Pro Tips: Instantly Fix Your John Deere Hood Crack in Minutes!

Simple REPAIR on A Cracked John Deere Plastic Hood
Professional DIY Plastic Repair on a John Deere X300 Hood - Step by Step From Start to Finish!
I'll show you how to fix a broken or cracked plastic hood on a John Deere X300 mower. This process is the same on many plastic items, from car bumpers to trim pieces.
The result is fantastic; it takes a little ambition and time to complete it.
No paint was used on the outside of this hood and I DO NOT suggest using paint on the outside. The paint will flake and chip off quickly on the outside surface.
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This new video shows how to fully Repair Your John Deere Plastic Hood: A Professional and Comprehensive Guide.
This step-by-step video tutorial teaches how to effectively repair a broken or cracked plastic hood on your John Deere mower. The exact process can be applied to various plastic items, whether a car bumper or trim pieces.
In this video, I will demonstrate a proven method to restore your John Deere garden tractor hood to its former glory. The results are awe-inspiring; you can easily accomplish this task with just a little ambition and time.
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Recommended SPOT WELD Process with PLASTIX-27
(This step can be used in place of the hot staples)
Sand the Surface
Add IRF
Let it cure for 15-20 seconds
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ONE LAYER Repair
Sand the Surface
Place Mesh with Adhesive down
Add IRF
Apply Liquid Activator
Let it cure for 15-20 seconds
Sand the surface
TWO LAYER Repair
Sand the Surface
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Add IRF
Apply Liquid Activator
Let it cure for 15-20 seconds
Sand the surface
Place Mesh on top of the sanded IRF surface
Add IRF
Apply Liquid Activator
Let it cure for 15-20 seconds
Sand the Surface
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[@baldeagle242]

I have another video that shows you how to completely finish these hoods with no visible cracks if you’re interested. kzbin.info/www/bejne/pGfMg4mimryGoLssi=_dxWLvEt4myrEHsS John Deere Original Equipment Hood Replacement or X3xx seiries lawn tractors amzn.to/2NgFcXg Hot Stapler Plastic Welder Kit amzn.to/38WjuQT 600 Replacemrnt staples for hot melt staple welder www.amazon.com/dp/B08F2F7BK3/?tag=Anew074-20 Bondo Fiberglass Resin Repair Kit, 00420, 0.45 Pint amzn.to/38WjHDF Prep-All Wax and Grease Remover amzn.to/3nYMdc5 John Deere Green Paint www.amazon.com/dp/B000I19AFW/?tag=Anew074-20 3M Masking Tape amzn.to/2KsMAhc Linzer A 1506 Chip Brush Multi-Pack - (I use these for cheap throw away paint brushes.) amzn.to/2XXCtEc Rust-Oleum 7435502 Specialty Farm Equipment Brush On Paint, Quart, John Deere Green amzn.to/2M79vz2 Meguiar's M11032 Mirror Glaze Ultra Pro Speed Compound (You really don't need anything with less cut than this unless you plan to put a show car like shine on your plastic.) amzn.to/2XSFbeg Buffing Pads Polishing Pads Polishing Grip Pad For Car Polisher Boat Polisher - SPTA 5Pcs 6inch (150mm) amzn.to/2XT48Gz Gino Development 01-0950 TruePower Variable Speed Dual Action Orbital Sander Polisher, 6" amzn.to/3oZZcvp 3M Wetordry Sandpaper, 32022, 9 in x 11 in, 1200 Grit, 5 sheets per pack amzn.to/35VM9DK New John Deere x300 Hood - I DON'T HAVE THIS KIND OF MONEY!!! amzn.to/38YqOLE

[@rogerferris3720]

Good fix. I've come here from Chickanic, she recommended come to have a look, I'm glad i did.

[@baldeagle242]

+@rogerferris3720 Thank you! Bre is an amazing young lady. I’ve posted another hood repair video that works well if you have a more severely damaged hood. How to Restore A Cracked John Deere Hood Like a Pro! kzbin.info/www/bejne/pGfMg4mimryGoLs

[@rodwilliams5074]

Same here. I will view the other video as well. G'day from Queensland Australia 👍

[@dab1068]

Same here. Came from Chickanic. Love her channel and this one looks pretty good so far too. Doing a little filler on the top with that left over paint might have helped make the crack disappear on the top side. Maybe. It sure looked good when done though. Meguiar's for the win!!!

[@tomarnold995]

Yep Chickanic for the win, and referrals.

[@1notgilty]

The best descriptions I’ve heard for John Deere hoods are: "They're made out of green potato chips" and "They're made out of green egg shells". For the high price they're charging for these hoods it would be SOOOO much better if they were made of aluminum or some other more durable material rather than brittle plastic. Canoes and kayaks are made of molded polyethylene resins that are strong (they smash into rocks and don't break), light-weight and inexpensive. John Deere needs to get their act together and stop ripping off their customers.

