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Antique John Deere Tractor: JD Model 420C
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This is the crawler version of the John Deere 420 model tractor. |
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Gary Allason wrote on Tuesday, June 18, 2013 (PDT):Peter, Your tracks are coming off because either your bushings, pins or drive sprockets are worn. Probably all three unfortunately. Look at your Sprockets, does the right side of your teeth, if the tooth is at 12 o clock have a larger radius than the left that is the side that drives the crawler forward. if so the sprocket is worn. Try backing up your hill. if the tracks stay on that is because there is less use and thus less wear in reverse over time. Your tracks have a pin and a bushing between each link. Idealy, the bushings take the wear and are replaced before there is damage to the sprockets. once the bushings wear out the sprockets contact the pins and both start to wear, . When that happens all three will need to be replaced. the fact that your tension adjustment won t take the slack out of the tracks points to this condition. if your bushings are just starting to wear through, it is possible to rotate them 180 degrees. but that wont help if the sprockets and pins are worn too. Google CRAWLER TRACKS PINS AND BUSHINGS and your will find a lot of good information. Use Google to find a shop that does pin and bushing replacement. You can find used drive sprockets from repitable parts dealers on line. Avoid the advice of reversing the drive sprockets, swapping sides , if you replace your bushings. It s true that doing that will put the side with less wear on the forward side and will last quite a while. the down side is that if you have put new bushings on it will begin to prematurely wear those out every time you back up. If you can rotate rotate your bushings, you might be OK to swap sprocket sides. Good luck.
Mike Gladu wrote on Friday, June 07, 2013 (PDT):Just brought home a 420C in very good condition. Starts and operates perfectly. Bought it from an older gentleman who had this 45 years, and it has never spent a night outside in all those years. He recently put on new chains, sprockets, rolls and idlers. Also rebuilt the engine, brakes and clutches. Paid 3,000 and a promise to park inside every night. Bought this to work around my property. I have been in the construction business many years and owned many new large and small dozers over the years, this will the keeper .
Pete Geremia wrote on Tuesday, June 04, 2013 (PDT):I keep throwing tracks when on a slight incline. Have adjusted track tension with no luck. Any Ideas would be appreciated.
John H. wrote on Saturday, April 28, 2012 (PDT):Just picked up a 40C W/Braden Winch ! Interested to know about any spare parts available. 207-929-2800 Maine
Annie wrote on Wednesday, February 23, 2011 (PST):i have a 1959 430c john deere bulldozer fully rebuilt in 2009 converted to 12 volt runs like a top very good condition. has tilt blade, blade also has stump pullers on top of it. anyone know what it is worth
Sam Kerr wrote on Tuesday, March 16, 2010 (PDT):JOE BREEZEE! WHERE ARE YOU LOCATED YOU HAVE NO CONTACT INFO. WHAT IS YOUR PRICE RANGE IF YOU ARE IN KY OR JOINING STATE AND THE PRICE IS RIGHT I WOULD BE INTERESTED
joe breezee wrote on Friday, February 26, 2010 (PST):I HAVE A JD 420 CRAWLER W/3POINT HITCH,WITH ADD ON 6 WAY BLADE RUNS GOOD BUT IT HAS BEEN SITTING IN THE SHED WILL SELL IF PRICE IS RIGHT
Dick Patrick wrote on Wednesday, January 20, 2010 (PST):I have a 1956 420 crawler for sale. It has a 5 spd. trans. 5 roller snow track everything works and it runs good. Asking 5900 or best offer. Located in So. East Wis.Phone 920 285 2420
Marty Mersch wrote on Tuesday, July 21, 2009 (PDT):I am looking at buying a 420-C. Does anyone have any suggestions Thank you.
meu5v kh5jb wrote on Tuesday, May 19, 2009 (PDT):Hi, you have a great site! I also recommend this site; syl3f , thanks!
Mark wrote on Monday, January 26, 2009 (PST):Needing parts for a 420c am-3368t houseing, at-15211t axel, m2375t cover, any info or help would be great.
