New to me JD 1070

[dwost]

Thanks, that's a good call on the extra hoses. Yeah, I had to use the two circuits from the bucket tilt to control the l/r on my plow. I will say I tried the tsc thing and while I was able to get the hydro quick attach for the JD fitting that was about it. Made 4 trips and still couldn't get the right fittings and hoses. Finally went to a local place and had them make me some hoses which work perfectly. I also like the rearview mirror mod! I'll have to try that as well.

I actually also just completed adding additional floods to the ROPS. I have 2 forward on a slight angle which now illuminate the entire area quite nicely. I also have one facing backwards. For now I'm running it off the switch for the headlights but will probably change this. I tried it plowing last night and it works great. I may mod the existing headlights to accept HID's as well. The only issue is running the wire through the ropes for a clean install. I have it temp. zip tied just to make sure I liked them. Did you drill and run the wires through the side tubes? There is no place at the bottom to pull it through without drilling. No biggie but would like suggestions if there is an easier way to do it.

Oh thanks for pointing out the dirt. I ran out and removed it and applied another coat of wax. Lol

 

[Zebrafive]

Kennyd, thanks for the Fluid Film link. Don where do you use it on your tractor? Everything?

 

[dwost]

Kennyd, thanks for the Fluid Film link. Don where do you use it on your tractor? Everything?

Yup coat the entire engine, rear pto, underbelly, and wiped down all the plastic and metal body panels. Ever use wd40 in the same fashion? This is no different and will not only protect t but displace any water that will cause rust. I also coat my mower deck between scrapings to eliminate grass buildup. I have a post on lawnsite where ive been experimenting with this and the results I've found. Btw any local Deere retailer stocks the spray cans. Enjoy!

 

[dwost]

Here are a couple pics from the most recent storm.

 

[Zebrafive]

Yup coat the entire engine, rear pto, underbelly, and wiped down all the plastic and metal body panels. Ever use wd40 in the same fashion? This is no different and will not only protect t but displace any water that will cause rust. I also coat my mower deck between scrapings to eliminate grass buildup. I have a post on lawnsite where ive been experimenting with this and the results I've found. Btw any local Deere retailer stocks the spray cans. Enjoy!

Thanks, on my to do list!

 

[dwost]

Well I was under the assumption that mine was a 1993 but after verifying the SN I found out it is actually a 1989! So basically I'm rocking a 22yo tractor with 300 hours. I think this should last me several lifetimes