Thank you for the reply and info, this is my first "real" tractor and I need as much info as possible. The thing I need most, I think, is an owners manual to show me where and what everything is, how to check fluid levels and what to use. I have ordered a Parts Manual but it is in Japanese - that should be a kick. I live about 50 miles from Tucson and there is quite a large Japanese community there so I should be able to get it translated easily.If I remember correctly, a Massey 1250 is as close as you can get to the TA270. That manual may be easier to come by. I have a parts manual for the TA 270 and a Massey 1250 manual for repairs. If you have specific need, I would copy those pages for you.