A follow up on my original post above is that I managed to import a full 70's factory manual from a farmer in England. The mechanical intricacies of the 185/188 are seemingly identical to 165's upwards and only in differ in specs and tolerances due to larger parts etc than their smaller...
Hi all
I have a Massey 188 and would like an experienced opinion on how to power a loader. I understand that I can use the existing 3-point pump via a diverter/spool valve setup, but my concern here is that the articulation will be horribly slow as this pump, I believe, has plenty pressure, but...
Compliments of the season and happy tractoring to all.
Does anyone with concise technical knowledge of old school mechanical injector systems know if we're damaging our pumps and nozzles with clean low-sulphur diesels?
The towns nearest my farm only stock 50ppm diesel and I used to previously...
Greetings fellow tractor enthusiasts
I recently bought a neglected Massey 188 which, I understand, is identical to the 185 other than a longer wheelbase by means of a 6" extension in the gear casing.
I plan to use it on a small farm I've recently bought for my retirement
The tractor runs well...
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I'm a new owner of a small holding in Mpumulanga, South Africa.
My objective is to permanently leave city life and become self-sustaining. I also wish to form friendships with like-minded folks.
Whilst not totally new to farming and country living, there is much I will need to learn...