john deere 870

I have an old version of the cranking system that I have been using to check the starting system. But my tractor is a 1995, and has a B in the serial number instead of an A, so I'm wondering if anyone has knowledge of where I might get a new version of the cranking diagram? Some of the wires on...

Hello, I am new to the forum. I need help and advices. My JD 870 3 point hitch works fine, goes up and down in the first 5 to 10 minutes of using it. However, it will not lower after that. It will go up but it will not lower even if I jump on it. I checked the hydraulic fluid and its fine...

Hi everyone: I have a front wheel rim on my 870 which is in pretty bad shape and I'm looking for a replacement. Anyone know of a place that has a used or aftermarket rim that will fit? They seem kinda scarce. New prices are ridiculous. Brian

The spring is really strong , how do I hoist the driveshaft back up in it? It seems like a stif effort going to be required to compress the spring that far while holding it up for installation.

Ok, let me begin by saying I have not checked with any manufacturer's to see if this was OK to do, but it worked when "nothing" short of splitting the clutch housing would....so if there is someone that feels the need to tell me I shouldn't have done this... no offense ... but I really don't...

Looking for a radiator for a John Deere 870 (pn m804380.) Anyone know where I could find one? I've searched multiple aftermarket suppliers but no luck. My mom was using the tractor and evidently loaned it out over the years. When I went to look it over, someone had replaced the radiator with...

This is a 1992 John Deere 870 with about 1300 hours. It is making a humming/ whining sound that seems to originate from the distribution box located at base of steering column. When the whining starts the motor rpm’s also increase any insight would be great.

I recently bought a 1992 John Deere 870 it has 1300 hours on it after owning for 3 days or so and putting probably 8 hours on it i started hearing a whoooo sound accompanied by the rpm’s jumping up. It appears to be happening in all ranges and in all gears it usually happens when accelerating or...

Other than that cheap Carlisle brand that rots out too soon, what other 2WD front tire and tube makes are reliable, durable and long lasting? From word-of-mouth, the Alliance 303 has an awesome following. But, for my size, it's sold-out everywhere or it's now 3X the price. I can find 6.00-14...

John Deere 870 tractor My hydraulic pump is rated 8.1 gpm, could it be upgraded to 12? I would like to use an attachment that requires 12+ gpm

Tractor sat for over 2 months. Read all the good fixes. Could not move clutch disc thru access hole in front of brake pedal tried everything. Ended up hooking chain to draw bar and to a stump. Clutch depressed and in first gear. Stopped dead and engine cut out. The chain was so tight I couldn’t...

I have previously posted in a thread where my 870 would not start. Would not crank, nothing. In that case I finally found that the 3A fuse was blown. I replaced the fuse and all has been well all winter, until today. I started it this morning, all was good. Parked it about 3 hours. Went...

JD 870 will not start...UPDATE>>>REPAIRED!!! Greetings, I have not posted here in ages, because of no issues with my tractor. This morning, that all changed. I went to start the tractor, and it turned over 2, maybe 3 times then the battery went dead. It slowed cranking to a crawl...

I have a J.D. 870 tractor that I bought in the late 1980s that has about 580 hours on it. It has a 3 cylinder Yanmar diesel engine. Recently, when I checked the oil level it was significantly over the high end mark on the dipstick and smelled unusual. I drained the oil which was thinner than...

Not sure how to label this question. I have a JD 870 and need to drag a 20ft container to a new place on my property. It says the container might weigh 3,900-4,800 lbs. QUESTION: Can my tractor drag it? if so, better to drag from the rear going forward or from the front in reverse? Not sure...

I have a JD 870 compact utility tractor with a hay spear attached to the FEL. Wondering if there's a hydraulic spear available. Hoping to shift the weight of the heavier round bales to the back. A bit front end heavy. Thanks

We have a John Deere 870 with mid mount mower and the lever to engage mower recently will not stay engaged. To engage it now we have to shut the engine off and when you start it the mower will be engaged but lever will jump out of gear. Any suggestions will be appreciated.

First time poster, longtime follower. I have a John Deere 955 with a 72 inch deck. Unfortunately, my gear box on the deck just failed. My guess is that it had a leak and I didn't notice, neither did the dealer who serviced it 2 weeks ago. I tried to find a replacement gear box but my part...

