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I have a Massey ferguson 135, the wires to the reR have been cut and taped up to not be used. Im trying to get the rear lights working again and have discovered the wire that that shows is...
Hello Everyone, First post here. I have been enjoying doing some work on a Massey Ferguson 135 with a Perkins gas AG3.152 engine. Had some noise in the timing cover and removed it and found and...
So I purchased a diverter/selector valve for a massey ferguson that bolts/replaces the cover on top of my trans. The diverter valve has two out ports and one return port. My loader has 3 hoses...
My 50+ year old diesel Massey does a good job for it's age but the front wheels wobble when moving. Is this a sign of worn bearings or something worse? Also, years ago I used to replace wheel...
The problem was this clogged in tank fuel screen… drain fuel into a funnel via a hose… connected to 5 gal. Container(s). Remove fuel line and shutoff valve from bottom of tank. Clean with...
We have had our tractor that has been in the family since new redone in the past few months and has been running great until now. I was bushing some steep hills and then the tractor started...
Desperately need help. I am trying to help my daughter with her 135. The hydraulic fluid was contaminated so I changed it, changed the filter. The 3 point has always worked great, the front forks...
Hi guys,
I'd appreciate some expertise here. Trying to find out what to order. It looks like a filter of some sort... I'm just getting into this new found sport!
Thanks for the help :)
Momo
I have a newbie question for an OLD massey furgusson 1967 continental gas. My question is : Is the wire that is attached to the hydraulics filter hard to replace or put back together ? My...
Hi this is my first time posting ever so please be gentle. I have a Massey 135 with power steering. When I purchased it the steering was broken. (Casing was cracked)
We replaced everything and...
Hope somebody can help me with this. I brought MF 135 with a hydraulic issue. I removed the lift cover and found cracked lift cylinder. How ever, I don't see the pressure control valve, Tube...
I am hoping someone with a good understanding of a MF135 will be able to help a new owner of a 1975 model with cab, front loader and tipping trailer.
You will see from the first picture it has a...
Hi all,
New member, but have been reading this forum for a while. I have a MF 135 that came with the property I bought. It is the gas model. When i got the tractor several years ago, it ran...
Hello everyone, my name is Bill. I've been working on a 1967 MF 135, with the constant pumping feature, that I bought last summer. To put it mildly, it is a fixer upper, or more like a basket case...
Hello,
I have a Massey 135 (1968) that has a differential lock pedal that looks different than any I've seen. Is this from another model?
Tractor serial number range 1968
Made in USA
6 speed, no...
First off- I am not sure exactly which model tractor I own. The steering is 100% hydraulic with no steering box on the tranny cover. The serial# is 9A 42426. I am pretty sure my problem lies with...
Hello all, I bought a 1970 massey Ferguson 135 with a perkins diesel. I bought it as "not running". I'm no diesel mechanic by any means but ain't scared to try. I started with changing the fuel...
I've been slowly fixing up my new to me old 135. It has no serial number plate but i was told it's late 60s.
I tested the fuel gauge by removing the single wire to the sender and grounding that...
Hey guys I知 new to the tractor world. I just inherited my father in laws Massey 135, not sure on the year model. I went to change the oil in it the other day and it has the long tube style oil...
Hello, I have been working on my grandpa's 1965 Massey Ferguson 135 with the four cylinder Continental Z-145 engine. I was wondering if anyone has a digital copy of the operators manual and/or...
Hey guys,
My ole massey was to the point I had to leave the choke on to run it so I bought a rebuild kit. the float didnt set level so i adjusted it. so tractor ran ok ish. but fuel ran out of...
I was cutting trails through the woods when my front hub caught a tree and jerked the wheel violently. In doing so it broke something in the steering and when you turned the wheel it would unscrew...
I have a 1965 Massey 135 that runs real well and I use quite often. It is pretty much all original as tractors go and it does what I need it to around the farm. However, it is older and I want to...
Hello friends. So here's the issue. 3 point works well just is doing strange things. I know I have a leak inside somewhere because it won't stay up after I shut the tractor off. But here's the...
This is my first post here. My Grandfather passed away last November. He left me his Massey Ferguson 135, I don't know the year. Ive used the tractor from time to time but, he did all the repairs...
So, my Massey is almost back in fighting shape. I'm running into an issue with the 3 point Hydraulics. While at idle, it raises, but shaky. Idle up, no issues raising or lowering. The other issue...
Hey gents. So I was working on the 135 today, no problems at all. She's running like a dream. I had to change the shift boots because I definitely have water in the hydraulic fluid, so need to...
Hey gents. I'm trying to rehab my 135 and noticed there is a dry rotted boot basically above the top link attachment point, does anyone know where I could find it's replacement online or a part...
Hello, I replaced my injector pump a couple of months ago on my MF 135 with one I purchased from EBAY (assume it is China made). I successfully bled the system and got her running again and...
So, went to look at the 135 that I've been looking for, for like 8 months. Finally found it. 1972, Perkins diesel with around 4000 hours on it. Looked pretty good. Needed a jump to start since...
Greetings,
Can anyone advise on any potential Gearbox match-up problems I would encounter if I try to swap out the original Perkins AD-3 152 Diesel "Rope Seal Engine" for a AD-3 152 Diesel "Lip...
Good morning all. I did a little clean up this weekend on my new to me Massey 135, and after clean up could see a few leaks that were hidden under the grime. One being at the injector pump. It...
I have a 1973 MF 135 perkins diesel. I have done a lot of work on the hydraulics and did a custom install of a front loader. Have rebuilt many gas engines, plus repairs but, dealing with a diesel...
Hey all. So tried digging some post holes today and my 3pt wouldn稚 go up? I think it was while the pto was running it failed to operate correctly. It lifted fine while driving the tractor...
Hi Everyone, I have a Massey Ferguson 135. We are getting voltage to both sides of the coil plus points. The coil was taken to the dealership and tested as being good. We are not getting anything...
So while "cat-walking" my new to me 135 up some of the hills with the disk hooked up this past weekend it occurred to me that I probably need a little more weight on the front :laughing:
I have...
