Hello my favorite tractor peeps. My newest issue after replacing the fuel shut-off solenoid, relay moduel and and all the seals on the hydraulic cylinders I find that the tractor now starts...

Hello all, I recently purchased a JD #7 backhoe for my 770 tractor and in getting it set up I learned I need the rear hanger brackets for the backhoe’s crossbar. I have a lot of fabrication skills...

We recently replaced the solenoid thinking it would fix the problem. It didn't. It will close for a moment with the key but once we go to start is opens and won't start. Wires don't look too bad...

My 1996 JD 770 tractor is not starting. i get no lights or anything. checke battery-it's good. i checked the fuses and after pulling them all-it did start. then, a few days later the same exact...

I have a 91 Jd 770 4x4. The brakes have something wrong. The pedals are way to hard to push and does not stop you and does not come back up when released. Where can i find a manual or video to...

Anyone out there got one they can shoot a picture of and / or maybe take a measurement of for me? My father now has my old 770 and the original seat is getting - unserviceable - may be the best...

Looking to change from turf to r4 tires and trying to R4 tire size

Good Morning. I have an early 90's 770 with 1500 hours. A few weeks back I noticed that high gear would not engage so I checked the hydro fluid and found it to be low. One of the quick couplers...

To some of you guys in the know. looking to buy a compact for light hogging and yard work. 1998 JD 770 or a 1997 Ford 1715 both have loaders and just over 1000 hrs and both very well maintained...

Hello, The power steering on my JD 770 is "whining" whenever I turn the wheels. Turning is still smooth with no performance issues - just noisy. Hydraulic fluid is full and looks very clean..had a...

Hello, Getting read to take delivery of a Woodland Mills chipper for my JD770. I've used my tractor for mowing, box blading, post hole digging, and always hated the process of mounting...

Greetings all, I'm new to the forum and new to tractors in general. I have a new-to-me JD 770 4WD that needs a new front wheel. I was out mowing our hunting property a few weeks ago and a stump...

I’ve got a John Deere 770 and just did an oil change.. oil was black as the night but thin like water.. smelled like burnt oil maybe a slight slight dent of diesel... replaced the oil and drove it...

Thought I would post this to add to the 770/790 database. Neighbour showed up pulling the JD770 (circa 2000) that I sold him years back. Still in really nice shape. Says it was running and just...

Hi all, I know that tire size has been hashed out on here a bunch, and I have looked for it in the search but it has gotten me more confused then when I started looking. Bear with me, its my first...

Like others, I hit a hidden stump & bent the tie rod. Removed the castle nuts off the top of the ball joint but can't free it. Tried whacking a 1X2" with a hammer against the threaded part that...

Hi guys, new to the forum. I’ve owned several John Deere lawn and garden tractors but recently purchased a John Deere 770 2wd w/power steering. It’s my first diesel ag tractor. I dont think the...

Good little tractor, but there mus be an internal leak somewhere. With a load in the bucket and on the 3pt the 3pt drops down, then it jumps back up to where it belongs. Hydraulic system makes...

Hi i have a jd770 the owners manual says place gear shift lever in 2nd gear range selector in neutral for stationary operation tractor will not stay running i have safety switch in defeat mode...

so I've looked thru the forum trying to solve this problem but I'm at a loss. So I was driving the tractor, shut it down, and then it would not start again. I turn the key and there is nothing...

One of the cylinders on my FEL drips a little whenever I crank it up. Do I have to rebuild the seal in the cylinder(JD wants $70 for the kit) or can I just change out the outer ( looks like a cr...

Hey guys, I'm trying to help a friend of mine, who is the new owner of a used JD770. He says the power steering is a bit jerky and is trying to find out where to add power steering fluid. He...

Hey guys, I'm trying to help a friend of mine, who is the new owner of a used JD770. He says the power steering is a bit jerky and is trying to find out where to add power steering fluid. He...

Hey guys, I'm trying to help a friend of mine, who is the new owner of a used JD770. He says the power steering is a bit jerky and is trying to find out where to add power steering fluid. He...

I'm a new member and hoping that someone can help me troubleshoot a starting problem with my 1998 JD 770 compact tractor. The tractor started and ran fine approximately two weeks ago (its used...

