All newbies, FAQ:

[blueriver]

No, your going way too far. You call helping people getting "pissy"? You seem to be the one doing that.

I thought it would be helpful for new owners in our forum, (MF), to have a one stop place to get the answer to their question. Rather than posting it, and waiting for an answer. Since the same questions get asked over, and over, it is an obvious solution to the problem.

That is why almost every where you go on the internet, they have a FAQ, frequently asked questions, section. Guess they are all "pissy" trying to help people too.

My apologies ... I first read it as poking fun at the newbie. Thank you for clearing that up.

This would be the written equivalent of what happened to Serene Branson as she reported on the Grammy Awards a couple day ago.

Explain ...

 

[Wacky]

Hey members, a newbie owner here. For future reference, I just wanted you all to know that I started here, have read all the posts, have taken notes, and so long as I can find the emergency break on my new tractor when i get home, I will sincerely try not to repeat one of these questions in the near future That being said, I've purchased my first tractor this past weekend, a 1974 MF135, Perkins Diesel, Pwr Steering, Standard tranny. Tractor is in good shape except for a leaking steering gear which I hope to address shortly. Will probably need some help with that, but I'll search the boards for info first. Anyway, just wanted to say hello.

:welcome:. Someone should be able to help you, if you have any problems.

 

[cdaigle430]

How about.

Along with check all grease fittings when you receive your new tractor, make sure all brackets and bolts are secure-I have two brackets just hanging from the tractor and a loose bolt on the rear tire when I got it from the dealer.

Make sure the load in your FEL is secure when lifting the bucket up high.

 

[Wacky]

How about.

Along with check all grease fittings when you receive your new tractor, make sure all brackets and bolts are secure-I have two brackets just hanging from the tractor and a loose bolt on the rear tire when I got it from the dealer.

Make sure the load in your FEL is secure when lifting the bucket up high.

Which brackets?

 

[ray66v]

I thought of some updates for the MF newbie advice section:

As it gets colder, you will need to use the glow plugs longer, for a cold start. Eventually, you will probably also need to open the throttle some, to enrich the mixture. The right combination's should eventually enable you to get fast, easy starts.

You don't necessarily have to spend $100+ for the block heater, but many say they need it.

While searching threads, check the date of a post you wish to respond to, some posts are almost old enough to drive.

Any MF owners with anything else?

 

[cdaigle430]

Which brackets?

Sorry,
Mine was the rear PTO bracket and the MMM bracket.

 

[cdaigle430]

1) When you remove the BH and add a BB or any other 3PH device and it does not lift-you may have the hose connectected incorrectly.

2) If you hear athe hydrostatic transmission wining loudly all of a sudden-make sure your parking brake is not on.

3) Don't rely on your partking brake

 

[ray66v]

3) Don't rely on your partking brake

 

[Wacky]

3) Don't rely on your partking brake

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[cdaigle430]

I almost forgot one....(this got me)

When you remove the BH in order to use the 3 PH, remember to move the rear PTO shield in the down position.

I know-its in the owners manual, but for some reason I skipped over it and wondered why I couldn't get the BB all the way down. When I lowered the arms it would come down to rest on the raised PTO shield. No damage done but the paint got scraped

:ashamed::ashamed::ashamed: