Oil Equivalents

[Scrambler82]

I have searched for Oil/Lubricant and filter alternatives for my Max28 and have come up with almost nothing.

Is there a posting that is dealing with all of the Oils and Filters needed on a Mahindra Tractor ?

I am at the point where I need to do my next Service, well actually next two - 200 and 250 hour check up, but I have been in the dirt and dust, and debris and wan too do a complete fluid/filter change, and I do not want to go to a Mahindra Dealer, just don't want to spend the extra money.

Anyone know of a list, a posting, a Site that has the info... please let me know !

Thanks for reading / Ltr !

 

[RNeumann]

Any of the name brand THFs will work for hydraulic oil. As for filters, check with your local auto parts stores for cross references. Be careful of the HST filters. They are a high pressure filter. My dealer was fine with all aftermarket filters but warned against an aftermarket HST filter. A lot of filters will fit and look the same but aren’t designed for the HST.

 

[Scrambler82]

Any of the name brand THFs will work for hydraulic oil. As for filters, check with your local auto parts stores for cross references. Be careful of the HST filters. They are a high pressure filter. My dealer was fine with all aftermarket filters but warned against an aftermarket HST filter. A lot of filters will fit and look the same but aren稚 designed for the HST.

Thanks I will keep it in mind.

 

[tmcj]

I typically order all the filters for my Max 26xl as a set from billstractor.net. They are the Mahindra filters but much cheaper there and as a kit vs individually from any dealer. I also use Schell RotellaHD tractor hydraulic fluid and Schell Rotella diesel engine oil. Both seem to be working very well in my Max. I'm still within the factory warranty so I'm sticking with their filters so far.

 

[Scrambler82]

I typically order all the filters for my Max 26xl as a set from billstractor.net. They are the Mahindra filters but much cheaper there and as a kit vs individually from any dealer. I also use Schell RotellaHD tractor hydraulic fluid and Schell Rotella diesel engine oil. Both seem to be working very well in my Max. I'm still within the factory warranty so I'm sticking with their filters so far.

Thx for the info.
I was just out on Bill's Site and was wondering if the pricing was good ?

Where did you buy the Shell Rotella Products, Parts Store, Ag Store or On-Line ?

I am thinking this is the best way to go.

Again Thanks

 

[RNeumann]

Looks like Wix (or NAPA) has a lot of the filters......

WIX Filters - Products Catalog by Application

 

[davrow]

Where did you buy the Shell Rotella Products, Parts Store, Ag Store or On-Line ?

I buy my Shell Rotella at the Walmart in Temecula

 

[tmcj]

I buy the Schell fluids at a local Tractor Supply store. It seems that some Wal-Mart stores have it some don't. Both Tractor Supply stores near me stock it.

 

[Scrambler82]

Looks like Wix (or NAPA) has a lot of the filters......

WIX Filters - Products Catalog by Application

I'm thinking of using the Bill'sTractors Filter Package, $144.50.
Are all your filters Wix and how does the cost compare to the Filter Package ?

I buy my Shell Rotella at the Walmart in Temecula

OK thanks, big question is, I notice the Shell has a 15-40 Synthetic Motor Oil, is the 15-40 ok to use ?
AND what about the HST Trans Oil the local O'Riely's can get two types... which are you using ?

I buy the Schell fluids at a local Tractor Supply store. It seems that some Wal-Mart stores have it some don't. Both Tractor Supply stores near me stock it.

Thans to you too ! I also ask you the same questions:
Big question is, I notice the Shell has a 15-40 Synthetic Motor Oil, is the 15-40 ok to use ?
AND what about the HST Trans Oil the local O'Riely's hcan get two types... which are you using ?

Thanks to all that posted to this thread, I am confused in the correct choices, I went to O'Riely's to get the Shell Oil and got blind sided by the Clerk when they asked me which type of oil I wanted.

davrow and tmcj, "Where do you get and what type of filters do you use" ?

 

[davrow]

davrow and tmcj, Where do you get and what type of filters do you use?

Scrambler82, I get my Kioti (Daedong) filters from Greene's. They also sell Mahindra filters (Mahindra filters link). They use Baldwin as their non-OEM filter brand.

My Kioti CK27 HST filter package is $102.95 for all OEM except air filter (Baldwin), but of course that means little for your Mahindra needs.

