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Thank you Richard!

I've been all over the web looking for #1- a parts manual, and #2- the correct part. At one point I found a new-old stock complete pump but my web service went down before I could order it. Any help would be greatly appreciated.

I just tape off and spray paint a 1/2" line on the splitter beam. Anything over goes to the firepit pile right off.

Yep, and my to-do-list has a new entry. Build a 4 cord firewood shed (much) closer to the back porch! I'll still fill the 12' x 12' shed over 100' away, but I hate the thought of shoveling.

I'm pretty happy to have a 12 x 13 x 20 shelter logic tent to keep the seat dry! Rain, snow, and dew are always present in Maine. I can also leave the chainsaw on the tractor with no fear of rusting out the muffler. I set it up on 6 x 6's and built a back wall to add weight, and the wall allows...

Logs and Grapple tip: You don't always have to LIFT logs! Most times you can just cage the log and roll it out of the way. I have used two different style grapples recently. This was the best lesson I learned while cleaning up [old] storm damage.

I bought my conversion stuff from Vevor, on sale. I had to covert my loader for DuAl quick attach to SSQA, (quite a bit of thinking) and someone gave me a 30 yer old kubota bucket that I had to cut the pin-on brackets and stiffener off to add the QA plate. Having everything fit tight/perfect is...

Either way, a logg catcher/table is priceless! I'm hoping to build one for my splitter this winter.

Most wood splitters are backwards! The wedge should always be on the end of the beam. This allows way less handling and the firewood can drop to a belt conveyor or into a low enough trailer or truck. Good photos Rob!

I just bought a new but preowned quick hitch for my 1986 38hp Ford tractor. Turns out Cat 1 is 29" wide, and while it will go on the lift bars, none of my attachments are wider than 22". Is there a company that makes a Cat 0 quick hitch? (google failure)

He did not say "new" or "$200" . . . Unless you're seeing words he didn't write, I thought my advice was rather sound.

Twenty bucks or less on marketplace. Only because I rarely need one, and there seems to be an endless supply on there. Especially this time of year.

This screen is 4' x 6' made with 1/4" straight rod, and one inch openings. (flat, not woven) I have also thought about the shaker, but My OCD brain would explode knowing something is out of balance! Especially on purpose. Then there is the whole maintenance deal with something rarely used. I...

I've had this screen kicking around for several years. I picked it up as 'scrap' with a bunch of scrap during a clean up job. And I had a few red oak logs laying in the yard from this spring. (browntail killed the oak) So while milling lumber, and the last logs in the yard were the oaks, I cut...

So on and off though out the summer I've been cleaning up and pushing stumps that was dumped here 6 years ago. Yesterday I decided to dig in my pit and build up a small camper pad at one edge of the pit. This evening after dinner I was shaving a bank, and opened up (found) a nice vein of pin...

Prepping at it's finest! Love it.

Thank you bmavrick! I sent len a message, waiting to hear back.

In the photo above, the white 6-blade connector is what they send out. Just below (same photo) is the voltage regulator which came on the tractor, and is a 4-blade.

Morning Lens12, I just got a a Manual from ebay. But, if you have a 4-blade (plug) regulator that mounts on the cross-bar behind the Tachometer I may get a regulator from you. The 6-blade plug will not work! (sent two back to ebay already)

I just got lift cylinder seals from ebay. Let me check for a link... My tractor [Ford/Shibaura] came with a Du-al 110 loader, so I only have a link to those parts. https://www.ebay.com/itm/404799084159 But, if you go there and search for your model loader, and verify measurements, they should...

I'm finally getting to clean my logging trails and cut out a good bit of pecker-poles (under 6"), leaners, and blowdowns. Mornings in central Maine are cooler for now, and skidding out 4-5-6 at a time is as much fun as it is work. Dry ground is almost as nice as skidding on frozen ground though...

Ford made three separate era's of the 2110. (dates of manufacture determine parts) Mine IS a 1986, verified by the serial number. The problem is A.I. has copied all the WRONG part numbers and advertise them as the "correct part" for my tractor. THEY ARE INCORRECT. Everything on the web has been...

