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Hey man, no unfortunately I haven’t yet. I’ve just about got the head off and life came at me again so the tractor is just sitting. Really wanted to rebuild over winter but it just didn’t work out that way. I’ll be sure to update when I get back around to it. Life is funny that way…

Also, from one of the threads I posted a link to in the first post- this valve might work with some fabrication if the Duke's can't be rebuilt...

Did I send you the manual and parts manual? I can't remember. In any case, I replied to your PM. I'll post the info here as it's relevant to others who might be having this issue. The Duke control valves appear to be rebuildable, but there's not much to them. Looks like maybe just a couple of...

It's got an 11hp Wisconsin Robin single cylinder, pump is a Webster, 3 section, gear type. Drive motors are Nichols 12.9 cubic inch, Duke Control vavles, open center, 2500psi relief. Machine weighs about 1200lbs. From what I can gather, the pump can flow up to around 9gpm, maybe a little more...

We sure will. Yep, if it comes down to pulling the motor out, the loader will be coming off. It'll be a pain but I've got a way to do it by myself if need be. Also have a good friend that lives right around the corner that would be here in an instant if I need a hand. Fantastic human, he is...

Haha, I hear that! I love a good mystery, however I prefer it in a more climate controlled environment. 🤣 Once my house is paid off I'll build a shop. Projected to be 6yrs, hoping to have it paid by the time I'm 45. Until then, I'll brave the elements. Hoping to get the head pulled this coming...

You bet! I started removing the head this past weekend, then got interrupted by a snow storm. This machine isn't high priority, so I'm not working out in the freezing cold AND snow. It's certainly possible that something dropped out and into the timing set, but I'd think I should still be able...

I did mention that all the rockers seem to be on the same plane- that's what I meant, it looks like they're all in the same position. I wonder if the cam snapped? Wouldn't be the first time I've heard of it happening on a z134. Looks like it came off that valve with the partial shim sticking...

See anything in the pics I posted above that looks concerning to you? I'll be pulling the head regardless, as I get some oil into #4 so I want to fix that once I find out where this issue is and how much it's going to cost me.

Yeah, it's been pretty mild here. I'll take it, although the ticks are out in full force when the weather is this mild. I don't notice anything glaring, however it does seem that almost all of the rockers are nearly on the same plane. Tough to tell, I'll have to put a straight edge on it. The...

Had more, not sure if I accidentally deleted.

This one has been great, I’ve owned it since 2015 and put hardly anything into it except rebuilding the hydraulic system in the rear and a solid tune up with electronic ignition. It’s definitely in the motor, the transmission/rear is all free. I pulled the valve cover today, I don’t have much...

Hoping to pull the cover this weekend. I’ll post some pics if I get around to it. Thanks!

Will do, certainly easier than dropping the pan. That would be ideal, easy fix as long as it didn't really screw anything up. I didn't see anything out of the ordinary when I looked in the cylinders, but the inspection camera I used left a lot to be desired.

That’s pretty wild! I did get around to pulling the clutch inspection plate. The ring gear is still on the flywheel. Can’t spin it from there either.

Engine sounded fine before shutting it down. No odd noises or anything. In fact, it was idling perfectly fine too. When I went to crank it over a good 18hrs later, it sounded like it turned a tiny bit and stopped. Another forum I'm on (YT) one of the guys there suggested the same- spun...

Edited the first post to include more info: I can get the PTO to move if it's disengaged. It spins freely by hand just like normal. The clutch disengages normally, I did check that under the inspection plate. The machine also tows fine in neutral, I just had a buddy of mine steer it out of the...

Ugh. So here's the scenario- I was using the flail mower to cut down some tall grass, cut some paths through my field. Was running the machine for maybe 1.5-2hrs. Temp gauge never moved, oil pressure good, radiator full, and clear of debris, oil is full. I noticed it was starting to feel low...

