Aftermarket Hood New in box. Includes Fuel Lid I purchased it and don't need it now. Never installed. Located in Muskoka, Ontario, Canada (P1P1R3) $300 no taxes

John Deere 4300- I have this fluid leak in my left front tire area and was wondering what and where the fluid is coming from and how I can repair it. I am just guessing it is a seal gone bad in...

On my 1999 JD4300 - I want to convert the exhaust from exiting out by the lower left front to vertical exhaust through the hood. Can anyone inform me of the kit and part number I could buy to do...

Hi My 4300 starts but when I put the shifter to forward or reverse the engine turns off. I want to know if there is a disconnect switch malfunctions and how to find it.

JD 4300 turn to start, no response, no cranking

How tough is it to replace brakes on a JD 4300, my wife won't drive it because the brakes are to tuff to push to stop.

JohnDeere 4300 year 1999 service manual looking for wet clutch service and parts manual+ spec on oil in clutch someone has above for sale, or is there a lien to fin info? bob , from sherbrooke...

John deere 4300 stalls dies when letting off clutch in forward and reverse. Runs fine until then. Anyone have this problem that could help.

I have recently inherited a jd4300 hst. I have figured out most of the knobs and levers but the large pedal on the right side above the forward and reverse pedals (there is a large P on the pedal)...

I have recently inherited a jd4300 hst. I have figured out most of the knobs and levers but the large pedal on the right side above the forward and reverse pedals (there is a large P on the pedal)...

I read Dee Gaylord's excellent youtube tutorial on front axle seal replacement for his 4310. I also have a small oil drip out of the plug (about 3" diameter) at the bottom of the front gear case...

Looking for a transmission housing part # yz80911

I have a 1999 John Deere 4300 that won't crank. I bought it new and it has served me well. It currently has 1300 hours. Prior to now, I might have had to jiggle the power reverser lever whilst...

JD 4300 gas gauge is pegged and so is temp gauge, but rpms work and hour meter. Is it most likely the sending units on gas and temp or the cluster. I understand the cluster for these models is...

I have a JD4300 with a 430 front loader and I would like to know if I could substitute the fluid filled tires ballast with more weight one the 3p hitch. I am currently in the middle of fabricating...

Looking for advice on JD 4300…..bogs down when warming up if you try to go forward too quickly. I try to let it warm up but in high range (C), pressing the forward pedal the engine bogs down but...

Can anyone tell me where to check the hydraulic fluid level at, I have looked and can not find it

New pics of the grapple "The Thumb" that I like a lot for moving brush and logs after cutting trees.

My 4300 syn reverser goes forward then jumps in reverse. Almost like tractor is trying to go forward and reverse at the same time. It stalls the motor. That KS for your input.

My jd4300 was smoking very slightly, i need advice on this Thanks

Hello, I have a 2001 JD4300 and have developed a leak, but cannot pinpoint where it is coming from. I am attaching some pics, as if some of you are better inclined and may have had the same issue...

My 2000 JD 4300 wont crank. The other day It started right up I pulled it out of the barn and parked it. When I went to start it up to put it away it wont crank. I get a click like the fuel shut...

Note: I initially posted this in a general forum. A member recommended I post to this forum instead. Not sure how to delete my prior form. Apologies for the poor form. Also, I'm currently in...

i have a jd 4300 that the loader settles down quite fast iknow its not the lift seals , i want to check the load check valve but there is 3 of them, which one is for loader lift cylinders?

First time poster here. Glad to join the community. I have a John Deere 4300 HST that came with a house we purchased earlier this year (February of 2021). It has about 2700 hours on it and I...

When I got out to bush hog this fall my tractor would quit when I would angle to go up a hill. It didn't usually start happening until I was at least 20 or 30 minutes into bush hogging. It won't...

how do I know what hydraulic top link I need for a John Deere 4300 and any suggestions where to get one ?

I have a 99' John Deere 4300 with a 300x loader on it. I lifted up a Befco finish mower to bring up to the house to work on it. Lifted it up no problem then I shut the tractor off and when I tried...

Anything on my 3 point will not hold position. Can't even hold up light pine straw rake. I'm thinking internal seal leaking fluid. Anyone had this issue?

greetings i removed the radiator off a 4300 for a neighbor and he's going to take it for repair sometime.... anyway as soon as i removed the plate that the hood latch is attached to, the rod and...

Could not get it to start last winter when was well below zero and I needed to move some snow, Promised my self I would install one this summer, Looking for recommendations,

With an attachment hooked up and in the lifted position it slowly drops and then lifts to the top position. Continually repeating. Thanks to Joe for the tech. manual, i followed the tests in the...

I have a JD 4300 that overheats within about 5 minutes of first crank. I'm assuming this is the thermostat that likely needs to be replaced? Belts look fine, plenty of coolant. Anyone know if...

Got a 2002 JD 4300 HST that has around 2000 hours on it (panel died years ago)? This little JD has done lots of hard work over the years. I've had to repair a few items but it's served me pretty...

Thank you for past responses. J Deere 4300, 2001 model, 1100 hours 1. Starting problem. Had no start problem 9-10 years ago, and it resolved itself. Now, have had the issue again...

I purchased a 4300 sync reverser and it had no throttle cable for foot pedal. I have purchased the cable and bracket. Looking for pictures to see the route and how and where the bracket attaches...

Finally got around to replacing the loose inner tie rods on the 4300. When i say loose, i mean they had about 3/16" axial play. I would watch the tires wobble in and out while driving straight. I...

I have a John Deere 4300 HST compact tractor with a 420 front end loader. I am the second owner but have had the machine for over 10 years. I think it was built in 2000 and only has just over...

New member, first post. I have a JD 4300 HST. When I step on forward or reverse pedal, it dies. When I engage rear PTO. it dies. I have bypassed the seat safety switch, I have replaced the switch...

Shifting lever for the PTO clutch sheared the roll (spring) pin when disengaging clutch, leaving the PTO running the brush hog. Left it running to return to the shed, because shutting off the...