Will a 60in mmm from JD 770 fit JD855

Good evening, I'm looking for a subframe for a model 7 backhoe for a JD 770 compact tractor. I need the two back two hangers, john deere part numbers M94698 and M94697. Does anybody have them for...

I went to start my 770 yesterday and I heated the glow plugs by turning the ignition counter clockwise for 10 seconds ( as normal) then went to start it and it turned over for a second then I lost...

I had recently move to the country side and very inexperience about tractor or how to operate. I bought a used JD770 model and had been using the tractor out in the field for a small garden...

Looking for front 4x4 parts.Any 70 parts

Hi All, Rats ate the wiring under the seat & I have replaced it but stater motor won't engage, [makes the right clicks when depressed] how do I hot wire it bypassing the ignition switch? LenV from...

Hey Guys, I have a 770 which I bought with a front end loader and backhoe. It didn't come with any of the 3 point stuff so I was going to order the components from an online dealer specializing...

Once upon a time, there was some discussion here about adding hydraulic capability on the 770/790's and I can't find what I'm looking for. How do I add more valves to this tractor? Is there a PB...

I'm the proud new owner of a 770 with only 400hrs on it. I'm thinking I want to put a backhoe on the back, since its such a light tractor relatively, I'd like to go the sub frame mount. I've...

I'm new to this forum, and I know the JD 770 is an old topic, but I have a PTO problem and could use advice. I recently bought this tractor (1990) with a JD model 70 loader, and about 2200 h on...

Our high school uses a JD 770 and here today it has had problems on start up. When cold started the rpm is very slow to climb it took 10 minutes at WOT to get to 1000 rpm. It slowly seems to clear...

Going to look at a mid model year 770 this weekend. It is a 2wd, mid mount mower, and turf tires with about 2000 hours. I don't have any experience with these tractors, but is sized for what I...

I Have a JD770 with a #7 backhoe and I am trying to find specifications on the reinforcement hooks, I have attached a picture to what specs I am looking for. I NEED HELP WITH THIS ONE!!! I cant...

I have a 1994 JD 770 compact tractor, with a Yanmar 4cylinder diesel engine. Over the years the mice have eaten portions of the ignition wiring harness, so I resorted to wiring a simple push...

Just started using this old 770 tractor and was running fine. Then it just quit. Found the neg. battery cable had come off the battery. Reconnected it and it would crank but not start. Finally...

I have a leak on my 3-pt hitch valve. It is leaking really good from the place where the valve mounts to the main case. I also have a problem with the hitch not wanting to lower. I have the...

Have a 1992 JD 770. 12.8v at battery, 12.7 at starter and all fuses are good (that I found). I have checked almost all connections...and nothing. I went to start it, the pump primed and glow...

Hi, I need to replace the transmission cover gasket (J.D. pn M803011) on my 1992 770. It doesn't seem that anyone stocks this item, online any way. I am going to call a local dealer here in R.I...

Hi Guys (and Girls) I have had a 770 for about 12 years. It has loader, 60 inch belly mower, Tiller, Back hoe (ford) and blades, etc. It has been a great tractor, but 7 years ago I had to...

Last week I cut the grass with my 770 then backed it up to a trailer to hook it up and move some brush. I shut down the tractor, got off and hooked up the trailer, and when I got back on the seat...

Hi, First time post here. I have a T-6 Harley Rake and I am waiting on my John Deere 770 to show up. Has anyone used a Harley Rake on the 770 before? I know it is on the small end of recommended...

Hello- I just bought a JD 770 to maintain a gravel driveway and plow snow, etc...and unfortunately cannot find much information on it. I was told that it is an '89, but looked up the model...

Hello- I just bought a JD 770 to maintain a gravel driveway and plow snow, etc...and unfortunately cannot find much information on it. I was told that it is an '89, but looked up the model...

After using the search box I have found most info needed but have a few questions. My 770 has AG tires and I am thinking of converting to R4. My rear tires now are AG 12.4 -16. I can buy a perfect...

