john deere x530

I have an X530 I've had for about 2 years. Late last season it started having an issue where it will stutter when I engage the blades at full throttle. Usually this happens when I've had to stop the blades to move something or back up without pulling up on the engagement lever, then go to...

It does a pretty decent job and easier than a hoe. I also have a Farmall Cub and 140 with cultivators

Have a new to me X530 and I'm looking to get a snowblower for it. I watched the attachment video and it looks like besides the blower itself there are 6 pieces I need: Rear lift bracket (attaches to the hydraulic lift mechanism) 2 Rear lift links (rods that go between rear lift bracket, and...

My lever snapped off, it seems to be a common issue, has anyone replaced theirs and how difficult was it? As in can you replace it from the top or must you get at it from underneath?

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Will a 60" or 62" mowing deck from say an x7xx series of the same year work on an X530 that came with a 54" deck? The picture is the mower I want to put it on.

The seat on my just bought used X530 is to far forward for me. When getting on or off my knees don't have enough room to just turn and get off. I was wondering if anybody has moved there seat back. 3" would be very helpful. Looks like it would be pretty straight forward.

When I start my X530, I usually keep my foot on the brake for about 10 seconds. Not often, but lately, when I take my foot off the brake pedal, the engine stops. It will always restart, but I have the same problem for a few times. If I start it and engage the parking brake, I can take my foot...

I own a used John Deere X530 with a 54" mower deck. I notice that if I try to engage the mower deck after just having started the JD, it will cause the engine to cut off. If I allow the engine to warm up a couple of minutes, then it will slow the engine until it fully engages the PTO, then...

Anyone have experience with bcs/grillo tractor tiller vs a similar tiller on a Deere? There is a 30 inch and a 42 inch hydraulic available for the x530. Will use it beginning/end season as I have a small troybilt for light tilling. As I get older don't know if iwant to put the tiller on the...

I bought a used X530 a couple of years ago. I could never get the mower deck height adjustment to function properly, but worked around it by adjusting the anti-scalp wheel and letting the deck ride on those to the desired height. As the season is beginning, thought I would fix this issue once...

Looking to buy a used John Deere 47" snowblower that fits the X530, X534, X540 and X590. This is a belt driven unit. Call Dave at 401-369-0720 or reply to this ad. Thanks.

After 31 years and being passed on through 3 generations, I have decided to semi retire my Kubota G5200 with a 44 inch deck. The New Kubota Garden tractors don't interest me, but the x series John Deere sure does. I cut four acres of grass, about 1 acre of manicured yard, and 3 of unmanicured...

I currently own a 2011 JD X740 (diesel).Neighbor widow was looking purchase a new JD X360 or X530.I talked her into buying the X530 because she is mowing 3-4 acres per week.She also wants to buy a front mounted snow blower for the X530.You folks who have owned and operated a JD X530 are you...

I have purchased an X530 John Deere. I know it was just serviced before I picked it up. The hydraulic fluid was changed. Now the tractor rolls to a stop when I take my foot off the peddle, this happens on forward and reverse. I feel the hydraulics need to be bleed.

What is the essential difference in these two machines? Am I correct in that both have hydraulic lift and power steering? I'm not too young anymore and want to get a snowblower to use. I'm a little concerned about hooking one of these up, but could probably get my son to do it. Any comments will...

Hi Everyone. I have an issue with my JD X530 54" deck, only one side will rise. This started after I hit a rock, replaced the blades and noticed that ROD, part # M164280 was bent. I also had to replace the lower raise handle - it snapped off. So, after installing the new rod (one on each...

I live in Birmingham alabama. What should I expect to pay for a x530 with 54 inch deck? retail is $6,999. 10-15% off retail?

I am thinking about purchasing a used, 2010 John Deere X530 with 37 hours on it. This tractor would replace my Cub Cadet SLT 1550. Here are my questions: 1.) Will I notice a difference in overall power/speed? 2.) Can this tractor handle the Cyclone Rake attachment? My SLT cannot climb a modest...

I've got another question regarding my X530, but is probably relevant to most of the Deere lawn tractors. I've recently noticed that when I engage the mower blades, I hear a screech or squeal noise for a split second. It only happens as soon as the mower PTO is engaged, and then it goes away...

