GC1705 50 Hour Service Video

[Fiziksgeek]

I guess I would also mention things like putting thread sealant on the drain bolts for the front axle when you re-install them, and I would also mention you don't need to take off the front wheels for this. It gives you better access, but is not necessary at all.

Another tip which may cause some people issues, depending on the drain pan you use, leave the plug in the fill tube when draining the hydraulic fluid. I now use a pan which looks just like yours, but my old pan had only one small hole on top, and the hydraulic fluid came out so quickly, it overflowed the top of the pan. By leaving the drain plug in, at least initially, it will slow the flow and help prevent a possible mess.

Can't wait to see the second video!

 

[Citydude]

Since you asked,,, is the FEL supported against falling? Thanks for posting though.

 

[rider7767]

Funny you should mention that...I forget to put the oil drain plug back in when I serviced my first tractor ~3 years ago. I only spotted it once the puddle under the tractor got big enough! Of course, it required 2.7 quarts and I only picked up 3, so I found myself a little short and had to make a trip out to the store...!

But you figured it out! :thumbsup:

 

[rider7767]

Since you asked,,, is the FEL supported against falling? Thanks for posting though.

Lord no! But I do keep my laser pistol around for when the aliens attack. :laughing: All in good fun. I am efficient, not super safe. Wait until you see my part 2 video. There is some real hinky stuff in it.

 

[rider7767]

I hope everyone enjoys the video. I hope it helps someone with their service. OK, I am ready for the nit picking! Bring it on. :thumbsup:

Massey Ferguson GC1705 Tractor 50 hour service Part 1 - YouTube

Part deuce! Massey Ferguson GC1705 Tractor 50 Hour Service part 2 - YouTube

 

[Citydude]

Lord no! But I do keep my laser pistol around for when the aliens attack. :laughing: All in good fun. I am efficient, not super safe. Wait until you see my part 2 video. There is some real hinky stuff in it.

Good enough!

 

[rider7767]

Good enough!

 

[AxleHub]

Part deuce! Massey Ferguson GC1705 Tractor 50 Hour Service part 2 - YouTube

I thought part 2 was even better than part 1 (part 1 needed the hydro sump filter removal /cleaning . . which it didn't show)

Part 2 even showed two grease points I didn't know (brake bar area and the mmm drop bars).


1 suggestion for a possible future part 4 ???? Would be be the adjusting of mmm deck for left/right and adjusting height of deck (front/rear).

Nice efforts.

 

[rider7767]

I thought part 2 was even better than part 1 (part 1 needed the hydro sump filter removal /cleaning . . which it didn't show)

Part 2 even showed two grease points I didn't know (brake bar area and the mmm drop bars).


1 suggestion for a possible future part 4 ???? Would be be the adjusting of mmm deck for left/right and adjusting height of deck (front/rear).

Nice efforts.

In part one I made a note that I forgot to turn on the camera when I cleaned the screen; however, I have a few of the screens laying around. I will go over leveling and the screen in a brief part 3. Thank you for the input.

 

[rider7767]

I guess I would also mention things like putting thread sealant on the drain bolts for the front axle when you re-install them, and I would also mention you don't need to take off the front wheels for this. It gives you better access, but is not necessary at all.

Another tip which may cause some people issues, depending on the drain pan you use, leave the plug in the fill tube when draining the hydraulic fluid. I now use a pan which looks just like yours, but my old pan had only one small hole on top, and the hydraulic fluid came out so quickly, it overflowed the top of the pan. By leaving the drain plug in, at least initially, it will slow the flow and help prevent a possible mess.

Can't wait to see the second video!

I don't put thread sealant on the engine and transmission plugs. They have a nylon washer. I do put a small amount of sealant on all the others. Good catch. I will add that to the part three. I also have had it flow out to fast making a mess. It is important for the oil to rush out. It takes more contaminants out with it. Front wheel removal is my preference. It let's a person see better and makes for a better inspection. I take the back wheels off too. I forgot to turn on the camera for that. I am going to fire the video production manager.