TOP 10 WORST NIGHTMARES FOR NEW TRACTOR OWNERS!

[@belindakt]

Oh, I am so sorry Rosie is hurting, it just rips your heart out when a pet is in pain & they can't tell you where it hurts. We as humans can learn so much from our pets, they really want little more than our love & a scratch behind the ear & they're happy. We're sending prayers your way, hoping for a good outcome....... And once again, great video!

[@GoodWorksTractors]

Yeah, Rosie is a tough little doggy, but she's in rough shape right now. Hoping she pulls through.

[@paulg5093]

Thanks for sharing your knowledge ,wisdom and expertise in your videos ! They have answered all of the questions I was curious about , I am going to hopefully buy a used tractor and was looking for solid advice . God bless Rosie ,your caring will bring her through. I lost my Boarder collie/aussie sheppard best friend of 15 years. It's almost been 3 years miss her to this day. Thank you keep the faith.

[@darrindunn8707]

Rosie will be in our prayers. She's a beautiful pup. Get well little girl.

[@MrMarkCrisler]

So sorry Rosie isn’t feeling well. Glad the current treatment is helping. Thinking about her. Thank you again for creating such informative videos. You really make a big impact on many new (like me) and, I’m sure, existing compact tractor owners.

[@GoodWorksTractors]

Thank you Mark, glad to hear you find them helpful!

[@jesseamaya4413]

JD lawn and garden employee Here. Short story. Servicing a Z920 mower yesterday. Finished putting starter in it and it didn't want to move. I had forgotten to re engage the drive valves.

[@chrisj.3507]

So glad Rosie is doing better! Will definitely keep her in my prayers. Thanks for the information, it may definitely save me in the future. Already had a couple of those things happen and thankfully figured them out. It’s not always the case with me unfortunately.

[@woodystube1000]

Love your videos! Thank you for all you do! I just bought my first tractor and your videos are immensely helpful. It's a 5055E and not a compact, but the concepts are all the same. Take care of Rosie!. Dogs are the only true example of unconditional love in this world, and they deserve the very best we can give them.

[@GoodWorksTractors]

Good morning, glad to hear you enjoy them! I feel bad for Rosie, she's a really good pup. We're doing everything we can for her.

[@alittleofthisandalittleofthat]

As I watching this I was thinking how you have all your tractors under cover. My 5 year old 1025r has never stayed outside a night. The last few years I have been looking at JD dealers in my area and I was horrified to look at some of the hydraulic cylinders on some of the tractors on their lots! Surface rust, if fact one place had a backhoe sitting for over a year and the cylinders were ruined. I thought where they couldn’t put each tractor under cover at least spray the exposed cylinder shaft with WD40. Or something to help keep the water from pitting and rust forming. Do you know of something to use? One sales guy when I mentioned it said, “ oh a little rub with something will remove that “ me thinking yea and down the road the seals leaking from this... no thanks. So hats off to you putting your machines under cover. 👍

[@GoodWorksTractors]

I appreciate it Laurie! Honestly, never crossed my mind to apply something as I do try to keep them indoors.

[@davidhaney7024]

Prayers for Rosie we love our fur puppies

[@warped2875]

@Courtney, What you are calling the independent mower deck lift operated with the SVC lever, JD calls the "hydraulic lift" option. "Independent lift" on the JD's is an electric over hydraulic system, with a rocker switch on the dash pedestal, that engages a one way hydraulic cylinder to lift the mid mower deck which then lowers down onto the deck height assembly once the switch is released.

[@GoodWorksTractors]

Thanks for the clarification!

[@blackhawkinternationalsecu6962]

Dog lovers here. We will definitely will remember Rosie. Its a shame, she's still a young pup. Thanks for the info.

[@josephsierra7295]

Thanks for the good info as always. Hope Rosie has a speedy recovery! She is part of the landscape in your videos and is in our thoughts and prayers!