I recently purchased a John Deere X530, which is the first riding mower/garden tractor I have ever owned or operated. When I purchased the mower, I had to remove the 54 inch deck because the tractor would not fit on my trailer with the deck attached. Now I'm about to re-attach the deck, and...

I have a 2 year old JD X530 with appropriate JD 48" front snow blade which will not lift higher than an inch off the ground when activated. The blade even after installed by a JD dealer tech who was very knowledgable informed me that the blade travel height was limited by design. Operating the...

Thanks for the input on 320 vs 500. I have decided on the X500 family. However, I am starting to think that in 9 years or so (other side of 70) that the hyd lift for the mower deck and really the 44" snow blower might be a good idea on the X530. Comments please! Jim

Just purchased a John Deer X530, hasn't even been delivered yet, and I would like to know if there are any annoyances that can crop up while owning this tractor. I am talking about inherent problems like I had with my Toro Wheel Horse 520H. Such as: the frame cracking from the use of the two...

So now, besides the X700 series being a strong contender, i am wondering if a X530/40 would do the trick. I know it would do what i ask of it as far as cutting grass goes. Question is: How would it work for pushing snow with a blade. (Not even considering a blower, since we have a big...

Hello all, Drained/refilled the transaxle and replaced the hydraulic filter on my 2010 X530. Pretty straight forward, but noted that sump indicated full at just slightly more than 4 1/2 quarts and everything I read says that 5.6 quarts should be required. I operated the tractor in forward and...

Hello, Newby here with a x530 and putting a 30" tiller on this winter. Wheel weights, front end weight, and rear tire weights have been mention in other post and other foreums. Just what is pro and con? thanks Goldwinger

Hello, how would I go about determining the value of my used garden tractor? It is a 2011 X530, 54" deck, 44" snowblower, suitcase weights and chains. 66hrs. Anyone known where I can determine what to ask for it or have knowledge on what it's worth?! Thanx

I am looking at buying either the John Deere x530 or the x540. Any thoughts on the difference in air cooled vs liquid cooled. The dealer quoted me $700 more for the x540 Thanks David

I want to us my X530 to do some gardening. I have about 1/4 acre, so it's not alot. I've looked at the Brinly attachments (disc and moldboard). What do I need to attach them and use them with my X530? By the way, I love my tractor.

Need to spread lime, fertilizer and seed about two acres. It's all up and down hill, literally have no flat ground, so I need a stable tow-behind spreader for my garden tractor. Any recommendations?

Got a new x530. I have about a 1/2 acre garden and would like to work it with the x530. What do I need? My JD dealer is a nice person, but doesn't know much about this.

My x530 arrives in about a week. I'm thinking about attachments. I'd like to be able to plow my garden, but also want to spray. Are the JD sprayers superior to the stuff at Tractor Supply, etc.?

I've been trying to decide what to buy for about four months. Ordered an x530 today. Got the dealer to throw in a 10p cart. Looking forward to using it in about two weeks. Thanks for the discussions. They have helped alot.

are these tractors 4WD? or 2WD?

Hi all, Well I'm thinking about being a John Deere owner this saturday. I have an old troy built 54" mower that something has broke everytime I've mowed this year. Last night may have been that last time I deal with it. I have beat the snot out of this mower, and all in all it hasn't been to...

I have 2 acres of which about 1.5 acres needs to be cut and the rest is wooded My back yard has a significant slope and then levels of at the bottom. I like the John Deere and have settled on the X500 series for now. Later, I will move up to the x700 series. Presently, I have a X300 which is...

I have a large property and take care of the big stuff with a JD 4210 and use a garden tractor for around the house stuff. I had a 1993 cub 1864 until about 5 yrs ago at which time it needed what I considered to be a large investment to keep it going. Since I had the 4210 I decided to go cheap...

About to buy either an x530 or x540. Why should I buy a powered sleeve hitch? What will it do for me?

Evening Gents, I am getting closer to purchasing a new X530 from a local JD dealer in New Hampshire but am unclear on their best price quote. I plan on purchasing a bagger as well. I also plan on renting a tiller to redo our 1 acre yard. Do any of you have experience on recent 'good deals' or...

