john deere 4300

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 hooking up the new RT1157 57 tiller attachment that I purchased with this tractor. The 3 point lift...

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. How would I bypass all the safety switches like the seat switch, pto switch etc. When I turn the...

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 tractor and I need some pretty major parts like the hydrostatic unit and the tunnel housing that...

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 hesitate for a moment. It is most evident when I power down to idle speed. Normal operation? I don't...

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 rims with other Deers?

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 problem. Ideally, I would like to find a way to direct the exhaust down and back, away from 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 reasonable. What should I look for? Any pacific problems that are known on this model?

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" already plumbed up on the nice used JD 4300 I just bought last week, and now I want to hook up a 3rd...

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 beyond" already plumbed up on the nice used JD 4300 I just bought last week, ans now I want to hook up a...

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 the steering housing pivot or the axle shaft. Is this a common problem? Is it repairable in my home...

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) is stuck in 1st gear. The 1-2-3-R shift lever won't budge. The A-B-C lever moves freely. I...

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 needs but not sure if this is the best option. I am not real sure on the specifics of my current...

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 off and tried raising the empty 3 point arms. I had to throttle up a little bit (maybe 1400 RPM) to...

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.. I already tried to tie the wires together, that did not work. Any ideas on how to get the starter...

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 go with factory 3rd scv kit and 4th/5th kit but, the 4th/5th kit is no more available from the...

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 planting/one 3 acre field to brush hog (along with a mile of trails to maintain). I have concluded that...

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 the OEM 22NF battery on these models and seem not to have any of these leaking, corrosion issues. Tray...

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 linkage under the pedals, but it did not help. I completly disconnected the linkage under 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 a 6' RFM. I also will be doing some bucket work. The FEL seemed to work well as did the 3 pt...

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 filter. Will change it all. But i have done this before and it didnt help anyone know what this...

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 filter. Will change it all. But i have done this before and it didnt help anyone know what...

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. After looking at the JD parts catalog on-line and confirming with my dealer, the threaded rod is no...

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 battery, it seems fine (the lights and flashers work). The idiot lights do not light up when the key...

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 pics. asking price is $12,900. not exactly sure about the tranny...says 'synch rev...

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 experiences. I have owned a 2000 JD4300 with 420 front loader, and 48 backhoe since 2003 and have been...

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 Deere 4300 HST and have been generally happy with it. This was before JD went to the electronic...

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 properly? Thanks!

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 runs great and the hydraulics work flawlessly. Bad Broken Hour meter (LCD Screen is shows nada)...

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 to familiar with them. The tractor has been used for light/moderate farm work (spreading...

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. I am just wondering if there is enough strength in the lift arms over time. According to my JD...

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 one is going to take longer than my previous rebuilds. Some things may not work out as expected...

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 half....probably caused by hoe abuse. This tractor has a 4-in-1 and 48 hoe on it.....ITEM #130312019641...

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). In all other aspects the tractor was like new with 600 hours. Anyway the bucket is warped downward...

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 the safety interlock is keeping the starter from engaging because of this. Any idea what would cause...

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 so unplugged seat switch and then got nothing when key turned. Plugged back in and loud click came...

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 excellent condition. No scratches or broken plastic, tires are 90% or better. Any idea of what I should...

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 including a change or swap of tires/rims to R4's ( I will need the R4's for what I am planning) What...

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 up after going down. I was about 400 yards from my shop so I drove it there and parked it for a...

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 and it lowered. Disconnected the mower and raised and lowered the 3PT lift a couple times. Now...

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 everything is pointing towards a good or great deal at that price. Any thoughts from the experts...

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 $2000 valve to run it as the 4300 don't have one. My Kubota had what they refer to as a power now...

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 reset by the position control, regardless of height. Ive found a couple of good threads in...

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 RPMs -- right off of idle. Anyway, today I was doing some fork lift to trailer work and tried to...

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 is hard to push or pull and the three point hitch moves up or down real slow with little movement...

$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 seems to be a hefty $290 for a power beyond kit. Are there alternatives to the Deere kit and, if so...

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 FWD or REV peddle, the engine rpms drop to 0. If I let off the peddle prior to stall, it will...

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 have to not just nudge the wheel but turn it over and over to the right. 4WD or 2 doesn't seem to...

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 $13,000. I’ve tried to find typical manufacturer specifications on this tractor, but the only thing...

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 soap & water and gave it an overall good cleaning inside and out. I don't know if washing the 4300...

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 drive. All the x50 series JDs are good solid tractors. But it may also be a little large for only 2...

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 a JD 4300. My useage: Mow the lawn (2 acre), retrieve and process firewood, maybe 5cd a year...

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 property had to call the Fire Dept because he came home and saw flames coming out of the tip 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 other has a 1/2" hose connected. I was thinking about just connecting the hose to the FEL. I would...

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 tractor itself. is this a good long lasting tractor. iam only scared about the hours that are on it...

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. Kept inside approx 90% of the time Good shape Had an issue last year where someone drove it over a...

