Matthew W. In Colorado
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Does anyone know about interchanging John Deere starters to the older tractors? From photos, it appears a 1960's 4020 (12v) starter just might match an older (1959) 440i? (2-Bolt pattern opposite each other)
The 440i isn't common, a 2-cylinder industrial tractor, supposedly very close to the 420 family ag tractors but lower slung & heavier built, with larger 2-cylinder engine (largest & last they made in 2cyl?).
The existing starter will spin just fine outside the tractor but will barely move the engine, mostly just engages if even that. I've inspected & brushes are good, maybe armature burnt? - so either needs rebuilt (any suggestions where?) or find another that might fit. Thanks for your ideas. This one has been sitting since we brought it home two years ago - and now starting to get an earful. So I need to get the project re-started 8/).
Matthew in Sedalia, CO
The 440i isn't common, a 2-cylinder industrial tractor, supposedly very close to the 420 family ag tractors but lower slung & heavier built, with larger 2-cylinder engine (largest & last they made in 2cyl?).
The existing starter will spin just fine outside the tractor but will barely move the engine, mostly just engages if even that. I've inspected & brushes are good, maybe armature burnt? - so either needs rebuilt (any suggestions where?) or find another that might fit. Thanks for your ideas. This one has been sitting since we brought it home two years ago - and now starting to get an earful. So I need to get the project re-started 8/).
Matthew in Sedalia, CO