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  1. Desert Bred

    Driveline parts I.D

    Thanks Wb I had no clue whether or not they were the same so I found a manual on eBay and finally a parts manual for the ts254.. To reciprocate, if anyone needs any specific pics of the manual let me know I'd be happy to send them your way. Includes ts-25a 25k 25y 300a 254 304a. I also had...
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    Driveline parts I.D

    Hi guys. I have an issue come up that I can't identify the parts to be able to purchase. I'm including some pics and as well the manual PDF shot that I circled a few of the parts that I think need to be replaced. Only thing is I don't have the corresponding names, so if anyone has a copy of...
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    Welding extension question 110v

    Ok.i just read the conclusion of 2x 12-2 romex would be better. Then could've used it after the job to wire the stalls. Anyway, got in my car earlier to pick up some wire.sat there . Read some more replies about generators and looked on Craig's. Found one (UST (5500W) for $350. Got down to...
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    Welding extension question 110v

    Lincoln 140hd says using a 20 amp breaker is ok and I haven't popped it since using that breaker. And will be welding same type of metal and .35 wire. I'm shooting for the thhn wire 10 gauge, cut into 3 pieces for each : +,-, and ground. I can get 500' for 50$ I'm about to run the voltage...
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    Welding extension question 110v

    Have a 140hd Lincoln welder that if like to use only that I need it 160ft away from the nearest 20amp outlet. Instead of using 10-2 romex with plugs on either end, AND because it's a one time job and in could use 12-2 wire... Is it possible to run 2x 12-2 wire instead ?
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    Spreader  Electrical question re: the spreader controller

    I picked up a Turf Ex 1875 spreader from an auction. The unit is a fully 12v unit that can be mounted on trucks atv's tractors etc. There are separate motors for the hopper auger, spinner, and vibrator. There is a wiring harness or something that i forgot the name for that ties in all those...
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    Looking for used radiator for 254 ts

    I put a hole in my radiator and was wondering if anyone out there might have one that would fit and would like to sell - db
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    Glow plugs or not?

    Hi guys. I've been having some troubles with my electrical system whereas i am blowing fuses - a type of fuse that i hadn't seen before where there is extra wire wrapped at the head of the fuse - to use when the fuse fails. there is no glass to these fuses.. anyhow.. i read a post about a...
  9. Desert Bred

    Pto driven water pump

    So many thanks for that link I have been looking and to no avail.. I found those other pictures - the plumbing diagram.. here now the question i have is - are the pressure gauge and the pressure relief valve plumbed oppositely.. that after the roller pump comes the relief? so the series is...
  10. Desert Bred

    3 pt backhoe oil coming out of sump

    What could cause it from pouring out of the cap overflow drain pipe? I was using it digging a hole and heard the oil pouring out.. **** off the pto and it kept pouring out (pump attached)??
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    Pressure relief / unloader valve question

    Hi fellas I bought a pto water pump with max 19.6 gpm -300 psi max.. http://bit.ly/1oTApFpLink... I have been utterly unsuccessful at finding a pressure relief valve / unloader valve that would be good for this pump. Something reasonably priced (@20-30$).. Does anyone have some expertise on...
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    Pto driven water pump

    Looked at another model : says Pump shaft rotation: CCW the Ferroni says CW. my pto goes CW.. so the pump should be for CCW 'When direct coupling shafts, always MATCH THE OPPOSITE ROTATION pump with the shaft.' but on ruralking the answer to a question about a pump (Shaft Size: 5⁄8” solid...
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    Pto driven water pump

    Ok me wants this but me don't know where to buy the pump for sure.. Is it a hydraulic motor connected to water pump or is hydraulic motor/pump same.? http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-HBBdcmo92I&sns=em Sent from my iPhone
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    Help identify this part

    Right behind the High Low gear shifter there is this part that has finally crapped out and without it functional u have to jump the tractor from the starter.. Two wires that connect to it, I tied together to simulate a closed switch- to no avail- I still have to jump it at the starter. Is...
  15. Desert Bred