I recently purchased a MF135 with 4 rail power-adjust rims. These are 28" rims and I believe they are 12X28 based on the tire size (13.6 X 28).
I am going to have to replace the rims and possibly...
I have a Massey 135. Maybe 1963 model or so with Perkins 3 cyl engine and the 4 speed transmission with high and low range. The problem I'm having is after running through a small ditch while...
Hello friends, I need your knowledge and experience to know what I'm facing, suddenly my mf 135 diesel perkins began to spit oil through the exhaust manifold, first wet the gasket against the cap...
My first transmission fluid change and filter check. Is aligning the linkage a problem after cleaning the filter? If I leave the PTO lever in same position when replacing, how will I know if it...
What (if any) complications should I look for when replacing my PTO cover plate. I am removing the plate to inspect my filter screen for cleaning and/or replacement if needed. Need to know if...
Hi Fellow Fergie Fans (FFF).
I hope someone can help.
After some rotary hoeing I stopped for a break & then the thing wouldn't start again. (first time that ever happened).
The most likely...
Hi All,
First time tractor owner and first time poster :)
Of just had my 1969 Massey Ferguson 135 dropped off but it's suffered some damage on the way when it was lifted on and off the truck...
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I am seeking some urgent help to figure out the correct way to re-assemble a rebuilt Quadrant for a 1968 MF-135 UK. The tractor was built with pressure control /dashpot etc. I have...
I'm replacing all the gauges in newly purchased '67 MF 135 diesel. The PO did not have it connected at all so I bought a cable and it did not turn after installing it to the engine-side at the...
I have a fuel problem with my 135. It's always dependable but today I went to start it after it had been sitting a few months and it would turn over but never fire. It's definitely a fuel...
Hello Everyone,
Its been a long time since I've posted or maybe I've never posted at all, its been that long since I've visited...I generally don't have problems with my equipment! Has anyone...
Can anyone tell me if there are any differences between Massey Ferguson 135 (UK) and (US) Models as far as parts are concerned? I have a 1968 MF-135 (UK) 3 Cylinder Perkins Diesel Model. I want...
Currently in the process of selling some acreage and really wanted to buy a new Tractor with FEL. Instead of spending $25K to $27K on a new tractor I bought this 1968 Vintage Massey Ferguson 135...
Hi, I'm new to the forum and tractors in general. I inherited a MF 135 Diesel tractor recently, and I know very little about it. It runs good, but it's in a poor state of repair as far as the...
Hi all, I am new to this forum and new to the whole tractor thing I am afraid so have a few daft questions I wonder if someone could help me with.
My 135 all works well and I running a 6ft topper...
I have this older MF135 gasser with a Perkins engine. I have finally gotten it to fire up after it being in a shed for two years. I has a misfire about it. I changed the spark plugs and tried new...
Hi all, great posts, just so many of them. Hoping that someone has the experience to guide me towards the solution to my problem. I live in South Australia and have been the proud owner of a...
I have searched and searched and while I have found this question asked, I have yet to see any answer. I am about to start in on some work on my grandfather's old 135 and I know I'm going to...
Hi all, I have a '69 massey 135 with the AD3.152 perkins on board and i've been having trouble getting it up to operating temperature.
Eg. Ambient temperature is 10-15 deg.c, radiator 80% blocked...
Read that mult ipower was available in a variety of Massey tractors. I am interested in a 135.
Was it standard equipment or an option ?
Stuff I read seems to lead me to believe was optional but...
Hey All, I have a Massey Ferguson 135 with a perkins 152 gasser. I started rebuilding the engine but it had a cracked head and parts were so hard to find. I found a Massey Ferguson 35 with a 152...
A couple of months ago, bought a 135 from a friend's neighbor. The engine feels very hot when standing beside it after just 10 minutes of running. The exhaust runs along the bottom of the tractor...
Hi All,
I was having some problems with my Massey so I decided to do some exploratory surgery. The problem I was having with the brakes was that the right wheel would lock up when you applied the...
I am a relatively new owner of the a 135(3 weeks) I have been slowly sorting out and fixing all these issues.
I am not sure if I have a dual clutch or single clutch because I cant find the...
recently bought a 135 just got it running, but I cant seem to get any power to the transmission when you engage/disengage clutch pedal you can tell the engine is taking a load. you can shift...
Hey guys,
My '65 135 diesel won't start. I'm no mechanic but I did try a few things. I can hear the solenoid kick in, but no starter motor. I turned on the key switch and then held a screw driver...
My aux hydraulic pipe hose run under the 3 point link arms. As you can see in the picture the link arms hit the hoses when down.
I want to fix this up because the hoses are very badly worn...
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I am flushing the fuel tank, and changing filters on my 135. I have a leak on the fuel line from the tank to the lift pump.
My 135 it uses a black plastic fuel line about 1/4inch or less in...
Hi all!
I recently acquired an old MF-135 tractor with a new property I bought this summer. She's a great machine and I've already used her a ton this summer plowing up a garden patch, mowing...
I just purchased a Massey Ferguson 135. Im new to this forum so all help is appreciated. Im trying to figure out the year. I know it has the perkins 3 cyclinder. It also looks like it has hyraulic...
I found that my right brake pedalis slightly bent where the locking pin won't mate up. My question is. It it made of cast. Can it be heated to be bent back into shape?
1972 MF 135 diesel with 8 speed (no multi power) - what trans fluid (budget is a concern) should I use? And what would Tractor Supply carry that would work for me? I'm more likely to do that than...
I wonder if anyone could help with this issue. When I attach my vertical log splitter to my 135 with the arms in the lowest position, I am finding that under load when splitting the logs, the arms...
I have a Massey Ferguson 135 with the Z145 Continental engine. I bought a woods rotary mower and my tractor will not pick it up. I have a finish mower that it picks up but it is jerky when it...
Massey Ferguson 135 fitted with a Perkins AD3 engine won"t start up when the engine is warm, it starts from cold ok, so I don"t know why it won"t start up again until the engine has gone cold.
I have a cracked air inlet elbow connecting the air filter to the carb on a 1972 Massey 135 with a Continental Z145 gas engine. The tube is 2" ID at the air box connection, it reduces down to...
1972 MF 135 diesel with 8 speed (no multi power) - what trans fluid (budget is a concern) should I use? And what would Tractor Supply carry that would work for me? I'm more likely to do that...
Hello I have a old mf 135, has forks on the back that go up and down with control lever thats all factory. My question is i see online a lot 3 point backhoe attachments for older tractors, so im...
I need assistance with the order of Spark Plug Wires to Distributor Cap?
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Mid 70 MF 135 3 Cylinder Gasser. I think it is a Perkin痴 engine.
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I have read the firing order as 1,2,3. I think...
I need assistance with wiring on my Massey Ferguson 135 Standard 3 cylinder Gasser. The FM135 is a basic model without an Amp Meter.
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Where do the 2 wires go that the wiring diagram show they...
Greeting Gentle People,
I am glad to find a forum with great information. I have inherited the family farm because I am the last one standing. My family have owned the land since the late...
I was changing the hydraulic oil filter in my MF135, and now it's leaking oil around the shift cover plate. I cannot find the gasket for this, hoping someone on here can help!
Hey everyone! I recently purchased a MF135 and wanting to change the hydraulic oil as it is milky white. What is the best/easiest way getting to the hydraulic filter?
Can anybody tell me where the hydraulic filter(s) is located and if so how do you get to them? This is for a 1972 MF 135 gas burner w/ Perkins 3 cylinder engine and hydraulic fluid controls the...
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Have just bought a French version MF 135 first registered in 1972.
The type on the plate is 135 8S although on the reg doc it says 135 85.
Serial number is R522146 and says it was built by...
I figured this deserved its own thread. I couldn't find a MF 135 Operator's Manual anywhere online, so I found an original one for sale on eBay and bought it. It came a few days ago, and is a...
I bought an old farmhouse with 5 acres 16 years ago. When I got there it was all overgrown. I started clearing the land using a push mower, then bought a 1966 Cub Cadet 123 (first hydro) with a...
Howdy All,
At my church we have a MF-135 Diesel that we use for grounds maintenance. I recently added a Ford 907 flail mower to help with the fields and had it in use today when I started getting...
I'm going to look at a MF 135 tractor tomorrow. It has the Perkins diesel, power steering, aux hydraulics. Not sure on hours, tires look to be in good shape. I'm not sure of the year either; I'll...
I just bought a restored 1965 masey 135. Its my first tractor and it did not come with stabilizer bars or chains. I also just ordered a rotary mower from everythingattachments. I assume I need...
I have power steering fluid coming up steering column on my MF135 diesel tractor. I've put in some leak stop but so far it hasn't helped. I gather from looking on the web that I need to replace a...
I had just bought this tractor, he did say it was leaking fluid plus steering is stiff and figured the fluid was leaking down into drive box. Could this just be the seals, plate on top off power...
I have a 1970 MF135 Perkins diesel. Last year my hydraulic pressure was at about 300 psi give or take, I bought a rebuilt pump and installed it and everything worked great PSI over 2000. Over the...
hi, is there any easy way to remove the cross shaft from a mf 135 lift cover.the conrod fell out of the ram due to wear on the ram which is splined on the shaft.any ideas please
Hello ok this is what i am trying to do i have a 135 massey and the rear tires are 14-9-24 no good tubes would not help them i would like to go a lot wider like in the pic i have looked and...
I have a MF 135 Perkins diesel. The engine is rebuilt, and starts and run great. Fires up every time, on the second revolution of the engine.
The only issue is that three times (the third is...
Buying a first compact tractor has proven to be more difficult than I ever imagined. I like the older John Deere 1020 and Massey Ferguson 135, but as a maintainer and NOT A MECHANIC, I am also...
Hi everyone! Im new to this forum and have come in search of help!
I bought a Massey 135 which had been fitted with a new engine, however had not been treat nicely by its previous owner and it...
Hi I bought a massey 135 about A year ago It was supposed to have been rebuilt I could tell it had been apart by all the new gaskets. With that said I was bush hogging last week and noticed I had...
Finally have to change out the original Goodyear rear on my '67 135...I already did the other one a couple of years ago...so its not like I haven't done this before,,,,but....I've got it...
So we bought a nice looking Massey 135 gas with the z145 engine this spring and have been using it to plow, disc mow and till on our small vegetable farm this season.
Early in June we changed...
I have a mf 135 with a z145 engine and a z134 head. It puts out a whole bunch of white smoke a couple of minutes after you start it up and starts to miss alot. Does not smoke or miss at start...
I bought Massey Ferguson 135 Tractor. Please help to me for how to restore and painting method, paint colour, how check engine, giyar box, clutch, heytrolic, etc.
MF 135
perkins 3 diesel
6 spd
Ground, neutral, Engine PTO
I'm wondering what's normal here with this newer to me tractor.
Dual Clutch when fully pressed allows me to engauge the "Engine" PTO...
Hi, I have a Massey Ferguson 135 diesel and a 165 gasser. The 135 doesn't have power steering and the 165 does. I am just wondering if it's possible to take the pump and etc. off the 165 and...
My 135 made a horrible noise coming from the starter area. At first I thought I had a bad bearing and my engine was falling apart. It will start and then it sounds like a grinding between two...
So I've been going through eBay as I do when I get bored to try to look for an old Massey. There is a 135 which caught my eye but to my way of thinking it looked a bit pricey. Any ideas what price...
Brought this home couple weeks ago for grass mowing duties as well as some minor box blading.
Not exactly sure the year of manufacture, the plates missing and I plan to remove the paper air...
Just joined, been shopping for a MF135 and had a question about seat height before going further
There's 2 style seats I see most often.
Bucket type - with seat pad and thin back pad. AND
Arm...
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I have a 1972 MF 135 with the later straight axle. I have noticed that the bushes seem to have almost gone on the centre pivot point and am wondering if to tackle the job myself.
Has...
