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    1020 Wheel lock up?

    Had an incident where the left wheel locked up and would only proceed with diff. lock engaged. About a year prior, my dad was using loader and right side locked up, but I had noticed the PTO had been accidently kicked up partially engaged, moved back to off, no problem. The recent incident...
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    home made cab??

    Anybody remember seeing the pics of a cab some guy made for his dad's JD?? I'ld like to see them again and see just how he went about it. I remember there were a few things that I would have done a little different, but I liked the simple idea!
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    identify 1020 part?

    This was an extra part from my dads '68 JD 1020ru, it was in a box with a few other parts, have no idea where it goes. Looked at JD parts diagrams and I can't find anything! Its about 5" x 8" Bob L. Clio, MI '04 4320 400x & QT hd bucket, Rb1184w/hyd., LX6, Land Pride 72" finish mower
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    '68 JD 1020ru weights & rear blade?

    Looking for front weights & brackets for a restored 1020 my dad just picked up near Higgins Lake ,MI, also looking for hyd. rear blade similar to my RB1184. Any Help? Thanks guys
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    '04 4320 performance chips?

    Anybody know where to find performance chips for JD 4020 series? Do they may them? Are they worth it?
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    Cleaning Pine Sap

    Any ideas on cleaning pine sap off my 4320? From mowing and moving through white pines, sap is all over loader arms, hood and fenders. I've tried tar and bug remover, although it was old, and it didn't make a mark on it? Maybe I need new bottle? Don't want to discolor or scratch that beautiful...
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    Cleaner?

    Any suggestions on a safe cleaner to remove white pine sap from hood, sides, fenders and loader arms? I know most cleaners will take this off, just a little concerned about plastic and paint. Thanks guys! '04 4320 ehydro, 400x fel, 6'landpride finish mower, lx6 brushcutter and 7' backbladew/hyd.
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    Finish mowers!!!

    Hey Guys, need some input on rear finish mowers for my 4320! What recommendations do you have for quality, use and value? Looked at Sitrex, Woods, some Italy brand name Cabranni? Don't remember name, but need some input here to clarify what I should be looking for! Rear discharge, pnuematic...
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    Engine treatments?

    Any thoughts on engine treatments? Pro's or Con's of any PTFE additives? Not familiar with diesel engines and oil additives! Is synthetic oil suffice? or petroleum oil best? All my vehicles were treated with Slick 50 and have not had one problem, engine related, outside of a water pump after 120...
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    Oil & Fuel  Diesel fuel?

    Someone I know said they monitor fuel as 2 tanks of #2 and 1 tank of #1? Anyone know the reason? What should I be using for my new 4320? And why? Thanks Merry Christmas 4320w/400x,hd bucket, LX6, RB1184 w/hydr.
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    4320 pics again

    More pics, hope there not sideways
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    Finally got em' pics 4320

    Finally got em\' pics 4320 Sorry it took so long guys! Been busy with work and other things. I'll post them in the photos too! Many thanks too all for your help in leading to what I think is the best decision! Rob52 Michigan 4320w/400x, hd bucket,LX6 and 1184 backblade w hyd. also 6 year...
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    4320w/ 400x++++++ Taking delivery this Friday!

    Finally bit the bullet! Taking delivery Friday of a John Deere 4320 w/ 400x loader, heavy duty bucket & grille guard, eHydro, R4's, 84" rear blade w/ hydraulics, 6' brushhog(both Frontier)& an extended service plan for my wifes peace of mind. Salesman was great! Hope everything to follow is the...
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    JD 4320 w/400x or DX45 w/116 ???????????

    I've been all around the block, made a full circle back to these two tractor manufacturers. Obviously the 4320 being a bit larger and more powerful, 4120 is closer in ponies, my thinking of having a bit more HP to move that larger frame around easier. Needless to say, I have RED in my blood and...
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    DX45 w/116fel or JD 4320 w/ 400x?

    I've been all around the block, made a full circle back to these two tractor manufacturers. Obviously the 4320 being a bit larger and more powerful, 4120 is closer in ponies, my thinking of having a bit more HP to move that larger frame around easier. Needless to say, I have RED in my blood and...
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