john deere 445

So I have a 445 that I want to bring back to life starting with a good replacement engine. It currently has the Kawasaki FD620D but I see online from repowerpros that they will provide a NEW KAWASAKI FD791D 29 HP REPLACEMENT ENGINE KIT FOR JOHN DEERE 445 LAWN TRACTOR for $3,200. I just started...

Center fuel pressure light after start is throwing a set of flashing codes. I need to find the fault by reading those flashes. Anybody have a list

I recently put new rings and oil seals on a Kawasaki FD620D out of a 2000 John Deere 445. I pulled off the flywheel to do this. After the engine was reinstalled I could hear a random ticking sound coming from the flywheel area of the tractor. It sounded like the tip of a fan blade just...

Has anyone had the fuel vaporize on their 445 or 425? Today was about 80, i topped my tank off at the house (level ground and i have never over fueled) . Mowed for about 40 min with my trac vac behind me, normal speed and what not. I went to offload the trac vac and fuel was spitting out the cap...

My John Deere 445 garden tractor runs great except for a momentary miss that occurs about every 3 seconds. This happens when the tractor is just sitting and while it is moving but it does NOT happen when the PTO is engaged. The PTO drives a 60" mid-mount mower deck. The Kawasaki twin cylinder...

I've been running my JD445 for almost 7 years now with little to no issues, that is until this winter/spring. When snow blowing, noticed a few oil drops on the driveway and assumed it was related to the grease I had used on the drive chain on the blower. In the spring, noticed at WOT there was...

My fuel injected, Kawi engined, 445 tractor gives off a strong smell of gasoline immediately after being shut off. I routinely throttle down just before turning it off so I assume it's not (normally) shooting excess fuel that's not burned in time, but that could be a wrong assumption. I don't...

I live in New England and just purchased a beautiful 1995 JD 445 with 58 hrs that was in storage. I followed this forum as a guest to get insight on pros & cons of different tractors. As I go forward I believe i will have many questions, and the membership here is very knowledgable, so here is...

Hey everyone, had a code pop up on my 01 445 yesterday for the air temp sensor. No biggie, began to pull the intake assembly off, but of course the harness connector was cracked from age. Ill be running to my dealer tomorrow to pick up the sensor, but does anyone know if the carry the harness? I...

I have a JD445,,Just rebuilt the engine 23 HP Kawasaki FD620 water cooled with new rings.steel cam,etc.tractor itself in good condition 2000 hours,all body panels good shape the seat is in poor condition.Has a 60" deck,in good condition with Gator blades.The orig.engine went bad plastic cam...

I was given a JD445 with a blown engine, owner removed and took motor apart, far to destroyed to rebuild.I purchased a used engine.I have it all installed except for 2 wires.Down at the starter motor you have the big battery cable and 2 grey wires on a ring terminal and also 2 black wires on a...

I Have a John Deere 445 that is running rough. Governor, spark plugs, map sensor have all been replaced and tractor still runs rough. Tractor runs better with hose off of map sensor.

Has anyone rebuilt one of the AM147176 cylinders? The early model 445s had short cylinders and later models longer ones. Cylinder is stupid expensive from a variety of sources. Does anyone have seal info? I realize some work to cut the end of the cylinder and reweld but ... Thx

Bought my first rider after moving into our new home. It's a 445 with 1550 hours. I ran it for probably 2 hours and it's been running pretty rough. Things I have done Changed oil and coolant Topped off trans New air filter New plugs New fuel filter (havent gotten to put it in yet) It has been...

Hi there, I have a 1993 JD 445 (sn M00445A011748). Fuel injected. I'm not getting a spark so it's not starting. I've had the machine for over 15 years and did most of the maintenance myself. The machine started fine a few days ago to cut grass for 5 minutes. It has always been shedded. Here is...

I have a 1999 JD 445 70000+ with a three solenoid Control Module. Having trouble with the RIO circuit where as pulling up on the yellow RIO switch does not allow to mow in reverse. I bought new solenoids, just need to know which one on the card does what. Schematic shows which circuit the...

