Fun to watch. We’re moving to N Wisconsin this year. 700’ driveway. From the looks of this video (appreciate the cam angles) the 1025 w/cab and blower look like just what we’ll need! Thank you for taking the time to film & post!
Thanks for watching! You can't go wrong with a 1025/w cab. A cab makes a world of difference. I would suggest the 54" over the 47" blower for that long of driveway.
Got 10” of snow earlier this week in ND. Watching all your videos really helped me in deciding what I wanted when I pulled the trigger and purchased a X739 with cab, heat. etc. I ultimately went with the 47” snowblower since I do a couple residential driveways and it’s the perfect width for sidewalks. Even with having my own JD, I still enjoy watching your videos when I’m not driving mine!
zoso264green I just returned a x330 with a 44” blower and am thinking of getting a bigger one. The x330 was a 2019 but very underpowered for doing sidewalks for some clients. Am torn Between a 700 series or 1025r.
Thanks for watching Dave! I was starting to think winter would bypass us this year until this storm. It was GREAT to get out and blow snow again. Same temps and winds here that last few days.
Thanks for watching and your comment! Yes I'm fortunate that my driveway is fairly flat and that the scraper bar is able to clean right down to the asphalt.
I have a X590 with the same size blower you have. I agree 100% about how enjoyable it is watching the snow fly. I do my driveway then head to my neighbors to do theirs.
Great set up! I should know I have the same only I have a 47” blower. I can’t wait for some snow this year. I had so much fun last year that I took on 10 driveways.
Thanks for watching and your comment! These X700 series are just awesome machines for their size and I envy you that you have the opportunity to clear 10 driveways. Sounds like you are going to have a blast!
Thanks for watching. There is something about the "drum and hum" of the snow being whirled out of the chute and seeing that veil of snow flying through the air toward the ground, that is just so soothing. Definitely therapy!
The most therapeutic thing for me watching all the snow fly out of the chute is remembering 40 years ago when I was watching all that snow fly off the end of a shovel. I have an X390 with a 47" blower.
I have a JD1023 diesel, similar setup with cab and heater defroster. Got to relax a couple of times this month. This last storm 2 days ago was about the same in NH great light snow for blowing.
Thanks for watching. I'm glad that other people feel the same about blowing snow (relaxing) as I do. It's sort of down time for me. Great the you got some seat time.
Nice job. I had a guy blow snow at me when I drove by in a grader so from that point on I took the whole street and put it in his driveway eventually he quit blowing his snow on the street
This was a handy video. I’ve got a 758 but never knew how well the blowers ran. Being in VA, none of the Deere dealers here know anything about snow removal. I’ve got a big Schulte that I run on my Fendt 722 but it’s so big you can’t go everywhere. Your setup looks perfect for what your doing. Awesome video!
Thanks for watching and your comment! I previously had a larger subcompact tractor that I used to clean driveways but this machine does it in basically half the time because it is so nimble and maneuverable. It's absolutely a joy to blow/plow/scrape snow now with this machine.
I picked up a used JD GT245 (low hours) with a 42" blower that has a nice cab. It keeps the wind-driven snow out of my face while doing my 150' driveway in Central New York (lake-effect snow belt). This old guy is learning why the next one needs to have a hydraulic lift. It's a huge improvement over the 30" Cub Cadet 930 SWE walk-behind with a snow cab, though.
"Snow Therapy" I like that, but that's exactly what it is. For me, when I'm bush hogging, plowing, blowing, mowing... just about any mindless task, it allows me to sorta "meditate" while doing it. That's why I like the videos.
Thanks for watching. It's hard to beat this setup , X700 series tractor with heated cab and front mounted snowblower. Just make snow blowing that much more fun!
Got about 4” of snow this week, so I pulled out my X748 snowblower, which is a little more plain Jane than yours. Plus if you want to reverse without your PTO turning off, pull up on your PTO switch and reverse. I have a puppy, so I blew him a path to play on in my fenced in backyard. To get in, I open my left and right gates, pushing them in to open them. From there, I mount the tractor again, shut the door, pull into the play area, fire up the PTO, increase my RPMs, and buckle down.
Thanks for watching! When I do a lot of forward and reverse activity on my tractor I find that it a bit of a pain to constantly pull up on the PTO switch to keep the PTO running. I found a simple little "tool" that alleviates that task. Please see this video on how I use this simple little tool:--> th-cam.com/video/3_MT0GsA3B0/w-d-xo.html No alterations to the tractor whatsoever. I too blew a path for our dog when we has a lot snow.
FYI, when you start at the street angle the chute a little more forward to get the snow in your yard. Some city Mone when you put snow back on street . ( Town of Yorktown Ny. Did that to me one winter
@@kevinsell9113 THANKS and thanks for watching. I have never used chains on my tractor. The AWD of the X748 makes a world of difference and provides lots of traction. Also note that I have a hard cab on my tractor too which adds weight/traction.
Thanks for posting this! I'm considering moving from a Kubota GR-2120 to the X758 because the JD tractor seems a bit beefier and better built for heavy use (however the Kubota's snow blower is built like a tank!). However, I haven't seen the JD snowblower in person - are you happy with the build quality and performance of your whole unit? Also, how do you adjust the angle of the chute? I thought it was either a manual adjustment with a tension knob or an additional push-pull cable that would raise and lower it. Yours is hydraulic?? Any other advice? Thanks!