I had leak high up on the steering column so I have removed the instrument panel and steering valve cover. I found a milky white fluid as shown in the photo below.
I plan on replacing the...
Unfortunately I lost the fuel cap for my MF135 diesel tractor. I have ordered a couple of replacements, but none seal the tank tightly and there is leakage. The original cap was oblong, not round...
I have a Massey Ferguson 135 (3 cylinder diesel) with a good engine (no smoke, easy start, plenty of power etc).
I have checked the thermostat and found it to be in good order (opens at around 70...
Just bought a Massy Ferguson 135 Gas with Continental engine. It looks and runs good. I'm getting an owner's manual but it has not yet arrived. Anyone have any suggestions as to oil and gas to...
Hello,
This is my first post in MF part of the forum.
About month ago my friend call my with an information that there is Massey Ferguson that will by thrown away to scrap yard. He send my photos...
I have a 1970 Massey Ferguson 135 diesel that has milky oil in the transmission. I have found only one drain plug on the transmission and cannot see any drain on the rear differential. Can I...
I have a massey 135 with weak hydraulics, it has gotten worse over the years. Everything operates as normal but it has gotten weaker on the 3 point lift (I never use it anyways) but now it won't...
I have a old Massey Ferguson 135 diesel that has milky transmission oil. I know there are 2 drain plugs one on the left side of the trans. the other is supposed to be on the rear. I can not see...
I have to start my old friend using a wire across the main terminal with the battery cable and the small inside terminal. My fuel pump was leaking and diesel dripped into the starter. I have...
I recently purchased a Massey Ferguson 135 with the 3 cylinder Perkins gas engine. It does not have multi-power. I could tell the three point hitch did not work correctly when I bought it. With...
Hi, Ive just finished overhauling a 1969 MF 135 hydraulic pump as the pump used to chatter away and couldnt lift much latterly. Ive got a manufacturers manual which i was working through to carry...
Massey 135 Deluxe with IPTO. I have a hydraulic leak between the pressure control tube and the standpipe diverter block. I tried replacing the pressure tube O-ring, but it won't seal. Do the...
Has anyone got or know where to get wiring diagram for a 1974 135 Massey Ferguson 3 cylinder Diesel,
This tractor is fitted with high and low dipped beam.
Tractor has went under a huge face lift...
I have a MF-135, which I really like. The only thing I think I want on it that I don't have is a loader. Someone local is selling an MF-150 with a loader.
I looked into the differences between...
You guys were so helpful with my last issue that I have come back looking to tap into more of your knowledge.
I have a decent leak coming from what I believe to be the hydraulic mechanism. When...
Just bought a MF135, never had a M/F before, finally got it running, it had not been cranked in a year a half and the tank was empty, had bird nest in the air filter, like to have never got all...
Hello all, new to the site and to tractors.
I Live in Spain and have bought a MF 135 built under licence by Ebro In Spain, I believe it to be late 1960's, 3 cylinder perkins diesel with an 8...
Hello all, new to the site and to tractors.
I Live in Spain and have bought a MF 135 built under licence by Ebro In Spain, I believe it to be late 1960's, 3 cylinder perkins diesel with an 8...
OK, guys, help me out for i get killed! Was mowing today with Massey 135 (40 Hp Perkins diesel) when the throttle suddenly increased and would not respond. I threw in the clutch, took it out of...
OK, guys, help me out for i get killed! Was mowing today with Massey 135 (40 Hp Perkins diesel) when the throttle suddenly increased and would not respond. I threw in the clutch, took it out of...
My son just purchased a 1970's Massey Ferguson 135 diesel. The second stage of the clutch will not disengage the pto. We have adjusted the 3 adjustment screws on the clutch through the inspection...
Hi everyone,
I noticed white sludge and antifreeze on the head when I went to do a valve cover change on my 135 with gas perkins 3 cylinder. I don't have any white smoke, oil in coolant or...
I have an MF 135 Gas, 1972 that I purchased this Spring. I don't notice the hydraulics having an issue when bush hogging or using the grader blade. However, when I park the tractor if I have the...
does anybody know if the massey ferguson service manual -27 covers the continental engines it does say gas engines on it but I already bought a manual that said gas engines and it only covered...
Hi I was wondering if it is possible to adjust the steering radius on my massey ferguson 135 it is a 67 model year with the z145 engine i drove some other 135s before I bought this one that had a...
Trying to make the painful decision between a 135 Perkins gasser and 150 Perkins diesel. Gasser has 850 honest hours and diesel has 2200 hours, or so the gauge shows.
Taking everything into...
I have looked through the threads of others with power steering leaks coming from the steering box below the steering wheel. The fluid on mine seems to leak from the steering arms, plates on side...
I think I need to rebuild the hydraulic pump in my massey 135. Pressure tops out at 450 psi. I have cleaned the filter and changed the oil, next step is to pull the cover. This is a working hay...
I forgot to remove the roller when I removed the lift cover on my MF 135. This caused the Control Guide on the Dashpot Assembly to bend and ultimately break off. When I priced a new Dashpot...
i changed O ring seals on banjo fittings as they were weeping. had to loosen the injector pump to get at rear port. re tighted and bled system, but cannot get even a bit of a weep at injection...
I have a Massey Ferguson 135 Deluxe with differential lock. I need to replace the oil seals on the right rear axle half-shaft. The I&T manual warns that the differential lock coupler will fall off...
We seem to being having a hydraulic issue...
Last night my neighbor brought his 135 (gas) model over so we could work on it in the garage. He has been having some minor hydraulic issues for a...
High I recently bought a 135 massy ferguson I have a problem with the lift when you raise it with or with out a implement it comes up but it kind of shakes while coming up like it might be getting...
Hopefully someone on here can help me pinpoint whats going on. I recently rebuilt my 135 continental engine. The rebuild kit came with a rebuild for oil pump. I had the machine shop do the oil...
Good Morning everyone,
The problem I'm having is this: I was tilling with a 5' tiller yesterday and the PTO shaft got very hot and noticed a little smoking come off the shaft and shut it down...