Steve Noble wrote on Saturday, December 20, 2008 (PST):I have a 1954 420c for sale. Cat is in reasonable to good cond. Everything works.Has canopy. Unaware of value open to suggestions.
A.E.S. wrote on Sunday, December 30, 2007 (PST):Had a GREAT 420C, agricultural green , back in WV but had to leave it to come to OR. Really miss it as it was my means of getting around on the farm as I am a 100% disabled vet. It brought me many an hour of enjoyment and wish I had it here with me now....they are a good size for doing even big jobs. I had it rebuilt several years ago with new steering cluches and brakes and even had it re-painted and new decals applied, boy do I miss it. We live in the mountains just like back in WV and as it has snowed here the past few days I could sure have fun pushing snow....did I mention that I miss playing on my toy , as my wife called it. For those of you that have your 420 s KEEP them as they are a GREAT joy, if not even for work.
Lavoy wrote on Wednesday, May 16, 2007 (PDT):I have some parts for the 420 John Deere crawler, e-mail for info.
allen wrote on Monday, May 07, 2007 (PDT):this dozer looks very clean i wold like to have it for my grandpa here in arkansas
john wrote on Monday, April 02, 2007 (PDT):I have a 420c with industrial loader #90 scarifier, ser.#111983 motor runs great, tracks need attention many extra rollers extra track idlers 3250 - 920 921 2517
Dennis wrote on Friday, March 23, 2007 (PST):I have a 420c that has been tested tough in Alaska woods under extreme temperatures for over 20 years. Still runs great. switched to 12 volt neg ground 3 years ago and added electronic ignition. Starts and runs great. no fouled plugs. I m having trouble locating a new engine clutch disc and pressure plate. Serial #135375. Can someone point me towards an aftermarket supplier I also have some used parts.
Emmett wrote on Saturday, March 10, 2007 (PST):Have 57 420C Crawler. Going on 5 years. Paid 4500. Front Blade. Army 6x6 winch jerry-rigged to pto. Used to skid logs, for pine boards, firewood and to clear plow-packed snow in Vermont. Likes to pull plow trucks out of the ditch! Only had to replace the clutch, throw-out, and clutch plate since I bought it. Deere had all the parts. Only weakness is the tracks stretch easy, so I have to keep after the idler tension adjustment. If not, it will throw a track... but only deep in the woods and on a steep grade... ;- I love this tractor.
Clyde wrote on Friday, September 15, 2006 (PDT):My landlord has John Deere 420C for sale Running condition contact Tom Shepard at330-538-3617 in North Jackson,Ohio
Clyde wrote on Friday, September 15, 2006 (PDT):My landlord has John Deere 420C for sale Running condition contact Tom Shepard at330-538-3617 in North Jackson,Ohio
Clyde wrote on Friday, September 15, 2006 (PDT):My landlord has John Deere 420C for sale Running condition contact Tom Shepard at330-538-3617 in North Jackson,Ohio
dave wilson wrote on Sunday, August 20, 2006 (PDT):I am looking for a 420c or a 40c with a contractors blade (or not) in good working order or older restoration in Southern Ontario. Looking for a winter project. Restored Austin Mini for trade or cash.
Dick wrote on Friday, August 18, 2006 (PDT):I have a 420 crawler loader in working condition for sale. I saw one in just a little porrer condition go at auction in Milwaukee WI for $13,000. These machines are geting more and more scarce. I have recently been to the john deere store and beleve me they know how much to charge for parts. I am looking for $10,000 for this one. A crook I am not, I just know how much these machines are worth.
charlie anderson wrote on Sunday, April 16, 2006 (PDT):anyone from maine with 420c parts
Harold wrote on Friday, February 24, 2006 (PST): I am looking for a pressure plate,drive clutch, and release bearing for a 420c John Deere bulldozer. Serial number 84619. Any help will be greatly appreciated.