Now mowing 1.5 acres with a GT 225, 42" deck with 2 bagger. Like the mulch, hate the bagger for leaves. Like the traction assist on the X530, 54" deck (which dealer says does not mulch well), will get the 3 bag powerflow for grass and cyclone rake for leaves. Mowing time (now 1.5 hrs) should be...

Now mowing 1.5 acres with a GT 225, 42" deck with 2 bagger. Like the mulch, hate the bagger for leaves. Like the traction assist on the X530, 54" deck (which dealer says does not mulch well), will get the 3 bag powerflow for grass and cyclone rake for leaves. Mowing time (now 1.5 hrs) should...

Man, what an improvement from my old Craftsman that didn't have power lift, power steering or traction control. Now blowing snow just takes a couple fingers, leaving my other hand for the hot mug of coffee. Add in the Peltor digital headset for hearing protection, ear warmth and radio; this...

Just purchased a new 54" X530 in March it just tripped 50hrs yesterday. My question is about the service I lubed the ball joints steering cylinder and spindles. The chart under the hood does not mention anything about the transaxle filter @ 50 hrs but the manual does is this service necessary...

Does anyone know if the power integral hitch can be used with 4 suitcase weights on the back? Also, does anyone have one with a 38" box scraper? Or other attachments? How well do they work? I want to use it to keep up a 150' gravel driveway and maybe move some dirt to fill in low spots in the...

Took delivery of my X530 with 54" deck today. Heading out to cut the lawn now,... and probably my neighbor's yard too!

Can anyone give me an idea how much I should expect to pay for one of the X530. Previous deals with JD have been about 15 percent off. Is that still something I shoot for in this transaction? Also, they have a 2008 X540 with 108 hours on it for $5500, is that a better deal then a new X530...

I have been looking in the owners manual but can't find anywhere that tells how much weight the tractor can tow. I have a 1200lb lawn roller that I want to use. Does anyone know if the tractor will handle it safely.

Just started today. When using a spreader to put weed killer on my lawn and the deck up all of a sudden I heard my blades running. Sounded like the deck was engaged. I lowered the deck and low and behold I was cutting grass. I didn't engage the blades they engaged on their own and would not...

Hi All, New to this forum, since I'm finally ready to buy a high quality garden tractor. Have spent the last 10 years mowing and blowing with a Craftsman (with only 2 minor breakdowns), but now it is time for power steering, power lift and something that'll last me for 15 or 20 years. And...

Hey Guys, I got a new x530 and would like to run the deere 48" blade to plow snow. I can raise/lower it using the existing hydraulics for the deck but it does not have additional hydraulics for angling. Anyone know how to make it hydraulic angling? I am not opposed to using an electric/hydraulic...

Hi all, I'm new to this site. Just got a new Deere X530. We are having a long hot, dry spell here in eastern Pa. and the grass is all dried up so it has been sitting in the garage. I am considering a Johnny Bucket/plow so I can maintain my stone driveway. Does anyone have any experience with one...

Today I decided to take it for a spin and cut the 2 acres of field that has grown the last few weeks. Funny how weeds and field grass can grow even without rain. My review of the X530 is WOW... WOW and WOW. it had no trouble cutting the field. The power is unbelievable. The power steering...

Here are some pics of my JD X530. I will try to keep it clean but this is probably the cleanest it will ever be. LOL.. Will post later on how well it cuts my field and runs.. Already love the power steering. Was so easy to back it in the garage and next to the wall where it will be parked.

x530 or 2320? I know, I know, it's a weird question; they're two entirely different machines (with very different prices!) But here I go: I have 21 acres, about three of which I mow. The rest is woods. The part I mow is pretty hilly. I have been doing it with my old Craftsman until it...

John Deere X530 I was just delivered a new X530 today. My yard is about 7 acres, and I mow my rental which is about 5 acres. I'm not scared. I've decided to leave about half of each yard to nature. X700s are for hobby farmers, and the X540 is liquid-cooled, which is completely unnecessary for...

Thinking on a new gt3200 with 54'' deck for 5700$ or a new x530 with a54'' for 6750$ Whats the best deal