john deere x300 problems
The K46 transmission on the X300 is Junk. The instruction manual was very thorough and I too recommend that anyone who has a K46 hydrostatic transaxle on a John Deere lawn mower/tractor, Just wanted to say that I have a 1987 JD 175 and it was used (22 years) when I bought it. We are working on finding a lawyer to handle the lawsuit and will update as we have more information. PS- Sign me up for the class action suit! Turn the Fulcrum Shaft clockwise until the Axle Shafts rotate in reverse. Plus the dealer didn’t tell me about how long the trany would last when he saw my very hilly property. When our remaining four kits are sold, we will take reservations for the this new batch. -Your tractor does not have a method for checking or changing the fluid level of the hydrostatic transmission. you did not buy a johndeere you baught a green mtd. Nobody can. It is doing the same thing that everyone else is complaining about . No power,..I went to the JD dealer and he said it wasn’t worth fixing. Great pictures Jens and thanks for taking the time! Pure junk! At 300 hours on the product, the transmission quit pulling on the hills in my yard. I thought it was the traction belt slipping on my JD LA110. Im a little behind, but i just saw this article. Spread a SMALL amount of the glue around the end of the hose… wait a couple of minutes. I mow a lot of hills over some pretty rough terrain so the next mower had better be rugged. I think that everybody who has had a problem with the transmission should have john deere make a recall on these mowers, they just don’t last! stan, Still one K66 Upgrade kit available. I Googled for tranny info and this was the first website I logged onto. Thanks for your notes on the transmission issue. We are now buying brand new K66’s directly from Tuff Torq and are continuing to produce and sell the popular K66 Upgrade Kits. My hydrostatic transmission started leaking over the winter from the O ring at the brake assembly connected to the transmission; I lost approximately a quart and a half of oil. It is extremely sad to be that things have to come to this but John Deere it seems, doesn’t listen to the thousands of complaints about their ridiculous transmission design and haven’t for 20 years. I read about drilling a drain hole in the transaxle and refilling. -Tractor moves very slow or not at all in reverse, If you’re thinking about scraping your tractor because of a hydrostatic transmission problem it may be worth your time and effort to do a similar oil and gasket change. But the alternatives are even more expensive. I have a LA165 about 8 yrs old and it sucks for blowing snow no power in forward reverse is ok. No whining noise however when.trying to go forward it sounds like a grinding noise(not a real grinding) just sounds like it wants to move but no it won’t. I contacted Roger Daisley and bought his K-66 Upgrade kit. The Kubota dealer around has gotten great reviews from people I know for standing behind their product and service. It barely moves when I back up especially going up a very small hill (not steep at all). I am going to try replacing the seal from the outside rather than tearing into the transaxle again to pull the axle, but I have ordered two new seals just in case :( I have seen someone mention that oil can be added without removing the transaxle by removing the gas tank, but I don’t see that this will work on my L130–can anyone clear this up for me? I have just stumbled on the blog and I’m wondering if a replacement kit may be availible but I’m not sure which transmission it has and I’m not sure where to find this out. i have a 2007 J/D LA 140 its doing the same thing .i read about changing fluid but when i called local j/d dealer told me welcome to the 90s .really !!!. Probably be out of the “prototype” development and ready for sale mid-to-late summer. I replaced the bearings in the axle housing and seals – change the transmission oil and also last season I replaced the bearings on the mowing deck. Today January 22, 2015, the mower has only 76.3 hours on it and the transmission is failing. With the new synthetic oils, it will probably withstand the heat a LOT longer – heat is the problem I guess. The K66 Upgrade Kit is based upon the concept that you will have Upgraded your tractor to a higher level of performance with virtually TWICE the torque it had when new. It’s getting old and puffing smoke so I found a used X300 with only 450 hrs. Wish I was spoiled and had “fancy” hoists and chains!). Somerset KY, Thought John Deere tractors were the best, yea, the older ones, but like everyone else, I have the same problem with my L120. I have an l110 green piece of you know what also, the k46 trans. Roger, I have a question about the upcoming S500 upgrade, although I’m aware it’s still in the developmental stages. But our research also indicated that the engine-fan problem could affect other equipment from some commercial brands. If not, it should be expanded to include all of them as well. Same problem with my L118; sign me up for class action suit if you get that going. I had Dealer pick up the tractor after I replaced the drive belt (no better result). I know my wife is blaming herself for convincing me to buy this mower, but