12 Worthy Upgrades for my John Deere 1023E (1025R)
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Overview
An owner's walkthrough of 12 aftermarket upgrades on his 1023E, organized front-to-back on the tractor. Covers a tooth bar, bolt-on tie-down hooks, a front-axle relief-valve dipstick, a 4WD lever extension, a diff-lock pedal pad, hydraulic coupler caps, a rear third SCV with hydraulic top link, added lights, and a second toolbox. Candid about what he's actually used versus just installed. Best for 1023E/1025R owners weighing small-budget bolt-on improvements.
An owner-operator sharing personal experience using his 1023E for paying jobs and neighbor work, going by Dom on the Florida Deere channel.
Side-by-side specs
| John Deere 1023E | John Deere 1025R | |
|---|---|---|
| PTO horsepower | 16.2 hp | 18.2 hp |
| 3-point lift capacity | 1,433 lbs 1,433 lb | 758 lb |
| Hydraulic flow | 3.5 gpm | 3.5 gpm |
| Loader lift capacity | — | 120R: 1,823 lbf at pivot point; H120: 1,724 lbf at pivot point |