PeacemakerJack 10,670 #76 Posted September 24, 2015 I'm am amazed at how heavy this tractor is built!!! I am doing a full service maintenance to it and while doing so, I am looking for anything that could be a potential problem now or in the future. I am also recording any wear parts I see that will need replacement in the future. This way I can purchase those parts and have them on hand...Yesterday...This afternoon...For those of you who haven't seen one of the 5xi series "naked". Look at the size of those frame rails. I've restored a 420 JD for a buddy a few years back and the rear frame on it was heavy but not as heavy as this thing! I don't know if Denny is still following this thread, but if he is, I'd like him to explain how they came up with this power steering format! It is a totally different design then I've seen on any other tractor!So far I've:--changed the oil and filter--changed the headlights to LED--changed the tranny oil and filter--degreased/cleaned all the rear end components and linkage--changed the fuel filter--adjusted the foot control to neutral--greased and lubed all critical pointsStill got more to do before I place it into regular service but I'll feel better knowing that all these things are fresh and ready to go! 4 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JERSEYHAWG / Glenn 4,487 #77 Posted September 24, 2015 Jack, a tip. On the power steering line there is a small metal screen. On my 522 when I did the fluids I was tipped. Somewhere I posted pics of the gunk that was on that screen. Not sure 100 percent if it applies to yours. But am guessing it does. I believe john, shallowatersailor gave me the heads up. Point being all the hydraulics run through there, less gunk, better flow. Its pretty simple to get done. Check it if you can. Your going this far, job well done. Heavy beast arent they, and yes sir, the frame is BIG. When John sees this he will sound off. Hope I am not leading you off track on this with your machine.Glenn 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
PeacemakerJack 10,670 #78 Posted September 24, 2015 Glenn,thanks for the tip! I'll be sure to do that and to post some pics here of the process for future members to study over.Jack 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
shallowwatersailor 3,213 #79 Posted September 24, 2015 Jack, thanks for the photo stripped down. There are only two hidden wear items that I am aware of. One is the the tie rods. I had a conversation with Steve (wh500special) one time about breaking and the replacements are a bit larger. My 2000 520xi has these. The other item is the Pin-Pivot (94-2205-03) cracking the weld. Unfortunately there is no easy way to check this with out taking the front axle off.Make sure that you check out the electrical items (I'm not aware of any issues though) behind the dash as it is pretty cramped in there due to the radiator. The Kohler versions are a lot more accessible. The fuse block cover that Glenn Pettit sells fits very nicely over the fuses for a bit more protection. The 5xi doesn't seem to have the same corrosion issue as the 520-H as it is mounted vertically. 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JERSEYHAWG / Glenn 4,487 #80 Posted September 25, 2015 Jack. Here are a couple puctures I found when I got into that power steering piece with the screen. Note the crud. Also I think challanger another xi owner tipped me also. Its worth it to clean. Will be interesting as to what you find.glenn 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
PeacemakerJack 10,670 #81 Posted September 29, 2015 Had a crazy busy weekend helping a buddy get his CubCadet 782 put back together but I'm finally getting back on my D! Thanks for the heads up on the screen...pretty nasty. Maybe never cleaned???Now it's clean! I also decided to change the fuel filter too having no clue how long that has been.Next up--see if I can figure out why the fuel gauge needle jumps all over the place?!? Do you guys have any recommendation on a spray lube that I can use on the linkage parts for the speed control system? I know that I need to grease the zerks and I have done that. I'm hesitant to use an oil product because it will attract dirt and everything else airborne. I'm also concerned about leaving those contact points completely "dry" though... 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
WNYPCRepair 1,875 #82 Posted September 29, 2015 graphite? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
PeacemakerJack 10,670 #83 Posted November 3, 2015 I ended up using a Teflon dry lube on all the linkage that didn't already have zerks. It works really well right now. We will see how it holds up over time...Have you ever had a time on one of your tractors, whether new or old, where something didn't seem right and you feared the worst? Maybe it is a noise, a strange vibration, or something isn't operating like it should. So, you dive neck deep into trouble shooting only to find out it is something simple! That is such a relief because it makes up for the times when there is a major parts breakage! Such is is the case with my D! Ever since I bought it, it made a distinct pinging sound at idle. The more I heard it, the more worried I became that it was something major. It was very metallic sounding and came from the flywheel side of the motor. I finally took it to a mechanic friend of mine. He listened to it for about 30 seconds and said that it sounded like something loose externally. I went home pulled off the covers and began to study every nut, bolt, and connection from the PTO back. I didn't get too far before I noticed that the heact bracket which holds the muffler to front of the engine via a frame tab was missing both bolts! The bracket moved very little but enough at idle and just above to create tha very annoying "pinging" sound! Two bolts and it is gone and I'm happy. 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
