john deere 997

What is the best engine rpm to use when mowing with a John Deere 997 with 72” deck

Hello all, Looking for some help with my 2006 Deere 997 zero turn, I bought it used a few years ago and have accumulated about 2200 hrs on it. While its down for the winter I'd like to do some PM work, specifically adjust the valves. If anyone has some guidance on how to set TDC and how to...

Who owns a 997? Any experience with the newer ones with DPF? Have not heard much. Is that because there aren't many out there or there are no issues? Finding a clean used one with 72" deck is not easy. Lots of 60" but not a lot of 72"s within a decent driving distance from Dallas, TX...

I need to new mower that cuts 72" I have a lot to cut around ,so I was looking at either the 997 or the 1447. We currently have an older F725. It doesn't get around the best if it is wet or on the hills. Has anyone owned either of the two and have opinions as to how they get around on hills...

I have a pair of blue wires that attach to a ring connector that connects to the starter. The ring connector has white insulation where it is terminated. The two blues wires are maybe 6 inches and are then butt connected to red wires. It looks relatively factory to me, but I have no way of...

Hello. I have a John Deere 997 The model with a big black foot pedal in the front right side). I need a rollbar, (komplet.) Engine hood complete incl. the black grill. A cutting table 72" komplet All stickers on the machine. If possible, used parts. Otherwise new. Can you help me? i live...

I had the opportunity to drive a 997 Z-TRACK at the dealer today. That is the large, 31hp diesel, 72" one. I didn't have long, as there was a storm moving in, that ended in 1"+ hail, so I'm glad I got off and inside. From the time I had, it felt like it had tons of power. It was pretty smooth...

My local dealer has one with 184 hours for $8,500. It still has 12 months of warranty left. Does that sound like a fair deal?

Does anyone have a opinion or coments on this unit? I use the 997 to mow 2 to 3 acre or larger pastures in my stable business. Thanks Les

Does anyone have a opinion or coments on this unit? I use the 997 to mow 2 to 3 acre or larger pastures in my stable business. Thanks Les

Has anyone heard, or test drove a JD 997 Z-Trac? What do you think about it. Thanks Les