Mine has FOUR blades, and opposing plug. I really don't want to cut the original wiring and guess which wire goes to what. If anyone has a parts list/manual, would you share the original part number, please?

4 blade connector. I find it odd that I can't even find a part number. My PDF manual is for about 7 tractors from 1984 til 1987. No part numbers listed.

I'm looking for a direct fit VR for my 1986 Ford (Shibaura) 2110 4x4 Diesel. Search engines have been usless, trying to sell me everything that DOES NOT FIT! Ebaymotors and Amazon show nothing that will fit. (already returned one) Any help would be greatly appreciated!

Call a lawyer! Contracts are what they do best.

Ebay.com or Ebaymotors.com I just replaced one 12" hose at NAPA and paid $67.50. I should have asked before he took 7 1/2 minutes to make it up. 1- know your fittings 2- order basic hoses with (3/8" or 1/2") standard fittings 3- order the adapters to match your configuration Another thing, if...

Old Post, 2008... just came up in my search for "cub cadet 1554 steering". It's hard to beat when this site keeps coming up with solutions to our problems! Thanks TBN.

Did you ever find what you needed? I'm looking for something that shows the kick-stands for this loader, ie length-angles-dimensions so I can make a pair.

Does it have steel lugs on the battery cables? There's a shop up the road with two 5-gallon buckets of those stupid things! Mr. fix-it says they rust INSIDE and lose connection, especially after the first turn of the key. Replace them with heavy solid copper and coat connections with dielectric...

Follow up: It appears the proportioning valve in 'the block' likely needs new o-rings as it (apparently & slowly) self turns when the tractor is running. (vibration) As for the long awaited trial on the 3-spool valve operation, It Works As It Should! $87 3-spool valve, two 8 foot hoses...

Kind of wondered that myself...

Thanks Wrangler, but I have no need to use the (N) port (figure ll) with the new 3-stick valve body, as all needed functions are covered. The 3PH is factory plumbed. The new valve is 'open center'. Most reply's are about the new 3-spool that I haven't even hooked into the tractors...

ptsg, thank you for clarifying a few things! The block was 'set' to share the loader and the 3-point once the new pump was installed. I also learned how to set it from reading the Shibaura portion of this site and confirmed be the young but very competent heavy equipment mechanic. (10 to 2...

Dman, would that pressure relief valve be in the spool valve or on the hydraulic pump?

Be aware, some shops want to re-bore or hone the cylinder wall! That's a big up charge... I got bagged for an extra $300 for that one time.

For clarification (SEE PHOTO) The main 3/4" steel hydro-line from the pump goes into the square block just ahead of the right side floor board, and straight through to the 3-point system under the seat. The block has Pressure and reTurn quick-connects for the loader or whatever. There are...

I wasn't aware I needed to. This is a 1986 tractor, didn't come with nor has it ever had a 'diverter valve' for a third function. Since I wanted to add a grapple, I simply replaced a 2-spool with a new 3-spool valve. Inlet-Outlet-and 3 working ports. (plugs installed, hoses on the way) The...

The new valve is a 3-spool. If it has Power Beyond I am not aware, as there is no "extra" port. The fact that the new spool valve has not even been pressurized yet tells me this is not a concern. (yet-anyway)

[this subject is on a 1986 Ford 2110 fwd/diesel] So I am changing lout the old and tired 2-spool valve, to a new 3-spool. Of course, I didn't have all the parts on hand mostly because my working on tractors knowledge is limited to the past few years. Anyway, I checked the fitting and...

Zerk fittings... SAE and metric. When the tractor needs greasin' and they ain't taking it, it's time.

I've had the same (type) of issue... I used an old chainsaw fuel screen (inside the tank) to prevent this. Another odd substitute would be the air-stone from an aquarium, for in/out pressure relief without the bugs having a hole to plug. I remember the old Toyota trucks had an axle vent that...

New brake shoes... what a difference! This old '86 Ford (Japan) 2110 needed them badly. Also made a couple 8' short-link necklaces (chokers) yesterday. Next, she'll finally get a brand new (3) spool valve (already purchased) since the original is just worn out. I already ditched the...

