Mahindra 6000.....

BobG_in_VA · Sep 12, 2009

Just a note on my '02 Mahindra 6000 4 WD.....no problems in the last 250hrs....yeah, I know, we seem to be listing Mahindras' that have "issues"...sorry, don't have any. How 'bout the rest of you Indian Mahindra owners that have no problems...time for little a different slant on these tractors. BobG in VA

SPYDERLK · Sep 12, 2009

'06 7520 with 510 hrs. No problems in the last 300 except in the last few hrs. Starter solenoid and fuel cutoff acting up a bit.
larry

sellercreek · Sep 12, 2009

517 hours on '06 6000 4wd. Only problems have been with coolant hoses going into oil filter. Replaced both of them for less than $10.

Additionally, the hours have not been easy. Bushogging on very steep ground, baling hay, cleaning up ice storm debris, etc.

cjlink · Sep 12, 2009

'04 E350-DI no issues, and we have been very happy with the tractor during this last 5 years.

MtnViewRanch · Sep 12, 2009

05, 7520, 400+ hours. Three problems with it.

First, a nut on the steering actuator came loose and was leaking.
Solution, tighten with wrench.

Second, PTO safety switch went out.
Solution, by pass switch, ordered replacement, never have replaced it though.

Third, power steering fitting down on steering hydraulic came loose.
Solution, tighten fitting with wrench.

And of course as most of you know, MY biggest problem with the 7520 was that it was red, but I took care of that problem.

I feel like I have gotten past my problem with red, but I have to tell you, the Mahindra red paint on my 08, 3215HST is not the best paint around.

I know that the 3215 is Japanese, but I have one of those too.

I am sorry that I do not have enough hours on the 3215 to give a fair review.

But what little that I have used it, it seems to be a real little work horse.

Oh yeah, the 40 hours that I have used the 3215HST, no problems.

jwcinpk · Sep 14, 2009

The 6000 4x4 is still holding up fine. Over 900 hours on the pink tractor now.

Actually no issues with the 7010 lately. Rapidly aproaching 500 hours on it. Have a fix planned for the tie rod ends. Wheels seem to be holding up with the collars on them.

Sorry have to mention, new engine on the way for the 3316 HST. Please Please Please be fixed by 10-12. Chickens are leaving and I need you!

My opinion the Indian made Mahindras are the best!

MtnViewRanch · Sep 14, 2009

jwcinpk said:
My opinion the Indian made Mahindras are the best!

Without question.

Just heard that the Cabbed 8560 will be here next year. I guess that that is better than not at all.

bindian · Sep 15, 2009

'07 6520 4WD

approaching 500 hours. Drive pulley on hyd. pump cracked out last January while digging my pond running max rpms all day for days running the backhoe. All other "events" were operator error.

hugs, Brandi

F350 · Sep 15, 2009

1998 485DI with over 500 hours. I've replaced a hose and a fuel petcock. Probably $40.00 in parts. The 485DI is heavy and tough. Great Tractor!!

djw250 · Sep 16, 2009

Don't have an Indian Mahindra, but my Korean made 3510 has almost 400 hours now and the only problem I have had is a rubber fuel line that split. 5 minute fix. I have been very happy with "the little tractor that could".

jwcinpk · Sep 17, 2009

Spoke too soon! 7010 cab is down again. A plastic clip on the top of the loader control broke day before yesterday. Called the dealer and found out the whole control is all that's available, $350! $350 and all I need is a cable. That hurts! Who designs these things? Bet they have a fat wallet!

bindian · Sep 17, 2009

jwcinpk said:
Spoke too soon! 7010 cab is down again. A plastic clip on the top of the loader control broke day before yesterday. Called the dealer and found out the whole control is all that's available, $350! $350 and all I need is a cable. That hurts! Who designs these things? Bet they have a fat wallet!

Ouch!

Jeremy, where are you?

KMW loader down!

At least it isn't another issue with the 7110.

Where is Jeremy when you need him?

hugs, Brandi

BobG_in_VA · Sep 18, 2009

jwcinpk said:
Spoke too soon! 7010 cab is down again. A plastic clip on the top of the loader control broke day before yesterday. Called the dealer and found out the whole control is all that's available, $350! $350 and all I need is a cable. That hurts! Who designs these things? Bet they have a fat wallet!

You know, that's really dumb that a plastic clip requires a whole new setup...can you somehow make it??/ in the same vein, the only thing that went wrong with my 6000 was an O-ring at the top of the power steering resevoir that started to leak...Mahindra sent a whole new resevoir...(as I stateed at the start its been over 250 hrs since this...I have 335 hrs on the tractor)...Good luck with the "clip". BobG in VA

Ryan_Leighton · Sep 21, 2009

Just over 1000 hours on my 2004 6500. Nothing major to report. One item replaced under warranty. Lots of loader work but mostly used for haying.

Sergei · Sep 21, 2009

jwcinpk said:
Spoke too soon! 7010 cab is down again. A plastic clip on the top of the loader control broke day before yesterday. Called the dealer and found out the whole control is all that's available, $350! $350 and all I need is a cable. That hurts! Who designs these things? Bet they have a fat wallet!

How about some pictures of the unit and the broken clip, maybe someone can come up with thoughts on a replacement.

jwcinpk · Sep 22, 2009

Was able to pick up a used cable for $100. Turns out TYM sells just the cables for a shade over $125. Now I'm looking for the balls that fit in the 3 pt arms and a rearveiw mirror from TYM. Looks like parts are going to be cheaper for those rebranded TYMs from TYM.

xlr82v2 · Mar 10, 2010

2007 3525 with FEL, 247 hours to date, no problems.:thumbsup:

DiskDoctr · Mar 12, 2010

My 2004 3510 has had its share of "annoyances." Nothing really major except for the FEL valve, and that was mechanical, which I just fixed this week.

Still have to look at the tach. The rest have been a minor thing here and there. A switch or electrical connection, but mechanically very solid.

A search on this site has solve quite a bit of them. Like the time the PTO solenoid wouldn't engage. Read about the location and how it sticks sometimes. Tapped it with the handle of a hammer once and it worked. The next season I pulled the cap off the end of the plunger, pushed it with a screwdriver and then added a capfull of hydro to lube it. No problems since

These are tractors and are subjected to some harsh environmental and operating stresses. I do wish it was easier to find part and mfgr specifications, though. I spent a lot of time sourcing a repair part for the FEL valve and finally ended up tearing down, measuring, and ordering a similar part I could tweak to fit. Better than new now!

Hope you find your clip. How about a pic of the part?

- JC

tractorboy5500 · Mar 12, 2010

Right at 300 hrs on mind, had it 3 years now and just put a ML-265 FEL on it about 5 weeks ago, only problem i had was stabbing a root up into the hydraulic filter, seen it after it happen, backed up and shut it down, went ahead and changed the oil and filter and cleaned the suction strainer and magnetic plug. Other than that its been a good working tractor.
Oh had it stuck 3 times so far, I think it had something to do with the loose nut behind the wheel.

jwcinpk · Mar 12, 2010

tractorboy5500 said:
Right at 300 hrs on mind, had it 3 years now and just put a ML-265 FEL on it about 5 weeks ago, only problem i had was stabbing a root up into the hydraulic filter, seen it after it happen, backed up and shut it down, went ahead and changed the oil and filter and cleaned the suction strainer and magnetic plug. Other than that its been a good working tractor.
Oh had it stuck 3 times so far, I think it had something to do with the loose nut behind the wheel.

That's exactly what the stuck problem is. All three of mine have been stuck at some point in time because of the same exact reason.