[@cgpnomad]

Thank You for your Information, I have a X300 that I hope to keep going for a long time...First project Seat repair!

[@baldeagle242]

The new hood repair video is going live at 6:00 pm today! Could you stop by and join in the live chat? kzbin.info/www/bejne/pGfMg4mimryGoLs

[@billhill839]

Hello. I don't have or need a riding mower. I don't comment hardly ever on youtube. I had to comment on this video that as others have said, this was one of the best how to do video's I have ever seen. Besides being a great craftsman, you are also a great video producer. Hats off to you sir, great job on the hood and this video!!!

[@baldeagle242]

Thank you. 🦅🇺🇸

[@stevehenry2142]

Chickanic was right; as usual....good content!

[@baldeagle242]

Thank you!

[@TheMoomba19]

I enjoyed your video. Repairing products verses tossing them out has always been my mantra. Being raised in an environment (and time) where we had to fix things, I learned a lot from my dad and uncle. And I can never remember calling out a professional to fix anything. We just couldn't afford it. Anyway, I have a JD 790 sub-compact tractor where the hood spyder cracked and would not close properly. It's metal so the repair was done with my MIG welder but there are several cracked plastic parts where I am goint to try out the staple idea and I am going to purchase the tool through your suggestion below. I appreciate the sharing of your work as well. Keep the videos coming.

[@baldeagle242]

+@TheMoomba19 Thank you, I’ve posted another hood repair video that works well if you have a more severely damaged hood. How to Restore A Cracked John Deere Hood Like a Pro! kzbin.info/www/bejne/pGfMg4mimryGoLs

[@TheMoomba19]

@@baldeagle242 Thanks. The part that is severely cracked is in the console area which encompasses the headlight switch, ignition switch, PTO, etc.

[@edh9237]

Never saw anyone weeks plastic until i saw Chicanic, and now you. Thank you for showing us how to keep on keeping on!

[@baldeagle242]

+@edh9237 Thank you, I’ve posted another hood repair video that works well if you have a more severely damaged hood. How to Restore A Cracked John Deere Hood Like a Pro! kzbin.info/www/bejne/pGfMg4mimryGoLs

[@jfilm7466]

I wish more people use your presentation style. Clear, simple, speeding up where needed and straight to the point. A+++++++😃

[@baldeagle242]

I couldn’t agree more! It’s one of the main reasons I started this channel. Thanks for watching. 😁👍

[@JDye-youtube]

I fixed a hood that was shattered into 5 pieces. I drilled small holes all along both sides of the edges of all the cracks, zip tied all the pieces together, then used plastic epoxy and fiberglass to permanently hold everything together. It’s a genuine Franken hood now but it works!

[@baldeagle242]

+@JDye-youtube Thank you, I’ve posted another hood repair video that works well if you have a more severely damaged hood. How to Restore A Cracked John Deere Hood Like a Pro! kzbin.info/www/bejne/pGfMg4mimryGoLs

[@williampaul8556]

THIS IS A NICE HOW TO VIDEO! Clear and to the point. No nonsense and no need for background music. THANK YOU!

[@baldeagle242]

Thank you, and thanks for watching. 🦅

[@jamesc9327]

Another excellent video on the broken hood on the john deere. 👍👍👍👍👍

[@hollyhills4524]

Per your instructions, I’m going to repair the crack in my GT235 hood. Great job!

[@baldeagle242]

Let me know how it turns out. 😁👍

[@countstoneula]

I’ve been watching how-to videos while fixing and troubleshooting a few problems on my mower all week. So the KZbin algorithm suggested your seat repair video to me and I watched it. I’m going to attempt it sometime soon. I just watched this video for fun - what a fantastic job you did. Now I want to buff and polish my lawn mower. Great videos!

[@baldeagle242]

Thank you for taking the time to leave a comment. Let me know how yours turns out. 😁👍

[@deernutOO]

Timely find for me, just starting some "crack" projects. Have the welding kit ordered and ready to begin fixing cracks. Not sure I am brave enough to tackle the polishing bit yet. Have not had good results with previous attempts. But soon will be giving it a shot. Thank you. Good presentation. Like not having the drama that some tubers think is necessary.

[@baldeagle242]

That's awesome. I actually have a new video coming out this weekend that will show how to repair much more extensive damage and finish the hood so the cracks are not visable.

[@bryanbundy1372]

Thank you for the video. Ordering the plastic repair gun today, and fixing mine.

[@robbertusmcspurtus7530]

Thanks for the video...fixing my hood tomorrow using your methods.

[@baldeagle242]

How did it work out?

[@kennethdow7075]

Thank you so much for this video! John Deere really needs to do something about the crappy hoods, it is unacceptable how easily they break and his little support they have.

