Recent content by k4todave

Well that is encouraging! Thanks.... Dave in KY

Thank you!

Many thanks for that. I won't risk it by trying what I suggested. I have someone coming next week to work on it, thanks to this forum. I found someone local to help me. It is very much appreciated. KY Dave

Beenthere --- will do.. Thanks... Dave

Thanks Harry, I'm pretty sure my pedals are all the way back. I haven't noticed them being a sensitive as yours. I've tried to get someone to come work on it, but so far, haven't found anyone who shows up when called. I live near Winchester.

I posted earlier about my 1050 that wouldn't move because the something was keeping the rear wheels from turning. Someone suggested that it might be locked brakes. Evidently, this is a common occurrence with this model. The tractor gets run very seldom and sits in a barn with the door open...

Thank you very much for this information. I should also have mentioned the there is quite a bit of rust on the large rear wheels. It is a two wheel drive with a pedal that locks the rear differential so both of the rear wheels drive. I have a bush hog that needs repair (minor welding for a...

Well the starter won't engage if either the hi/lo range or a gear is selected. So it is neutral for sure.

I have a John Deere Model 1050. It is a three cylinder Diesel with 930 actual hours on it. It starts and runs well. I just had the fuel pump rebuilt about three years ago. I had the shift fork replaced (at great expense) about 15 years ago. it's had an easy life. I have used it to pull a...

My 1050 will not move. The rear wheels are locked up. For awhile, the wheels would hangup as I let out the clutch, then give a little "pop" and the tractor would drive and shift, etc. Now --- locked up tight. Any thoughts on what is the matter? Thanks. Dave in KY