Comparison MF135 vs ford 2000

[Dano67]

1970's MF 135
diesel engine (3cyl?)
FEL (unknown)
standard tranny
tires good
price $4600

1975 ford 2000
gas 3cyl
FEL ford 776
standard Tranny
1 yr old brush hog
unknown owners
tires average(not as good)
price $4600


I know info is limited,What do you guys think?

Dano

 

[JoeinTX]

I think you'll know when you go and see them.

Prices seem okay.

 

[flusher]

1970's MF 135
diesel engine (3cyl?)
FEL (unknown)
standard tranny
tires good
price $4600

1975 ford 2000
gas 3cyl
FEL ford 776
standard Tranny
1 yr old brush hog
unknown owners
tires average(not as good)
price $4600


I know info is limited,What do you guys think?

Dano

I have a 1964 MF135 diesel deluxe with multipower. Bought it in Jul06 for $3600 (running, needed thorough cleaning, repainting, and new grill).

The 135 diesel has a 3-cyl Perkins engine (45 hp) and delivers 37 hp at the pto. The Perkins diesel is known for its reliability.

The Ford 2000 gasser has a 37 hp engine with 31 hp at the pto.

If that MF135 you're eyeballing has multipower be sure to test drive it in all gear ranges. There's a small weep hole on the bottom of the clutch housing. Bring a small diameter wire or twist drill with you when you check out the 135. Ream the crud out of that weep hole and watch for oil drops (a few is OK, a lot of drainage may mean that the rear crankshaft seal is leaking).

Good luck.

 

[Dano67]

Thanks for the replies. They both seem fairly equal for what I would be using them for. I wanted make sure someone didn't say "Run away Screaming" from one or the other.

Thanks again
Dan

 

[sweettractors]

Thanks for the replies. They both seem fairly equal for what I would be using them for. I wanted make sure someone didn't say "Run away Screaming" from one or the other.

Thanks again
Dan

I would prefer Diesel for lugging power over gas, however, the gas usually starts better in the cold weather and the loader is a + if you need it. Note on the gas. If it has new spark plugs all around or 1 plug is new and the others are old, I would worry about a plug fowling out being camouflaged?? Ken Sweet

 

[Soundguy]

I think the 2000 is priced a lil high.. though not out of the balpark.

I'm a ford guy.. but on that lineup.. the MF is more tractor.

soundguy

 

[kebo]

I think the 2000 is priced a lil high.. though not out of the balpark.

I'm a ford guy.. but on that lineup.. the MF is more tractor.

soundguy

Honestly, I was thinking the MF was a little bit high, considering it may not have a FEL. If it does have a FEL, then $4600 may be in line. The Ford has a FEL for sure, so that will add some value to it.


One tip: When you look at the ford, check to see if it has power steering, that will make using the FEL a bit easier.

 

[flusher]

Honestly, I was thinking the MF was a little bit high, considering it may not have a FEL. If it does have a FEL, then $4600 may be in line. The Ford has a FEL for sure, so that will add some value to it.


One tip: When you look at the ford, check to see if it has power steering, that will make using the FEL a bit easier.

You can put an FEL on the MF135, but the front axle is not the strongest in the world for FEL work. The MF150 has a stronger axle. Also, the internal hydraulics in the 135 only produce about 5 gpm flow. So for an FEL most often you find that an external hydraulic pump is installed on the front of the engine. If you really, really want/need an FEL, I'd go with the tractor that has one already installed.

 

[Soundguy]

I took that to read as unknown brand of fel.

the fm with a fel is actually 'deal' priced.

the ford with fel isn't too bad. hopefully it ain't a 4 spd.. non ps unit.

soundguy

 

[D7E]

No comparison for me , Although i'm a ford man first the 3 cyl diesel in the 135 will run rings around the 2000 ! I would'nt want to pay that much for either though ?

 

[Mike476]

My 135 is a Continental gas 4 cyl, in low range have hauled some pretty good sized logs out of the woods, moved moutains of snow and horse manure around our property.

One thing to consider is I can go to any dealership in my area, regardless of color, and order pretty much anything I need. If that doesn't work out about every fourth house has one in the back yard. :thumbsup::laughing:

I don't think the axles on either machine, assuming the Ford is 2wd, are substantial enough to take any heavy FEL work, depends on what you plan to use the loader for. Looked at putting a loader on mine, decided with the 4.5 gpm flow and limitation of the front axle that it wouldn't be worth the investment for what I'd need it for.

 

[Soundguy]

the 2000 will be 2wd.. and yeah.. the front axle setup with radius rods is nott he strongest deal.. a fel will work.. but the heavier axle design of the light industrial + or the 4000 is much better for fel work.

soundguy

 

[Dano67]

Thank you all again for the info. After considering both I went with the Ford. There is an old Ford dealer around the corner that still orders parts and a current dealer 30 Miles away. The closest Massey dealer is around 100 miles. The mechanic that used to work for the old dealer is a friend of mine, full of knowledge and very helpful. The FEL on the ford was nicer then the unknown brand (what I call manure scoop) FEL on the Massey. Also the Ford came with a nearly new brush cutter on the rear, now I have 2. The Massey had the diesel engine which I personally prefer, but everything else pointed to the Ford. I do not plan on doing any "heavy lifting" work with the FEL so I think I'll be alright. Anyway, Thanks again to all who replied.

Dan

 

[kebo]

Good deal!! Hope you get many years of dependable service out of it. Those older tractors were built like tanks, no plastic on them!

 

[Soundguy]

yep.. something to be said for lotsa metal, and almost no plastic and fiberglass..

soundguy