Caltric GX22426 GX22425 Deck Wash Water Port Plate Compatible with John Deere X400 X500 X700

What It Is

The Caltric GX22426/GX22425 Deck Wash Water Port Plate is an aftermarket replacement part that attaches to the top of select John Deere mower decks, allowing you to connect a garden hose for quick underside cleaning. It’s designed specifically for riders in the X400, X500, and X700 series.

Fitment & Compatibility

Before buying, verify your mower model and deck size. This plate fits John Deere X400 (X485, X495), X500 (X534, X540, X584), and X700 (X720, X724, X728, X729, X734, X738, X740) series with 48-inch, 54-inch, or 60-inch decks. It replaces OEM parts GX22426 and GX22425. Measure your deck’s mounting hole spacing—the plate uses two bolts at a standard 2.5-inch center-to-center distance. If your deck has a different port design or no existing hole, this won’t work. Check your deck’s underside for a threaded port or blanking plug before ordering.

Key Things to Know

• Build quality: Caltric is a budget aftermarket brand. The plate is plastic with metal threads—durable enough for occasional use, but not as robust as OEM John Deere parts. Expect a snug fit, but minor flash may need trimming.
• Installation difficulty: Easy, 10-minute job. Remove the two bolts holding the existing plug or plate (or drill a pilot hole if retrofitting), install the plate with the included gasket, and tighten. No special tools required.
• Common gotcha: The included gasket is thin. Use a dab of silicone sealant on the threads to prevent leaks. Over-tightening can crack the plastic plate—hand-tighten only.
• Performance: Works as intended for hose cleaning, but the water flow pattern is less aggressive than OEM. You may need to scrub stubborn clippings.

Should You Buy It

If you own one of the listed John Deere X-series models and want a cheap, functional deck wash port—and you’re comfortable with a slight fitment tweak—this is a good value at $17. It’s not for heavy commercial use or decks without a pre-existing port. For a perfect OEM fit, buy the John Deere original (~$30). Otherwise, this Caltric plate gets the job done for occasional home use.