Welcome! Please use the navigational links to explore our website.
PartsASAP LogoCompany Logo (800) 853-2651

Shop Now

   Allis Chalmers Case Farmall IH Ford 8N,9N,2N Ford
   Ferguson John Deere Massey Ferguson Minn. Moline Oliver

Attention Forum Users: On the 28th of December 2023 at 9:00am Central Time, we will be taking the forums down for maintenance while we prepare the new forums for your use. Please click here for more information.

Discussion Forum
:

JD 730 Diesel

Welcome Guest, Log in or Register
Author 
Jeff Gaudette

03-17-2001 14:44:15




Report to Moderator

I have an opportunity to buy a JD 730 diesel, electric start, WF, power steering. I know nothing of this type of tractor. Looking for a little advice here. Tractor appears to have 1465 hours. Previous owner recently deceased. No one has knowledge of this type of tractor. I have heard the 730 series are good tractors but I don't know anyone who has one. Can anyone tell me information on these 730 diesel tractors such as things to look for, mechanical/electrical problems common to the 730s, good points/bad points. Any information will be greatly appreciated. Thank you!

[Log in to Reply]   [No Email]
Donwisc

03-24-2001 18:03:36




Report to Moderator
 Re: JD 730 Diesel in reply to Jeff Gaudette, 03-17-2001 14:44:15  
I just restored a 730es and can give you some pretty good tips on what to look for if you wish to call me at 414 543 2563 in wis



[Log in to Reply]  [No Email]
Donwisc

03-24-2001 18:03:30




Report to Moderator
 Re: JD 730 Diesel in reply to Jeff Gaudette, 03-17-2001 14:44:15  
I just restored a 730es and can give you some pretty good tips on what to look for if you wish to call me at 414 543 2563 in wis



[Log in to Reply]  [No Email]
G Taylor

03-17-2001 20:49:40




Report to Moderator
 Re: JD 730 Diesel in reply to Jeff Gaudette, 03-17-2001 14:44:15  
Standard or row crop wide front end? Personaly prefer the looks of a standard or a row crop rollomatic but each to thier own. Check the flywheel for endplay & tightness on the splines. Hope it hasn't been welded on. Probably the only real weakness of large or diesel two cylinder tractors.If the operator hasn't been told to check the torque occasionaly. A taper-loc flywheel is a perfectly acceptable solution. The oilbath aircleaner is a favorite suprise for people who have never had one apart. There will be several lbs of oil/dirt clogging it up. Excellent fuel efficiency which is still rarely matched. Over 17HP per hour per gallon of #2 diesel. A fine tractor, grab it quick if the price is reasonable. They sound great as well.

[Log in to Reply]  [No Email]
Jeff Gaudette

03-17-2001 18:47:21




Report to Moderator
 Re: JD 730 Diesel in reply to Jeff Gaudette, 03-17-2001 14:44:15  
Thanks Mike,
I know that the hours are highly suspect. It looks like the tractor has been setting outside for quite a long time. The paint is faded, the seat is worn out and the tires are 60% worn down so I suspect that the hours are significantly higher than what's shown on the meter. I'll be looking at the tractor again next week and I'll be seeing the tractor run and I'll drive it to see how everything works. I don't even know if I can get original parts for this tractor. I'm curious to get as much information as I can on the 730 series tractors so I can make an informed decision whether to buy it or not. I know that I could be given a tractor for free and still be out money.

[Log in to Reply]  [No Email]
Raye

03-17-2001 19:45:24




Report to Moderator
 Re: Re: JD 730 Diesel in reply to Jeff Gaudette, 03-17-2001 18:47:21  
Depends on what you are going to use it for.There
a very collectible tractor and bring big bucks
even in the rough.Kind of awkward for small
jobs,very noisey,great on fuel.Wide front usually
adds 1000.00 but doesn't turn as good as a norrow.
Hand cluch is a problem to some people also.Send
me the serial number,I can tell you when it was
made and where it was shipped to.



[Log in to Reply]  [No Email]
mike

03-17-2001 17:52:35




Report to Moderator
 Re: JD 730 Diesel in reply to Jeff Gaudette, 03-17-2001 14:44:15  
730's are good tractors,but i would question
those hours.40 year old tractor with 1465 hours,
not likely.



[Log in to Reply]  [No Email]
[Options]  [Printer Friendly]  [Posting Help]  [Return to Forum]   [Log in to Reply]

Hop to:


TRACTOR PARTS TRACTOR MANUALS
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. [ About Us ]

Home  |  Forums


Copyright © 1997-2023 Yesterday's Tractor Co.

All Rights Reserved. Reproduction of any part of this website, including design and content, without written permission is strictly prohibited. Trade Marks and Trade Names contained and used in this Website are those of others, and are used in this Website in a descriptive sense to refer to the products of others. Use of this Web site constitutes acceptance of our User Agreement and Privacy Policy

TRADEMARK DISCLAIMER: Tradenames and Trademarks referred to within Yesterday's Tractor Co. products and within the Yesterday's Tractor Co. websites are the property of their respective trademark holders. None of these trademark holders are affiliated with Yesterday's Tractor Co., our products, or our website nor are we sponsored by them. John Deere and its logos are the registered trademarks of the John Deere Corporation. Agco, Agco Allis, White, Massey Ferguson and their logos are the registered trademarks of AGCO Corporation. Case, Case-IH, Farmall, International Harvester, New Holland and their logos are registered trademarks of CNH Global N.V.

Yesterday's Tractors - Antique Tractor Headquarters

Website Accessibility Policy