD. From the looks of it, somebody has been hard on her, but she runs like a champ. Starts right up in near zero temps, doesn't smoke, hydraulics function fine (but slow at first). Handles well, easy to manipulate, rattles a bit. A little light, need to add weight in the back. Only problems are a leaky seal on the front left and the PO cut off the top of the roll bar.

Pros: Reliable, strong, parts easy to find.
Cons: JD wants too much for weights. And paint. And everything else.

5.00 star(s)
normantorn

950 John Deere
John Deere Model 950
Model Year: 1979

This is an excellent tractor for a smaller farm. I am very pleased with the machine. It is a typical John Deere. EXCELLENT (I am biased towards all John Deere equipment)! I think it is hard equipment to beat. I have a workhorse loader mounted on it and usually keep a J.D. rototiller mounted on the back. I never cease to be amazed at how much work I can accomplish with this rather small machine. I believe the heavy tiller helps to counter balance the loader and give the tractor more traction. I push, lift, load, haul, bulldoze, and in general, work the heck out of the entire unit. I till up acres of ground and am always attempting to build up my soil. I really like this unit and do not know what I would do without it!

Pros: A top quality machine overall. Highly recommended even though an older used machine, it still is one of the best.
Cons: I really can't think of any thing I don't like about this little 950.

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5.00 star(s)
Mac 1

950 John Deere
Owner
Model Year: 1980

Excellent tractor.

Pros: Excellent overall.
Cons: Poor brake design.

4.00 star(s)
bgnoland

950 John Deere
1982 John Deere 950
Model Year: 0

This is a pretty good tractor for mowing as I use it. I am pulling a 5 ft. John Deere shredder. My model did not come with power steering which would have been nice. The 3 cylinder Yanmar engine runs great but does not pull quite as good as my old 2 cyl. Hinamoto. I had to weld up and re-grind the gears in the steering box. I also has water in the transmission. I think it was leaking around the shifter boot. I has a bit of a weird shift pattern and does not like to shift on the fly. I am wishing I could have found a Yanmar tractor with a front-end loader and shuttle shift. But all and all this is a good tractor for my use.

Pros: Basic good working tractor.
Cons: No power steering, no shift on the fly.

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4.00 star(s)
serfswitch

950 John Deere
Good Tractor
Model Year: 1983

Great tractor. Parts hard to find.

Pros: Good tractor. Good size.
Cons: Hydraulics little weak.

5.00 star(s)
johnrblair

950 John Deere
John Deere 950
Model Year: 1980

Bought my 950 used from a horse ranch in San Diego County. Paid $3950 which I thought was a fair price. Have looked for months on various internet sites with no luck. Was actually looking for a 1020 but never found one. Having grown up in the mid-west on a farm with JD 4020/3020/etc, this is a small tractor, but just right for my present purposes. So far it looks and functions well. It has power steering, dif. lock, cat #1 three point, and two hydraulic outlets. The only thing that it lacks is live PTO.

Pros: Hey, its a John Deere.
Cons: No live PTO.

5.00 star(s)
GrowFarmers

950 John Deere
John Deere
Model Year: 1986

I have not had too much time with the tractor yet (about 5 months), so far I really like the tractor. I like the build quality because it is all metal, no fiberglass fenders or hood. Compared to current day tractors it is fairly basic in terms of features. Mine doesn't have power steering, no synchromesh, or shuttle shift. But if those are not too important to you when considering what tractor to buy then I would recommend it. I didn't buy from the dealer and haven't needed many new parts yet (knock on wood), but in the past dealings with Deere dealers I have always had a good experience.

Pros: Compact size, good for out in the woods, but with plenty of power.
Cons: Spartan on features when compared to most current day models.

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4.00 star(s)
bjones

950 John Deere
'80 John Deere 950
Model Year: 1980

When I bought this tractor it also included in the deal an Allied Front-end Loader and a Woods 3 point hitch Backhoe. I've used the tractor and attachments over the years to clear small trees, fence row brush, dig up stumps and level the ground. We seeded the new soil and are now mowing this portion of the property. By clearing this section of our property it increased the land value and looks much better.

Pros: None.
Cons: None.

5.00 star(s)
GrowFarmers

950 John Deere
Great Little Tractor
Model Year: 1986

Just bought this tractor used a few months ago and so far it is great. Since it is new to me I cannot speak to the reliability of it long term, but so far it has been great! While I didn't buy from a dealer, I have gotten some parts from the local dealer and they have been great every time! One thing I have noticed is that at times it can be hard to shift in and out of gear but I am used to that so it isn't a big deal to me, but it might be to others. Another slight issue is not having power steering. It was an option on this year of tractor but in this case it was not added on when it was purchased. Not having power steering is only noticeable when you are not moving and you try to turn the wheels, otherwise it is fine. Overall it seems like a great tractor and I look forward to getting years of use out of it!

Pros: Compact size but powerful, no fiberglass body panels.
Cons: Occasional difficulty shifting, no power steering.

5.00 star(s)
ChoPChoP

950 John Deere
Deere 950 sitting on a corner
Model Year: 1988

Hey all, I'd been looking for a tractor on Craigslist for months when I saw this one for sale down the street from my house. This 950 is about as close as a 22 year old machine gets to "like new" condition. It came with a 6' belly mower and a Woods D80 Brush hog, which worked perfectly to cut the 4 acres behind my house. Seeing as I was paying $500.00 every time I had it cut, the $3500.00 was a darn good investment. I changed all the fluids and filters as it came without records, but that was less than $150.00 and now I know it's all good to go. I still have to find a way to cut the stuff along the stone walls. Everyone who's cut the field has been pinching in over the last 20 years and there's places I was 30' away and the trees are growing. I'm looking for either a FEL or Backhoe to help clear away that gnarly mess.

Pros: Perfect size for my property and has plenty of power.
Cons: I'll let ya know.

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