    Front axle hairline crack

    I'm a bit worried to see a tinge of oil leaking from the front axle in what appears to be a tiny crack. What would you guys do in a situation like this to prevent it from getting worse? Thanks Db
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    Front wheel oil leaking

    Does anyone know where the oil is leaking from 'name'- so I can start to inform myself how to repair the leak Thanks guys
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    Backhoe  Better than a tree spade

    I used a backhoe to dig a 16' perimeter around a lemon tree, 3' deep. Tied a cable around the base and pulled a cable through the bottom to cut whatever roots were there Then wrapped in burlap Lifted it out with the forks, all in one little root square. Got over the tree spade idea pretty...
  18. Desert Bred

    Pat's Easy Change  Better than a tree spade

    Wrong thread
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    3 pt lift troubleshooting

    Having some issues with the 3 pt . When the problem occurred I was joking up the front loade, shimmed the pressure valve on the fel to 2k, and filled up the sump too much that to lost a lot of oil through the weep hole or other... Any help would be appreciated Db http://youtu.be/E-hstuZfyR8
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    Anyone know what kind of cylinder

    It's from a Davis 8D14 loader.. Kind of old. The hickey drifts down so I think it needs repacking.. From what I understand thus far. Does anyone know where to get a kit for these? Thanks in advance
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    Loader cylinders - can a cylinder need repacking even without leaking and more

    I bought this loader and just finished mounting it - and it is an older loader Davis 8D14. The cylinders are quite large. I'm running the loader via the pto mounted pump to the IN of the valve assembly and from there -to the sump. It took a while and some manual lifting to get the bucket...
  22. Desert Bred

    O- ring needed or not

    I'm wondering because this o ring is too large how to compensate is it needed if I am using silicone as a gasket?
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    Davis loader on Chinese tractor mounting question

    Hi guys I am trying to mount this old loader to a 254 tractor. Things line up pretty well (had to remove exhaust). But I am a bit concerned about the weight. The frame body is pretty heavy so I want to make sure that it is mounted securely in the back. question is - from the pics.. am i ok to...
  24. Desert Bred

    Wheel not aligned?

    Noticed that the right wheel (or left if sitting on tractor) is not in alignment with the other. I recently broke that partiular front wheel final drive assembly housing in 3 pieces and had to move the tractor so... after welding it together and putting it on, drove to the destination and...
  25. Desert Bred

    Trans fluid.. what kind?

    Ok so I went to change the oil, and underneath I found 3 plugs. The two on either side of the middle larger plug had nothing to plug (nothing drained out). The middle one gave about 3 gal of a caffe latte colored oil. My question is Those two plugs are (guess here) for the rear axle...
  26. Desert Bred

    Trans fluid.. what kind?

    What suitable type of transmission fluid do i need to replace with in the trans assembly?
  27. Desert Bred

    Davis Split bucket.. What for?

    Found this loader. Why is the bucket split into two sides? Also, if anyone is familiar.. this Davis has its own pump.. why? is it normal? i know it's older..
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    Can low oil cause crack?

    I cracked the final gear assembly housing. Could it have been caused by very low oil? Also, how do you know how much to fill? like the sump.. almost all the way? what is this part of the tractor called anyways?
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    Reducing overall Tire Size?

    Hi. I have: Front tires that are: 6.00 - 16 Looking at some used tires and rims that are: 5 - 14 Rear tires that are now 9.5 - 24 Looking to put 8.3 x 20 Does anyone know if this will work off hand? Thanks for the insight. DB
  30. Desert Bred

    Increasing bucket curl (rollback angle)

    It wasn't much but it did the trick. didn't touch the top hole at all.. good luck
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    Tires! 11r-22.5 can they be used for tractor tires?

    Probably a simple answer but i came across some free tires and was wondering if they would work.. anybody? Thanks db
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    Here goes.. or there goes 4x4

    thanks sd- i took the final drive reduction housing apart ;) --('A' in the pic above) -and found what is may be a bearing gear that has a few teeth broken (not completely though) and a broken o-ring measuring 11" long (or 5.5" diameter) not knowing the o.d(?) of the o-ring. the wheel is off...
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    Here goes.. or there goes 4x4

    Alright i'm venturing into unchartered territory with terms and definitions and as a 1) new tractor owner 2) limited in mechanical experience 3) not much of a manual for my chinese tractor so... After a lot of picking up dirt and transporting it, as well as transporting brick with the front...
  34. Desert Bred

    On the farm, if you had only one tool what would it be?