Thanks for watching and your query. I am very happy with the build quality of my 54 blower. The chute is angled left and right via hydraulics and the deflector I control with a linear actuator. I did modify the blower to increase the left/right rotation angle. See this video of mine for more info: --> th-cam.com/video/tE819PnpUjE/w-d-xo.html
Thanks - that video was very helpful. The linear actuator would be an absolute necessity because I have a couple tight areas where I really need to fine-tune where the snow goes (and my Kubota has electric chute control for the spout angle). Can you share any more videos or photos or information about how you wired in the actuator and where you located the plug and switch and such? Thanks so much!!! @@X748SE
If you get a NEW X758, there is an area on the left side of the steering wheel that has 2 removal-able switch blanks/covers. You can remove one of the blanks and install a Momentary DPDT rocker switch to control the linear actuator. Wiring for this type of switch and linear actuator can be found on the web by searching for it. Install an inline fuse with proper current rating from the battery or alternator to the switch. I picked up a weatherproof 12 volt power adapter and plug off eBay. You may source to it locally. I made a simple bracket and mounted the 12V adapter just in front of the SCV. That way it gets connected at the same time as I connect the hydraulic lines for the snowblower. I leave my hard cab on all the time so I made a custom overhead panel for it. That is where i have my switch for my linear actuator. You can have a glimpse of the overhead panel somewhere in this video :--> th-cam.com/video/E8Lq_VbIyeU/w-d-xo.html
I got the wiper today the bottom part was a little to long towards the handle I had to trim it and drill 2 small holes for the clips took longer to do then I thought if I would have left it longer I would not be able to go as far to each side but i got it all done now I just need it to snow.
Thanks for the update. Ya, I find too that things always take longer than you originally thought but in the end things always seem to work out. I'm glad that your wiper is finally in and hope that it works the way you intended.
That’s the problem about buying a blower, it could take years before you get a good storm to really test it out. I’ve owned several HLA snow wings which I really like. Then we got a huge storm a few years back so I bought a rather expensive Shulte RDX117 and have yet to use it. It just sits in my building taking up space. I’ve used it a couple times but I need a good 20-30” storm to really see what it can do.
Thanks for watching. I seem to be able to use my blower between 10 to 20 times a season. Most of the time it is just to clear of 2" to 3" of the white stuff.
My blower is much larger, it’s 10’ wide and 2 stage. With the shoes I can’t get 2” and it’s not worth the hassle in 3” either. My shop has a radiant floor and when the blower comes in it dumps a huge mess of water. I end up using my snow wing if I even bother to plow. Our snow doesn’t stick around, it’s usually melted within a day or two. Only during polar vortex and deep freezes does it stay. I live for the 10”+ storms especially dry powder snow cause my blower will shoot it up 100’. It’s pretty cool, but we get storms like that every 3-5 years which I then debate keeping the blower or trading it in on something else.
Btw I really enjoyed your video. I love watching videos on how capable the compacts are. I don’t know much about these tractors, my smallest tractor is a Fendt 516. I also have a few Fendt 700 series and a 800 series which are not good for blowing snow not unless it’s a really big storm like they get in Europe. I take the loader off my 516 and mount the blower on front lifting arms and PTO. It’s a nice setup but still to big a tractor for most driveways. It’s just not as versatile as your tractor for these jobs! Your little blower is pretty productive and I’m impressed how much snow it moves. Thanks for sharing!
Appreciate the videos...great camera work also. I have the same tractor and would love to know where you found the front weight bracket...would like to add one to my machine. Let me know.
Thanks for watching Ben and your query. As for the weight bracket, I designed it and fabricated it. You can find more details about it with how I made it can be found here: --> th-cam.com/video/6crT8dAljcw/w-d-xo.html
Thanks for watching! The 54" blower still has the original plastic impeller. Since I live on a gravel road where rocks and stones are deposited on my driveway by the snow plow I decided to stay with the plastic impeller. I believe it has "saved" the blower housing a few times due to its ability to flex a bit. I really don't think it does too bad of a job and it throws the snow as far as it want it.
Thanks for watching and your query! A couple of things that I do to help reduce snow buildup and icing around the chute. I spray with a product call "Snow Jet" which is a polymer coating and it helps keeps the snow from sticking and I carry a snow brush/ice chipper in the cab and brush off the snow build up every now and again. When the wind is blowing a bit, it is practically impossible to keep snow from eventually building up.
Thanks for watching! Absolutely I have the cab heater otherwise the windows would frost up pretty quick from your warm breath when it really cold outside.
After a recent move I’m considering and an X700 series tractor or a sub compact 1025R or Kubota BX series. With the price of the X700’s and 1025R being so close, how did you decide what tractor was right for you? Seems like you get much more with the sub compact as far as capabilities ?
Thanks for watching and your comment. What it really comes down to is what you will use your tractor more for. If you don't require need for a loader and it main use of the tractor will be lawn duties like mowing, aerating, fertilizing etc. and snow blowing in the winter then I would tend to lean toward the X700 series tractor. If you need a loader to do some heavier work then a 1025R may suit your needs better.
Thanks for watching and your query. I do keep the cab on all summer. I just take the doors off. The big disadvantage is the you have to be on constant look out for tree limbs. I've pretty much have my yard set up that I don't have to worry about that now. Another disadvantage is that it is a bit nosier in the cab as compared to having no cab on. The advantages that I find is the I don't have to do the arduous chore of removing, storing and reinstalling it each year and that I find that it is actually cooler in summer as the sun is not beating down on you. Plus I find that the intake for the radiator provides a cooling effect on your legs as it sucks air in through the door area. Hope that this helps in your decision.
Does the wiper work good? i got a x739 with a soft cab i did a lot of changes to it I had to cut 6.5 off height then I put a safety glass window in the front also put a mr heater inside to keep it warm I ordered a manual wiper that I will attach to the bottom i will have enough room to open hood was a lot of work but its Dec 21 and no snow yet here in Northern Illinois.
Thanks for watching from Northern Illinois! Yes my wiper works GREAT! Looks like you are well on your way to keep warm this winter clearing snow. I hope we get a ton of it!
Thanks for watching and your query. I custom made the front weight bracket. You can see a video of it with explanation of the design and measurements to make one. The video of it can be found here: --> th-cam.com/video/6crT8dAljcw/w-d-xo.html
Thanks for watching. I've did a few modifications to the hydraulics and added a 3 spool SCV, and 2 x 6 way selector valves. This video give an overview of what I've done to my tractors: --> th-cam.com/video/14aVgXsjj04/w-d-xo.html
Thanks for watching and your query. The chute deflector mod using a linear actuator is something that I did (many have) and it works very well. I've had zero issues with it. Have a look a this video ( th-cam.com/video/tE819PnpUjE/w-d-xo.html ) to see a closer look at the mods that I've done to my blower.