You can stick a screwdriver in to catch the flywheel on the dizzy side. These machines (gassers) are low compression, you can also just spin the fan by hand, even easier with the plugs removed. As long as the belt is tight, anyway.

They’re one of the worst stings I’ve ever had the displeasure of receiving, and they’re aggressive. Got tagged by one in the temple, felt like I caught a haymaker. Got tagged on the arm once as a kid, arm swelled to twice the size. The pain is much worse than a yellow jacket or wasp. And they...

Thanks, Patrick! He's so much fun, such a goofy little kid even at just a year old. He's constantly making us laugh! We have some rain in the forecast, fingers crossed that it's just several days of gentle showers. The heat finally broke last week, starting to feel like early fall already...

You bet! We are, I'm now a dad. My kid just turned 1 over the past weekend so it's been a crazy past few years for us as well but in a different way. Sorry to hear about your Mum, that's never easy. The US isn't much better as far as the dictatorship feeling goes these days, and not to make it...

Late reply, been busy! I get my stuff through the local AGCO dealer unless I can match up a suitable replacement using measurements. There were two different pumps available on these machines, dependent on what year it was produced. Do you know if you have a Barnes pump (old style) or a Cessna...

Hey Patrick! Glad to see you're still well, I've wondered how your daughter was doing, I know she was pushing through some trying times. That's fantastic news, and welcome back!

Interesting, there's an LJ-500 on ebay right now for sale in Vermont for... *gulp* $5500. Makes me feel like I got a damn good deal at $300. :) Note- the one in the eBay listing is missing the auto-leveling linkage for the bucket. It's modified for a different cylinder. Looks to be done well...

Send me your email address through Private Messages. I'll forward it on to you.

Nailed it: https://www.equipmentfacts.com/listings/farm-equipment/auctions/online/195178931/john-deere-26

That doesn't look like any 25A I've ever seen. It also looks to be built heavier than a 25A.

He was quoting Smokeydog, but it looks like he forgot to click the quote button. Smokeydog's comment is the first one, Sberry's is the second.

To follow up on this, y'all were correct about the PB port location. Got the grapple all plumbed up and ready to rock. I appreciate you guys! Edit: pic snapped before he brought me the correct couplers to attach to the 3rd function valve. That was the last step, as he ordered it with the wrong...

Under the machine there is a four bolt inspection plate. Remove that and you can see the clutches. It'll be just behind where the motor bolts to the transmission.

Very similar in build to my 35 Utility, which is basically a 202 in 35 clothes. The shuttle shift is excellent compared to the normal transmission. Clutch, slap the lever into reverse, let out on clutch and you're in whatever gear you want but reverse. I don't recommend third gear high reverse...

Agreed.

Yeah, they're pretty neat. I find that instead of using it for myself that I end up trailering it someplace else to use it for whatever reason. Or if I have to fit into a tight area. It doesn't get used often, but when it does it renews my affection for it. Snag a pic and post if if you get a...

Nice, thanks again for the clarification.

Awesome, so according to that second diagram, the power beyond port is BELOW where it's stamped BYD on my picture. Right, I understand where the hydraulic lines are supposed to go, I was curious which is actually the power beyond port on the loader spool valve. "BYD" is stamped in an odd...

All, I'm installing a W.R. Long 3rd function valve for a friend of mine. Directions state that for this machine, a Mahindra 3616 TLB, that you plumb the Power Beyond to the 3rd function, then from the 3rd function valve back to the factory spool. This is pretty simple, I just want to confirm...

Yep, works best for when the ground isn't frozen. We get quite a few heavy wet storms where I need the full weight of the plow on the ground, if I angle back even a bit the blade will ride up over the snow. That's why I used the pipe. When I get a good packed base on the driveway the pipe can...

I'm with the torch and coat hanger gang. I mean, it's neat I guess, but it's basically just using the wire as a backer to pull some heat away and stop the weld from dropping through the thin metal. :drifts off remembering the old brass coat hangers worked better than the new ones:

What year and model is your 135?

