john deere 1026r

Morning - My 1026 had a 4:1 bucket with hoses coming from rear. The hoses coming from rear to front are really really long and wrap around the rear axle. Any direction on how the hoses should be routed and any tips on how to handle excess length

2012 after 30 minutes of run time has major engine issues

Replaced 2 u joints on pto shaft John Deere 1026 for 54d drive over deck . Can’t get shaft on mower deck to fully engage pto shaft. Deck needs to move 1 -2 inches rearward and is fully forward in front bracket. Any thoughts?

Hi everyone well looked at a 2013 1026R with 258 hrs. asking price is $12,900 it has a loader with leveler I would say the bucket looked well used. Tractor was clean tires good no leaks that I saw. Is this a fair price?

Doing snow today I notice my 4 wheel drive hard to put in and get out. I also notice when in 4 wheel going straight it worked fine. But as I turned the more I turn the more it seem to drag. But when I turn straight going forward or backward no problem. Last time I used it 4 days ago it...

Both subcompact, JD is a bit heavier and more hp. Both less than 300 hrs. Any benefit to one over another? Or mostly brand loyalty? Thank you.

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Anyone out there used one of these racks with their 1026 or 1025? Just wondering if it is just a bit too big for a small tractor. Thanks much.

Hello All, I thought it might be time to post this problem because I find little information out there. I have a Deere 1026R and just bought the Phoenix T4 tiller. I had the 60" tiller before this one and needed something smaller. The problem is nothing ever fits my 3 point the way it is...

Hi Everyone, Does anyone have one of those small John Deere 1026R subcompact tractors? My cousin's husband is having issues starting the tractor. He has to wiggle the hydro sifter back and forth for minutes until he fines a sweet spot and it will start. It seems like it is getting worst...

I have a 1026R that was new to me last year. I was able to attach and disconnect the deck then with no problem. Now I cannot get the arms to drop down to connect to the bar that hangs the mower. It is hydraulic lift. I have connected the appropriate hose to the hydraulic line. The arms behave as...

I recently purchased a used JD 1026R tractor. Unfortunately, the previous owner did not keep the manuals that came with the machine. Can someone point me in the right direction to locate replacements? Thanks.

looking at getting a sub compact for snow removal and mowing around my place. Narrowed my choices down to either a Deere 1026r or a Massey GC1705. These are the only two choice I'm really considering because these are the closest dealers to me in case I need service. Which one would be the...

I was using my 1026R today and the steering quit. The steering wheel spins, but the tires don't turn. I still have hydraulic functions to the loader, 3pt and mower. It only has 135 hours. The steering worked fine when when the steering wheel was all the way forward, but when I adjusted it back...

I was using my 1026R today and the steering quit. The steering wheel spins, but the tires don't turn. I still have hydraulic functions to the loader, 3pt and mower. It only has 135 hours. The steering worked fine when when the steering wheel was all the way forward, but when I adjusted it...

Help please! I have a JD 1026R and an Autoconnect 60D. I separated the tractor from the mower to change the blades but, when doing so, the mid-PTO drive shaft that runs the mower came off of the tractor. I reinstalled the drive shaft as I thought it should be installed but I can no longer...

How does the ride of the 1026R/1025R as compared to the 2320/2025R? I currently have a JD 4120 loader tractor & a 1026R for a mower. All of our dirt & driveway work is just about completed so I am looking to downsize. Looking to replace both with a 2025R. I am concerned about what the ride...

Looking to get rid of my 1026R. It has 80 Hrs and is a 2012. Size constraints. Would like an X748 Deere with 45 FEL. Any out there.

Hi if I could ask someone to help with this question I've tried to look on the Internet and on the forms and have not been able to find an answer. I am trying to find the length of this tractor with the backhoe in the down position so if someone could possibly take a measurement of their tractor...

Hey folks I have a 2012 1026r Fel. Was using it today added fuel, check fluids started ran fine was using FEL to grab some gravel and went to reverse and she died. Got nothing. No sounds lights hour meter etc. thought dead battery caused something so I checked that and used jump pack still...

Hey guys, I'm a new member but have been reading threads on here for some time... finally getting close to purchasing so I figured it was time to consult the experts. A local dealer has a 2013 (manufactured in 2012) 1026R that they recently got back on a trade in. It was purchased in Feb of...

Hello, I have quite the conundrum. I will be a first time tractor owner, shortly. I am looking at SCUTs with a FEL, MMM, and a backhoe. Uses will be mowing my small yard, moving snow (plan to use FEL, for now), expanding my driveway, doing some landscaping/gravel moving, installing deer...

Does anyone know where Deere hid the Warning Light Flasher Relay? :confused: I want to replace with a low amp trigger flasher & upgrade lights to LED. I looked around and could not find it. It is not in the fuse block either. The 3 relays there are for other things. I looked at the JD...

