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  1. Ed Weber

    MX5400....I hate the seat safety switch

    Same here I think it was the first thing I did as well, never regretted it
  2. Ed Weber

    Driving tractor with the front end loader bucket elevated .

    I see people driving with the bucket up all the time and all I can say is they don't understand. The examples above for pushing down grass are intentional and provide a function but you see people just tooling along with the bucket 5'-6' in the air for no reason. If you can't see over it or...
  3. Ed Weber

    MF 1835M loader support collapsed on tractor

    I have a 1635 with a DL 120 loader. On mine, those supports are round, Not sure why they changed. I hope you have some type of warranty, there is no reason you should ever be able to over stress these supports.
  4. Ed Weber

    Publishing Loader Capacity Numbers That Far Exceed The Capacity Of The Axles

    This will continue to happen when they insist on putting compact tractor parts on sub-compact tractors. Most of these things are classified as class 1 but should really be a 0. They simply aren't built to handle the loads stated by the data. How can your front axle be at max weight capacity with...
  5. Ed Weber

    Your Yearly Cost of Tractor Ownership

    The tractor is paid for, so fuel and normal maintenance is the only cost. Oil, filters, hyd fluid, grease and general upkeep. I do all the maintenance myself, so cost is less. Long answer short, it varies, but a few hundred dollars usually covers it. Much less than the $10 per hour cited in the OP
  6. Ed Weber

    Back dragging: how aggressive?

    I change the angle depending on how aggressive the situation calls for. Everything from just past horizontal to near vertical and at times even lifting the wheels off the ground, never an issue. If I had to do it extensively or daily, a skid steer would be the preferred machine.
  7. Ed Weber

    Mowing Steep Hills

    Not a fan of steep hills Ever consider a robotic mower?
  8. Ed Weber

    Comparison The Bitterness of Poor Quality Remains Long After the Sweetness of Low Price is Forgotten

    I have a small Massey (1635) When we bought it used, we compared it to everything else we could find. The usual suspects were far too overpriced to even consider. Others in the price range had less features, fit and finish and/or capacities. One thing that helped steer my decision may sound odd...
  9. Ed Weber

    Can anyone link me to a definition of a "firm whack"?

    The main reason a "firm whack" is difficult to quantify, is that is a combination of art and science. While technically it should not make sense to hit something with a hammer, it works often enough to consider it a viable alternative to a proper R&R of the stubborn part/s to be struck. This...
  10. Ed Weber

    Can anyone link me to a definition of a "firm whack"?

    To understand a "firm whack" you must first complete a full apprenticeship program, followed by several years of independent hands on work. You must be able to strike the faulty part, encouraging it to miraculously repair itself without damaging it. Only then will you fully understand the art of...
  11. Ed Weber

    Are you "brand" person when it comes to your tractor?

    I got my tractor because of the specs it has. If I had to get another I would look to them first but if the specs aren't there I'll move on to another brand that has what I want.
  12. Ed Weber

    Would You Loan It Out?

    I've been working with tools/machines all my life and I never lend anything out to anyone ever for any reason, period. This is why I still have tools. The OP sounds like a nice guy but needs to learn to say NO in a nice way. JMHO
  13. Ed Weber

    I need some input on roll around tool boxes

    A few years ago I bought a 52" craftsman bottom box with ball bearing drawers. (mid-range) It's okay for storage but it's horrible to move. You can easily overload the casters and bottom mounting plate before you overload the drawers. The casters would rather try to tip over rather than rotate...
  14. Ed Weber

    Teflon tape on hydraulic fittings

    Teflon tape is for sealing tapered threads. Hydraulic fitting's don't seal via the threads. If you're using teflon tape on hydraulic fittings, you're either trying to patch something in the field to hold on till you can get it to the shop and properly fixed OR you don't know what you're doing.
  15. Ed Weber

    3-Point Hitch Using Box blade With No Draft/Float Control

    flexible top link and gauge wheels
  16. Ed Weber

    Fact or BS?

    I've been using Shell Rotella T6 Full Synthetic for the last 9 years in my MF1635, I think by now I would know if it was bad for it. BS
  17. Ed Weber

    Disable tractor seat shut-off?

    You can regulate against stupidity. Tractors are for work, they are equipment. they demand focus and full attention. All the horror stories about people getting injured do not sway me in the slightest. Pay attention to what you're doing and you should be fine. Also if you're a one man operation...
  18. Ed Weber

    What causes tractor rollovers?

    What causes tractor rollovers? Tractor Drivers Someday someone will tell me why people drive around with the bucket raised
  19. Ed Weber

    Owner Dissatisfied With Deere Wants To Switch To Kubota

    Personally I don't think it's tie rod, it looks more like a camber issue. Wheel appears to be more tilted not toed in. When he turns the wheel the tire is basically being pushed under and therefore won't roll properly and might leave marks on the driveway OMG
  20. Ed Weber

    Owner Dissatisfied With Deere Wants To Switch To Kubota

    I don't want to pile on this guy but it seems like a common problem. People buy small tractors and don't know enough . I was going to go on about his video but whats the point. Let him switch to Orange, this video didn't help anyone except maybe the guy who buys a used Deere soon. MF 1635, happy
  21. Ed Weber

    When did John Deere begin the Right to Repair problems?

    You don't make money with happy existing loyal customers, you make money with new sales. JD or whoever, doesn't make any money if you buy an off brand part from a supplier, so they figured out how to force you to buy only dealer parts and service. It's money pure and simple, there may be better...
  22. Ed Weber

    What additives do you use in your fuel and engines?

