So I got my MF 135 running well. I changed one hydraulic line, and I changed the oil, and there is a little leak in one gasket, but we've got a guy who restores tractors coming on Saturday to take a look at her. He is the same one that spent about 2 hours (maybe only and hour and a half) to weld/fix the radiator. It didn't need to be recored, just the outside fixed. He only charged $70, and was really helpful just walking me through the machine showing me what might need to be replaced, and what DID need to be replaced (e.g. which hydraulic hoses) and not making me feel stupid when I had rookie questions :). He was there as soon as we called, and he's the father of our local pro shop bow expert. Real nice guy, and I'm thankful to have a resource that close. It certainly makes me feel a lot more confident in owning a tractor, especially since I'm not really mechanically inclined. Or better put, I've never really learned all of this stuff. I know the general stuff, but that's it.
We got a great 6-7ft. backblade, and a real heavy 6-7ft disk. It has a FEL.
So, now that I've kinda given an update on the tractor, I've found that there are a few things we still need/want.
1. Brush hog. I'm wondering what price/brands I should be looking for. Ideally I'd get a Bush Hog, but those are kinda few and far between on CL. I'm thinking in the 5 foot area. I'll use it to clear some brush (small A/O) and general mowing. What are other brands I should be looking for? When I go and check it out, what should I look at besides making sure it runs and that the gear box is in good shape?
Is something like this worth looking into? http://annarbor.craigslist.org/grd/5253046152.html
2. Cultipacker. Ideally I'd want a 7 footer so that I'm out past my tracks. The biggest thing I'm unsure about is what price I should be looking for.
This price seemed a bit steep. http://saginaw.craigslist.org/grd/5265161992.html
3. Tires. Right now I've got turf tires, and I definitely want to invest in ag tires. I'm thinking used, but again, I don't know what price point I should be looking for. I believe I've got 14.9/13-24. but I have to check that.
What ply should I be looking for? Is it worth buying used? Any brands to beware of? How much tread should a pair of used tires have?
Thanks for all of the help you guys!
We got a great 6-7ft. backblade, and a real heavy 6-7ft disk. It has a FEL.
So, now that I've kinda given an update on the tractor, I've found that there are a few things we still need/want.
1. Brush hog. I'm wondering what price/brands I should be looking for. Ideally I'd get a Bush Hog, but those are kinda few and far between on CL. I'm thinking in the 5 foot area. I'll use it to clear some brush (small A/O) and general mowing. What are other brands I should be looking for? When I go and check it out, what should I look at besides making sure it runs and that the gear box is in good shape?
Is something like this worth looking into? http://annarbor.craigslist.org/grd/5253046152.html
2. Cultipacker. Ideally I'd want a 7 footer so that I'm out past my tracks. The biggest thing I'm unsure about is what price I should be looking for.
This price seemed a bit steep. http://saginaw.craigslist.org/grd/5265161992.html
3. Tires. Right now I've got turf tires, and I definitely want to invest in ag tires. I'm thinking used, but again, I don't know what price point I should be looking for. I believe I've got 14.9/13-24. but I have to check that.
What ply should I be looking for? Is it worth buying used? Any brands to beware of? How much tread should a pair of used tires have?
Thanks for all of the help you guys!