I recently purchased my first tractor, a JD 4300. I has the 420 loader on it, but the mechanism that allows the loader to be parked was all removed (handle, rod, spring, etc). The front frame...

My 3 point just recently started screwing up (more than usual). Since I've owned the tractor (2016) when I raise it all the way up the motor would labor, so I would have to move the lever down a...

Through the sight window I saw my fluid looked cloudy. Did a full drain with new main filter..cleaned and tightened fill cap. Ran for about 10 min. Still cloudy. I THINK it is water...could it...

I would appreciate any insight you guys could offer about a problem I am having on a new to me JD 4300 2WD HST. It has 1,600 hours on it. When I picked it up I check operation in A,B,and C...

I am stumped, I can start the tractor fine but as soon as I put it in gear is stalls even though I have not let out the clutch. The seat switch was disconnected years ago and I have no problem...

Hi all, I’m looking for opinions on this comparison. I’m considering my options for getting a 4x4 tractor with loader. I found these two at comparable price near me at $13k. Originally I was...

2001 4300 with front loader. 4X4: Synch reverse tranny with shuttle shift. 2550 hours. Asking 9200, thoughts?

Did a couple hours of brush hogging along the woods trails and stopped at the shed to blow off the 513 brush mower before parking it. Back on the 4300 and "no start". What the ?? Couldn't leave...

Gents I was using my 4300 Gear drive today to disk up a food plot and after about 5 rounds of running in Gear A 3. I switched to Gear A 4..... I went about 50 yards and it felt like I hit a brick...

Newbee Here I have a 2000 Model John Deere 4300 Sync Shift / Gear Drive Model 4wd with 430 Loader and approx 2000 hours on unit..... I recently developed an issue of getting Hydraulic oil in the...

2002 4300 HST with 430 FEL. Recently started having issues with FEL being weak. 3 pt still seemed to work normal. PTO and HST drive seemed to have normal power. Issue seemed to be confined to...

Hi, my name is Pat and I inherited a 4300 john deere 3 speed sst from my father. I remember splitting the tractor with him to repair the range shifter fork as it had broken and less than 500 hrs...

Hi, my name is Pat and I inherited a 4300 john deere 3 speed sst from my father. I remember splitting the tractor with him to repair the range shifter fork as it had broken and less than 500 hrs...

Hi, my name is Pat and I inherited a 4300 john deere 3 speed sst from my father. I remember splitting the tractor with him to repair the range shifter fork as it had broken and less than 500 hrs...

Just bought this used 508 hours So far I have done a full hydraulic oil flush with new filter and cleaned the tranny screen also did an oil change all John Deere oem filters and oils. I’m new to...

With scr lever in neutral and/or all gear levels in neutral position the tractor will creep forward if parking brake is not engaged. Also if not attempting to move forward there is still a drag on...

Im new to tractors in general. Picked up 5 acres and figured I need a tractor to maintain it. I went to a local auction and picked up this beauty. 1998 john deere with only 508 hours with the...

The neighbor has a John Deere 4300 and was using a 3 point PTO driven stump grinder. No big event or noise, but at some point the the tractor would not move forward or back and the rear PTO...

My 02 4300 HST died and won稚 start. Several years ago I had an issue where it would die when I got off the seat and then not re start. If I would jiggle the pedals a little it would start...

i have a 4300 with a SyncReverser transmission. It moves forward and reverse just fine. The issue is while having the forward/reverse lever is in neutral position. The machine drifts rearward. Has...

2001 JD 4300 SRT 4WD tractor with 750 hours with 420 front end loader and 47 backhoe, purchased 2 weeks ago. I used it to move piles of dirt and debris from timber property that was clear cut in...

I finally got around to installing the replacement gage cluster for my 1998 Deere 4300 HST and when I started it up the tachometer is sweeping in reverse direction. Idle reading is about 800 rpm...

New to Forum Looking for Rear tires (355/80D 20) and parts for my 1999 John Deere 4300 in the Utah area or reasonable shipping. Hoping to find used tires rather then paying $800-$900 per tire...

I have a used 4300. The rear says it should be able to pick up about 2,200 lbs.? Well this is twice now the left lift linkage has broken on me. I had it welded once and now it broke in another...

Hi, I'm going to be looking at a 4300 tonight. 1999 model year, 2500 hours, MFWD, rear and mid hydro, HST drive with cruise, 420 FEL. Anything to look out for? $13,500 is his asking price...

I have a John Deere 4300 HST tractor. It only has about 830 hours and has been a great tractor. Here is my situation: The three point hitch raises and lowers just fine. However, when I have...

I just acquired a JD4300 project (basket case), supposedly running when prev owner passed 5yrs ago, been setting out side,,i want to see if this boy is gonna run before I get to deep in it,,the...

Looking for new OR used turf tires for my JD4300. Front and back. Size Front: 7.00 x 14 Size Back: 41x14.00-20 Located in Massachusetts. Thanks

For years i have put up with the problem of not starting so i replaced the thermistor and solenoid but i can稚 figure something out. Solenoid wont click hard or pull plunger in on start...

So I've read a few post on here discussing some of the same problems I've been having , however , mine seems to be a little more difficult . Loader stopped working completely several months ago ...

Just received my blizzard B74 today. Looks like a monster. was told to go slow and it should be just fine. Wish me luck!

I owned a John Deere 4300 that I bought new in 1999 and sold it 14 years later in 2013. I purchased some property recently and need a comparable tractor. It looks like the 3320 may have replaced...

So - I just bought a '01 4300 with the model 48 backhoe attachment. There are some leaky hydraulic cylinders - both swing arms and the bucket cylinder are dripping. I am going to attempt to...

Using Marvel Mystery Oil as a diesel additive. Any ideas recommendations or regrets?

Using Marvel Mystery Oil as a diesel additive. Any ideas recommendations or regrets?

