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    JD 4200 gears whine/drag

    I've had this machine less than a year. It has less than 900 hours. When I first bought it, everything was perfect. I mowed 5 acres field fine in May. No problems, no worries. I notice that the transmission oil is not up to mid-way in the sight window. I added a quart or two to get it a...
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    MF135 transmission housing leak

    Bought this MF135 in May and used it a few times with a box blade. I knew it had some leaks when I bought it. I'm investigating the leaks now. Leak #1. Someone drilled a hole in the bottom of the transmission housing? See photo. As I wiped the grime off the bottom of the transmission housing, I...
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    MF135 starting issues and weird wiring

    This is my second tractor, so I'm still wet behind the ears. MF 135 Diesel 1966. I'm no mechanic but willing to learn. It won't start unless I jump the solenoid with a screwdriver. That's caused by a bad solenoid or starter? Battery is fully charged. Second, the wiring seems wonky. The key...
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