Hello Guys.a newbie here I recently purchased a used 1993 John deere 770. 700 hours 4wd ,60" belly mower. After the second week there was gear oil leakage by the left front tire. I just a assume...

How do you release the brake lock on a John Deere 770 utility/compact tractor? Just got it. When trying to back up it dies as if the brake is on somehow. Thanks anyone.

My 770 has started and run well since I've owned it. With the drought in north Missouri this year, I didn't start it for 4 months. Now I can't get it to turn over. The battery is fully charged and...

One of my in-laws, probably my favorite... who sold me my first tractor at a really great price, is preparing his estate to make it easier on his family. He has a JD770 tractor with FEL and BH...

Got the tractor out last weekend and did some mowing for my aunt and uncle. I cut down a field with grass/weeds about 4 ft tall with a 5 ft bushhog cutter. It ran very well, in fact it seemed to...

Need a back hoe for JD 770 in Ct

My hood release lever pulled loose without opening the hood. It now just flops around, clearly disconnected from whatever it is supposed to do. I have tried to re-seat it, kind of blind, but...

I have a J Deere 770 4wd, When I shift into 2wd the engine shuts off and will not re-start until i shift back into 4wd. Any ideas? Thanks! Danny

Hello everyone! I am having quite a problem with a company tractor and I am hoping someone can help! I work for college that has a JD 770 CUT 4WD that is used for landscaping purposes and just...

Ok, after doing numerous searches and talking with the JD dealership, I'm convinced that the hydraulics has water in it. It's the usual, milky oil, clogged pickup screen, jerky bucket operation...

After the rockshaft lift arms are fully raised they have a free travel. I have the service manual for my JD770 that gives a procedure to adust the amount of free travel. However, the procedure...

Anybody who's looking for a nice tractor might want to come to this auction. I checked it out last week, looks to be in excellent condition. AuctionZip.com - Live Auction Locator - Fast,Easy, and...

I just called my local JD dealer and they said a 20 amp alternator for my 770 in >$300. Does that sound right? Any suggestions on where to price check them? Might have to take it in to be...

Thinking about selling my 770...mfwd w/60in belly mower. 1989 model (one of the first made). Around 2000 hrs. Turf tires. Most hours have been while sitting still running a grain auger w/ PTO...

She runs like a top! Neighbor near me had a big standing-dead whit oak felled. I said I'd take the wood; he said ok. I am an idiot:o The Deere 770 working hard pictures by modified_bob2007 -...

MY JOHN DEERE 1997 770 DIESEL TRACTOR RUNs GOOD FOR AN HOUR THEN ACTS LIKE IT IS RUNNING OUT OF FUEL, I HAVE REPLACED THE FUEL FILTER, DRAINED THE TANK, PUT IN NEW FUEL, CLEARED THE LINES FROM...

I would like to know if a JD model 45 rear blade, 84 inches, is actually too much wiehgt for 1996 JD 770 tractor? I have concerns, but maybe I worry for nothing. Also the rear pto drop seems fast...

i've got a 1998 jd770 with a woods 7500 backhoe on it. the hoe has it's own seat, but it's always in the way. even with the hoe seat in it's lowest position it hits the back of the tractor seat...

Last July, I set up a search on eBay for a mid PTO kit for my 770. Looks like I finally found one and it's on its way. Now, once I get that in, it'll be time to start looking for a mid-mount...

Right now I have it rigged to keep running by wrapping a wire around the piece? that turns the engine off. My tractor will turn off and on no problem. If I go to put in any gear it shuts off the...

I have a JD 770 Utility Tractor and need a new from rim (12X4JA 6 lug), but John Deere now longer has this part availalble. Does anyone have any suggestions fro a replacement source?

Computers are above me so I finally got some help to post a picture of my new (used) tractor. I like it.!!

Hello folks, I am new here and I just purchased a used jd 770 4wd from a nice old farmer in va. its a 1993 model with 760 original hours on it. it was a barn kept machine and is...

Hi, New user to this site and hope to soon be new 770 owner, first tractor, because I'm not counting the Murray "lawn tractor! I have been reading all I can on this site. I was able to go to the...

