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I think the OP was referring to the JD 4320 compact tractor. I have one and it is very stable. I think that it's about 4000lbs.

My Dad's 316 pulled one for many years.

I bought a used one a few years ago. It had some problems, but it was a beast. The hydro lever creeped, the power steering leaked, and the pivot on the front axle needed a bushing which I could not find. It would wonder all over. Finally sold it after a year and bought a Kubota BX2680.

Moe the head mechanic. Nothing I do is right...

Moe and Shasta my rescue cats.

Moe loves when we have a campfire.

Doe and her fawn.

Eastern Kingbird

Eastern painted turtle getting some sun by my pond.

Got him just before takeoff.

Another shot of the Green Heron.

Lol, that's not even close to my tractor. Can't get the shroud out without getting the radiator out first. Thank you for trying to help me.

I don't see how I could get my hands in the shroud to take out the bolts?

Gus my in-house Yoga instructor

Sounds to me like a new pup or new baby was introduced into his old family and he did not like that he was suddenly less important. Some people have a way of loving the new and putting the old to the side because it's not shiny anymore. Then the family decides that his behavior is too much, and...

One of my favorite shots of Zoe. Took it with whatever phone I had in 2018. RIP big girl. I will always miss you.

I went to town last week and on my way, I saw a guy getting his ZTM pulled out of low spot with a pickup. On my way back I saw the same guy getting the same mower pulled out of another area by a pickup. It appears that they get stuck much easier than tractors. That area was a church lawn and not...

It appears I had no timing cover leak. All the coolant was from the water pump which the bearing and seal gave out. It was a pain in the butt. Had to cut the bottom bolts off the radiator to get it out. Then remove the shroud, fan and pully. JD soaked me $317.00 for a new pump and I had to...

Well, the K-Seal did not work and here is why. It was not the gasket it was the pump itself. still missing two pieces.

It appears that they have round brass nuts with ridges moulded into the plastic on the bottom of the radiator. They broke free and it was time for the air body saw. 😡

I'm still trying to get the radiator off. those two bolts on the bottom with the rubber around them won't come off. I'm at a standstill.

The water pump in my 4320 JD Compact crapped out. It appears that I have to remove the radiator. I have everything removed but the two bolts under the radiator that have rubber on them. I just can't get them out. Am I doing something wrong? Dave

I too have this problem now with my 4320. The water pump is shot. I know I have to take the radiator off, but I am having trouble. Do the two bolts on the bottom of the radiator with the rubber foot have to come off? If so, how? They just keep turning and do not loosen up at all. Frustrated Dave

Got it here. https://www.abilenemachine.com/starter-12-volt-bosch-amre508922

My owner's manual only shows grease points for the three-point hitch. Are there any I'm missing for the front of the tractor? I know the newer ones have some for the axle trunnion. Dave

fits like a glove and really feels more powerful.

I don't know one way or the other. I'm sure you will get opinions either way. If we stop using a tractor to make our life easier, we are defeating the purpose of having one to begin with. Dave

Sitting on the back deck last night with the pups and this deer just ran by. The boys were not at all pleased.

This little one was running all over the back yard last night as mom was watching.

Success, I got it out. Had to cut a few zip ties to loosen the wiring harness enough to get the socket on.

RE540304: Starter Motor Kit Part Number: RE540304 This part fits your 4320 equipment $414.75 Insane price...

Your wiring harness is in this side of the starter. Mine is jammed behind it and it isn't moving.

Anyone have a snapshot from the service manual of the removal of the starter on a 4320 compact tractor? Should be easy but the second bolt is dicey. Thank Dave.

There is a wiring harness that is blocking it, and it does not want to move. Dave

I just came in to find your posts. I was fiddling with the starter on my 4320 and I can't figure out how to get at the second bolt. Looks like a job for JD unless some has done this before. Anway, while I was out there in the shop, I noticed some coolant on the floor under the tractor. Mine is...

It's called a link. Has nothing to do with facebook.

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l believe this is a juvenile American barn swallow. He stopped buy with 15 of his buddies to clean off the bugs on the back lawn.

Same exact thing happened to my Kubota BX. The radiator screens won't stop the small stuff.

I have a 2008 4320 and so far, no issues. I don't put may hours on it, so I hope it lasts without many problems. I did have to rap on the starter the other day to get her fired up. It appears from the dealer sticker you bought your tractor in Springville. My Dad used to do business with them...

