Recent content by JFahey

I bought a model 4100 deere that is pretty hard to start. I am not sure how to preheat the glow plugs on this tractor. I tried pushing in on the key, but it will not budge. Cranks for about 15 or 20 seconds in 60 70 degree weather before it fires up and smokes like crazy for a little bit...

I bought a model 4100 deere that is pretty hard to start. I am not sure how to preheat the glow plugs on this tractor. I tried pushing in on the key but it will not budge. Cranks for about 15 or 20 seconds in 60-70 degree weather before it fires up and smokes like crazy for a little bit. After...

Was working fine then it just quit turning. Took the dash apart to expose all the wires and quick connects. No idea what I moved...but it started working. Used it for a half hour, quit again. Banged on the fuse box and wiggled all the wires and the main wire harness and it started working again...

Was working fine then it just quit turning. No loud noises, nothing blew apart... just quit turning. Noticed the little PTO light is not lit on the instrument cluster now either. Any input is appreciated.

I need price advice on a 2012 Massey 1643 loader tractor with 695 hours on it. Looks like it spent some time outside but not abused looking. Is it worth $22,000? I drove it around today and it goes nice. Everything in the cab works. Is this a descent deal?

Is one of these engines more desirable than the other. Massey went from the Iseki to the Mitsubishi when the new 1700 series came out. Anyone know the pros and cons of either of these power plants? Thanks, Joe

There’s a 5 year old Massey 1643 cab tractor with a FEL on Craigslist for about $4,000 less than a brand new TYM T454 with about the same options. The Massey has under 700 hours on it. Looks like its in nice shape. Rears are loaded. I want a tractor that I’ll have for the next 30 years. It needs...