fireman 1,022 #1 Posted July 11, 2015 Figured i would start a new thread on this tractor. I gave it a bath the other day and today I figured I would just give it a quick coat of wax to see how it looks before I degrease everything underneath "not that there's a lot under there". I bought this tractor with the intention of cleaning it up and selling it but I am really beginning to like it. At 400 hours it's like a new machine. Really not sure what I will do with it. Storage space is always at a premium so we'll see what happens. I knew it needed a new PTO switch so I ordered an OEM Toro one. The front hood decal has some big scrapes in it and the left side 315-8 sticker is missing half of it so I am going to order new ones. The cup holder has a couple of cracks so I will order a new replacement for that also. The left footrest is just starting to bubble at the edge which I assume is from water sitting under the plastic. New OEM footrests are still available from Toro for $65. Otherwise that's all it needs besides a nice buff job and some detailing. The 48" deck is still in the back of my truck. Going to pull that out and clean the underside then wash and wax it. 7 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Sparky-(Admin) 23,147 #2 Posted July 11, 2015 Beautiful tractor Jeff! So how the heck do ya get tire sheen between all the treads ??Mike....... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
squonk 43,807 #3 Posted July 11, 2015 Squirt bottle! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Racinbob 11,927 #5 Posted July 11, 2015 It doesn't surprise me that it's growing on you. My 2005 Classic GT did the same thing and it's identical to yours. Being an old dog my heart is still with the round hoods up to and including the B/C series. I also love the Kohler K's but I can't find fault in the Command...yet. I did do some mods to make it more like I want them but I don't remember a tractor that I didn't do that to. One thing I see on yours that I have to get is that decal on the motor. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
muz123 1,192 #6 Posted July 11, 2015 Looks like a brand new tractor! I have a 2007 315-8 with 163 hours. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
fireman 1,022 #7 Posted July 11, 2015 Beautiful tractor Jeff! So how the heck do ya get tire sheen between all the treads ??Mike....... That's easy! Just spray it in there. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
MikesRJ 558 #8 Posted July 12, 2015 Very nice, Jeff-fa-fa. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Forest Road 594 #9 Posted July 12, 2015 You drove all the way down here and didn't stop in for a drink? The door is always open. Especially when you're horsing around within a mile of my home. Good luck with that one. Watch the neutral sensing magnet on the gear shifter. They're prone to popping off. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
fireman 1,022 #10 Posted July 12, 2015 It was 10:00pm when I got there. Plus I had to be at work by 7:00am the next morning. Next time!!! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JimmyZ 176 #11 Posted July 12, 2015 It's a keeper. Put it to work. That's what I'm doing with mine with 109 hours on the clock. Looks Great! 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
fireman 1,022 #12 Posted July 12, 2015 I already have my "Green" worker! If I do keep it, it probably wouldn't see much use. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
AMC RULES 37,196 #13 Posted July 12, 2015 So, sell that green thing...for profit instead. 3 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
fireman 1,022 #14 Posted July 12, 2015 So, sell that green thing...for profit instead. No way! I understand the whole brand loyalty thing but sometimes you have to take the blinders off. I'll bring my JD 318 over to SteveBo's meet & greet and let anyone who wants to try it. I would say it compares to the 520 & 522XI. The big advantage is the real live hydraulics. I've driven a ton of garden tractors of all types and brands and as far I'm concerned the 318 is the overall best. Even used beat up 318s with like 1500 hours are still selling for over $1500 all day long. Ones in the condition and low hours like mine are commanding like $2800! 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
AMC RULES 37,196 #15 Posted July 12, 2015 http://www.greentractortalk.com/forums/content/ Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
fireman 1,022 #16 Posted July 12, 2015 I'm already a member there along with:http://weekendfreedommachines.comWhich is probably the best JD forum out there. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Theroundhousernr 590 #17 Posted July 12, 2015 (edited) So, sell that green thing...for profit instead. No way! I understand the whole brand loyalty thing but sometimes you have to take the blinders off. I'll bring my JD 318 over to SteveBo's meet & greet and let anyone who wants to try it. I would say it compares to the 520 & 522XI. The big advantage is the real live hydraulics. I've driven a ton of garden tractors of all types and brands and as far I'm concerned the 318 is the overall best. Even used beat up 318s with like 1500 hours are still selling for over $1500 all day long. Ones in the condition and low hours like mine are commanding like $2800! Just had a 318 at the shop. Frame support for rear axle was cracked off on both sides. Only one bolt holding the transaxle in anymore. Can't believe it didn't let go. Would have been bad! Tractor never had anything on it other then a mowing deck and a tiny 38" at that for cutting around cemetery plots. I have to say for such a heavy machine, it has a very poor axle mount. Needless to say is that mount wont be breaking anymore! My number one biggest gripe with john deere , is how much of a pain they are to work on. Everything is hidden under some kind of shield. Drop the deck, belly pan just to grease the driveshaft. The power steering is nice I guess. Give me the simplicity of a wheel horse any day of the week. Also , half the reason they cost so much is the mind over matter of the green paint phenomenon. Don't mind the 316 stickers. It had a hood swap... Edited July 12, 2015 by Theroundhousernr 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
stevebo-(Moderator) 8,532 #18 Posted July 13, 2015 So, sell that green thing...for profit instead. No way! I understand the whole brand loyalty thing but sometimes you have to take the blinders off. I'll bring my JD 318 over to SteveBo's meet & greet and let anyone who wants to try it. I would say it compares to the 520 & 522XI. The big advantage is the real live hydraulics. I've driven a ton of garden tractors of all types and brands and as far I'm concerned the 318 is the overall best. Even used beat up 318s with like 1500 hours are still selling for over $1500 all day long. Ones in the condition and low hours like mine are commanding like $2800! No green junk at my meet and greet.... lol 3 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
AMC RULES 37,196 #19 Posted July 13, 2015 With blinders removed, I say... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