Hello, snow blowing this morning and lost all my fluid real fast. Could not lift blower up, refilled a few times to get it back into the garage. Steering goes away very fast. Took a quick look under and looks to be coming from hoses in center of tractor by front axle. It's cold out and not a...

In the midst of a 445 rebuild for a neighbor and hoping someone has mapped the JD part #s back to Kawasaki part #s. Oil gear failed and the owner continued to run the machine ... we all know what happens next.. Rod failed .. nearly punched thru the block on both sides. I have a good...

I have a JD 445 that I bought 5 years ago. The engine goes through a cup or so of oil every 2-3 times I use it on my 5 acres. It smokes pretty good when going up hill. I planned on rebuilding the engine or getting a replacement once the performance started becoming an issue. I think I'm at that...

I have been upgrading from a JD 316 (Dual spool added) to a JD 445 for the spray tractor. The 445 was used by a city as a plow tractor when I got it. When I got it I was only interested in a mow tractor. As a mow tractor the deck went up and down as it should. Now I am making the 445 my spray...

Bought a 445 back in May and have been upgrading and fixing things ever since. The latest acquisition was a JD 40 loader for it. I have found and fixed so many cob jobs done to this poor tractor that I can't count, but I thought hooking up the loader should be a piece of cake. Well, when I...

Recently bought my first John Deere, an older 445 with a 54" deck. Been looking at them for years, drooling, and finally bit the bullet and bought it! Love it so far, but have found less parts available for it than I expected. Alas, that's to be expected when the tractor was made in 1994, I...

I was wondering if someone could tell me the code is for 2 long and 1 short flashing light. Start will idle for a while, but can't give gas. Thanks Larry

Hello All. I just bought a used 445 with 335 hours on it and am a bit concerned. As I'm mowing I get a couple of seconds of acrid smoke out the exhaust. This happens randomly every 10 seconds or so. The tractor had been sitting for a year or more before I bought. I changed oil and filter and...

Has anyone come up with a way to diagnose the MAP sensor on a 445? Tractor generally has low power with PTO engaged, seems to run a bit rich Both cylinders are firing, good compression, valves in spec Trying to avoid the $250-300 guess at a map sensor if possible

Well this may be the craziest score of my mower world! :cool2: I picked up a complete JD 445 with just under 1000 hrs on it for $150! Granted it doesn't start or run but the panels are all there, hood is good, grille is a little busted up but usable, 1 tail light is missing, it has a 48" deck...

Hello, I am looking at a JD 445 with SN 50193. I believe that makes it a 1997 model. My concern is the issue with the plastic cam gear in the Kawasaki motor. Is there any hard info on when the gear was changed to steel? The unit comes with a dual stage blower, it has 991 hours on it and comes...

hello, i have a john deere 445 and i am not getting power to my fuel injector, have started checking fuses and connections but no good luck, any ideas?

Hey all, I noticed while schlepping some compost around that my suicide handle was in a different position with every trip to the pile. The cause is that the wheel doesn't stop turning at what should be the limit of travel. The steering gear stops at a hard limit, but the steering wheel can...

Hey tractor people, I'm taking my first stab at modifying my 445 hydraulics. Aaaaaaannndd something's weird. The first issue that I discovered was that the stock hydraulic pressure was 750 PSI. Not a good sign, but not necessarily a show-stopper. Second, the stock IRV seemed to be missing some...

I have a 1995 John Deere 445 that has been an awesome tractor for the most part. It has been at the dealer 4 times this year and every time it came back something was wrong with it. Now, we decided to try and handle this job by ourselves. We added fuel-full tank, the spark plugs are working...

I just replaced the main hose to the ps valve that had rubbed through at the hanger. I also replaced the o-rings for the steering lines while I was under there. Now the steering will jump all the way to one side if the wheel is turned slightly. Hyd. fluid level is fine and the filter was...

Mower deck just started throwing the belt immediately on startup. Put it back and it immediately throws it again. All spindles appear not be bound up and when the transmission is engaged with the belt off the pulley seems to spin true. I can't recall when the belt was replaced but I don't...

CUTTING PASTURE WHEN 445 STOPPED. Replaced battery and the 10 amp fuse. Checked ing. switch and has power. HOW MANY FUSE DOES THE 445 97 HAVE? THANX. Talked to Washington tractor and they say that the 445 ign mod goes bad? They could not give me a diag. but asked for serial no. I have read some...