Received a new TurboSaw LT3200 and used it on my JD 4300 today to lower the height of 50 or more spruce stumps, cleaning up a red oak/ white spruce plantation after 18 years since planting. Need...

Hello: I have 1 1999 John Deere 4300 and I currently am having issues with my temp gauge on the console dash. Sometimes it will work just fine but lately it has slowly moved over to the pin on...

Guys my 01 4300 starts up an will run as long as u keep the starter engaged,when u return the key to the normal run position it shuts down anyone had this issue?

Greetings, my name is Dan and I'm a total newbie as far as tractors go. I now own one, but I've never even used one in the past, so I'm probably going to have numerous stupid questions in the near...

Hello all! I recently sold my Kubota BX24 that was an awesome little tractor, just not big enough. I bought a 2001 John Deere 4300 to replace it. I am already starting to feel a little buyers...

When changing filter, or cleaning screen, does the hydraulic start flowing out, or just what's in the filter?

When changing filter, or cleaning screen, does the hydraulic start flowing out, or just what's in the filter?

Hi all, I see the earlier post from today, my problem is a bit different. Turn the key, nothing happens (no lights either) but can jump it to start. Got it back to the barn, turned it off, and...

I was buying hay spears from Titan Industries (which, by the way has some excellent prices on the limited number of things they make), and saw they made an 8' snow pusher. I bought the pusher and...

Something happened today that has me worried. I had unloaded the tractor and was about a mile down a dirt road clipping along probably around 12 mph when the tractor suddenly locked up and skidded...

Not sure if this is a hydraulic problem or mechanical. Owned the tractor since new, about 6000 hrs on it. Today I had the splitter on the 3pth with the splitter down on the ground. Easy splitting...

Hi All Very first post and excited to listen to like minds! Im trying to determine the pressure out and in ends of the pipe in the pic below, (in other words, the flow direction) Im trying to...

Hi All Very first post and excited to listen to like minds! Im trying to determine the pressure out and in ends of the pipe in the pic below, (in other words, the flow direction) Im trying to...

Is gear transmission oil change the same thing as hydraulic oil change?

I finally got something to use my 3-point hitch for, and I need some help. The center link that came with my tractor is a Cat1 to Cat2 link. I originally thought I could just buy a bushing for...

I have a JD4300 with a 430 FEL. I am unable to simultaneously lift and tilt the bucket. The loader feels strong otherwise. It will lift fully, tilt fully, and has power to lift the front of...

I am thinking of getting a backhoe attachment for my 4300. Besides the JD 47 and 48 what others will fit my tractor.

Hi Folks, I have a JD 4300 that sometimes will not turn over using the ignition switch, starts fine by jumping starter solenoid, sometimes starts fine on its own, wasn't a big problem but the...

My 1999 JD 4300 HST engine dies when the PTO is engaged. I have checked the seat switch and it appears to be functioning correctly. Any suggestions what to check next would be appreciated.

I have a JD 4300 HST and I'm overdue to flush the cooling system. I'm concerned about opening the radiator petcock. My owner's manual shows a photo of a metal petcock but my tractor's radiator has...

Hello, I have a JD 4300 that will not start. It will not turn over at all but battery is fully charged. I have read many threads with the same topic and many have replaced the "thermistor"...

I have been using my 4300 a lot lately and the motor has turned off on and I cant figure out why. It only happens when I have been using it for a while and then when I go over a big bump or rock...

I just bought a new to me 4300 and the tires on the front are pretty well bald. Right now it has what I assume to be the stock Carlisle 27 8.50 15 turf tires on it. I saw a guy up here with a...

Tractor is a JD 4300 4wd. I bought it with the house in May. When we looked a the place in February it was in the garage with a snow plow on it so I took the hint and got a decent price on it...

As the title says guys I am working on a JD 4300 tractor. The problem I have is that it engages fine but disengaged really hard, and I mean really hard. It keeps breaking the roll pins. I changed...

Any one have a pdf of the JD 4300 manual? I lost mine in a move and I cant seem to find any free ones online.

Hello, while installing the third scv kit and removing the rear wheels I found that the bolts that held the retainer on the rear axle housing had pulled away, cracking a chunk out of the housing...

I was hoping some of you more experienced tractor owners could point me in the right direction. I have a JD 4300 4wd hydro that stops dead in its tracks like you hit a brick wall. This occurs very...

I was mowing last weekend with my JD 4300 compact utility tractor and noticed the steering wasn't responding, and looked down and had hydraulic fluid leaking. It is leaking from one of the...

My buddy got a good deal on a 2000ish 4wd 4300 but both front axle seals are leaking. Once the bevel gears are removed, there is a large hole under the end of the axle. inside this access hole is...

I have a 1999 model 4300 john Deere compact utility tractor with a 430 front end loader. It has 500+ hours on it. The hydraulic fluid and filter has been changed twice since new. There is a slow...

Hello Everyone! So my 430 FEL has been acting weird, not holding height with or without load, and if I have a load in the bucket and pull back about 10-20 percent on the control, the loader...

Hi all, I recently saw a JD4300 for sale,year 2001, 720 hours on it, tires like new, hydraulics for FEL on board, 1x double hydraulic output at the back, manual shifting, 540 PTO. Asking price is...

I recently picked up a JD 4300. I know they were manufactured from 1998-2003. Can anyone tell me what year this one is from? Thanks......Dave

Im new here at posting but ive lurked on this page for a while, never thinking id need help, well the day has come. I have a John deere 4300, and its leaking from the bottom of the front axle. It...

I bought a JD 4300 from the owner of the house that we are buying. Tractor comes with a 430 loader, bucket, blade, and a Frontier RC2060 brush hog. I want to pick up a finish mower and a small...

Is there a list of which belly mowers fit which tractors for John Deere? Specifically will a 72" mower from a 870 fit on a 4300? The guy I am buying a house from has offered me a killer deal...

I'm looking at a 2000 JD 4300; 4x4; HST; 750 hours; 420 loader; good tires; shed kept; clean and good shape based on photos. I haven't seen in person yet. Told there is a problem with hood...