[@baldeagle242]

+@kennethdow7075 Thank you, I’ve posted another hood repair video a couple weeks ago that works well if you have a more severely damaged hood. How to Restore A Cracked John Deere Hood Like a Pro! kzbin.info/www/bejne/pGfMg4mimryGoLs

[@geterdone4888]

Good idea eliminating one latch! I’ll be doing that when my x3 arrives

[@baldeagle242]

+@geterdone4888 Thanks for watching! Here’s a link to other videos I’ve posted that you may find useful. kzbin.info/aero/PL5_ZXmQpcjpac4UV8OW8g-IWVCR8tqy79&si=RKfnQL-PAcZFy67a

[@sgttimmy2]

Sir, not only are you a talented body repair guy, your video expertise is even better. One of the best ‘how to’ videos I’ve ever watched!

[@baldeagle242]

Thank you Sgttimmy2! I appreciate the kind words. Thanks for watching. 😁👍

[@69uremum]

straight forward and to the point, great vid:) no bs music, no long build up, not drawn out. good stuff

[@baldeagle242]

Thank you, 69uremum. I appreciate the comment and the subscription. Thanks for watching. 😁👍

[@RalphSampson...]

I really hate when the "how to" channels try to act like a professional TV show. We come here for the nuts and bolts of a project not, the big productions. I bet I could use this on my Ford Expedtion bumper cover. Thanks for a great video!

[@baldeagle242]

Thank you Ralph. Hopefully this works out for you. Thanks for watching. 🦅

[@rockbay79]

You Sir, are a John Deere Mower repair wizard!!!

[@baldeagle242]

+@rockbay79 Thank you, I’ve posted another hood repair video a couple weeks ago that works well if you have a more severely damaged hood. How to Restore A Cracked John Deere Hood Like a Pro! kzbin.info/www/bejne/pGfMg4mimryGoLs

[@rockbay79]

@@baldeagle242 Call me crazy, but I really try to keep my 2011 John Deere Lawn Mower D110 as clean as possible. During the mowing season I use air to blow my mower off after each use. Then, when I put it up over the winter, I hand wash it. I've been thinking of waxing the hood and body. However, what type of wax or protector you recommend? I did see a polish at the JD dealership, but it seemed a bit expensive to me. Any recommendations on a wax or polish I might find at my local Walmart. Again, thank you for sharing your knowledge. I'm going to subscribe to your channel after typing this. Thank you!

[@OldTimerGarden]

The most surprising thing to me is that these expensive mowers have cheap plastic hoods.

[@baldeagle242]

+@OldTimerGarden Thank you, I’ve posted another hood repair video that works well if you have a more severely damaged hood. How to Restore A Cracked John Deere Hood Like a Pro! kzbin.info/www/bejne/pGfMg4mimryGoLs

[@udavidism]

Great job fixing the crack. As you said you have to be gentle with the hood because it is all very brittle now from exposure to the sun.

[@baldeagle242]

Thank you! We have another video that shows how to repair and completely eliminate the crack if your hood. kzbin.info/www/bejne/pGfMg4mimryGoLssi=gM416bskYhbIxJme

[@cbdyna]

I dont even have this tractor, but the vid was so cool, I had to watch. Awesome stuff.

[@baldeagle242]

Thank you! 😁👍

[@ricvoils781]

Super informative, good video

[@baldeagle242]

Thank you, I’ve posted another hood repair video a couple weeks ago that works well if you have a more severely damaged hood. How to Restore A Cracked John Deere Hood Like a Pro! kzbin.info/www/bejne/pGfMg4mimryGoLs

[@hippoaugustine]

Thank you! You saved me a lot of bucks

[@baldeagle242]

You’re welcome! I posted a new video this weekend that shows another way to repair them also. Either way works but the new video shows how to repair it so the cracks don’t show. kzbin.info/www/bejne/pGfMg4mimryGoLs

[@jonathonschram3429]

My x300 hood has pretty much an identical crack in it. Glad I found this!

[@baldeagle242]

Thanks for watching. I'm happy it has helped so many people. 😁👍

[@cypilotiowan4761]

Saved me $400!!! Many thanks! The staple plus fiberglass method is bulletproof.

[@baldeagle242]

Thanks for watching. Let me know how it turns out.

[@shermanhofacker4428]

I have been repairing plastic by welding and embedding stainless steel screen wire for reinforcement. Your video is the first I have seen of the gun you used. Definitely going to get one.

[@baldeagle242]

Awesome! Thanks for watching. 😁👍

[@bagadonutz5717]

Not a bad looking fix and the wire welder can be used to fix other things, so that’s a good frugal purchase ! I removed the hood latch following your tip and that helps, but I think if the hood cracks one more time, I’ll use the welder and bondo, underneath but I might slap self stick camo shelf paper on the top so the trees and fence posts can’t see me coming

[@brc8387]

I regret that I can only give a single upvote. Thank you so much.

