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This is kinda long ... I am in the market for a compact. Since the market is as it is, I have not bought yet. Not only is the pickins' slim, the price asking is not practical, and it is non-negotiable too. So I rent for maintenance on my property (15ac) from our locally owned equip store...

My 850 2WD seems awfully light in the front; many times when I need to make a tight maneuver, it just 'washes out' in the front; the wheels are cut (usually to the right, it seems) but the tractor pushes it forward or straight against the turned front tires. Tried it creeping along and doesnt...

recently purchased a 1979 JD 850 (late June 2013) and after limited use with a boxblade, I have been on the mend and have not been able to use the tractor. I did some basic maintenance after purchase like hydraulic fluid change / screen clean, air cleaner. I did notice a leak of hydraulics...

I need to change hydraulic fluid in a JD850, I think a '79 model. What type fluid is used for this tractor ? Also, where is the screen located ? According to TractorData, it requires 4-1/2 gallon but I'm having trouble finding information I can download for maintenance and repair. Anybody...

I purchased a used 850 and its got a couple issues that need to be addressed before I start working it - no brakes, and accelerator linkage. I'm not familiar with JD yet and need to find an on-line manual with a parts type illustration and a 'Chilton' type repair manual. the accelerator...

I guess the main question would be 'where is the PTO shifter located' on a 1980 JD 850 2WD ? hello, newbie here and I am looking at a 1980 JD 850. Cranked it and drove it a little yesterday and I am impressed with this little tractor. Only problem was that I could not dis-engage the PTO - it...