massey ferguson 231s

Anyone know how adjust clutch on MF 231S to keep the PTO from grinding when trying engage it?? Help plz

My MF 231S is leaking diesel from the priming pump when running. It is coming out of small hole on the side. It is had to tell from the pictures. I wish that it was some type of way to upload a video. It just start this today. It will run fine and I can do whatever I need to do with it. I just...

All the fluid in the steering circuit has leaked out past the seals in the steering cylinder located behind the radiator. Can this cylinder be rebuilt? Looks like there are snap rings holding in the seal leading me to believe it can be reconditioned. Any comments? Is there a kit available to...

My lift arms will not lower any longer but do have hydraulics and they lift with no issue. This problem started with a slow moving drop when a brush hog was on the 3pt. Now after it was removed I can not lower the arms. I have removed the top plate and checked all the linkages. I could lower...

I washed and waxed my MF in preparation for an upcoming church hayride. I noticed one rear tire is badly weathered and has a rather large cut in the sidewall. Its a Goodyear brand tire. The lugs are chewed up and it is overdue for replacement. The other rear is a Goodrich in very good shape. So...

I have MF 231S. I replaced the fuel filter. I used the prime pump on opposite of engine to full filter with diesel. I also breed line and call myself getting air out of line. It cranked but it still have air in line. How can I bleed rest of air in line out? It will go died but it will crank...

My 231S is making some strange clanking noises at idle after working hard in summer heat. Once cooled and restarted, the clanking disappears. I suspect the scotch pump is shot. Also, my 3 point goes up fine but lowers very slowly regardless of the fast-slow setting. I suspect the cover must come...

How can I get these lines off? They are extremely hard to break a loose. I have pour brake fluid around threaded part. Is there any easy way? I know that I should not use vise grips. I have tried flare tube wrench also.

There is a nice looking Massey Ferguson 231S for sale near me. Just curious if it is possible to attach a third function to that tractor. I am not too familiar with that tractor and it looked like there might be a hydraulic pump out front. Not sure. Anyway. Any input would be appreciated...

I am still having issue with splines on coupling stripping. I was wondering could I run auxiliary remote from top of 3 pt lift on tractor to operate FEL. I tried to post video to show more details. It would not let me upload but I hope pictures help. I also drill hole in coupling and pump shaft...

My 2003 MF231S sat in the garage over winter on the battery charger. Today, I fired it up and began mowing with the still attached flail mower. The mower operates fine as does the tractor but the rear lift arms are very slow to go up when the lift lever is moved. All was well last fall when I...

Do any members happen to have picture of external auxiliary pump that I can hook my FEL up to instead of onto of them 3point lift. I want it to independently.

The splines in coupling end has stripped. I am hoping that someone could help me find shaft or coupling. I have part #109694M1 but it's not pulling up anything. I got this number from MF dealers but just for the coupling itself is over $100. I attach pictures of coupling. This goes on front of...

The splines in coupling end has stripped. I am hoping that someone could help me find shaft or coupling. I have part #109694M1 but it's not pulling up anything. I got this number from MF dealers but just for the coupling itself is over $100. I attach pictures of coupling. This goes on front of...

I have a Massey Ferguson 231S and the 3 point hitch goes down very slowly. I've tried adjusting the drop rate lever all the way to the "+" but it does not change the drop speed at all. Even with an implement attached it doesn't drop any faster. It raises perfectly and all other aspects of the...

Started the engine today and the tech needle was intermittent. Shortly afterwards, the tach went to zero with the engine at idle. I wiggled the tach cable jacket to no avail. What's wrong? I'm stumped. :confused::anyone:

I have MF 231S with FEL. The hydraulic pump that operate the FEL just stop working, Pump is located in front of tractor as noted in picture. Pump has a shaft that goes into something I guess that turns with the crankcase. With the motor off, I can turn the shaft freely with out any problem which...

I have MF 231S with FEL. The hydraulic pump that operate the FEL just stop working, Pump is located in front of tractor as noted in picture. Pump has a shaft that goes into something I guess that turns with the crankcase. With the motor off, I can turn the shaft freely with out any problem which...

What would make one wheel just spin when it is under a light load? I was trying back up a 16' trailer not loaded up hill and left wheel just spin. I press the brake for that side to get traction but I never had tractor that just spin that easy. Could it something with differential?

I just purchased MF 231S with loader. 1) Do a neutral switch connect to the 2 green wires? I have to touch them together to start it. If so, can you send me photo of how it's connected? 2) Do the lever suppose to be in the up position or lie it is now? Also do it suppose to have pressure on...

I am attempting to replace the outer air filter on my 231S. The current outer filter has a dished steel plate with a captive wing nut that secures the filter in the housing and locates the filter over the inner filter. I ordered a WIX 46319 filter but the filter, while the correct dimension, did...

I just got a 2003 231S. Of course, no books came with it. So, let me ask you M-F experts some questions; 1- Where can I get an operators manual for the 231S? 2- Tire pressures? My 231S has no FEL, weighs about 4100 lbs. 3- There is some sort of adjustment near the transmission dip stick. What...

