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    Need replacement seat for JD 48 backhoe

    Seat that came on the JD 48 backhoe has finally deteriorated and is toast -- replacement cost appears to be $130 --- YIKES!--------would think there is a cheaper alternative out there --- have looked a places like N T but cannot find one with similar dimensions ---any ideas?? THANKS GW
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    replacement seat for JD 48 backhoe

    Seat that came on the JD 48 backhoe has finally deteriorated and is toast -- replacement cost appears to be $130 --- YIKES!--------would think there is a cheaper alternative out there --- have looked a places like N T but cannot find one with similar dimensions ---any ideas?? THANKS GW
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    Curtis cab --------GRRRRRRRRRRR!

    I have a Curtis Cab on my JD 4700-------cab is about 8 -- maybe 10 years old at the most -- several of the parts (door/window handles etc) are deteriorating and breaking -- just called Curtis and they tell me "tough luck!------no longer carry or handle the parts for your cab"------ that is...
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    460 loader - pause in bucket hydraulics - help

    When using my loader (bucket) I way to often get a 3 second pause in the reaction of the bucket to the hand lever - if that makes sense -- there also appears to be (on occasion) a lot of slop in the bucket hydraulics -- it seems to be getting worse -- any ideas??
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    Backhoe  48 backhoe - cylinder leaking - need replacement

    One of the hyd cylinders on my 48 backhoe is leaking to the point I really need to consider replacing it - seems that there have been several postings as to the lousy quality of these cylinders and noting the point that apparently they cannot be repaired but must be replaced - therefore the...
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    Loaded up and go'in digging

    Loaded up and go\'in digging Actully took this last summer - was just cleaning out some files and thought I would share the attached.
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    4700 - DOA - steering kaput - Dang!!

    Steering completely failed on my Green Machine - had just driven in the driveway from spraying the neighbor’s field - pulled down the drive and tried to make a U-turn to load up with more spray - YIKES! No steering at all!!----Luckily there were no cars/trucks/vehicles in the immediate vicinity...
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    JD 666 PTO sno eater - 4 sale

    Anybody need a model 666 PTO snow eater?? Have friend with one for sale - looks like it is made for/fits a 4000 series -- I am not sure as to the actuall fit or match up but based on what I observed feel that the 4000 series (bigger ones) would be the correct fit. This unit still has original...
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    4700HST trans filter # ????

    Help! – What is the correct part # for trans/hydraulic filter for a 4700HST—my manual shows part # AM102723 – however, the JD web site shows this # and also #LVA10419 --- there was a note on the JD web site about a year ago that the second part number (LVA10419) was an update due to a need for...
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    Flashing Icon next to hour meter???

    Never noticed it before but on the left side of the hour meter window is a little Icon - not sure what it is for?? Looked in the manual for my 4700HST and no clue - nada info that I can find. When I noticed it last night - I had finally got around to washing the crud/dust off the dash from...
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    Electric Tee Switch for Hydraulic lines

    Have any of you used or know of a electronic actuated tee switch for a hydraluic line such as on your loader bucket. Saw a hydraulic driven post hole digger at a local show - guy selling them had a switch in the bucket line where he could use the line for two different items - man was that neat...
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    Solar lights

    Anybody have experience with solar lighting? I would like to install two solar lights on top of my entry gate posts- however not sure how where to go for info or materials??
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    4700 - FILTER PART #?

    Help! - I need the oil filter # and trans filter # for my 4700 HST. Went to the JD dealer - he was for what ever reason less than positive about part #'s - think he was new to the whole thing - they gave me - oil # M806419 and trans #AM102723 - they do not look the same size as what is on there...
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    FREE GRILL GUARD!

    I'll give this one more try - I have installed the Armour Package on my 4700 (Great idea) -- I have the grill guard left over from the 460 loader package - if somebody would like it - and wants to pay the freight from CO to ? email me at woodmnctry@qwest.net
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    Armour kit installed - grill guard left over

    The armour kit is installed (on a 4700)and has already paid for itself by saving the hood from rocks and brush a couple of times. The old grill guard that I believe was part of the 460 loader package is avaiable to someone if they would want it - send me an email and we will discuss the...
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    JD Historical reference book???

    Need recomendation on obtaining a book that accurately depicts the various JD equipment models - such as manure spreaders etc. We are trying to identify the model and history of a manure spreader that has been in the family for a whole bunch of years. I need to find/buy a book that will...
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    Loader Warranty - how long

    Hate to admit this but I am not sure as to the warranty details relating to the loader (460) that came with my new tractor - don't think that the dealer ever explained anything and I don't seem to be able to find anything in the manual. For that matter it looks as if the warranties by JD on the...
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    How much does a HD bucket cost?

    Looks like I need a new Heavy Duty 73" bucket - how much should this cost? Dealer is quoting $705. This will be the 73" HEAVY DUTY for a 460 JD loader.
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    Broke my bucket!!!

    Just busted the bee-jeepers out of my bucket! Bucket is the 73" model on a 460 loader which is mounted on my 4700 HST. While back dragging some willows that I had just dug out - the mounting pins on the bottom of the bucket ripped out and the top hooks punched in = big oh-oh! Bucket just...
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    Roto - tiller recomends?

    Thinking about purchasing a rotto tiller for the 4700 - I have less than zero experience with one of these - was thinking about a 62" or 72" unit - will use for my own and some light commercial stuff. Need input on brand / durability / size and any thing else regarding one of these. Also -...
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    Tires  Foam filled tires??