Greetings, I have a JD 870, 2WD with the thin 3 rib ag tires that sink every time I try and use my front loader. I was wanting to replace the front rims and tires only. I found some on ebay but seller can't tell me if they with fit my tractor. They are described as follows: "John deere 750...

I've got a clean JD 870, 2wd, with a 5' bush hog, 600 hours. Nothing wrong with it. Thinking about selling it. Any clue what its worth and what I should sell it for??

Hello, I am new to this forum and this is my first post. I have a JD 870 which I've owned for 20 years with only 476 hours. I only use it to occasionally shred or finish mow and at times use an auger to dig post holes. Recently I discovered the 3 pt will not lower unless my shredder is...

Hello Folks I've been reading for a while but this is my first post. I just purchased an old JD 870 and am wondering where I can get an operator manual and a technical manual. I need to fix up a few things on it and having the manuals would be useful. I appreciate any direction you can give.

I have experienced a starter issue that happens intermittently. At times, the starter just does not turn over or attempt to turnover. I just received some better information on troubleshooting on this site, which I have applied, but now it is acting fine. Before, when it would not start, any...

The seat on my old 870 has finally rusted completely off. I have a replacement on order for what should be an easy fix but the pin that slides through to hold the seat in place says "Not so fast." It won't budge. Does anyone know what I'm missing? Is the pin rusted in as well? Do the rubber...

Hi All, Would anyone be able to help with determining the rough value of an 870 w/loader and 530 hours? I checked ebay, craigslist, tractorhouse, etc.. but didn't come up with much. It's my father in law's who used it only around his own home, but is now to elderly to use it or stay in his...

Hi I have a JD 870 compact with bad gauges and need to replace the instrument cluster which requires removing the steering wheel. I have been unsuccessful now for two years trying to remove this steering wheel. Tried penetrating oil, various pullers, hammer ETC and no luck so far. I'm about to...

I have a JD 870,it has loader and power steering,it had slow hydraulics,I changed filter,hydraulics wouldn`t work,I drained system,cleaned screen[which was very clean] ,installed new fluid,hydraulics wouldn`t work.I even tried to prime pump by pouring fluid in return port. I thought maybe a...

I am looking for a loader for my 1997 John Deere 870. I am wondering which specific loaders will fit my machine. Also if anyone has one that they would be intersted in selling, please let me know. Thank you!

i have an jd 870 that has been sitting for about 4 years and had the injection pump pistons freed and now can't control the throttle what could be the problem as soon as it turns in it idles up to about 2500-3000 rpm but won't idle down or up with the throttle and fuel shut off on pump doesn't...

Hi I just noticed my front axle castor leaking , how hard is it to change seals in it any info would be great Thanks Mark

Greetings. My 870 has a 6203 pilot bearing which has a bore of 0.669 inches, or 17 mm. The shaft that goes into that bearing measures 0.664. Zero.005 is a lot of slop. Can one tell me if my shaft is in spec.? I am aware it cannot be a wring or press fit. Thanks, Jim.

Greetings, I need to replace the traction clutch disc on my JD 870 tractor. Can someone who has used an aftermarket clutch disc comment on its quality and perhaps recommend a source? Thanks, Jim

I have a 13 yr old John Deere 870 diesel tractor. It was last started in November, 2014 and has been in a garage since then. I tried to start it and the starter clicked. I tried to jump start with it turning over maybe a half turn before clicking. I charged the battery overnight. It now tests...

My 18-year old JD 870 has been parked indoors most of its life, but the seat has finally begun to show its age. The vinyl cover is still sound, but the u-shaped edging that holds it to the steel body is coming off. I've tried to re-seat it but after an hour or two it pops off again. Has anyone...

Plowing snow and hit my brakes......left brake pedal went to the floor. First thought was to check the linkage. Not an issue. Soooooo....knowing nothing about brake repair on the JD 870 [and without a service manual], where do I start? Appears any brake issue is inside the rear housing...

the fel on my jd 870 operates very slow both opening/closing and lifting/lowering need help trouble shooting and testing.