Thanks X748SE, I’m close to pulling the trigger on a new X739 or X758, leaning towards the X758 for the diesel engine. Checking TH-cam for all sorts of great ideas and you did another mod that I liked, the 17P dump trailer 👍🏻, except I don’t have those welding skills ☹️, do you how much it cost you in material? Thanks again.
@@OrangeismyNewGreen You can't go wrong with a diesel, sips fuel as compared the the gas equivalent! As for the cost of materials for the 17P conversion i can't really say as it has gone through 7 updates/changes since I first decided to make if a dumper. First started off with a HD linear actuator but it wasn't strong enough and finally switched to a hydraulic cylinder. The hydraulics are the big ticket items and the wheels are next. If I had to do it over again a would have make one from scratch because the sloped back of the 17 causes all sort of problems, make it a bit wider and longer because my bucket on the loader seems to dump material over the ends on it and put bearing type hubs and wheels on it.
Thanks for watching! The speed that I blow at is determined by type/density (wet/dry) and depth of snow and I usually can tell if I'm in the right ball park for speed by the sound of the engine/snowblower and how much snow spills out the side of the blower. I'm from the Guelph area.
Nice tractor. I got the exact same one. But only have the 62" deck attachment. Looking to get a 54" snow blower. What is the serial number for the blower? I want to see if I can get a used one. Thanks
When one notices the blower is leaving a curl/wind row on the lee side, it means that the hopper is receiving snow too fast. Simply slow down and the curl will stop.
Thanks for watching. I run my tractor at Wide Open Throttle (WOT) when I'm using the blower. Note: The snow in the video was perfect for blowing - light and crystalline so the tractor was able to blow it further than normal.
I just purchased a X739 with 54" mower, 54 " guick hitch snowblower and soft snow cab. The main issue I have is for some reason I have gone through a few shear bolts on one side and never on the other side. Any idea why?
Thanks for watching and your query. Tough one! The only thing that I can think of is that maybe the hole for the shear bolt is worn or too big and it may make the auger wobble a bit during operation and thus causing wear, eventual weakening and then failure of the shear bolt.
Are you using the same sheer pins on each side? Or are your replacements on the one side different from other side??? if you just went and bought regular bolts those are most likely incorrect as lots of sheer pins are grade 8 or better. my 3039r takes grade 10.9 metric sheer pins. I believe all jd products actaully take metric grade 8 or better sheer pins/bolts. maybe worth calling dealer over.
Thanks for watching! Yes it is an aftermarket piece but its a 12V linear actuator rather than a hydraulic cylinder. You can see this mod and another if want by looking at this video :--> th-cam.com/video/tE819PnpUjE/w-d-xo.html They have worked flawlessly from the day one.
Thanks for watching and your query. Yes it is a Canyon but a 2017 model with the Duramax diesel in it. I really like the truck as it is big enough for my needs and gets great fuel mileage plus it tows my boat and hauls my tandem utility trailer with ease.
On the news last night the weather girl said it's winter and that she was expecting 7-8" tonight. I thought given her mediocre looks that she was being pretty optimistic.
Thanks for watching. I figure that the impeller was spinning about 700 RPM. (2000 RPM front PTO into a 14 to 40 tooth sprocket reduction on the blower) The snow was just perfect for blowing I might add.
Do you find yourself wishing that you got a 1025 or is this sufficient for your use? Trying to decide if I should go with a 1 series but I am thinking based on the videos I am watching I should be good with a 7 series
Thanks for watching. At no time have I ever wish that I had an 1025. The X748 is the perfect tractor for my needs. The big dividing line between to two would be if you need ground engaging and/or 3PH attachments (loader, tiller) or not. If you mostly mow grass and blow snow then the X700 is probably the better choice. They are very nimble machines.
@@X748SE thank you for the reply sir, I am not envisioning any need for 3 point attachments so it sounds like the 7 series will be more than enough for the applications I will be using(mowing, snow removal)
No chains on the wheels ? nice. lots of extra weight just looked up the cost, wow between $5000-$7000 for used, I wonder how much you paid? I just found one for $8200 with snow blower and cab
Thanks for watching. With hydraulic AWD and the extra weight of the cab you definitely don't require chains. I get lots of traction and have never gotten this thing stuck in snow or mud. Ya I paid a pretty penny back in 2012 when I bought it, and all the attachments, but it was the exactly the tractor combo that I was looking and it suits my needs to a tee.
I am in the process of purchasing a x730, I am picking up the 60" mower but can't decide between a 47" or a 54" blower. I have a 10k driveway, would you say a 47" is more then enough or should I go for the 54"?
Thanks for watching and your query! Well here's my opinion. I would think that the type and amount of snow you get most often would dictate which blower size would be the better for your needs. If you get light and fluffy snow and less that 8" most often then I would go for 54" model. If you get quite a few dumpings of snow over 8" at time and also get wet snow now and again then I would lean toward the 47" model. Super heavy wet snow will clog the blowers most of the time. That's when I get the blade out. Hope this helps and CONGRATS on your new X730!
go with 47"... that way your safe in heavy wet snow and you get to have fun longer cause you will blow snow less with every swipe due to narrower width. Best of both worlds.
@@X748SE Hi, Ive watched most of your videos and appreciate what you share. Im looking for similar advice, looking for 47 vs 54" I have x749, dont know which blower to choose, i see you run the 54, looks like yours handles it fine. Do you know if any other differences other than just housing width? I see some people adding reinforcing plates on sides of their 47's, is the 54 built overall heavier and sturdier, thicker metal etc? I expect my x749 with the diesel should power either choice fine. Hope to some day build up my rig as nice as yours! Thanks.
@@benherstad Thanks for watching and your query. The 54" blower does has thicker/sturdier metal on the sides of the blower when compared to the 47" one. That's one of the reason I went with the 54" one. Another reason is that with a 54" blower it is easier to back up after the first run with the blower in deeper snow as the blower creates a path wider than the tractor. The 47" blower is basically the same width as the tractor and your have to backup in the exact same path or else you are dragging or knocking snow into the area you just blew. Your X749 will have no problems using a 54" blower.
