john deere 1020

The jd 1020 gas serial79000 won’t crank sometimes after being shut off. Doesn’t show any lights on gauges when put in accessory position I have jumped the safety switch with no results. Did a continuity test on all wires. They show good. Checked continuity on ignition switch in all positions...

Starts up and runs beautifully for about 15 to 30 minutes, then it begins to stumble and effectively stalls. Give it a few minutes to cool down (is not running hot) and it will start up and run. Since it is already at operating temperature, it takes less time for it stumble and stall again...

Hi, I have an old JD 1020. Which now days I sudenly had quite big brake and I pushed in the second speed (Hi), starting that moment - the gaerbox os blocking frequently, is hard to change the speeds, one of the speeds mainly the second one - is not working well. Its seems to me if the switch...

I have a John Deere 1020 Gas that died while driving it home. It has been sitting in a shed for more then 10 years. It ran fine for about 6 to 7 miles then just slowly came to stop. Tried to crank it over and it wont do anything but clunk. I thought maybe the hydraulic pump locked up but I took...

I just had some work done on my 1967 JD 1020 (gas). The mechanic did a great job but when I got it back the tach wasn't working. I contacted him and he said to unscrew the tach cable from the gage, pull out the center section, and reinsert. I've just tried it numerous times and the end result...

Hello, I have a 1967 JD 1020 (gas) that has developed a transmission/hydraulic fluid leak. It appears to be coming from where the clutch lever shaft enters the housing on the left side, right in front of where you sit. I took a video with my phone and sent it to a repairman (file is too large...

I am in the process of putting my hydraulic pump back together. The manual gives very specific values for the piston plugs, (100 ft-lbs), and the cover cap screws (36 ft-lbs), but says just "tighten securely" for the inlet valve guides and the outlet valve plugs. Any help would be appreciated...

I'm in the process of fixing up a JD 1020. All that's left is the leaky hydraulic pump. The manual says "Using socket extention, reach up through hole in front support and loosen cap screw on pump drive assembly. Remove attaching cap screws and lift pump away from tractor". OK, the four cap...

Hey guys. Our 1972 JD 1020 (gas) hunt club tractor, which is a running testimony to the durability of a JD, started spraying hydraulic fluid about a week ago at the "cleaned off" spot on the rockshaft cover in the pic. We're in the middle of season prep work and tried to patch it with some JB...

I have a John Deere 1020 serial #79000. Gas engine serial #123000. Does the engine and clutch need split to put seal and bushing on tach input cable. Also does the end of tach have a seal to keep oil from going up cable. From what I see there is a bushing I believe T31437. Can it be put on...

I have a jd 1020 serial number high 79000. I have no power steering and no rokshaft function. I have checked the screen and filter they seem fine. Checked front mounted hydraulic pump no flow to pump . Looked in hydraulic fill didn’t see any spraying. Is next move to split tractor and look...

I have a john deere 1020 that has a loader that I like to put power steering on. I bought the priority valve on ebay and I can buy the steering column on line. looking on line on installing the power steering and can't tell if iI have the right pump on my tractor and also where to hook up the...

Hello Forum Folks, (new here by the way) I'm looking, searching for correct parts and information for my old Hydraulic pump? Looking at year made and such, it appears I could have one of two different shafts... Which also means possible bushings or needle bearing for my situation. So help me...

Hi Everyone, I have a '73 JD 1020 RU Diesel which I've discovered was made in Manehiem Germany with a French built Engine - all original JD. I purchased the 532 page shop manual which has just a single wiring diagram for what appears to be a 1965-9 IOWA built machine. The German version has...

So I just had a post about rebuilding a steering box on this tractor and decided to tackle the brake issues while it was apart. I have a service manual coming but in the mean time am looking for some help. So the tractor has had the issue of only one brake working, and it didn't work properly...

Hey guys had to put new bearings in the manual steering box on my 1020 tractor. Does anyone know the spec and amount for the gear oil? I ordered a manual but it won't be here until next week.

My Dad has a 1967 JD 1020 that we have been working on for one thing or another in the last year or so. The latest problem is trying to remove the PTO quill to replace the seal. The thing seems to be seized in the bore. The three bolts are out and I have tapped on it with wood blocks and cannot...

Hi all, My first post: My Dad has a 1967 JD 1020 that we have been working on for one thing or another in the last year or so. The latest problem is trying to remove the PTO quill to replace the seal. The thing seems to be seized in the bore. The three bolts are out and I have tapped on it with...

Hi all, it was raining tonight so I though I would spend a little time with "Deloris". She has a fuel gauge that has always read full since I bought her this last fall. I was able to get the gauge to modulate when I unplugged the signal side of the gauge. So that tells me it works and I am...