I use a Stihl cordless weed wacker which is all I need. The problem I have is that dam chain link fence around the back of the house. Eats up string pretty quick. It doesn't matter how I approach it. I've tried straight on, at an angle, going forward, backing up. I have not tried the over the...

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This male tree swallow and I are becoming friends. He let me get so close I could not get a focus lock with my camera. I had to back away to get the photo.

Thank you.

I weed wacked and used the push mower for over an hour, then it started to rain down pretty heavy. Couple hours later the sun came out and the rest is history. Turned out to be a good day to mow.

Don't worry buddy, tomorrow is coming.

This red squirrel drives my one dog batshit crazy.

These are from 30 miles south of Buffalo, NY. I got up at 3am to see if I could see the northern lights from where I lived. It's very rare to see them here. I did not have any experience photographing them, but I was happy with the results. Just walked around the yard for an hour in 36-degree...

Female Cardinal Evening green.

Bluejay X2

I have no idea what FWIW means. I set up a two opposing wire system and did not like how it turned out, so I went this route.

I planted Jewel black raspberries. They fruit on last year's cane.

One you have them you won't need to buy them again. I believe they are easy to propagate.

My girlfriend is from Cleburne TX. I have seen your grass. Feel free to stop by and jump on the Kubota. I have only mowed it once so far because the ground was too soggy. Already sick of it. LOL

Just put up two 25" trellises for blackberries, and black raspberries. Still need to put in a 3rd wire. Any tips from the pro berry farmers?

Only seen one once here in NY.

I agree with WinterDeere. "DIY mods or hacks of a well-engineered system are rarely if ever an improvement" I don't own a trailer, so I have no experience with these hubs. That being said, here's a story. I used to run rotary presses where I worked many years ago. Being mechanically inclined...

Male Tree Swallow. I'm happy with this one. He's letting me get really close. Afterall it's our garden.

Yeah, if you watch me trying to get one in flight, you might think I'm having a seizure.

Bee on blueberry blossoms.

Male Tree Swallow. This is how nature builds a jet fighter.

Just another very wet Jay.

Red-breasted nuthatch is a small songbird. The adult has blue-grey upperparts with cinnamon underparts, a white throat and face with a black stripe through the eyes, a straight grey bill and a black crown. Its call, which has been likened to a tin trumpet, is high-pitched and nasal.

Hey, is that my suet on your face?

My mama told me there'll be days like this.

Bluejay, sweet rays of sun.

Another variation of the Comon Grackle. Lighting is everything. They are truly masters of reflections.

B&W bluejay because it needed to be that way.

Grackle for all occasions. I noticed he has muddy feet. You get these birds in a certain light; you realize how magnificent they really are.

Northern rough-winged swallow.

A little bit of Grackle in the morning.

Hairdo Bluejay, not ever going back to that salon.

Okay guys here's the update. My buddy came over yesterday to have a look. He's an electrician for a local municipality in a different town. He pulled the meter from the house and snapped in it's place a device called a "Super Beast". He turned it on and within seconds said it's not your house...

An uninterruptible power supply (UPS) or uninterruptible power source is a type of continual power system that provides automated backup electric power to a load when the input power source or mains power fails. A UPS differs from a traditional auxiliary/emergency power system or standby...

So, the power in my home is fluctuating. The UPS says 114v and sometimes 139v and everything in between. The lights are constantly dimming then getting bright again. The UPS in the computer room just decided to shut itself off at random after running fine for a year. I swapped it out for...

Meanwhile back at the Cool Nature Photos thread.

Late evening Bluejay

Tracks, Lonely are the driven, Their hearts aflame, their spirits alive. They chase the horizon, relentless and unforgiving, Seeking solace in the echoes of their footsteps.

Purple Finch

Canada geese mates.

Titmouse with a sunflower seed.

Bluejay, large and in charge.

I have both a JD and a Kubota and both dealerships are within 15 minutes from me. I would recommend either of them to someone looking for a forever tractor. I have a Massy and Kioti dealer not that much farther. I'm sure that other tractor brands make good tractors as well, but I am familiar...

Took this a couple of years ago. Just coming out of the woods to my lower pond.

Snow is back. :(

Bluejay Damp and dreary

Let's take this time to reflect...

Up-Armored Knives And Coatings.

Just singing in the rain.

I love a rainy night

View from the northeast end of my pond.

Jays were all over today.

Juvenile Male Red-winged Blackbird

Red-bellied woodpecker.

House Finch

Purple Finch

My other boy Gus.

The Mrs. stopped by this morning for a photo opportunity.