if you hear the same phrase all your life that nothing beats a Deere, you have to think there’s something to it. I have a G100. I cut about an acre two days ago (ran out of daylight), and finished the rest yesterday. My mower is losing power, even on small hills, changed transmission belt thinking this would alleviate the problem. May be dead by the time anything will be done, but maybe the young fellows will get a chance at it, Lots of good info on here. Spoken like a true John Deere salesman, one who assumes that people know the difference between models; or, as you infer, that everyone is lying about the hill they have to mow and that all salesmen are honest and have been mislead. I just changed the steering gear GX20052 on my Scotts mower two weeks ago. On June 14, 2014 I purchased a new John Deere riding mower, model D170, with a Tuff Torq K46 transmission, from the Home Depot in Blairsville, GA. Purchase price was $2,799 with a 24 month 120 hour warranty. Maybe Brian lives in China :) where you possibly can buy a tractor for $1,300.- but a new equivalent JD matching an L120/130 with your K66 conversion kit would cost between $3,500-5,500.- my next mower will be some other color then green. I let it sit overnight and then refilled it using a synthetic 5W50 oil (which is a tip I read on the transmission manufacturer’s web site). My john deere D 150 with a 48 cut will not climb even the smallest hill I bought the mower in April of 2011 and I paid a good price for apparently junk I’m very upset. He has no problems with his. It’s just another example of a company who wants to be revered as exceptional by relying on its past. it’s too darn heavy to push around. I have a John Deere L120 and like a lot of other people am very disappointed in it. should had thed K66 trans in this machine in the first place! 1) My brake doesn’t work good……the tractor still slowly rolls down hill when I apply the brake (although the Xmission helps brake a lot). BS is what I say. Then you’ll only need to loosen the sheave nut underneath the tractor. The machinist said steel on aluminum bad idea; they could have inserted steel plates into the aluminum. Thank you Roger, I am a happy JD owner again. Cost about $250 plus 2 liters of 5w50 full synthetic oil. I have a D140 JD and felt like most of you, JD has always stood for quality so can still be trusted to provide a quality product, apparently no more. In this current economic situation, fixing what you have makes sense. In 2005 I bought my LT190 at a John Deere tractor supply store. How I Passed the Drone Test Remote Pilot Certification UAG. Price? The LT is not a low end box store knockoff. At this time I want to thank all for their input into this issue, I would even consider a class-action lawsuit against the Manufacturer…John Deere if need be! Last week I upgraded my JD 155C from the overheating, unserviceable K46 transaxle to the “twice the torque” K66. Deere needs to know that their design and quality assurance has suffered while the prices continue to climb. They have a faulty product and the public is stuck with it. i bought it new and always service it every year now the transaxle is making a snapping noise and jumping , any one else with this? L120 bought this new from Home depot it worked great for a few years but very slow in forward now and reverse is very iffy. With hundreds of upgraded tractors, we have received nothing but rave reports. The lawsuit should be directed at Tuff Torq. No you haven’t lost me, just been reading what all has happened to you guys and trying to keep up with the growing grass here. You are right it’s through the cap under the pulley and fan. It has 180 hours on it. No way!!! Surely their apparent lack of public care for the products they push out the door will come back and bite them one day. I have to let the mower cool down and then I am able to move for another 20-30 minutes. Then the service center told me they never see problems with the L-series hydro,s. hi i have a john Deere 235GT and the hydrostatic drive unit broke took it to my local dealer in Grand Ledge, MI had it a week and didn’t fix it, they were to busy setting on there bottoms so I took it home, ordered parts and rebuilt it myself. Bottom line: A K66 upgrade for the Lxxx, LTxxx and X300 for around the current price. Buy about 2-feet of small neoprene hose. . I also own a JD lawn tractor from the early 80’s. On this day, we have only forty (40) K46 transaxles left for sale. Bought all my parts from JD dealer then the transmission failed. I changed the transmission fluid in my LA120 (which has a T40 transaxle) after debating for a long time if it was time to ditch JD. The upgrade was the least expensive option. I look forwards to it’s arrival and getting it installed, and hopefully it will solve my dilemma :), It is up upsetting that our John Deere’s didn’t last longer, and even more so that the dealers offer no solution to a known problem other than suggesting purchasing a bigger mower. To Ken G: Thanks for the very nice report. I too have an L111 and would like to purchase one of these kits. Mine has a shaft with an eccentric cam lobe on it that is used to adjust the transition from forward to reverse; I believe the TuffTorq catalog calls this