[@GoodWorksTractors]

Thank you sir!

[@rickbarclay7892]

From one dog lover to another: Get Well, Rosie! God Bless. Enjoy your videos.

[@mikep4233]

The quick couplers can be an alarming problem. A few weeks ago I lost most of my dump function on my loader. Of course I was just livid thinking I had a friend with my control valve. After scouring the internet someone suggested it could be a bad coupler(simple fix). It turned out that was all it was. Even thought it was a couple of hours work it was not nearly a big deal.

[@teresa4578]

Pets are family!! It’s tough. Sorry to hear. But my biggest thing is taking off the loader when it’s 70 degrees out and the when I need it it’s 90 degrees out and the hydraulics on the loader have built up pressure. Almost impossible to hook up. Does someone make a tool to release pressure on the QD. Bang the ball of the QD on the tractor sprays all over the place. If not I will have to dream up a tool 😂. If I build one I will take a picture and send it to you. Also what’s the price on a new style (quick connect) backhoe for a 3520 with cab. Thanks!!

[@randalmiddleton8068]

Very good review information even for us ole guys/gals... sorry bout Rosie's condition, our doggie has a heart condition so we feel your pain.

[@rickmoulton4005]

Another excellent video. Hope Rosie continues to get better

[@GoodWorksTractors]

Thank you Rick!

[@randystank416]

Poor Rosie! We had the same issue with our last golden doodle where he lost all control of his hind legs. It was resolved after prescribed Carprofen (nsaid) for inflammation along with Gabapentin for pain.

[@johnsoper54]

Some possible good news for Rosie. Our pooch started showing signs of hip & joint pain to the point she wouldn't jump nor climb stairs. Turns out there's an over the counter med you can purchase. I have purchased it under the names; Happy Hips and Hip & Joint. The dosage depends on your dogs weight. This coupled with the Hip & Joint chews might really put the pep back in her step. Blessings

[@TelescopeJunky]

Can't tell you how many times I start the tractor, warm it up, then push the forward hydro pedal and nothing. Doh I forgot I am in neutral! 😂 That brief second though I think the worst and fear my hydro is dead. 🙂 Prayers for Rosie! 🙏

[@GoodWorksTractors]

Haha, I do that myself!

[@Baktoo]

I am still learning things about my Mahindra tractor, but your videos helped in explaining a lot of things i did not understand. Every tractor company should have a mandatory course of a couple hours to teach people the ins and outs especially when removing the front end loader or adding implements on front and back of the tractor. Also the things you can do when getting stuck in field mud by using the front end loader to pull or push you back that would also include getting stuck in snow. Maybe there are already courses available, but if not you would be the perfect person to start one.

[@johnadair8492]

Thanks for the link to the mirrors. I've been wanting a rear view mirror for some time now.

[@GoodWorksTractors]

Glad to help!

[@jonmac3569]

We just lost our dog to ITP, very similar issue. Watch her muscle loss on the steroids. It is a tough balance between suppressing the immune system but reducing the steroids when you can so that they do not deteriorate too much. Unfortunately for ours we could not reduce the steroids enough to allow him to get better. The one time we tried to reduce aggressively he had a relapse and platelets dropped excessively. She will be in our prayers. Enjoy the videos!

[@GPOutdoors]

Morning Courtney. Hoping Rosy gets better. That's gotta be a tough one for her. Cheers!

[@GoodWorksTractors]

Morning GP, good to hear from you. Yeah, she's had a rough time of it for awhile now.

[@GPOutdoors]

Wish her and all of your family the best, Courtney. Never easy. Take care!

[@willhurd8415]

My kubota b2710 has same type of problem we have have to take the whole hydrostatic transmission apart under seat some thing came apart inside

[@ddddevyn]

If you have a clutch not a pull switch for the pto, let the clutch out very slowly with pressure on the lever and it can slip right in!