Hello guys, Names michael. After owning a deere 4100 HST for 5 years and zero issues i decided to upgrade to the 4300 HST.... I love the older compacts.... I bought the 4300 about two weeks...

My 2001 , 4300 has been starting hard in the cold weather. If I warm it up after a few minutes it will start right up I am thinking maybe it's time to change out the transmission oil .it's been...

Looking at a 4300 that is for sale in my area, it has a transmission problem, it will not go forward at all, reverse works fine in all gears and all ranges, tractor looks and runs good , 4wd and...

Hello all! Well my situation is this..... Up here in CT, we have had a moderate amount of snowfall in a short amount of time. Using my 4300 To push some piles back in the street I noticed...

I notice the other day when trying to hook a attachment to tractor that my PTO was rotating.. I had the lever in the brake position and I could stop the PTO by my foot. I released my foot and the...

It's a little cold outside. 20F. Recently, I have had a problem starting the tractor. It cranks fine, but doesn't start. Tried the manifold heater. Nada. After turning the start switch on...

Hello, I have a John Deere 4300 HST with a new problem. While plowing snow last night I had the tractor in low and while maneuvering the bucket I heard and felt a bang. The tractor stopped...

Just bought my first tractor, a slightly used John Deere 4300 32 HP 4wd hydro and I am already looking for attachments I want to buy. My dad has a New Holland TC33D we have used for years so we...

I have a JD 4300 that I bought because it had a set of rear remotes. It came with a 60" belly mower that was plumbed into the rear remotes with hard lines. I didn't need it at that time and I have...

I had a gear drive 4200 and I upgraded to a 4300 that I bought because it had a set of rear remotes. It came with a 60" belly mower that was plumbed into the rear remotes with hard lines. I...

2001 John Deere 4300 with 4 wheel drive and manual transmission. Over the past year the shifter has had issues finding reverse....no slipping...just having trouble actually shifting into gear...

Trying to determine a price range for a 2001 JD 4300 w/ 430 loader. Good condition w/ less than 540 hours. Attachments include a quick detach 6' bucket & 5' root rake, 5' JD bush hog, box blade w/...

Tom here with some ongoing electrical & starting issues with my dad's John Deere 4300 Compact Tractor (Sync Reverser model). The story started by the tractor refusing to start: went from a...

Hello All! Would like some input on installing 2 inch wheel spacers on my 02 JD4300. Problems? Design ok for it?? Thanks!

Hello everyone! I'm new to the tractor community and recently purchased a 2002 JD 4300 HST. Great machine!! I want to change all the fluids since I'm the new owner and confused on what...

My 2000 deere 4300 sync reverser compact tractor forward - reverse lever is moving when clutch is pressed or released. I noticed they are both on the same shaft in the trans. but this does not...

Hello my john deere 4300 with sync-reverser trans. is popping the forward -reverse lever out of forward position when you release the clutch.The clutch is also sticking sometimes then engages. any...

A couple days ago I was using my 4300 HST and felt a jerk/pop in the steering wheel. It wasn't under a load or in a tight spot. I noticed an immediate change in the steering (power steering...

Hi folks, anybody have one of these apart? Looks like a leaky seal and who knows, maybe a worn bearing causing the seal to fail.

When I got my 4300 the scissor assembly was broken. It works but would not stay in position. Today I took it apart and found that the links (look like a figure 8) were connected at one end but not...

Hi gang, I have a Deere 4300 (30 HP, 3,000 lbs) with R-4 tires. My farm is a good sandy loam, very little clay. I need to break some new ground, looking to vastly increase my mini-farm to about...

I was using my tractor this past weekend to move some dirt and I cut the tractor off. When I got back on it to start it wouldnt start. there is a white wire on the starter that i am guessing goes...

I need help finding the rear PTO safety switch on my JD 4300 SyncReverser. I have spent too much time searching the internet for a picture and looking through my Technical Manual. I have read that...

Hi All, Picked up a used 4300 a couple months ago with less than 600 hours. Using it today went forward and picked up a load of sandy loam with the 430 loader, went to back up with the load and...

I like everything about my JD4300 except for the fact that the exhaust pipe exits right next to the left front wheel where gases blow right back into the operator's face. Perhaps I'm the only one...

I was using the bucket to push some brush to compact the pile. (bucket in the dump position) It hyper extended and now will not roll. I lowered the bucket and backed up with it on the ground to...

i need a wireing schamatic for a jd 4300 hst

Does anyone know the size of the lower Radiator hose on a 2001 jd 4300 it looks like 11/4 . I am planning on putting an in line block heater in the hose. Thank you for your help

My glow plug light does not light, it is 0 degrees F. and after I have the battery fully charged with my battery charger, it did start. It was a rough start, but it did start. does that mean the...

While heading out to build a deer stand I happened to flip up a short log that went under the tractor. A hundred yards later I noticed my power steering getting weak and the drive got noisy...

I picked up my 3 spool valve tonight (bbl bm40) I see 2 choices for pressure input, and 2 for out, but when the power beyond is installed it will only work on the one port? I thought there was a...

Hello, I've been a lurker here for a long time and have gotten a lot of good info using the search function. I have a problem with my 4300 (year 2000 model) and can't figure it out. While I do...

Greetings, Had some problems with my John Deere 4300 SRT starting ( it wouldn't ) and blowing white smoke ( last time it started). Had a friend of a friend whose a mechanic stop by an diagnosis it...

I'm working on a john deere 4300 hst. the pto quit working. I took it apart and found it had the old shift paddles in it and they were worn bad. so I replaced them with the new style I also...

New member, first post. Hello everyone. Is there an after market source for the plastic parts on a John Deere 4300? The dealer prices are absurdly expensive.

I have a 99 4300 with 430 loader. the bucket rolls down forward and will not stay up. 3pt and power steering work fine. The lift on the bucket is very slow. I changed fluid and cleaned screen...

