John Deere STX 38 Needs a Transmission. Engine ran great when I pushed it into the garage it just needed a valve adjustment which if you know how to do it takes minutes. The transmission blew which is common because it is just a cast metal stand alone unit which costs about 0 or so dollars plus or minus. The plastic denoting the speed you selected is broken as well. I will through in two new front tires free to whomever purchases the tractor. When I parked the tractor the deck was fully functional. A transmission and a good season service is all you will need to have a great little tractor.