Thanks for watching. If you are referring to the hard cab, I bought at the same time as my tractor from John Deere. A used one is hard to come by these days but they do come up for sale once in a while.
Of all the Snowblower’s I have personally owned the last was a 3720 factor cab owned for two months was by far the absolute worst made snowblower first of all what’s with the prehistoric cable setup for chute rotation after a bit doesn’t function correctly when snow penetrates the cover- the quick hitch is sloppy others use a hydraulic orbital motor for chute rotation gear driven I have never had an issue for the past 20 years with this setup but thought I would try green 2 months it was history purchased a new Holland with the CVT transmission has a much larger and quieter cab snowblower is in my opinion heavier built “no prehistoric cables” no green for me
Thanks for watching. Whew! I bet you are glad that you got that off your chest! I love my X748 and the 54" blower works just fine for my size of tractor.
Thanks for watching.What .... you don't like snow? Here up North there is nothing like a fresh blanket of fluffy white snow and we sort of live for it.
Fun to watch. We’re moving to N Wisconsin this year. 700’ driveway. From the looks of this video (appreciate the cam angles) the 1025 w/cab and blower look like just what we’ll need! Thank you for taking the time to film & post!
Thanks for watching! You can't go wrong with a 1025/w cab. A cab makes a world of difference. I would suggest the 54" over the 47" blower for that long of driveway.
Thanks for the video. Nice to see these little tractors working
Thanks for watching and its quite amazing what these little tractors can do.
That’s beautiful. Thanks for sharing.
Thanks for watching and your comment!
Got 10” of snow earlier this week in ND. Watching all your videos really helped me in deciding what I wanted when I pulled the trigger and purchased a X739 with cab, heat. etc. I ultimately went with the 47” snowblower since I do a couple residential driveways and it’s the perfect width for sidewalks. Even with having my own JD, I still enjoy watching your videos when I’m not driving mine!
zoso264green I just returned a x330 with a 44” blower and am thinking of getting a bigger one. The x330 was a 2019 but very underpowered for doing sidewalks for some clients. Am torn Between a 700 series or 1025r.
The blinky lights on the cab are what draws me to this whole setup.
Thanks for watching. Nothing like a little bling and safety at the same time.
Beautiful machine ! Thanks for sharing !
Thanks and THANKS for watching!
Nice seeing you out playing again! We got about 8" on Monday, then high winds every day since, about -12° here this morning!
Thanks for watching Dave! I was starting to think winter would bypass us this year until this storm. It was GREAT to get out and blow snow again. Same temps and winds here that last few days.
Wow, that thing is awesome. It looks like it gets right down to the pavement nicely. I need something just like that to do my long hilly driveway.
Thanks for watching and your comment! Yes I'm fortunate that my driveway is fairly flat and that the scraper bar is able to clean right down to the asphalt.
That thing is awesome.
Thanks for watching.I'm glad that somebody else besides myself thinks that these X700s are awesome!
now that's how u snowthrow makes me want to get one that's a nice set up
Thanks for watching! Once you get one of these you will wish for snow every day!
Awesome setup!
Thanks for watching and your comment!
Love it, nice camera work too :)
Thanks for watching and your comment!
I have a X590 with the same size blower you have. I agree 100% about how enjoyable it is watching the snow fly. I do my driveway then head to my neighbors to do theirs.
Thanks for watching and your comment!
Great video as always! Glad to see you get some seat time! If you every want some more seat time you are welcome to come play with the 4066R!
Thanks for watching! Yeah it felt going to see and "feel:" the snow fly. I may take you up on the offer for some seat time on 4066R!
Great set up! I should know I have the same only I have a 47” blower. I can’t wait for some snow this year. I had so much fun last year that I took on 10 driveways.
Thanks for watching and your comment! These X700 series are just awesome machines for their size and I envy you that you have the opportunity to clear 10 driveways. Sounds like you are going to have a blast!
The best therapy there is. Forget about “things” for a bit and watch the snow fly.
Thanks for watching. There is something about the "drum and hum" of the snow being whirled out of the chute and seeing that veil of snow flying through the air toward the ground, that is just so soothing. Definitely therapy!
The most therapeutic thing for me watching all the snow fly out of the chute is remembering 40 years ago when I was watching all that snow fly off the end of a shovel. I have an X390 with a 47" blower.
Thanks for watching! I also remember watching the snow fly off the end of a shovel 40 years ago. Now it takes minutes instead of hours!
Definitely does a great job! 🚜❄❄❄
Thanks for watching and I think that this setup is ideal for my needs. Love using this machine and attachments.
NICE!! Like the X748. I have the X720 with a 47 blower. These are great machines! Like your custom front suitcase weight setup.
Thanks for watching Mach One. The front bracket comes in handy in deeper snow as it puts more weight on the front axle.
I've plowed dirt, mowed, chipped wood, moved gravel (blade and loader) and pushed snow with my X748, but never got to blow snow. Looks like fun !
Thanks for watching. Blowing snow is a lot of fun and therapeutic at the same time. I love it!
I have a JD1023 diesel, similar setup with cab and heater defroster. Got to relax a couple of times this month. This last storm 2 days ago was about the same in NH great light snow for blowing.
Thanks for watching. I'm glad that other people feel the same about blowing snow (relaxing) as I do. It's sort of down time for me. Great the you got some seat time.
Nice job. I had a guy blow snow at me when I drove by in a grader so from that point on I took the whole street and put it in his driveway eventually he quit blowing his snow on the street
Thanks for watching and your comment.The nerve of that guy. I'm glad that you plowed him in!
Deere Power in Action . Snow blower on the front good idea , cab even better , inside controls priceless.
Thanks for watching and your comment!
We live in Cincinnati and I have loved when it snows since I was a kid (71yrs now.) We have a JD X350 with a Plow, wish we had more snow.
Thanks for watching! I'm with you, I wish for more snow too. Not much this year thus far. Only and inch or two every now and again.
What a great machine....JEALOUS!
Thanks for your comment and watching! I definitely do love my setup. It took a few years of saving my pennies to get it though.