    I use the Archoil products https://www.archoil.com/?gclid=EAIaIQobChMIm8jjr72z8QIVMT2tBh3nEwcgEAAYASAAEgIoC_D_BwE
  23. Ed Weber

    GC Series - 23 or 25 HP from the same size engine: How do they do that?

    Some may also have a slightly different head configuration, valves, injectors/timing and so on. Larger models also change the compression ratin and add a turbo to increase HP. Changing how much and when the air/fuel is burned changes the power band where the HP is measured. You can't just raise...
  24. Ed Weber

    Iseki engines

    I have a MF 1635 and the Iseki hasn't had any issues. A side note, my generation tractor, 2012, has a high gpm hydraulic pump, this means I rarely have to raise the engine rpm's much at all above idle to get most things done, like loader work. The only time the engine hits high rpm is when I...
  25. Ed Weber

    pickup truck size

    I would never be so arrogant as to tell anyone what truck they should or shouldn't have. If it's a good fit for you, then great. I can say that today's trucks are more dependable, safer and so on but the emphasis on the cargo bed has disappeared and been replaced with more interior room and...
  26. Ed Weber

    pickup truck size

    To me, today's trucks are glorified cars with no cargo room. Them made the truck bigger, added all the creature comforts, shrunk the bed from 8" to about 5.5" and raised the price. All so they could add a backseat and doors to make it the family car that gets poor MPG.
  27. Ed Weber

    Tractor canopy

    I put a Westendorf on my MF 1635 about 8 years ago and haven't had an isuue https://www.loaders.com/Canopies/Cool-Cap-Tractor-Canopy/Large-Dura-Poly-Cool-Cap%E2%84%A2
  28. Ed Weber

    New Drill Press

    Powermatic has a new gear drive drill press, pricey though.
  29. Ed Weber

    Bucket level indicator rod---useful?

    That's what I did. Different buckets have a different point of level, not to mention pallet forks. Having a reference point for level on each attachment can be indispensable. JMHO
  30. Ed Weber

    Looking for a Cover

    I hope you guys & gals can help me. I have a 1635 and I'm in need of a new cover. I had been using one of those stretchable types Cov-R-All but it seems they are not available anymore or simply out of business. What do you all use to cover your up? Any suggestions would be appreciated, thanks
  31. Ed Weber

    Service pack

    I apologize in advance if this has been covered or just seems crazy. Other than contacting AGCO, my dealer is a bit of a drive. Does anywhere online, have a kit or a pack made up for standard service intervals. (A kit with all the filters) I have a 2012 1635 and I'm getting close to my 300hr...
  32. Ed Weber

    Titan Wood Chipper

    Does anyone have any experience with the Titan BX42 PTO 4"x10" Wood Chipper Titan Wood Chipper 3 point attachment Tractor PTO 4"x10" Automatic Tree Brush I don't need anything huge but I also don't want to get one of the smaller gas powered models (some cost almost as much) that don't seem...
  33. Ed Weber

    output shaft cover

    Hopefully simple question I have a 1635, I'm looking for a simple output shaft cover. The plastice cover it came with was bolted on. I'm looking for something to slide on and off easily without tooks. So, my question is what do you use or where do you buy them. Thanks
  34. Ed Weber

    1635 Filters

    Hey gang, I'm looking for a trusted online source for filters, at a decent price of course. I looked at NAPA and almost fell off my chair. I've also found some of the tractor parts sites are difficult to navigate to put it mildly. Any help would be appreciated, thanks
  35. Ed Weber

    Tire pressure

    Hi everyone, I hope this an easy question but i do know there are always many variables. I have a 1635 and was wondering what you guys/girls run you tire pressure at. 14.9-24 rear R4 10-16.5 front R4 open platform, DL-120 FEL The manual doesn't have that exact combination although it looks like...
  36. Ed Weber

    Compost/Fertilizer spreader

    Forgive my ignorance but I need some help from you guys/girls. I have a small property and garden and I'm looking for a spreader for fertilizer AND compost. Everything I've seen seems to do one or the other. Is there a spreader that can handle higher moisture content like compost and then...
  37. Ed Weber

    Touch-Up paint

    I'm looking for some touch-up paint (rattle can) for my 1635. I've read that the brand sold at TSC can fade. I've seen other brands like Valspar and Krylon, are any of these any good. Thanks
  38. Ed Weber

    1635 Tool Box

    Hi guys, I'm looking to mount a tool box on my 2012 1635. I was thinking about putting it in the usual place, behind the seat, between the ROPS. Is there a universal kit available or do you just fab it yourself. I'm not a welder, but I can certainly get some square U-bolts and mount a bracket...
  39. Ed Weber

    Hydraulic top link

    Hi guys, I've had my 2012 1635 for about 5 months now and was thinking about installing a hydraulic top link. I would need the entire setup since I don't have any extra valves installed. I want a clean install using the existing console area. My questions are, have any of you done this, or had...
  40. Ed Weber

    Covers

    Hi everyone, I'm new here so I apologize if this has been covered already. Does anyone have an opinion or preference of tractor covers. I have seen the ones a Cover My Tractor and the stretchy ones at CovrALL. I will be getting my 1635 in a couple of weeks and it;s permanent home is not built...
  41. Ed Weber

    Finish Mower

    Hi everyone, I have been looking at some finish mowers and noticed that the KING KUTTER (as well as the countryline and looks like gearmore) has the flex-hitch design. I like the concept and they look like they should do a better job. I was wondering if anyone who has used one could let me know...
  42. Ed Weber

    New From CA

    Hi everyone, As you can probably tell from my avatar I'm a woodworker. I'm out here in central CA on my 3 acres of heaven. :) I'm a little green when it comes to tractors, although I've been working with and around tools and machines for many years. Just thought I would say hello. It really...
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