    Thought that I previously observed a post re foam filled tires - no can find - but would also like to hear from the troops as to the success of this venture. As I recall this added about 800 lbs weight on a 4600. I am really interested in the concept of puncture proof tires.
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    Horn - Honk Honk ?

    Has anyone put a decent horn or any horn at all on their machine? I think that this would be a very viable and usefull addition. I am definately going to do something and am looking for ideas and experience.
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    Tooth Bar for 72" Bucket - where to buy?

    Tooth Bar for 72\" Bucket - where to buy? I realize there have been several prior discussions on where and how much $ for bucket tooth bars - however, now that I need one can't find the info - as to where and how much?????
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    460 loader pallet forks $ ?

    Need to buy the pallet/forklift attachement for a 460 loader - has anyone recently purchased this item and how may $'s?
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    ?? Which loader bucket do I have

    When I ordered my 4700 with the 460 loader I requested the 73" bucket. However, the stuctural soundness/strength of the bucket that was delivered is rather marginal and has bent/deformed beyond what I feel is acceptable. I just noted in the manual for the 460 loader that there are three...
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    HELP!! 4700HST KAPUT!

    Need you guys help on this one - While merrily running the 4700 with the brush hog - shut down the PTO and turned off the engine as someone was walking up to the tractor. Guess what -- it is still setting there as the unit will not start. All the dash light indicator lights come on as normal -...
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    Air Cleaner - Check it!!!

    Just experienced a major foo-bah on my part that could have been avoided. Machine (4700 HST) suddenly would not rev and was smoking and belching something fierce - thought that I had a clogged injector or ? Needed perodic service any way so dealer generously picked up the machine to look at...
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    Rotary Cutter  Rotary Cutters

    Ok guys - I need a new and improved 72" industrial strength cutter - who makes the best one? We will use the cutter behind a JD 4700 for whacking sage brush and rather large willow bushes (5') that have invaded our pasture. We were looking at the JD MX6 - Brush Hog 406 or 306. Your...
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    Tractor Tunes

    I am looking for an overhead console unit with AM/FM radio and CD player for the cab on my JD4700. I have found one with a tape player but would like one with a CD player. The unit that I found was also a bit on the cheap (spelled marginal sound quality) side from the local Country General...
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    Ballast  Wheel weights

    Cowboydoc! As I recall somewhere in a seperate post you indicated that you had 600 lbs of wheel weights on you 4600. How did you acomplish that? My dealer is indicating that the weights come in 100+lb increments - did you stack 3 per rear wheel? Would you still do that? Your thoughts please. GW
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    Security & Theft  JD or other THEFT = N O T!!!!

    OK u guys need your thoughts and ideas on this one. I am in need of an anti - theft system for the NU GREEN. I need a shut out system or what ever you want to call it to prevent someone from being able to start and move (commonly know as STEALING or THEFT) the machine. The whole thing started...
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    Adj Draft Links -45,46,4700

    The Adjsutable Draft Links will be available in a couple of months! Though I was repeatedly advised by the dealer that they were not availabe and probaly would not be - voila! - my new 4700 owners manual shows the "adjustable draft links" as an option. I called the JD hotline and was told...
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    4700 - u can call me "Owner"

    4700 - u can call me \"Owner\" 4700 HST w/ 460 FEL and 48 backhoe has arrived and is working-- all I can say is AWSOME!!!!! The 4700 is a great piece of machinery. Over the last several days I have put about 20 hours on the machine scraping, pushin, and stackin horsey doo-doo and snow. The...
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    Tire chains for sno pushin

    Would like to hear from those of you with experience in pushin snow with your tractor and the preferred tire chain design. I have previously utilized the design that is shown on tirechains.com as the "Duo-Grip" with reasonable results. However is their a better design???? I have observed on...
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    Category Clasifications ????

    Not sure where to post this ???? but will go for the Green page. What determines the "Category" of a tractor. I have observed several tractor componnets that are noted as being for Category 1 tractors. I assume that this is an engineered design rating but what are the guidelines? The item...
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    L4200/backhoe ????

    Help! Just found a used L4200 w/ factory cab for sale, that looks to be in reasonable shape. However, local dealer is telling me that I cannot mount a backhoe on this unit as the factory cab interferes. Can any of you fine and most all knowing Orange owners confirm or advise me on this issue...
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    JD4700 a comin'

    JD4700 a comin\' The decision is in - after counting and re-counting (all by hand of course) all of the equipment bids, comparing horsepower per dollar, analyzing re-sale values, considering parts avalibilty, evaluating fit and finish, driving/operating each unit, analyzing operator controls...
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    4700????

    Sorry - being the new guy I just posted my ???'s in the wrong place (Pricing Forum). Anyway , I'm very close to buying a 4700 MFWD w/460 FEL (w/ High volume bucket), 48 backhoe, MX6 Rottary cutter, 7' rear blade and "Curtis" canopy. Unit will be utilized for pushing snow (reside @ 8000' in...
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    4700

    Howdy from the bumpy country - I'm new to this forum. However, having beaten myself stupid between buying Orange and Green a 4700 Greenie w/460 FEL (w/High Volume Bucket, 48 Back hoe, MX6 Rotary Cutter, 7'rear blade and "Curtis" canopy is a hick-up away from taking up residence at my place...
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