Love my Hypertherm Powermax 45. The newer version (45xp?) is even better.

Nice! I get a LOT of assist. I can have a full bucket of dirt, stone, whatever... and turn the wheel with my pinky. With the tractor off I can hardly move the wheels, it's VERY tight. Also note- running these things with no power assist will eventually destroy the steering box, especially with...

You're welcome, glad to help! Dangit. Forgot to mention that to ya. Yeah, it threw me for a loop, too. I used a (probably) 1/4" allen wrench, put the short side through the center port, then used a ratchet on the other end of the allen wrench to spin it out. Give that a try for reinstallation...

I have my carry permit, I've been pushing the wife to get her permit. Specifically for reasons like this. God forbid she ever has to use it, she'd never forgive herself. But that's something we can work through together, as I'd sure like to keep her around and it's better than the potential...

When I was growing up we had a yellow lab that was a pretty special dog. He was my dad's dog, though, through and through. Even stopped my dad from getting hit with an ice covered tree branch. Dad took him out one night in an ice storm to do his business. As my father walked down the sidewalk...

I'd just weld a small extension on the ring, even a few solid tack welds would be good. Use a cut piece of pipe nipple with threads already on it so you can put a cap on there. I'd probably make sure there's a small hole to allow any accumulated water to drain out. Keep it simple, there's...

Getting your valve stems taken off? Maybe time to weld a small pipe nipple to the rim and put a pipe cap on it for protection?

If you can stick a borescope or small camera in there to verify the filter screen is in good shape, not plugged up you can probably get away with not replacing it. As for the wire, a pair of safety wire pliers will put that twist back in a new piece of wire real quick, they're inexpensive, and...

No problem. Yeah, those are what you're looking for I think. You might want to check the tubes first to make sure they fit. I ordered some and when they showed up, they were the wrong ones. I had to put teflon tape on the valve stem, a steel valve stem cap, jack the axle up, and pray that it...

That's what I did. I'd recommend air/water valves if the tube doesn't come with them. They're cheap enough and allow you to load the tubes/tires with liquid ballast. My tires are very likely original from 1964. They have cracks in them like crazy. I will run them until they fail. If your old...

14.9x24 tires are mounted on 12x24 wheel loops/rims. I got mine off eBay a while back.

Bah, it's always something! At least you've identified the issue. Hopefully it'll be a quick repair. That piece of plastic lodged in the pump sounds interesting! You should be receiving that o-ring any day now, I'd guess. I've got some pictures of the pump breakdown if you need.

I ran a 6' McKee Snolander 520 behind my '64 MF 35 Utility. With some conveyor material added to the fan, lots of rear weight and tire chains, I went through some gnarly storms. I went out late at night and blew a 5' deep x 5' wide plow dump at my mailbox clear across the main road in three...

Not surprising. I use the same oil that's in my loader hydraulics and in the transmission/axle- Traveller's Premium UTF. Works fine, keeps the number of oils required onhand to a minimum.

It's not actually half the size:

That's excellent! Aside from compression and timing, you need three things to run. Air, spark, and fuel. If something is heating up and causing the engine to break up, I'd look toward the coil maybe? With a brand new engine that's odd. I'd LOVE to put a 20hp Honda on mine, the extra...

You bet! Filter is cheap enough insurance, keep in mind there's an o-ring in the bottom of the reservoir that may also tear when you take the pump apart. It's inexpensive, in fact if you PM me your address I can ship one to you free. I bought a pack of them when I did mine. I'll make sure I...

That's awesome, well done! The style of it is super close to my '86 JLG LJ500 with an 11hp gasser on it. Edit: only paid $300 for this thing. Repacked the hydraulic cylinders, replaced seized pins, some sealant in the tires, and a touch of welding and it's good to go.