Hello everyone, new to the forum. I have a Massey Ferguson 135 with a 3-cyl. Perkins gas motor.....I've read some other forums on here and everyone seems to be very helpful.
The problem I'm...
I have a remote hydraulic valve off of a massey 135 I am not using. It allows the use of the 3 point and has a single acting remote port. We used it to lift the cutter head on a mower. I...
I filled up the reservoir on my power steering, then started the tractor and found it to be leaking out of (what appears) an air relief valve on steering box below steering wheel? When I...
I am in the process of purchasing a backhoe attachment for my Massy Ferguson 135 tractor. Considering the Bush Hog 965H. Is this a good choice as far as size? Thank you for your time and input.
Changed oil and filter on massey 135 Perkins 3 cyl gas. Canister. There are missing pieces in the canister. Would like to convert to spin on filter type. Any suggestions or coments. Thanks
My Position Control is not working. On other sites I have seen references to this issue: speciifcally the position control linkage becoming displaced when the position control lever is moved...
Hi Folks,
I am taking the plunge headlong.
This tractor has been in our family since I was born. I remember being 3 years old and sitting on this thing so it has great sentimental value for me...
Tractor died while in use. Thought had fuel problem. Tank had rust so replaced tank,lift pump,filters. Have fuel getting to injector pump but can not get fuel out bleeder points on injector pump...
I got the rebuild fired up yesterday. Not without a few hiccups but I did get her going. I only lacked hooking up the gas tank and fuel. Initially it did not start and we spent nearly an hour...
Hello.
Please can someone advise?
I have a 1965 MF 135 basic machine i.e. without pressure control.
Stupidly, prior to reading a solution to a problem on this website, I removed the transfer...
Guys and gals, I recently bought the OEM agco service manual for my 135. It arrived yesterday, so I scanned through it.... In my opinion, it was somewhat incomplete. I saw no sections on...
I am looking at a Massey Ferguson 135.
Are they good tractors? Anything bad about them? Any other recommendations?
I only have about $4000.00 to spend.
I just bought a MF135 with a z145 continental engine. I don't have an owners manual yet and need to do some general maint. on it. What oil should I use? What oil filter? Any other info would be...
I just bought a 1965 MF135. I want to service the tractor before I really use it especially the filters. I like to know exactly when they have been replaced so I know when to replace them again...
I am a new owner of a MF135. How do I tell if it needs greased? And if it does how do I know how much to grease it? One last question. What kind of grease do I use?
I am the new owner of a MF135. Where is are the best places to get parts for these tractors. I need a couple of minor ones right now, but I am sure I'll need other part later. I need a gas cap and...
I've ordered the frame mount (under the tractor...not the axle mounted bumper) weight bracket for my MF135. It mounts with 4 bolts, in square pattern under the front end frame. Does anyone know...
I just bought a MF135. Where is the best place to get a operator manual and a service manual? I want to do an initial servicing check on the whole tractor. I will buy the parts manual and repair...
I am looking at a gas MF135 that isn't running right now. I like challenges. From what TractorData says a 135 may or my not have live PTO. Is there any sure way of telling if this 135 has live PTO...
Hi all!
Just bought a MF135 with a Perkins gas 3cyl, I am having an issue with it not wanting to rev up without cutting out and backfiring. It runs a little better with the choke about 60% closed...
Seemed pretty clean after 40 years....
Thinking this may have had something to do with the levers not functioning properly.
The OSHA approved rig that made everything possible. Guys aren't...
My MF 135 Diesel Serial Number Plates reads: 9A135263. I can't find this serial number listed for this tractor. Can anyone shed some light on this?
robert
A brief back story, I purchased the tractor from my neighbor who moved back to the city. He has owned it at least the last 10 years. He only ran it a few days a year and got by with a dead...
Hey Guys,
Just recently my Massey 135 diesel started smoking pretty bad. It started as just heavy light blue smoke and couple days later it would be same light blue smoke and after...
I am trying to repair and old Massey Ferguson, as the oil pump has worn out. All the other parts are in good working order, except for the oil pump.
z145 engine, 135 model. If anyone can refer me...
What is a "fair" price for this 67 Massey Ferguson Deluxe 135 with a Continental 145 engine and just over 4000hrs with the following implements in SE Michigan?
It comes with a 5ft Bush Hog...
Hi there,
Does anyone know the appropriate 'group' size for a MF135 GAS Perkins? I can measure the box and shop about but if there is a standard 'group' that fits that would be easier. If there is...
After having electrical issues and trying to pull start my 135 I thought there was more play in the clutch I solved my electrical problem and all was good for about 5 minutes of driving around...
Need help with governor adjustment
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I enjoy the forum and have learned lots here.
I just purchased a 1970, 135 with 1,000 hours on a Perkins 3 cylinder gas. It has been...
When I am bush hogging thick grass or briars the bush hog seems to slip or quit cutting till I raise it or get in thinner grass. Is that the clutch or could that be the bushhog itself?
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We are building a house on 7 acres. Most of it is flat to rolling, with half being pasture and the other half woods. One small section of the pasture is wet almost year round with natural...
the one on my tractor is missing a good chunk off it. i have been looking around and have found nothing. the part number is 523420M91 on the filter assembly part 523416M93
any help at all is...
I have a Massey 135. It has been converted to 12 volts and has worked fine for the 15 years I have owned it. The wires from the keyswitch overheated and all insulation burnt off the igntion and...
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I purchased the contents of a barn on a property that I purchased. There was a Massey 135 with a full set of implements and a new 8hp Massey lawn tractor. The 135 has 84hr on it and the...
I just bought a 1965(guy sad it was a 1967) Massey 135 gas tractor with bush hog. I have searched and am having trouble finding what I need. My plans are to use this tractor for mowing only until...
1. When trottle handle is pulled down to increase speed, the govenor rod will not open the carburator ( butterfly).
Also I really appreciate the Generator Help, from everyone.
Florida Dan
My family has a Massey Ferguson 135 my grandpa's brother purchased new and then my grandfather purchased it from him back in the early 80's. We took the tractor in to have the rear engine seal...