Pictures look good and seller says it runs "perfect". Power steering - 1277 hours. $5800. I'm going to look at it tomorrow. Anything in particular I should be looking at? I've had only a little experience with tractors - mostly older ones. I'll be mostly bush hogging hilly terrain here in...

wiring at seat switch and park brake safety switch was cut by brush and 870 tractor will not crank after splicing all wires back with heat shrink tubing. seat switch has 4 wires and park brake has 2. dash lites all lite brightly and fuel solenoid clicks once and the fuel solenoid relay buzzes...

I recently posted an info request re: a Kubota L2350 and a JD 750. The JD ending up selliing before I could get to it and the L2350 spooked me b/c of the turf tires. I am now looking at the 3 tractors outlined in the subject line. I need a tractor that will pull a 5' bush hog and 5' tiller. Yes...

I'm looking at my first 4wd compact tractor - I've owned a Farmall Super A in the past. I've got it narrowed down to two local tractors: 1. Kubota L35 with FEL and backhoe - 1850 hrs, $15k (front tires need replaced, rears are worn) 2. John Deere 870 with FEL and 8B backhoe attachment on...

I presently have a JD 870 tractor. What backhoe attachments other than the JD 8A will fit this tractor?

JD 870 sat up unused in super wet weather for several months, cranked it up Sunday and couldn't get it to go into gear. No grinding, just cannot force the stick into gear. Didn't take long poking around TBN to diagnose the problem - symptoms match a number of folks whose clutches rusted to the...

My John Deere 870 will not go into gear how do you fix this?

i am looking at trading my trusty old jd870. went and looked at a kubota l3800 but can't seem to find a comparable jd model for the same price. requirements include aprox. 30hp and 60" 0r less width. any advice would be appreciated

Hi everyone: My 870 has started having problems with the power steering. Cranked it up a couple weeks ago and the steering is sluggish, to say the least. Not responsive at all, at times it seems to be barely working, I turn the wheel constantly and nothing happens. Also, when engaging and...

This past summer, I stupidly broke the right headlamp on my JD870, while piling brush on a large burn pile. (One of the branches on the pile poked it out.) I'm trying to replace the headlamp, but John Deere no longer sells it as a separate item. They only sell the whole what they call "light...

Hi all, new to the forum and was wondering if I could get some help? I am thinking of purchasing a John deere 870 I found on Craigslist. The ad states: 1992 JOHN DEERE 870 TRACTOR 30 HP COMPACT DIESEL, WITH JOHN DEERE MODEL 80 QUICK ATTACH LOADER WITH DOWN PRESSURE, WITH JOHN DEERE MODEL 8A...

Hey All, New to the board. We just got our first tractor, a 1998 JD 870 that has a set of bald turf tires that need to be replaced before winter. Looking to get an all around tire that will work in all conditions. Most other compacts seem to come with the R4 style tires and would like to...

Engine shuts off when I put pto in gear. Any idea were the PTO safety switch is?

Just bought an jd870 and when my pto is engaged and I put it in gear to move forward the engine shuts off. What am I doing wrong?

I have a John Deere 870 tractor. The clutch will not fully disengage when the tractor is hot, but shifts OK when first started. The clutch linkage is properly adjusted as per manual with 1/2" free play measured at the pedal. Why would the clutches be dragging? Is there any way to adjust the...

I have a John Deere 870 tractor. The clutch will not fully disengage when the tractor is hot, but shifts OK when first started. The clutch linkage is properly adjusted as per manual with 1/2" free play measured at the pedal. Why would the clutches be dragging? Is there any way to adjust the...

I have an 870 and my front left tire has locked up on me completely, it's a 4x4 machine and the wheel won't turn either direction. This is gonna get pricey: The worst part is I know I should've fixed it 2 weeks ago but I thought to myself just one more little job then I'll fix it. We'll now...

Hi helpful friends! :D Neighbor has a JD 870 that sits out in the weather. Recently started having intermittent problems with some of his gauges (I think temp and fuel, just like in this post: http://www.tractorbynet.com/forums/john-deere-owning-operating/179724-jd-870-gauges-mystery.html Can...

