john deere 5203

Need some advice on troubleshooting hydraulics. Was pushing and piling dirt with loader when suddenly it became slow to react, or almost unresponsive. Now when I want to lift something (ie. round bale) I have to raise the engine rpm and lift the 3pt hitch. It helps to have a heavier implement...

ive been running my 5203 all over my farm and when im using the pto it works fine but when I disengage it the indicator light stays on help would be appreciated thanks

I've dug up plenty of stuff on the net about the fuel shutoff circuit blowing fuses, the cold-start advance killing the fuse, etc.: I did have a bad cold-start sensor on it, I unplugged it and it ran fine for about a week. Now, I've got another little problem: the thing won't shut off. I...

The axel housing is on the work bench, but now I can't get the retractor springs out. I am looking at the back side of the screws. It appears the tractor springs are working, but the piston plate is not retracting completely. There is a gap and I am wondering if there is foreign matter (...

Got some pics of my John Deere 5203 skidding logs last night. Just got it 2 1/2 weeks ago. Seems to pull as much logs as my old 2WD JD 3020 (which I traded in) used to.

I had some of the red wires going to the start relay under the steering wheel overheat and melt the insulation way back. Also other red wires. I had to disconnect all and take the wiring harness apart back to a wiring Y to re tape the frayed and burnt wires. There is a double red wire that goes...

All of a sudden, the lift handle on my JD 5203 is very stiff, almost frozen and will not go all the way up. I have kept it lubed regularly but someone told me that the grease fittings there aren't for the handle operation itself. I can raise the 3PH with the draft handle but not the main...

good morning fellas. i have a 2005 JD 5203 ag tractor that just recently,as in today, the hour meter stopped working. when i started working today the hour meter showed 60.1 hours. after approx. 4 hrs of bushogging the hour meter showed 60.2 hrs. what would happen for a hour meter to go out with...

I was mowing and my pto was slipping when i wasn't in very thick brush. The engine never hesitated. Any suggestions on what direction to head. Currently have the operators manual only and have only found how to adjust the clutch lever. Thinking of starting there.

I've got a job coming up that will require a good amount of earth moving and gravel work so I'm looking at a new, larger box blade for my 2wd 5203 Deere. I think I've narrowed it down to the Woods BSM72 with the fixed rear gate. For those who aren't familiar with that model, it's 6' wide, weighs...

I recently bought 80 acres of mostly pasture land and the man I bought it from had three tractors two of which he has sold. He has a 5203 with 1400 hours on it he is asking 11000 for for it. It's two wheel drive and doesn't have a loader. Is that a good buy and is it big enough? I hope to find...

After Basically Giving Up On My 2006 FarmPro...That Has 159 Hours On It, But Has Been "Junk" From The Start, I'm Now Seriously Considering Purchasing A 2008 JD 5203! I Called Up A Friend Of Mine And Asked Him If He Wanted To Go Tractor Shopping With Me. I Went Over The JD Deal..0% Interest For...

Does anyone have a JD 5203 Wiring Diagram? Trying to figure how to re-connect the multi switch for headlights, etc. and the relays for flashers and other lights. I know one of you experts can help! Thanks, Todd

I have an 04 JD 5203 with no SCV on the rear. I added a FEL and now want to use the tractor for hay work. Any ideas on cost of adding an scv? I see talk of a power beyond kit, is that something to add to the FEL control?

Hello What to do ...I have found a very nice 2005 jd 5203 2wd 512 loader with >250 hrs no problems or issues at all . The problem is financing a used unit vs the 0 percent for a little more expensive new 5055. the 5203 does not have a rear scv but I can add that for 900.00 Should I make a...

I have a JD 5203 with two SCV's (remotes). According to my manual, SCV #2 is suppose to have a regenerative position. When I try and run my woodsplitter or backhoe with SCV #2, lever in the regenerative detent position, the splitter or hoe will not run. If SCV #2 is held before the detent...

Thinking of buying a 2004 JD 5203. Is it a good tractor. Price 9500.00

where are the hydraulic attachment at to connect the loader attachment?

I am new to the forum and about to purchase a new JD 5203 tractor with a loader. I going to work and mow about 5-10 acres. Just your general everyday maintenance stuff. However, I do plan on dragging a disc. I don't know whether to buy the 2wd or 4wd. I have been told that 4wd is better if...

I have a John Deere 5203. I had one set of SCVs added to it after I bought it but failed to add two sets due to budget. I want to add another set at this point and was wondering if this is something the average person can do. I assume that most of it is plumbing. What all do I need to buy...

I had a dealer quote me a cash price for a JD 5203 4wd with 522 FEL for $23,570. Is this a good price? Thanks for all the help guys.

JD 5203 with 512 Loader for $18,300 near San Antonio, Texas.

I hope to have a tractor in my driveway by the end of next week, so I need to make my final decision. I have three tractors to pick from. Kubota M5040, Kubota MX5100 and JD 5203?. 1. Which Kubota does the JD 5203 compare to the closest?5040 or MX5100? Reason I ask is the JD is cheaper than the...

Hi guys I am looking to see what small square baler I need for a John Deere 5203 (47pto hp)??? I was thinking either JD or New Holland brands?? Or others if it would be a better match. JD\NH dealers are close and both good dealers. I am looking for used as I am only going to bale less than...

Whats the difference between these two models. Why is the msrp on the 5203 almost 11,000 less than the 4520. seems like 4wd and hydro trans aren't that much. What am I missing?

We are thinking of buying a JD 5203 for 50 acres. Most of land is nice rolling field and about 5 acres with very large trees and creek. We wanted to get a disk to make it ready to sprig for coastal. The disk has chopping blades on front and smooth on back. Someone told me we would have to hire a...

I am looking to buy a mid sized tractor for keeping up my 20 acres.FEL,brush hog,post hole auger,box scraper,ditcher and maybe put up hay in the future.I wanted to buy a used tractor but have not found a good one yet so am looking at new .I was a little put off to find out the Deere was made in...

ok fellas i have finally made up my mind on the 5203.what is a good price for one new.i will be getting the hood guard,canopy,and a bush hog 286 rotary cutter.i have got them to come down to a good price on the bush hog.but what would be a good price for a new 5203? thanks...

How does the JD 5203 compare to the JD5205 in quality and releiability. I understand that the 5203 is foreign made vs. the 5205 is Augusta made. Any feedback will be greatly appreciated.

I am trying to determine which is the best tractor for me. I understand the down side to the collar shift with the 5203; however, I have a MF245 now so I am okay with stopping to shift. Should I be concerned with the 5203 being a 3-cylinder tractor vs. a 4-cylinder? The old 50 and 55 series...

I am looking to purchase a JD 5203. Can anyone tell me the pros and cons of the 5003 series JD tractors? I own 30 acres. I will be bush hogging, putting out round bales of hay, and possibly cutting hay (Square Bales) for personal use in the future. Can the 5203 handle the job?