John Deere 318 vs 420: Where are the Attachment Differences

[@kennolte5801]

Just found this video. I have two 420s in my garage. Probably one of the best garden tractors ever built in my opinion. Thanks for explaining the differences so well.

[@ymat5306]

I will purchase one of your 420’s if you would be willing to part with one of them. To a good property owner and would take great care of it.

[@MichaelTJD60]

Another great comparison video. Thanks for taking the time to make these kinds of in-depth videos for us.

[@jamesstan4678]

Hi, Jim from Colorado springs Colorado I own an old first gen under 25000 series number for John Deere 400 and I update from a 19.5 horse to a 23 horse Kohler twin I love it

[@marshallevans9457]

Thank you for all of the great videos. I really appreciate anything 318 related.

[@homers6523]

this is very helpful, I've been looking for a rear tiller and other attachments for my 430 , not much luck in the year I've been watching, had no idea 3series rear parts fit! I've seen lots of them beign parted out . now I will find something to fit. can't afford new. thank you

[@brianr1812]

I really like this series.

[@ccroson7935]

I want you to know your videos are so amazing every video I watch you are truly a privilege individual to own so many different types of tractors. I currently own a John Deere 300 garden tractor. This is a family heirloom tractor. I restored it to absolutely brand new rebuilt the motor, and all the panels are repaired and painted with automotive paint I also own a John Deere 425. I’m not very happy with it with a video that you put up about the 60 inch decks on the 425 and I have the same problem that you have but I know if you choke it then you don’t have a problem, my tractor is John Deere 455 but I just can’t afford one because they’re so expensive. Any idea on how to get a good deal on a diesel John Deere maybe even a John Deere 430

[@ConnorNelson]

Thanks for the shout out.

[@tommyb1959x]

Something tells me you're the guy to answer my question. I hope you can help. I have a 318 with wheel weights. I adjusted the wheel weight bolt to stick out the side and put two nuts on it with a gap between them to attach a rope Clevis. I put the back of the tractor on a Jack and put one brake on so that the wheel would spin pulling a rope saw with me on the other end. What damage am I doing to the differential if any.??

[@tommyb1959x]

If someone else could answer this question with a high degree of certainty it would be appreciated

[@robertduncan2742]

What attachments are available for 420 8 just got one repower Honda. It needs attention but I got it to use. Any rear numbers for the rear attachments on the 420. I enjoy you films and learning a lot. I cant find anything on Honda gx670 throttle governor settings since mines messed up from the guy I got it from.

[@dakotak8437]

Why is there 3 holes on the hitch part for and how much you did you pay for rear PTO and 3point for 400 series. And on the left steering cylinder where the pivot point that attached to the tractor does that have play on the cylinder case it's self. Mines a 430 diesel

[@justinmulder1994]

Just picked up a dump mcs for my 318. Can't figure out what I need to attatch and make work? Do I need a rear pto? Thanks

[@adanvaldcontreras4283]

Could you do a 400 and a 420.. video .. Great videos.

[@hunter7476]

I’m looking at buying a 420 can I use attachments from the x series and are attachments rare or possible to fined

[@michelboisvert5684]

hi, i would like to buy a john deere 318 or 420 do you know where i could find one, thanks

[@mmrbeef]

Best place to start is Facebook.

[@vmaster4406]

Hi just wanted to no how good are the tires on the 318 with hills and grip?

[@xpskidoo5151]

Love these videos...I always loved tractor just bought a jd 300 and 420 super excited to fix them up...can you post a video on a carb clean on a 420 ?

[@mmrbeef]

I think I did one a few years ago. I think it is somewhere in this thread on Mytractorforum.com. www.mytractorforum.com/215-john-deere-faq-stickies-section/390234-mr-beefs-318-dissassembly-videos.html

[@bkaldrich]

Where did you get your parts from? You mentioned a name of a company but could not make it out.

[@gregorylaughlin1470]

Is that a quick attach in the background? Does it work on the 420?

[@mmrbeef]

Yes, in the background is a quick hitch for a 300 series. There is also a quick attach for the 400 series. The 400 series hitches are harder to find compared to the 300 series.

[@mikekoscielniak2215]

I understand this gets more complicated but would you choose a 425 over a 318..

[@mmrbeef]

It depends on your goals. If you want to have a multifunctional machine that has a lower input cost then the 318 is the way to go. If you want a good mower that is easier to use I would go with the 425. The machines themselves are not far apart in cost $1,500-2,500 in most areas depending on condition, hours, etc. The attachments are the expensive part for the 425. A 49 single stage blower for a 318 should run less than $500 most of the time meanwhile a single stage 46 blower for the 425 will easily set you back $1,000-1,400 most days of the week if not more and a two stage 47 blower will set you back $2,000 or more based on the recent market. Cost wise I think I would settle on a 318 and if I wanted to step up to the 4-5 series I would look into a 445 or 455. The cost of the attachments is driven by demand, quick hitch attachments for the 4-5 series fit every garden tractor John Deere has produced since 1992 (4-5, X4-5, X5-5, and all the X700's) plus the blowers, blades, and brooms also fit the 1 series and many of the 2 series SCUT tractors out there.

[@mikekoscielniak2215]

@@mmrbeef thanks so much for the information and perspective We recently purchased a 318 and we’re able to get quite a few attachments with it but it has a few undisclosed problems with the engine. A 425 with blower is very close to home and for sale but is at that 1000 hr mark but that nylon cam gear has not been replaced so that seems like it could be a looming problem

[@mikekoscielniak2215]

I’d really like to get a tiller for the 4-5 tractor., we have one for the 318

[@shanemeyer161]

Is it possible to make a 318 rear end have diff lock and high low by getting the necessary parts and putting them in

[@mmrbeef]

Yes you can convert rear ends. However, it is easier to find a 420/430 rear transaxle and install it in the 300 series than it is to swap components.

[@luciendube1729]

Can you do a 420 vs 322 video please I’m torn as to which to buy I want a video of like what would be right for me

[@mmrbeef]

If I get a chance to do one I certainly will. The 322 is still in pieces waiting for me to find time to finish repairing the brakes.

[@robertduncan2742]

I have a blade with hydrostatic that measures 13 3/4 in both top n bottom. Any suggest6what its for

[@josiahgarrett2296]

Can you make a video on the 420 wiring? Specifically the ignition

[@mmrbeef]

Sorry I no longer have a 420. Is there a particular question I could attempt to answer?

[@oneweathers]

Can you give me the link for the attachments? Please!!

[@drewleconte845]

Would you have a motor for a John Deere 300

[@dakotak8437]

What was the site to get the rear pto and 3point lift for 400 ser

[@mmrbeef]

Are you wondering about what website?

[@dakotak8437]

@@mmrbeef the site where you ordered the rear pto and 3pint lift farms

[@ronsbeerreviewstools4361]

Good John Deere video.

[@ConnorNelson]

I literally just saw this.

[@thatsharshman.8544]

Yea, I could really use a blade mount for a 420. Got a blade, no mount

[@dillon8082]

who's here from Connor Nelsons channel?