I have a 2001 John Deere 445 tractor with the 22 HP kawasaki engine with 627 hours on tractor. It has been sitting outside for about 8 years in the weather. Used to be my fathers but was given to me after he passed last year. Never got the chance to ask why he parked it. It was always a good...

Currently settling my Dad's estate. We have a 1996 John Deere 445 with only 352 hours on it, trying to figure out the value on it. Runs great, garage kept so in great shape with really minor cosmetic issues. Any comments? I have had one offer so far but it seemed lowball to me. Sorry, I posted...

Currently settling my Dad's estate. We have a 1996 John Deere 445 with only 352 hours on it, trying to figure out the value on it. Runs great, garage kept so in great shape with really minor cosmetic issues. Any comments? I have had one offer so far but it seemed lowball to me.

I have replaced the coils, the injectors, switched to a hotter plug, checked the computer module, replaced the temp sensor. Still can't get the left side to run without fouling which causes missing and loss of power. Does anyone have additional suggestions as my JD mechanics has given up on...

Problem with motor dying will run but not good then quit. After changing fuel filter checking all lines pulling fuel pump checking tank and pump every thing fine . Read thread on other site one that said he had a split in fuel pump hose from pump to hard line out of tank . So pulled fuel pump...

Has anyone out there ever put an older Curtis cab from a 445 onto the x series tractors? Was wondering if they will fit without a lot of modification. Also can you use a loader with the cab.:rolleyes:

Hello everyone. Looking to buy a 47inch two stage snowblower off of a jd 445 to use on my x475. I am pretty sure the quick hitch will work but not too sure about everything else like hydraulic lines, driveshaft, carrier bearing etc. Anyone have knowledge of this? Thanks.

buddy bought a 445 at a auction , hyd oil leak right rear where clutch pedal hooks up, looks like a O ring popped out. any body ever change this? where to get a diagram of it. he,s gonna take it apart, [he,s a real hard head.] I told him don,t touch it till I asked om here ,went down tonight...

I致e got a 445 EFI Deere with about 1100 hrs on a rebuild. After mowing for 20-30 min it starts to surge and sputter. First I changed fuel filter, no difference (surprise!). The dealer suggested maybe coils getting heat soaked or fuel pump. I ran it until it sputtered again and pulled off each...

on my john deere 445 what would cause... when I push the forward pedal it kills the engine?

Long story hoping to just help someone. My 2000 JD 445 has ran so good for 15 years and this spring at the start of mowing season all went bad. I read alot on here on what my problem might be, none of which fixed my problem. Found a great story on here about a map sensor being bad, I was so sure...

John Deere 445 surging after mowing for 30 min. then it runs fine for awhile then cuts out again.

new to the forum. I have a john deere 445. has about 886 hrs. goes forward and backwards just fine. But all the sudden I lost power steering and deck lift. Have not done anything new to it. Just need to know where to start. Any help would be apprecited.

Just changed a hydraulic line from the power steering valve to the hydraulic control valve that the couplers for the front attachments are mounted on . Now I have no steering . Everything else seems to work ok . Any suggestions ?

I am new to the forum but was hoping I could get some help from you guys. I have a 1998 JD 445 that was replacing the head gaskets in an attempt to correct a very minor amount of coolant making it into the crank case. I would notice a very small amount of white substance inside the filler neck...

Does anyone know if an intermediate bracket is required to hook up a quick attach hitch to a John Deere 445 for the purpose of running a 47" snowblower? I bought the snowblower online from a dealer in North Dakota and they said it came off of a 445. Well, I went to hook it up today and the...

I am searching for a collection system for my John Deere 445 garden tractor. The used bagger setups seem to be about as plentiful as hen's teeth. I've seen this tractor on a YouTube video with a 3 bag, 11.5 bushel system but my Deere dealer tells me that it's not currently available...only a 2...

Hello eveyone. I recently picked up a 1995 445 with 1100 hrs on the clock. Seems to run well. Has had the cam gear upgrade. I did a full 200hr type service. What I don't knwo is why at a full cold start with 1/2 throttle or so, she will fire right up and then stumble and cough for 4-5 seconds...