It's a pretty simple process, simpler if you have a plasma cutter or metal blade for your circular saw. Basically I was just going to cut a slit in the pipe wide enough to fit over the plow's cutting edge, put it on, then measure up to the carriage bolts that fasten the cutting edge, then weld...

I tested this concept (which I read about here) using a length of pvc pipe that I ran through my table saw. It works perfect, planned on splitting a steel pipe with the plasma cutter. Once I got a company truck which includes a plow I decided not to bother. It does work very well at keeping...

So you're looking for #20, PN 834089M1. Not a difficult job, but as usual when working inside ANY hydraulic system, keep it super clean and dust free. Now is also a good time to replace the filter if it hasn't been done yet.

Hey Bob, nice to see ya posting. I had the exact same issue on mine. Judging by your pump, I'm guessing it's a later model 35 Utility. So what happened with mine is the seal on the snout of the pump where the drive gear is leaked, and as you guessed, the fluid went into the crank case. In my...

If it’s easy enough to do, this is a no-brainer. Down pressure is always a good thing. Edit: rather than add bracing where you pictured, I’d be more inclined to connect each side of the loader frame across the front of the grille.

I was gonna say, the Continentals fire right off no matter what the temperature. I've had zero issues with mine. Have you considered a second battery to aid in starting it? Are you 6v or 12v?

You bet, no problem. If the knives are kept sharp, yes. It’s a bit more labor intensive to keep them sharp though. And my old Ferris ZT is WAY faster on my lawn. That said, the flail can make tall brush and field grass look fantastic in a single pass. I prefer the ZT on my lawn. No way it...

Considering that I've never replaced any of the knives aside from what was damaged or missing when I got it, nor have I ever sharpened any of them- I'd say the cut quality is pretty dang good. In dry conditions at the lowest cutting height it'll take my overgrown field (seen in pics above) and...

Duck foot/scoop knives. Great for non-woody overgrowth.

Took my $300 JD25A out for a spin this past weekend in the wet, soggy field. Just tuned the carb on the old MF35 and needed to load it up to test it.

I agree that the pressure relief valve either failed to open, or that even if it did open (you'd hear it squealing), that the position or draft levers were in constant pumping position and it topped out, overstressed the cylinder and the studs, and blew it apart. I used factory parts to...

Right on, very cool! Jody’s videos are how I learned to Mig weld. Great resource!

Depending on the loader model, it's probably somewhere between a 12-17gpm pump. They're gear pumps, not much to rebuild there. If it's trashed, as Rick B posted, surpluscenter.com has suitable replacements. Something to keep in mind is the flow rate at x rpm. So a pump that flows 17gpm at...

In that case, you’re correct. Thanks for the clarification, and I looked up the globular transfer and that’s quite like what I saw through my mask. I’m a novice, but nothing I’ve welded has ever broken so I’d call that a win. Thanks for the info! Edit to add, that was a great post, thanks again!

Understood! :) I can't fault ya for that. These days, many people are eager, for lack of a better word, to share everything about their personal lives. I respect your decision.

Got any pics of the spray transfer from your Hobarts? I’ve done it once (probably by accident) with my 210 and loved it.

I've been running a HH210 since before they came out with the 210MVP. It has to be 10-15yrs old, countless large wire spools run through it. I've *never* had an issue with it. It does drive me nuts that there are voltage taps instead of infinite adjustment, but I just tweak the wire speed and...

Hey, been really busy lately without much forum time. I have a manual for it, if you send me a PM with your email address I'll forward it to you. I ended up using regular 10w30 engine oil, as that's what the manual calls for. As for your machine nearly dying as it gets warm, check spark...

For the most part, yep. Would be even lower if the "delivery fee" which is included in my quoted number wasn't half or more of the total cost. 🤣 Makes sense about skipping the VFD, but that won't stop me from learning more about them and their practical uses. Rabbit holes lol. And as far as...

Offhand, I can't remember. You'd think I should since I pay the bill every month. 🤣 That said, summertime operating cost (electricity) at my house is usually around $85-$95 in the summer months, running the central air basically 24/7. Not too bad. I was just toying with the idea of the VFD, it...