Since my engine runs below temperature (and at the end of last winter never warmed at all) I am going to replace the thermostat. The drain plug on the radiator isn't exactly conveniently located. Same with the engine block drain plug. Anyone have any pointers on the best way to drain the...

Has anyone ever seen an after market V-plow that would go on a a JD front quick attach?

I have a 1026r and the loader does not have any pressure when you try to curl the bucket. You can have the tractor running and easily curl the bucket up with your bare hands . It really sounds like it is working hard to curl it too. Anyone else have this issue? Tom

Well I'm finally on my 4 acres over a year now and decided I could use a small tractor for odds and ends, landscaping, mild brush hogging, snow (not much). I've got about 2.5 acres in mowing which I handle with my 60" Badboy...handles it fine and quick, although its a pain on slopes. The...

Hi, Greetings everyone. I have a couple of year old John Deere 1026R sub compact that I use to mow the lawn and move dirt/rocks/snow around (FEL/rear blade). I have a problem I could use some help on. The mower (PTO) stopped in the middle of mowing the lawn. Not good. The engine continued...

I have had my JD 1026R for about 2 years without a loader. Friday I picked up & installed a H120 on the tractor. After I got the loader installed, I spent a little over 3 hours moving dirt. I have read about the problems with the SCV, but at first I did not notice any of the symptoms other...

Stump loses!

I purchased the 1026R last year with R4's and they do an excellent job in the woods with the loader, but in my grass which tends to be softer and wet, I am tracking and sometimes tearing things up. The nature of grass in shade is the culprit as in the open the grass is tougher and the R4's are...

While mowing with my 1026 the other day, my mid PTO/Mowing deck just cut off while the engine stayed at the RPM's I had it set on. I throttled the RPM's back down, disengaged the PTO, re-engaged the PTO and throttled it back up to the recommended RPM's and started cutting again. It did this a...

I got a 3 spool valve mounted on the rear of my John Deere 1026R. It was not as difficult as I thought it would be. I removed the tool box & used those holes to mount a steel plate for the valve. I supplied the rear valve by cutting into the supply line running to the rear power beyond & also...

Hi, Has anybody tried to retrofit Deere's front dethatcher attachment for Lawn & Garden tractors to a 1000 Series Deere SCUT tractor? :confused3: We looked at it this weekend and the bracket on the dethatcher is identical width of the tractor front hitch bracket so it can not slide inside or...

Can anyone telll me where to buy the brackets and hoses to use my jd 445 quick hitch snow plough to my jd 1026r?

Members, Has anyone added wheel spacers to John Deere's 1000 Series SCUT Tractors? (1026R, 1023, 1025) Mowing on some of my slopes is a bit dicey, I am wondering if there is an aftermarket kit that would help. I looked in Attachments Menus, but the recommended vendor stopped at the 2000...

I've been wanting to build a ditch cleaning bucket for a while and I think a 24" is about all the 260 hoe can handle. Factory options are 8", 12", and 16". I have the 12" bucket which has a struck capacity of 0.66 cubic feet and weighs 49 lbs. The 24" bucket design should hold about 1.5 cubic...

Last night I had the opportunity to use my 1026R with a 47" snowblower. On parts of my drive I have to do a lot of short blows, backing up multiple times for the next short swath. Last year, with my X485 and blower, when I pushed the reverse pedal the blower/pto stopped. As I was backing up I...

Does it go in a threaded plug hole? Size? Which side and where on engine? Does Kats or any other aftermarket have them? Not going to pay dealer JD price or $400.00 for them to install. Thanks for looking.

I've looked closely at the 2032R and I just don't like the fit. 1026R is comfortable, steering/pedals/levers all seem to be in the right place. 2032R without tilt wheel, seems to be not much more for the money. 3320 seems to be slightly bigger than I want or need, but storage isn't a concern...

Bought this JD 1026R SCUT in June from leftover 2012 inventory to beat the EPA changeover from Nonroad Tier 3 --> 4 on small diesel engines. Finally got around to posting a photo. Traded in my 11 year old JD 445 L&G tractor - always wanted a compact tractor with front end loader - finally got it!!

Ok. I'm looking for a sub or compact tractor that can do it all. I'm kind of locked into the John Deere for the side by side pedal configuration and brand recognition. I will be purchasing a MMM and FEL as well. I cut about 2.5 acres that is partially wooded and will be using the FEL for...

The hydraulic noise ( Whining ) is so loud when the tractor is started up and remains that way when its hot or cold, even my neighbors tell me there is something wrong with it. The noise just started at 28hrs. And is embarrassing because I had a kubota that never made hat noise. When I looked at...

John Deere has got a fix out for the problem of the bucket/forks dropping when trying to feather the curl. They just got the new SCV out for it. My dealer has one on order for me. so all you guys with the same problem need to check with your dealer. I will see if my dealer will give me the...

I purchased a second JD 1026R before they ran out and only had the newer 1025's and 23's available. I'm going to deck this one out mainly for comfortable snow blowing this winter. The dealer has the tractor, 48" snowblower, and deck waiting for me. Before taking delivery I plan on having them...