[@baldeagle242]

Thank you. 🇺🇸🦅

[@brianpotratz2740]

Great video. The tip on removing one “hood” latch was good.

[@baldeagle242]

Thank you! I’ve posted a few newer much more in-depth hood repair videos since this one. You might want to check this video out also. How to Restore A Cracked John Deere Hood Like a Pro! kzbin.info/www/bejne/pGfMg4mimryGoLs

[@jamesrichardson771]

Wow 💥 now I'm impressed 👍 !!!!

[@baldeagle242]

We have a newer video that goes into a lot more detail. kzbin.info/www/bejne/pGfMg4mimryGoLssi=2ivZp0fNJFmaRyG7

[@g.meyers1008]

I used to repair fiberglass hoods on semi trucks. The guys would crash into things and rip the whole left side fender off over the the steer tire. I would sand everything down clean and wipe the pieces with a wax remover cleaner. Bolt the hood together temporally. Then get fiberglass cloth and resin mixed up. I used 1/2 inch garden hose or 3/8 inch fuel tubing triple wrapped in fiberglass cloth. I used this for the curves and contours in the fenders to add strength. None of my repairs ever broke again from vibration. Plus the hose trick was underneath the hood the repairs were not noticeable. The glass wrapped around the hose did not add much weight compared to the whole hood. But it was a lot stronger after I was finished. Small hose wrapped in glass would work for your hood. You could add it to the inside edge. I am not sure how well epoxy will stay bonded to your hoods material. Have a great day.

[@baldeagle242]

@G. Meyers, That is an excellent suggestion, and it sounds like you have some solid experience to back it up! Thanks for sharing this tip with us, and thanks for watching. 🦅

[@gergemall]

Great ideas

[@pgmurray76]

Wow! 1 year later I am watching this again because the title and thumbnail are too appealing to me!

[@baldeagle242]

+@pgmurray76 Thank you, I’ve posted another hood repair video that works well if you have a more severely damaged hood. How to Restore A Cracked John Deere Hood Like a Pro! kzbin.info/www/bejne/pGfMg4mimryGoLs

[@cspfitch]

Thank you for this video I don’t have a crack in any of my mower’s but I have a few tractors with the same composite hoods and fenders and now I know how to wet sand them and polish them up!! Thank you!

[@baldeagle242]

That’s awesome. It’s amazing what you can do to bring back the shine on this plastic.

[@hollyhills4524]

This is brilliant! We have a JD GT 235 mower that we have had for 16+ years. Last year wife ran into something and cracked the hood. She was all upset, said we have to buy another hood, I said no probably too expensive. I had no idea! We will do this as a winter project. THANKS A BUNCH!

[@baldeagle242]

You’re welcome, let us know how it turns out. Thanks for watching. 🦅

[@77gmcnut]

I'm a new subscriber to your channel. Chicanic sent me

[@baldeagle242]

That’s awesome! Bre is an amazing woman. Thanks for letting me know. @chickanic

[@fredguldbrandsen2723]

She sent me too! I'll take a look at my X300 series JD for preventative maintenance. Thanks!

[@baldeagle242]

@@fredguldbrandsen2723 Welcome! We hope you take some time to look around and enjoy what we share. 😁👍

[@flostevematt]

Chicanic sent me too. I wish I knew this years ago. I fixed my JD hood with a bunch of zipties used like stiches.

[@baldeagle242]

@flostevematt I’m happy to have you here. Thanks for letting me know she sent you. I just posted a video this morning with a huge thank you to her. 😁👇 kzbin.info/www/bejne/iXvJfZaQjsSSnJYsi=mE28lM4jJeM4frCC

[@steveolive9991]

Nothing cracks as easy as a Deere. I bet a fella could make a living just repairing cracked Deere hoods.

[@baldeagle242]

You're not wrong! 😉

[@moparlarsson]

Collect the plastic dust from roughing up the inside , mix it into some of the polyester resin and you can fill the cracks and chips on the outside.

[@baldeagle242]

Thanks for the tip and thanks for watching. 🦅

[@cknowles2805]

One of the best jobs editing and presenting during the video. Straight forward, no nonsense video. Keep up the great work. I wish other KZbinrs attempting to make instructional videos were as well done.

[@baldeagle242]

Thank you! I'm happy to see this style of editing and straight to the point is working. I get frustrated with other videos when I'm in the middle of a project and need a quick suggestion or answer and have to click through a video to find it. I'm learning as I go but I'm trying to make every video better than the last. Glad it helped and thanks for watching.

[@johngrapentine2499]

Jmmk

[@terrycampbell5931]

I need a front end for a 275 GT John Deere where can I get one

[@terrycampbell5931]

Where can I get a front end for a gt275 John Deere

[@gergemall]

Agreed ❤

[@CurlyQLink]

The step-by-step explanation makes the entire process very easy to follow. Nicely done.

