New LS XR4046HC

[radman1420]

Hello,

I first want to say thanks for all the topics so far on LS. I was hesitant at first but after lurking and searching for bad reviews on the LS tractor for quite some time. I have decided to make the purchase. I put my deposit down saturday on a new LS XR 4046HC. I was quite excited to purchase it for 27,700. I know this isnt as good as some but im happy with it. The dealer was suppose to order it today however he called needing more information. It seems rear wiper and radio are not standard. He wanted $160. for rear wiper and $380. for radio. It was easy for me to say no to the rear wiper. Heck I dont even use it on cars. As for the radio? I know for that I can buy a nice setup that will last for years for that price. The dealer said the "delux" radio from LS didnt have bluetooth. When my wife is mowing I know this will be important. I mean why would she need to hear when she is mowing over rocks LoL. Would it be easy to install a system on my own? Or will there not be the wiring needed if I dont order it from the factory? Thanks in advance I need to give him a yes or no soon.

Brad

 

[nvmyhd]

A few here have installed the radio them self. Definitely not worth $380... You can buy a $100 unit from Walmart and do it your self.
My Dealer would install the radio for free.
Speakers are less than $40 and you would want to upgrade from the factory anyways.
The harness is all in place.

I doubt you'll have snow in Alabama but the rear wiper comes in handy for those of us with that white stuff.

You will enjoy it when you get it regardless.

 

[George2615]

I installed my own radio and posted a thread on the wiring color codes. The factory radio harness and speakers are already in place. It is an easy install. Remove 4 nuts and washers and the whole top canopy will tip up for access to the wiring. Congrats on the new tractor. Post pics when it arrives.

http://www.tractorbynet.com/forums/...io-wiring-xr3037hc-cab-models.html?highlight=

 

[AaronS]

Congrats on the new tractor.

 

[radman1420]

im having troubles uploading some images I will upload my radio install pics soon.

 

[JLwoodworks]

I had to file the plastic opening a little where the clips go for the gray factory cover. That allowed me to snap it back on after and cover the 2 holes on either side. I don't know what they're for.