COSTLY MISTAKE!! John Deere 3046R Hydraulic Quick Couplers MANGLED!
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Overview
A real-world repair walkthrough where the owner accidentally mangled the hydraulic quick couplers on his 3046R by routing a loose hose under the tractor, which then got caught by the rear tire. The video covers damage assessment, sourcing parts through an online John Deere parts retailer with actual pricing ($326 total), the repair process including tire removal, and a leak check. Best for 3046R owners facing similar hydraulic line damage.
An owner-operator channel where the host shares hands-on experiences from his own property, openly including his mistakes, expect a candid, hobbyist perspective rather than expert-level technical guidance.
Spec overview
John Deere 3046R
- PTO horsepower
- 36.6 hp
- Loader lift capacity
- 2,855 lb at pivot; 2,032 lb @ 19.7 in
- 3-point lift capacity
- 2,530 lb at hitch ball
- Hydraulic flow
- 8.6 gpm