[@ryanbakinowski1050]

My worse nightmare driving our 3038E and the lever that controls the hydrostatic drive broke in fully open in forward. So it wouldn’t stop got it in neutral and hard on the brakes before I went into a tree.

[@tractorboy31]

Tractor is at church. Been starting hard. Went to start her thurs and no crank period. Starter went out. Cant pull start since sickle mower and loader down. Plus how to unload at home without starter

[@GoodWorksTractors]

Yep, that's beyond a simple fix.

[@tractorboy31]

Only 30 minutes off. Around 30 minutes on plus 1:30 drive to get it. Sunday i can install it after church. One bolt i broke loose and had to reach a finger from each hand over top the starter. I might just pull the flywheel off to make easier install. 2 clamping bolts and a sheetmetal nut and flywheel slides off

[@randystank416]

Do you carry a rear sprayer for tractors for herbicide? If so, how is it attached and powered?

[@johnyounker8601]

Is there any chance you could post a detailed step by step video on attaching and removing a front end loader for a 3039R John Deere? Since I only perform this task once a year I sometimes have trouble. Since I have a full cab making a mistake especially when attaching is NOT an option.

[@GoodWorksTractors]

Howdy, I will do a dedicated video at some point, but it it somewhat covered in this video too. kzbin.info/www/bejne/raXZg5uei8adr5Y

[@PaulChristenson]

Reinstalling your MANUALLY installed midpoint mower for your old 855 in the spring...and trying to remember where all the lift parts go...:)...and then finally having to push the PTO shaft up to the connection under the tractor...:)

[@GoodWorksTractors]

Sounds like fun to me! :)

[@JeepinMaxx]

Sad to hear about Rosie! Glad to hear she's doing better with the steroids

[@whatchath385]

Hope Rosie continues to get better!

[@GoodWorksTractors]

Thank you David!

[@joeehenger6156]

Rosie is in my prayers. I love dogs.

[@GoodWorksTractors]

Thank you Joe, she definitely needs them.

[@nickg2366]

A small drip in my Kubota would drive me nuts! I would have to address it😂🤣

[@KPVFarmer]

Any secret tricks to hooking an Ag heavy duty post hole digger to make it easier do it without a helping hand?

[@SummertymeJamz]

Happy Saturday! Long time, glad you are doing well.

[@GoodWorksTractors]

Thanks man, hope you're enjoying summertime!

[@SummertymeJamz]

@@GoodWorksTractors yeah - best to my abilities. Have you ever used or played with core aerator or dethatcher for series 2 tractors

[@markschmaus5580]

Hey Strangers... lol

[@SummertymeJamz]

@@markschmaus5580 hey hey! Hope you are doing well too. We need (3 of us) to get together one day for coffee or something.

[@markschmaus5580]

@@SummertymeJamz I agree !! That sounds fun ! Im the one WITHOUT a tractor ☹

[@ClearCreekCabinMiniFarm]

Great stuff as always Courtney....

[@GoodWorksTractors]

Thanks Triple C!

[@treylem3]

Great vid as always. I have a JD2305 and my MID pto won't engage. I hear the engine or hydraulic flow sound change slightly, but it won't turn. I have a yellow pull knob on the dash. It hasnt been used in 4 yrs, I just bought the tractor 343 hrs. I don't have a manual and dint know where the solenoid is to tap. When tractor is off, and mid pto engaged, I can turn it by hand freely. Any suggestions? Thank you

[@GoodWorksTractors]

Can't recall, but does a light turn on on the dash when the PTO is engaged? It would let you know if it's receiving the signal.

[@stevek4449]

Nightmare 1. In the field the check engine light comes on and after opening the hood to check and see the engine is still there, you close the hood and yell at the tractor “It’s STILL THERE!! What’s wrong with you?!?” And then it dies. #2 as the check engine light comes on you catch yourself singing your favorite song in Sunday School “This little light of mine, I’m gonna let it shine!!!”