    Just curious.. I'd say the welder.
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    Who knows why this happens

    When flicking a lighter (no gas applied)- little sparklets appear. Who knows?
  36. Desert Bred

    Increasing bucket curl (rollback angle)

    Update: That didn't work. Looks like the cylinder hole needs repositioning too. Will try this setup.
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    First loader..how does this FEL placement look?

    I liked your picture so much I had to take one of my own.. Now for that curling issue..
  38. Desert Bred

    Increasing bucket curl (rollback angle)

    LOL the blue will be new lower bracket position.
  39. Desert Bred

    Increasing bucket curl (rollback angle)

    How could i increase the curl by changing the pin holes here? anyone done this? Also.. any danger in welding on the underside of the tractor (back axle)?
  40. Desert Bred

    Power beyond 254

    The aux still has the same pressure rating i'm assuming.. and could be used for a loader? i'm not sure really. But if so, couldn't I use this adapter or this The steering return into the sump is m22 1.5 as well. Would you plumb a loader in-line to the system via the pump that is used for...
  41. Desert Bred

    What front loader are you using?

    Hi guys, I bought a Massey F 216 loader for my tractor and it is too small for it. I have a 25 hp (TS 254) Shandong company type oddball tractor that sits up WAY up for 25hp. The front wheels are 28" diameter roughly. So very tall off the ground this tractor sits that i'm not sure what...
  42. Desert Bred

    Power beyond 254

    Does anyone know if the port above the filter is the power beyond- and if plumbing to the FEL can be achieved through this port... also if someone uses a power beyond- where do they feed the return line??
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    First loader..how does this FEL placement look?

    I just lowered the front end 3 inches on the bumper mount and looks like we have lift off. is that bucket too small though?
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    First loader..how does this FEL placement look?

    Here goes.. it's almost recessed completely back into position with 3-4" it will need to go back. this loader looks like its resting high in my opinion but the cylinders look like they can still go down a bit. the power steering cylinder is in the way. the vertical intake column is in the way...
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    First loader..how does this FEL placement look?

    Great idea i didn't think of removing the bucket to check. that would definitely work as long as the front bumper mount will hold it i think it may without the bucket. here are some more pics.. this would be one of my first welding jobs so i'm hesitant to start. the frame of the FEL is much...
  46. Desert Bred

    First loader..how does this FEL placement look?

    Is this recessed too far back? Should it be more forward.. I removed the bumper and just welded/bolted the adapter plate onto the frame.. The loader is a MF216-
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    Does anyone know how to dis-asemble this?

    it is from the power steering assembly mount where the zerk is located. i unscrewed the bottom took out the spring, unscrewed the zero nut but the bolt is still in there
  48. Desert Bred

    MF 216 loader on 25hp 2cyl mounting

    Hi guys, I have a MF216 loader for my 25hp Taishan that is much too long for the mounting hardware. I welded on the front mount directly onto the frame after removing the front bumper/hitch thingamajig. Does the front mount look ok?
  49. Desert Bred

    Leaking shifters affecting 3pt?

    Well, just in case anyone comes across this: the arm with the nut visible: loosening the nut toward the rear along with the sleeve (comes after the nut toward the back) - basically did the trick. thanks for the input guys.
  50. Desert Bred

    Leaking shifters affecting 3pt?

    Thanks and noted- for later on in the day to look into that particular issue. I did drain sump on lift assembly and all looked good and replaced all. next, i tried to raise the gannon and it went again- 1/2 up.. removed the gannon and tried to raise it and it raised all the way up.. Under...
  51. Desert Bred

    Leaking shifters affecting 3pt?