This was a handy video. I’ve got a 758 but never knew how well the blowers ran. Being in VA, none of the Deere dealers here know anything about snow removal. I’ve got a big Schulte that I run on my Fendt 722 but it’s so big you can’t go everywhere. Your setup looks perfect for what your doing. Awesome video!
Thanks for watching and your comment! I previously had a larger subcompact tractor that I used to clean driveways but this machine does it in basically half the time because it is so nimble and maneuverable. It's absolutely a joy to blow/plow/scrape snow now with this machine.
Good equipment makes the job easier, good job.
Thanks for watching and definitely agree with you. This machine is just incredible for what it can do for it's size.
Great video....
Thanks for watching and I'm glad that you liked it!
I have a X748 with a plow, it's a snow beast!!! Glad it has the cab, keeps me warm & dry!!! Wouldn't get rid of it!
Thanks for watching. These X700 with a cabs are a GREAT combination and it makes snow removal much more enjoyable, that's for sure!
I picked up a used JD GT245 (low hours) with a 42" blower that has a nice cab. It keeps the wind-driven snow out of my face while doing my 150' driveway in Central New York (lake-effect snow belt). This old guy is learning why the next one needs to have a hydraulic lift. It's a huge improvement over the 30" Cub Cadet 930 SWE walk-behind with a snow cab, though.
"Snow Therapy" I like that, but that's exactly what it is. For me, when I'm bush hogging, plowing, blowing, mowing... just about any mindless task, it allows me to sorta "meditate" while doing it. That's why I like the videos.
Thanks for watching. I totally agree with you about the soothing comforts of being on a tractor.
This is a good one....Thanks
THANKS and thanks for watching!
I know someone who’s got the same setup now but with a 738! Pretty neat.
Thanks for watching. It's hard to beat this setup , X700 series tractor with heated cab and front mounted snowblower. Just make snow blowing that much more fun!
nice little rig!
Thanks for watching and your comment! This machine and setup is perfect for my needs.
Sweet rig! Love the flashing lights and that cab. Bet it was toasty warm. Nice multi camera setup too. Well done!
Thanks for watching and your comment!
Good show
THANKS and thanks for watching!
Yep, snowblowing is thoroughly the funnest thing I can do with my 455. I've always wondered if a 54" blower would fit..
Thanks for watching! I think that a 455 probably could handle a 54" blower as my X748 only has a couple more HP than yours.
Very fun to watch
Thanks for watching. I'm glad that you enjoyed the video.
Nice. Thank You!
Thanks for watching!
I live at the beach , but when it SNOWS , I love just being among a handful of guys to call when people need to get dug out .
Thanks for watching> I gotten a few of those calls myself.
Thanks, x748se .
Very good camera work
THANKS and thanks for watching and
Got about 4” of snow this week, so I pulled out my X748 snowblower, which is a little more plain Jane than yours. Plus if you want to reverse without your PTO turning off, pull up on your PTO switch and reverse. I have a puppy, so I blew him a path to play on in my fenced in backyard. To get in, I open my left and right gates, pushing them in to open them. From there, I mount the tractor again, shut the door, pull into the play area, fire up the PTO, increase my RPMs, and buckle down.
Thanks for watching! When I do a lot of forward and reverse activity on my tractor I find that it a bit of a pain to constantly pull up on the PTO switch to keep the PTO running. I found a simple little "tool" that alleviates that task. Please see this video on how I use this simple little tool:--> th-cam.com/video/3_MT0GsA3B0/w-d-xo.html No alterations to the tractor whatsoever. I too blew a path for our dog when we has a lot snow.
Have one at work. Wish I could afford one. Went through 4ft snow drifts. Just need to take your time. 4 wheel drive it goes through anything.
Thanks for watching. Yes the 4 wheel drive makes a big difference.
FYI, when you start at the street angle the chute a little more forward to get the snow in your yard. Some city Mone when you put snow back on street . ( Town of Yorktown Ny. Did that to me one winter
Thanks for watching and your comment. I've heard that some places are really sticky about putting snow back onto the street. I try not to.
Easier than mowing... Nice...
Thanks for watching!
Yeah good therapy, except I am jealous of your 4wd tractor!
Thanks for watching! It took me a while to save for this tractor and in the end it's the best unit for my needs.
@@X748SE Do you ever find that chains would be helpfull? My RWD X540 would be useless without them. Great job on the videos!
@@X748SE Do you ever find that chains would be helpfull? My RWD X540 would be useless without them. Great job on the videos!
@@kevinsell9113 THANKS and thanks for watching. I have never used chains on my tractor. The AWD of the X748 makes a world of difference and provides lots of traction. Also note that I have a hard cab on my tractor too which adds weight/traction.
We just got nailed last night. I got to have the same fun early this morning after plowing all night.
Thanks for watching! I'm GLAD that other people are having fun with this storm too!
Too much fun. 73
Thanks for watching. Having a perfect day with perfect snow conditions definitely make blowing snow, a LOT of fun!
Should I admit I have watched this more than once....YIkes I need my own snow blower.....LOL
Thanks for watching and watching and watching! LOL I'm glad that you like my videos..
Thats what im talking about lol,, we only got about 5” but hey ill take every inch i can get ,, finally some seat time..
Thanks for watching and I'm GLAD that other people are getting some seat time too!
Thanks for posting this! I'm considering moving from a Kubota GR-2120 to the X758 because the JD tractor seems a bit beefier and better built for heavy use (however the Kubota's snow blower is built like a tank!). However, I haven't seen the JD snowblower in person - are you happy with the build quality and performance of your whole unit? Also, how do you adjust the angle of the chute? I thought it was either a manual adjustment with a tension knob or an additional push-pull cable that would raise and lower it. Yours is hydraulic?? Any other advice? Thanks!
