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    Massey 1085 hydraulic filter - strainer

    Experiencing problems raising 3 pt.hitch and pto operation in freezing conditions. Worked OK in summer. Hydraulics are weak on startup but eventually build up enough pressure to raise and lower arms, operate attachments and pto operates normally. However, under load (snowblower extremes) the pto...
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    Massey 1085 hydraulic filter

    Experiencing problems raising 3 pt.hitch and pto operation in freezing conditions. Worked OK in summer. Hydraulics are weak on startup but eventually build up enough pressure to raise and lower arms, operate attachments and pto operates normally. However, under load (snowblower extremes) the pto...
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    Massey 65 something broke in drive train

    The sleeve itself was missing a thumbnail-sized chunk and was deeply scored on the opposite side. I had to manufacture a tool to remove the sleeve: a scale weight in the exact diameter with a channel, a 1/2 inch rod, some washers, a steel plate and a couple of wood blocks. Just pulled dit out...
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    Massey 65 something broke in drive train

    Yes, Bundy Bears' video for this repair is good. Thanks.
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    Massey 65 something broke in drive train

    well I removed the oil pan (thanks to the forum for help with the hidden bolts) and discovered broken pieces from where piston # 2 attached to the tie rod. This would account for the clattering noise as the rod knocked against the sides. I suppose this is good news because I will not have to...
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    Massey 65 something broke in drive train

    Okay. Thanks people. It's a gas engine. Clattering is there in neutral. My next step is to pull the pan and the plate on the clutch. My neighbor is a heavy equipment mechanic who will look into the problem with me. If the problem is not immediately visible he suggested we split the tractor...
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    Massey 65 something broke in drive train

    Okay. Thanks people. It's a gas engine. Clattering is there in neutral. My next step is to pull the pan and the plate on the clutch. My neighbor is a heavy equipment mechanic who will look into the problem with me. If the problem is not immediately visible he suggested we split the tractor...
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    Massey 65 something broke in drive train

    Okay. Thanks people. It's a gas engine. My next step is to pull the pan and the plate on the clutch. My neighbor is a heavy equipment mechanic who will look into the problem with me. If the problem is not immediately visible he suggested we split the tractor and start the engine to locate the...
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    Massey 65 something broke in drive train

    I should clarify that the sound is more of a loud clattering noise as if something was broken and was banging around as the engine is turning.
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    Massey 65 something broke in drive train

    I should clarify that the sound is more of a clattering noise as if something broken is banging around as the engine turns.
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    Massey 65 something broke in drive train

    I dropped the clutch on my gas MF 65 while in 2nd gear on an icy hill and..,.something broke in the drive train resulting in a loud knocking. The tractor was only able to move very slowly back to the barn. Knocking starts as soon as the tractor is turned over. Can anyone suggest what has...
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    Massey 65 something broke in drive train

    I dropped the clutch on my gas MF 65 while in 2nd gear on an icy hill and..,.something broke in the drive train resulting in a loud knocking. The tractor was only able to move very slowly back to the barn. Knocking starts as soon as the tractor is turned over. Can anyone suggest what has...
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