Im right in the middle of unloading 4 yards or process off my trailer and the front loader stopped functioning correctly. The loader will move up and down, but the bucket will not tilt forward or backward correctly. When i move the yoke to the right, the bucket shudders a bit and slams back...

Will a post hole digger work on a John Deere 1026R ?

have a new JD 1026r diesel, six mos old, and past 2 times using it when i tried to start it it wouldnt turn over, message on dash says put in neutral which i did and still had trouble. It started after a bit. Today it did the same after running for about 5 hrs cutting grass with the rear brush...

Hello, newbie here... I'm looking at new sub compacts, the local dealer is asking practically the same price for the 2012 1026r as the 2013 1025r. Any thoughts on which is the better tractor? The sales guy didn't seem to acknowledge that there was any difference between the two. Thanks, George

Has any one tried to mount an X7xx signature series seat on a 1026r? The dealer was out replacing more parts on the mower deck (dealer set up issue) and suggested I look at the signature series seat as a swap for mine. He wasn't sure how compatible it would be but thought it might be workable...

Does anybody know if there is a smaller brush fork and/or grapple attachment for the Deere SCUT 1026R FEL H120? It sure would be nice to have for picking up tree branch slash to move to the burn pile. I currently have Deere's 53" wide materials bucket on the FEL. I don't need to pick up much...

I recently stopped at an area truck stop and purchased off road diesel fuel. At the pump it was labeled high sulfur off road fuel. After getting back home and dumping the first 5 gal in my 1026R, I noticed a sticker saying use low sulfur fuel only. Is it really an issue to run this fuel in the...

I am very happy with my 1026 until today. I got 43 hours on it and today I ran out of diesel when mowing. So went to town and got more filled it up and when I started going up a slight hill the rpm's went down and I put my foot on the brake and disengaged the blades it was running so rough the...

Has any one installed a John Deere SE seat or Michigan V-5300 on John Deere 1026R ?

Hi all, I purchased a new 1026r a couple of weeks ago and so far I am disappointed in its performance. I have owned several john Deere tractors in the past and have been completely satisfied with them. I have been a die hard JD person for years. When it was time for a new tractor the only...

has anyone had problems with 60d auto connect deck

I have just purchased a 1026r and need advise from those that have or currently own one. This is my first post so I'm not sure what to expect but here is my question. I have been getting very mixed information from the King Kutter dealers and the KK manufacturer as well as the John Deere dealer...

Just bought a 1026R, will be delivered this Friday. Going to get lots of goodies to go with it including deck, snow blower, tiller, loader, backhoe, and will pick up a cab before snow flies. What I'm really having a hard time with is the material collection system. My old X485 had a 3 bagger...

Good evening! This is my first post to his forum and from the the few threads I've read thus far I can tell there are a lot of very knowledgable people here willing to share and help others. I just sent my John Deere X485 back to the dealer. He'll be delivering a 1026R with tiller, deck, snow...

I have a new 1026R and I like the tractor, but hate the seat suspension. I also have a 2520 that I hated the seat, but I solved that problem by installing a suspension base for a 3320. INFINITELY BETTER! I have been reading a lot about folks buying the Michigan seat from Northern Tools...

Local dealer has one X740 left on his lot and has it priced at $9900 with a 62" deck. He said he'd give us $6500 for our X720 with a 54" deck and little over 200 hours on it. That would give us a new unit with a another 4 years of warranty but that does seem like a lot just to get into a diesel...

I'm pretty sure I remember seeing almost the identical thread on here, but I cannot find it now. I also think my situation is slightly different than the original post. I have a 5075m that I use for most of my real work around the farm, but I need something smaller for tasks around the house...

Sooo... I pulled the trigger on a 1026R TLB... It's one of the last ones available in New England. I'm super pumped and can't wait to get it home! I know there is an owners manual and a service manual, but have some basic maintenance questions and I'm sure I'll get different answers, but...

I have a 2011 1026R. I have had some issues with the hydraulics. The first is that my loader wants to dump when trying to roll it back. I notice this more with the pallet forks on than with the bucket. It acts like there is a "Dead Spot" in the valve. It is worse if I am try to feather it...

So, as I continue to research tractors based on what I need now and in the future, I was originally counting out SCUTs, but want to take a look at them to see if they may suffice. Between the MF GC / 1700 series and the JD 1025/26R, which would be the stronger of the two for loader and...

:confused3:I want to use my almost new 1970's cat 0 implements on my new JD 1026 , plow , disc , harrow , box scraper , cultivator . got the conversion bushings but the distance between the link bars is to wide on the JD 1026 . These were made quite well for a sears suburban garden tractor .