jared wrote on Tuesday, February 21, 2006 (PST):Looking for a 420c or close to, any condition any where, want for restoration project. thanks
Jim wrote on Tuesday, December 27, 2005 (PST):Looking for parts for forward/reverse shuttle for 420c... bought in '74 and it finally quit... it's a 1958 with a serial # 115188... specific parts are; main shaft, coupling, member, and a needle bearing.
brad wrote on Wednesday, August 03, 2005 (PDT):how many differet 420c style did they make by
Bill wrote on Tuesday, July 19, 2005 (PDT):I am looking for a JD 420c or 430c crawler. 6 way blade must have 3pt and pto. Anyone have one for sale?
Jim wrote on Tuesday, July 05, 2005 (PDT):I am looking for a final drive housing for my JD 420C crawler. Any one have them?
M R Boggess wrote on Friday, May 27, 2005 (PDT):Looking for JD 1010G parts......
JOHN wrote on Wednesday, May 18, 2005 (PDT):WANTED SMALL DOZER WITH A BLADE IN VERY GOOD WORKING ORDER,IN THE MIDWEST
Ron wrote on Thursday, May 12, 2005 (PDT):Looking for a tachometer cable and or seat for John Deere 420c Crawler. (south eastern michigan)
Brian Beals wrote on Sunday, August 29, 2004 (PDT):Can anyone send me the point gap, dwell & timing specs for a JD420C Thanks, Brian
David Whitaker wrote on Tuesday, August 17, 2004 (PDT):I bought a 420c from my father in 1999 at that time it has been in the family for 27 years and has had the motor,rear end, transmission and right track drive line rebuilt. I have used it alot until 2 years ago. last week end my uncle asked me to take it to a tractor show in Alabama that he was a part of. There was alot of people interested in it and asking alot of questions.I am proud of the little crawler (not to mention the punch it packs) I have just about decided to retire it with a restoration and just show it off at the tractor shows. (By the way It was the only JD 420 crawler there)
Lavoy wrote on Saturday, July 03, 2004 (PDT):We have parts for the old Deere two cylinder crawlers. Visit our website at www.jdcrawlers.com
Marvin Bjorge wrote on Friday, July 02, 2004 (PDT):I own an industrial 420C. My brother and I got it from our parents when they sold their ranch. I grew up using it to plow snow with as well as for back filling ditches, etc and my father used it on fire lines as our ranch was quite remote from fire fighting equipment at the time. People would stop in off the road wanting to buy it, but we opted to keep it and I'm glad we did. It has approx. 691 hours on it and is currently being rented out for finish work on roads, and around a small sand and gravel operation so it is still earning it's keep. People keep trying to buy it from me for way less than it is worth. It has a Holt hydraulic dozer that will swivel 2 or 3 points either direction or straight on. The hydraulics will pick up the front end of the dozer easily. It is definitely a keeper. 2 contributions to Farmshow Magazine have rated the 420c as a "Best Buy." Marvin Bjorge Polson, Montana
Derek Benhardus wrote on Thursday, June 03, 2004 (PDT):does anybody have a 430C in fair to good condition for sale that lives in minn. ? email me at bigaxe_47 at hotamail.com
Bob Hunt wrote on Monday, March 29, 2004 (PST):found a 420C on some property we bought. It runs! Tempermental to start. What are the quirks that I should try to start? Takes a couple of hours to get it to finaly run
Larry Hardesty wrote on Saturday, January 17, 2004 (PST):Looking for gas cap and Oil gauge with breather cap (part AU12460 or AM 1319T or AM 1337T) for 1958 420C (serial 133412) Don't know the part number of the gas cap. Trying to restore my grandad's crawler.
Reggie Rackliff wrote on Friday, October 17, 2003 (PDT): Bought a 420C fourteen years ago for $2000. and have put at least that mucch more into it. Well worth it. Good power toweight ratio. Retired to plow snowbanks back and pull out a little firewood. It has a no. 62 blade and Braden pto winch that works real nice. Keep Crawlin'...