The camera and lens both have internal stabilizers in them. You could get those pics handheld, but you would need a faster shutter speed. I get tired holding the camera, so I use a tripod.

Took this Bluejay yesterday. Love the pose and the wind on his feathers. Dave

Thanks, Canon EOS R5, Canon 100-400mm L Dave

Those Kubota BX's practically drive themselves. :LOL:

Bluejay on a dark day.

Cold rainy day. I could never seem to get a good Cardinal photo, now they are waiting for me to get up. LOL

I have, and with my 4320 which is on par with your MX. No difference that I can tell. Compaction is not a one off. It's not like OMG I have to start all over again.

Driving over tilled soil one time will not compact it very much. It's a non-issue. Never had any problems planting where the tire track was. Dave

When I mow a steeper hill, I only go straight up, and straight down. I never sidehill it gives me a little pucker. Thats God's way of saying, be careful stupid, your guardian angel called in today. I also have trails through the woods that I mow. Some mud, some ruts. I did get stuck temporarily...

Just curious, how do you plant your garden without getting footprints in the dirt?

No, I did not because I have a bigger tractor with one. The tractor is set up with hydraulics for the loader. When I got the plow it hooked right up. Dave https://www.tractorbynet.com/forums/attachments/20190117_141530-jpg.856483/...

I guess that puts the kibosh to the ZTR crowd. I looked at the ZTR's and they just could not go where I needed to go. I even looked at the Cub's with all wheel steering, but they were still just 2WD. I was in the same mindset as you about getting a mower that would last. In my opinion anything...

I have one of those tiny Fisher Price chain saws by Sthil. I use it all the time. For your average homeowner with some land, they are great. I'm sure the Milwaukee are great as well. One problem as mentioned above, it leaks bar oil no matter how you sit it. Dave

I would recommend 48" tiller. Ran one on my Kubota BX. Never needed anything bigger. Remember Bigger is also Bigger $$$. Don't worry about covering the width of the tractor, who cares? Come planting time there's going to be tracks all over the place. Also, a thing to remember, those reverse...

I got me one of those cordless hedge trimmers on a pole for trimming around the pond. I have to admit I am very impressed with its abilities. I already had the batteries and chargers from the weed trimmer and baby chainsaw.

Chadwick

I was given some garlic by a friend. I planted it last fall and it's starting to sprout. Now it's snowing again. Will the cold and snow hurt the new plants, or will I be, OK? Thanks Dave

I'm not into eclipses, they don't look like much to me. I'll stick to other photography.

Dylan

Buck my boy.

For one, I have never needed them. I use the bucket and rear snowblower with no traction issues. 2nd would be the price for something I don't really need. 3rd I'll be 62 this year and I think they would be a big PITA for me to screw with. Dave

Thats awesome.

Thanks, it's not easy, but they aren't going anywhere. I wouldn't be able to do that for my JD4320, but I have not needed chains for that. Dave

I ran across these pics today and thought I would share. I was always impressed with what that little tractor could do. BTW, those wheel weights under all the mud fit my Kubota BX2680 perfectly. Dave

I have always run chains on my smaller tractors. They make all the difference in the world. Ladder chains on a turf tire are a match made in heaven.

If all you have is an acre, and not many obstacles, you could try a rear finish mower. I had one for years and it worked fine. You do have to be aware that's its back there when you're turning. I had a bunch of stuff to mow around, so I eventually went to a smaller tractor with a belly mower.

Big rain today with lots of thunder. Some of the pups were not happy. Delilah can't hear, and Buck don't give a ****. The others were shaking. Was 60° and nice out. It dropped 30° in 6 hours and we now have snow on the ground.

Here's another pic I took on my walk tonight. Still loving it.

Ok, This Mule pic was shot at 1:00 in the afternoon under harsh sun. I replaced the sky with one of my other photos, increased the contrast, messed with the shadows, and made it bluer. I think it turned out pretty good for a first try. Reminds me of those very cold and still winter nights...

Feeling the need to be creative.

Wirevise is what I googled. Think I even have some laying around.

Thanks, I was thinking of going with t-posts and wire. I remember my dad had some devices that you pushed a wire through, and it would not come back out. Kind of like Chinese handcuffs. I can't for the life of me remember what they are called. Dave

I have some berry plants coming and need to build a trellis. Just wondering how others have done this. Thanks Dave

I had to look it up. My eyes just can't unsee it now. 😵‍💫

My old girl Zoe. I miss her eveyday.

Snows gone, back to mudd'n.

It appears that Dylan really don't give a ****.