I've owned the massey since 2009. Got stung. Engine ran good with no noticeable noise. Radiator low on water, didn't think it was a problem. Got it home, changed oil and filter, filled...
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I just purchased a 135 Massey Ferguson Tractor Z134 gas 4cyl with 6 foot brush hog. After getting it home and trying to cut my field the tractor was amazingly under powered. It...
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I've been lurking here for months but decided to jump in. I recently purchased a well used Massey 135 equipped with a continental Z145 and multipower. The multipower is not...
Hi folks....I'm going to be looking for a tractor to replace my current Kioti CK20. The Kioti is too small for my needs and I want something that is going to last. I've always had Masseys on the...
Trying to bring back to life an old but favorite tractor. Trying to remember-- the fill cap located on the top of the transmission housing; is that for transmission only and if so, what type of...
Thinking aboutt selling my 8N And getting a 135. I know where one is with a Perkins 3 cyl. gas engine,I know nothing about them. Are they a good motor?
It has live PTO, power sreering, 13.9 rear...
I just replaced both fuel filters and the lift pump on my 64 mf 135 and now i can not get any fuel flow past the lift pump. When i cut the fuel on at the petcock on the tank i got fuel in the...
I have recently obtained a '70 MF 135 Diesel form a neighbor. He always took care of it but was not the orginal owner. It is in good shape overall, however, it is some what hard to steer. It does...
Here are pictures of my (new to me) 1966 Massey Ferguson 135 tractor with a Continental Z-145 4 cylinder gas engine and a 3 speed (high/low) transmission. Aside from a few minor dents in the sheet...
Hi i have a massey 135. The probems that im having is it has a 300 allied loader and it seems slow and not very powerful, it runs of the internal hydralics and the 3 point seem quick to respond...
I mentioned this up in the Repairs/Parts section...l finally blew a rear on my '67 135///pretty sure its the orginal...had fluid in it...not now...I'm looking for a replacement 12.4-28 rear...
I just bought a Massey 135 with the perkins diesel, just a nice little farm tractor. I intend to replace my ford NAA with it, live PTO, power steering, more HP less Fuel ect. We do small time...
Im new to the forum it looks like there is some really good advice here! Im hoping someone can help me with a problem im having with my 72 MF 135. everything seems to be in great working order but...
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I'm a typical homeowner with just under 3 acres of land in a very rural area of southern WV to maintain. Very soon (Spring/Early Summer) I will be in the market for an older used...
can anyone help me please.
is there a wiring loom availible for all the lights on a massey 135 like there is a wiring loom for the engine?
ie a wiring loom that connects from the back of the...
I have a MF-135 with Z-145 continental gas engine. about a year ago the oil pressure dropped to zero but came back up when I restarted after checking the oil level which was normal. This summer I...
I am looking at purchasing a Massey Ferguson 135 (petrol/gas) which has a quick detach front end loader (FEL) which currently has a hay fork attachment. Whilst the tractor appears to be in good...
Many years ago (1960s) I was familiar with MF 35 and 135 tractors in the UK. At the moment I am in South Africa staying at a friends vineyard. He has a MF135 and the 3pt lift arms have stopped...
I bought a Massey Ferguson 135 tractor recently and when I got it home I found it had absolutely no power. I discovered the fuel system was totally polluted. I cleaned the tank, replaced the fuel...
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I appologize if these questions are dumb as I just purchased some land and an older Massey Ferguson. I wanted to see what options I had on a finish mower, 16 acres to cut. Width and make...
I am replacing the head on my massey 135 perkins diesel but cannot locate head bolt torque pattern or specs. Also I will also need the torque specs for the valve rocker rail. Any other advice will...
I tried to post on the classifieds but it has not shown up. Anyway, if anyone is looking for the repair / maintenance CD on a 135 I have one. Please PM me if interested. thanks
I am doing some restoration on a late 60' or so MF 135. I had to do some work on the Hyd Pump. Replaced the cam blocks, the cam block follower the pump pistons and o-rings where we went into the...
Hello ,my name is John and I will soon be reworking a few things on my Massey Ferguson 135. I will appreciate all the help I can get.
Thanks in advance
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I really don't know an awful lot about FEL's but am looking for one for my 68 MF 135 diesel. See every once in a while MF with different makes etc attached to them and came across an...
I just picked up this tractor and need a few parts. It is an industrial unit I expect as it has yellow paint then orange and a final coat of blue.
Just sent off for a rear main seal, but I need...
Hi I have a massey 135 and want to put a rear remote on it. I need it because I compition plow and I need to not have to put it in constant pumping. Any ideas would be appreciated.
I've looked on the agco site and can only find a part number for the gas engine. Anyone know if the same fuel sending unit for the gas work for the diesel? Are the fuel tanks the same?
My massey...
Hello everybody, new to the site. I appreciate all the good info. I have a problem with a '73 135 deluxe, Perkins gasser, I just got last weekend. The motor wouldn't idle all the way down without...
I have a massey ferguson 135 ser #9A147353 with a 3 cyl gas perkins and 12.4-24 tires. I am trying to determine if it is a Vineyard or Orchard Model.?? What is a narrow model ??I have enclosed...
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My 1972 135 (Perkins Diesel) refused to start today. Heard a little static at the ign switch, next time I turned the key, the hot wire to the switch started smoking. The wire was old...
i have a 135 massey and i recently got a tipping trailer for it, the problem is that when i hook the trailer into the drawbar and try to tip the trailer with the controls the lift arms will lift...
Hi all, I'm in the midst of restoring a 1972 Massey 135 perkins diesel with turfs.
I just finished hooking up the lights tonight and noticed that my tractor seems to emit a steady haze of light...
Thanks for your assistance with that 165 gasser (still considering it) but now I'm looking at a 135 diesel. Seller is unsure of the year, but it looks like a late 60s or early 70s model - I...
hey guys, i just recently got a 1972 massey 135 and dont know alot about it. first, i was wondering if i have the independent pto or not. i read the manual but cant tell if mine is transmission...