Rod Castle wrote on Friday, September 26, 2003 (PDT):I need some final drive clutches for a 420 c loader crawler call JD dealer and almost fainted over the price any help would be appreciated.
reggie blanchard wrote on Monday, June 02, 2003 (PDT):i am looking for a good set of tracks for a four roll john deere 420c if any has aset or knows of a set i would appreciate any help on this thanks in advance reggie
Don Lehman wrote on Saturday, May 24, 2003 (PDT):Have a John Deere crawler,ser # 111141 420C with blade, not as nice as the picture but we use it quite offten.Recently the water pump went bad. Anyone know where I can find one? E-mail me.
Jim Desher wrote on Tuesday, April 15, 2003 (PDT):I recently purchase a john deere crawler loader. Seems to be in real nice condition. I dont know what model it is. First one I ever owned. I was told it was a 430?? I can email pictures of it to anyone that is knowledgeable about john deere crawler loaders,and could tell me what model and year it is . And what it is worth. It is a gas engine. Dont know what horse power. Would appreciate any information on this. Email me at dwillbuy at aol.com I will check the comments in this form from time to time Thanks.
Charles Woodall wrote on Sunday, April 13, 2003 (PDT):Is it possible to get pictures of the 420C of both sides and front and rear, Thank you much, Charlie
Kern K McClure wrote on Monday, September 23, 2002 (PDT):Looking For a Hydrolic Resovior for my 1950 420C Crawler any one have one in good shape E-mail me.
LANCE WEDDELL wrote on Monday, June 17, 2002 (PDT):I HAVE A 1940(?) MC 3 ROLL CRAWLER. HAVING A PROBLEM WITH THE LEFT SIDE TRACK. IT GETS HUNG UP ON SOMETHING. ITS A JD AND PAID 2500.00 FOR IT. PLOW SNOW WITH IT ONLY. 6 VOLT SYSTEM WITH A 5 FOOT BLADE..
Dayton wrote on Wednesday, June 05, 2002 (PDT):Hi I"am looking for a 420 or 430 crawler in fair to good condition,with a dozer blade.I live in the Pacific Nortwest and can't afford to have one ship to far.
Lavoy wrote on Tuesday, April 09, 2002 (PDT):We have started a website dedicated to the old Deere crawlers. Come take a look, www.jdcrawlers.com
Lavoy wrote on Friday, February 01, 2002 (PST):I have numerous parts for the 420C as well as rebushed tracks. Call 701-281-0398 oe E-mail
T. Forester wrote on Sunday, June 03, 2001 (PDT):I have a 420c For sale engine loose missing one track sheet metal very good can send pictures am asking 1700.00 o.b.o. phone# 816-779-5738 or WWW.TFFCRAZY at AOL.COM
Wayne Kachmar wrote on Tuesday, April 24, 2001 (PDT):Just bought a 57 420c. Not as nice as the photo but seems in good overall condition. One problem is an oil leak in the left steering clutch. I'm new to crawlers and am interested if anyone has parts such as seals or can provide advice on the repair of this nice little machine. This unit has a dozer blade with manuel angle attachment. I noticed a crack in the weld on one side of the support for the blade. Is there any recommendations for how to attack this other than a weld over the existing crack? I don't believe that there is enough room for a fish-plate between the bracket and the edge of the track. Up here in Vermont we see a lot of snow and mud, is there any recommendations as to the maintainence of the lower rollers in this type of environment? Any help or leads for a source of parts would be appreciated. Thanks
Jim Franz wrote on Wednesday, April 04, 2001 (PDT):I'm looking for a 420c or 430c with three point and dozer,good working condition, not a collector.
Jim Franz wrote on Wednesday, April 04, 2001 (PDT):I'm looking for a 420c or 430c with three point and dozer,good working condition, not a collector.
