Massey 1010 hydraulic issue

[WhateverTN]

1982 Massey 1010 with FEL. The problem started with FEL and 3 point hitch not working. Screaming noise when you tried to use either. I rebuilt the pump because there are no replacements that I could find. FEL and 3 point still working very slowly. Changed oil and filter. Lots of dirt in oil so drained it and then ran clean oil through until it ran clear. Then new filter and clean oil. Got the $35 filter from dealer to be sure it was correct. Things have improved some but still not full power to either end. Have a small brush hog and it wont lift it all the way up and loader doesn't work if bush hog is lifted. Anyone have any thoughts? This has been a good little tractor that has had A LOT of use. Hate to give up on it now. Thanks in advance.

 

[Helitech]

I would check for leaks on the suction side of the pump. Perhaps the rubber coupling between the steel line and the pump inlet.

 

[HikoJoe]

I know that this is an old thread, but I also have a MF 1010 and the FEL and 3 point lift have a similar issue. Were you able to solve the problem? Did you ever check the pump pressure to see if it was OK? Thanks for any advise.