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I have a 150 yards of gravel drive to maintain. I've been debating between a GS1560 and a GS1548. Tractor is 22.5 HP at engine, 1367 lbs. I will have the loader on, so I can add weight easily for extra traction. Based on what I've read, the 48" is the preferred size for this tractor. Is it...

My tractor has around 700 hours. For the last 100 hours, the 3 PTH creeps down at random times. I often carry the rototiller for ballast when working with the FEL. It's a bit annoying as I need to be constantly lifting the 3PTH. Sometimes it will stay up for many minutes. Other times it...

My top link was seized, so I put penetrating oil, a pipewrench, and a snipe on it. Bad idea. It twisted off at the threads. So now I'm looking to replace the top link. Has anyone found a suitable aftermarket top link? The body of the existing top link is around 11" long. A normal Cat 1 top...

I was curious what makes this mower more stable on hills than zero turns? I think it still has a castor wheel for turning. I'm thinking of buying one. I have some 20 to 30 degree slope right by my house (I will hit the house if it loses control). I will have to mow it straight up and...

I don't know why but I can't find a lot of info on the GF1800. I'm on an acreage and want something to mow near trees (maybe an acre). I already have a tractor with mid mower pulling an offset mower in the open areas (3 acres) and intend to keep it for open areas. Will a GF1800 handle slopes...

If I bought a potatoe hiller, do you think I could install a straight narrow shovel on it use it for trenching 2" poly line? I wouldn't need it deep. Only 4". Anyone done this?

....changed the transmission fluid. Drained the catch pan into an empty oil engine oil jug. Then proceeded to change my engine oil accidentaly using the drained transmission fluid. Idled the tractor for a few minutes max, backed it out of the garage and noticed the real jug of diesel oil on...

I'm having traction problems. I'm trying to contour a drainage ditch with a rear blade. The grass/dirt is slimy and the tractor is having troubles carrying its own weight through the minor undulations - thus, it is pretty hopeless when trying to pull the blade. I have turf tires. How much...

I went to an Agro dealer today, and he couldn't find my serial number in his computer. It is NT-0329. He claims all Massey's start with the letter "J". The serial number is on a plate at my left heel. Any thoughts on why he couldn't find it? Anyone know what year my tractor is? I'm pretty...

Is there any harm in leaving my tractor in 4x4 all of the time? Or should I reserve 4x4 for only when I absolutely need it? Chris

I was mowing up a steep ditch, and the tractor died on me. I let it coast back down the hill, fired it up, and then proceeded to climb again. Once again, it started to sputter, so I backed down the hill as quick as I could, and managed to keep it running. Please note, the tractor did not...

Today is my first day of mowing with the GC2300. I have the 60" mid mount deck, and a 60" Swisher offset mower that I pull behind. Has anyone found a way to fix the "creep" on this machine? When I take my foot off the pedal, it continues to go forward. While this is OK doing loader and...

Tonight, I hooked up the 60" mower (MF2325) to use it for the first time on my GC2300. When I started it up, there was quite a "whirring" sound. Is this sound normal on a mower with a gearbox? I've always operated cheap mowers without a gear box before. The whirring is as loud as the blades...

Has anyone made their own sun shade and attached to the roll bars? I once bought a tractor with a sun shade, and I've come to appreciate them. I was thinking of making one for my GC2300. Just looking for ideas. The last one I had was made out of tent pole material, and just nylon stretched...

I was impressed with the size of rock the GC2300 was able to pick up. So I took a few picture just in case anyone else wonders. The hydraulics creep quite a bit. Perhaps every minute I had to adjust the tilt on the bucket, and every 3 or 4 minutes, had to lift the arms again. Is that normal...

I have a couple acres of rough land that I mow (GC2300). I would like to level it. Because I live in an area that doesn't get a lot of rain, I am reluctant to till it and re-seed. I am wondering about dumping soil on top of the grass, and pulling it level with a blade? Perhaps cutting an...

I just bought a 2004 GC2300, with loader, and mower. The tractor has about 350 hours on it. I have a few questions: 1) I saw some posts about ultra-low sulphur diesel. Is this a necessity for this tractor? I'm in Canada - I'm not even sure what type of diesel we have. What is the concern...

I currently mow 4 acres with a JD L-120 (home depot variety) tractor and a 60" offset mower. I am looking to upgrade. The primary job of the tractor would be mowing, but I want a FEL just for odd jobs, and I may put a tiller on it in the future. So in short, I want something that excels in...

Still researching and kicking tires. If I was to buy a X or a 400 series tractor, do they come from the factory with the hydraulics upfront that are necessary to run a Johnny Bucket Senior (needs two sets of hydraulics)? What I should do, is get out from behind the computer screen, and go...

I was thinking of making an offer to purchase an X744. Today, I learned from the seller (a JD dealer) that the "temp gauges aren稚 working properly. All the warning lights and gauges have power but they don稚 show accurate readings. " I am curious if this is a known problem with these tractors...

The tractor is 3 years old, has 700 hours, and they want $7500. It is all wheel steer. 1) This tractor is more than I need. Before this I was contemplating a X534. I might be able to buy a X534 for close to similar price new. Which is better route? 2) It has a 54" deck. If I was buying the...

I have a JD L-120 (48" deck, 22 HP). I pull a 60" offset Swisher mower and cut 9 feet at a time. I mow 4 acres in about 2 to 2.5 hours. I am worried I am going to take the transmission out of the tractor, and I'm starting to think about upgrades. Two thirds of my property is too rough to...

I currently mow with a 48", 22 HP, JD L-120, pulling an offset, 60" Finish Cut Swisher mower. Thus, I mow close to 9 feet in a pass, and it takes about 2.5 hours to mow 4 acres. Two things have me considering a zero turn: 1) I don't know how long the L-120 Tranny can take this load (i.e...