Just got my Benchmade Mini Crooked River today. I really like it so far.

Redneck Stuck I finally got the Mule stuck. That swale that feeds rain runoff to the pond, was filled with blown in snow up to my waist. Luckly, I had Big G to come to the rescue.

I have a coal stove and I'm on my 3rd glass. The first got hazed over then it cracked, the second got so hazed over that you could only see light coming through. I tried everything to clean it, and nothing worked. Then I was talking to a buddy who seems to know a little about everything. He...

Sunset in western NY.

I had a Yamaha Wolverine 350. I had a bunch of fun on it, but it was not practical for any work without a trailer. Then I bought my first tractor loader combo. I still don't know what I did all those years without one. It's great, but still not the do all vehicle. Now I have the Kawasaki Mule...

Bucks Wabba is the only toy that matters.

Buck Now, he has the intensity.

Zoe showing her new little brother Buck how it's done.

My girls.

Is that your tractor in your avatar? If so, I assume you got the loader as well. If not, then that would be the first implement I would recommend you get. They are invaluable. Dave

Being your first diesel anything, you probably should get some yellow fuel cans. Nothing like draining the fuel because you put gas in there. Don't ask how I know. Dave

Mine gelled here in NY. I got some Power Service anti-gel additive and never had a problem since. It's been many years. Dave

Gus

Welcome to the forum. I live south of Buffalo. Dave

When you drop food on the floor, and you make sure the dog sees it rather than clean it up.

What kind of tire size and chain size are you talking? Ladder chains with a cross chain every other link make a big difference. Its like riding on only the chain. Also the size of the chain makes a bid difference. Small diameter chains don't stick up as high. The OP has the same size tractor as...

That is not correct. I have no bounce with the ladder chains. They ride very smoothly. If you look at my pic, they have V-bars welded to them and offer outstanding traction on ice.

I have the same tires as you on my Kubota BX2680. I have been stuck a couple of times mowing some of my trails. I just avoid those areas till it dries up enough. Winter on the other hand is different. I put chains on all four tires. Dave

I have many wild apple trees on my property. This one holds its fruit very late. The others dropped their apples almost two months ago. What gives with this tree? Dave

Here's is a pic of my dad's old 316. I recall him bitching about the price of a new muffler 30 years ago. This was his solution. Pretty sure the thunderbird hood ornament gave it more power. I don't remember him or myself wrenching on it much. It was a pretty damn good tractor. I sold it after...

Tonight's sunset over some snow.

I used to work at the Lewiston bridge in Lewiston NY. If you were going to export a self-propelled vehicle to Canada in the port of Buffalo, you had to do it there. Mostly, we would get cars, trucks, and heavy machinery on flatbeds. One day this young Canadian gentleman showed up with a tractor...

Nice clear December evening by the frozen pond. Just me and my Mule.

This is how I used to mow. I don't recommend it. If you're going the tractor route, go smaller with a belly mower. Dave

I had to replace my BX seat because it was killing my back. I could not get out of bed the day after mowing. I purchased a Grammer suspension seat. It made all the difference in the world. I also got some of this UV protectant.

I got me one of those new-fangled Bx's with the auto steer. It has made my life so much better and does a great job on the lawn. Every once in a while, it misses a spot. Don't excited though, it will self-correct without any input from you. Trust me on that one. Dave Automatic lawn mower

Sunset over the duck tube.

I don't have any experience in towing, but it seems to me that chocking the tires would be a dangerous thing to do. What keeps the chocks from flying off, if the tractor moves a bit? Dave

Great blue heron.

Young eastern bluebird.

My back yard.

Western NY fall evening.

Picmonkey.com is pretty good. I have used it from time to time. Dave

Unless you want to move it all over to different places, I'd just use stone. This is what I did in a day. Took 3 ton of pea gravel, and some landscape stones.

Garbage night. Love the Mule for all I can do with it.

This guy was hot on the trail of a sweetheart, but she was having none of it.

I looked through some old files I took a couple of years ago. I never posted this one. I thought this one was appropriate for this time of year. Dave

Hi all, I recently replaced the amber and red lightbulbs on my ropes with LEDS. I have a JD 4320 and it is giving me error codes 61 & 65. The lights work great, but now I have a flashing light on my dash and error codes, but only for the right side. Is this something I should worry about? I...

I burn coal. I had to replace my glass because I used glass cleaners with ammonia. They yellowed the glass to the point you could not see the fire. Now I just use white vinegar and a paper towel. Haven't had a problem since.