Bit of a newbie here. I recently purchased a 95 445. I've done all the usual service including the transaxle. While reading thru the manual for the 54 inch deck it speaks of checking the gearbox oil of the deck, but also checking the PTO oil level on the tractor. That's where I'm confused. I...

Just joined and am posting my problem, and looking for cures. I'm working on my mother-inlaws JD 445 with the Kaw FD620D EFI engine. Starts just fine and will run for 30-45 minutes, then engine just dies like right now! Engine is not overheated, but will not start for anyplace from 20 minutes to...

I have read a lot of the other threads here on this topic and have followed all of the suggestions, but am still having problems with my mower. The Problem: The mower starts fine and sometimes stumbles a bit when cold. I can engage the deck and mow grass for 5-8 minutes and then the mower bogs...

what would cause it to suddenly start smoking?

The starter engages fine and seems to be turning over fine. It makes a whirring sound but does not start the engine for several times as I try to start it, and it eventually engages properly and starts the tractor. When we connect it directly to a power source it seems to work fine. The...

I just got tractor out of winter storage and started it up and had a problem with it getting hot. I replaced thermostat and coolant now soon as I turn key on the gauge cycles and goes right to hot when machine is cold . The gauge isn't stuck. I started mower and let it run with blades on up to...

Would someone please share with me the proper head bolt torque setting in FT LBS for a JD 445 with a Kawasaki engine?

hello. i had posted a thread on hear awhile ago about my john deere 445 running rough. i have replaced the spark plugs, map sensor, air temp sensor, fuel filter, coils. it could still drive before... somewhat. it runs then looses rpms and bogs down and almost completely shuts off. just yesterday...

hello, i have a john deere 445 and it has run great since iv gotten it, and within the past few months its been running very odd. its runs fine when its cold but as soon as it heats up it starts to miss and bog when its under a load or not. it has even shut off once or twice on me completely and...

hi everyone, hoping someone might have the answer, i have a john deere 445 liquid 22 hp kawasaki. it started missing on the left side. when first started cold, runs good for about 5 seconds then starts missing. i don't have a coil tester, but the spark seems strong. compression seems ok. i...

Greetings, hoping someone out there can help me out. I have a JD 445 with a 22 Kawasaki EFI. First time I've had this issue, once it runs for 20-30 min the engine begins to sputter, it won't die, even with PTO engaged, but gets close. If I shut down the motor, wait 5-10 seconds, it will run...

I recently bought a 445 from a friend who said it had a flooding issue and he assumed it was the injector. I pulled it into the shop today to do some diagnostics and found that the right cylinder only had 60lbs of compression due to the valves being way out of adjustment. The right cylinder was...

My John Deere 445 has started to leak hydraulic fluid around the head of one of the bolts holding the hydraulic pump housing to the transaxle housing. It is the lowermost bolt that is leaking. I can't figure out what I should do to stop the leak. There is a washer on the bolt that I first...

My John Deere 445 has started to leak hydraulic fluid around the head of one of the bolts holding the hydraulic pump housing to the transaxle housing. It is the lowermost bolt that is leaking. I can't figure out what I should do to stop the leak. There is a washer on the bolt that I first...

What do I need to know? I have found one for $1000 I am going to buy it. What will I need to get it running? Any help would be great.

What do I need to know? What do I need to do?

I have a JD 445 and I'm getting a flashing code of two long and one short. I do not have a manual so I'm a little in the dark. I was told that flashing code was for an air pressure sensor, so I replaced it, and the code is still flashing. The engine won't accelerate, it just stalls out. Does...

I have been chasing a problem for a month now. See other posts under my name if needed for complete history. I have a JOhn Deere 445 year 2001. Fuel Injected, 22 HP kawasaki enigne. WHen trying to start it when cold, it fires and backfires and spit and stumbles. But, if I use a...

JD 445 started to run rough and finally completely running rough. Pulled plug wire on left side and ran the same. Tried to swap coils and problem stayed on left side. Dont have compression test guage, but put thumb over spark plug hole and it popped my thumb off with good force. With...