[@baldeagle242]

+Curly Q. Link, Thanks for watching. 🦅🇺🇸

[@Jbmc65]

400,000 views and only 10,000 likes, come on guys, This is an excellent channel to help people out so they can fix stuff cheaply so you can use it for years to come..

[@baldeagle242]

Thank you! 🦅🇺🇸

[@corkyparker7594]

I repaired the hood on my x300 like you did using one the heat weld guns it works good and I repaired a bug reflector on my truck I am glade you showed how to use the tool thanks a lot for your teaching thanks corky

[@baldeagle242]

You're welcome! Thanks for sharing your experience. It makes me feel great to know it has helped so many people. 😁👍

[@LexingtonPigPenny]

I am impressed man. My first view of your videos. Really enjoyed learning something I previously knew zip about. Perfect cadence in talking while working and explaining, etc... You sir, have gained a new fan!

[@baldeagle242]

Thank you. 😁👍

[@arthenry498]

DANG!! That is smart!! That is a VERY good repair!! I need to crawl under the front of my car and do this with that air dam across the front!! Not the season for that yet but you certainly gave me some good ideas!! I gotta burn this in my "warehouse of information" section of my brain. I am sure myself, or someone, will be better off knowing this. That looks pretty darn good and I am sure it is stronger than stock!! Thanks again for sharing this with all of us. I appreciate your work here.

[@baldeagle242]

You're welcome. Thank you for watching. 😁👍

[@mbigatti]

Thank you for taking the time to document this!

[@baldeagle242]

You're welcome. Thanks for watching. 😁👍

[@chodickson]

Bought this tool just because of this video, the exact tool...and it works great. Fixed my John Deere hood nowhere as professional as in this video, but the hood looks good enough for my 20 year old tractor and is strong bond. Very great tips in this video!

[@baldeagle242]

That’s great news. I never dreamed this video would reach as many people as it has. It’s awesome to have so many comments from people like yourself who have successfully used my advise. Thank you for taking the time to leave a comment! 🦅

[@jimmyhughes1314]

Great job! I need a welder like that! I will find one

[@baldeagle242]

@@jimmyhughes1314 There is a link to the welder I used in the video description. Thanks for watching. 🦅🇺🇸

[@callankyree9775]

@Harlan Marcos You are welcome :D

[@ChrisXOutdoors]

Bold prediction... this video (with time) will hit 1M.

[@baldeagle242]

That is a bold prediction since it's currently at 800! LOL I hope you’re right. Feel free to share it. 😁

[@stump-bossBIll]

Haha -- I almost bought a new hood for my LX277 - not NOW!!! Great VIDEO! Not sure there's 1 mil curios JD owners with cracked hoods on lawnmowers, many probably have never opened the hood...haha

[@baldeagle242]

@@stump-bossBIll I wish I could share photos on here. I just restored an old LX277 last summer that looked brand new when I sold it. Those are incredible little tractors. Thanks for watching, and good luck with yours.

[@timziegler9358]

You did a great job explaining and videoing this repair. You did a professional job repairing that hood! Thank you.

[@baldeagle242]

Thank you!

[@Jerhyn7]

Seven words that make algorithms love You.

[@baldeagle242]

+@Jerhyn7 Thank you, I’ve posted another hood repair video that works well if you have a more severely damaged hood. How to Restore A Cracked John Deere Hood Like a Pro! kzbin.info/www/bejne/pGfMg4mimryGoLs

[@kathyhane5338]

Great job with the repair and the video. Thank you also for the tip on securing the hood in a slightly less aggressive manner. I am a long time Deere owner and have always had difficulty opening the hood in these tractor style mowers. I’m a small, 72 year old female, and this tip will help me greatly, not only to open the hood, but also to prevent a crack from forming. Thank you very much!

[@baldeagle242]

You’re welcome. I’m glad you found it useful. 😁👍

[@stevelong9328]

I always enjoy watching others who take pride in their work, great job.

[@baldeagle242]

Thank you, Steve. I appreciate the kind words. 🦅🇺🇸

[@markkeller9378]

Great video. As a long time Deere owner, this is great stuff!! Great job....polishing was amazing!!

[@janisgore8393]

Worked on Lawn and garden for Deere for 15 years...wish I had seen this 16 years ago!! Great job!!

[@baldeagle242]

Thank Janis, I appreciate the kind words and thanks for watching. 😁👍

[@baldeagle242]

+Janis Gore Thanks for watching. 🦅🇺🇸

[@arthurcrosby5755]

Great repair job. I like the “stitches” you put in with the heating tool. Adding the fibre glass too will make it very tough, so it’s unlikely to crack there again. I would say that the repair is stronger than the original material. You made it look nice under the hood by painting - even though it’s out of sight. I like that attention to detail. Although it would not improve the strength, a little resin along the crack on the top side would fill in those little cavities and improve it cosmetically, before a coat of paint and polishing. The polishing made a dramatic improvement to the appearance - well done.

