steiner 430

Can any one tell me how to check the oil on Steiner 430 max with Onan P220G engine. Specifically what I am trying to learn is should I screw thee dipstick down tight or just rest the dipstick on the first thread. Thanks.

I'm trying to run a Ventrac KA160 Blower with a 430 Max power unit. The 430 has the air-cooled Kohler. The Ventrac manual specifies a B52 belt however, that belt is too loose even with the adjuster turned all the way for max tension. Is there another belt beside the B52 that I should try here...

I am new to this website, so please let me know if this post needs to be moved. I am searching for a big loader attachment that fits my Steiner 430 Max. I believe the LD 300 model will fit, but I am open to any other models that fit as well. I live in Ohio, but I am willing to drive or pay for...

Steiner 430 max kohler gas tractor , my dad was cutting the grass and it backfired now it won’t start , change the fuel pump , still won’t starting , any help or suggestions would be greatly appreciated

Hi, I am new to this site and to Steiner but I’m looking at getting a steiner 430 with a 33hp generac motor. I can’t find much about theses motors other than in the manual. Does anyone have any bad experiences or anything I should look for when I look at it thanks

I know this goes against the Steiner/Ventrac design and having the implements out front. But was wondering if any has added rear hydraulic ports to the rear for certain implements? If so how did you do it. I was going to tee off the valves and run hoses to the back. I know this is the only way...

Let me start by saying that manufacturer suggesting this Samurai sickle mower can cut 1-1/2" branches is like saying a VW Passat can mow down 4" Hardwood. It's NOT a LIE! It's possible with GREAT DAMAGE! I have always wanted to try this on the 430 MAX, that has little hydraulic power to...

If you google a substitute, PTO belt you will likely end up with the wrong sized belt. A Lawn and Garden Dealer told me that if you have an idler working on the back side of a belt, it should be Kevlar. Steiner does not offer a Kevlar Belt. I was shredding belts, when in tough cutting...

I was mowing last weekend with a 60 inch rear discharge mower and started to notice an oscillation of some sort up front. The spring on the mower was jumping (I never bother putting on the belt cover) and I suspected mower belt tension, so I tightened it up a bit. Returned to mowing with the...

First I want to thank you for allowing me into the group. Second , I am wondering how many have steiner compact tractors and any difficulties they may have encountered. Myself, I have a 430 max and am generally happy with it. It has developed a charging problem in that it is not charging. I...

Hello. New to the forum here. I have quick question regarding how the vent for the front transaxle should be positioned normally. I completed a hydraulic oil change over the weekend per the Steiner manual, but did not notice anywhere how the vent should be left for normal operation. After...

I have a Steiner 430 Max with a 21 HP Kubota diesel. It simply is not strong enough to mow up hill in 2nd or High Gear. I use to ride a JD 3720 and that was a horse. Too large for my 6 acres, so maybe I am making an unfair comparison. Still I would love to put as large an engine in the 430...

I have an acre and currently run a cub 1641 that i really like. I have a 150 ft. gravel drive, a good amount of trees and a lot of projects as the property was not taken care of for a very long time before we acquired it last spring. I am limiting myself to one machine. Land is nearly flat...

I recently traded a 60" SD mower (I wasn't using) for a 72" mower. Now, certainly lift height have never been Steiner strong points but this mower barely leaves the ground. Driving up a washed out road will have the rear roller bouncing over stones. Is this normal? It seems that the lifting...

Will a Ventrac 5 foot mower deck fit a Steiner 430? Is the belt the same for both a Ventrac deck and a Steiner deck?

Hello, I am new to posting in this forum. Have read lots of posts from here. Just never had anything to ask...till now. I just bought my first Steiner tractor. It's a 430 Max with the kabota diesel engine. It has 800 hrs on it and seems to be in excellent running/driving condition. I bought it...

Hello I'm just in the process of buying a Steiner 430 max with the 27 gas air cooled motor ir runs a awsome and only has 1200 hours on it. I would like to switch it out for a Kubota diesel 902 or 1105 motor I was wondering if anyone has does this and if so can you please give me some info in...

What weight oil should I use in my Steiner 430 w/Onan 20HP?

Any idea how long these detents are good for? My 430 has 550 hrs and the detent just failed it seemed one day to the next. You feel it's there, but it won't hold. The assembly appears still bolted up tight. Aside from robbing the Aux which I don't want to do, is there any other fix other...

Hey guys, this is my first time posting to this site. My name is Jon and I am from Ontario Canada. I have a Steiner 430 Max I am working on restoring. It is powered by a 20hp Onan air cooled engine. I have tested the engine out and other then it being baked with mud dirt and manure in the...

This machine with 450 hours has always had a rough idle. But bumping up the RPMS just slightly, usually smoothed it out. Now it seems that I have to go to a really high idle to make the engine stop shaking. I checked the motor mounts and they appear fine. I looked at the fan, thinking maybe...