I have an enclosed Pace American Motorcycle type trailer with the rear ramp door. Question: Would I be able to load and haul my 1026R w/backhoe & loader on it? I am a little fearful of the ramp and floor strength. :confused2: thnx, LJ

Hi guys, First time on here. I have been researching tractors on the web for a few months. I have an appt w/my JD salesman tomorrow to try a 1026r. From my many hours of reviewing and trying to justify the expense......I am confident I will be the proud owner of it tomorrow! I cannot wait. I...

Glad to be a part of the site! Got a quote of $16,872 for a 2013 1026R with 60 in. 7 iron MMM and H120 Loader and Ballast Box. This quote includes everything except sales tax. Yay or Nay? Thanks in advance!

I've got a fiberglass canopy for my 1026. I got it as part of my package. It was thrown in and wasn't itemized on my paperwork. I used it for six hours, then took it off and put it in my basement. Im putting it on Craigslist. Does anyone know how much I should ask for it?

I was wondering if there is a way to turn up the hydralic pressure on my 1026.The 260 hoe seems a little weak. 5 or 10% would probably help quite a bit.

Does anyone know how high to the top of the rop?. I have a 6' high door will it fit?

I am getting bigs on a new 1026r tractor.. Anyone know why some dealers ask 1000 in total to setup? How much work do they actually do... Seems to me that is being over compensated

8-10" of new snow. Tractor is working as a John Deere should!

G'Day I live just outside Perth in Western Australia on a 5 acre block. Mostly old pasture but big trees round the edges and with a bit of a slope. I need to keep the weeds on the block down until I can eventually get a lawn going. We also need to plant some trees as well as maintain my gravel...

Anyone notice new tractors on the Deere.com 1 series lineup? There is a 1025r, and a 1025R "FILB" (Factory Installed Loader Backhoe), in addition to the original 1023 and 1026. Am I to understand the 1025 is a derated engine for tree huggers? It appears you can longer price a 1026r. Just...

We have been working long and hard to update our brand new website with more information for all of you John Deere Tractor fans out there. Not only do we provide the best equipment at the best prices possible, but we are also looking to provide more helpful tips and tricks as resources for all...

Hello, I'm new here and need some help with the same ole question....which tractor do I get? This will be our first tractor so I have a lot of questions. We're closing on a foreclosure the end of Feb which has 11 acres. One acre around house has been maintained but the other 10, previous horse...

I have a 1026r which I have used on my existing 1 acre property for about 6 months. I have purchased 5 acres of multi terrain wooded lot with about an acre of clearing. I plan on using the tractor to work my way through the wooded lot making trails etc. It will require some lifting, driving...

LONG time lurker here...I have spend days reading reviews and comments on compact utility tractors prior to finally ordering my Deere 2520 last week. I own about 5acres in Western Pennsylvania. The property is typically western PA...all hills, pretty steep in places. I also have a paved...

Hello everyone, I'm new to this forum but have owned my JD 1026R since April. I have two properties on opposite sides of the same street. Total 4 acres; our home and 2 acres largely forest/saw grass and the other a 3-unit rental building with LOTS of lawn. I also bought an X310 (thanks to the...

2 Acres of woods and a new home in State College, Pa. FEL and MMM with Ballast Box on my new 1026R Series I subcompact with Turf Tires and chains when I need it. A whole 8.1. hours in to this beast. I use the ROP and follow the safety recommendations, cause I am retired and do this for fun...

Hello, For those that own a 1026R have you had to grease to U joints on the Drive Shaft from the engine to the transmission yet? Or even seen in your manual that there are grease nipples to grease on that Drive Shaft? I am wondering if it is like the 2305 where is almost impossible to get at...

It was brought to my attention by a TBN member that the new 1026R equip with the new snowblower have a cv joint on the short shaft, the one going to the blower. Could anyone confirm this for me. One picture shows the small shaft with the regular u-joint. The other picture shows the long shaft...

I've finally decided a SCUT is my best option...80% mowing, 20 % odd jobs (firewood, landscaping, etc). I've run the circuit on shopping. I'm still considering the following; All Loader/MMM. JD 1026R $17K (2305) $10.5K +/- Mahindra Max 22 or 25...

I pulled the trigger yesterday on the Deere 1026R. It was on the floor with the FEL (H120), ballast box, and 7 Iron MMM with quick disconnect. I added the 647 Tiller, Front Blade with hyd lift and angle, Box Scraper for my 350 ft. gravel driveway and the iMatch for the 3 point. Spent a bit more...

Hello everyone. As usual I am trying to get my best bang for the buck when it comes to attachments for my 1026R. I have the FEL and Box Blade already. Snow season is approaching and I am wondering if it is now time to buy that rear blade. I currently use a push snow blower for my snow removal...

My 1026R overheated today-- the grill clogged with fluffy grass seeds, and the automatic PTO shutoff kicked in along with the "engine overheat" message on the LCD display. I followed the JD manual instructions, set the throttle to low idle and allowed the engine to cool down before shutting...