Does anyone know of an IGLAND dealer in Maine or New Hampshire? Looking at their GR20 log grapple...

123 acres, mostly woods, a peat bog and equal swamp, 4 acre gravel pit, and a trout brook runs thru it. Bought it to homestead on and keep neighbors back. Built a 28x36 off-grid home in 2008, 20x30 barn/work shop, woodshed, and finally a sawmill (open) shack. Mostly just live/work around here...

I put a 20" light bar on my ROPS and while it lights up a huge area, it also lights up the back of my glasses making it hard to see! The coming roof project and mounting the light forward will cure the problem.

Kind of like that 'lectric bus company...

Sounds to me like the 'Grant' money has run out!

I have an electrical engineer friend who rebuilds starter and alternators. He has a 5 gallon bucket of steel cable ends! Replaces them all with solid copper lugs, because the steel rusts INSIDE where you can't see it. Original ends are always dry (no grease) when assembled/crimped. Replace the...

Tips on garage tents: 1. Keep the tarp TIGHT! The wind will wear the material into wrinkles, then rain and snow will over stretch the sags. 2. Tie it down with those stupid anchors, lag-bolt it to 6x6's, Tie it to whatever you put in it! The wind has nothing better to do than BLOW all day and...

The caster is usable, but does have a chunk out of one side. Four hours on line, and four hours in town yesterday, I found just one possible replacement. I'll have it Friday morning for $20. I now know more than one man should ever have to know about sheaves, castors, pulley's, wheels, and...

Or maybe just the bearing(s) and bolt?

I'm looking to replace 1 (for now) 3 1/2" x 3/4" cast iron wheel on my old Northlander mill. The center hole in the wheel is 3/4" (19mm) and a rod bearing gets pressed in. The U-Groove rides on the edge of a 1/4" angle iron, unlike the v-groove which rides along the back of angle iron. In...

I still prefer a pickeroon, in 24" or 26" handle. And a simple carpenters hammer holster keeps it at hand when needed! I find simple . . . is easier.

Beating the horse again, but I think... I found the correct spool valve. As per earlier reply's, this one has float on the left stick, and I believe power beyond. If I add the cost of two hoses, (or 4 + quick disconnects) maybe I can actually make this happen...

Work parties are so under rated nowadays! IF you find people to show up, it can be a great social gathering with a pile of friendly ball busting. Best part is knowing someone who really needed help, got the help they needed.

Pricks! [lol] I'll have one someday, soon. And yeah I will probably have to show it off here too.

I'm 64 and beat to hell, but I absolutely LOVE logging and milling. I have had a 'borrowed' mill here for two and a half years and gone through 25 or 30 blades. (sharpening each 5 to 7 times) I have 123 acres of mostly old forest here in Maine with lots of old growth hemlock, pine, and...

Photo 1: main line from pump enters right side of block, and sends through to 3 point. Loader quick-couplers face outward. Photo 2: current (original valve) configuration. I am assuming BSPP are the hard to find British fittings... ?

Convenience is not getting on & off the tract 7 times to put a log on the mill! And I prefer mechanical over electrical.

Six. I had to go look. The tractor is an 86, and the loader is a Du-Al 110 I just converted to quick attach. The original valve is very floppy and needs attention, but I figure a new 3-spool would suit me current needs logging and milling.

Thank you. The 3-point hitch is hard lined in from the factory.

I was thinking more like this: https://www.amazon.com/marddpair-Hydraulic-Directional-Control-Tractors/dp/B097JDJNL7/ref=sr_1_4?keywords=3%2Bspool%2Bhydraulic%2Bcontrol%2Bvalve&qid=1702026019&sr=8-4&th=1

Since I can't find all the old(er) threads on this topic, and I may be buying a new valve body any way... would this work? [adding a grapple] Buy a 3-spool valve with float (on the left lever), then plumb the center lever for the bucket tilt (as usual), then plumb the third lever/spool...