I'm wanting to see if anyone has built a dozer blade for a john Deere 3-cylinder engine tractor if so I'd love to see some pics I've got a Meyer snow plow with power up and down also has cylinders for left and right for pivot back years ago my dad built a dozer blade on from a snow plow blade on...

Hey everyone. So here is a link to my ongoing thread that essentially gives you some detail as to what I use my tractor for and how much I appreciate her :) http://www.tractorbynet.com/forums/attachments/352299-new-young-uneducated-owner-1969-a-5.html Last weekend I came out to water on the...

Anybody out there build one of these for the 20 series JD tractors? I just purchased a 1020 and live on hill. I would like to install one for my own safety. I would love to see what you have come up with. Particularly how it gets mounted to the tractor.

I have a John Deere 1020 tractor. The threaded nipple came out with my oil filter. It does not slide back in easily. Do I just hammer it in place and if so, do I line up the threaded nipple to be at the bottom where the oil hole is? Or do I turn it some degrees off so when it tightens it lines...

Hello all, I live on a small farm in western WA with just a couple head of cattle and about 7 acres that I have grown up on for my entire life. I just recently turned 25. I grew up with a 1969 JD 1020 three cylinder diesel tractor that would perform the gardening tasks, feed stall cleaning...

Wanting to know how to install hydraulic remotes on rear of my tractor but don't have the cash to use install Deere parts just want to go with a simple spool valve and like to see the process step by step my s/n162035T

Hi, on my JD 1020, the power steering mechanism failed........ What can I do ........ can be fixed with the AT26188 John Deere Power Steering Column Seal Kit or needs to be change with an other used piece???? The piece part numbers, AL31262, AT26188...

First Post, I have a 1020 yellow utility model John Deere. I need a new carb. The carb that's on it doesn't have any visible numbers for me to be confident in ordering the correct one to replace it. I will try to attach some pictures. If anyone can help, it will be greatly appreciated. 440056

My Father-in-law bought this "restored" tractor about 2 years ago. It turns very hard and has at least 1/3 of a turn of free wheel play. Now I'm told these models were infamous for steering problems. I have replaced all the tie rods on the front, dropped the knuckle and spindle assemblies...

I have been trying to get the 3 point on my 1968 JD1020 to work properly. I changed all of the fluids and filters but ut still wouldn't go all the way down. I was able to get it to go through a full range of motion by removing all stops from the rocks shaft lever and pushing the handle past the...

I have a 1974 John Deere 1020 diesel tractor. When I turn the pto on, it starts but then loses power. It will not turn the bushhog. The lift works good. What could be the problem? I'm not sure where to start. Any advice?

I have been having trouble with my John Deere 1020 Type 14R1C Serial 066038T. Current issue is it will not start with no spark. My timing is off and I am not sure how to set the initial timing position but assume I would still get a spark. I have 12 V on the positive side of the coil (with or...

I have a 1967 1020RU that i have had for 26years. last year got water in transmission case from torn shifter boots. Flushed out system with ATF fuild and desiel fuel. Drained system and refilled it and all seemed fine. Just last week while mowing i noticed the power steering was lagging behind...

I have a John Deere 1020 that has been running well for a long time. My son borrowed it and put premium gas into the tank (all he had on hand) now the tractor starts great but only seems to run for about two minutes before sputtering as if it is running out of fuel. If I choke it or wait a bit...

I have "inherited" a JD 1020 with a property I have recently purchased. The brake pedals both travel to their full extent when first pushed and there is no braking, but they can both be "pumped up" to be firm and fully functional. If they are not operated for a short time, they will once again...

Buying a first compact tractor has proven to be more difficult than I ever imagined. I like the older John Deere 1020 and Massey Ferguson 135, but as a maintainer and NOT A MECHANIC, I am also attracted to the 'newer tractors' like the New Holland TC30. Are parts readily available for the...

New to the Forum: I am restoring a 68 1020 gas, almost done. I have purchased a new fuel gauge and sending unit, when I hook it up the way I think it should go, it goes to the full mark and stays there. Not sure if it needs to be grounded or what, the wires were all missing when I...

I have a 1968 John Deere 1020 I bought several months ago. I am having issues with the 3 point hitch. It lifts all the way up but will only drop down a few inches even with weight on it. If left sitting it will eventually drop all the way down. Any ideas? The guy I biught the tractor from said...

My son came to me and said the three point hitch wasn't raising like it should. Checked fluid level and found it overfilled. I think water got in there am going to drain now. antifreeze seems fine in radiator so I don't think it is antifreeze. tractor sets out can rain water and snow melt get in...