Well, I purchased a 35' travel trailer to put on a vacation spot. I towed the trailer with my Chevy 2500 70 miles to the site and while pulling it up a logging road I hit a wet spot which bogged...

Just picked up a '99 4300 with FEL. No deck but figured I would have the option this way to consider RFM/MMM. Found a good deal on a Woods PRD7200 for around 3k. JD dealer is telling me the MMM...

My JD 4300 needs a new engine--block too worn to resleeve. The engine is a Yanmar 3TNE84. I have found a used 3TNV84. Will this work without modifications?

Using the box blade yesterday and broke the connection point on the frame for one of the lift arms. I'm going to try and attach a picture in case it's not clear where I'm talking about. Anyway...

I am new to this site but I have a Jed 4300 with a backhoe the leveling arms where stuck in the up position so I took the seat off clean screen also the adjuster valve and valve under seat for...

I was pulling my driveway, the other day, when I noticed Hydralic fluid spraying on the left front tire. I don't knoww if it's coming from a fitting or a pump.Has this happened to anyone else...

John Deere has 1100 psi on rear scv. Replaced the pump after screwing in relief valve and getting no results? Any ideas?

I have been a lurker on this forum for several years and love the site. Thanks for the knowledge you guys bring. I am looking at getting a rototiller this spring. I have a JD4300 32HP tractor...

I have a 2001 JD 4300 HST 4x4 that I can't seem to get the parking brake to work. I have been lowering the FEL to the ground to compensate for now but would like to get a permanent fix. In the...

I cannot see the "float" in the fluid level window by the pto shaft. If I have put in too much fluid would I still be able to see the float? Please be gentle on me ... :)

suddenly I noticed that my 4300 seems to be "dragging" but will move. The brakes seem to be slightly engaged. The linkage all looks to be fine. Almost as if it will not fully disengage the...

Hi All - I am new to the forum and have learned a great deal about my 4300 just by reading posts on here. Is a great resource. I bought my 4300 2 years ago and have only had one issue with...

I will be selling my 1999 JD 4300 in a few months and would like some other opinions on what it is a fair private party value. It is four wheel drive, hydrostatic drive, mid pto, r4 tires, 430...

I have a 1999 John Deere 4300 HST I will probably be selling in the next few months and wanted some advice on a fair value. It is four wheel drive, hydrostatic drive, has mid pto, R4 tires, and a...

Oil leak from rear side of front axle pivot. Possibly leaking seal? How is pivot lubed? Axle oil? Possibly pinion seal bad. How difficult is axle assembly removal? How about seals?

How difficult would it be to re-engine a JD 4300 cut with a Yanmar 4tnv78? The stock engine is a 3tne84, not rebuildable. (Used 3tne84's are rare.)

Well, I recently finished another backhoe subframe. This may be my seventh or eighth? I lost count. This is for a 2001 John Deere 4300, and a new Prairie Dog 7.5, a Woods 7500 clone. I...

Hey guys, I was driving my JD4300 which is stored outside under a tarp and has had very limited use this summer. Started up fine, drove it approx. 100 feet and it just stopped driving. Lost the...

I have a John Deere 4300 with the selectashift tranny. My right rear tire slips when a load is put on it(going up hill) when in two wheel drive I'm wondering what is happening and what is the fix?

Hi, i have a 4300 with a 430 loader and am close to buying a used JD 48 backhoe for it. my research indicates i need to install the "power beyond" kit (JD part # BM19537) and side mounting plates...

So heres the story... I took over a shop that has a 4300 JD sitting in the corner...it appears that the were trying to make spaghetti out of wiring for the electrical monster to eat lonk story...

I have a JD 4300 that cranks but won't start. I checked the air and fuel filter and all is ok with them. I just recently purchased the tractor and it has always started and ran strong. My uncle...

For no apparent reason, 3 pt hitch arms quit lifting.

Good afternoon from muskoka Ontario I am new here so forgive me if I don't know what i am doing. I am having trouble getting my JD 4300 to turn over. It has been working fine but now there is no...

This is another chapter in my refurbishment of a 2001 John Deere 4300, started here: http://www.tractorbynet.com/forums/parts-repairs/247806-2001-john-deere-4300-hst.html Now I am ready to...

Hello i am new to the site I have a john deere 4300 4wd utility tractor with a leak in the front axle inner seal. ( from miiddle of joint that turns) I am looking for repair information. Thank...

This thread will show the repair efforts I went through to fix a sloppy FEL on my 4300 ex-rental tractor. This is a chapter in my refurbishment project on this tractor...

Purchased new in 1999. In the last few years tractor would not crank over sometimes until I pressed the forward and reverse pedals several times. Now it will not crank over at all. When I...

I am starting this as a new thread, but it is really just one chapter in my concurrent thread, 2001 John Deere 4300 HST tractor extensive repairs and refurbishment...

This is my second one of these 4300 ex-rental repair projects, and as I wind it up, I will be posting the process here. Unlike the last 4300 I did, I will start new threads for the different...

OK, I had a string of crazy events happen last Saturday while mowing in my pasture... my daughter pulled in and I turned off the tractor and walked 50 feet to the gate to meet her and during that...

There is a used 917 flail mower 6' for sale. I'm thinking it may be too much for my John Deere 4300 HST with 26hp at the PTO. I don't have any flail experiance to base this on though. Is it too...

I'm trying to mount my 72" MMM on 4300. Is it suposed to mount to the front hole or the rear hole on the bars that go from the back of the mower deck to right behind the front wheels? Edit: I...

I recently noticed a fair bit of play in my left tie rod end so looked up the pt # on the web and called the dealer. He confirmed the pt # and got it on order. When I went to install it I found...

The tractor cranks weakly, but won't start. Replaced the battery and had the starter checked at a specialty starter shop. What's the next step to trouble-shoot this?

Tractor steers very hard even when rpms are up to 2500. I connected a pressure gauge to the left and then to the right steering lines and preform the test as indicated in the tech manual by...