Curious question... Why the diverter or third function expense? Wouldn't a $125 3-spool valve do the same thing? (close the grapple top) My 35 year old Ford has a pretty wiggly and tired 2-spool, and I was thinking a 3-spool valve could do the same thing. (hydraulics newbie here)

Thanks DS80! That part number comes up at $9 each and is listed for over 70 machines. I ordered 4 and should have them Friday or Monday. I am working through lack-of-maintainence issues from the previous owner(s), and $36 is a cheap check-off from my list.

The glow plug heater helps a little but it still only starts on 2 cylinders, and only when it feels like it. (black smoke when it tries to start) I was told today it may be a couple dead glow plugs. It started pretty well August/September, and always runs well and smooth once started. So...

New top link and a set of 3-point fold up forks, to load logs on the mill.

Let me know... I know where there is a whole barn covered in 1932 Maine plates! (actually thinking Etsy store) There were put on the barn back out and painted back a long time ago. (1935?)

I own several Guitars, but can only afford to keep one tractor.

well, it's a "nature picture"

Put shoes on your plow... or you'll scrape the top layer into the ditch! Here in Maine the top layer is usually granite crusher dust screened to 3/4". Packs like iron.

So last January my hydraulics completely quit working. I don't have a shop so I left it 'til Spring' but I got T-boned in the car late February. Traumatic Brain Injuries (TBI) suck, and kept me sidelined until July/August when I could finally get back to the tractor issue. I found a young (22)...

I have a Ford 2110, and I'm not sure what that 'slot' is for on the 3-point control, but my tractor whines and lugs when I set the control there too. I DON'T SET IT THERE ANYMORE! Full UP is just that, all the way UP. Under the right side floor pan there is a 3" cube with steel hydro lines in...

PICKROON, get one! Wicked back saver.

DRY TANK. I've lived off grid for 15 years now, with 4 different generators for the workshops. Never knowing when each will be needed again, I only put enough fuel in for my estimated run time. This new gas is garbage... doesn't even smell like gasoline anymore! My stored gas, in plastic fuel...

That's too close for comfort...LOL. I used to live over that way.

Definitely not dis'n you. Just my curiosity. I didn't think about the 'float' feature.

Well over the past week I had my hydraulic issue diagnosed, ordered a new hydro pump which goes on next weekend. (surprised he got me in so soon) And I converted my DuAL 110 loader to SS quick Hitch for future convenience. I have it all laid up and tacked, but I'm taking it to a friend with a...

"I did not order any equity, I was not served any equity, and I'm not paying for any equity. I carry cash and I will pay for what I ordered, thank you very much!"

If he replaces his valve body with the one on the ground, would he even need power-beyond? At $650, personally I would buy it and put a SSQA plate on it! But I would use a grapple a whole lot more with having a sawmill and doing logging.

Take your hard stack off (between the exhaust manifold and the muffler-4 bolts) and run a brush thru it. You'd be surprised how much crap comes out.

Great info, thank you! That bolt on the bottom I think is a "poppet valve" or pressure relief. (my young mechanic friend said) He took out my block-thingy, and took it apart to clean it up. But I don't know if it was the on the bottom or the one facing the rear of the tractor. Look up poppet...

Not sure about your slow driving issue, but I just had a young mechanic diagnose my 1986 2110. (Japan made by Shibaura) That "block" may/should have what looks like a slotted screwdriver goes into, the mechanic figured out when it is turned (a few degrees) one way or the other that it sends...

Looking for pictures of the STANDS for when I take the loader off the tractor. I would buy a pair if 1) available, and 2) if affordable, but I am hoping to fabricate my own if I can get some photos. Thanks in advance.

But HE is in Vermont! LOL Same rule everywhere. Frost is only one reason but think of a culvert as just a form.

I found they made a similar manual for the 1910 & 2110 tractors only, but a can't find the actual book available. This one (for all models) kind of sucks, because there are so many things unrelated to the larger two models.

Do you have a link to English???

What I have learned is a 12" culvert needs a minimum of 12" fill over it. An 18" needs 18" of fill over it. Without it culverts get pushed up and out of where you want them by frost.

Looking at that filter listing, all models pre-date mine by about 2 or 3 years and go in/on 3 cylinder tractors. Thanks though!

