This was such a helpful, timely video. I had purchased a used X540 a few years back which was difficult to start. After 5-6 seconds it would likely start but it kept getting worse. It wasn't until you posted this video I felt confident enough to order a new starter and replace it. It was a frustrating experience, but I'm delighted as the tractor now starts perfectly! Thank you!
Thanks for posting that. i was a little intimidated w/ the replacement process before your video. JD now wants $ 765.00 for that starter, ebay $ 65.00, w/ free shipping. Guess where i bought the starter.. thanks again
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Hi! I'm thinking about buying a used JD 540. It has 800 hours of work. In your opinion, is it worth buying a used JD 540? How is the operation of this model? Emergency model? Does it perform rather well? Recommend purchase?
This was such a helpful, timely video. I had purchased a used X540 a few years back which was difficult to start. After 5-6 seconds it would likely start but it kept getting worse. It wasn't until you posted this video I felt confident enough to order a new starter and replace it. It was a frustrating experience, but I'm delighted as the tractor now starts perfectly! Thank you!
Great to hear!
This video worked great for the change on my x585! My starter needed little "gentle persuasion" to loosen from the bracket once the bolts were out.
Thanks. I think I’ll be able to change the starter on my X475 thanks to your video.
Thanks for this! I have an x354 but there's a lot of tips that help.
Thanks for posting that. i was a little intimidated w/ the replacement process before your video. JD now wants $ 765.00 for that starter, ebay $ 65.00, w/ free shipping. Guess where i bought the starter.. thanks again
Hi have you an ebay item number please,im struggling to find one.Thanks.
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Item number: 302844830961
Starter part number?
Hi! I'm thinking about buying a used JD 540. It has 800 hours of work.
In your opinion, is it worth buying a used JD 540? How is the operation of this model? Emergency model? Does it perform rather well? Recommend purchase?
Disconnect your ground cable before working on starter motor.
Lol, that would be extra work! I’m joking.
What engine is in the X540? Inquiring minds want to know.
The X540 has the 25HP liquid cooled Kawasaki.