Recent content by frankr

I posted a similar problem a while back where my RX75 stopped moving except in 7th speed. At that time there was a lot of smoke and screeching and took it to the local JD shop and paid a fortune (more than the mower is worth) to fix it. Seems there were a number of wear and tear issues. They...

The mower deck on my old RX75 is not level front to back. That is, it's lower on front than it is on the back. Can anyone tell me how to level the mower deck front to back?

RX75 has been running fine. This morning, I start to mow the yard. After about 15 mins, I stop and put it in neutral w/ engine running. Go to put it in gear and it won't move. Rock it back and forth, shift to Reverse, pump the brake and clutch, engage and disengage the mower deck, and...

Since we purchased our new home in April, I've been counting the days till I can buy a JD X300 to mow the 3.5 acres we're on. But I bought a used little GX75 for tight spaces and turned out it needs about $300 worth of work(another story). Couldn't find anyone to work on it because it seems you...

Anyone ever compare the capabilities of an x700 against the 1-Series sub-compact? Not that I can afford either of these, but my dream machine would be a 1026R. But then I started looking at the X700 and it look like it can do pretty much the same stuff. Would be nice to have something that...

Just bought a home with 3.5 acres and want a JD riding mower. Actually, I'd love a JD 1-Series sub-compact tractor, but the wife says "no". I was looking at the D160. I want something that can do about 2.5 acres. The ground is solid and not sandy. And, I want some versatility like pulling...