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Changing the hydraulic filter and its super tight stuck. Is there a way to relieve any checked/holding ? pressure on this circuit if there is any? Is there a way to park it without the hydraulic system locking? Tried a spanner wrench and it stripped the only tooth I could get it onto. Going...

1972 Ford 2000 Its time for a new seat. I have have had a universal seat on my tractor for ~ 15 yrs but remember the OE seat felt better. I ordered an Ai replacement pan seat with suspension but it doesn't sit as comfortable. The Ai seat seems farther forward and doesn't have that much...

I put a new (off of ebay) steering sector on my tractor because the old one was worn out and leaked. I am a little disappointed the steering isn't easier with the new unit. The new unit took out all the slop in the steering but still takes more effort than I think it should. In comparison a...

'72 Ford 2000 manual steering sector. I am installing a complete new aftermarket manual steering unit on my tractor. My shop manual says SAE 90 Ford numbers ESW-M2C 28-BA or ESEN-M2C94A. So what is recommended as best slickest oil for easiest steering possible? A synthetic gear oil ...

Doing some box blading and need to angle my blade. I have a tractor supply generic speeco turn buckle type on one side and the factory leveling arm on the other side. But the boxblade is too heavy to adjust easily and quickly. Thinking of buying another factory type leveler for other side and...

I usually just rinse the tank with fresh water a couple of times then fill with a bit of water and spray til fresh water comes out. I usually spray glysophosate and 2-4-D. But The handle and valve still get a bit of sticktion to them with age. Is there any better thing to clean them out...

I am in pretty hard red clay and the cultivating tines are clawing pretty slowly. I ordered the digging tines and hope they are better. I am wondering can you just run half the tines to be more aggressive cutting or maybe to dig out a narrow trench for border? What are some tips to help...

Are the threads to take off the clutch / drum and access the drive sprocket (they call it a ring) a left handed thread ? I have the piston stop tool but never taken one off. It seems pretty straight forward take sparkplug out rotate to get piston down or up to approx correct point install stop...

I have a '08 5603 cab 12FR power reverser. I bought it used with about 800 hours last year. Its been flawless for about 100hrs. Just recently its developed an issue engaging the PTO. The lever is really hard to pull/push and get the PTO to engage. Its like the lever is binding but I think...

I know this is asked adnausium but bare with me. I would like to plug aerate, seed, Fert, and lime back to back. Its early spring and 2nd best time. I have a soil analysis and it says I need lime 60 lbs per 1000 sqft and other stuff too. Soil is pretty compacted. And there is only a...

Upstate South Carolina.....I have lots of sweetgum samplings 3-6" 's I would like to cut down. But its now winter and the saps down so my usual treatment of brush killer straight on the stump won't kill the stump/root. What is the best to do besides ripping them out. Many are just under the...

On my '72 the fuel line from tank to filter then from filter to IP needs replacing. from the factory they were bent metal tubing with inverted flare connections. Is there an easier product to work with like plastic tube that you can use? Or does most everyone cut the metal line off and clamp...

The first time I try to engage my PTO it grinds pretty bad. I sometimes cut the machine off and slip it into PTO then recrank. Are there any tricks to help reduce grinding while running? I have tried to put into gear and rev the engine up (just to engage lever) then went back to idle to let...

I have a 15 yr old AYP Statesman lawn mower. It is 20 hp 50" cut. The other day I went to cut grass and the motor sounds labored. I am guessing one of the spindles or more is worn out and dragging. I have replaced one idler and V belt last year. There is no where to grease any of the...

Bump and go string feed vs the "pivot heads" - Lowe's "The Ugly Head" I saw this thread: http://www.tractorbynet.com/forums/garden-tools/209217-stihl-trimmer-head.html Not sure if I should have just posted there or started fresh but .... I saw a TV ad for a "Pivot Head" that was pretty...