I have a 1995 John Deere 770 4 wheel drive tractor, and would like to put a mid-mount mower on it. I've found several mowers for this tractor but my biggest problem is that the tractor doesn't...

Hi, last fall I bought a '97 JD 770. It came with a back blade, brush hog & harrow. I bought a new 5 foot Rollins Box Blade late last week. I went to hook up the box blade over the weekend...

Good Morning all, A while back I purchased a used JD 770 tractor with a loader and backhoe. It has been a great tractor and I now want to expand my capabilities. I am looking for all the...

OK.......some of you have been following my post in the hydraulics section....well I have completed the JD 7 BH control box repair and have hooked it up today!:) So I back my 770 in to connect and...

I have 1996 John Deere 770 with the Ag type tires on it and would like to put new R4 tires on my old Deere. The front ag tires are very whimpy when doing loader work with heavy loads. I would...

Does anyone have any ideas for a soft or hard cab for a John Deere 770 tractor. My tractor has a rops but no canopy.

Hello Everyone, I was wondering if anyone knew when deere stopped selling the 770 ??? I was looking at a 790 to purchase but than I ran across a 770 Thanks for your help\ Robert

My grandfather ordered this 770 new, but it does not have any hydraulics. He basically got it to mainly run a small grain auger on our farm, and to mow lawn. Now I am using it quite a bit...

Can someone help me out on attachments for a JD 770. What makes and models go on this unit? I have my guesses in parenthesis, but they might be wrong: Loader: (JD 60 or 70) other makes like...

JD 770 w/out hydraulics Hi guys, I'm new to the forum. I have a JD 770 MFWD, but did not come w/ hydraulics. I am needing some information on if you can add a dual or even single hydraulic...

Hello, I'm going to look at a JD 770 with 775 hours. The owner states it's in excellent condition and always stored indoors. The photos seem to back up those claims. It has turf tires, new...

Hello, I bought a '95 770 yesterday. It has aboutu 650 hours and seems to be in darn good shape. Can anyone recommend any links to buy manuals and parts for Deere tractors? I look forward to...

On my 770 I find it impossible to tighten up the sway links on the 3 pt. hitch enough to do anything. So whatever implement I have on the back moves maybe a foot either way depending on where the...

1997 John Deere 770 2WD 295 Hrs looks good. What is a fair price?

1. What is the proper warm idle speed? 2. What size landscape rake can I go with, 6,7 feet etc? Thanks, and happy digging/mowing/splitting/seeding/plowing/loading!!:D

I'm looking at the cost of re-shoeing the old girl vs buying a new machine. Right now I have some dry rotted turfs that have tubes in them to hold air. I don't have the tractor nearby so I can't...

Saw a 94 JD770(2wd) today with 390hrs. Looks like new as owner garaged it all its life. Tractor was used only for mowing (finish mower). Asking price is $6700. How's that sound to you and is the...

Hi everybody! Got some questions regarding my tractor that I hope you guys can help with: 1) I've been using the machine pretty hard on the weekends and she's been performing great. But I think...

Has anyone had to deal with gear oil leaking from the front axle on their 4X4 tractor? The inside of my front right front tire has become covered with oil & dirt and it is starting to leave a...

hi guys been enjoying reading you all on tbn, and now it' time for me to ask a (maybe) simple question. in my operator's manual, in section on operating on slopes&rough terrain, it says to move...

My neighbor inherited a late 90's 770 w/70A loader. How in the heck do you get the stupid hood to open. Found what we thought to be the hood latch (L shaped) on the front right side of engine bay...

Started my 770 yesterday. Hadn't run it in about 6 weeks. Battery was dead. Had to jump it off of the truck. All went well then...pow...just stopped running. I had it in neutral to start to...

hey guys. i have a 93 770, looking to get a log splitter to run off the tractor. i dont have a select control valve for the hydraulics. its a all wheel drive unit. what am i looking to spend for...

hey guys. i might be in the wrong section of the forum, if so, forgive me. I might be acquiring 15 acres of hayfield in the next couple months. I have a John Deere 770. is it possible to use this...

First, I have never had a loader before. So, I'm looking at a nice 770 with a loader & have a couple questions & I don't know the nomenclature of loaders, so I'll have to describe the location of...