6/29/2021, 6pm-8pm amidst sweltering heat and humidity along with an awesome thunder storm, our power went out. 20hp Honda powered Porter Cable H1000-ISW 10kw/19.5k surge generator fired right up with electric start (I jog it every weekend). Powered the entire house, plus the 2T central air unit...

I've been using the Pertronix EI setup on my MF 35 Utility for a few years. One of THE BEST upgrades I did. Hot, fat blue spark that snaps hard, easier ignition from a dead cold start in winter, 100% recommend to anyone on the fence about it. Couple it with a nice one-wire alternator and coil (I...

So I went to rebuild this cylinder (tilt/curl) two nights ago, it seems like the parts kit is incorrect. Maybe JLG recycled the part number or something. First kit was perfect, lift cylinder is strong as it should be. The tilt/curl is weak, really needs a rebuild. I'll have to bring it to a...

Forgot the pic of the pin that popped like a shotgun: If this isn’t the poster child for “install a grease fitting!!!”

20T press popped the pin after I put my weight into it. Sounded like a shotgun when it let loose. I’ll have to clean up the pin and bore. Couldn’t get gland nut off at first, 36” pipe wrench with a cheater bar and my 150lbs on it cracked it loose. Next, repack the cylinder and reinstall...

This.

Little more work to the mini skid steer. Got the tilt cylinder removed. Upper pin is seized BADLY. Hopefully it'll come out in the 20T press. I don’t want to mushroom the end. I’ll put a bit of heat on it to warm it up if need be, after I disassemble it. It’s so worn I can move it with my...

Best bet is to pull it apart and go to your local hydraulic shop to match up the seals. Do your best to clean up the rust on the rod, if it’s pitted or rough it’ll just tear up the new seals.

Don’t remember if I posted this here or not. My old, beat up ‘64 MF35 Utility w/ a free old, beat MF 6’ brush hog. I’ll be putting some work into both this summer. Edit: right after I replaced the wheel loop, hadn’t remounted the wheel weight yet...

Not sure if anyone is actually following this, but it’s nice at least for me to keep a timeline of what I’ve done with and to the LJ500. Last night, in lieu of a Nor’easter, I decided that it’s been left out in the cold for long enough. The tarp was getting tattered and I figured that if I’m...

I'd grab the part number search the web for new or used. Click to enlarge:

Pulled this old sled out to sell it. No problems at all... pushed it right onto the new owner’s trailer. Really loving the light weight and four wheel drive on this thing. It’s handy. Slow or not, it’s staying with me! It marks up the lawn but doesn’t make ruts like the MF35 does. Also much...

Snagged a cheap doghouse to modify for my generator (seen in background) Also sold my old (junk) pickup. Sad to see it go, but it was long dead, parts only, sold for more than twice scrap value so I’m happy. The brakes were all locked up, the LJ500 lifted the front corner one side at a time...

Put the LJ to work a bit this weekend, not much, but it sure is better than a wheelbarrow! Random piece of concrete (apparently with an embedded pipe!) that has bothered me since we bought the property. Makes a nasty bump with the zero turn: Pried it up with a railroad bar after a good...

After burying a deer we found dead in our back yard. Smelly. [emoji20] Edit: yes, I need to cut down the field. No time and I’m about to split the machine.

Haven't fixed the broken zerk yet, nor have I rebuilt the curl cylinder (though the more I use this the more it's very obvious I have to get on that!!) I did, however, use it to move a dead deer found in my back yard. It was nasty, I'll spare you the details. Scooped it up, covered it in lime...

Got the cylinder mounted, used a 10.25” long x 1” pin to secure the top of the cylinder. Made a neat little captured setup out of it. It’s not 100% square but I *needed* the machine today so it is what it is. First time I’ve fired up my plasma in a while. Hand cut and smoothed with a flap wheel...

Finally upgraded to an alternator a few weeks ago. Huge difference, even the governor seems more responsive. My generator finally died. On the hut for some decent used 7.5x16 implement tires now, something 8ply to hold up to loader use. Mine are like baloney skins. It's either that, or I gotta...

New pin is on the way. Not greaseable, but I think I’ll drill the rod ends for grease zerks. Maybe... Good news is I found packings for the lift and tilt cylinders and they’re actually correct. Not many pics because of time constraints and being covered in oil, but here are a few pics of the...

Couldn't edit my previous post. Snagged those cast weights yesterday. I'll have to make an adapter ring to fit them to my current weights, should be a fun little project.

Nice, I ask because I've been considering the same upgrade for my machine, which also has a single tilt cylinder. I look forward to your future pictures, should you decide to post them! :) You can see mine here:

Also, I FINALLY got around to reinstalling the wheel weight. Next, the tire chains for this side:

So I’ve noticed over the past few years that we have some VERY knowledgeable members on this site. If a thread like this exists already, I’d love to be directed to it as my quick search found nothing. This thread is for everyone, have something growing that you can’t identify? Put a few pics...

My MF 35 Utility, the normal red and gray machines might be better looking lol

Not "today" but recent, finally got the seized upper pin out of my LJ500 mini skid steer. (ongoing thread in SkidSteer forum). Got some new packings for both cylinders ready to go as well as new bronze thrust washers. All I need now is some more time, a (nearly) 10" pin, a hydraulic fluid flush...

Ribs on the Grilla Silverbac pellet smoker last night:

Got it going yesterday. Put the carb back together and bolted it on, put the new (used, but good) gas tank on, put some fuel in it. Took the battery off trickle charge (it was dead), bolted it in and bumped the key. It came puttering to life. First impressions- I wish it moved a bit quicker...

Got a few minutes and snapped more pics of the (potential) donor engine. Carb is in great shape, it’s got the right air cleaner housing on it, the tank is clean, the filter bowl/screen is clean, overall, well worth $20! And lastly, I’m apparently blind because my LJ500 DOES indeed have...

Small update: The tank is pretty well trashed. There's so much junk in it that I'm going to have to either coat it or keep constantly shaking nuts and bolts around in it with some thinner to get all the crap loosened up. I'll continue that route for now, but once I get the carb back from my...

So, I pulled the carb off today, when I removed the bowl I found this: So I figured it needs a gasket, a washer for the bolt, and since it’s so dirty in there, I checked the tiny bowl filter/screen on the petcock. Wow. PLUGGED! This is what came out! So, pulled the tank. Yep, that’ll be...

My thoughts exactly! Definitely going to peel the decals off. I’ll try to preserve them as best I can. Should be welded from both sides for sure, wasn’t really thinking earlier. I’ll drill out the ends of the cracks, burn them in hot from both sides, then grind smooth and probably fishplate just...

A few pics of the cracks at the upper cylinder mount at the back of the machine. Looks like it goes under the information tag. I'll have to peel 'em off and check, or lift the loader arm all the way up, block it (set it on my retaining wall?) and see if I can weld it up from the back side. Not...

I recently acquired this little guy, haven't gotten a chance to work on it yet but figured I'd make a thread about it. Shouldn't need *too* much tinkering to get it going. I know it ran last year, and I did get it to "pop", albeit for just a few seconds. I'll post updates as I find time to mess...

Man, if I didn’t have one already, I’d be on my way up there now. Nice unit. Looks a lot like my McKee SnoLander. For a while, McKee made them for JD. Good luck with the sale, that’s a great deal!

Finally got my flail mower straightened out. It’s a cobjob but it’ll work for now. Went over the rough cut area I posted above to smooth it out. Hoping it’ll green up a bit before winter sets in. It’s short and smooth enough now to hit it with the zero turn. The following pics give you an idea...