[@baldeagle242]

Thanks for watching and the feedback. 👍

[@ronniebaxter5219]

Well presented video with great camera work. Your casual way of delivering the information is what makes your video a success and easy to follow. You are cut out for this type of service to the public, thank you and please continue making videos.

[@baldeagle242]

Thank you for the kind words, and thanks for watching. 🦅🇺🇸

[@mdrobinsonco]

Your method will work and it will last for the long haul. Roughing the underside and cleaning before is the secret to keeping the epoxy from turning loose. Adding your staples is great! I've been working with fiberglass for 50 years and never had any pop loose when your best practices are followed. Other methods are good, but are IMO a bit overboard for hood repair on a mower. Regardless, thanks to you and others for the excellent information.

[@baldeagle242]

+Mike Robinson Thank you for the feedback, and thanks for watching. 🦅

[@tsdelaney]

Excellent video! Chicanic's video sent me your way. Thanks!

[@baldeagle242]

+@tsdelaney Thank you, Bre is an awesome and talented young lady. I’ve posted another hood repair video that works well if you have a more severely damaged hood. How to Restore A Cracked John Deere Hood Like a Pro! kzbin.info/www/bejne/pGfMg4mimryGoLs

[@hrdman2luv]

Good video. Thanks. I think who ever made those Ram dashes, also made JD hoods. Mine JD hood is in 20 pieces. So I'm going to probably go with an new replacement. They're a little cheaper now. But will definitely use this if the new dash starts to crack. Good idea on turning the latches around.

[@johnb7875]

Very nicely done. My X390 is two years old now and still in great shape but I have been thinking it is just a matter of time before the cheapo hood cracks. Now I won’t panic when it does. I also appreciate the tip on the hood latch. I subscribed and thanks for a great video.

[@baldeagle242]

Thanks for the kind words, and thanks for subscribing. Love the X390 tractors.

[@laurijorgenson6683]

Loved learning about a new tool for repairs. That was cool. Thanks for your efforts at helping others! Appreciate it.

[@baldeagle242]

Thanks for watching. 🦅

[@accdron]

Very helpful - fixed my old JD hood ('94 LX178) using your method and worked great. Thanks for taking the time to put the video together - liked the laid back, no BS approach and no music. Good job!

[@baldeagle242]

Thank you! I'm happy to see this style of editing and straight to the point is working. I get frustrated with other videos when I'm in the middle of a project and need a quick suggestion or answer and have to click through a video to find it. I'm learning as I go but I'm trying to make every video better than the last. Glad it helped and thanks for watching.

[@snewberry8669]

This is exactly what I was looking for. Didn't know about the staples. Your video has just the right amount of info to get the job done right. I will be repairing my hood as soon as the weather breaks. Thanks!

[@baldeagle242]

Awesome, let me know how it turns out. 😁👍

[@rcote1234]

Predicting I will need to do this some day. Thanks!

[@baldeagle242]

Hopefully not. Thanks for watching.

[@kparks1212]

Always amazes me how much there is to learn, and how many great products/ideas available to us, if we just look! Thanks so much for this great video!!

[@baldeagle242]

+Kevin Parks, you're welcome. Thanks for watching. 🦅🇺🇸

[@petercarey6883]

Well, better late than never. I'm still catching up on your previous uploads and this one got my attention, specifically about those plastic hood latches on each side. Luckily through my ten years of ownership I never even tried lifting the hood from the center. I always bear hugged it and spread the hood apart a bit and then lifted it. What PITA that is/was. Only today did I do your nifty little trick about removing the latch on the passenger side and then reversing it and reinstalling it. BRILLIANT! I never get rid of any parts that I've removed but when I try and find them at a later date, I can never find them. At least not when I need to. This" trick" if you will really helps me because I keep my X324 on a permanently mounted battery tender in the engine bay and hooked up in the winter in that I have my snow blower attached to it now, so when I need to go out to start removing the snow, I have to open the hood and disconnect the battery tender from my electric outlet. Now all I need is some snow to get out there quick and start working. Not really, in that I won't mind if we don't get any snow this winter but that will never hapen living here in the Ice Box of NJ. 🤣 Stay safe when mowing or snowing and thanks again for all your tips and tricks. One last thing. I upgraded my headlights to LED's and even they're brighter than the factory bulbs, they just don't seem bright enough. I'm thinking I've got to remove the lens and will have rewatch your video on this subject, but it looks like I'm going to have to be real cautious doing it. I trust I can do it without removing the hood, or should I remove it? Thanks in advance for any helpful hint you can supply me with.

[@baldeagle242]

Thank you very much for the kind words and support. You should be able to get to the headlights without removing the hood.

