Slowride
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I've got a question. On the lower right side of the Instrument panel appears to be a window of some sort for a switch, serial number or something. It appears to have a factory blank bolted to the panel to cover it. Anyone have a clue as to it's purpose?
Hello, I just found your thread as I am in the process of refurbing my MF135. To answer your question, the slot is there for lever that is used to select Highway range on the transmission. IIRC, the MF135 has a 3spd H/L configuration (6 gears). That slot basically turns 6spd into 12 spd. for Highway hauling of trailers, implements, etc.
I also just have the blanking plate with no selector lever. I believe my MF is a 73' and after looking at your tractor, I can say I have a few things different on mine. Like your air filter is vertical, my is horizontal. I also have a few more switches on my dash. I do have the old power supply for the dash lights. I fits to the left side of the battery tray opposite of the VR on the right.
I just pulled my fuel system, gas tank and carb. I need to put a new fuel petcock on it and replace the tubing with fuel hose. I noticed you said something about the location of the fuel hose you have and the proximity to the manifold... did you come up with a solution to keep it off the manifold. I am exploring the same thing.