Recent content by jtheise4

I am looking to purchase either a snow pusher or a snow blade (with hydraulic angle) for my tractor. I currently am using a back blade and bucket, which get's the job done, but isn't very efficient. I've priced out the pusher and blade and they seem pretty comparable. So, now I'm looking for...

Just picked up a Stihl MS150 C-E today for trimming trees at our new house. Can't wait to try it out.

Has anyone changed their fuel filter on a MF1643 (or any 1600 series tractor)? Mine is going to need changed fairly soon and the owners manual really isn't very descriptive. I've never owned a diesel before and it's my understanding that the fuel system needs to be bled after changing the fuel...

I am looking for a box blade with hydraulic scarifiers. I think I have it narrowed down to a Landpride HR25 series (72") and the RHINO HB72 (72") box blades. Does anyone have any first hand experience with either of these blades? Are hydraulic scarifiers worth the extra cost? Are there any...

I have a MF 1643 HST and I notice that if I'm sitting still and turn the wheel, it will only turn the tires a small amount and then stop. Doesn't matter what the engine RPMs are. Once I start moving, the steering has full motion. Is this normal?

I wanted to get some opinions on what fluid to use in the front axle of my MF1643. According to the owners manual, it states to use Permatran III, but that seems really thin for axle gears. I'm inclined to use Mobi 1 75W90 synthetic. What are others using? Thanks.

I recently changed the hydraulic fluid on my Massey Ferguson 1643. I have a DL120 loader on it and its a hydrostatic transmission. I've been using the tractor for the past 3 or so hours and every thing seems to be working just fine. I was glancing through the owners manual last night and...

My Bobcat RG48 grapple finally came in last week, so I picked it up Saturday from my dealer. Hooked it up on Sunday and took some pictures. I haven't had time to use it yet, but I am certainly looking forward to putting it to work!

I just brought this home from my grandpa's farm over the weekend.

Finally got a set of rear remotes added to my MF1643. Only regret is that I didn't get them installed from the start.

Changed my HST fluid last night on my MF1643. Couldn't have been simplier. After filling up with fresh fluid, I started the tractor up, raised and lowered the FEL and 3PH multiple times and then drove it around. When I returned to the garage to check the fluid level it was down about a half...

After more research than I care to remember, I placed an order with my local dealer today for a Timberwolf TW-P1 log splitter. I also ordered the optional table grate. Hopefully I'll have it within the week and be splitting wood next weekend.

We picked up about 6" of the white stuff in SE Michigan. I went out and cleared my driveway with my MF1643 for the first time. Lots of fun!! The drive is about 75' long. I used my FEL and rear blade. Having a tractor sure is nice...now only if it had a cab!

Its that time of year in Michigan to put away the rotary mower for the year. Unfortunately, I don't have room in my garage to store my bush hog, so I have it sitting outside on cinder blocks. My question is, should I place a tarp over it or just leave it exposed to the elements? How does...

I'm thinking about adding at least hydraulic top control to my tractor and possibly top and tilt. I've read that most people use the top control 80% of the time and rarely use the tilt function. I'm wondering if those of you who have both top and tilt find you use both functions and if so, can...