[@petercarey6883]

@@baldeagle242 Thank you so much for quick reply. Just to be sure, I'm not talking about the headlights themselves, just the one-piece lens cover that I'd like to remove, and I'd like to try and do it while there's still no snow in our forecast. Thanks again.

[@baldeagle242]

@@petercarey6883 It can be done with the hood on the mower. If you have trouble reaching them or just want to get the hood out where you can see them better then you may be better off pulling it off so you can see better.

[@Silverhorn2]

Great video, short and sweet. Thank's for the share.

[@baldeagle242]

Thanks for watching. 🦅🇺🇸

[@gilfish7220]

Great video. Thanks for the detailed instructions on the repair and polish. I never knew that the plastic could be brought back to a like new shine. You got my like and sub!!

[@baldeagle242]

Thanks for the kind words and sub!

[@bluehill1275]

Great video, thank you. I have an old STX38 and I’ve been struggling with hood cracks for quite a while. Most recently, one of my grandkids climbed up on the hood and broke a couple of pieces out. I first watched your video about a month ago and have gathered everything that I need to do your repair. I also replaced the seat with an antique cast iron plow seat painted John Deere yellow. Not quite as comfortable as the padded seat, but it looks really cool. I’ve subscribed to your channel.

[@baldeagle242]

Thanks for watching and good luck with your repair. I have a video posted about repairing these seats as well.

[@donwilliams169]

You're video is a good source of information.I more than not Will have a project to do with that method it was very impressive worth the time no matter how you look at it. THANK YOU MUCH APPRECIATED

[@baldeagle242]

Thank you!

[@danielebrparish4271]

Brilliant idea about repositioning the latch and it's great to know that there's a way to repair those hoods. People who collect broken mowers that have a blown engine or rusted out deck usually will sell the hood for $50 or so.

[@machone7580]

GREAT ADVICE about removing the hood latches! I did just that to preserve the hood on my GX345 several years ago, and it works well. Takes all the stress off the hood when you open it. You don't need 'em for regular mowin anyhow.

[@baldeagle242]

If more people knew that little tip, I believe it would save a lot of hoods. Thanks for watching. 🦅

[@Terry_1111]

You're an excellent teacher and this is an excellent video! Thanks for sharing your knowledge and skills!

[@baldeagle242]

You're welcome. Thanks for watching. 😁👍

[@captainkirk1745]

Chikanic sent me. Like what I see. Subscribed.

[@baldeagle242]

Thank you! Bre is an awesome young lady. Thanks for letting me know. 😁👍

[@donwittbrodt-donsprojects7507]

Thanks for your hints and tips. I didn't know fiberglass resin would stick to polyethylene, long term (unless these hoods are polystyrene). If they are polystyrene, they could be glued. Polystyrene is used in scale models. I went through a nightmare, years ago when I tried to paint a car top carrier. I tried all manner of plastic paint kits and technologies and even tried to corona treat my car top carrier hood. The paint just would NOT stick to the polyethylene no matter what I tried (and I tried many methods). The wax in polyethylene makes it tough but resistant to paint. I'm glad you were able to find a way to reinforce your repairs to these hoods. I have a John Deere GT262 I'm fixing right now. I hope your method works for me. Thanks, Very much!!

[@baldeagle242]

That’s awesome! I just restored a GT 262 earlier this year and made a video on it. John Deere GT262 (GT275) Tractor Restoration - Deck Rebuild, Hood Repair & Drive Belt Replacement kzbin.info/www/bejne/mneqmYCVrclkadE

[@rubinbrown8142]

Great video! Thank you!😊

[@baldeagle242]

+@rubinbrown8142 Thank you, I’ve posted another hood repair video that works well if you have a more severely damaged hood. How to Restore A Cracked John Deere Hood Like a Pro! kzbin.info/www/bejne/pGfMg4mimryGoLs

[@kbklucas1837]

Nice video production. Well balanced between slow show and rapid review. Easy to watch, listen, and learn. You know what you're doing and, after your videos, we do, too! Thank you.

[@baldeagle242]

Thanks for watching. I'm happy to hear so many people are finding value these videos. 👍

[@miketighe9033]

I have never seen that tool. Where can I buy it so I can fix my john deere.

[@baldeagle242]

@@miketighe9033 Here is a link to the tool. Thanks for watching. www.amazon.com/dp/B08DMQTNWP/?tag=eagle0f1-20

[@bucky3181]

Excellent video. Thank you.

[@Okie-Tom]

Very nice demonstration Sir! I need to get on Amazon and get myself a hot stapler! Thanks, Tom

[@baldeagle242]

It works very well for these hoods. Here is a link directly to it. amzn.to/3ZVjWpQ

[@lindaputnam9698]

I like the prevention tip. Will do that on my X370.

[@baldeagle242]

*Hopefully, that tip will help a few people from needing to do this repair. I love the X370 tractors! Thanks for watching. ***

[@detaronrockydoo6957]

Thanks for the info!