I don't have the zerk fitted flat steel bar under my machine at the articulation point, like some machines have. I can't really figure where the squeal is coming from, but it sounds like your typical dry bearing. Any ideas on where I might apply some (obviously) much needed lubrication? And...

I'm thinking of going to look at a used Steiner with a Kohler 30hp, air cooled engine. I don't know the individual seller but according to the information the meter reads just over 100 hours. The machine is 4 years old. Years ago the better John Deere garden tractors had Kohler engines and my...

I could be wrong in various points but here is my experience. I crawled around the ground for almost an hour trying to figure out how to do an engine oil change on this thing. I started to take things apart that I did not need to. I finally as a last resort looked in my owners manual. I...

Looking into buying my first Steiner and have questions on the better motors for these. Love the looks of the new ones but out of my price range. Is the gas or better in the 430s? Anything else I should be concerned about? Looking to buy one with less than 1000 hrs. property is 4 acres...

A couple of weeks ago my man Bruce and I took a ride out to North Adams, Mass. and came home with a Steiner 430 Max, a cab, a 60" deck, and a snow blower. The machine itself is reported to have around 1K municipal hours on it and has a brand new 27 horse Kohler, new tires and rims, new...

I have a Steiner 430 Max. The service chart in the owner's manual says to lubricate the center pivot, PTO idler arm and drive shaft every 100 hours. I see the grease fitting on the center pivot, but I can't find one on the PTO idler arm. And I'm not sure what they're talking about for the drive...

The steering wheel on my Steiner 430 Max is wobbling. I popped off the plastic cover and found the steering wheel is firmly attached to the shaft. What is wobbling is the shaft. I looked at the parts manual and it looks like the shaft is part of the steering valve. Does anyone know if there is...

Hello! I'm sure that this topic has been discussed many times before, so I apologize for asking again. My wife and I will be moving to a 40 acre place with about 20 acres of woods. While the farm land will be farmed or fenced for cattle pastures, we need something to mow the grass around the...

I wonder if someone can help me with this. I was using this machine for an hour or so in -3 degree C temps, blowing snow. Then all of a sudden, the blower (which is quite heavy) would no longer lift, at all, regardless of engine RPM! The power steering works normal, as does the chute...

I have a Steiner 430 with the Kubota diesel, I have blown a drive hose. Is there a reservoir on these things? I cannot find one. how does one refill the hydraulic system after hose replacement? Do the axle housings act as reservoirs for the system? Would like to fix this but don't want to mess...

I`m in a bind,maybe someone can help me out.I need a wiring diagram for my 430. My coputer will not let me download it from the John Deere website. I am not sure why. I can download from other sites.????? Does anybody have one they could email me or to me? Here is my email : max99@hughes.net

Hello all. Does anyone know where a good online sight to buy parts for my 430? I`m having trouble with the fuel shutoff solenoid, the plunger does not go back when I turn the key on. any suggestions might help. Thank you.

I have a JD 430 I'm looking for a snowblower to run from the front PTO. Am considering a Bercomac (made in Canada). Does anyone have an experience with these? Looks like a great piece of equipment I'm also considering (if I can find one) the original equipment John Deere snowblower...

Hello John Deere owners: I am having an issue with my JD 430 lawn tractor and I was hoping someone might know the solution. I'm female so I might not call these parts right but here goes. There is a stick (I think it's a PTO) that fits over the drive shaft (grooved stick that appears to be...

Hello John Deere owners: I am having an issue with my JD 430 lawn tractor and I was hoping someone might know the solution. I'm female so I might not call these parts right but here goes. There is a stick (I think it's a PTO) that fits over the drive shaft (grooved stick that appears to be...

Hello all, I'm a new guy on the block here with a used 1988 JD430 Lawn tractor that I recently purchased. It has about 980 hours on it and today it began losing power. I suspect the fuel transfer pump as the sound of it with the key on changes. Fuel coming out of the filter vent is kinda...

Hello all.... I'm a new member from Maryland with a question about parts for a 1988 430 JD lawn tractor. I just picked this item up and not sure I made a good decision on a tractor this old. It has 980 hours on it. I've already found out that the radiator is no longer available and am...

Hello all.... I'm a new member from Maryland with a question about parts for a 1988 430 JD Lawn Tractor. I just picked this item up and not sure I made a good decision on a tractor this old. It has 980 hours on it. I've already found out that the radiator is no longer available and am...

Can someone post a page, or pictures of how to change the hydraulic fluid? I inherited a Steiner 430 when I bought my home and have not been able to find down loadable info. Thanks, Andy

Does anyone know what engine size came in the 2001 Steiner Max? What would be a good price for a 2001 with a 60" mower deck and 2000 hrs? Thanks, Temadog

I am seriously considering buying one of these machines and would love any and all feedback comparing them. I am quite familiar with the "specs" of each and the technical differences, but would love to have input from those who know the real world practical differences. Please share your...

I am seriously considering buying one of these machines and would love any and all feedback comparing them. I am quite familiar with the "specs" of each and the technical differences, but would love to have input from those who know the real world practical differences. Please share your...