I was work in the back of the house on my tractor it was running fine all of a sudden it spudder twice and shut down. It has a half tank of fuel, I check the filters they were fine, does anyone know how to tell if its the fuel pump or the fuel soenoid thats gonel Thanks Robert

Hi everyone. Just became the proud owner of an 870, which should fill the bill for me pretty well. I have ordered an owners manual for it, but it won't be here for about a week. Can anyone provide me with the fluid capacities and specifications for the 870? Looking for engine, transmission...

Howdy, My JD only has about 25 HP is that enough to operate a small sickle mower. Thanks

I looking at the following tractor on the net, what do you guys think about the price and possible issues with this model/year tractor. Thanks for any advise. Asking Price: $10,500 1997 john deere 870 w/440 fel quick attach/detach 484 hours MFDW drive Of course sellers states garage stores...

Deere 855 HST pedals sticking I am helping a friend with their 855. It runs and drives, but has had a rough life and sits outside. The direction pedals are very stiff and do not automatically return to the neutral position. I applied grease to the 2 fittings I found for them (one on the pivot...

We have a JD 870 that needs a seal to be replaced in the rear. Here are some photos: What is the procedure to remove the axle to get access to the seal? Everything is unbolted like I normally would in a Yanmar, Kubota, etc, but the axle won't slide out.

I found this forum through GOOGLE! I'm glad I found this site, as it could benefit me. I have a John Deere 870 Tractor, I'm guessing it is a 1995, because that is when we moved to this "Little Piece of Heaven" among the neighborhoods which surround us now. When we first moved here it was all...

I am having difficulty starting a John Deere 870 which has been idle for several years. Engine starter and battery are in good condition. I have been manually purging air using the manual lever on the fuel injection pump. I have loosened the fuel lines (3 cylinder engine) at the engine fuel...

Watch out for this scam: John Deere 870 for sale, $2,600 Same exact tractor is for sale at Tractorhouse for $7,500, same exact pictures,

I just sole the old 870, and the wife is NOT happy to see it go. She loved that old tractor. It built our entire property over the last 14 years. I'm going to hate to see it go also. Like a trusty old friend. Always did what i asked of it. I only got a new tractor because i needed more...

I know the original backhoe for this tractor was the John Deere 8A, which i was told may be out of production. Does anyone here know of an aftermarket hoe that would work?? Im not sure where to look. This person likes my tractor, but insists he wants a hoe for it....i told him id see if they...

Im testing the waters here to see what I may get for my lovingly used jd870 /440 loader. It has 620 hours on it, loaded Ag tires, Im selling it with a woods rb84 blade and a meteor 68" snowblower, 450lb counter wt, it also has a set of heavy duty H chains. With the economy and cuts at my job I...

I'm in the market for my first tractor and with no brand loyalty yet I'm entertaining all options! I will be using a tractor for brush hogging, moving manure, woods work, landscaping, some snow removal. One option that's coming my way is an auction for a John Deere 870 4WD. The auction lists...

I'm looking at a 13 yr old JD 870 with very low hours. It has been sitting since July. Owner claims base tractor no loader was $40,000 new with the 36HP Diesel. Really?? Standard was 28HP. ?? - Curtis Cab with Plexigass windows was above that. How low a price would I need to make this a good...

The battery terminal leads on my JD 870 have broken. I replaced the negative lead with a new one from the local NAPA store. I was going to do the same with the positive lead, but there does not appear to be enough wire left to allow me to cut off the old lead, strip the insulation off, put the...

Here is the update on my FEL install for the 1996 JD 870 I purchased a couple months ago. I came upon this tractor and it had the hyd package installed but no FEL. Several JD dealers told me I could not buy a new JD FEL for this older model and my only option was to seek out a aftermarket FEL...

So I have been calling around John Deere and aftermarket dealers seeking information on FEL options for my 1997 870 with "FACTORY" FEL hydraulics and when I say that my hydraulic hookup is on the left hand side of the tractor they say are you sure I have never seen that before. I tell them yes...

Okay Deere fans I've searched through a lot of your purchasing threads and didn't find anything on an 870. I'm lookin at a '96 with the 440 loader, forks, and a 60" brush hog with 146.5 hours for $12,000. Yes I checked the meter and no it hadn't turned over that's the original time. It's from a...

