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:

 

[madhatter]

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:

This must be a new feature, my 2310 PTO shield is fixed. And yes, it has got bent, and have been looking for a replacement on Masseys parts site. Maybe i could get the 2410 shield.... :thumbsup: ( pretty sure the rear of the 2410/2610 is the same..... ) Could you take a pic for us !?

 

[cdaigle430]

This must be a new feature, my 2310 PTO shield is fixed. And yes, it has got bent, and have been looking for a replacement on Masseys parts site. Maybe i could get the 2410 shield.... :thumbsup: ( pretty sure the rear of the 2410/2610 is the same..... ) Could you take a pic for us !?

Let me see if I can get one this weekend, if not, definatley before I put the BH back on.

 

[rjmack]

this is the piece that should be removed whenever the backhoe is installed or the 3 point hitch is not in use.

I was lucky twice, found it laying on the deck of my trailer once, and laying in the dirt another time. btw, does anyone know what size/thread pitch this is (for jam nut)? I'm guessing it's metric.

I also remove the top link for the 3 point when not in use, not sure that it is necessary but it doesn't hurt.

sometimes when the backhoe pin on the left side of the tractor won't go in, it is because the lower link on that side is bound up behind the pto side shield. I will get a picture next time and add it.

 

[ScottW]

That lift rod, the threaded one, got bent on my tractor somewhere along the way. Do you think it was impinged on by the BH, and is that why you say to remove the end of the lift rod when it's not needed? Or is that it unthreads and works its way off over time? --Thanks, Scott

 

[rjmack]

Do you think it was impinged on by the BH, and is that why you say to remove the end of the lift rod when it's not needed

I don't know that it is susceptible to the same binding that occurs on the other side because the turnbuckle is a lot larger diameter than the rod on the other side, but the point was to remove that piece before it unscrews itself and falls out somewhere that you can't find it.

I doubt you could bend that rod trying to get the backhoe on, but maybe. the rod on the left side binding is just a nuisance that causes some headscratching to figure out why the backhoe mounting pin on that side won't go in.

 

[Max2310]

I lost that rod (see pic about three post above) once in the past and cost me over 70$ to replace. It's bent from factory BTW. Now I still leave it on but I put a bungy cord (elastic cord) to prevent it from unscrewing whenever not in use. I guess this could be added to the original list of things to watch for.

Also, if you start your tractor and it idles erratically, check your three point hitch lever. It may be trying to lift the arms and since the tractor is only idling, there isn't enough pressure for the auto release to kick in. It happened to me once after a friend sat on my tractor and played with the levers. It took me few minutes+ to realize what was going on. It did worried me and must be hard on the hydro pump too.

 

[Wacky]

I have bent my lift arms using the BB by backing into a pile of dirt while grading. These are not very strong by any means. I have done this twice. Each time I just remove them, take them to the vise and cold straighten them. I would rather they would bend, than have the jackshaft break!:thumbsup: However, they should be a little stronger, I think.

 

[Midwest Chuck]

If you lift the bucket really high to level a load, goggles will keep the dirt out of your eyes.

Not that I have done it ...








very often.

 

[nightrider2108]

dang it man all my questions answered with one post how bout that i knew i was gonna like this site.

 

[ray66v]

dang it man all my questions answered with one post how bout that i knew i was gonna like this site.

Your welcome. Thanks for taking the time to read first.

By being shrewd enough to do that, you probably saved yourself a headache or two. :thumbsup: