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I have a Massey 492 that I have an 8' blower on, it stopped lifting today. The blower is heavy but I dont think beyond the three points capacity, 4k at the lift points. The blower might be 2k in weight but is probably 4-5' beyond the lift arms. It lifted it all winter last year and lifted...

I dont have alot of farming experience and need to turn a heavy sod type field that has never been turned. The soil has a fair rock content. I have the option of either a three point bottom plow or a tow behind chisel. I think I would rather use the bottom plow but am afraid of damaging with...

I have a Massey 492 that has a feature where steering is not operational until engine has warmed hydro fluid to a factory set temp. This can take 15-20 mins of run time depending on ambient temp. and is more than frustrating when you need to get going with the machine. I am looking at a 583...

A buddy borrowed my tractor and attached his New Holland 499 Haybine and then went out of town. I need to remove it and the pump but can't figure out how to pull the pump off the PTO shaft. I can't see a pin to push or collar to twist or pull. Any help would be appreciated.

What are basic differences between row crop tractors and utility in same HP class?

My tractor manual specifies SAE 90 for my front diff & finals. Is 80W90 the same? I don't see straight 90 anywhere. Any brands better than others?

I chisel plowed a 5 acre grass field today, went over it twice at different directions. The chisel really tore it up leaving large chunks of sod, very rough to run the tractor on. I need to break the sod up now and have a tow behind 14' disc. Do you just repeatedly go over the sod clumps with it...

Looking at used 3 pt blowers and have seen both 540 rpm and 1000 rpm. My tractor has both a 540 & 1000 shaft. Is there any advantage to either? Should I stay away from 1000? My tractor has 85-90 PTO HP and a 12 spd

Just curious if anyone knows what type of final drive the 6110/6010 has. Planetary or spur? Also does anyone know the front and rear axle weight capacities?

What's the largest case model either new or discontinued that has s mid PTO offering?

Are planetary or spur gears better on a compact utility? I've read where planetary are more durable, I assume this give better longevity? Is the cost difference worth it. How do bull gears differ?

Does anyone know differences between the DL130 loader and the DL135 loader? I can't find specs anywhere on the new DL135.

Has anyone done their own install of a mid PTO to their tractor? How difficult is it, can a capable person install or should it be left up to the dealer?

Does anyone have experience with tractor tire studs? Do they work or are they a waste of time and money?

What's the most durable paint the average guy can buy off the shelf for painting a plow blade?