PeacemakerJack 10,670 #84 Posted November 30, 2015 Unfortunately winter is here! We haven't seen our first measurable snow fall in eastern central WI but it will be soon I'm sure. Last Saturday my dad and friend came over and helped me set the D up for snow removal duties... what a heavy duty beast! I'm looking forward to seeing how this will handle snow. Now for the question--what kinds of cabs are available for the xi tractors? Did anyone make a complete hard cab for these models? 3 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JERSEYHAWG / Glenn 4,487 #85 Posted November 30, 2015 Jack, I bet it beats your expectations re handing of snow. Will be anxious to hear your thoughts. Re hard cabs. I personally am not aware of any. Lets see what others say. As I understand the vinyl / plastic one can be had with some searching. I was turned on to a number of an old dealer that could get one a few months back. It was about a grand shipped. I myself could not part with that coin for plastic. This year, you can follow my posts as I regret that mistake once again. But damit, I can get a whole tractor for a g note. Lol Glenn 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
WHX?? 46,766 #86 Posted December 1, 2015 You could try Original Tractor Cab Jack http://www.originalcab.com/ Get ready for a little sticker shock tho Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Snowmobileaddict 403 #87 Posted December 1, 2015 Someone built hard cabs for the 5xi machines in Europe. This photo is from a German Implement dealer 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JERSEYHAWG / Glenn 4,487 #88 Posted December 1, 2015 1 hour ago, Snowmobileaddict said: Someone built hard cabs for the 5xi machines in Europe. This photo is from a German Implement dealer Now there is something I could go for. Very cool indeed. Thats a cab. Glenn Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JERSEYHAWG / Glenn 4,487 #89 Posted December 1, 2015 I took that picture from a cab found by john, shallowatersailor. Man o man, we have to find that bad A$$ cab. Is that sweet or what? I think John found it by googling in Europe. That cab is the cats meow. Glenn 4 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JERSEYHAWG / Glenn 4,487 #90 Posted December 1, 2015 (edited) I have been on google, I cant find anything on that German companys cab. I hope one of you guys has an idea. Why cant something like that be built here. Glenn Edited December 1, 2015 by JERSEYHAWG / Glenn Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Challenger 27 #91 Posted December 1, 2015 Hello, PM sent. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
shallowwatersailor 3,213 #92 Posted December 1, 2015 Success on finding the manufacturer of the nice cab! There isn't a listing for the 5xi but it could be that the 5xi is not current. Here is the cab on a Kubota GR. See, Jack? I wonder what shipping would be? http://www.agrital.com/index.htm 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
PeacemakerJack 10,670 #93 Posted December 2, 2015 4 hours ago, shallowwatersailor said: Success on finding the manufacturer of the nice cab! There isn't a listing for the 5xi but it could be that the 5xi is not current. Here is the cab on a Kubota GR. See, Jack? I wonder what shipping would be? http://www.agrital.com/index.htm This has been some really informative stuff! The cab on that 5xi above is exactly what I was thinking of or visualizing. However, this cab here holds some interesting possibilities. I wonder how much work it would take to fab it to an xi? I wonder if one of the green machines like a 425 or an x series would be close enough to fab a cab from them...just thinking out loud. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Snowmobileaddict 403 #94 Posted December 3, 2015 I always thought a JD 425-455 hard cab wouldn't be too much trouble to make fit a 5xi. At least they look to be about the same shape. No idea on dimensions though Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Dennys502 244 #95 Posted December 3, 2015 Yes Jack I get notices and check occasionally. The power steering configuration is similar to what is used on the commercial line such as greensmowers. Easier to stay with something proven. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
PeacemakerJack 10,670 #96 Posted December 5, 2015 On 12/3/2015, 9:00:16, Snowmobileaddict said: I always thought a JD 425-455 hard cab wouldn't be too much trouble to make fit a 5xi. At least they look to be about the same shape. No idea on dimensions though Man, if I could find a used green cab like that for a good price, I'll try to make it work. It sure looks like it would work!!! What do you fabricators think? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