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 my bottom line? It has about 650 hrs on it and looks great. No leaks or damage at all. Thanks...

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 tractor will jerk and seem to be okay. The reverse is fine though. I stopped at the dealer today...

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 all of the threads sheared off their shaft and now I have piece of wood under the "scissor" brackets...

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 sometimes not lift at all, at other times it would lift slowly and very noisily. Seemed to be in...

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. Surely I'm not the only one bothered by this. I wish JD had a "what were we ever thinking" retro...

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 tractor forward. I have no problems when pulling the lever back and going in reverse. So, I would...

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 shooting out with the exhaust. What is going on here?

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 the voltage regulator have taken the hour meter and tach out? thanks for the help. Mike

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 posts but I replaced the relay and still no luck. Although I could jump start from the starter, I...

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 stability for loader work (my property is very hilly). When the tractor arrived, the delivery guy...

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 new. I talked to the guy last night and he is waning to upgrade to a 5000 series JD. He priced me...

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 plow was full of holes, some of the ribs had cracks in them, but everything else looked useable -...

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 looking at one model year 2000 HST with 430 FEL, hard cab, heater, and snow blade at 16,700.00 with a...

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 hours and in mint condition. Paid $8000. I bush hogged for 6 hours and found the lever that raises the 3...

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 Kutter 72" from TSC, and a Midwest BB20-72. So far the Midwest looks like a better heavier constructed...

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 but wanted 139.99 for it. This one cost me less the 50 bucks. I got the speaker box from Fred's...

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. Manual says should be 6 position and go up to 54 inches center tread, 16 inches from min of 38. I am...

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 hook up my rear dirt scoop. Attached the scoop, tried to lift it, and nothing at all happened. Tried...

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 loader work. The BH was put on the tractor last year I was told. Any specification info would be...

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 have the literature for the 4310 but know very little about what changed between the 4310 and the...

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 instrument panel and down to lock it in place. I slotted one hole for vertical adjustment. Jim

KK 30\" dirt scoop hits JD4300 tires Anyone run into this problem? I have a King Kutter 30" dirt scoop, which I love.. but I hadn't ever used it in the forward position until the other day... and I discovered it hits the rear tires when raised. The King Kutter people suggested maybe longer...

Hi all, I'm pretty much hydraulically challenged but very much mechanically inclinded. I've tried to read as many posts as possible regarding the addition of additional remotes to my 4300, but I still am unclear about a few things. Here are the functions I'd like to get out of my setup: Top...

I had been interested in the discussions of the benefits of having extra hydraulic outlets in front and back. I had three sets in the front with the loader and 4-in-1, but only one in the back from the third valve to operate the 4-1. Nothing to run the top-n-tilt I wanted without disabling...

I'm looking at a 1998 John Deere 4300 w/ sync-shift, MFWD, no mid-PTO. The machine has industrial tires on it. Tractor is out of state, so I've not seen it yet. I've talked to the dealer a couple times (e-mail, actually) and I wouldn't buy the machine without operating it a bit. But, it's a few...

My JD 4300 currently has neither a power beyond or backhoe. As I understand it; the power beyond kit includes a pressure outlet, return connection, and a hose to connect to the rockshaft valve. The rockshaft hose being normally connected to the outlet. In installing a BH the rockshafts...

I've gotten nearly 50 hours on my 4300 now. Recently, I noticed the tach began jumping around and the quit working along with the hour meter. The next time I mowed, the tach began working fine, then after a few minutes, the same problem. Does anyone know of a cure??? thx rj

I wrote last Saturday about how I am struggling with finding the right tractor. Thanks to help from many of you I have been able to narrow my search. I wasn't looking for a JD but I found what I think is a good deal. I found a 2000 JD 4300 with a FEL, MMM, and a box scraper with only 92 hrs...

I am looking for a used late model 30hp+/- tractor that will have loader and backhoe capabiliies. I rented a BX22 and it didn't do the deed here in NJ (rocks, hardwood trees). So according to the specs, the JD 4300 performance blows away the little BX. It even outperforms the Kubota 2710's...

I have a John Deere 4300 with a Curtis soft sided cab. How can I rig up an air conditioner? poppinjohnny@aol.com

Will 15-40 be ok? The manual calls for 15-30.

Well, I finally test drove the JD 4310 and it is quite a package. I was very close to buying the Kub 3010, also very nice...but now I am not sure. The HST pedals on the JD work very smooth...not anything like the old 4300 hst. Aslo JD 4310 have many more new features than on the 3010. The...

Folks, Ok, so I'm down to decision time here. Is the 4400 really worth an extra $2000 at the end of the day? Is there any difference other than 3hp? Along the same lines ... 720 FEL is about $600 less than the 730 ... what am I losing if I don't spring for the upper end? Thanks! Jim

I was about to get a JD 4300 when my local NH dealer tried to convince me to get the TC33D. Would like to hear from NH owners about why the passed on the JDs and why I should purchase one versus the other. My Local JD Dealer seems to be a bigger outfit than the NH dealer in both sales and...

