Looking for Input RE: Deere Sub Compact with Yanmar Engine

[Dutch Rudder]

Have you considered the Yanmar brand of tractors? Maybe a cheaper alternative to the expensive green paint? Any thoughts from the others?

 

[855atty]

I've had a 1995 jd855 since new with a 1 litre yanmar. never had a problem except as above-having to add fiesel every so often. even tho mine has low hours, i think it's a great motor and don't hesitate to recommend yanmar!

 

[jcalla]

Have had my 455 Yanmar now since 1999, 2500 hrs +. Only problem was sticking fuel solonoid which I solved by coating it with olive oil. I use Mobil 1 fully sythectic Turbo Diesel 5-40 oil. Oil light came on once (1,000 hrs ago) when I was mowing on steep hill but I believe since I was using fully synthetic oil the engine has been fine.

JPC

 

[LJH]

I have a JD4110 with a Yanmar engine. (2004) The only complaint I have is once every two or three months I have to add a gallon or two of diesel.

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This is all very reassuring, hope my little 3120 proves as reliable.