Montana 5740 Discussions

Here are the most recent 5740 topics from our community.
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    Montana 5740 clutch adjustment

    Howdy. basically new to TBN. Have a problem with my Montana 5740 clutch needing adjusted it Slips in 3rd and 4th gear pretty bad. Hoping to see if anyone on here knows how to adjust it. Thanks
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    PTO issues Montana 5740 / 1047 hours

    No issues with this machine until today. Started it this am - PTO will not turn in the MANUAL position. Need help with this!
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    Montana 5740 loader "sinking"

    My 2006 Montana 5740 - cab, 4wd, loader 1900 hrs has a problem. The loader sinks down when valve (joystick) is in neutral or default position. When you jiggle the joystick it will often, but not...
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    Montana 5740 stuck in gear

    I have a Montana 5740 that is tuck in gear. the linkage is in second and shifter is in third. Can't get it out. Not much of a mechanic but have common scenes and access to tools and help. Any...
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    2007 montana 5740 lg tractor

    What is the best way to remove and replace broken bolts that hold the transmission case and rear end case together.
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    Oil & Fuel Help with non-starting Montana 5740 Tractor

    Have a 5740 (bought in 2005) that has run great until the other day. While cutting, the tractor just choked and died. Then would not start - cranked and cranked - not start. Though it may be a...
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    Oil & Fuel Finding HYDROLIC REFILL MONTANA 5740

    HELP! BOUGHT MONTANA 5740/ LS TRACTOR HAS HYDRALIC DIP STICK 1/4 IN HOLE IN REAR END BUT NO OBVIOUS REFILL POINT. ADJACENT COMPARTMENTS ARE SEPERATE FROM DIP STICK HYDRALLIC GAGE ON REAREND AND...
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    Finding HYDROLIC REFILL MONTANA 5740

    BEYOND EMBARASSMENT DIP STICK IN REAR END 1/4 IN HOLE BUT NO REFILL POINT TO BE FOUND - NO HELP FROM LS DEALER WHO SOLD ME THE TRACTOR WHO PROMISED OWNERS MANUAL- BUT NOW CANT PROVIDE. NOT A...
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    Montana 5740 c four wheel drive problems

    Montana 5740 When I shift in 4x4 won't engage ,clicking sound from left side . Any idea's will help
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    montana 5740 service manual

    am new to the forum. and new to montana. have a 5740 with several issues. shifter sticking little hydraulic pressure in remotes. looking for a good service manual. thanks Mike
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    Montana 5740 Hydraulic Dipstick

    Pretty mundane question but the dipstick on my 5740 for hydraulic fluid has hardened and the rubber portion slides along the actual dipstick. If someone could give measurements to allow me to...
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    Problems with Montana 5740 stuck in 1 or 2nd gear

    Hope someone has run into this - My Montana 5740 is stuck in either 1 or 2 and I can't get it to shift. When I push on shift lever too hard it slips out of mechanism. Clutch appears to be...
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    Montana 5740

    I have a pretty bad oil leak at the front pivot shaft. Any ideas?? Any help would be appreciated from . It seems to be hydraulic oil. New member , thanks
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    Montana 5740

    My gear shift leaver is jamed or stuck in one position and i cannot shift Help thank winker
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    Montana 5740 Grinding in Reverse

    Recently when you shift into reverse and start moving there in a grinding noise from trans area - noise goes away if you hold forward/reverse lever back ! Is there an adjustment on the lever ...
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    Montana 5740 shuttle shifting problems

    Hey Yawl, our 5740 shuttle won't stay in forward position...like the synchronizer or top shaft has play...it wants to push back when you try to hold it in..the tractor can be driven around like...
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    New Montana 5740 questions

    This is a duplicate post under a more informative heading. Sorry 'bout the rookie mistake! Good Morning. I am a new member to this board and, as of this weekend, a new Montana Tractor owner -...
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    verify montana 5740 c year produced

    Does anyone know how to verify the year of a Montana tractor ? I bought a 2008 5740c and I'm not sure it is a 2008. Does anybody know the changes that were made to distinguish a 2007 from a 2008...
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    Montana 5740 vs Mahindra 7010 (Cab's)

    I am close to a decision to purchase one of these tractors, dealers are within 50mi, the tractor would be used primary for bush hog mowing. I would be interested in hearing from anyone that has...
  20. BRUSHTAMERS

    Montana 5740 C to the rescue

    It doesn't snow around here much, so the stepson has never really driven in icy conditions. What the pictures don't show are the Jeep Wrangler behind the tractor with the 9000# winch. Neither one...
  21. BRUSHTAMERS

    Boom flailing with new Montana 5740 C

    Sorry folks, I forgot to take a picture of the boom flail from the back, was more worried about whether or not I'd be able to keep track of the cutting head from the cab. Needn't have worried...
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    Montana 5740/5740C updates

    Hello All, I know many 5740's are in use and wanted to get some feedback or reviews on how hey are performing. Your thoughts and experiences will help others who want info about this model of...
  23. TillerofdaEarth

    Montana 5740 PTO Question

    Owners manual states that...When PTO selection switch is placed in "AUTO" position, if you press the main clutch pedal or the "hydraulic position control lever" moves up the arranged position...
  24. TillerofdaEarth

    Woo Hoo! New Montana 5740 is here.

    This little beast showed up yesterday..... Had a chance to do a little hogging and some dirt work. So far so good. Is it true that happy tractor drivers get bugs in their teeth?...
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    Montana 5740

    I've been looking at the Montana 5740. Like everything I see but I'm a little concerned if it has enough power to run a 10 foot pull type Bush Hog. The dealer tells me the tractor is rated 52 hp...
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    Montana 5740 open station with 72" grapple picture

    Montana 5740 open station with 72\" grapple picture Hey all, I got a 5740 open station and the Montana 72" grapple set up and wanted to post some pictures for those interested. This thing is...
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