My tractor (72 Ford 2000) doesn't seen to be charging the battery. Am thinking of getting a new generator and regulator off of ebay seems a cheap enough fix but ..... the wiring looks a little funny and needs some new wire too. The positive battery lead is tied to the side of the starter...

I posted in another thread down in the Kubota section but its a general maintenance / chemical question so I might get more traffic and better answer here. Anyone ever use a detailing spray? Black Magic CD-2 or Gunk-Shine. How about 303 spray or other? When I bought my used tactor it had a...

I have a couple old shovels that the wood is drying out and splitting at the wood grain. Then it makes nasty splinters. I have sanded the handles down and would like to protect them and for new to make them last longer. I thought about painting them but then wonder if a stain would be...

Can you decode the serial number to determine year and transmission? I see a tractor for auction sale but don't see info on transmission. Serial No. *LV5320T335138* Its a 5320 tractor do any of the other numbers reference the transmission or other build options? Is the serial number...

I see an ad for a JD 2355 tractor with an 8 F 4 R transmission. I have never operated one but the tractor appears to be low hours clean and a decent deal. Too far to drive to check it out. I am use to my old '72 Ford 8x2 transmission but would like something a little faster changing...

I have a '72 Ford 3000 12.4x28 tire with 6 loop mount rim/center. I had a rim rust through and cut the intertube. They are probably original and rusted to pieces. So I have taken off the whole assembly and going to put on new brake shoes and bought new rims and tires. While apart I am going...

I tried to look on tractordata but did not see info. Is the 9F3R manual transmission synchronized or not? I'd love to hold out for a power reverser but this seems like a pretty good deal if transmission is at least synchronized. I will be doing a fair bit of direction changes but mowing...

What is the trick to putting a hood and front clip back on semi straight? I had a leak in my radiator so I figured no problem take off the hood front clip take out radiator and take it to a radiator shop to fix it. Then put it all back together. Well it was going too easy and all according to...

Ok What do ya'll do for miscellaneous "logging" chain that sits outside a lot. You go to use it and rust stains your hands and clothes orange. I try and put my good chains in a 5 gallon bucket and spray a little oil on them for storage. Helps keep them from rusting but they are still a bit...

1972 Ford 3000 industrial tractor.... My 3pt hitch quit lifting and I thought it was just low on fluid but as soon as I got off the tractor I realized it blew the line off the pump and pumped out all the fluid. So I tried to just take the connection apart and reseat it but it did not help it...

I replied to thread about greasing my hitch. I do grease the ball. Since my trailer sits for long periods w/o use I also like to spray some PB Blaster, WD-40, Marvel Mystery Oil, Chain Lube etc, what ever is nearest at hand, on the leaf springs, shackles, and pivot. Seems to quiet the trailer...

I am looking at a 60ish hp tractor JD, NH, and Kubota. Kubota has skid steer type attachment already JD,NH do not iirc. One NH dealer I have visited likes to sell Bushhog brand loader instead of NH brand on thier tractors because they are cheaper and I assume because they are skid steer...

Where do you go to find info on all the different model numbers. I have used tractordata.com but that site doesn't have pictures. Anyother good sites.

2 wheel drive tractor old and loose steering, mostly a mower. What is the advantages of the 3 ribbed std farm tractor tire? Why not use a treaded tire. Which is easier on grass? I am thinking new ribbed tires are going to cut more turning. Mine have been bald for a long time and have been...

My brother in law bought an old used Hyster Forklift. Its gasoline powered is about all I know. He put type F ATF in I think. What is suppose to be added to it? Can FA or AF be used I've only driven manual transmissions for the last 12 years and never had a newer than ~'84 auto so I am way...

I have what I believe is a 1972 Ford Low center of gravity (LCG) tractor. Looking at it in comparison to a farm tractor the main difference is the front axle extensions or kingpin thingys. What ever you call them. If so I'd like to one day put on the taller extensions to give the oil pan more...