Hey Guys, im coming close to my first tractor purchase. I have a JD 770 in my sights. I have been having trouble finding alot of info on this model and i havent made it out to the dealer to look...

Can someone tell me the Hydraulic Filter number for a John Deere 770 Compact tractor. I looked at my manual and it does not list the filter number. I looked at the Hydraulic filter and it was...

just wandering what size box blade my 770 2wd will handl e thanks :

I can not figure out what the yellow oil cap is for on the right side(oil filter side) of the engine is for. There is an oil fill cap on the top of the engine and this yellow one on the side. The...

I am trying to find a yellow seat to fit my 770 JD. Does anyone know if other seats may fit other than the only one that is listed for that model. Thanks

does anyone know if the 770 2wd has a live pto. does it keep running when the clutch is pressed. thanks

I am looking at making a bid on a JD 770 (1989) . It has 1022 hrs. on it and all it has ever done is cut grass with a 5 ft. finishing mower. However , it has been setting up for 2 / 3 years but...

I have a 1995 John Deere 770 2WD. I have common radial style tractor tires on the rear and Tri-Ribbed tires on the front. I have a bad tire on the front. The front tire size is a 6.50 X 10...

Need help, installed the backhoe onto my JD 770 tractor, it was tricky being I have never done it before, After installing it I have been unable to keep the inner locking slot locked. The #7...

I ADDED THE SHIMS IN THE HYDRAULICS UNDER THE SEAT TO GIVE IT MORE LIFTING AND DIGGING POWER YESTERDAY AND IT MADE A GOOD DIFFERENCE. THIS IS THE QUESTION. WAS THERE SUPPOSE TO BE SHIMS THERE...

Hi all! Great site! Been browsing here (yep, did a quick search) and need a bit of help. I just recently aquired the tractor in my signature and need a little help with the maintenance. The...

Used 1994, 1179 hours, 4WD, turfs, model 70 loader, 60" MMM and 48" yard rake. Fresh fluid and filter change, includes 1 set of filters, 6 quarts oil and spare mower blades and belt. All owner's...

My JD 770 quit while I was going down the road at an even rpm. It did not smoke, miss out, or shudder before it quit. It is a low hr tractor in good shape. It cranks over good, but it does'nt...

i have posted 1 other time. my dad just bought a 770 and i was just curious about the machine, the do's and don'ts the good and bad. it is 4x4 with hoe, loader, post hole digger and box scraper.i...

Would anybody happen to have the specs and years produced for the JD770 compact 4x4? I've happened upon one for sale and would like to know more about it. Thanks DMB.

Would someone be so kind as to post pictures of their JD 770? There is one for sale a few hours away but I would like to see one before I make the trip. He is asking $10,700 for a 1992 JD 770...

Looked at this tractor this evening. It has 675 hours and comes w/FEL. Asking price is $11,400 - negotiable. I am not in the used market enough to know if 675 is a lot of hours. Owner is also...

I am new to the forum although I have been reading for a while. I have found a clean 1998 JD 770 for sale. It has 300 hrs, 4WD, power steering and 60"MMM for $8500. Does this sound like a good...

Hello All, Well this tractor is up for sale and what I'm confussed about is that it has 260 hrs on meter and the floor board shows bare metal from, of course, use. Does this happen to the...

Hi Everyone, I'm new to the JD forum. I've been looking very hard at New Holland TC21d and TC25d, but I've also found a price on a barely used 96 JD 770 with 60" MMM , and a loader for $12,200...

I am in the process of adding rear hydraulic ports to my john deere 770 tractor so that I can run a log spliiter or snow blower chute. whilst discussing this with the service manager at a...

Hey guys, Can a 2WD 770 handle a front end loader and if so what is a good size? Thanks.

Hey guys I need help. I am looking for my 1st tractor and came across a JD 770, '96 model with 303 hrs. It is 2WD with turf tires. I am gonna be doing yard work , a little bushhogging and small...

On my way into work this morning, somebody had a used 770 out for sale. It has 140 hours on it, and what looks like an Alamo 60" tiller. The poster on it wasn't clear whether the tiller was...