Could someone give the price of the above noted mower? The dealer has mixed things up so that I don't the price of the mower and I want to wait a bit before buying but I don't want to get beat. Thanks Chris:)

Can someone me give a price on the above noted mower deck? Dealers are mixing things so one doesn't know what the actual price of the deck is and I wish to wait a bit before buying and not get beat. Thanks Chris:)

We bought an old farm house a year and a half ago and this past summer I picked up a John Deere 1026R with some attachments. I'm having the time of my life with this thing. Nothing like having a piece of equipment that's fun to use.

HI all any one have 2012 1026r with frt 54 johndeere blower.they have installed sensor on drive shaft.anyone know what it is for.I asked dealer and they said was new for 2012 buy did not know what it was for.

I've been looking for a new mower with a front end loader and 3 point hitch to use around my house in eastern OK. It's a 3 acre lot, dead flat except for some ditches along the road that are still easily mowed a couple months a year when they're dry enough to support a tractor. If they're wet, I...

I am new to the world of tractors and have a delemma of purchsing a JD 1026R or going for the bigger 2520. I live in Virginia and have six cleared acres. Ten trees on the property. I have a 50 foot incline at maybe a 10% slope along with a couple of gullys with a bit steeper slope. I have...

Finally got my 1026R with FEL, belly mower, and rear blade. I have now practiced attaching and disattaching all three attachments. I have also graded some dirt and hauled heavy stuff in FEL...and mowed the lawn twice. So far, I am full on in love. No hesitation at any time with the 27...

When I have to curl with my pallet forks on unless I move the valve all the way open very fast I get backflow through the circuit and the forks drop a couple of inches before curling back properly. Is there an easy fix to this problem? It makes bulky items scary to lift.

Thinking of buying a 1026R with a QuikTrak Mower. My question is would I be able to use a Front Mount Snow Blower on the 1026R? Thanks

I am a tractor newbie. I have a nice new JD 1026R with the 60 inch autoconnect mid-mount mower. I mow about 4 acres of not so lush grass. What is the best RPM to operate the tractor while mowing? I've gotten 3 answers from the dealer (I think I bought the only 1026R that they've sold). I've...

I was wondering if anybody has noticed their tractor drinking the fuel? It seems that I get about 2 1/2 hours (hour meter) out of 5 gallons of fuel. This is my first diesel mower and it just seems like alot fuel compared to my 445 I sold. The tractor seems to be okay and has plenty of power so I...

Wanting to install a rear light for my JD the dealership made it sound easy but even after looking at the harness was a bit leary of it. Anyone have an idea and light suggestion for my application.

I recently got married and purchased our first piece of property here in the hills of WV. The 15 acre farm we purchased has been abandoned for about 10 years, and we are trying to reclaim it to eventually build a home. So far we have cleared and cleaned up everything using a 42" 14hp yard...

I am new to all of this just bought me a John Deere 1026 r in May, with a FEL and rear box scrapper. I been tossing around the idea about getting a snow blower, think I could make some extra money doing people's driveways, plus use it for my own. I don't think the wife would spring for a brand...

As I was mowing the other day, I noticed my rpm's dropping. I pushed the throttle forward & it slowly fell backwards. I took the side panel off and noticed a hard rubber washer (?), between the throttle handle and the throttle mount, was worn and falling out. I tightened the throttle from...

:) Last 2 evenings had my first mowing with new 1026r and 60"mmm. Will have to say it can shoot the grass out the side discharge and leaves a very nice cut lawn. Very impressed with both tractor and mower. While mowing last evening I had a 1500-2000' driveway I needed to cut both sides , so I...

Hey all, New guy here. Just ordered a John Deere 1026r with loader and backhoe from a local dealer after they let me test run one they just put a backhoe on for a previous customer. I must say, I'm quite impressed with this setup (aside from the over-abundance of plastic anyway... but I can...

my dad and I share a 61 acre farm, 45 acres of which is open and another 16 acres of woods. our 1997 JD 345 has almost 2000 hours on it and is starting to show its age and while our NH T2310 is relatively new, I want to trade it on something bigger. I've been telling my dad about the 1 series...

I took delivery of a new JD 1026R today . I am disappointed that you can not mow while abacking up. can anyone tell me how to disconnect that safety feature

Well, fellow sub-compact owners, after almost rolling down the hill today with my 1026r and backhoe, I have decided that it would be nice to leave it in gear and creep up the hill with a hand control instead of my current method of reaching around and pushing the hydro lever with my spare 12"...

Thanks in advance for all replies.. Just wondering the other evening while sitting on 1026R at dealers I think I seen a true temp gauge (not a idiot light) in the dash. Then after getting home and looking a JD papers it looks like a guage on there photos. So to the owners of the 1026R my...

Hi, I've had my 1026R for about two months now and only had to get towed out of the mud once so far! Anyway my backhoe slowly falls to the ground over a day or two (if not pinned), is that normal or is there a leak in the hydraulics? Thanks, Nick C.