I have a Deere 1020 that I bought a couple of years ago. The fuel gauge didn't work when I got it- it always went to the full peg with the key turned on despite the less than full tank. I purchased a new sending unit and gauge but cannot figure out what wire goes where. The new gauge and sending...

I have a 1969 Deere 1020 with gas engine. My Wix filter book shows both a transmission filter and a hydraulic filter. Which one is located on the bottom under the seat platform? Does it have the other filter too? Where is it located? Thanks, Tony

Hi, I'm looking for how much hydraulic oil do you put into a John Deere 1020, and what type. Thanks for your help!

Having problem with carburetor. It will sit and idle up to 1700 RPMs but when I try to give it fuel it shuts it's self down. Can anyone tell me what's going on. And how to fix this.

Hi... I have a JD 1020 tractor .... When I try to shift on the PTO, not responding.... I tryed with the depressed clutch pedal - nothing, with undepressed clutch---- nothing...:confused: Please, help me.... If you want, I tryied to sending video .... Sorry...

The high pressure pump looks like it has two inlet lines. I want to check the pressure coming to it. I think the pump in the back of the tractor is weak as it takes a little bit for pressure to build and it drops or looses pressure when using my bucket.

The high pressure pump looks like it has two inlet lines. I want to check the pressure coming to it. I think the pump in the back of the tractor is weak as it takes a little bit for pressure to build and it drops or looses pressure when using my bucket.

Here's my 66 model 1020 w/ #37 loader. The bucket on the loader is the manure bucket with extension sheets that create a small materials bucket. I've found a 5' material bucket, and will be fabbing up mounts for it. The boom has single action cylinders, the bucket is double acting hydraulic...

My old John Deere 1020 - no longer own it

Good tractor to run a 5ft bush hog 3 to 4 x per year of about 3 acres? 39 HP gasser, live PTO, Pwr steering, 2000 lb rear 3pt lift, 3000 hrs, for $4500. Any opinions about this machine? thanks

I bought my 1020 gas from my bro in law a couple of months ago & it has been running great. The last couple of times I used it, after running for 20 to 30 minutes it would start to sound like it was running out of fuel. I would throttle up & it would run fine for a while longer, then start to...

I have what is, I believe a 1969 JD 1020 with a later model loader on it and I was using it yesterday and all of the sudden I lost control of the loader. I can't raise or lower the bucket nor tilt. Both controls are not working and seem stiff. I can't find any broken hoses or leaks. The 3...

My JD 1020 (diesel) has a leaky fuel tank. Not sure where the leak is coming from. I'd have to pull the tank to find it. Being that the problem part is just a TANK, my thought is that I'd be better off replacing it with a new plastic tank. At least in the short term, I could get it up and...

any ideas on how to reverse the back tires on my John Deere 1020?...was told the treads are incorrect for slopes and hills and need to be reversed...have one farm heavy duty jack...

I have 2 grills on the front sides of my tractor that attach with 1 spring apiece. The springs attach to each grill but I don't know where the other end of spring attaches to, any help? Thanks, Aries:confused:

I am looking for a used John Deere 1020 or Industrial 300 power steering pump. This is used on early model tractors. It mounts to front of engine under water pump.

As an offshoot to my earlier thread. I am now comparing these 2 tractors. I do not know yet whether the 1020 is gas or diesel. The 2040 is. The 1020 appears to be in excellent shape, from appearances. A 1970 model with a canopy, rops, back blade and JD loader. The 2040 is alright...

I have developed a coolent into oil leak on my 1020 Deere. It is a 1969 mfg with the 135 gas engine, about 1,500 hours on it, runs great. I caught it before any damage was done looks like. I removed the head and there are on obvious problems. Shining a light up into the crankcase, I can see...

1967 I believe. Typical Ag tire setup. Yes, I looked at the sidewall - no pressure listing or it wore off :) Thanks!

I have a Deere 1020 and can't get it to stay started. The tractor will turn over and start with the key turned all the way. When releasing the key with the tractor running it dies right away. Could I be having an ignition issue of some sort. This is a gas tractor not diesel. Thanks for the...

I just need the spool valves and levers that bolt to the case just to the right of the seat. Prefer a dual cylinder system but will consider a single system. Thank you, Jim Schwitters 803 606-6502

I have a leaky fitting and to get to it I need to remove the one in front shown in attached picture to get at it. I loosened the nut shown and it lowers till it hits the column. Now I don't know how to finish removing it. Is it threaded and I have to undo the side nut on the hose and try and...

I noticed that my JD 1020 coolant is always about 1 gallon low. So I tried filling it up, but then started getting a lot of smoke out of the blowby tube (or whatever it's called). I also noticed that my freshly changed oil had water in it. So what I'm thinking is that the head gasket is leaking...

