I've had a JD for 24 years and if I experienced the problems you are having I would locate an independent hose distributor that can make a hose while you wait. If the dealer is not responsive I would call or email JD factory and voice your concerns to a regional or national sales manager. A...
My Tuthill 115 volt diesel pump finally died so I took a heavy duty drill pump I used on oil and other liquids and hard piped it where the Tuthill was. It only requires me attaching the drill when I need to fill the tractor. The pump costs around $250 but it pulls a great suction and goes to...