I noticed on the LandPride web site a disc harrow (never heard term harrow before. What is it?) that is 60 inches. No HP minimums were mentioned. Can anyone recommend a disc implement that could be used by a JD 4300 off the PTO? Thanks all again, Rob

Dealing with Richland Equipment Company in Georigia. Here is the price: JD 4300, Hydro, 4WD,control valve, ROPS R1 ag ties 430 FEL (61" bucket) MX5 5-ft rotary mower 660 tiller(60") $21,900 (NO delivery) I live in New York, they are in Georgia. Has anyone had any experience with these...

I was told that I am better off using JD implements for the JD 4300 that I am considering since they both use some type of quick-attack system. Is this correct? I would be getting a rotary cutter, tiller, seeder, and FEL all by JD. I realize that as long as it is PTO it would work but I am I...

Lacking my tech manual still, I wonder if someone can tell me.. Lifting up the seat and messing with the wiring, I found a couple of wires in a plug, connected to nothing. They are orange and yellow, both male and in a recessed plug with a cap snapped over them. Does anyone know, from my poor...

TBN has been an invaluable resource for past several months, leading to our recent purchase of JD 4300 HST (Cracklin' Rosie) from Jerry Stone of Clifton Park Lawn & Leisure, located about a mile from home. 'Tis same Clifton Park...

This seems so silly, but I simply cannot get the fuse cover door to close and latch shut on my new 4300. The dealer said if all else fails to come in and try a few on their lot, see if I can spot what's different with mine. Of course I'll do that the next time they are open. I popped it open...

Help! Have 5+ wooded acres w/RR and old canal bed and want to build house, barn/garage, and pond. Retired now and looking for a tractor to excavate basement, build pond, put in drive (100+ ft) and then maintain (can take little bites). Thinking diesel and 4x4 and 30-40hp (Kubota L3010 or...

And it's awesome! After the GT235 Garden Tractor, this is a whole other world. The work I did today, leveling the driveway, landscaping the lawn, plowing under the garden from last summer, all took minutes. And the machine never broke a sweat.. More tomorrow.. I am going to stargaze with my...

Just about to purchase a 4300 and now hear about the 4310. Should I wait? Wonder what the price difference will be? Will the 4300 be discontinued? rap

I have a 2001 model 4300 with 430 loader and 48 backhoe. After just 112 hours, the rear differential broke. All teeth sheared off and will take a week or so to fix. Is this a common occurrence? I bought this thing to fix my septic field and afterwards to have for a long time. It sure...

By mistake I posted this mail to 'buying JD'. Hope I did not break a major protocol. Anyway, I live in Snohomish Country, WA. A local Dealer quoted $18100.00 for JD 4300 4WD syncreverse with 420 loader and Calcium filled R1 tires. I want R4 tire and no mid PTO. Supposedly this is the package...

I am repeating this on the NH and Kubota area I have been looking at the Kubota L3010, New Holland TC33D and John Deer 4300 all with Hydrostatic transmission (HST) and R4 tires. From the specification sheets it was not easy to tell the real difference between them. A couple of the dealers...

I have been looking at the Kubota L3010, New Holland TC33D and John Deer 4300 all with Hydrostatic transmission (HST) and R4 tires. From the specification sheets it was not easy to tell the real difference between them. A couple of the dealers offered to bring them out to my place for me to...

If you read the posts on the Buying section you'll find that I just purchased a 4300 HST. Could anyone tell me if you did anything to break it in? Other than normal use? Should you put a few hours on it before lifting big loads? Any thoughts would be great.

Trying to decide if I should spend the extra money for the hydrostatic transmission vs std.

Since Muhammad has apparently got the photo attachments working again I thought I would try to post a picture of my new 4300. This shot was taken while it was still clean (That did not last long). You can also see the back of my old Case DC-4 in the background. Fugitive from the Cubicle Police

JD 4300 pic\'s Someone was asking for pic's of my new tractor. I finilly got my GB 260 loader on and even washed it again.

I just bought a John Deere 4300. Could someone tell me how to read the identification number on the tractor. I would like to know the date of manufacture. Hopefully a date code is located somewhere. Thank You. Bill Walls

It has been exactly 4 months since I have received my new JD 4300 with 430 loader, JD 513 cutter, 550 JD tiller, Land Pride box blade, and Land Pride post hole digger. I have 13 acres of farm and prairie land that is rough and has more weeds and vegetation than a Columbian forest. Well, to...

I have been considering all the compact 4wd alternatives and am strongly considering a used 1999 model JD 4300 4wd hydrostatic with a 430 loader, R4 tires & folding ROPS with only 300 hours. The price I have got is $17500 from a Delaware dealer with no sales tax. The best price I could get on...

I am still struggling with JD 790 vs. JD 4300 (both 4wd) purchase. The 4300 costs about $2,800. more. Use will be bush hog, cutting grass, front end loader, etc. Any comments? John

Does anyone know if the JD #47 and / or #48 back hoes for the JD 4300 is frame mounted or 3 point hitch mounted. Also owners, what do you think of these back hoes? Thanks, John.