 

[davrow]

OK thanks, big question is, I notice the Shell has a 15-40 Synthetic Motor Oil, is the 15-40 ok to use ?
AND what about the HST Trans Oil the local O'Riely's can get two types... which are you using?

For where you are, absolutely any weight diesel oil will do, from straight 30 weight to a 0W-40. 15-40 is very much okay. "Because it was there" I bought the Shell Rotella T6 Synthetic 5W-40, but no way do I work my 27hp tractor hard enough to need it. Changing oil 'by the clock' I'm throwing away oil that is actually good for a lot longer.

I use the Shell RotellaHD HST fluid, also from the Temecula Walmart.

I forgot to get gear oil while there, so got Travelers 80-90 from Tractor Supply for the front axle.

 

[Scrambler82]

Scrambler82, I get my Kioti (Daedong) filters from Greene's. They also sell Mahindra filters
My Kioti CK27 HST filter package is $102.95 for all OEM except air filter (Baldwin), but of course that means little for your Mahindra needs.

Thanks, it means a lot that you took the time to help !

 

[tmcj]

Here is what I use in mine.

 

[Scrambler82]

Here is what I use in mine. View attachment 612446View attachment 612447

Thanks, I can get 20-40 Engine Oil at O'Reilly's, they don't have the Trans Fluid, I will try the local Walmart.

 

[Scrambler82]

I ordered all of my Fluids and a Fluid Pump for the HST Fluid, from Tractor Supply (TSC)... asked for Local Store Pickup and immediately got a response saying the Order was ready.

I ordered the Filter Kit for the Max28 from Bill's Tractor and Equip. and got a Military Discount, but you have to ask for it !

I will pick up the Fluids today from TSC and the Filters will be here when they get here; a job for another day.

Triple digits coming !

Thanks to all for the great input.

 

[tmcj]

I forgot about the pump for the 5 gallon pail. I got mine at Tractor Supply also, Traveller brand I think. That definitely makes it much easier to fill the transmission.

It's not a bad job to do other than the one HST filter that sits vertically just under the tractor body. It can be a little tricky to get on and off in such a tight and awkward space.

That also reminds me about the fluid drainage container. 26 quarts, if I remember correctly, fills up a container quick. I have a 24 quart container that works great for the majority of it.

 

[Scrambler82]

I forgot about the pump for the 5 gallon pail. I got mine at Tractor Supply also, Traveller brand I think. That definitely makes it much easier to fill the transmission.

It's not a bad job to do other than the one HST filter that sits vertically just under the tractor body. It can be a little tricky to get on and off in such a tight and awkward space.

That also reminds me about the fluid drainage container. 26 quarts, if I remember correctly, fills up a container quick. I have a 24 quart container that works great for the majority of it.

Thx for the help.
I am waiting for the filters, when they get here the Tractor goes on in the Barn after a short run to warm things up and then pull the drain plugs and let it drain for a while.
I need a large container for the Trans Fluid... wondering what height will be needed to fit under the Tractor.

I have a feeling this will be a long draining of the bulk of the trans fluid, I have a standard automotive drain pan, will have to see how many quarts fix... it is a little oversized.
Now I need a low profile drain pan, I will have to measure how much clearance I have and then start looking, maybe tractor supply has one.

Ltr

Added 1000 hrs: Just purchased from Advance Auto Parts, a 24 Quart Oil Drain Pan, easy pour... 13, 5-Star reviews, nothing bad to say about it; Amazon had decent reviews too !
Hoping it will turn out ok.

Now waiting for Filters and Drain Pan.

Thanks to "tmcj" for reminding me about a container to drain the 24 quarts Trans Fluid.

 

[Scrambler82]

My thanks to all that posted to this thread.
I am kind of a little slow on the uptake since the 70th B-Day, but once I get going it is Pedal to the Metal.

Sometimes I just need a little push which I got from the postings to this Thread !

Thx / Ltr

 

[davrow]

Just purchased from Advance Auto Parts, a 24 Quart Oil Drain Pan, easy pour...

Will Advance take your used oil when you are done?

 

[Scrambler82]

Will Advance take your used oil when you are done?

I purchased the Fluids from Tractor Supply (TSC), but I will ask both of them when I pickup the pieces.

Back in MA, the company you purchased the oil from, will take it back IF it is in the new oil containers and sealed.

Not even sure out here in SoCal but I am going to find out, can't imagine how to get rid of used oil if not back through the purchasing store.

Thanks for bringing that up.