JD 327 knotter update.

JD Seller

Well-known Member
I finally went an got a another NEW bill hook. I installed it and the knotter works fine. Neighbor had some broken straw bales he wanted to re-bale. Baled 160 bales and never missed the first knot. Even let the kicker throw half of them. ZERO broken bales.

I compared the first new bill hook to the second one. There is nothing that looks different about them.

Just for fun and curiosity I put the first bill hook back in the knotter. It still will spear the twine just like before. Put the second bill hook in and the knot is tied perfectly.

I have no clue what is wrong with the first bill hook I got. I told the part guy about it and he just told me he will warranty it and make sure the bad one is not resold.

That $72 dollar part sure caused me a bunch of hair pulling. LOL I really wanted to just smash it on the anvil.
 
Thank you JD Seller, for posting back the solution. Most folks never post back what fixed the problem. Thanks again. Tom
 
I have been watching and waiting for an update on your problem... I have a 273 New Holland that does the exact same thing on the same side... I have been fighting it for over a year and still haven't had it figured out. I will definitely change out that bill hook and see what happens!!! Thanks for the posts and just wanted to let you know that your struggles were able to help someone else out too!!!
 
I have a NOS bill hook for a 275 baler. Believe they are the same. Seems like they only sell them in pairs and I needed just one/ Email open
 
I never replaced one yet, but I was told the rollers wear down, causing the jaw to open less over time. Would that be the issue? Did you check them with a micrometer?
 

We sell tractor parts! We have the parts you need to repair your tractor - the right parts. Our low prices and years of research make us your best choice when you need parts. Shop Online Today.

Back
Top