Looking for some advice on this unit. Some history might be in order. I owned this tractor about seven years ago. Ran fine. Sold to a friend of my father-in-law. He used for about three years...
hey guys, just bought a 1972 massey ferguson 135 with the perkins 3cyl gas engine. The fella i bought it from has been using a 5foot bush hog with it, but i was thinking about running a 6 foot and...
The front end on the Massey 135 I purchases last year is need of a rebuild. The spindles on each side travel up and down about a 1/2" in the axle extensions. I don't think the main axle has much...
Hi everyone: Hope someone can give me some advice on this problem I have with a 1967 Massey 135. I bought it as a fixer upper and have the Perkins running like a champ. Everything works...
the front forks on the tractor will not move, need to top up fluid and want to be sure I use proper fluid and put it in the right spot. There is a little plug by the control levers with a square...
Hello all, I have a hard working MF 135. In the past 2 years the clutch does not completely release...with the pedal fully down, the tractor will continue to crawl along. This seems to only occur...
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I am unable to find a serial number plate, I did find a number on a flat surface on engine block above the Diesel injector pump. That number is 2301734 . Will post a picture as well. Have...
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What a wonderful forum you have here, so much information. Recently I acquired the familys old tractor, has not been run for many years. But I was hopeful, drained old fuel...
Hey guys! I was looking through the post and I couldn't find any on the 135 plowing. I was wondering what the 135 would be able to plow in average ground (not to much clay) 2 or 3 furrows and size...
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My local NAPA just knocked me over with a price of $244 for a rebuilt DR 1100-336, 37Amp alternator. DOes anyone know what else can be swapped in there that will fit the mounting brackets...
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My local NAPA just knocked me over with a price of $244 for a rebuilt DR 1100-336, 37Amp alternator. DOes anyone know what else can be swapped in there that will fit the mounting brackets...
Based on the recommendations of a lot of neighbors, co-workers, friends, etc. I sought out a MF 135 and found this one about 45 minutes from my house. Came with a 5' Howse cutter. No idea on...
I just purchased a MF 135 at auction. It has an oil leak that appears to be right behind the crank shaft pulley. I assume this is the front crank seal leaking. Does anyone know of any other...
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I am going to look at a MF 135 diesel next week and want to make sure I understand the differences in the models and difference between model years.
Were the 4 x 2 transmissions...
I just purchased a massey 135 and I believe there is something wrong with the 3 pt hitch. The tractor does not have any remotes. The position lever does not have any response on the lift moving...
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Hope you can point me in the right direction.
I have a massey 135 and I need a new flail mower to replace my votex topper (180cm).
I am about to purchase a Geo 175cm which weighs around...
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Newbie here, looking for advice on strange issue we had with our loader tractor today.
Picked up loaded trailer and tipped it today, dropped off from hitch on 3 point ok but further down...
Was the 6 or 8 speed transmission in the 135 synchronized? In other words were any built to be shifted on the roll? I seem to remember someone stating that on the 8 speed transmissions, that 1st...
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I have a MASSEY FERGUSON 135 and have spent out on a 3 point hydraulic log splitter. I have one hydraulic hose/pipe set up, and I have to attach the return hose to the tractor. I have...
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I opened the two bolts on my diverter valve which is located on the rhs just in front of the seat.
There is a long pipe/cylinder going down in to the transmission.
After I bolted it back in...
Hi,
I opened the two bolts on my diverter valve which is located on the rhs just in front of the seat.
There is a long pipe/cylinder going down in to the transmission.
After I bolted it back in...
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I have a Massey Ferguson 135. I bought a new battery for her the other day as the old one was dead. When i put the battery in, it started fine and i drove it for a while. When i got back...
I just bought a 1970 135 with a 3 cylinder Perkins gas. The fellow I bought it from had already broken it down ready to rebuild it. Obviously, I bought it in several hundred peices.
It came...
Hello, I was driving out of the pasture after dropping off a round bale when I heard a metallic bang from the right rear hub area. I was pulling a small hill in 3rd Low when it happened and had...
MF 135 DIESEL LEAK AROUND THROTTLE SHAFT ON INJECTOR PUMP!!!!
The throttle shaft on top of the injection pump for my 135 Perkins diesel tractor is leaking. Can it be easily repaired installed on...
Massey Ferguson 135 emblem, hood, and headlight differences.
Why are there two different models of the 135? One has the grill headlights, 3piece hood, and 135 emblems up front. The other (the...
Hey guys I'm adding some lights to the tractor and was wondering about replacing the generator with an alternator. If there is much work and cost. Also if anyone could tell me if there is a...
Can someone please educate me on a multi power transmission? I keep seeing it mentioned, but dont know what it is compared to a non multipower. My 135 has the 3 speed and hi/lo shifters on it...
Just got back from a tractor beauty contest. I got a "thanks for coming" pat on the back. LOL Gonna be hunting down some new fenders and hood/grill assemblys, and a dash panel. Preping the case...
I have been seeing new carburetors on the internet for my 135 Perkins Gasser. But I am looking for a used one preferably with the air cleaner assembly with it. Do any of you happen to have this...
I don't know the year because I can't find the S/N but it is a n AD3 152 Perkins Deisel. We need to rebuild this but can't find the S/N to find the year. I have been told a by few that it is under...
Well guys, finally got the 135 running. Its still not pretty, and needs more work. The first main goal was to get the motor together and running. I still need the proper carburator (see the vise...
I just picked up a Massey Ferguson 135, I beleive it was a good deal, it runs good the hydralics work and it came with attachments. And heres the but it does not have a pto. Just wondering if you...
Im ready to put the timing cover back on. When I bought this thing, the governor was not hooked up and apparently had not been for a long time. On this Perkins 3cyl gasser, how important is the...
I just purchased a Massey Ferguson MF 135 and would like to identify the year. It's a Perkins diesel engine. I found the identify tag/plate with the serial number on it. The location of the...
Does anyone know what the correct temp. thermostat is for a MF-135 diesal. I have a 130-140 thermostat now, I don't believe this is the right one.! When I replaced a head gasket, the company who...