Thanks for watching and your query. I am very happy with the build quality of my 54 blower. The chute is angled left and right via hydraulics and the deflector I control with a linear actuator. I did modify the blower to increase the left/right rotation angle. See this video of mine for more info: --> th-cam.com/video/tE819PnpUjE/w-d-xo.html
Thanks - that video was very helpful. The linear actuator would be an absolute necessity because I have a couple tight areas where I really need to fine-tune where the snow goes (and my Kubota has electric chute control for the spout angle). Can you share any more videos or photos or information about how you wired in the actuator and where you located the plug and switch and such? Thanks so much!!! @@X748SE
If you get a NEW X758, there is an area on the left side of the steering wheel that has 2 removal-able switch blanks/covers. You can remove one of the blanks and install a Momentary DPDT rocker switch to control the linear actuator. Wiring for this type of switch and linear actuator can be found on the web by searching for it. Install an inline fuse with proper current rating from the battery or alternator to the switch. I picked up a weatherproof 12 volt power adapter and plug off eBay. You may source to it locally. I made a simple bracket and mounted the 12V adapter just in front of the SCV. That way it gets connected at the same time as I connect the hydraulic lines for the snowblower. I leave my hard cab on all the time so I made a custom overhead panel for it. That is where i have my switch for my linear actuator. You can have a glimpse of the overhead panel somewhere in this video :--> th-cam.com/video/E8Lq_VbIyeU/w-d-xo.html
That sure is Therapy!, Even from here!
Thanks for watching! Yeah, there is something very satisfying to hear the pulsating drone of the blower and see the snow fly out of the chute.
sweet set up she really throws it !!!!
THANKS and thanks for watching. I really like it when the snow flies!
@@X748SE just dropped by to watch the snow fly we dont get any in s Carolina lol
@@raymondj8768 Thanks for dropping by. It will come soon enough and I hope that we get a ton of it this season!
@@X748SE dont forget to film it lol stay safe :)
I got the wiper today the bottom part was a little to long towards the handle I had to trim it and drill 2 small holes for the clips took longer to do then I thought if I would have left it longer I would not be able to go as far to each side but i got it all done now I just need it to snow.
Thanks for the update. Ya, I find too that things always take longer than you originally thought but in the end things always seem to work out. I'm glad that your wiper is finally in and hope that it works the way you intended.
That’s the problem about buying a blower, it could take years before you get a good storm to really test it out. I’ve owned several HLA snow wings which I really like. Then we got a huge storm a few years back so I bought a rather expensive Shulte RDX117 and have yet to use it. It just sits in my building taking up space. I’ve used it a couple times but I need a good 20-30” storm to really see what it can do.
Thanks for watching. I seem to be able to use my blower between 10 to 20 times a season. Most of the time it is just to clear of 2" to 3" of the white stuff.
My blower is much larger, it’s 10’ wide and 2 stage. With the shoes I can’t get 2” and it’s not worth the hassle in 3” either. My shop has a radiant floor and when the blower comes in it dumps a huge mess of water. I end up using my snow wing if I even bother to plow. Our snow doesn’t stick around, it’s usually melted within a day or two. Only during polar vortex and deep freezes does it stay. I live for the 10”+ storms especially dry powder snow cause my blower will shoot it up 100’. It’s pretty cool, but we get storms like that every 3-5 years which I then debate keeping the blower or trading it in on something else.
Btw I really enjoyed your video. I love watching videos on how capable the compacts are. I don’t know much about these tractors, my smallest tractor is a Fendt 516. I also have a few Fendt 700 series and a 800 series which are not good for blowing snow not unless it’s a really big storm like they get in Europe. I take the loader off my 516 and mount the blower on front lifting arms and PTO. It’s a nice setup but still to big a tractor for most driveways. It’s just not as versatile as your tractor for these jobs! Your little blower is pretty productive and I’m impressed how much snow it moves. Thanks for sharing!
Thanks and I am still amazed at times at what this tractor can do. It's perfectly suited for my needs.
Hope you have a MP3 jack in that cab so you can jam some tunes lol
Thanks for watching. No MP3 jack in the cab but I do have a MP3 jacked into my hearing protectors!
Appreciate the videos...great camera work also. I have the same tractor and would love to know where you found the front weight bracket...would like to add one to my machine. Let me know.
Thanks for watching Ben and your query. As for the weight bracket, I designed it and fabricated it. You can find more details about it with how I made it can be found here: --> th-cam.com/video/6crT8dAljcw/w-d-xo.html
@@X748SE ...will you build one for a potential customer?
Fun
Thanks for watching and YES it certainly is a lot of FUN blowing snow.
Hi, great video... question about your snowblower, do you have the plastic or steel impeller on your unit?
Thanks for watching! The 54" blower still has the original plastic impeller. Since I live on a gravel road where rocks and stones are deposited on my driveway by the snow plow I decided to stay with the plastic impeller. I believe it has "saved" the blower housing a few times due to its ability to flex a bit. I really don't think it does too bad of a job and it throws the snow as far as it want it.
I have similar set-up on a JD 2320.
Thanks for watching! Having a front mounted blower, heated cab and fairly maneuverable tractor make snow blowing enjoyable.
@@X748SE Just got a heater installed for the New England winters. Unfortunately there hasn't been enough snow to play in.
I would have eat so much snow
Thanks for watching!
Excellent video. How about a farm task like milking cows or caring for horses. Short videos are good. You did well with this one.
Thanks for watching.
i am all jelly
Thanks for watching and your comment!
love my 758 with blower
chute rotation does seem to ice up and not rotate after blowing for a few hours. ANY tips ?? thanks!!!!
Thanks for watching and your query! A couple of things that I do to help reduce snow buildup and icing around the chute. I spray with a product call "Snow Jet" which is a polymer coating and it helps keeps the snow from sticking and I carry a snow brush/ice chipper in the cab and brush off the snow build up every now and again. When the wind is blowing a bit, it is practically impossible to keep snow from eventually building up.
I hope you bought the optional cab heater.
Thanks for watching! Absolutely I have the cab heater otherwise the windows would frost up pretty quick from your warm breath when it really cold outside.
After a recent move I’m considering and an X700 series tractor or a sub compact 1025R or Kubota BX series. With the price of the X700’s and 1025R being so close, how did you decide what tractor was right for you? Seems like you get much more with the sub compact as far as capabilities ?