Hi, I am looking to get my John Deere 4300, four wheel drive, into an sweet set of gentle Turf Tires, R3 's. I'd be willing to trade the Ag tires it currently has, they are in good shape from...

Hey folks, I'm changing out the transmission oil for the first time, are there any tricks or hints? I've purchased all the fluids, filter, and gaskets (ouch, $150). I plan on soaking the screen...

Hi all, it's time to change the antifreeze in my JD 4300 (HST/diesel) and the manual calls for a mix of 50% antifreeze / 50% mix of water. Just wondering why that is?

While plowing snow a few days ago in 4WD, my 2000 model HST 4300 started dog-tracking as the right rear wheel stopped spinning. I've tried to find similar threads on this issue and I appoligize...

New to list. I have a JD 4300 that cranks intermittently. When it works life is good, but when it is being difficult I turn the key and it doesn't turn over. I can start it by using a small...

Five or six years ago the lights went strange. Turn signals and hazard lights both quit flashing. After many hours with the dash torn apart I tracked the problem down and replaced the faulty unit...

Looking for a very low hour JD 4300 hst 4wd mid mower and loader a plus! Will travel anywhere if the deal is right. CASH IN HAND! Send pictures to rwallacetractor@echoes

I'm new here. Read up on several threads regarding this topic. Attempting to troubleshoot the following: Tractor is parked. Turn the key, get dash lights, hour meter display, and a distinct click...

Top of the world to all on this 9/11 day !!!!! The US is still here and will be for a long time. My issues my 4300 front end loader and the rock bar will not lift up. I've check the fluid (had to...

My new to me JD 4300 is not starting The engine turns over but does not start. What would be the first things to look at or replace? This is my first tractor.

Hey Guys. I have a JD 4300 HST with approximately 1058 Hrs. on it. Bought the tractor used with around 900 Hrs. I have never had a problem until recently my Hydraulics just suddenly quit...

I have a leaky seal on my left rear axle of my John Deere 4300, and am having problems removing the left rear axle. I have removed the 8 housing bolts and spring pin holding the locking rear...

A friend of mine owns this tractor, he started it up couple of days ago and the bucket came up slow, real slow and when he backed up to hookup his mower he lowered the 3pt and it wouldnt come back...

Looking to purchase my first tractor here in GA to take care of 2400' of gravel driveway and bush hog 5-8 ac. on a 26 ac. home site. I have found a really nice 1 owner 1998 JD 4300 with 400...

Well I have had to give up my dreams of a new tractor. Don't want to put off building a house over a tractor purchase. I have found a 2010 CT 335 with a bushhog and landscape rake with just...

Hello everyone. I am a new member with a new tractor. I just purchased a 2001 JD 4300 with 900 hours. This is my first tractor, and It was delivered Friday afternoon. I am having difficulty...

Hello, It seems like there are some of you here that know the JD 4300 inside and out, and I was hoping for some help. I recently acquired a "2 piece" 4300 and would like to hear the engine run...

Hello, I recently purchased a torn apart jd 4300 with hopes of being able to find used parts to reassemble. However, it seems like there are not a lot of used parts for out there for this model...

My 4300 JD "coughs" every 45 seconds or so. I am operating moving logs in the woods and have fel and 1000lb weight box on. Its almost like a sneeze where the engine and hydraulic systems seem to...

Does anyone know if they share the same rim size or is it different? I just bought a 4300 off ebay and it has turf tires on it and I'm wanting R4's. Does this tractor share the same tires and...

I like almost everything about my JD4300 except that the exhaust is situated such that it blows back into my face. I have found a vertical exhaust pipe offered online, but this would not solve the...

I'm going to look at a 4300 Hydro with a 420 loader and 60" MMM this weekend. Tractor has less than 400 hours and appears to be in good shape. They are asking $16000 which I think seems...

First; This tractor forum is terrific for knowledge exchange and for a tractor novice like me, VALUABLE, thanks to the contributions from some of the folks on here. Okay... I have "power beyond"...

First; This tractor forum is terrific for knowledge exchange and for a tractor novice like me, VALUABLE, thanks to the contributions like some of the folks on here. Okay... I have "power...

I have a 2001 JD 4300 with 4wd. I just noticed the right front wheel is showing oil leaking down the outside of the rim. I haven't had a closer look yet, but it seems it can only be the seal on...

Any online options for buying front tires for JD 4300? Thanks.

Well, just a day or two after registering here to express my gratitude for learning about the thermistor problem, I have a new problem. Story of my life. My Deere 4300 (with manual transmission)...

I have a JD 4300 with a 430 loader that I want to add a 3rd function to use for a grapple that I have. I have been looking at the W.R. Long electric over hydraulic kit aned it appears to meet my...

I was searching the web and came across this site and just joined. I have a 4300 HST that the 3 point just quit working. There was no indication of any problem, it just quit. I took the implement...

I was skidding logs yesterday with my JD 4300 and I ran over a stick that knocked the sending unit off the side of the PTO. It stalled the tractor immediately and now the starter will not engage...

Hi, I have a JD4300 with the factory scv valve witch the loader is using 2 spools and the 3rd one is spare not use. I want to add at least 2 hyd exits on the back of my tractor. I was thinking to...

Hi All...I have been learning about CUTs with a thought of purchasing a new one for my woodland property efforts. I have 120 acres of woodlands and want to work on trails/tree thinning and...

Have a 2001 4300 with 170 hrs on it. Original OEM battery (sticker on side marked "Sept 00") getting a little weak so want to replace it b4 winter. Have read on this forum all the troubles with...

I have a 2000 John Deere 4300 hydro with 750 hours on it. Recently, the tractor started slowly creeping forward after the pedals are depressed (especially at a higher rpm). I tried adjusting the...

I test drove a HST JD 4300 last week and wanted to know what you're opinions were of this tractor. Is there anything to be concerned about with this model? I mostly plan on mowing ~4 acres with...

