Massey Ferguson 50 clutch kit Questiuons

   / Massey Ferguson 50 clutch kit Questiuons #1  
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Location
Amherst Wisconsin
Tractor
Ford 641 / 1963 Fordson Super Major
I have a Massey Ferguson 50 split to replace clutch and pressure plate. Looking for best options for a new clutch and pressure plate kit. The pressure plate has broken bolts and spring pieces that hold the 3 fingers.
11" clutch - tractor serial # 633344 -
One big question - in my manual it references specialty tools for adjustments to clutch fingers, and pto clutch settings...
If I get a clutch kit, are these preset?... Or do I need to adjust these before installation?..

I've called and asked one supplier, and was told they are preset, ready to go. But, everyone is a salesman. Is this really true? Or do I have to adjust everything before it is ready to instal?

Can someone verify this? With details please!
Thanks you.
 
   / Massey Ferguson 50 clutch kit Questiuons #2  
Last clutch I put in was on a mountain side coming out of rapid city SD in 6" of snow. Did it overnight. Without a transmission jack. Every one I ever put in was pre set.
 
   / Massey Ferguson 50 clutch kit Questiuons #3  
been about 35 years since I did a clutch but aren't the adjustments for when you replace individual components while "KITS" come preset??
 
   / Massey Ferguson 50 clutch kit Questiuons
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#4  
Thanks for your experiences guys.
I was told they are preset, ready to go. Just trying to cover the bases before I get a replacement, and or waste time not knowing for sure. This one is obviously defective, and wanted some clarity before I order another. I tried tinkering with it to get it to work, but not happening.
 
   / Massey Ferguson 50 clutch kit Questiuons
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#5  
I drove and returned and replaced the clutch kit today. They said it was probably a bad one. So, I got another one that did in fact look different, in some respects, so I was hoping it would work.
No such luck! Same as before. It bolts on but the fingers pull in tight when I tighten the bolts down.
Not sure what to try next.
I just don't think this is the right clutch kit. Very frustrating!
I just think it is too thick, and not working properly.
 

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