Recent content by wct097

I've been using the dealer for that "maintenance history" since I bought my Accord new. They had been at ~$54 per change but recently is in the $80 range. Not convenient at 30 mins each way, but seemed reasonable before the price increase. I just had a lift installed in my new shop a week...

This is the TSC Traveller Premium that says it "meets J20C requirements". No telling about the past fluids though. This tractor has been a bit of a basket case. I've replaced nearly everything of value on it over the past 7 years.

I ordered what I believe to be the correct JD filter. I'm thinking I'll just drain and replace the filters as planned then work the system and drain again and refill, and then install the JD filter. That way I effectively get a good flush without introducing anything else that could...

I think I used the tractor supply J20C equivalent. Travelers premium IIRC. Every time I change the fluid it works for a while, then ends up squealing and not lifting the bucket. The fluid looks milky and I pull the strainer and it's caked in goo that needs to be cleaned off. I *think* it is...

My John Deere 850 has both a screen filter in the sump and a spin on filter inline with the hydraulic lines under the footboard. The filter on the machine when I got it (not running) was a Fram PH-8A. I've replaced it with that model a few times but continue to fight various hydraulic issues...

I have an early model JD850 with a leaking & malfunctioning loader control valve. I'm inclined to replace it as I know this tractor has had some water intrusion issues in the past. I'm also not a huge fan of the location as I frequently hit it with my leg when turned around monitoring the 3pt...

Found this tractor on Craigslist listed as "needs work". I'm in need of a tractor by the end of the year, so I figured I could take on a project and decided to go look at it. I'm new to both diesel and tractors but not new to swinging a wrench, so I figure this would be a good learning...

Joined to get some info regarding my current project. A 1978 model John Deere 850 that's been sitting for a while. Found the engine was completely full of water. Pretty sure it's rainwater. Wouldn't turn over. We pulled the oil fill only to have water come gushing out. Got it towed today...