Hello I have a JD 4300 which doesnt get used much. Problem is the hydraulic screen keeps getting clogged with a grayish sludge. This has happened a half dozen times. I bought new fluid screen and...

Hello I have a JD 4300 which doesnt get used much. Problem is the hydraulic screen keeps getting clogged with a grayish sludge. This has happened a half dozen times. I bought new fluid screen...

Good evening, TBN listers -- I have a JD4300 compact utility tractor and the right side lift link broke last night (it is the easily adjustable one). The part that broke is the threaded rod...

My wife was using the 4300, stopped to pick up something, and the engine died before she got back on the tractor. She turned the key but it made no cranking or any other sounds. I checked the...

Hello.. I replaced the clutch about 20 (run-time) hours ago.. All of a sudden the tractor lost 95% of its forward torque.. I am pretty sure it is an adjustment issue (I HOPE) .. Any suggestions..

local dealer has a 2001 model 4300, 4x4, 12x12 synchro , 420 loader, 575 hrs (not sure about mid pto). going to look and drive tomorrow or friday, looks to be in very good condition from website...

While surfing the net I came across this site and thought it looked like a good one to join. I look forward to using the site for information, and also to help others when I can with my past...

Hi all, I'm a new member and hope someone can help me. I used tractorbynet extensively when I was shopping for my tractor several years ago, and it was a huge help. I ended up getting a John...

I've just bought a John Deere 4300 and the seat is ratted out. Previous owner tells me he has replaced it 2 or 3 times. Any recommendations for a good quality, durable replacement seat? Thanks mfl61

My JD 4300 seems to be starved for fuel. The tank has plenty of fuel, the sediment bowl is clean. Could the pump be the problem? How can I test the fuel pump to see if it is functioning...

Just wanted to say my first post; but have been reading for a few months now. I've just acquired a 2001 John Deere 4300 tractor with 430 loader and shredder. I got it for a great price. Good It...

Hey everybody So I'm helping my parents sell their John Deere 4300 as they are looking to sell their property and move south away from the cold. You will have to forgive my ignorance as I'm not...

I just bought a used Bradco 3375 backhoe to go on a 2000 JD 4300 and am trying to decide whether to put subframe mounts(SFM) on or just put it on the 3ph. It seems to mount fine without the SFM...

My hydrostatic pedal for forward travel sticks on and the reverse pedal has become almost unresponsive. Is there an adjustment that can be made to correct this problem?

This thread is going to be a little different from my others. This time I am going to post updates long before the project is finished. That way, events are fresher in my mind, and I think this...

There is a JD 4300 for sale on Ebay that is broken in half. I am posting one of the seller's photos here so it is saved for posterity. This will be evidence that you CAN break a CUT in...

I purchased my JD 4300 from an individual who must have used the bucket to dig up stumps or perform unnatural feats of tractor jousting (like the knights used to do on horseback with long poles)...

I have a 1989 JD 4300 Sync Reverser that will not start. The PTO light is on, even though the PTO is not engaged. I have check the fuses and looked for a switch, but I can't find anything. Ithink...

I am looking for a 3rd s c v kit for a john deere 4300, any help would be appreciated.

I got JD 4300 a month ago and have had no problems at all until this morning. Went to start it and get nothing but a loud click at back right of engine. Figured it was a safety switch somewhere...

Thinking of selling my 2000 4300/430 loader/12F-12R/R4's/mid PTO/ 770 hrs. I purchased it new in 2001, I have been the only owner and operator. It has been kept inside. I would say it is...

John Deere 4300 4wd w/ Deere FEL and turf tires Traded in to a dealer with about 1100 hours. It was used by a local banquet hall for landscaping in around their grounds. What is a fair price...

I am looking for a wire schematic for a John Deere 4300 utility tractor. More specifically a schematic of the switches connected to the seat, pto, neutral starting schematic.

Good evening, I have a JD 4300 that has a hydraulic problem. I used the tractor all day today to shred and, late this afternoon, the steering started getting "tight," and the bucket wouldn't go...

Another newbie in trouble! JD Bushhog was attached, moved tractor w/bushhog, went to lower to disconnect and wouldn't lower. Looked around nothing obvious, then opened the rate of drop knob a bit...

I have been looking at a 2003 4300 with FEL. It is a 32 HP and is excellent condition. It only has 68 hours on it. The dealer is asking $11,500 for the unit. I have done a lot of looking and...

A friend of mine called and said that he is attempting to buy a JD loader attachment for his JD4300. He said that his dealer quoted him a price of $3700 on the loader, but says he needs to add a...

Hello all, I have a 2000 JD 4300 that seems to have a problem with the rockshaft. With implement attached (plow, landscape rake or boxblade) I experience what I would describe as bleeddown and a...

Good evening, fellow JD owners -- I have a 4300 CUT with 4WD and HST. The range shift lever has always been stiff going into the 3 different ranges but this is always aided by hitting the right...

I need the side panels for a JD 4300. I checked JDParts.com and could not believe the price. Any ideas where I could find an aftermarket set? Any other ideas would be appreciated.

Wnt out today and my 4300 would not start. Always started fast, temp was 40 degrees but we had 17 the other night. Any ideas

Recently, I purchased a 2000 JD 4300 off eBay. I bought this particular tractor because it had a grapple which works great. Here's the problem. The rear lift does not work properly. The lever...

$12,700 2001 John Deere 4300 for sale with only 400 hours. HST transmission, 28 hp 4wheel drive. Well maintained. Comes with box blade, brush mower & front loader. What do you guys think? Thanks.

Good evening-- New member to what is a wonderful site. Question: I have a 2000 model John Deere 4300 and want to add power beyond. I have looked at John Deere's parts site and they want what...

Hello All, I have learned a ton reading all the info here having bought my first tractor, a JD 4300 Hydro...360hrs. The tractor will run from idle to rated rpm but as soon as I touch either the...

I've got a steering problem on a JD 4300 HST with 4WD. When traveling I have to keep turning the steering wheel to the right in order to go (somewhat) straight. In reverse it's the same thing: I...