[@Sundance56]

Bush-hogging tall hay-grass and nasty dandelions yesterday; after about an hour bush-hog pto just shut down and wouldn't engage again. dash display covered in dust so I didn't see temp gauge was so hot. Red hot engine light was blinking. I quickly got the machine back to my barn. I haven't checked it yet this morning but hoping like everything the pto just shut down automatically because the engine was so hot. Anyone ever have a situation like that? Best wishes going out to you and your family's Rosie.

[@GoodWorksTractors]

Howdy, did it start up after cooling down? Thanks for watching!

[@Sundance56]

@@GoodWorksTractors Yes sure did. Blew away all the accumulated dust around the grill and alls well, thanks!

[@vaughanspencer3832]

I had that problem with my 1025. Found out there is a removable screen in front of the radiator. Pop the hood and clean that off when temperature starts creeping up.

[@timtaylor7106]

Thank you so much for the very informative honest vids,would my 54 quick hitch blower from my x720 fit a 2025r

[@GoodWorksTractors]

Howdy, possibly just the blower, but even the short shaft on it won't work.

[@funai280z]

Soooo...Hit it with a hammer, or give it some gas? 🤣 Got it! Sorry to hear about your pup, hope she gets better! Good info as always.

[@GoodWorksTractors]

Haha, bang, bang! Thank you sir!

[@timberck8500]

The 1st tractor with tree on it. What type of insurance do you recommend?

[@MrCatsailor]

Prayers up for Rosie......

[@pop55163]

I would like to buy the sun canopy did you showed on one of your videos how do I buy it

[@ralphlayman6840]

I have weak wrists because of arthritis. If JD had EZ disconnect hydraulic hoses I would buy a 1025r tomorrow. Waiting.... do not want a Kubota.

[@GoodWorksTractors]

Howdy, single point hydraulic connection is now an available option so you should be all set.

[@dandelionacresoh9064]

I did not see the 2025r belly mower on your website how much do want for that ?

[@GoodWorksTractors]

Howdy, $1,900 plus tax OBO, thanks!

[@thelogfather5002]

Poor Rosie! She was pretty active looking for whatever was living under a brush hog! She’s been sick since then? Praying for sure... 1 Thessalonians 5:17

[@GoodWorksTractors]

Yeah, it wasn't long after that. Kind of happened overnight.

[@ashlandgunclub1000]

#1 is finding out the dealer you thought was great has really crappy parts & service support.

[@court2379]

While the advice is generally good, with the backhoe, can't you just use the stabilizer arms to match the angle of the tractor, making even/level ground unimportant?

[@GoodWorksTractors]

Sure that'll help, however a flat surface makes everything easier. It would be odd to disconnect a backhoe on an uneven surface.

[@resb5878]

Why doesn’t someone make a universal frame that would accommodate both ski steer and JD?

[@stubbshomestead1316]

Quick question for you, What would be the best all around grease for a tractor?

[@gregsharp8601]

Your owner's manual lists approved greases. My JD 4052M uses SD Polyurea #TY6341. I'm in central Texas. Hot summers, mild winters. Pick a grease optimized for your geographic location.

[@4PAWDAD]

Thinking of Rosie, if you have not reached out to Karen she would be a good resource for her/your pup.

[@GoodWorksTractors]

Howdy, yes sir, we did speak with her. Rosie had a really hard to diagnose condition with IMPA. Many similar symptoms to Lymes which had a clear diagnosis, but she just wasn't responding to those medications. The steroids are used for IMPA and she's been significantly improving since we started those recently. Thanks for watching!

[@GoodWorksTractors]

Howdy, yes sir, we did speak with her. Rosie had a really hard to diagnose condition with IMPA. Many similar symptoms to Lymes which had a clear diagnosis, but she just wasn't responding to those medications. The steroids are used for IMPA and she's been significantly improving since we started those recently. Thanks for watching!

