Got our new X754

[holtzacres]

We got our new x754, probably wont be able to try it out as there is snow on the ground now. guess we will just sit on it and look at it for a few months until spring.

 

[CinderSchnauzer]

Very nice - Congrats.

I was very tempted to go with the X754 to get the 4WS, but I have some areas where my old 2WD spins out, so wanted the 4WD as well. Compromise was the x739 - gas - not diesel. Bit of snow here in last few days, so mine will be sitting until spring as well.

 

[Wagtail]

Congrats on the new tractor & ta for the piccies, Mate!

 

[donpauli]

You guys need the 47 inch quick tach
Blower and use those machines.
I have an X724 with blower and blade
And have great results with both
Also 62 inch mower deck

 

[donpauli]

You guys need the 47 inch quick tach
Blower and use those machines.
I have an X724 with blower and blade
And have great results with both
Also 62 inch mower deck

 

[CinderSchnauzer]

You guys need the 47 inch quick tach
Blower and use those machines.
I have an X724 with blower and blade
And have great results with both
Also 62 inch mower deck

If you have included me in your "you guys need......." suggestion - I have a 60" Snow Blower on the 3320 CAB - where I can sit in heated comfort with an adult beverage, so the X7 will be sitting in the heated shed until spring.:thumbsup:

 

[jgayman]

I'm curious. What holds the front wheel on? It doesn't appear to have the normal lug bolts/nuts.

 

[donpauli]

My apologies Cindy or CinderSchnauzer yes you are included and NO disrespect intended. Yes with that larger equipment I get your point and you must have a lot bigger area to clear.
I was just indicating the 47 inch unit does a very good job for its size

 

[donpauli]

jgayman: On my X724 a bolt and washer hold the ball bearing unit in place and are covered by a rubber cap. I think tractors with 4 wheel drive have 5 bolt front wheels

 

[jgayman]

jgayman: On my X724 a bolt and washer hold the ball bearing unit in place and are covered by a rubber cap. I think tractors with 4 wheel drive have 5 bolt front wheels

Thanks. That was about the only configuration that made sense but I couldn't find any photos that showed a close-up of the wheel.

 

[Gittyup]

The 54" snow blade works very well too with the X-series. Very fast in snows up to about a foot. And the AWS will give you excellent maneuverability, letting you work sideways if you want and always have steering no matter how light the front end gets. Though, whether blower or blade, you'd need chains with 2WD. I've plowed for 19 years with my old 425. Works excellently.

 

[JDTank]

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We got our new x754, probably wont be able to try it out as there is snow on the ground now. guess we will just sit on it and look at it for a few months until spring.

When it comes time to change the oil in the trans-axle, you will be happy you have a 2WD machine. It is extremely easy on the 2WD, and a real bear on the AWD. The AWD tractors have to be raised off the ground, and the all the air must be bled from the front axle when changing fluid. It isn't THAT bad, but compared to the 2WD, it takes 5 times longer.

Here are some tips for you from an X740 owner!

Beware, when these machines are built, the engine oil filter and transaxle oil filter are installed dry. They will be an absolute BEAR to remove. Get yourself the proper cup style filter wrench that fits onto a ratchet. There is no clearance on the side of the engine to get a large filter wrench with handles in there. There is plenty of room to latch onto the hydro oil filter with a large filter wrench or large pair of water pump pliers. Take the deck off when completing the trans-axle service. When changing your trans-axle oil, drive the front of your machine onto car ramps. This will allow as much oil as possible to run to the rear of the housing where the drain plug is. I filled my machine while still on the ramps by measuring out the exact quantity required for the trans-axle. However, if you cannot do that, simply manually push the machine off the ramps onto level ground and add the hydro oil, checking the dipstick from time to time.

When changing the fuel filter, shut the fuel valve off first before you do anything. Discard the old filter and install a new one. When the new filter is in and the housing is tightened back on, manually prime the system. On the left side of your engine block, about mid-way down, you will see a small square box with a line going into it, and coming out of it. It will have a very small flap style lever on it. Move this back and forth while watching the fuel bowl. You will see the fuel bowl begin to fill with fuel. Once you can no longer see empty space in the fuel bowl, pump the primer another 20 to 30 pumps. Using this method, you will not need to crank the engine for a long period of time trying to prime the system, this does nothing but wear out starters and shorten battery life. It should only die on you once, maybe twice, depending on your scenario of course.

Since you bought brand new, keep an eye out for loose hose clamps. I highly suggest you remove your deck, crawl under your machine and look very hard with a very good light at all of your hoses and how they are routed. Do it now while everything is clean and visible. When I did this on my machine I found multiple hoses rubbing in a manner that would eventually lead to a failure. The hoses that supply fluid to the power steering cylinder are a common rubbing spot.

Fenders for the front wheels do make a HUGE difference. Even with a 2WD machine, the front tires grab everything and anything, grass clippings, dirt, rocks, and fling them up onto the top of your mower deck, filling it up with debris. The front fenders completely eliminate this issue, and are extremely easy to install yourself.

All I can think of for now, enjoy the beautiful new machine, you invested wisely!

 

[Markcuda]

How about a up date?
I'm buying one also, no idea what for, has been my dream mower for quite some time, now is the time to pull the trigger.