2720 My First New Pics

[OneMarineE5]

OK what's an X500??

On another note!! Would you believe my shipper called me yesterday to ask a dumb *** question. The dealer didn't put the country of origin on the invoice for shipping to the Virgin Islands, so they called to ask where my John Deere 2720 was built????? I thought everyone in the world knew that Deere was a US product!!! ( no import taxes ) Anyway, they should be unloading today so I will take a quick pass by there to see if it's on the floor, and if so, I may be able to pick it up today!!!!!!!!! Heart is pounding!!! Never thought a 57 year old man can be this excited over a new Christmas toy ha!!

Wooden

X500 is a lawn tractor from Deere. Deere offers;
* L100 sereis (economy line, some say L's are a psuedo Deere, but hey the put their name on it!)
*X300 series
*X500 series
*X700 series

Dang, I'm gettin' excited for ya! Knowin' how excited I am......I'd say you are age appropriate :tractor://Ooo............................

 

[kennyd]

OK what's an X500??

On another note!! Would you believe my shipper called me yesterday to ask a dumb *** question. The dealer didn't put the country of origin on the invoice for shipping to the Virgin Islands, so they called to ask where my John Deere 2720 was built????? I thought everyone in the world knew that Deere was a US product!!! ( no import taxes )

Well, It may be a John Deere product...but it is built in Japan by Yanmar

 

[wooden]

Well, It may be a John Deere product...but it is built in Japan by Yanmar
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No ****t~~~ you mean I got away with the import tax?? I thought these tractors were built here in the south somewhere!

Any way!! My 2720 was picked up yesterday with luck!! Bush hog installed and trail run made. Today I spent maybe 4 hours in the seat and my hill top looks like a different place. Grins!!!

Not to worry gentlemen! the pictures were taken before I got mud all over it. Will take a few more with my 318 and post them maybe tomorrow. One question though, My bush hog requires 540 rpm. What would be a good engine RPM to be sure the PTO is getting what it needs? can't find it in the manual anywhere.

Tickled Green ..Wooden

 

[OneMarineE5]

Well, It may be a John Deere product...but it is built in Japan by Yanmar
............................................................................................................

~~~ you mean I got away with the import tax?? I thought these tractors were built here in the south somewhere!

Any way!! My 2720 was picked up yesterday with luck!! Bush hog installed and trail run made. Today I spent maybe 4 hours in the seat and my hill top looks like a different place. Grins!!!

Not to worry gentlemen! the pictures were taken before I got mud all over it. Will take a few more with my 318 and post them maybe tomorrow. One question though, My bush hog requires 540 rpm. What would be a good engine RPM to be sure the PTO is getting what it needs? can't find it in the manual anywhere.

Tickled Green ..Wooden

CONGRATS Wooden! Pics will be enjoyed by all.

Regarding origin of your tractor, Wescott2746 has a thread titled "Who builds JD Compact Tractors?" that covers this pretty well. I also placed a comment, #23, that outlines most of their models on that thread. Anyway, the entire thread offers lots of fun reading on the subject and I learned something about some of the trasmission origins.

An update on my 2720. Backhoe has arrived at dealer. Dealer says lights will be installed Monday, so I'll probably have tractor sometime next week. AND, Friday morning I pick up my X500!

 

[wooden]

Wescott2746 ?? can you post a link? would love to read up on this.

What backhoe did you get for the 2720? that's next on my list!! soon as I sell this car!!

Wooden

 

[OneMarineE5]

Wescott2746 ?? can you post a link? would love to read up on this.

What backhoe did you get for the 2720? that's next on my list!! soon as I sell this car!!

Wooden

http://www.tractorbynet.com/forums/...ng/187742-who-builds-jd-compact-tractors.html

Backhoe is the 46! I heard recently on here that JD maybe redesigning their hoe frame to accommodate the MMM's bracket with out removing it.
here's link to that.

http://www.tractorbynet.com/forums/...614-backhoe-mmm-compatibility-issue-2x20.html

 

[wdchyd]

Onemarine,

My neighbor was missing the hook/bracket that holds up the hoses under the deck.....may want to make sure yours comes with these......


.http://www.tractorbynet.com/forums/...289098707-2720-my-first-new-pics-dsc_0012.jpg

Here's old thread about it.......http://www.tractorbynet.com/forums/john-deere-owning-operating/188218-2320-hoses-hanging.html......

These parts were missing on his new tractor (should have come with them)

 

[wdchyd]

Ooops,

Sorry, I see you posted on this subject (#6)......:ashamed:

 

[OneMarineE5]

Ooops,

Sorry, I see you posted on this subject (#6)......:ashamed:

No prob. I was just gettin' ready to reply that I saw your post.

Thanks for heads up anyway!:thumbsup:

 

[kennyd]

One question though, My bush hog requires 540 rpm. What would be a good engine RPM to be sure the PTO is getting what it needs? can't find it in the manual anywhere.

There is a mark (looks like the PTO shaft) on tachometer, probably around 2800 RPM or so. That indicator means the rear is turning at 540, and the mid at 2100 for your MMM.