Just sold my X748 with loader so I can buy a new 1026R, but I have a chance to buy a 2305 with 62C instead. It has 100 hours and looks new. Still has a year of warranty. Anyone have any advice? I don't normally buy used, but I want to make the right decision.

Hello everyone, New to the forum and looking to get my first tractor soon. Residential use in Ohio, 2 acres to mow, 3 acres to keep clear, 250' driveway, and creek to keep clean. Lots of hills. I believe that the Kubota and John Deere are the top choices with reputable dealers nearby...

hello all nice site here.Any one own 1026r with 54 mower.Any one have one that mower will not lock after you drive over mower on install.When dealer drop it off he said need to use mower and paint would wear off and it would lock would lock when install deck.Should of told he to bring it back .I...

Hi, I'm looking to buy a 1026r. I have a old Bush hog 60'' finish mower. Is the MMM 54'' or 60'' quick-connect worth the investment or my old Bush hog will do the job? Regards,

Really not sure if this is a stupid question or not, or I just haven't taken a good look at my mower deck.... Are the wheels on the 54" mower deck for the 1026R not supposed to swivel? Every time I cut a hard turn they dig into my lawn. My last small John Deere riding mower had swivel wheels...

about a month ago i traded my 2210 and opted to keep the 260 backhoe and 47 snowblower i purchased my tractor "in the crate" electing to install options myself based on my experience installing power beyond and 260 backhoe on my 2210 i will say it is a great experience learning about how the...

I took delivery of a 2012 John Deere 1026R last night. I did not get a loader on mine, but got the 60 Auto-Connect deck and a Frontier 48 box blade. Ordered a few options on my unit; hydraulic mower lift, rops-mounted front and rear work lights, and a third SCV mounted on the rear of the...

I'm looking at a lightly used JD 1026R with 60" mower and loader. The machine has 36 hours on it and the dealer is offering about 8 percent off their standard price for an all new machine. Standard warranty is also transferred. I'm new to sub-compact tractors (stepping up from basic mowers to...

I love my 2010 X748 with 60D 7-Iron Deck, 45 Loader, 3-Bag MCS, but I've decided to sell it and get a new 1026R. Since switching to the X700 series I haven't been tempted by ANYTHING, but have looked at the new 1-series and, idk, I think they're nice. Am I nuts? Will I regret the change? I have...

I love my 2010 X748 with 60D 7-Iron Deck, 45 Loader, 3-Bag MCS, but I've decided to sell it and get a new 1026R. Since switching to the X700 series I haven't been tempted by ANYTHING, but have looked at the new 1-series and, idk, I think they're nice. Am I nuts? Will I regret the change? I...

Can any of you experts clarify this something for me. I was doing a little research on the Yanmar engine in a JD2305 and a JD1026r. To be specific, it is a Yanmar 3TNV76. In the 2305 it is rated at 24.1hp. In the 1026r it is rated at 25.2. My question is in regards to something I noticed in...

New member in Houston, Texas

Im having a very difficult time trying to decide between SCUT or CUT. Im on 3 acres (2 mowable) and am having a hard time deciding what tractor to buy. I love the size of the little guy 1026r but my dad is telling me that im wasting my money and should just buy a 'real tractor' which starts at...

I just got my bosch style diverter valve from surplus center and I'm getting ready to build a mount for it and hook up my hydraulic hoses this weekend or early next week. I'm building the grapple from a sheet of steel diamond plate I got for $60 at the scrap yard. Total cost for the project...

Has anyone had any problems with their bucket not holding down pressure? I have been using mine alot lately to move dirt and every time I tilt the bucket to back drag with it, it just goes flat. It acts as if it has air in the hydraulic system, but it never does it when I'm breaking dirt out of...

I recently bought a John Deere 1026R TLB with the 60D mower for my 3.5 acres. I spent a lot of time deliberating between the 2320 and the 1026R. I went with the 1026R due to the significantly lower price (bout 3K diff for whole package), more HP, and some of the creature comforts on the 1026R...

I recently bought a John Deere 1026R TLB with the 60D mower for my 3.5 acres. I spent a lot of time deliberating between the 2320 and the 1026R. I went with the 1026R due to the significantly lower price (bout 3K diff for whole package), more HP, and some of the creature comforts on the 1026R...

I am about to pull the trigger on a 2012 1026R, and am wondering if you can help me figure out if this is a good deal... I was offered $21,861.00 ($23,085.22 with tax) for the following, delivered to my doorstep: 1. John Deere 1026R Tractor - $11,186.21 + tax - Includes: Engine Block Heater...

I am anxiously awaiting delivery of my new 1026R and would like to know if any 1026 owners could tell me the lift arm spacing? Not sure if it will be 26" for a limited category 1 hitch. Thanks

Hello, I am the proud owner of a new 2012 1026R and would like to know if a small logging winch is available for such a small tractor? I'm thinking the style that is more or less a large metal plate that connects to the 3pt. hitch like you see on larger tractors. Thanks, Troy.