I would like to get some opinions (price, capability, reliability etc…) on a 1998 JD 4300 HST, 125 hours, 420 loader, 60” MMM, 72” FEL mounted snow blade and turf tires with an asking price of...

I purchased my JD 4300 HST 4X4 brand new 6 years ago and have never had a problem of any kind whatsoever. This tractor has been a true work horse. The other day I washed this tractor with...

I have a 950, next smaller to the 1050. The 1050 has a turbo diesel engine. They were made from 1980 to 1988. I did not think the 1050 came with hydro option. I am pretty sure they were all gear...

Hi folks.. This is my first post.. please be gentle! ;) Short story, I have been shopping for a CUT for quite a while. Pickings are THIN. I am currently trying to decide between a JD 1050 and...

My friend who does landscaping / Property Care, just lost his JD 4300 to an Electrical Fire. He had his machine parked at the jobsite and it hadn't been used in about 4 days. The owner of the...

My tractor is 200 miles away, so I can't just look at it . Does anyone know what size the quick couplers are, where the loader connects to a Deere 4300. I'm guessing 1/2", but they may be 3/8".

I want to connect my Deere #5 sickle mower hydraulic cylinder to my Deere 4300 so I can raise and lower the bar. The cylinder on the sickle bar has 2 hose connections, but one is plugged and the...

Anyone know what the lift capacity is for a 430FEL on a 2000 JD4300? I'm sure it's here somewhere, but I cannot find it. Thanks!

is this a good price for a jd 4300. iam looking at one that has 990 hrs. its a 4x4 with a jd loader,turf tires,hydro, and a set of fork lifts. all for $10,000. i dont know much about the jd...

I know price changes depending on where you are from, but I wanted to know generally where to start out with my offer. Here is what I have: 2001 John Deere 4300 HSD w/FEL 4X4 approx. 200 hours...

I'm needing your help/advise. I've got to sell my baby... I bought it about 2 years ago and gave $9500 for it. It's a 2002 model. My question is what a fair asking price is and what should be...

I've been having a problem with my 4300 syncrev. When I push the lever forward and let the clutch out the tractor either doesnt move or creeps forward until I push the clutch pedal again. Then the...

Does anyone know if a hood for a John Deere 4410 tractor will fit a John Deere 4300 Tractor?

I was driving through some of my open fields where the ground was quite bumpy and my seat suspension completely gave in. It seem that there are plastic threads on the seat comfort adjustment and...

My 2000 JD 4300 HST started losing power steering this weekend. It was underpowered at all engine RPM and got worse as I used it. In addition, the 3 point would not function reliably - it would...

I love my JD 4300 almost as much as my wife. Just one thing: the design for the exit of the engine exhaust pipe (forward left axle) causes fumes to be directed right into my face while operating...

When I push the SyncReverser lever forward and leave the clutch out on my tractor it sometimes does not want to move. I have to tap the clutch one more time and it will grab and will then move the...

I just notice tonight when the sky got dark out that my JD 4300 was shooting sparks out the exhaust. I was doing some loader work around my garage and noticed every once in a while a couple sparks...

hello, I have a question on my jd4300, my voltage regulator went out on me a few weeks ago. I had the alternator rebuilt. Now my problem is that my tach and hour meter are no longer working. could...

I am having trouble starting my 2000 JD 4300. I though it was the neutral safety switch but I replaced it and still no luck. I pulled the starter relay and can jump start it from the two side...

My 60 MMM wheels hit interfere with tires when tread is set to widest. Anybody else have this problem? Any solutions?

Hi Guys. I just took delivery of a 2001 4300, 430 loader, 60" mmm, turf tires. Here's the problem - I had asked the dealer to make sure the tread was at its widest to give the tractor the most...

I am in the marked for a CUT and was VERY close to purchasing a new one this week. My dad found a guy wanting to sell a JD 4300. It is a 2001 or 2002, 4WD, Hydro, 554 hrs. Suppose to look like...

Hey all, I am finally getting around to posting some pictures of my most recent project. I purchased a very sad Meyer C-8 snow plow at an auction about two months ago for $50. The skin of the...

I'm thinking primarily a new purchase at the moment but have seen (2) used 4300 CUTs that seem sensibly priced if this is the tractor I think it is. Is this the older version of the 4310? I'm...

I own a pecan orchard in Louisiana and bought a JD4300 last month to bush hog it. Believe it or not, a 70 year old woman owned it only to carry hay to the horses in her pasture. Less than 200...

Does anyone know where I can download an operator manual and a service manual for a John Deere 4300 compact utility tractor? Thanks.

I am a tractor newbie....I have realized that my cheap back blade is about useless for leveling any type of ground. I am in search of a good/affordable box blade. I have looked at the King...

I'm new here but wanted to start sharing some of my projects. Here are a few pics of the radio/speaker box I have mounted on my JD 4300. I got the idea out from my dealer who had the same set-up...

Hello to all, I’m new here and have my first question. In your option is a 6ft disk to much for my JD4300? Thanks in advance, Jason

Have a yr 2000, 4300 HST, 430 FEL, R4 tires. Moved and now have to work on steeper ground. Reversing R4 only add 1.25 inches to tread width. A set of R1's, 11.2 x 24 with wheels is $2900...

Weird, everything was working just fine.. I did some work without an implement attached, pulling railroad ties with a chain, let it sit for a few hours until the rain stopped, then went out to...

I just looked at a used 00' JD 4300 TLB w/ 1210 hrs. and need some spec details on the tractor. The tractor is being sold by a rental company - so I assume that all 1200 of the hours were mostly...

I just came accross a privately selling JD 4300 with under 1000 hours and a 420 loader for a very (VERY VERY) good price. I am planning to go look at the unit this weekend. Now for my delima. I...

Attached is a photo of my mounting of a tilt meter. I didn't like the bracket that came with the meter (it was just to big). I just bent up a piece of sheet metal to fit the slot, and under the...