Jim Franz wrote on Wednesday, April 04, 2001 (PDT):I'm looking for a 420c or 430c with three point and dozer,good working condition, not a collector.
matt wrote on Thursday, March 22, 2001 (PST):nice tractor
Pat Davis wrote on Tuesday, March 20, 2001 (PST):Looking for JD 420c idler brackets casting # m1824T and m1823T. Any information would be greatly appreciated. Thanks, Pat.
Lavoy wrote on Thursday, March 15, 2001 (PST):William, Engines are no problem. We have several on hand. Best is to E-mail me direct in case I don't check the board. Or call me at 701-281-0398 in the evenings. Thanks, Lavoy
Tom Renner wrote on Thursday, November 30, 2000 (PST):Am looking for rock shaft assembly for 420C JD (3 pt hook up)Please call or email/ 360-225-8119
chuck pierce wrote on Saturday, November 11, 2000 (PST):Ihave a 1957 crawler in cheery con. Ilove it and paid 2800.00 for it and put in it 560.00.I rebult the front idolers and shafts and put on a new generator.
Anthony Campbell wrote on Wednesday, October 18, 2000 (PDT):I am looking for a 420c or 430c w/blade/pto/3pt hitch for mowing and cleaning brush off hillsides in East Tennessee. I am looking for good to restored condition. Will pay reasonable price....not a collector....just a farmer. Work Phone (423)378-8265 Home Phone (423)753-2158
Lavoy wrote on Tuesday, September 19, 2000 (PDT):I have parts for 420/430/440 crawlers. If you need something, e-mail me and I'll se if I can help. Lavoy
Bob Walker wrote on Monday, August 28, 2000 (PDT):Hi Everyone-I'm new to the hobby. Im thinking about purchasing a JD 430c. It is complete /with hydraulic blade. It is currently being used by the current owner for odd jobs. The selling price is 3000.00--is it wotrth it? Any help would be greatly appreciated!
carman sangster wrote on Friday, August 25, 2000 (PDT):I have a crawler dozer 1940 to1948 so i am told .I need final drive wheel {hub} and shaft for the left rear.Lynn z you asked about rear clutches slipping you replaced clutch disks you can also add steel disks it will help i have done this to mine.
carman sangster wrote on Friday, August 25, 2000 (PDT):I have a crawler dozer 1940 to1948 so i am told .I need final drive wheel {hub} and shaft for the left rear.Lynn z you asked about rear clutches slipping you replaced clutch disks you can also add steel disks it will help i have done this to mine.
Ron Ferrando wrote on Monday, June 19, 2000 (PDT):I just bought a 420 crawler. The unique thing about my 5 roller crawler is that it has a backhoe unit attached. To date I don't know of another. I also have the five speed tranny. I paid $4,000 for the crawler and trailer. It this too much? It runs great, the undercarriage is 75to 80% and the hydrolics need work. I've been working it pretty hard and it seem to keep on crawling, any comments?
Arnold Ayotte wrote on Monday, June 19, 2000 (PDT):I have a JD420 Crawler with front bucket loader for sale. Overall, is in decent shape. Although the tracks will come off fairly easy if not careful. Have owned for about 10 years and I have always kept under cover. Price is $3500. If interested, call 860-742-1420 or e-mail ayotteat at pweh.com
mike sullivan wrote on Tuesday, June 06, 2000 (PDT):My John deere 420 crawler must go. Has a shaft mounted hydraulic pump,tank,controller (spool) and remote connect- ions. Three-point hitch is mounted and new cylinder needs mounting. Fun to use in tractor pulls. Blade and 2 cylinders separate. $3950invested,make offer 805-659 5157 or fax 805-659 2213
John wrote on Saturday, May 20, 2000 (PDT):What is a three roller 40c worth?
Lavoy Wilcox wrote on Thursday, May 11, 2000 (PDT):I am parting out a 420 crawler with #62 six-way dozer. Grille is gone, hood is fair to good. Engine runs. Also have set of track chains for BO-40C three roller.