My 2001 John Deere 445 suddenly stopped. 22 HP Kawasaki engine. When trying to start it it wouldn't turn over. Brought it to dealer for diagnostic. Once it warmed inside their shop up they were able to free up engine and get it started. But, there is no oil pressure. They quoted about...

I have an older JD 445 lawn tractor and all in all it has been a great machine. 2 years ago I had one of the spark plug selinoids replaced. Yesterday I went out my last mowing of the season and seems I am only running on 1 cylinder... very low to medium power. I changed both plugs and still no...

There us no power in bucket when I try to lift anything. I have changed oil fluids. Any advice? Thanks Tony

I have a John Deere 445 garden tractor with approx. 700 hours on the meter and have started experiencing a severe preformance issue after about 3-4 hours of mowing. The engine sputters, stumbles and nearly dies. If I turn off the PTO it seems to recover temporarily. Allowing the mower to sit and...

Do all original John Deere 445's have the plastic cam gear? How does the value of the 445 and 455 compare if they have equal time? What is the approximate expected life of a Kawasaki engine compared to the Yanmar. I really like my Yanmar! Thanks.....Casey

We have a JD 445 with a shot engine. We have three attachments that fit it. Does anyone know of another make/model (doesn't have to be John Deere) that we could look into where these attachments could be used? I'm new to the tractor world so any help is greatly appreciated!

I recently bought a '98 445. It ran good and only had 650 hrs. I was mowing and shut it off for 15 mins. Went to start it up again and it ran for a second then died. Keeps doing that. Seems like running out of fuel so I replaced the fuel filter. Same thing. Took fuel line off and turned key on...

I have had my JD for years with no major issues at all! Last few days I am having a problem with the engine idle under load. At first it seemed as if I was running with only one [1] cylinder firing. Thought perhaps a loose spark plug wire [happened one time before]. Not the cause this time...

I recently discovered what seems to be a hydro leak under my 445. 22hp jd with Kawasaki engine with front hyd and pot. With 3pt hitch. Ohd valve. 1700 hours, rebuilt engine. No symptoms other than a new spot on the floor. Lemme know if anyone has experience with hyd leaks...

I have a JD 445 with the 22 hp OHD Valve engine. I Replaced plastic Cam Gear - put back together - and it starts and runs but lots of white smoke from the muffler - feels like a head gasket....any other experience with this? How is the Head Gasket to replace?

I just picked up a JD 445 with a 54" Deck. I have a few questions. I want to change the gearbox oil on my deck. How do I get the old oil out, do I just have tip the deck up and have it all run out. Do I suck it out with vac? Also, I think I need to get this deck sandblasted, so I would...

Should I be concerned about a small engine oil leak on my Jd 445 with 1400 hours?

Looking to buy a transmission for a 90's model 445 mower; or a mower with a good transmission in KY area.:thumbsup:

The charging system on my 445 quit, but I'm not sure if it has an alternator, generator or magneto. I can't see anything being driven by the fan belt. Where do I start looking? Thanks, Per

445 Tractor went pop! no valve movement, Went to JD dealer and the cost would be over 1200.00 to repair. Found out the the engine had a plastic cam gear, bad design. Found replacement STEEL gear cost of over 150.00. Tore engine apart, located broken water pump gear, bent push rod, broken cam...

Looking for opinions on a Deere 445. This one is about a 1995 with a mower and 2 stage snow thrower and just over 1000 hours. What are things to look for? Any known weakness or things that are know to go? This one had the camshaft upgrade around 540 hours after it failed. Any idea on what...

I just saw a ad for a 1998 JD 445 with 300 hours for 4500$. Can you tell me if that is a good price? Also what would the 445 compare too now? I have 5 acres of flat land would the 445 do it? I have a LA 145 now and i would like to go bigger.

hello i just bought 98 john deere 445 it was not runnig whn i bought it i just got it to run but its rough i clean out the throtle body and cleaned the fuel injector ,fresh gas and plugs any thing else i can try thanks

Anybody point me in the direction for one of these for less than $270 I prefer used in good shape but open to new at a reasonable cost! John Deere part number is AM118796

Hi Guys; I have a JD 445 23hp gas lawn tractor with the Kawasaki v-twin, 511 hours on it. The problem is two part - first it cycles when idling at mid to full throttle (faster, slower, faster etc. - about 1 second interval). Secondly, it has no power under load. Started to mow the lawn for the...

