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Originally Posted by gmacy  Thanks for the reply - the tractor is actually owned by a family friend - his dad owned it and passed away, and this tractor has been sitting idly for a few years ... they are just trying to sell it and move on ...
can you elaborate on the stinger pump?? is that an extra pump that is traditionally added for FEL's?? If so, I would agree that it shouldn't be there otherwise.
when checking the PTO, do I want to verify it will run the implement smoothly?? in other words, I should essentially hook it up to a bush hog and make sure it runs it smoothly?
I could check the 3-point hitch at the same time correct??
The MultiPower is just switching from H to L and vice versa correct??
Could the excess smoke be an indication of a faulty seal or something more serious??
Thanks, I grew up with a MF135, but, it has been a while since I have owned a tractor and this seems like it would be a great starter tractor IF it is in good shape. Thanks. |
Under normal circumstances, a decent 165 would bring $4500 to $6000 here. I've paid more'n $1200 for non-runners. (Engine block core is worth almost that for a diesel)
The front pump is almost always used to power a loader. Those tractors have high pressure/low volume internal pumps. (2250psi @4.6
GPM) Loaders were slow without an auxilary pump. There are other possibilities, but most likely a loader was on that tractor at one point. (Check front axle pivot for excessive wear if a loader was mounted at some point)
Yes to both scenarios on
pto and 3-point hitch.
Those MF's will ALL have a hi/lo shifter on the tranny. (either 3X2 speed, or 4X2 speed) MultiPower was/is a SECOND hi/lo, shifted with a lever on the dash. It's a hydraulically actuated hi/lo. MP was only available on 3X2 speed tranny, giving a TOTAL of 12 forward speeds. They can be problematic (due in part to age) 4X2 speed (aka...8-speed) is more desirable, but fairly rare on 165's.
Excessive engine smoke is USUALLY an indication of worn rings, coolant leaking into engine, or injector pump issues. It COULD be simply from sitting for a prolonged period.....
MOST 165's had power steering, but it wasn't standard equipment. If equipped, you'll find a single cylinder behind grill/in front of radiator. If Power steering isn't working, steering will be heavy. Also check for equal steering in both directions. If it steers easier to one side than to the other, usually a simple adjustment will solve that problem.
Is this 165 a "standard" or row crop model? (standard uses 28" or 30" rear wheels. Row crop uses 38"s) Standards are worth more around here.
MF 165 vs. new kubota 
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