Thanks for watching and your comment. What it really comes down to is what you will use your tractor more for. If you don't require need for a loader and it main use of the tractor will be lawn duties like mowing, aerating, fertilizing etc. and snow blowing in the winter then I would tend to lean toward the X700 series tractor. If you need a loader to do some heavier work then a 1025R may suit your needs better.
Hows those temps are around 0 and minus wind chill.Good thing spring is only a couple months away.
Thanks for watching. Ugh spring, we need more snow first! LOL
Is that the curtis cab? How does it heat?
Thanks for watching. Yes that is a Curtis Hard cab and it does have heat! Definitely makes snow blowing much more enjoyable.
Thinking of getting a hard shell cab for my JD 758 for blowing snow. Do you leave the cab on in the summer? Advantages and disadvantages of the cab???
Thanks for watching and your query. I do keep the cab on all summer. I just take the doors off. The big disadvantage is the you have to be on constant look out for tree limbs. I've pretty much have my yard set up that I don't have to worry about that now. Another disadvantage is that it is a bit nosier in the cab as compared to having no cab on. The advantages that I find is the I don't have to do the arduous chore of removing, storing and reinstalling it each year and that I find that it is actually cooler in summer as the sun is not beating down on you. Plus I find that the intake for the radiator provides a cooling effect on your legs as it sucks air in through the door area. Hope that this helps in your decision.
Does the wiper work good? i got a x739 with a soft cab i did a lot of changes to it I had to cut 6.5 off height then I put a safety glass window in the front also put a mr heater inside to keep it warm I ordered a manual wiper that I will attach to the bottom i will have enough room to open hood was a lot of work but its Dec 21 and no snow yet here in Northern Illinois.
Thanks for watching from Northern Illinois! Yes my wiper works GREAT! Looks like you are well on your way to keep warm this winter clearing snow. I hope we get a ton of it!
Hi, i noticed your suitcase weight mount on the front above the blower hitch. where did you get that?
Thanks for watching and your query. I custom made the front weight bracket. You can see a video of it with explanation of the design and measurements to make one. The video of it can be found here: --> th-cam.com/video/6crT8dAljcw/w-d-xo.html
What sort of hydraulic control valve do you have on that? Looks like an add-on....
Thanks for watching. I've did a few modifications to the hydraulics and added a 3 spool SCV, and 2 x 6 way selector valves. This video give an overview of what I've done to my tractors: --> th-cam.com/video/14aVgXsjj04/w-d-xo.html
nice vid :)
This guys a goof... no job still living with his mom...no snow blower and he says nice.... get a job and get off the government paycheck
Thanks for watching!
@@X748SE ur welcome :)
Was the actuator on the shoot deflector a John Deer part or you made the modification? Thanks
Thanks for watching and your query. The chute deflector mod using a linear actuator is something that I did (many have) and it works very well. I've had zero issues with it. Have a look a this video ( th-cam.com/video/tE819PnpUjE/w-d-xo.html ) to see a closer look at the mods that I've done to my blower.
Thanks X748SE, I’m close to pulling the trigger on a new X739 or X758, leaning towards the X758 for the diesel engine. Checking TH-cam for all sorts of great ideas and you did another mod that I liked, the 17P dump trailer 👍🏻, except I don’t have those welding skills ☹️, do you how much it cost you in material? Thanks again.
@@OrangeismyNewGreen You can't go wrong with a diesel, sips fuel as compared the the gas equivalent! As for the cost of materials for the 17P conversion i can't really say as it has gone through 7 updates/changes since I first decided to make if a dumper. First started off with a HD linear actuator but it wasn't strong enough and finally switched to a hydraulic cylinder. The hydraulics are the big ticket items and the wheels are next. If I had to do it over again a would have make one from scratch because the sloped back of the 17 causes all sort of problems, make it a bit wider and longer because my bucket on the loader seems to dump material over the ends on it and put bearing type hubs and wheels on it.
Thanks X748SE, can’t wait to sell my other tractor so I can go and make the purchase...🙂
hello there im from Montreal what speed you go when you blowing snow at where are you from
Thanks for watching! The speed that I blow at is determined by type/density (wet/dry) and depth of snow and I usually can tell if I'm in the right ball park for speed by the sound of the engine/snowblower and how much snow spills out the side of the blower. I'm from the Guelph area.
Yep, its therapeutic, if you don't have to shovel it....lol
Thanks for watching and your comment!
Nice tractor. I got the exact same one. But only have the 62" deck attachment.
Looking to get a 54" snow blower.
What is the serial number for the blower? I want to see if I can get a used one.
Thanks
Thanks for watching. The model number of 54 inch blower was 02C1M and labeled as a X700 Series 54-in. Snow Blower.
When one notices the blower is leaving a curl/wind row on the lee side, it means that the hopper is receiving snow too fast. Simply slow down and the curl will stop.
Thanks for watching and your suggestion!
What rpms do you use on your tractor? Reason for asking, mine don't seem to throw it as far as yours
Thanks for watching. I run my tractor at Wide Open Throttle (WOT) when I'm using the blower. Note: The snow in the video was perfect for blowing - light and crystalline so the tractor was able to blow it further than normal.
Very nice piece of equipment, with that tractor you could wish for snow everyday. (Nah)
Thanks for watching and I'm definitely wishing and praying for snow everyday!
I just purchased a X739 with 54" mower, 54 " guick hitch snowblower and soft snow cab. The main issue I have is for some reason I have gone through a few shear bolts on one side and never on the other side. Any idea why?
Thanks for watching and your query. Tough one! The only thing that I can think of is that maybe the hole for the shear bolt is worn or too big and it may make the auger wobble a bit during operation and thus causing wear, eventual weakening and then failure of the shear bolt.
Are you using the same sheer pins on each side? Or are your replacements on the one side different from other side??? if you just went and bought regular bolts those are most likely incorrect as lots of sheer pins are grade 8 or better. my 3039r takes grade 10.9 metric sheer pins. I believe all jd products actaully take metric grade 8 or better sheer pins/bolts. maybe worth calling dealer over.
I had to put the wiper down at the bottom did not have and room at the top at all.
Well automobiles and trucks have the wiper arm rotation point at the bottom so it should work any different then they do.
is the hydraulic chute angle a aftermarket piece ?