    Thanks Dr. Dave. This just seemed to occur over the last few days, so water going in shouldnt be an issue although it does look a bit milky. I don't know how the hydraulic fluid gets to that point where the shifters are. This tractor is 1998 Chinese. I did remove the first 1-2-3-4-R shifter...
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    Leaking shifters affecting 3pt?

    Excuse the lack of terminology but here goes: at the base of the shifters it started leaking pretty bad when i was doing some grading.. i even saw some yeloowish type liquid at some point, cleaned it up a bit. at the same time i was experiencing an issue with the 3pt whereas, with the box...
  53. Desert Bred

    questions about valves leaking

    ok tractor heads- here goes. on my backhoe, a few of the valves seem to be leaking or because there is alot of dirt on the underside i can tell that two of the valves are wet.. now, i'm calling the valves the underside of the joystick levers that control up down side to side etc... 1) the...
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    How to repair a leaking hydraulic cylinder

    :thumbsup::thumbsup::thumbsup: thanks guys. somehow it started leaking when i was taking out this pine tree stump... dug around it completely about 4 ft down, cut all horizontal roots, then used a pressure washer through the underside to remove the dirt, cut all the vertical roots and it popped...
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    How to repair a leaking hydraulic cylinder

    I have this backhoe vt2s model. How would you go about fixing a cylinder (swing cyl.) that looks to be leaking at the seal? I posted a pic of the bucket cylinder but it is actually the swing.
  56. Desert Bred

    Reverse Backhoe bucket

    Anyone here done that before? I have a koyker backhoe that I'd like to flip the bucket on -OR- get shorter clamp on forks to help me get under the root ball with a backhoe because i don't yet have a FEL.. seems like forks on a bh bucket could be very useful in transplanting trees rather than FEL...
  57. Desert Bred

    Advice on a shaft 'key'

    Ok. I removed the 'key' or spline and it looks like a half moon... question: where to buy one of these??
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    Advice on a shaft 'key'

    I have a BH attachment that has it's own sump and pump - the pump attaches to the PTO via a coupler. The shaft of the pump has a 'key' that fits in with the coupler- the coupler has two bolts that screw down - 1 bolt down the coupler to the PTO shaft and the other to the shaft of the external...
  59. Desert Bred

    Name this hoe

    ive been looking and looking to identify this thing just to find a manual but can't come up with anything online.. anybody ? the bucket is very square @ 12"
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    Pins - - Where to buy?

    thanks for all the advice. yup tolleson is pretty - alot of the land south of southern is still the same -undeveloped. its pretty but not as pretty as upstate where phyassist is.. where exactly are you i'm originally from rochester love that place and NO scorpions;) there's a john deere dealer...
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    Pins - - Where to buy?

    This might be a dumb question, but where do you guys buy pins that go through the 3 pt arms?
  62. Desert Bred

    Great Bend and Jinma/Taishan

    I have a Taishan/Jinma/Shandong tractor 25 hp. I'm looking for a loader and came across a Great Bend 330. Any ideas if that will fit (does anyone have a great bend 330 on theirs:?)
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    Front Loader first time buying

    Fellas I'm looking to buy a FEL for my tractor (chinese 25hp).. I found one that a guy is selling a 4ft with joystick - advertised as 'for a compact tractor'... i'm not sure if it's the right kind to get for what I have.. what questions do i need to ask the seller, or what do i need to look...
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    Buying hydraulic hose/pipe

    thanks leejohn- what kind of hose could i use to replace this? could a rubber hose be used? the issue is that the line is a welded piece and when i removed it... it wasn't tightly fitting.
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    Buying hydraulic hose/pipe

    Any suggestions where to get a replacement on a sunday (auto parts?) .. we have a Parker store but i was hoping to get the kob done before the weekend comes to a close. Its a metal pipe (oil inflow)..
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    Need this part

    someone had called this (#1) the rockshaft.. without a manual i see online that its called the rockshaft cylinder. I was making the relationship between the rockshaft (cylinder) and the valve pictured below (#2) and how together they control the 3pt lift.
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    Need this part

    hey guys. without the manual.. this is from the sump. it most likely is considered the main valve. it controls the fluid to the rockshaft / return flow from rockshaft. thanks for the info i've been in touch with chip. . just weekends you know so curious to get info on it.. appears talking to a...
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    What lifts the 3pt?