The fuel and temperature gauges only work after it rains or the tractor is wet. I figure this is a ground issue but don't know where to find the ground for these gauges. Any help is much appreciated. All other gauges / lights are fine. Thanks, Steve

My JD 870 has a mysterious issue. The fuel and temperature gauges only work when there has been rain or the tractor is wet. I assume this is a ground issue but can't figure out where to find the problem. Any help or guidance would be appreciated. Thanks Steve

Hate to start my membership with questions, but it is what brought me here. I have a John Deere 870 that has a Yanmar 3 cyl 3TN84 (iirc). It is getting diesel in the oil. I have been told this is probably from the lift pump or the injection pump. Any ideas on how to verify which it is or which...

Hate to start my membership with questions, but it is what brought me here. I have a John Deere 870 that has a Yanmar 3 cyl 3TN84 (iirc). It is getting diesel in the oil. I have been told this is probably from the lift pump or the injection pump. Any ideas on how to verify which it is or which...

I have a 1997 870 4wd with a 44o loader. I have been looking for cabs and snow blowers but it seems no one makes one anymore. Any Ideas? Is there a newer model of my tractor that I can use as a cross reference or was it discontinued all together. This tractor is a beast and not really all...

Hello Neighbors! Has anyone added external hydraulics to their 870 and can you share a few pointers? My 870 does not currently have any external hydraulics or a FEL. My main intent is to drive a hydraulic top-n-tilt tho I would like to have enough capacity to serve a log-splitter in the...

Hi folks- I'm new to the TBN boards and have a little problem. I just tried to hook up my new used Eurobeton cement mixer to my JD 870 and can't figure out where to connect the hydraulic line- Do I need to modify and add a connection on the tractor ?? If so where and how- Thanks for any advice

Just got a jd870 with turf tires. I want to replace them with the R4 style tires. Anybody know if I can put r4 style tires on the turf style rims? If so what size tire would I be looking for. I would give the size of the tires but the tractor is not here yet. So hoping someone here might know...

I'm looking at a 1985 870 w/ front-end loader and 6' belly mower (finishing). 872 hrs 4WD diesel. Seller was asking $9900 but we negotiated down to $8750. I'm a first time user/buyer and it seems like a good price. Any thoughts? Thanks, Waine

I have a bushhog #2240 front end loader with a single joystick control with 2 hoses that hook to the tractor. Where should I hook up the 2 hoses to the tractor for proper operation on a JD 870 FWA?

Does anyone know if a bush hog #2240 front end loader (it has a single joystick control) will work on a john deere 870 FWA?

Hi all! I recently found out that my husband would like to use my JD 870 to transport pallets of materials for our business. I would like to know if it is up to the task, and, if so, can I get away with using bucket tines instead of buying a full blown forklift attachment. Here are the...

This is going to probably going to be stupid question.... I bought a JD 870 tracor with a Bush Hog 760 Hoe and have used it for several months. I removed the Hoe this evening as instructed in the manual. After disconnecting the hydraulics, the rockshaft/3-point hitch will not raise. The...

I have found a 4WD 1995 JD 870 with a 440 FEL for sale. It has 780hrs on it. It appears to be in good condition but did sit outside so it is faded, has a worn seat and a little rust here and there. He is asking $8000.00 How many hours are people putting on these tractors before anything major...

Hi, 1st time post. One of each for sale near me; looking for best buy - or better suggestions. Also open to input on reasonable cash price for each. Looking for bullet-proof tractor that I can get years of life from. My JD 300 is 32yrs & going strong... 870 - 1994, 558hrs, 4x4, 440 loader...

Hi Everyone, Been lurking for a long time, and learned a TON of things while I spent the last 2 years shopping. I have finally made the deal, and should be picking everything up this afternoon. So thought I'd make sure I got the group's endorsement before I signed the check :) Here's the...

I think it's time to upgrade my 13 year old JD 870 (lots of little annoying breakdowns the last few months!) and am looking at Deere's 3x20 series of tractors. Any JD owners who have done a similar upgrade (I'm looking at 3520/3720 machines)? I know a new JD 3x20 series tractor will give me...