Finally got around to putting the wheel back on the tractor and using the rotary on the tall section of my back yard. It was so wet in the spring that it grew out of control, couldn’t get it cut with the zero turn. I’ll hit it with the flail once I fix the hood on it, really clean it up. Still...

That threaded stud with the slot/lock nut is used to take some of the slack out of the steering, assuming you mean the one on the left side of the housing near your left foot. I’ve got to do the same thing, mine has lots of play. Don’t over do it, though. Your machine is very similar to mine...

Finally!

Nice machines, all! I finally got around (5 months later!!) to removing the rear wheel/tire to get it swapped over to the new wheel. Didn’t feel like removing the cap, and the trailer makes loading/unloading easier with the ramp.

Hi Barry, Yep, I found where the spring came from. It goes in the control valve. You’ll need to remove the hydraulic pump, and if you look at the front right side, there should be a c-clip that holds that spring inside the pump/control valve. It’s likely that water got in the trans case at...

I use Kawell brand 42w LEDs mounted outboard of the loader arms on brackets. I use two 27w versions for the rear work lights. Plenty of light, looks like a UFO landing in my yard. I have them wired on a three way switch, so up turns on the front lights, middle is off, down fires all four...

Nice, seems easy enough. Yep, the bendix is what kicks the starter gear out to engage the flywheel. I figured it wouldn’t be too bad. Just wasn’t sure if the distributor needed to be removed. I don’t feel like re-timing if I can help it, machine runs awesome right now. My snowblower is a 6’...

Nice, nearly identical to my machine. How was it pulling the starter with the power steering lines in the way? I need to replace the bendix on mine, but figured I’d wait til warmer weather. Sometimes the starter doesn’t catch, gotta press the start button a few times til it does.

After the last storm. Lights are wired so that the front 40w LEDs run through a relay when the switch is flipped up. When flipping the switch down, the rear lights run through a different relay, but I used a diode to trigger the front lights as well. So- Switch up= front lights Switch down =...

Me and my wife went to Kihei a few years ago for our honeymoon. We loved everything about it! Did you go down to Big Beach? Hike the lava flow at La Perouse Bay? Road to Hana? We did a fair amount of relaxing, but also wandered the island a bit to see what we could. Beautiful for sure! We...

I managed to find a galvanized pail during the storm last week. It was in the back of a vehicle that needs to be hauled off for scrap, must have blown out during one of our windstorms. Luckily, I was about to change direction and already on the clutch so I caught it before it broke a sheer pin...

Nicer than mine, haha! I was out last night after the snow tapered off a bit and turned to sleet. I just have to clean up the plow bank near my driveway and the slush that the state plow pushed back near the mailbox. Wanted the bulk of it off the driveway, my wife leaves for work at 5:50am. Her...

That’s a nice looking machine and setup. Need to make a cab like that someday! We’ve got this blowing in on Tuesday, so I’ll be going over my machine today. Top off all fluids that need it and replacing the torn tarp that it lives under. Eventually I’ll get a shipping container to use as an...

Was having issues with the machine running like crap. Adjusted all sorts of things hoping to smooth it out. Two weeks ago we got 8-10” of fresh powder, couldn’t use the blower because it would bog the machine down. Ended up using the crudely “mounted” plow but was very frustrated in the MF’s...

I’ve had great luck with my Kawell 42w units. I’ve got two of their round 42w facing forward and two of their 27w facing rear. It’s a lot of light, but not as much as a light bar. I wired mine so that when I flip my switch up, just the fronts come on. Flip the switch down and the front AND rear...

Heh, I'd love a cabbed tractor. I can build a cab for mine pretty easily, I've got all sorts of fabrication equipment. The problem is time. Always time! Ideally, I'd like to get a 4x4 tractor. It was about 6° this morning and we got a fresh 12", lucky we had zero wind. I did a proper tuneup on...

Here’s what I use, from Tractor Supply. About $40 for a five gallon bucket. I use it for my MF35 Utility’s power steering, loader, and transmission. Not for the engine.

