Replacing Starter on JD x304

17 years ago

I think my starter is shot and wanted to know if anyone had instruction on how to replace and if it is an easy job?

Back story, my son left the lights on the tractor overnight and the battery was dead. I jumped it with my car (not sure if that was a good idea to begin with) and it started and I used for about 5 mins. Turned it off and tried to start again. Would not turn over. Jumped again, it started, and I left the cables on it while it ran for about two minutes. All of a sudden it shut off and now when I try to start (even with a new battery) it trys to turn over but does not start. Starter sounds like it is "grinding" a bit.

TIA

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rcmoser
17 years ago
Jay need to know what engine the JD X304 has? and starters can be pricey. I would get the numbers off the starter and do a ebay search. ususally you can find them on ebay for 1/2 the price. I hope you didn't fry the regulator also.
jdowner
17 years ago
The X304 uses the 17hp V-twin Kawasaki. To the OP, did you charge the original battery? As in, not just leaving jumper cables on, but charging it with a charger?? Also, check all the connections to the starter and the battery. And make sure the negative cable is connected to negative terminal on the battery, and that the positive cable is connected to the positive terminal on the battery.
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zoulas
17 years ago
It may just be the starter gear and not the starter. You may have a missing tooth (or several).