Hi Guys; I have a JD 445 23hp gas lawn tractor with the Kawasaki v-twin, 511 hours on it. The problem is two part - first it cycles when idling at mid to full throttle (faster, slower, faster etc. - about 1 second interval). Secondly, it has no power under load. Started to mow the lawn for...

I was wondering if anybody out there has takin a new 42 inch hydraulic tiller from a x585 or x700 and mounted it to a 445? I ordered 3pt and the dealer said that the newer tillers won't fit the older tractors. I have been looking for pics of the newer hydraulic tillers mounting bracket with no...

Looking for a front mount snowblower for a John Deere 445. Located in Cleveland, Ohio area.

Hello, I really appreciate any input here: we are planing to cut the tall grass and weeds on our 3 acres front land and we are thinking to rent a small tractor. There is not too many rentals around (Grey County Ontario), but I found one dealer which has an JD 445, 22hp with 60" deck available...

I wanted to post about a problem I have been chasing down for almost the last three years on my JD 445 Garden Tractor. I have finally found a resolution and along the way I have seen that many 445 owners have asked the same questions I had asked. What I never found was someone saying yes...

As we all know the JD 445 is a very neat little tractor. However if you have ran one it is easy to notice that the aux hydraulics for the loader and the 3pt hitch are easy to say weak. I recently decided to fix that problem I bought a 7gpm 3000psi that i have relieved to work at 1500psi and put...

I recently injured my right ankle and have a hard time pushing the reverse pedal with my heel. Has anybody modified the controls for forward and reverse? It is the most cumbersome thing to use. In the wintertime I find reverse almost impossible with large winter boots. Any ideas what i can do.

I you have the time I could use some help with some decision making. Here is some background and the questions. Approximately 8 years ago I purchased a John Deer 445 for my father. He is currently 85 years old. (Green was the only way to go as we have had a B from the 1940's a 318 etc) This...

I was thinking about selling my JD 445 Lawn Tractor, I have the mower deck, wheel weights, extra weights off the rear, as well as a front end loader. I have just over 500 hours, Kawasaki engine, bought new in 2000, always garaged Please advise, what this is worth or what I should expect to...

I have a JD445 that I was mowing some rough stuff with last week - wetlands that only get dry enough to mow about this time of year - so the grass was 3-4 feet tall, swamp iris, cat tails etc. I've done this many times before, and the 445 handles it well considering I should be using a rotary...

Tractor starts great when cold. If shut down in the middle of mowing (lawn mower's union 12 oz break), trying to restart just causes starter solenoid to click rapidly, engine tries to turn but doesn't get anywhere. Same if using 75 A charger/starter. Same if jumping from pickup. Come back a...

I know it is considered a GT but can any of you green fans help me with pricing my in-laws JD 445? It has the 54" MMM, Front mount shaft driven 49" two stage snowblower, removable JD cab and 1200 hours. It is definitly used but has been serviced properly and runs great. Roughly 1995 or 1996...

So I was mowing along on Sunday and the PTO decided to cut out. I would go about 5 feet, and it would stop again. If I held the button up for several seconds it was OK. This happened 10 or 12 times in about 1/2 hour. Anyone have any ideas? Thanks! Rob H.

I lost out on an FEL locally because it went to auction (never knew), and I'd like to know who makes FEL's for a JD 445 garden tractors? What model number of JD FEL's will fit on this tractor as well. Your input is greatly appreciated.

I've recently purchased a used JD 445 tractor and so far, I'm very pleased with it. It's in great shape with low hours. I've recently added a 3pt hitch to it. I'd like to add a power bagger system (compact style that attaches to the mower), a rear pto kit and category 1 3 pt hitch implements...

I've got a '94 445 with less than 400hrs that has developed an engine oil leak. I had a hard time trying to understand where the leak was occurring, even after degreasing the engine and watching it... I didn't have time to do more, so I dropped it at my local dealer's. He is saying that they...