Hello I need some help and guidance. Not trying to start any brand war, just want some sound advice. I'm looking for my first tractor . I only have experience on an old worn out Massey Ferguson 65 with a gas engine.This tractor is a family members and every time I need it I have to fix...

Hello I need some help and guidance. Not trying to start any brand war, just want some sound advice. I'm looking for my first tractor . I only have experience on an old worn out Massey Ferguson 65 with a gas engine.This tractor is a family members and every time I need it I have to fix...

Hello ,I'm new here! I am looking for my first tractor and like the John Deere 1020 or the industrial version the 301A. I looked at my first one today and I have a few questions . First off the brakes are hydraulic but how do you activate a parking brake when the tractor is running but out of...

Hey, i have a John Deere 1020 that i recently got for an FFA project. The man told me that it ran fine but suddenly in the field it lost power. he drove it back to the barn and i picked it up a week later.. I started it up today..and it ran fine.. but i only drove it in a circle.. Can you give...

Well, I tried changing the fluid and filter this week. Fluid went okay - filter - not so much. It is in a steel bell housing under the transmission and held in place by a bolt through the center with a gasket around the rim and the whole thing is under spring pressure. I could not seat the...

looking at a 1968 jd 1020, i have a 6'4 wide 16' trailer to anyone that has a 1020 or has seen will this tractor fit width wise on my trailer? Not quite sure on width of tractor and owner is also elderly and just cant get around to measure it for me.. Thanks

I have a John Deere 1020 utility. I bought this tractor last year and recently noticed after running it to move snow that the antifreeze comes out the overflow. The tractor has never overheated according to the temp gauge, I have also felt the block and the head after using and it as well...

hello everyone im new here on this site i live in south west ga i have a jd 1020 i belive its a 1966 model i have 12-4-36 tires on 11 inch rims on the rear and am having a really hard time finding tires and i also need to replace a rim which has rusted out what i would like to do is switch to a...

I have a john deere 1020 that I would like to put a front end loader on. I just need it for general stuff so I don't want to go to the expense of putting a loader on one of our bigger tractors. I'm not sure what kind of loader to look for.

where can i find a distributor gear for a john deere 1020 no longer avalable at the dealership prestolite at19553 or ibt4301d

have a JD 1020 when i run it for 2 or 3 hrs straight it just stops won't fire next morning it starts right up, could it be coil, it is gas tractor. thanks

Ok, i'll try to describe what I have, and what I'm trying to do. My 66 JD 1020 gas has what I would call "power beyond" to run my loader. It's got quick connects under the right rear of the tractor. I have those hoses running up to a loader valve on a loader that I got for free from a...

I found a jd 1020 gas at a dealer for $3000. are these good tractors ? I want to use it to mow with a 5-6 ft bushog and 5ft blade. hour meter is broke but dealer says it is good. It's a 10 hour drive to see the tractor.

I have a 1965 JD 1020 2WD gas, that I use for plowing snow and working in my gardens in the summer. The hydraulics were always slow to move in the winter but would work fine after 15-20 minutes, yet my power steering always worked fine. Lately, the hydraulics have taken much longer (30-45 mins)...

Ok.. I've got a 66 1020 gas. I seem to have some REALLY big issue going on with plumbing. I was pretty rough on it this week running the bushog where it probably had no business. I have NO real leaks (a small amount on shutdown from bottom of clutch casing where cotter pin hangs out. maybe...

I have a 1966 model 1020 John Deere gas powered tractor to which i would like to attach additional hydraulic powered implements. I have good detailed pictures of all the existing hydraulic system. I am just trying to figure out where to plumb in the additional line to which I can attach the...

Can anyone tell me the value of a 1970 John Deere 1020 Diesel,good condition throughout with 4200 hours? Thanks

Hi, I'm new to the forum and tractor ownership. I just bought 20 acres in central SC that comes with a 1967 model 1020 with a rear scraper blade, bush hog and disk. I grew up in the late 50s and early 60s on a large farm in Illinois with JD 60 / 70, 630 and a 4010 so I'm generally familiar...

what is a 1971 JD 1020, diesel, power steering and a JD front end loader worth?? the price is $6,000. it includes a 5ft blade and a 5ft brush hog, i don't know the brands or condition of any of this stuff. heehaw

hopefully the problem is solved..apparently, the gas was going by the threads of the seat and thru a very small groove in the casting that was under the gasket of the seat; i put a neoprene O-ring under the gasket this wk-end; and it solved the problem...i "assume" the gasket material was to...

I have a JD1020 gas tractor, i've gone through 2 needle valve and seats; i found a small indentation under the seal of the seat the last time, about the size of the end of a straight pin and 1" long, so i put some sealer on the gasket, the sealer with copper floating; it worked very well for a...