[@baldeagle242]

You’re welcome. I posted another hood repair video you can watch here. 👇 kzbin.info/www/bejne/pGfMg4mimryGoLssi=t0orL9D7Io_nD4Vn

[@mannyportelli2114]

Thst was one of the best how to videos. Informative and not to long. Well done I learned heaps. Thank. Manny

[@baldeagle242]

Thanks, Manny, and thanks for watching. 🦅

[@nuclearstarr]

Excellent tutorial! many thanks, I'm buying the works and planning on rehabbing the x534 hood I got too close to the apple tree with lol. Not depressed about the massive investment in a new green plastic hood anymore, either. I wish I had seen this a long time ago. I really appreciate this video, you give very good instructions and don't waste time.

[@baldeagle242]

Thanks for watching! Good luck with your repair. 🦅🇺🇸

[@randywood4782]

I like the repair Thanks good job

[@jackrichards1863]

Great job introducing that tool and how to use it. I saw a repair done by that means one time and was astounded by the way it was done. Seeing the whole kit i action is inspiring ,since the system is so flexible. Portable. My old BMW has that sort of panels . My JD has definitely got a fibreglass bonnet though I'm sure. It's a full size tractor th.

[@baldeagle242]

Thanks for watching. It's been a real asset for me to strengthen the repairs. Hopefully, lots of people can make good use of it. 😁👍

[@waltthon505]

O , by the way ,best fix I've seen on repairing cracks in plastic. Thanks for sharing.

[@baldeagle242]

You’re welcome. Thanks for watching. Hit that subscribe button if you’d like to see more like this in the future.

[@rebeccagray986]

REALLY liked your method of presentation AND you give model #s of the equipment you use.

[@baldeagle242]

Thank you for the kind words and thanks for watching. More to come. 🦅🇺🇸

[@rickbarger5161]

I'm impressed nice fix never heard of one of those staple guns for plastic real cool

[@baldeagle242]

Thanks for watching. They work well on plastic car bumpers too.

[@jrfireboy2]

Just finished fixing mine after following your process. My fiberglass work isn’t as good but I’m happy with it. The ends of the hot staples poked through a bit so I hit them with a dremel after the resin cured. Thanks for sharing!

[@baldeagle242]

It takes a little practice to get it just right. Hopefully it will serve you well for a long time. Thanks for watching. 🦅🇺🇸

[@dantheman4168]

Thanks for the video and your tips. I don't have any experience repairing polycarbonate or similar materials (yet) but now have inspiration to give it a go. God bless you and yours.

[@baldeagle242]

Thank you, Dan. I hope to see you around on future videos. 😁👍

[@jeffsilver4730]

Very informative and helpful with appropriate amount of detail. Well done, thanks.

[@baldeagle242]

Thank you for the comment and thanks for watching. 😁👍

[@blairfright9622]

Great repair! Well explained and to the point! I have two of these hoods to repair think I'll do the same steps. Didn't know what to do with them was going to throw out glad I Didn't!

[@baldeagle242]

Thanks for watching and good luck with your repair. 🦅

[@user-hb8be5wb4q]

Great vlog! Thanks for the “simple” way of fixing that problem we all may cross if we keep our plastic mowers. Guess I’ll subscribe and give a high five.You showed the plastic repair gun and kits. You did great I do appreciate it!and you have the xpensive mower than my elcheapo J.D. A yeller bungee cord works great!

[@baldeagle242]

Thanks for subscribing and thanks for watching. 😁👍

[@boston-strong8887]

Amazing repair video. Thank you.

[@baldeagle242]

Thanks for watching.

[@gradysanner1713]

Thank you! Presented extremely well. My next project!

[@baldeagle242]

Thanks for watching. Let us know how it turns out. 😁👍

[@gradysanner1713]

I bought the tool and worked amazingly well. Definitely have to be careful to not press too long, but got the hang of it quickly. The rub is my hood was in such bad shape. Extremely brittle. It shattered in a couple of places as I was trying to manipulate it. Just used more staples. Looks like crap on the exterior, but will work on that. Open to ideas. I would suggest using a hair dryer to warm the polycarbonate as you are trying to flex it. I think it helped. Should have done it before I started and may not have had so many additional cracks. I then added fiberglass patches to add extra strength. All in all, the hood is usable and beats spending $400 on a new hood for a mower that might be worth $500. This video was invaluable!! Thank you!

[@billkrause4585]

I think you did good friend. Looks great too.

[@baldeagle242]

Thanks Bill. I appreciate the comment.

[@BrianPhillipsRC]

Nice fix! Looks so much better!

[@baldeagle242]

Thanks, Brian. It always amazes me how much of a transformation can be achieved on these hoods. Appreciate you watching. 👍

[@ranthony1944]

Well done, thanks.