My dad has a 455 garden tractor and a 445 rotary tiller (54" pto driven). I have a Kubota BX2200 and am hoping to find a pto adapter that will let me hook up the pto shaft to my tractor. My tractor has a regular male end on the tractor, while the tiller's pto shaft also has a male end. My...

I'm thinking ahead to the warm summer months, and would like to know if anyone has any experience with a rotary cutter for a JD 445 garden tractor. The 3PH is a Cat 0 with a max rating of 350lbs. Has anyone had any luck with the small Woods (RCC42)? or any others? Thanks! Rob H Boston

I want to know the price of a used Kubota G1900s with a 60 in deck and 1000 hours. Also what would a used John Deere 445 be worth all wheel steer 54in deck and 450 hours, and what would a used JD F935 be worth 60 or 72 in deck and it has about 1500 hours and it is early 90's

I have a JD445 with a 47" snowblower that will not engage when the PTO switch is engaged. The PTO switch appears to be okay as I used a volt meter to ring out the connections. Is there a relay somewhere inline with the switch that may be bad? Does anyone have an electrical diagram of the PTO...

My '94 445 has recently developed a slow leak of engine oil. At first the location seemed to be left valve cover (when seated) as the plug well had oil in it. I found that the torque on that side was indeed low and now I don't see any from that area, but the drips are still on the ground and...

JD 445 Tractor Won\'t Start I'm with a local little league and we have a JD 445 tractor with a 60" mower deck that will not start. The other day, when driving it to the field to mow, it just died. It turns over great, we ahve spark and fuel. Fuel pump works fine but the left cylinder seems...

hi, i'm new. great site. anyone install a jd 445 rear pto kit? i'd like to take this project on. i do have shop manual ( a bit vauge to me.) thanks, tim

I went to start my 1996 John Deere 445 yesterday and it made some clicking noises like the battery was dead. I tried to boost it but had no results. I went to the dealer and bought a new battery. Well, it still doesn"t start. I have no lights except for an oil light and the green light on the...

Hi guys - I am about to purchase a JD445 with All-Wheel-Steering, but just noted that the #40 Loader will not fit on AWS units, which would force me to purchase a 2WS version. Is there some physical limitation on installing the loader, or does Deere simply feel it is unsafe to operate a...

Sold my JD445 to buy my BX2200 w/FEL. (Not disappointed at all) I kept the front blade from the JD to mount on the BX. Father-in-law suggested removing the bucket off the FEL and mounting the blade in its place. I'm not conserned with pushing snow, but would this put too much stress and FEL...

I CURRENTLY OWN A JD445 W/60IN MOWER AND 54 IN BLADE. I PURCHASED THIS UNIT THIS WINTER, SO I'VE ONLY GOT TO MOW WITH IT ONCE. THE JD'S SEEM TO LEAVE A SMALL STRIP OF GRASS UN CUT WHEN TURNING SHARP. MY JD 210 DOES THE SAME THING. HOW DOES THE BX 2200 WITH 60 IN DECK DO? TALKED TO A KUBOTA...

My 5 yr old took a cross cut saw to the hood of my JD 445 and did some damage. I'd like to repair the saw cuts and repaint the hood. Any recommendations on how to best fill the saw cuts?

I currently own a JD 445 which is a great tractor, but recently checked out a bx 2200. I was really impressed with the bx and the durable way in which it was constructed. I primarily mow with the 445 and also own a blower and plow. The reason for considering a 2200 if for the fel since i...

I am looking, but can't decide between these two and the BX2200. I think I have a price on the BX, and would like to see what the JD models with a 60" deck and 3 PT hitch and PTO are going for.

What is the group's opinion on the engine in the JD 445? I'm being offered a 1998 at an attractive price - but don't know what the reliability is like. It is listed on JD's web site as a "John Deere V-Twin". Comments anyone?

I'm looking at the JD445 for mainly mowing (about 5 acres) and snow removal (300' dirt/gravel driveway). The 445 would suit my needs for the mowing part. For snow removal, has anyone had experience with the front mounted snowblower? Is the 445 equipped with chains sufficient to do the job? I...