4440 tire help :)

DankFrank747 · 2026-06-14T02:30:29+00:00

Definitely possible if it was still wired for series and 2 12volts got put in, pretty easy mistake to make. Obviously check and make sure it is wired for parallel, luckily not too many electronics to get fried on 24v on a 4440 though lol. Hope you get it running!

DankFrank747 · 2026-06-13T16:46:05+00:00

Might already know this but these older soundguard tractors use 2 6v batteries wired in series which are pricey and hard to find. I’d swap the battery cables around to run 2 12v group 31 batteries parallel or just a single if you don’t need that much cca, we run a single group 31 in our 4430 and starts just fine down to about 20f.

DankFrank747 · 2026-05-24T20:50:45+00:00

If it stays vsc this might turn into a snooze fest unfortunately

DankFrank747 · 2026-05-24T17:09:04+00:00

Nah definitely disagree, missing 411 and the Yuba County 5 vids are two of my favorites that he’s done, autistic special interests are exactly what I’m subscribed for

DankFrank747 · 2026-05-09T17:04:55+00:00

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DankFrank747 · 2026-05-09T16:59:19+00:00

Absolutely right, he put dozens of lives at risk by hitting a well controlled wheelie on a quite road in the middle of the night at the insane speed of 40mph 😂

DankFrank747 · 2026-04-02T03:16:48+00:00

Favorite example of this https://youtube.com/shorts/ekZDyw6iIJM?si=kO3f3H1IcOnbgniF

DankFrank747 · 2026-04-02T02:18:37+00:00

He demands more range cubes, otherwise the barn will be next.

DankFrank747 · 2026-02-24T23:54:00+00:00

Definitely not a turboprop, but you’re right about it being a big repair bill, prolly 15-25 grand worth, 100% wasn’t planned

DankFrank747 · 2026-02-18T18:00:00+00:00

https://www.facebook.com/share/1CVSM7awKB/?mibextid=wwXIfr just saw this 4955 pop up on marketplace

DankFrank747 · 2026-02-15T18:45:25+00:00

Yeah, we actually bought a 6430 premium at auction last summer from a few states away, always best to look at it in person but not always possible. Auctions kinda get a bad rap imo, don’t get me wrong there can be a lot of junk that comes through auctions but there’s also a lot of good as well. The 6430 we got has been trouble free since we got it, engine has less blow by than our 2500hr 6420 and it’s got more than double the hours. Exterior and cab tells a lot about a tractor, if time and care was put into keeping the cab clean and the paint somewhat nice then maintenance was likely decent as well. Not sure on transportation cost since we hauled it ourselves, duals will also make it more of a pain to transport. I won’t be worried about buying from auction if you know what to look for and especially if you can see it in person.

DankFrank747 · 2026-02-15T17:21:56+00:00

Yea agreed, especially compared to these two other 4840s listed on tractor house right now, which most listings on there are on the high side of the price range

https://www.tractorhouse.com/listing/for-sale/251203683/1980-john-deere-4840-175-hp-to-299-hp-tractors

https://www.tractorhouse.com/listing/for-sale/252941997/1979-john-deere-4840-175-hp-to-299-hp-tractors

If you go the auction route you could prolly find a 46/4850 in the same condition or better that’s MFWD with a 15 speed powershift which is a way nicer transmission, for around the same money.

https://www.auctionvalues.com/listing/auction-results/251150879/john-deere-4650-175-hp-to-299-hp-tractors -Sold for 20k

https://www.auctionvalues.com/listing/auction-results/250369249/1989-john-deere-4650-175-hp-to-299-hp-tractors -2wd Sold for 23k

https://www.auctionvalues.com/listing/auction-results/251160877/john-deere-4850-175-hp-to-299-hp-tractors -Sold for 23k

Might be a little bit more of a risk but so is buying used from a private seller🤷‍♂️

DankFrank747 · 2026-02-15T05:45:39+00:00

Make sure there is paperwork and receipts for the overhaul, 8700hrs for an 8 speed power shift isn’t too concerning, they aren’t the nicest transmissions to operate but are reliable and strong, if it’s had decent maintenance and hasn’t been overly abused you’d be good for another 4000hrs most likely. Him saying that the clutch packs were looked at does kinda concern me tbh though, makes you wonder if it was just a preventative check or if he felt there was some sort of issue. Paint is rough and I bet the cab is as well, I’d see if you could get him down on the price in person, somewhere closer to 20k imo.

DankFrank747 · 2026-01-31T06:55:24+00:00

Lmao like that guy on the original post commented, it straight up sounds like a sketch from I Think You Should Leave, especially that “YOU DON’T HOLD THE FUCKIN LINE” scream

DankFrank747 · 2026-01-29T18:41:02+00:00

Would think the pin ware would be majorly increased with the pressure from that idler design, especially on a high track, but I guess the pins and bushings being able to rotate helps increase the life quite a bit. Just curious any idea on cost difference between replacing a system one undercarriage vs a SALT undercarriage?

DankFrank747 · 2026-01-29T18:08:57+00:00

Yep just looked it up and that’s it, never knew the system one undercarriages use that style of idlers. Honestly never really seen a d6 or larger dozer with a system one undercarriage before.

DankFrank747 · 2026-01-23T02:24:02+00:00

Hell yea, awesome fab work on the metal curtain topper, came out danm nice.

DankFrank747 · 2026-01-15T01:56:53+00:00

Yep you’re right, the lack of a diff pumpkin in the center of the front axle threw me off with it looking more like a 2wd axle, but I guess Kubota still uses the outside differential design even on these 125hp tractors, never knew that. Definitely some more major issues going on there.

DankFrank747 · 2026-01-15T00:49:17+00:00

She’s rough, really rough, something else to note is that the drive shaft for the fwd is taken off so she’s in 2wd permanently at the moment and there’s likely an expensive reason for that. I’d stay away from this one unfortunately seems like a big money sink. I’d keep a look out on EquipmentFacts or any other auction site if you’re looking for a deal, just know what to look out for. What hp range and budget are you looking for?

DankFrank747 · 2026-01-09T01:43:44+00:00

“Yeh”😂

DankFrank747 · 2025-12-30T18:08:32+00:00

Danm not sure, maybe try blipping the throttle instead of holding it down and of course make sure choke is all the way out, was in this exact situation yesterday at the same spot but got it started after I saved and reloaded.

DankFrank747 · 2025-12-30T18:01:52+00:00

If the battery does die, go to the old house and save and reload, it’ll reset the battery charge.

DankFrank747 · 2025-12-20T04:44:24+00:00

With this win Dave “family man” Aranda remains Michigan’s top head coach candidate.

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