john deere x304

I can jump across the solenoid and it runs, I have change the ECM and solenoid. I have check the key switch, seat, brake safety switch and PTO switch all have checked ok. When I running blades do not engage and the seat switch does not turn the engine off.

i have a jd x304 2015 problem is after leveling deck at all 3 points to 2 1/2 in my right side of deck scalp wheel is touching the ground i leveled the deck with scalp wheels off, the left side wheel is off ground about 1/4 in at this setting so it seems deck might be sagging to right side i...

Friends, My X304 was a bit slow so I adjusted the pedals to give additional vertical movement (video link below). While the adjustment worked great and gives more speed in forward and reverse, now my PTO / blades won't engage. Any advice on how to fine tune the adjustment to allow the blades...

So my X304 is making a terrible squealing noise up front in the area of the driveshaft and PTO clutch. Strangely, it only happens when the PTO is NOT engaged. It is perfectly silent whenever the PTO is engaged. Is there something up there other than the PTO clutch, like a bushing or bearing...

Friends, I have an X304 with a missing grease zerk (see pic/diagram with red circle). I purchased a replacement grease zerk from JD but it's threaded and does not seat. So, I called JD parts (local) and found out: 1) the spindle bearing is sealed so the zerk doesn't serve much purpose other...

So I'm still looking for a decent mower, the 425 I was looking at seemed too much of a gamble , so I have 2 different ones I'm looking at. A GT225 with a bagger for $1700 (waiting to hear what year and hours), and a X304 without bagger for $1800. The X304 is a 2014 with 316 hours. I mow maybe...

Hi- First post on here although I have lurked for some time. I would appreciate any help folks might give. I have a JD x304 (2010) and the traction drive belt along with an idler / tension pulley went out. I was trying to find a diagram showing how the belt should be routed through the underside...

Hi Guys, First post here and looking for some feedback. I have been lurking and reading for awhile. I am a first time buyer for a rider. Been walking behind my self propelled Honda for the last 20 years but the new lot is a bit bigger than I like. Getting ready to purchase a mower. I have a...

Some physical problems mean switching from walk-behinds, for lawn and snow, to a rider. The x304 appealed because of the tight turn radius, but I question its use with a front blower. First, can I assume the belly mower needs removal for winter? How much trouble is converting from mowing to...

I'm brand new, so haven't been too involved with the site, but did find my x304 tranny rebuild site here. So I've rebuilt it, and it is doing fine so far (with only about 6 hours on it) but had a burr in my butt of sorts, and wondered if anyone else has tried this: 1. Saw a x500 multi-terrain...

Greeting all! I just became the proud new owner of my first JD, an X304. It's a 2009, 42" deck w/mulching kit installed, came with the bagging system, only 200 hrs and the best part is what I paid. $1850!! So, my first question is about the tranny. Tractordata.com shows a K58 for that year but...

I bought a set of hi lift mower blades from John deere dealer for my x300r and I found out that this uses a specific set of blades where one is a left and one is a right. The set I was given by the dealer has both left blades and no right blade. If I try to install these, I end up with one blade...

Need help deciding between x304 or x310. Its a smaller yard have 4 trees to mow around one bush and some land scapping of which some is straight edged and some curved. Previous owner said he took his time and it took him 45 mins to mow using a L110 with a 38 inch deck. Also would like option to...

Any ideas as where I may find a rear bagger for my new JD X304? I just can't spend the $1000, the dealer wants. No, I have not even used it yet, they just dropped it off at my home. They even put it in the shed for me. I wasn't home. Which was great due to it was raining. Great service!

Hi, I live in Indiana and am looking to replace my aging 175 hydro - 38 inch deck and rear bagger with something like the x304. I have a sloping 1 acre lot with probably some 15% grades. Also a number of large oak trees and some landscape beds. I also have a trac vac for the leaves in the fall...

Hi Folks, I have John Deere X304 tractor with about 200 hours on it. I had problems with the tractor starting so I purchased a new battery a few days ago. Everything worked fine and I was able to cut the yard. Later that evening when I tried to put the tractor away it wouldn't start. I was...

I have recently purchased a 2008 Deere X304 4WS model that was used commercially with 1557 hours use. Needless to say, the K46 is toast, only will pull for five minutes and groaned loudly. I looked around and decided to upgrade it to the K58. Given all the negative talk about the K46, I can't...

First post, so sorry if I jump in with a technical question that I can't find the answer to anywhere. I purchased a 2008 X304 for dirt cheap that has been used commercially and had about 1600 hours on it. It is rough. K46 trans on last legs, erratic engine idle (no smoke). 42 inch mowing deck...

My John Deere X304 won't idle down when I bring the throttle down, any suggestions

Hi everyone, I'm having another issue with mower and was hoping for some advice. I just replaced the pto on my mower and now it doesn't run well at all. It idled rough before I replaced the pto and blew out a little black smoke. But now when I engage the pto it barely stays runnin and will...