Hi folks, New to the forum and I have a question on the price of a 1026R with the following options, H120 FEL (with ballast box) 7 Iron 60" with auto connect Power Flow and Bagger 54" Snow Blade with hydro to articulate it Turf Tires Front Rear Rops light package $20567 Is that a decent price...

Hello, First post here. I've owned a JD 265 for 18 yrs. It has the powerflow and instead of a 3 bushel bagger, I opted for a JRCo trailer with a 2 pt. hitch. It worked great! 2 big ole casters and with the 2 pt hitch, it followed me around without jack knifing. When it comes time to...

I've got a question for the masses - my local JD dealer quoted me 20400 for the 1026R w/ the h120 loader, 60Dmmm, rimguard, & the 260 backhoe at the end of April. now in May Deere has the $750 rebate instead of the $500 rebate in april. i asked the dealer if they'd knock $250 off since i...

Got a quote from 2 nearby dealers on a 1026r w/ loader, mmm, and 260 backhoe. the price was right around 20K with incentives and 0% financing. is that a fair deal? i'm in the northeast. Thanks.

I just got my new1026R the other day and was wondering if anybody had one with a 54 inch snow blade. I'm trying to find some pictures of the front adapter for the QH. The dealer told me the hitch from my 445 won't work on this tractor but I think I can fabricate something to make it work. So if...

Considering a 1026r, 2720 or 3720. I have about 4 acres that I mow. Some of it hilly and uneven. I have been using a Badboy zturn that has a 26hp Kawazaki that mows fine. From everything I have been reading in the forums, maybe I should keep the BAd Boy for mowing and use the tractor for...

Which will hold resale best.

I have seen a few people on the forums share printable pdf checklist forms they made up themselves for the maintenance of their tractors. Very Handy. Has anyone made one for their John Deere that would be the same maintenance schedule for a 1026R? Sounds petty but way easier then what they...

Im sure this has been answered 100 times over, but was curious as to what are some good alternatives to my 1026R's engine oils, transmission, hydraulic fluids, grease, etc. as opposed to always traveling to the John Deere dealer? I have always been on the fence with other equipment I have...

I'm about to purchase a new 1026R and was wondering which was more preferred for raising the mower, with the 3pt or the independent lift? I know they want another $750 for the independent lift and wasn't sure if is was worth it.

Hey, this might sound like a crazy question, but I noticed the other day that my neighbor has a JD2210 with a 210 loader on the front. It look startlingly similar to the 1026R that I have been looking to buy so i decided to do some research and on paper, they look VERY similar. I decided to...

Hey everyone. Plan on doing various work with my new 1026R. Box Blading, pulling lifting, etc. I am also going to be pulling a small trailer with it for landscaping needs and firewood. What is the absolute best method of hitch for trailer on a tractor? Is a Draw bar the way to go? Fast and...

Long time lurker and dreamer here, and now it's time to turn to you guys for some insight... Last fall I accompanied my brother-in-law to a local JD dealer to pick-up a lawnmower that he bought from them. I got talking with the salesman about my 3.5 acres and what I used to maintain it -...

In my obsessive quest to find the best replacement for my 2305, I've come back to considering the 1026r. :confused2: My question is: Has anyone put a top n tilt on their 1026r? I'm planning on buying a BH, which gives me the Power Beyond, but I don't know how that plays into a spool (rear...

My hour meter on my JD 1026r has stopped. Does anyone know a simple way to get to the wiring and check if it has come unplugged. The dealer is a long ways away. Thanks.

Got a quote for $16,800 loader and auto connect deck. The price is including roll off and set up. What do you think.

My 1026R just started making a noise a noise when I raise the three point hitch (with box blade) and mowing deck. I only hear it when I first crank it up and raise them. After it runs, the noise hours away. It sounds almost like a grunt and it started at 49.9 hours. Has anyone else experienced...

Just got my JD 1026R TLB last week. Great machine. Very impressed so far. Looking for a trailer for it now. Anybody know what the total weight is with the front loader and backhoe on it? Can't find it anywhere on the JD website.

I feel like a kid on Christmas Eve. :)

To all, I have had a fellow interested in my 2320. Not sure if he is going to buy it, but unless I find my dream property (I have two current areas which I am considering) I would likely look to replace the 2320 if I sold it with a 1026R. It is smaller tractor but would likely do everything I...

Hello, first time posting on TBN. I'm hoping to tap your vast knowledge and experience. I'm currently looking at buying either a Deere 1026R or a BX2660 with comparable implements: - Loader (200CX vs LA243) - Midmount mower (60D 7-Iron vs RCK60B23BX) - Rotary cutter (Frontier RC2048 vs...

I bought my 1026R new in October 2011 and have just 12 hours on it. Price: ~$12,600 with the H120 loader. I live outside Buffalo NY on 1.5 acres. As always, I got a straight deal on the price and my trade (X520 lawn tractor) from Bill at Zahm & Matson in North Collins. If you're in the...