Greg Brink wrote on Friday, May 05, 2000 (PDT):I am looking for information on John Deere crawler tractors. My father recently purchased a JD crawler and the seller said it was a JD 420. My father has reason to think it is a JD 40. I think it is about a 1946. How can we tell whether it is a 40 or 420? Also does anyone have information about the type of carburator for the JD crawlers?
johnny mcdougal wrote on Monday, February 28, 2000 (PST):If anyone has a john deere crawler that they would like to sell (parts or whole) give me a call 503-363-8069 thanks.
Johnny Mcdougal wrote on Monday, February 28, 2000 (PST):I am looking to buy a john deere 420 crawler in any condition
ALLEN MOTZ wrote on Sunday, February 20, 2000 (PST): I am looking to buy a John Deere 430 Crawler Dozer Blade
Lynn Z wrote on Saturday, February 12, 2000 (PST):I have a 420C five roller that was manufactured in about 1959 with a Holt front end loader. It was used in cleaning corrals for about fifteen years. Due to services on concrete the grousers are worn down to the nubs. We drug it out of the corral with tracks sliding and rebuilt the engine and turned the track pins. We installed a three point hitch and I have used it in landscaping my yard during the past ten years or so. It starts and runs great even in cold weather. I have rebuilt the track rollers, but it needs another set of left front idler support castings, as the shaft hole are badly worn and I cannot hold the idler shaft from turning with the front idler. Also it has a broken final drive hub which connects the large final drive sprocket to the track drive sprocket through a tapered spline shaft. The hub has broken away about a third of the splined hub area. It still operates, but the strength is questionable. One more thing; the steering clutches have a tendency to slip under heavy load even though I have replace the clutch discs. Is the any way to check or rebuild the pressure plate? Other than these few things, including some needed rebuilding work on the hydraulics, it is a great machine. Does anyone have a line on some parts? I will check this site occasionally for a reply. Thanks.
Bob Skoglund wrote on Friday, December 03, 1999 (PST):1960 430C w/loader for sale. Runs good, strong hydraulics, reverser, 5 roller, new seat, battery and paint, left rear final recently rebuilt,new pins and bushings in lift arms. Undercarrige fair/poor. Only 2200 made. Own a piece of history! $ 4600.00 OBO Central Illinois
Craig Braddock wrote on Friday, November 19, 1999 (PST):I am looking for tracks, track links, some shoes for my 420C. It is a good machine with a loader and rear rippers. Had a short block put in, transmission work about 4 years ago. It runs good. Can you help me find the parts I need? Craig Braddock
DARRELL BEARD wrote on Friday, October 22, 1999 (PDT):I HAVE A 420C WITH WHAT I BELIEVE IS A JOHN DEERE BLADE-POWER UP+DOWN MANUAL TILT +ANGLE VERY RELIABLE MACHINE BUT NOW POPS OUT OF FOWARD GEAR- ANY IDEAS ?
Tim wrote on Tuesday, September 21, 1999 (PDT):I can just vaguely remember Dad's 420C with the front end loder. He was cleaning out the neighbors swamp with it one day and got it stuck on the mud real good. Took a Cat D-4 and a tandem-axle dump truck to pull it out. What a mess!
Cliff Johnson wrote on Friday, September 03, 1999 (PDT):Have 420 crawler for sale. Sheet metal is in fair to good shape, this dozer has a full canopy for woods work and is equipped with 4 way blade with up and down hydraulic pressure. Runs and works good. Most parts in the undercarriage are 85 to 90%, front idler wheels were worn and have been built back up. Engine is very strong, doesn't smoke or burn oil and starts right up.
joe wrote on Friday, June 18, 1999 (PDT):Have a 420c and am looking for final drive assembly or a 420 c for parts.
mike wrote on Sunday, April 18, 1999 (PDT):I just looked at and tested one of these crawlers yesterday and was fairly impressed. It had the bucket with scarifier on rear. Had some final drive problems and owner (crook) wanted $5000.00 for it.
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