That’s what I assumed, my panel has the neutral bonded with the ground. I was afraid that if I kept the generator as “bonded neutral” that the ground wire could potentially be carrying a much greater load than expected. Thank you for the direct and to the point answer! The plug is four wire...

;) Here’s a pic of the partial enclosure I made to keep it a little dryer if it’s raining. Eventually I’ll build or find an inexpensive doghouse for it, leave it wired to my panel, and hook up a remote start switch in my basement. Going to use a power door lock actuator to operate the choke...

Here’s a pork butt just a few hours in @ 225* on my Grilla Silverbac:

The more cone shaped end of the control valve should face forward. In hindsight, I think I actually drove that spacer with the o-rings on it out from the back side. Used a small punch to carefully push it out the front opening. Also, I was under strict instructions not to mix up those three...

Thought this was a cool pic:

Update: Snagged this BEEFY old MF brush hog for free. Topped off the gear box, changed the rusty nails on the castle nuts to cotter pins, greased the u-joints and let it rip. It’s HEAVY! I have a tail wheel for it, just gotta modify it to make it fit. Total investment: $10

Hi, all! My wife and I are about two weeks from taking a one month long cross country road trip. Plan is to drive from NY to IL, pick up 66 and take it southwest, jump off to visit New Orleans, then catch up again in time for Cadillac Ranch in TX. We'll be visiting a good amount of roadside...

Hey all, Looking for a bit of insight here, maybe some pictures if anyone has some. I'm planning to convert my old MF35 Utility loader to SSQA. Now, I've seen hundreds of pictures, but they're all 4-pin which looks easier. My loader is 3-pin (single curl/dump cylinder). I've purchased the...

Hey guys and gals, I don't know about all of you, but I sure like to see pictures of other machines working. I'll start with a few of mine, and update as I take more. I usually forget to take any because I'm generally pretty busy, but I've been getting better. Anyway, feel free to post up some...

Hey folks, I'm looking to set up a pressure gauge on the Davis/MF 99 loader on my '64 MF35 Utility. I'm pretty sure the hydraulic lines are 1/2" SAE Standard. I've been poking around a bit for a "T" to place just before my spool valves. Is this as "easy" as finding a T that will fit the 1/2"...

Ok, well now that we've had our first snow, about 4.5", I had the opportunity to give my MF35 Utility a shakedown with the snow plow on the 3pt hitch. Everything was going very well, plow lifts up and drops perfectly, but if I crest a hill and the 3pt hitch drops too low, it gets stuck. It goes...

If you can, get it! I have $300 total (including purchase) into mine. It's beat to snot, it's got rust holes in the hood, the roller bearings need to be replaced, and the knives are all beat up but still well balanced. I JUST got it going this week! Here is a pic of what it made my 4+foot high...

Hey everyone, I've come to the realization that I should invest in a stabilizer bar or chain(s) for my 3pt hitch. I'm running an 8ft JD 25A flail mower on the back of my '64 Massy 35 Utility. With that big, offset beast hanging off the back, it rocks around a good bit which I'm sure can't be...

Heh, anyone have a dunce cap I can borrow for a bit? I walked down in my basement and looked at the pump for the first time with a clear mind. I've had a string of bad luck since December so even when I "relax" and work on the tractor, I still have a million things racing through my mind. The...

Some of you may remember my thread from a few months back: http://www.tractorbynet.com/forums/massey-ferguson-classic-vintage/347197-early-60s-mf-35-utility.html Well, life got in the way for a while and the tractor was on the back burner for a few months while I sorted out other issues. To sum...

Hey All, I'm new here, went to look at a MF 35 Utility with FEL today. Hasn't run in four years, the guy drove it under a car port and parked it there when he got a bigger, better machine. It's got the 4cyl Continental gasser under the hood, gas tank is dead empty and ridiculously clean. I'm...