the fulcrum. The fact is, John Deere installed a completely “non-serviceable” transmission in their “L” series Lawn Tractors, know that their transmission will break down under normal conditions, and worse, charge you $1,800 for the K66. My L130 loses power and will not pull itself on small incline. Unfortunately, NY State Doesn’t have a Lemon law on Tractors, like it has on cars. Thanks! I hate when people start throwing around Class Action Lawsuit. Had my X300 for 5 years and have not had problem with it beyond normal wear and tear. To repair the transmission will run about a grand. Sorry about the current $1295 for the upgrade kit. Anyway, all of the parts cost me a little over $500, directly from Tuff Torq. First one failed at under 100 hours, second at 220 hours. Started experiencing a problem last fall with both the engine and the transmission after having it in the JD shop for some tweaking. 5) The proper oil level for both chambers is about 1-1/2″ below the top of the filler hole. I think a new K-46 is going for around $750 to $800, so I can certainly understand the cost tradeoff for a shop–the time they would have in disassembly, cleaining, and reassembly would probably more than offset the difference in the cost of the new transaxle vs. the rebuild parts–IF you replace everything like I did! Does anyone have any Corporate contacts at John Deere to complain about the LA140 unit? On the other end, form a little handle to hold on to. Don’t mess around with any of this “home” version of anyone’s mower. If your dealer told you that an L or a D was a good mower for hilly arias then you should be pissed. I don’t understand why anyone would put something like this in knowing it can’t be serviced. The other switch prohibits blades from turning when no operator is present. I’m sure I will not spend the dollars for a new John Deere with this same type transmission. Tractor slows down and/or has power lose while going up a hill. Jens. Go red, my friend. I say NO MORE! John Deere X300 with a fuel flow issue. But if we take them to court COUNT ME IN. Therefore, if you want to win and get something (in my opinion) then you will have to do what I’m going to do and that is send all my information (NOTORIZED) to the Illinois Attorney General. You will need a metal rod, about 18″-24″ long. lock. Q: Has this Class Action Lawsuit included people that have tractors with the K46 ? My LA140 tractor with 600 hours on it has started slowing down and losing power. Other factor to consider: For one reason or the other, JD has decided to dramatically raise the price on some of the required parts used in the kit. We came in and called Roger ( he actually answered at this time) and told him we had no spacer as the instructions stated. Same as all the rest $2,700 for a boat ——–, I have the same problem, but with a john deere 420. I am obviously well beyond any warranties. I need a new car, not another JD junk mower. That was fast info. With the number of comments I read on here it would appear Deere is not what they claim to be. I do not think it would be a recommended replacement. Can use it for a couple hours without issue but expect next week when I go to use it again will have same problem. Anyway, I’ll keep you informed of my progress. Every part of me wanted to tell those potential buyers to steer clear! 1- Removing the caked on dirt and dust that accumulates on the cooling fins of the transmission.This allows the cooling fan to do it’s job. Can’t wait to get one of the K72’s! but unfortunately, has ended due to the lack of K66r’s. -A loud whining noise can be heard from the back of the tractor when in use, I wanted to let the last poster, Mike Know that it is also used (k46) in the x300 model that I bought at a John Deere dealer not the big box “homeowner” edition with the same results. Fuel filter gummed or plugged. It has 400 hrs work. The smart connector transmits engine usage to the app, making it easy to track maintenance intervals. I pushed one time about 6 inches of powder. Is Roger still selling the transmission replacement for the john deere? The mower has just over 200 hours is all. I’m stumped. Not sure the class action would work for me as I have put a lot of hours and use on the 190. It would not work! Only 88 hours on the unit. I sure don’t need anyone trying to tell me about how good John Deere products are. $879.00 Upgrade Kit * I have never used the mower other than for cutting the yard, which is right at about 1.5 acres, with only very slight inclines. I have primarily used it to mow acres of 6-8 foot weeds and sparse weeds in high-dust areas. Rubber Hose and a little Gorilla Glue… insert one end of the hose down the back of the machine between gas tank and back frame… until you can reach it with your hand from the R.H. wheel side. On another forum one of the posters mentioned that if you use the throttle to control the speed then the transmission will overheat. Don. thank you, Internally, what make the K66 so much better than the K46? I would like to say that I have an L120 that has been a piece of crap ever since I bought it. $5200.00 25 horse , 54″ cut. With over 500 K66 Upgrade Kits sold, we have nothing but rave reports. 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