Recent content by Mike Eagle

Just reading the March issue of "Compact and Utility Tractor News". The picture of the MF tractor in the lead article looks exactly like mine, a 1964, 165 diesel. Does anyone know where I can purchase some of the body parts? MF usually has replacement mechanical parts but a tree fell on the...

My MF 165. 1964 year has developed an oil leak from what appears to be a vent hole in the bottom of the cast housing near where the motor connects to the transmission. The oil is engine oil and I suspect the seal at the rear of the engine needs attention. I would appreciate any comments on how...

I am a new member and I just posted a thread in probably wrong section (hydraulics). I have a 1964 MF 165 with a MF 235 front end loader. The lift bucket will not stay in position when it meets any resistance. When scooping the bucket will either bite into the ground or ride up over the pile...

I have a 1964 MF 165 with a MF 235 front end loader. The bucket seems to have a mind of its own. When I try to scoop it either digs in or rides up over the pile. When dragging with the loader the bucket releases and does not stay in position when the tractor moves. I have replaced all seals...

Hello everyone. I am the long time owner of a 1964 MF 165 with a MF 235 front end loader. I am the second owner and enjoy this tractor a lot. It was in near perfect condition when I got it and has been a workhorse for me. It has had some minor problems but good maintenance and TLC have kept...