Mid PTO designs

[9973720wb19]

Follow up: I heard from the dealer who talked to "their" JD factory rep. The rep said the mid-pto option for the 4000s has alway been only 2 position options - rear only or both (un-like the 3000s which has 3 pto positions). the reason is because a mid pto on 4000s is not popular and is a cost issue to have three options.

The factory rep. agreed 100% that the MY2011 4720 Owner's Manual "is incorrect", and he was going to put in a request to have it updated...but it might take awhile.

If JD wants us owners to rely on our manuals for safty and correct maint (to support long-life equipment), they should do a much better job. this is not the only time i've had issues with their manuals. one example was on my 3720, the manual instructed me to grease zerks on the front 4wd, when in actuality the front axle was sealed...that was a fun zerk hunt!

Can't JD develop a full-time department to keep manuals current? If I were CEO of JD, no tractor would be launched without an accurate manual...on matter what.

 

[Mechanos]

Hello Wayne:
I'm in Harford County Maryland. My 3720 was like new with only 160 hours and two (full) self services, the last at 150 hrs. It had auto connect mmm, tire chains (never used), loader, air ride package, curse control, imatch. I really don't "need" the 4720. I justified it because my property is somewhat hilly and the 4720 is much more stable especially when pulling mowing decks. I have 40 acres and mow about half that - mostly feild mowing. Also, I think the 3720 cab is a bit top heavy. I already see a difference with ride stability and loader work with the 4720. The 4720 FEL can lift things that would make the 3720's body want to twist.
Mike

Wow... now there's a feature that would come in handy from time to time. :laughing:

 

[beenthere]

..............Can't JD develop a full-time department to keep manuals current? If I were CEO of JD, no tractor would be launched without an accurate manual...on matter what.

Because it costs money, and really when it gets right down to it...this isn't a biggy.

 

[9973720wb19]

Because it costs money, and really when it gets right down to it...this isn't a biggy.

I guess you're right.

 

[9973720wb19]

Wow... now there's a feature that would come in handy from time to time. :laughing:

I know...it came with the tractor - but I did try it once...it works!