Is this filter actually on/in a 1986 Ford 2110? If so could you direct me on where to find it? (please) The only filter I can find is on top of the hydro pump. I certainly don't mind replacing filters any where or any time it's needed. As noted earlier, it's a 1986 and I just got it last...

So I walked away from this issue, life got crazy with a bad car wreck & trying to get past that BS. I finally found someone willing to 'house call' and have a look. First visit he looked it over and messed with a few things, said he wanted to consult with his Dad (he is 22) and brainstorm. But...

Thanks guys! Words matter, and I never thought of searching "Heavy Duty Rubber Mounts". The New Holland/Ford part at $52 each kind of threw me off a bit. I looked on line for hours and only found the expensive ones.

I'm looking for one, but I'll buy two if I can find them... Any help appreciated. 1986 Ford 2110 radiator mount ( New Holland #SBA398115230 ) There are TWO Bolts in this photo, as they do not connect! It is not a solid bolt...

1986 Ford 2110, 38 hp, 4x4. I plowed the first winter storm back in January, parked the tractor. Out the next day and cleaned up the left overs, parked the tractor. 10 later we got snow so I warmed up the tractor to plow and had zero response on all hydraulics! Rather than fight the cold I...

A little late, but thanks.

I ordered a skidsteer plate from Titan 5 days ago, with a 4 day delivery schedule. Fives days later they haven't even shipped it. Apparently this is a huge problem for a while now from reading the hundreds of complaints on their fb page.

Read the comments on Titan's fb page BEFORE trading! Titan Attachments

Make a list of the faulty work, every detail. Get your local NEWS CREW on speed dial... Go back to the shop and tell them to make it perfect or you'll call the news crew and do a nice little community service piece out front of their shop! $600 and they frigged up you rig...

After much research, it seems this is a Dual invention. Bought out by Woods and apparently discontinued.

... I'm reading, and learning too.

I think I'll just start by replacing the spool valve thingy. But thanks to all for getting the old gray matter stimulated!

Thanks for this info. My tractor hydro pump is 8.6, thought I had read somewhere it was 20 gpm.

"Tractor is an '86 Ford 2110 (Jap model)." After running it some today, I'm fairly sure my issue is the spool valve. After an hour of run time I went to park it. When lowering the bucket (FEL) the bucket dropped a couple inches then proceeded to climb slowly! (lever in the down position) Looks...

Nice! Dry pine split small burns hot and fairly fast. Follow with small split hardwood. Smaller wood (3" or less) burns better/hotter for outdooor fires.

Lots of info posted here. Thanks guys

I'm looking to do the same on my '86 Ford 2110. This one looks like a great fix, not sure about the price. (but what an upgrade it would be!)...

Thank you M59! I did recently change all hydraulic fluid and replace it, and a new filter. Some improvement which allows/encourages me to run it more, but still not as good as other tractors I've owned before. Good excuse to upgrade to a single stick, possibly 3 spool with electric 3rd...

That photo is exactly what I was looking for! Thinking outside the box, looking at other peoples designs, then building/modifying for my personal use. Please pardon my snappy response earlier. Bad Lyme morning and I get cranky when I hurt. Thanks for the ideas RI. I'm over near Gardiner, but...

1) $3500 is a lot for a pretty piece of steel. (I'm land rich-cash poor) 2) I already have logging trails 3) temperamental controls (on two I have worked with) 4) PITA sheet metal hiding a (normally) quick fix issue. Sure it would be nice to have a new, or near new Farmi. No argument there! I...

My FEL is most times slow to respond, comes up about a foot, stalls, then goes up smooth at 1500+ rpms. Letting the FEL down it responds well with initial stop but then creeps down 3 to 4 inches fairly quickly. I'm suspecting air in the system is causing this. Can anyone explain where/what line...

What have you guys built to skid logs out? I have heard of more problems with Farmi-style rigs, and I'm looking for simple rigs that just plain work for a part time logger. Bonus for photos...