Hello folks, first timer here...
I'm looking at a 135 that the local dealer has. It's a 1972 I believe with the Perkins 3 cylinder gas engine. Has locking diff., full set of working gauges, power...
I was wondering how safe/feasible it would be to put a universal PTO backhoe implement on the back of my 135? Would it be prudent to fabricate a frame for it?
Hi Folks,
I am a newbie.
Just acquired the above tractor(1969). Somebody else loved it once but then some idiot used it for pulling boats out of the sea. A heresy! Still it could be in worse...
I purchased a 1967 MF 135 not too long ago, and I absolutely love it aside from a few small issues (leaking oil pan and wiring). I am impressed with how easily the little perkins starts up and...
For those of you interested in more pictures, I finally got the motor of of the tractor today and took a few pics. The more I took apart, the more money I will apparently be spending! It seems...
I have a (I think 1972) Massey Ferguson 135. 3 cylinder gas (2wd).
I have been having trouble with the rear lift arms raisin and lowering. They seem to have slow and weak operation. Lifting...
I saw some posts mentioning "Big Dean" as a good source of Massey info. Does anyone know if he has a web site? I guess as far as that goes, know of any other web sites with tech info on them? Thanks
Whats anybodys general opinion of the Massey 135? I found a 1971 model with a 4 cylinder gas motor. The motor smokes some but runs good, everything else works ( pto and hydro). I guess its the...
I recently purchased an aftermarket hydraulic control for my 135. I have put it on, taken it off, etc because I can't get it to work properly. Apparently I don't know how it properly fit the...
I have a 135 Perkins Diesel with no power steering and only a 3 point lift.
I would like to use this tractor to rake hay with and have the other baling behind it, but the rake I bought needs 1...
Hello, I have a Massey Furgeson 135 with the 3 cylinder Perkins Diesel and am having Diesel in the Crank Case.
I ordered a new lift pump ($37) and will be replacing that as a start. I am...
I am thinking about buying a 135 diesel from a friends dad? It has been a while since i have seen it but i know it has a FEL and might come with a couple 3-point attachments. I know it has not...
After a couple of months use, I'm convinced I got the right tractor when I purchased my 135 diesel. My other tractor has a hydrostatic transmission and this one takes some getting used to to make...
I removed my lift cover to fix a problem with my position control linkage. I fixed that but I found a crack in the cylinder wall. Is it difficult to replace the cylinder ? I'm concerned about any...
Howdy all. I found a pretty neat little 3 cyl diesel MF-135 at a local tractor seller. It has the 3 speed transmission and manual steering. It had been sitting on his lot unmoved for 4 weeks. It...
My 1964 MF-135 diesel is showing unusual oil pressure fluctuations. Oil pressure before this problem arose stayed in the 50-60 psi range constantly.
Now after engine start the pressure rises to...
My list of vintage balers for the 135 includes the MF-3, MF-35, NH-273, JD-14T and the IH-46.
Are these the correct size balers for a 135-size tractor?
Any others come to mind?
How about...
Since I got the 1964 MF-135 diesel about 18 months ago, I haven't used the pto at all. I noticed when I bought the tractor that it was hard to shift into the engine pto range but it did shift into...
Been looking for one of these for nearly a year. Plan to start haying 7 acres next year.
This one appeared in Thursday's classified ads. Six foot sicklebar with hydraulic lift.
Paid $150 for it...
My 1964 MF-135 diesel needs it's fuel line rerouted to eliminate an interference with the new vertical exhaust line I'm installing. The original exhaust was horizontal (the 135 is an orchard...
Engine is overheating after about 10 minutes of operation. Coolant coming out of the radiator overflow. Temp gauge in the red.
I thought the crud on the radiator that was severely restricting...
My 1964 MF-135 diesel has been retrofitted with an adapter that handles a spin-on oil filter, replacing the original cartridge type.
I remember visiting a website that handles spin-on adapters...
Got this baby last July and finally have the time now to clean it up, repaint and rewire.
While detailing the engine I discovered the ID tag under a thick layer of grease and grime. The tag is...
A few weeks ago my neighbor dragged this pull disc over to my place. It measures about 6-ft between the outer discs. Has disc scrapers too.
Looks to be in pretty good condition considering it...
My neighbor says I should attach a few salvaged diesel engine heads to the front end.
I've seen hunks of railroad track used as front end weights.
Anyone out there have other innovative ideas...
I'm getting ready to change all the fluids in the 1966 MF-135 diesel that I'm fixing up.
Changing the fuel filters requires bleeding the air from the fuel lines.
That's an easy job on my 2005...
Has anyone out there rigged up auxiliary hydraulic ports on the MF-135?
I have Big Gene Austin's CD on the MF-135 and it includes a ton of info on remote hydraulics. I haven't had time to wade...
My newly-acquired 1966 MF-135 was retrofitted with an alternator years ago. It's a Delco-Remy 12-B single wire unit. There's no external voltage regulator.
Anyone familiar with this particular...
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I have a friend who is looking at a Massey 135 . How do you tell the diffrence between the US verses the UK version of the 135. And are the UK versions hard to get parts for.
Dad finally decided he is going to tear down his old MF-135 and rebuild the motor as the plugs keep fouling out so bad and it doesn't have the power it should. He tried using the sleeves but they...
Ok, dealers are sparce here in SE Alabama. So, my options are a little limited.
I can get a 1968 MF-135 for $5000 with 2150hrs. It has a PTO that stops when it gets warm that the dealer will...
The local dealer wants $5000 for a MF-135 with 2150 hrs. It's a 1968. The back tire has some cuts and the fronts are pretty worn. The PTO stops when it gets warmed up but he said he'll fix...
Does anyone know if the MF 135's ever had soft or hard cabs, and/or if such things are available any more?
It sure gets cold up here in Canada, when I'm out blowing snow.
Many thanks.
Peter H.
I am looking to cosmetically restore my old nasty ferguson 135,
which runs great but has been outside forever, crunched here and there,
previous owners of course,fenders,front lower panel...