Gas or Diesel

js5020 · May 25, 2013

Congrats on the new machine,, that the problem with the X7, spendy and then toss a few attachment and it becomes OMG in a hurry, nice machines though.

murphy1244 · May 25, 2013

js5020 said:
Congrats on the new machine,, that the problem with the X7, spendy and then toss a few attachment and it becomes OMG in a hurry, nice machines though.

Yep, Way too much for a lawnmower.

Pete6114 · May 25, 2013

jenkinsph said:
Dang that is a lot of money Canadian or otherwise.

Everything in canada is much more then in the usa.Crazy prices for sure. And they dont bend at all. Cant get a free spare belt with it even....

arlen4720 · May 25, 2013

That will be a fine machine for you, and I'm sure will give you years of trouble free operation.

RonS · May 25, 2013

Pete,

Congrats on the X540. I am sure that you will be completely happy with it. I had one for awhile and really liked it.

It is easy for us to spend someone else's money. The important thing is to buy what you need and only you can determine that.

That carbed Kawi motor purrs like a kitten and the 54 Edge deck does a fine job. Enjoy!!

Pete6114 · May 27, 2013

"My" dealer got the X540 from it's sister dealer this morning, cleaned it up and delivered to me about noon today. I asked the delivery guy if it's ready to be used and he said yes, the other dealer prepped it already and all they did was wash it, and left. Here i am, standing there admiring my new toy. Got looking at the clear transmission fluid container, between the rear wheels and noticed that there is no fluid showing between the low-full marks.
Figured it must be clear fluid, but i better check it anyway. Well...it was dry! Called them and they send a guy out to fill it. So far, I'm not very impressed and wonder what damage it would have caused if i would have taken his word for it and went ahead and cut 2 acres of grass....
So, now that the fluids are topped off i figured it's cutting time. Turned the key for the first time and see the fuel gauge is on empty. Thinking, what cheap buggers they are and filled it up. Started it up and the fuel gauge is still on empty. Now I'm irritated......it's 4.45 and i still haven't cut any grass. Called the dealer back again and asked him if there is a secret key position to get the fuel gauge to work.....
He wanted to know if i want somebody to come and look at it or if i want them to come pick it up to check it out at the dealership. Told them to just come get it in the morning. I might just tell them to keep it.
This mower has been sitting on the lot and has .5 hours on it. Somebody been testdriving it (including me, at the other dealer) without transmission fluid in it. At least not enough of it. Man...this has me spooked now! My first John Deer and this is a bad start. Thinking it's the dealer's fault, but still...
I know it's not a 150k big tractor and is peanuts for a Deer dealer, but they should put a little more pride in it anyway.
Does anybody see a problem with it? Should i take it back when they get the fuel gauge fixed or cancel the cheque?
Any other things to look out for???

Pete6114 · May 27, 2013

double post

Code54 · May 27, 2013

No excuse for that - that is simple dumb stuff that should have been done. Have to admit the whole "thanks for picking it up and keep it while you are at it" would be pretty high on my list also. I know it is only a 1/2 hour but still with no fluid why risk it? I am guessing you checked the engine oil but if not I sure would. Sounds like the other dealer never went over it and this one didn't bother to make a couple checks to make sure it was done. Deere is a good product but a bad dealer will spoil the entire experience. Sorry to hear this did not start off better - you made a good decision with a quality product, may just need to fine tune the purchase a bit! Good luck

murphy1244 · May 27, 2013

Man, this is a very bad beginning I would not accept that machine. You will never trust it now.

coobie · May 27, 2013

Pete6114 said:
"My" dealer got the X540 from it's sister dealer this morning, cleaned it up and delivered to me about noon today. I asked the delivery guy if it's ready to be used and he said yes, the other dealer prepped it already and all they did was wash it, and left. Here i am, standing there admiring my new toy. Got looking at the clear transmission fluid container, between the rear wheels and noticed that there is no fluid showing between the low-full marks.
Figured it must be clear fluid, but i better check it anyway. Well...it was dry! Called them and they send a guy out to fill it. So far, I'm not very impressed and wonder what damage it would have caused if i would have taken his word for it and went ahead and cut 2 acres of grass....
So, now that the fluids are topped off i figured it's cutting time. Turned the key for the first time and see the fuel gauge is on empty. Thinking, what cheap buggers they are and filled it up. Started it up and the fuel gauge is still on empty. Now I'm irritated......it's 4.45 and i still haven't cut any grass. Called the dealer back again and asked him if there is a secret key position to get the fuel gauge to work.....
He wanted to know if i want somebody to come and look at it or if i want them to come pick it up to check it out at the dealership. Told them to just come get it in the morning. I might just tell them to keep it.
This mower has been sitting on the lot and has .5 hours on it. Somebody been testdriving it (including me, at the other dealer) without transmission fluid in it. At least not enough of it. Man...this has me spooked now! My first John Deer and this is a bad start. Thinking it's the dealer's fault, but still...
I know it's not a 150k big tractor and is peanuts for a Deer dealer, but they should put a little more pride in it anyway.
Does anybody see a problem with it? Should i take it back when they get the fuel gauge fixed or cancel the cheque?
Any other things to look out for???

FIND A DIFFERENT DEALER NOW,and send that JD back ASAP.coobie