Recent content by stump54

Hydraulic Top Link Cat. 2-2 with... Amazon.com

This was certainly worth the research effort… Besides the hydraulics, I wanted something that would compensate for the Pat’s quick hitch extension, and add a quick-attach to the top. Also, found I can use the inexpensive, locally available, top-link balls by doing a little grinding…

I was surprised to see this particular hose is attached with hose clamps. I would have thought pressure too high for that. Looks to be 7/16 ID, non-braided. Any idea of a source for this type hose (TS, NAPA, etc)?

What is the conventional wisdom on replacement of hydraulic hoses? Replace at set intervals or only when needed?

This weekend was spent adding a WR Long 3rd Function Hydraulic Valve (VK12) and Everything Attachments' 55" root grapple (wicked-55) to my 2006 Massey Ferguson MF1540, with the MF1525 Loader. While I intended to install the valve myself, the $115 install price from White's Tractor Company, and...

Better pics. Are you saying this plastic plug is the fill-level?

That's the picture in my manual. However, plug #1 does not exist on my tractor… Not a great pic, but that's where plug #1 should be... I drained #3 on both sides, and filled at #2. 7.9 qts (as called for) brings the level to the threads on plug #2...

I decided to service my 2006 MF1540 myself this time. I'm discovering my owners manual isn't as accurate as I'd like Seems the tractor's 4x4 front axle doesn't have the "level check plug" referenced for determine fluid level. What I have is an odd shaped filler plug that I'm wondering if...

I thought I was asking EA when I quoted Travis' post… I guess I could have been more specific, as I've already decided on their Wicked Root Rake Grapple. Only question is, what size. That said, I certainly don't mind other's input.

Turns out I can have the kit installed by a local dealer for about what I'd pay for parts. Hopefully, I'll get that done in the next week. Leaves the choice of grapple. Whats recommended for mostly clearing brush/branches with my '06 MF1540 (type/size etc)...

I'm picking up these parts this weekend in anticipation of ordering my 3rd function kit. Any reason why I couldn't install the parts now, or should I wait until I have the kit?

My thoughts exactly, however, I confirmed with another dealer and they have the same price...

Does $93.00 for those parts sound right?

Anyone have an online source for MF parts?