We had a couple of inches of powdery snow last night. Almost not even enough to be worth clearing, but a chance to try the new machine. A few question: - Don't know what will happen with deeper and wetter snow, but the blower seemed happy around 3000 RPM. I prefer to keep engine speed down to...

Hello John Deere owners! As my sig suggests, I currently have a Bobcat that I am selling as it is a larger than my current needs and find that the new 1 Series would suit my needs as I am also selling my Craftsman garden tractor. Would around $16k be a good price for tractor, H120 loader and...

Question. I have some woods and trails which slope from left to right at a 10 degree angle. The trails has all kind of leafs on it so I ask my dealer about placing chains on my new 1026R when it comes in, He said NO. Do not not place chains on it His reply was something about the tractor going...

For some reason, I generally seem to have to move snow at night. Headlights bounce back more light from blower or loader than they send forward, so that's NG. Those cute little side-lights on the 1026R turn out to be on pointable mounts - if it says that in the manual, I missed it. Anyway...

I recently sold my 425 lawn tractor that had been used around my property for mowing, snow removal, brush clearing, and fire wood gathering. My property is 4 acres of quite steep hills, mostly neglected woods, dead-fall sealed in with vines, about 1/2 acre lawn. I'm trying to clean up the wooded...

Just getting familiar with the new SCUT, so a few questions: 1. The mid-PTO came without any kind of cover, and dealer wasn't aware of one. But I don't like to leave it bare while doing loader work on rough ground. There are two screws that look like they might be made to mount a hard cover...

Got a price this weekend for a 1026R for $9,999.00. First that seems like a decent price as far as what I know. This will be my first tractor ever so I have a lot to learn. I want a tiller attachment and maybe a mower od sorts for the 1 acre pasture, want a small disc'er because pasture seems...

I'm planning to downsize from a CUT to a subcompact. Major landscaping is done, and instead of a BH, I now need a snowblower and loader that can move in tight spaces. No mowing or other types of work needed (yet). Major contenders were Kubota BX2360 (great machine, but I don't like the HST...

I went out to my garage this morning and noticed a few drops of transmission fluid underneath my tractor below the transmission. I checked my fluid level and it was just below full. I tightened the bolts by hand around the area where I noticed the leak and each bolt may have turned less than a...

Hi I just took delivery of a 1026R with a FEL, turf tires, and grill guard. I had been looking for about 2 months at three - Kubota bx2660, a Mahindra 2516, and the JD 1026R. On monday I decided for a number of reasons to go with the 1026R. Stopped by the dealer on Tuesday and he had the...

I've got a 1026r with a 260 backhoe that I have been doing commercial work with and I was wondering if there is anyway to speed up the hydraulic pump flow by either turning up the pump, having it modified by a shop for more displacement, or replacing it with a higher flow unit? This may heat up...

Well after a three month wait, my 1026R has finally arrived, will be delivered Monday, they were setting it up today but I got to drive it for a few minutes. As this is the first 1026R I have ever seen I will try and give you my first impression: (some comments are based upon comparison...

Unit was delivered last Thursday (9/01), loaded it up and took it to our camping property on Friday morning. 53" bucket on the H120 loader frame, 42" Horst Welding forks, CountyLine CarryAll, turf tires (R3s). Comparing to a Deere 4115 sold 5 years ago. Steering effort is minimal, same or...

Anyone got a 1026r yet? I should have mine in next week. I thought this would be a good choice because I have hilly, uneven terrain to cut. I also have about 150 yards of driveway to maintain. I'm interested to hear feedback on this model. I'm a beginner and I'm sure I'll be using this site...

Well Guy痴 let me run something by you, the 1026R keeps getting slipped and now they say late September and not sure when the mower deck will be available which brings me to my question. My dealer has a used 2305, 79 hours, he said due to the long wait I have endured he will put a new 62C deck on...

My dealer has one but he said the mower decks won't ship untill September. There are lots of new things here I like!

Hi Everybody, John Deere recently sent us some limited information about the 1023E and 1026R... you can read it and see a photo here: John Deere’s New 1 Series 1023E and 1026R - TractorByNet.com

Hi everybody! So I've been researching compact tractors for probably six months now and have been lurking here for a lot of information. Wanted to say thanks for being such a cool forum. I was pretty decided on the 2305, but then this 1026 came into the mix. In looking at the preliminary...

I have seen the new John Deere 1026r at a local show this weekend.

I know alot of you guys are wanting to see the new 1026r and the Power Show Ohio may be your chance. It the 28-30 of January at the Columbus expo center. That's were I first saw alot of the new Deere models over the years.

I've been dying for information on the new 1023/1026 since I first heard about it. I get the concept of the long roll out, but JD has really frozen me -- I was really close to buying a 2320 (or maybe a 2520) this past summer/fall, but when I heard of the great improvements made to the 2305 a la...