Hey there, New to the forum and this is also my first Deere product and first tractor. I just purchased a 2007 X304 (with bagger) from the original owner. 48 hours on it! Paid $2300. Told my wife I wanted something for snow removal and since I got a good deal on the tractor she gave me the...

Hi, I'm a newbie to riding mowers so I'm just trying to figure out what to get. I have .5 acres with small hills/slopes and right now takes me 2.5-3 hours to mow with a 22" mower. I'm looking to upgrade to a riding mower. I've been looking at the D110 and the X304. The dealer tells me that the...

Hi, I'm a newbie to riding mowers so I'm just trying to figure out what to get. I have .5 acres with small hills/slopes and right now takes me 2.5-3 hours to mow with a 22" mower. I'm looking to upgrade to a riding mower. I've been looking at the D110 and the X304. The dealer tells me that...

I purchased this used 2007 x304 a year ago and the guy that owned it before me didn't use it much but when he did he appeared to have hit plenty of stones, and never once (or so it appeared) clean the underside of the deck. After removing the clumps of dried grass i discovered that the deck had...

I've narrowed my search down to the above tractors. I believe all would do the job I have of about 1.2-2 acres of bermuda grass with a few trees, obstacles. I would like the better powered one, but it seems that the bagger on the larger models requires the power flow bagger which adds almost...

I am in need of purchasing a new Tractor as my 8 year old Craftsman LT 1000 is becoming too problematic (as soon as I finish fixing one thing something new happens). I suppose in all fairness this tractor has been worked hard over the years, but I thought it would last a little longer. Now it...

I hope this is the correct forum for this. I have a 2008 JD X304 with about 55 hours on it. Includes the deluxe brush guard and rear bagger. Serviced on time, in good shape, but does have the minor scratches that a user gets. I need to get a larger tractor, (read CUT) and want to sell this...

Re: Information ( This lawn tractor will be used to mulch grass and leaves on Florida's sandy soil and to pull a small cart that hauls debris. ) What's the skinny on this machine? What is to be expected (the longevity) of its pressed/stamped deck, mowing two acres once a week all year long...

sorry guys, its not about my real tractor, but what do you guys think about the all wheel steer x 304 j.d. My tranny blew apart on my 1980 mower and wanted another reliable machine, but didnt want to repair due my daughter denting and ramming the old one. any thoughts about the 4 wheel steer...

Hi, first time posting but made the decision to buy a new x304 with a lot of help from these forums. I have mowed 2 times with it and I love it! Lots of birch leaves on the last go around and I notice a good deal of leaves being blown out to my right just ahead of the deck discharge/chute...

Hi, I have a Kubota BX23 and a 10 year old Toro Wheelhorse 38XL-14 that I use for mowing. I'm interested in getting a new mowing machine, but I can't make up my mind on what type to get. I will be mowing about an acre with some areas with moderate hills that I will be mowing across.. I was...

My dealer has a slightly used 2007 X304 available for the same price as a brand new 2008 X300. I'm trying to decide between the two. Any feedback is appreciated. New 2008 X300 - 4 year warranty - 2 wheel steering - Can purchase with 12 months no interest no payments Used 2007 X304 - 28...

4 wheel steering tractor $3500 Deere or Zero turn tractor $3000 Cub ? I only have I acre but it is up and down with plenty of trees. Which would you buy and why?? Jeff

Is this a misprint? John Deere's website shows that the current (2008) X304 lawn tractor is equipped with a K46 transmission. Last year's X304 came with the K58, which was one of the big reasons (besides AWS) that people favored the X304 over the X300 in the first place (beefier trans). This...

One year old, around 13.6 hours on it. Worked perfectly last year. Parked it for the winter & all was normal. Last week, I pulled the deck off, greased the bearings, cleaned the bottom of the deck & sharpened the blades. The problem started (pun intended) when I switched the ignition "on": The...

Just moved into a new place on 3.5 acres total - about 2 acres wooded and 1.5 acres newly laid sod. I don't have many obstacles to mow around, but I do have a couple of slopes to deal with and a 800ft+ driveway that will need snow removed a couple of times a season. Of course I would love to...

I bought a new house with 2.34 acres. Most is finished lawn. There is some trees, not much for hills etc. both mowers are around $3500. Which one to get?

ill be mowing about 1.75 acres many trees relatively flat. having a hard time finding info on the javelins. i plan on pulling a cart for light stuff aerating and maybe dethatching. my local dealer said that the javelin should be able to do them. i can get the 50 inch deck on the javelin...

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Hello people... I need some opinions on these two tractors. I have about 2 acres of land but mow only about 3/4 of an acre. It's pretty hilly with trees and an flower beds that I would have to mow around. I would not do much trailer towing. I have about a $3500 dollar budget. I was looking for a...