Michigan_Mike
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I have a 445 with a 60" deck, and even if I turn the wheels sideways, it's a very tight squeeze to get the deck out from under. I jack up the front end to get the extra clearance.
Model 455 Question
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beenthere
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The drive shaft doesn't 'just pull off'. /forums/images/graemlins/wink.gif
When removing, there is a ring keeper that has to be slid forward, and then the drive shaft will slide off, also forward.
Same deal when installing. Slide the PTO onto the splines just a fraction of an inch, slide the ring keeper 'forward', and then slide the PTO shaft 'rearward'. Can be a tricky maneuver to do this with one hand. Reaching in under the axle from the rear of the tractor is the easiest way to do this one-handed. Sometimes, the 'ring' is tight, from not being removed and dirt/grease binding it up. I have managed to free it up with a small pry bar or screwdriver, being careful not to damage the coupling.
No manual? Should have been one along with it to maintain it at the Church. Someone at the Church should be familiar with using this machine, and should be able to give you some pointers, safety and otherwise. Also, stopping off at the dealer for some tips would be good.
As far as the box blade, I think the 455 will take a Cat O 3pt, which may not fit the box blade. Finding a 3pt for it might be a challenge too.
When removing, there is a ring keeper that has to be slid forward, and then the drive shaft will slide off, also forward.
Same deal when installing. Slide the PTO onto the splines just a fraction of an inch, slide the ring keeper 'forward', and then slide the PTO shaft 'rearward'. Can be a tricky maneuver to do this with one hand. Reaching in under the axle from the rear of the tractor is the easiest way to do this one-handed. Sometimes, the 'ring' is tight, from not being removed and dirt/grease binding it up. I have managed to free it up with a small pry bar or screwdriver, being careful not to damage the coupling.
No manual? Should have been one along with it to maintain it at the Church. Someone at the Church should be familiar with using this machine, and should be able to give you some pointers, safety and otherwise. Also, stopping off at the dealer for some tips would be good.
As far as the box blade, I think the 455 will take a Cat O 3pt, which may not fit the box blade. Finding a 3pt for it might be a challenge too.
BarryinMN
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The deck weighs 300 lbs so be prepared to wrestle /forums/images/graemlins/grin.gif The left rear deck wheel hits the left rear tire sliding deck out from under to the right, jacking up the tractor at the rear allows clearance.
I found a used 3pt hitch at a local JD dealer, they typically strip extras off trade in machines & sell parts separately, cost about $300 used. It is Cat 0 20" wide. The lift capacity is hundreds of pounds enough to collapse the rear tires by half /forums/images/graemlins/shocked.gif The 3 point & deck height are tied together, I lock the deck at the high point with the height adjuster on the floor in front of the seat, then 3 point works solo.
I pull a 42" box blade & 6' landscape rake with no problems.
I found a used 3pt hitch at a local JD dealer, they typically strip extras off trade in machines & sell parts separately, cost about $300 used. It is Cat 0 20" wide. The lift capacity is hundreds of pounds enough to collapse the rear tires by half /forums/images/graemlins/shocked.gif The 3 point & deck height are tied together, I lock the deck at the high point with the height adjuster on the floor in front of the seat, then 3 point works solo.
I pull a 42" box blade & 6' landscape rake with no problems.
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I pulled it out last night to look at it in the daylight. Boy she is a little rough. It is a 1993 with 925 hours. Hood is cracked on the front, both taillights are missing, grill is held on by twine, one headlight is missing, a few of the knobs are missing (but still function), it is 60" deck with mulching. When I get it at home, I will take some pics. Then clean her up and take a few more. I need to get some paint to do some dressing up. The attahcments would be great, but I really want her to look and function properly before I add anything to it. I am excited about it. Since I am new to this, is there anything I need to know about this diesel system before I ruin something, ie starting....?
Thanks again guys. You have helped me so much.
Richard
Thanks again guys. You have helped me so much.
Richard
beenthere
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""..Since I am new to this, is there anything I need to know about this diesel system before I ruin something, ie starting....?.....""
Yes, IMO get the manual and read up on what a great machine you have now. It is well worth your effort to fix it up. If in doubt, let me know where I can pick it up. /forums/images/graemlins/grin.gif
Yes, IMO get the manual and read up on what a great machine you have now. It is well worth your effort to fix it up. If in doubt, let me know where I can pick it up. /forums/images/graemlins/grin.gif
Dutch445
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That machine sounds like it's been used in a cemetery!
and maybe even rolled over once or twice!
good fixerupper...
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and maybe even rolled over once or twice!
good fixerupper...
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It does sound bad, and probably looks bad, but from where I am standing I only see potential. They said it runs good when its running, then it just gets hot. I know these guys and know they don't look for why, they park it and just call someone else to come mow the grounds. I am more tha happy to take over from here.
Where can I get some paint? How does this thing start? What are all these pedels and knobs for?
Where can I get some paint? How does this thing start? What are all these pedels and knobs for?
beenthere
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Where is your Deere dealer? /forums/images/graemlins/confused.gif /forums/images/graemlins/confused.gif /forums/images/graemlins/tongue.gif
If you haven't found him, I suggest you do (for your own sanity, if nothing else). There you will find the manual, the paint, the service manager who will book you in to find out why the 455 is overheating, and a multitude of other 'helps' that you will need, and maybe taillights too (although they are not well 'planted' in the metal fenders of the 455.
Enjoy. /forums/images/graemlins/wink.gif
If you haven't found him, I suggest you do (for your own sanity, if nothing else). There you will find the manual, the paint, the service manager who will book you in to find out why the 455 is overheating, and a multitude of other 'helps' that you will need, and maybe taillights too (although they are not well 'planted' in the metal fenders of the 455.
Enjoy. /forums/images/graemlins/wink.gif
KennedyDiesel
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The 48 and 54 do the wheel turn deal, but the 60 is a beast. I've never done one, but the wheels don't turn based on my observations...
Removing the 54" deck is a simple <5 minute job with no tools and no sweat...
Removing the 54" deck is a simple <5 minute job with no tools and no sweat...