I last used my JD 870 about 6 weeks ago and all was fine. I got on it the other day, turned the key, and nothing. The dashboard lights come on, headlights work, but it will not even try to turn over. I get nothing when trying to start. Charged the battery, gear shift in neutral, PTO...

The darn thing wouldn't start this morning andf just went click,click click when I tried to turn it over. Anyone know which Optima would fit?

New guy here. Looking at purchasing a JD 870, 1995. 1100 hours. Any opinion on this tractor? Issues or concerns? Weak points? Thanks

I have a choice of either an 870 with 350 hrs or a 770 with 62 hrs, both have loaders a 70 loader and a 440 loader, turf tires on 770 r1 on 870 870 has rear hydrolics plumbed. both are the same price 12.5k Is this alot of $ for these older models with a few hours? im leaning towards the 870 but...

I sold a 4410 with a 430 FEL and bought an 870 with a 440 FEL. The loader on the 870 is one heck of a lot slower when I curl the bucket up than the 430 loader. Any reason why? Also, Anyone know the lift capacity on the 440 loader? Thanks

Need a price on a 98 JD870 MFWD with loader and a heavy Landpride box blade and 3 piece Freedom hitch. The darn thing is like brand new. Only 137 hours. The guy let it sit in the garage and hardly used it. The paint isn't even worn on the floor, clutch,brake pedal or FEL(except at the very lip)...

Hello all, I have a JD 870 tractor that is fitted form the factory with 4 hydraulic ports, for a front end loader. I also have a great log splitter that has lost its engine, so I decided to hook it up to my tractor. According to my manual and dealer, this can be done, without too...

Hey guys, I'm looking to purchase my first tractor. new is out so i have been scanning the posts for used model info and prices. I have zeroed in on an 870. It has a bit under 1300 hours and has been kept in immaculate condition. It is mfwd, has no FEL. Excellent maintenance history. What...

Can anyone help me in buying aftermarket 3pt parts? The entire 3pt set is missing on my 870. The Dealer wants big$. I think I just need lengths. Thanks

Have a 1996 JD870 FWD with loader and 630 hours can someone give me a fair market price. Thanks!

Looking for horsepower on 1998 870 JD. 3 CYL Diesel Engine 2WD. Thanks, Marty

I'm thinking about a JD 870 with a loader 225 hours The dealer asking $ 10.6k does this sound like a good deal??? This will be definate upgrade from my current grey 27 hp tractor.

I have a jd 1010 with fel all though has been pretty useful but want to upgrade to something newer looking at a jd 870 and just found a Ford 1925 4x4 with fel, both priced about the same. both have fel and both have 1000hrs. does any one have a Ford 1925 is it a good tractor? thanks Pharmer

I guess i posted in the wrong forum first time. anyway I looking at upgrading from a jd1010 to an 870 or a 4400. the 4400 is newer and has twice the hours. will these machines run my 503 mower or should trade it too and look for a newer mower too?

I'm looking to upgrade from my ol'reliable 1010 to something more modern. have found an 870 with fel and has about 1000 hours on it. also they have a 4400 with fel and a cab but has 2000 hrs on it. I will probably keep my jd 503 mower. will both of these machines run this mower? I'm kind of...

Cheers, I'm a long time "lurker", first time poster on this board. I recently realized my dream of upgrading from my JD 770 to a pristine 870 previously owned by my retired neighbor. I'm presently installing a mid-pto kit and I'm on the hunt for a used 72 inch mid mount mower. Can anyone point...

Just replaced battery and now no temperture or gas gauge, any ideas??

Hi, I am new to this website & tractors. Basically, I am a city boy turning into a hobby farmer. I am learning a lot about tractors but I still have a lot to learn. I am going to look at a 1998 John Deere 870(4wd, low hours) with a front end loader this weekend. Can anybody give me an idea of...

I found a JD 870, 28hp, 4X4, turfs, 425 hrs, 1994 model, 440 loader, $13,500. I had the dealer (John Deere) check the serial numbers and it checks out good. No surprises in repair history, one owner, etc. This machine has not been repainted and it is so clean it only looks like it is about 6...

I am considering purchasing a JD 870 w/loader. It's a 1990 model with 420 hrs and seems to be in great shape. It comes with turf and AG tires. The price is $13,000...can anybody tell me if this is a good deal???