[@brianbarclay4316]

It’s tough when man’s best friend isn’t feeling well. Hope she continues to get better.

[@GoodWorksTractors]

Thanks Brian!

[@shawnmontgomery1088]

All fer sale?.........😂🤣😂🤣😂🤣😂🤣......🤔........🙋‍♂️.........change your mind about keeping that 5E series...........I'm still in the market fer a 5065e. And I know I saw it back there in the corner.......

[@GoodWorksTractors]

Haha, no, no, no. Not selling the 5065e...for now at least! :)

[@Formulabruce]

Worst Nightmare #1 has GOT to be a Hole in a FILLED rear tire... just sayin'.... I had a 4005 and filled with Calcium..Turf tire. ( Pillow dial) and what a mess.

[@BillyP55]

Gain some weight, like this old man, and you won't have a problem engaging that seat safety switch. lol

[@GoodWorksTractors]

🤣 I'm trying not to do that!

[@tractorboy31]

I hate seat switches. My nieghbor friend has a kubota with 3pt backhoe thats pto pump ran. Have to tape the switch since pto on without person on seat it shuts off

[@stevek4449]

Cuz he isn’t a doctor I would say eat 2 triple bacon cheeseburgers and call “Tractor “ Tim (TTWT) in the morning 👍

[@Gen_X_Jimmy]

Update on Rosie

[@GoodWorksTractors]

She's got a torn cruciate ligament which needs surgery to fix. Happens in a couple of weeks.

[@scurrytom]

@@GoodWorksTractors Keep us posted! Hope she recovers well!!!

[@williamingle1684]

Question: Are the auto mower decks ( 54d and 60d) interchangable?

[@GoodWorksTractors]

Typically within the same series, but there have been some updates through the years so linkage doesn't always match up.

[@tractorboy31]

With enough duct tape and a big enough hammer anything will fit

[@dallasfinch1100]

So sorry to learn that Rosie has not been well. We’ll be praying hard for her full recovery!

[@GoodWorksTractors]

Thank you! She seems to be on the mend for now!

[@jameshussey7265]

Hope Rosie is doing good! I will be praying for her. I have a issue with my 1023e tractor. Every once in a while the pedal gets stuck in reverse. And sometimes the pedals get stiff. I took it to John Deere and of course they couldn’t get it to do it. Has anyone heard of this happening? Any help would be appreciated! Thanks

[@GoodWorksTractors]

Strange issue, I haven't heard of that one before. Thanks for following along!

[@vernongraham9668]

The mower deck isn't leveled corrected.

[@Alma2525]

Buying a John Deere would be the first one ... horrible

[@chainsawsandmore5480]

Read The F'ing Manual (the general old saying)

[@GoodWorksTractors]

Manual?

[@chainsawsandmore5480]

@@GoodWorksTractors yeah sorry, just a general saying about knowing every machine one owns that can prevent tons of mishaps and problems with operating the machine\s.. it works for me too Ppl mostly ditch the owne's\operator's manual as they unbox or unwrap the new purchase and that's just the actual waste of time in the longer run. You know that, no news there. Read it once or twice and you will tackle problems with ease if you will actually run into any since you have read about all the knobs, levers and procedures..

[@JeffBowe]

The manual for my 1723E is not that helpful on some items. It did not at all mention the slip coupler on the mid mower, nor removing the front two pins. Both videos online only show the person undoing the rear pins, almost as if you leave the front two pins attached to the front bracket rod. Nope. Once I undid front pins, front bracket was much easier to move. It also didn't mention that you can't take the deck of work the FEL all the way down, the front bracket rod hits the FEL. Hint for new owners like me... WD 40 those pins.

[@dhxnxnddjdfjdndn9439]

These aren’t tractors though

[@jackstutts2325]

How 😂

[@richardbyus9183]

Hi Courtney, are calling the 3point control a ( Rockshaft )