Looking for a NH 65 square baler in Texas

[flusher]

I think I found what I need. Thanks for your help in narrowing the search. I am getting a functional MF124 and JD 350 Rake from a local guy. Knotters seems to have been replaced a couple of seasons ago and the machine looks in good shape. Now, I am on the hunt for the Operator's manual for it just to make sure I run through it and give it some preventive maintenance before the season starts. The baler I will be getting is posted below and the rake is not the actual one but one just like it.

Nice looking baler and rake. Coincidentially, I have both of these implements. Bought them locally about 18 months ago. That 350 rake works pretty good.

 

[flusher]

Check the slip clutch on that MF124 baler. The two friction discs on mine were completely worn. Check this TBN thread for photos of that slip clutch that I posted yesterday.

http://www.tractorbynet.com/forums/buying-pricing-comparisons/161020-massey-ferguson-35-a-2.html

 

[mojoinco]

Just an FYI for other posters. I bought my tractor from NC and posted a 'request for bid' on Ubid. From there you have to due some diligence and make sure you and the bidder understand your end and his equipment available (will his trailer require a dock, will you be able to unload it, pick it up at a terminal, etc). Worked out well for me. May not be as difficult/expensive as you think if you can't find something local.

 

[TxChar]

Flusher, Thanks for the posts and advise as I have been following the links now that I own a 124. Hopefully I can pick your brain going forward as I am new to this. The rake does work great as I tried it already but will hold off on the baler after I do preventive care. I am currently looking for operators manual. I think I'll check EBay.

Nice looking baler and rake. Coincidentially, I have both of these implements. Bought them locally about 18 months ago. That 350 rake works pretty good.

 

[flusher]

Flusher, Thanks for the posts and advise as I have been following the links now that I own a 124. Hopefully I can pick your brain going forward as I am new to this. The rake does work great as I tried it already but will hold off on the baler after I do preventive care. I am currently looking for operators manual. I think I'll check EBay.

OK.
The parts to repair the slip clutch should be here this week. I'll reassemble and reinstall the slip clutch and then start the end-to-end checkout and maintenance procedure. Fortunately, the guy who sold me the baler included the manuals (operation, parts, repair/maintenance).