Thanks for watching! Yes it is an aftermarket piece but its a 12V linear actuator rather than a hydraulic cylinder. You can see this mod and another if want by looking at this video :--> th-cam.com/video/tE819PnpUjE/w-d-xo.html They have worked flawlessly from the day one.
I saw in your video that you have a 2015 GMC Canyon pickup truck . How do you like it so far?
Thanks for watching and your query. Yes it is a Canyon but a 2017 model with the Duramax diesel in it. I really like the truck as it is big enough for my needs and gets great fuel mileage plus it tows my boat and hauls my tandem utility trailer with ease.
@@X748SE That's awesome!
Whats the tower and antenna in the back?
Nice video.
Thanks for watching. Since we live in a very rural area, I require a tower and antenna to receive my internet over the air.
On the news last night the weather girl said it's winter and that she was expecting 7-8" tonight. I thought given her mediocre looks that she was being pretty optimistic.
Thanks for watching!
Id love to know at what rpm that impeller is running at
Thanks for watching. I figure that the impeller was spinning about 700 RPM. (2000 RPM front PTO into a 14 to 40 tooth sprocket reduction on the blower) The snow was just perfect for blowing I might add.
Do you find yourself wishing that you got a 1025 or is this sufficient for your use? Trying to decide if I should go with a 1 series but I am thinking based on the videos I am watching I should be good with a 7 series
Thanks for watching. At no time have I ever wish that I had an 1025. The X748 is the perfect tractor for my needs. The big dividing line between to two would be if you need ground engaging and/or 3PH attachments (loader, tiller) or not. If you mostly mow grass and blow snow then the X700 is probably the better choice. They are very nimble machines.
@@X748SE thank you for the reply sir, I am not envisioning any need for 3 point attachments so it sounds like the 7 series will be more than enough for the applications I will be using(mowing, snow removal)
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No chains on the wheels ? nice. lots of extra weight just looked up the cost, wow between $5000-$7000 for used, I wonder how much you paid? I just found one for $8200 with snow blower and cab
Thanks for watching. With hydraulic AWD and the extra weight of the cab you definitely don't require chains. I get lots of traction and have never gotten this thing stuck in snow or mud. Ya I paid a pretty penny back in 2012 when I bought it, and all the attachments, but it was the exactly the tractor combo that I was looking and it suits my needs to a tee.
Will we see more videos this winter?
Thanks for watching and YES I'll be publishing some new videos this winter!
I want one! BTW, your neighbor got stuck in 6" of powder snow?!
Thanks for watching! WOW you must be physic. Today he actually did get stuck in 6" of fresh snow!
I am in the process of purchasing a x730, I am picking up the 60" mower but can't decide between a 47" or a 54" blower. I have a 10k driveway, would you say a 47" is more then enough or should I go for the 54"?
Thanks for watching and your query! Well here's my opinion. I would think that the type and amount of snow you get most often would dictate which blower size would be the better for your needs. If you get light and fluffy snow and less that 8" most often then I would go for 54" model. If you get quite a few dumpings of snow over 8" at time and also get wet snow now and again then I would lean toward the 47" model. Super heavy wet snow will clog the blowers most of the time. That's when I get the blade out. Hope this helps and CONGRATS on your new X730!
go with 47"... that way your safe in heavy wet snow and you get to have fun longer cause you will blow snow less with every swipe due to narrower width. Best of both worlds.
@@X748SE Hi, Ive watched most of your videos and appreciate what you share. Im looking for similar advice, looking for 47 vs 54" I have x749, dont know which blower to choose, i see you run the 54, looks like yours handles it fine.
Do you know if any other differences other than just housing width?
I see some people adding reinforcing plates on sides of their 47's, is the 54 built overall heavier and sturdier, thicker metal etc?
I expect my x749 with the diesel should power either choice fine.
Hope to some day build up my rig as nice as yours! Thanks.
@@benherstad Thanks for watching and your query. The 54" blower does has thicker/sturdier metal on the sides of the blower when compared to the 47" one. That's one of the reason I went with the 54" one. Another reason is that with a 54" blower it is easier to back up after the first run with the blower in deeper snow as the blower creates a path wider than the tractor. The 47" blower is basically the same width as the tractor and your have to backup in the exact same path or else you are dragging or knocking snow into the area you just blew. Your X749 will have no problems using a 54" blower.
Look at my recent it’s me messing around with my thrower
Thanks for watching.
Iv got the same set up were did u get ur hard cab at
Thanks for watching. I bought my cab and tractor as a package from JD back in 2012.
Where did you get your cover from. And how much?
Thanks for watching. If you are referring to the hard cab, I bought at the same time as my tractor from John Deere. A used one is hard to come by these days but they do come up for sale once in a while.
Of all the Snowblower’s I have personally owned the last was a 3720 factor cab owned for two months was by far the absolute worst made snowblower first of all what’s with the prehistoric cable setup for chute rotation after a bit doesn’t function correctly when snow penetrates the cover- the quick hitch is sloppy others use a hydraulic orbital motor for chute rotation gear driven I have never had an issue for the past 20 years with this setup but thought I would try green 2 months it was history purchased a new Holland with the CVT transmission has a much larger and quieter cab snowblower is in my opinion heavier built “no prehistoric cables” no green for me
Thanks for watching. Whew! I bet you are glad that you got that off your chest! I love my X748 and the 54" blower works just fine for my size of tractor.
This is why i live in Florida😂😂
Thanks for watching.What .... you don't like snow? Here up North there is nothing like a fresh blanket of fluffy white snow and we sort of live for it.
@@X748SE nope lived in Philadelphia for 15 years and plowed in winter. Hate it. I'm a native Floridian.
So what would a nice setup like this hurt me? $22K? $25K?
Thanks for watching! I would that i might be somewhere in the that neighborhood now. I paid less than $20K when I bought mine new back in late 2011.
Is there a heater in those bad boys??
Thanks for watching! Yes there is a heater in the cab. Definitely makes winter activities more enjoyable/
Is there heat in that cab?
Thanks for watching and yes the tractor has heat in the cab.