    Ok. Let a newbie answer. So, the rockshaft had two mounting points to mount #2 in the above pic, since they broke off I bored them out. I also wanted to make sure, now looking inside the rockshaft there is a small hole. that leads up a chamber to a piston that i removed (pic) through a top...
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    Need this part

    #2. anybody know where i can get one or confirmation on a saturday?
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    What lifts the 3pt?

    J-J: i didnt show the rams because they look to be just a winch type of cylinder without any hydraulics attached. Leejohn: here is a pic of the sump cover removed. the question is really.. what moves the arms coming from the sump that lift the 3pt? it isn't hydraulic rams.. what moves that...
  71. Desert Bred

    What lifts the 3pt?

    Quick breakdown STARTING RIGHT SIDE: oil inflow BACK SIDE PUMP LEFT SIDE STRAINER CONTAINER ABOVE empty SUMP There are no Hydraulic lines going to the rams of the 3pt hitch.. SO HOW DOES IT MOVE? p.s. dont know why the thumbnails there and how to delete it
  72. Desert Bred

    Inside the Sump

    I found two unseated screws look to be for mounting.. i have no idea how but they arent long enough to go in their respective holes and without removal of what they mount, cant get them out. see pic.. also this affecting the alignment of the draft control speed adjustment screw and another screw...
  73. Desert Bred

    Cleaning Sludge from the Sump with??

    Any advice on how to clean the sludge?
  74. Desert Bred

    TS354C Parts Manual

    Got it.. this is how i see that but im not sure. 1. Oil filter 2. New Hydraulic filter setup 3. Fuel Filter 4. (old hydraulic filter setup?) Also, I'm planning on draining and cleaning the strainer today.. i found this schematic of the plumbing here. but it's for steering (2004) mine is 1998...
  75. Desert Bred

    Speed control valve vs. shut-off valve location

    Not easy to identify where the shut off valve is located from this pic. the speed valve is obvious. Does anyone have a cleaner picture or can help identify this part/bolt?
  76. Desert Bred

    Parts manual for TS 254 or comparable.

    found one for a 2004 and it looks very comparable: Now that I have one maybe someone could answer some basic questions.. Oil inflow: #1 sitting on the tractor, is this located on the right side of the seat. #2 is the filter the last or first to get oil from sump Letter 'E': What exactly...
  77. Desert Bred

    3 pt hydraulics

    Hey Jon. I can see that there is a thicker hydraulic line that comes out of the sump from the left side (while sitting), all the way around to the right side front where it connects to a box (pic).. there is a return line (i assume it is the return) that goes to some kind of box type area under...
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    Parts manual for TS 254 or comparable.

    Anyone have any in a pdf form .. i'm trying to get some parts for my chinese tractor. thanks
  79. Desert Bred

    3 pt hydraulics

    I got some help from //Greg// this morning and focused on getting the shaft to work. I was able to engage the pto shaft but for some reason, i still cant get the 3pt to rise up or down. still waiting on a manual. thanks //greg// is this the flow control 'knob'?
  80. Desert Bred

    3 pt hydraulics

    Hi everyone. I'm trying to locate a manual for this particular tractor (CKC TS245 with a Fei Dong Diesel engine 295T-1) I'm trying to get the hydraulics on the 3 pt hitch working. i know it has power steering Found the reservoir under the seat looks like the level is ok. (No dipstick?) Pics...
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    3-Point Hitch CKC ?

    Found the reservoir under the seat looks like the level is ok. took some more pics . that first one doesnt budge. the second is a pic of the 'possible' second hydraulic pump. i read about a knob that adjusts the TPH flow rate... havent found that yet either. I think i may be in the wrong...
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    3-Point Hitch  CKC ?

    Hi everyone. I'm trying to locate a manual for this particular tractor (CKC TS245 with a Fei Dong Diesel engine 295T-1) I'm trying to get the hydraulics on the 3 pt hitch working, i dont really know how to achieve that. Any help is appreciated. DB
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