I've never been a fan of 'engineers'! But, that's with anything but tractors. Recently working on my truck and car, prove my hate is well earned. Recently replacing a brake shoe spring on my Ford 2110, I realized some engineers actually paid attention in their schoolin'!

search for Bombadiere 6048 sidewalk plow... There's one for sale here in Maine now on marketplace. Engineering has been done, just copy and source parts...

14 years off grid here... my 5 x 8 genny shed has 6' walls, and is open between the rafters. I thought the same a you, tried the exhaust extension but shitcanned the idea. Even with flex pipe it was a pain to keep aligned. I just found a scrap piece of expanded metal ( 16x20") and cut a square...

1986 Ford 2110, specs online say 134a for this tractors hydraulic system. Of course when I look for "134a Hydraulic Fluid" I get all the sales pitches but find nothing pertaining to my search. Does this particular fluid have a generic name/brand/number? Or, what would be the replacement fluid...

Genius! Simple cuts in angle-iron.

On a DUAL loader, Ford 2110 tractor. Similar to skid steer mount, but uses a round tube top bar. Bottom clicks in like skid steer mount. Any ideas what it's called?

Defaults to paypal payment ONLY. Paypal has screwed me over too many times and cost my money to safeguard me bank account. I'll try the EPCatalog... Thanks

Been a while since I've owned a tractor. And it's been a while since I've been on this forum. I recently purchased a 1986 Ford 2110 4x4 with a Dual (brand) Loader. Large frame for a 38 hp, but it's old school and I can work on it without a Tech and fancy computer hook ups. Just wanted to say...

Sluggo, anytime I'm re-doing electrical connections, I use a brass brush to clean and always take the time to apply di-electric grease. I rarely have an issue with that connection ever again. Thanks for the follow up...

Thanks T. Figured it out, same fluid all around unlike my last two (older) tractors. After several videos on u-tube I'm guessing the screen(s) need to be cleaned, so that's my next move trying to improve loader operations.

Can anyone here point me to the filler for hydraulics on this tractor please? The pump sends fluid to the loader, but also to the lift arm 3-pt hitch. New filter at the pump but I can't seem to find where to add fluid. I'm waiting for the service manual to get here. Just thought someone here...

With search engines the way they are, I can't find a real source for Montana tractor parts. Wondering if any of you know of a place that sells OEM and/or aftermarket parts like radiator hoses, brake and clutch pedals, cooling fan, complete air breather, etc. As close as I can figure, I have a...

Been a long time since I've been on here, hope to visit & read more... I just picked up a 2006 Montana 3240, but the frame tag says TOPA32. I'm having a tough time locating parts for it, and an actual paper manual for parts & repair. ( This poor tractor has been rolled off a trailer, and...

Last year [or 2010 maybe] I read a "how to" article on constructing wooden trusses for a greenhouse. 16' wide by 10' high I believe the measurements were. I looked through about 30 or more M.E.N mags today and can't find the one with the article. Can anyone help me out with the month/year those...

This is the new house I started building in May 2008. It is 28 x 36 one and two-thirds floors. It was designed and revised over the last ten years, still isn't perfect but it was all "out-of-pocket" and sweat! No power lines, only a phone wire until a new [more] local cell tower goes up. Sat TV...

I have a 1969 Case 430 (with the big loader on it) That keeps popping out of reverse. Never a problem with forward, just reverse. It is the shuttle shift [long stick on left side] giving me trouble... the 4-speed on the floor has no issues at this time. Actually, the tractor has no other issues...

I just bought a Case 430 with a backhoe on it. Problem is (or was) it was put on by a real genius using 3/4" threaded rod, then had plates welded (if I dare call them welds) to the frame. Threaded rods snapped in the middle and the >welds< came apart so the only thing holding the how on was the...

I have a chance to buy an I/H 330 (1958) for under two K, it needs a steering box. Is this part still available and how tough is it to change out? Is there anything else I should look for? (trouble???) Thanks, Jack

Goofing around on ebay and found this; NEW CABLE PLOW BLADE CHAIN ATTACHMENT - eBay (item 380002659589 end time Mar-10-08 13:49:07 PDT) Anyone know what it is?