I just bot a used MF 231S...hasn't even arrived here in Dixieland yet. I need a FEL for it. I am finding that a FEL for the tractor costs as much as the tractor itself. Any suggestions? Are there used FELs for this tractor? If so, I'm not having any luck finding them. :anyone: I priced a...

massey ferguson 231s vs john deere 1023e I need help guys..... I'm looking to upgrade my john deere 1023e to a bigger tractor. A guy got ahold of me and wants to trade me a 2000 massey ferguson 231s. I know it's a 2 wheel drive but it weighs 3 times as much as the deere. It will primarily be...

I have a MF 231s and the lift arms do not go down properly. Lifts fine. Works ok with heavy implements, but lighter ones I have to get off the tractor and push them down. Any advise would be appreciated. Thanks

I have a MF 231s and the arms do not go down. It does ok with heavy implements, bur with lighter ones I literal have to get off the tractor and push them down. Any advice would be appreciated. Thanks

Hello I parked my 231 last fall in the shop now don't start, so far I think the fuel lift pump is shot so I have a new one ordered, since it appears the lift pump does not retain pressure to get the fuel to the injectors, pump works to pump up the fuel filter and to the full pump but when system...

New member looking for fuel pump replacement procedure for MF 231S with Perkins engine and Delphi fuel pump

Fellow at work has this tractor at his hunting camp. Trying to get some suggestions for him as to what could be wrong. It's an 8 speed with hi/low range. Bought new in 2002 only has 300 hrs. He locked in differential, put it in low range & let out the clutch and heard a bang. Now he has nothing.

Hello all, I have a MF 231S with 1040 FEL. I use it mostly to maintain my gravel lane and for snow removal in the winter. I've had it for a few years now and am pretty pleased with it - especially after installing tractor chains this past winter. I also have an 80" Luknow blower and a scraper...

Can someone tell how the numbers on this model might appear? They were produced from 1999-2004. TractorData.com provides no serial numbers for them. Thanks

I have a 2000 model Massey 231S that smokes all time. How can I advance the pump timing to stop this? I can't find any service manuals to copy or buy. Thanks

I have to chalk this up as stupid tax. I was hooking up my 3pt tiller and had to move the tractor about an inch to line it up. I let out the clutch in low range low gear with the parking brake engaged and I heard a POP and that was it. No motion now in any gear, even with the diff lock pedal...

Hello I need some help and guidance. Not trying to start any brand war, just want some sound advice. I'm looking for my first tractor . I only have experience on an old worn out Massey Ferguson 65 with a gas engine.This tractor is a family members and every time I need it I have to fix...

Hello I need some help and guidance. Not trying to start any brand war, just want some sound advice. I'm looking for my first tractor . I only have experience on an old worn out Massey Ferguson 65 with a gas engine.This tractor is a family members and every time I need it I have to fix...

When the key is turned on the panel lights up when you turn the key to start it nothing happens and the panel lights go out. If you turn the key on and bypass the starter you can get it started. Any idea's what could be wrong

First off my 3 point lift will not lower. Hydralic fluid level looks fine. any ideas Second prob is sometimes when you turn the key it will not crank. You have to do it about 3 or 4 times before it engages. Is there some kind of safety switch. Light come on it just want turn engine over

I found this 2002, Massey today with only 59 hours, it was on craigslists. Guys father bought it new, then passed away he was ready to get rid of it? It has been in garage all this time, and he cranked it once a month. Do you guys think I'm ok at$8,000? it came with a boom pole as well.

Just bought a MF 231s and the fender brace that bolts to the fender and footrest is missing. I would like to get this part but can't find a parts manual for it. I have emailed severial people on net and they say they can't get it. Any help would be appreciated Charles

what perkins engine CID does this tractor have and what piston and sleeve kit(Finished Sleeves) can I use to overhaul the engine tractor went swimming beat a few things. C3 CP31447 4371634H U3711C08A-3 UG 12A 081 118 4 2 All the tractor information down here is at Idabel tonight at...

Looking at purchasing a used tractor. Have found a MF 231S and a MF 240 for the same price. Condition and hours are pretty much the same. The 231S is newer (2000). Is one of these preferable to the other? Reason/s? Thanks. OldDirt

How would one change the power steering fluid on a 231S? Problem is the fluid level is low and I don't know what fluid was used previously to fill the unit. I assume Permatran III, but I don't know for sure since 10W30 is also listed as an acceptable fluid. For that reason I thought I would...

I want to add a hydralic pump to the front of my 231S to run the FEL. What do I need and where can I get it? Need model numbers, item numbers ect. I don't have a dealer close to me and I prefer to buy via the Internet. Thanks.

I have a 231S with a Koyker 210 FEL with the large(2.5") cylinders and have a difficult time with the hydraulics operating the thing with any speed. Also, I can't pick up the front end of the tractor with the FEL. Do I have a problem with the hydraulic system or is the FEL to large and heavy...

I have a 231S that has 230 hours on it that I bought about a month ago. I don't have a record of it having a 50 hour service check and I was wondering if I should perform a general ALL TRACTOR fluid change with filters? My question would be: when I change the hydraulic filter, will I loose all...

What type, viscosity ect. of hydraulic fluid should I use in my MF231s? Recently bought it used and I want to change out all the fluids. Also, will it hurt the hydraulic system if it is over full. This Massey came with a Koyker 210 FEL with the 2.5" cylinders.

i just looked at a 2000 model 231C with a bush hog brand FEL; for $14000. but , you can't operate the loader and the rear lift at the same time, plus neither works if the clutch is pushed in. Is this normal for a MF?? the tractor has 81 hours on it. heehaw