Need assistance identifying a MF35 and Perkins engine.

TLedford

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I recently purchased a MF35 and the serial number is SNW231852. From some of the data I have located, this serial number denotes S=normal width chassis, N=Diesel Perkins A3.152 and W=Multi Power. The number it self represents a 1961 model. I have seen other listings that would indicate a 1963. How does one make sure?

The real clincher is what I believe to be the engine serial number found on the left side of the engine. Perkins specifies it to be on the right side (looking at the flywheel) for a 3.152 series, and it isn't there. The number is CL 192 O (or 0) 328 C. The only thing I have been reasonably able to ascertain is that the "CL" indicates cast liners making the overall tractor the possibility of being a 35X ?? The tractor is equipped with lights, multi power, two stage clutch, tachometer and a 6-speed transmission.

We are preparing for a down-to-the-metal restoration on this tractor and honestly, I am so confused at this point I had no other idea about what to do besides ask for help. I will appreciate any assistance solving this tractor mystery.

Thanks, Todd
 
Most AD3-152's had the casting date on the bottom of
the oil pan. Maybe the earlier A3 did as well?
Generator could also have a date on it. Engine
serial is usually above the injection pump but I
think a 35X used the AD3 direct injection engine as
kind of a test bed for the 135.
 

Thanks for your response. I was under the impression that the AD3.152 was used in the UK. However, I am going to check the tractor again based on your recommendations.
 

I agree with you. The fellow I purchased the tractor from indicated it to be a 1962. However, doing a little research to find out what the "SNW" meant revealed other serial number tables giving me model years from 61 to 63 !?! What I am really perplexed about is my engine serial number. I have CL192 0 (or O) 328 C. I can't order engine overhaul parts until I know what I'm dealing with. Any pointers would be appreciated.
 
These links might help a little. Plus, they also indicate that you
have a 1962 model.
C. T.
http://www.tractordata.com/farm-tractors/000/7/2/729-massey-ferguson-35.html
http://TISCO/specs.aspx
 
The AD3.152 Perkins diesel (some refer to it as 3.152), my brother has a 1965 MF 150 row-crop, and a 1972 MF 135 with the AD3.152. It's a great, efficient little engine that goes along way on fuel. Wish my 1965 MF 2135 Industrial tractor had the AD3.152 instead of the Continental Z134 4 cylinder gas engine. On my brothers 135, and 150 they both have a tag on the intake manifold.
 

I appreciate all of the assistance and for the different links. I have MonoCyl on my block, and of course, I chased that down thinking someone may have changed mine out with a Fordson 3.152. Of course, this led to another pile of rocks. However, you all should find this interesting....I went as far as contacting a Perkins distributor with all of the previous information. Earlier today I received an email from them stating that I needed their overhaul kit U5MK9141 for a D3.152 engine. Is it worth pondering that somewhere down through the years the right hand actually didn't know what the left hand was doing?
 
F. Perkins Ltd was bought by Massey Ferguson in 1959 (MF was Perkins largest customer before 1959). In 1994 Perkins became a subsidiary of LucasVarity. Perkins was also a supplier to Caterpillar since the 1970's, in 1998 Caterpillar bought (and still currently owns) Perkins. Perkins also bought Rolls-Royce diesel of Shrewsbury in 1984, Perkins then bought Gardner Engines in 1986. Some Ford, International tractors also used Perkins engines. Ford cast the blocks, and heads for the Perkins engines that got used in Ford tractors.
 
CL=chrome liners and 192 would indicate it has a 65 type 192
cubic inch engine? pictures would help?.................

Sam
 
(quoted from post at 15:32:31 07/13/14) CL=chrome liners and 192 would indicate it has a 65 type 192
cubic inch engine? pictures would help?.................

Sam

Wow! Thank you for that information. I will try to upload an engine picture for you this afternoon. Also, where can references to my "non-typical" engine serial number be found?
 
(quoted from post at 06:34:07 07/14/14)
(quoted from post at 15:32:31 07/13/14) CL=chrome liners and 192 would indicate it has a 65 type 192
cubic inch engine? pictures would help?.................

Sam

Wow! Thank you for that information. I will try to upload an engine picture for you this afternoon. Also, where can references to my "non-typical" engine serial number be found?



If its 192 cubic inches it would be a 4 cylinder engine.
 
(quoted from post at 08:23:21 07/14/14)
(quoted from post at 06:34:07 07/14/14)
(quoted from post at 15:32:31 07/13/14) CL=chrome liners and 192 would indicate it has a 65 type 192
cubic inch engine? pictures would help?.................

Sam

Wow! Thank you for that information. I will try to upload an engine picture for you this afternoon. Also, where can references to my "non-typical" engine serial number be found?

Oh snap. It is a 3-cylinder engine.

If its 192 cubic inches it would be a 4 cylinder engine.
 
I appreciate your offer but this tractor and its entirety has a home. My son and I are getting ready to do a full restore and was having difficulty identifying the engine to get parts. Unless something jumps out at you in the pictures, we will have no other choice than to go in the engine and examine the components to determine what we need.
 
There should be a engine serial number on either the intake side, or rear of the engine block above the bell housing (it's a stamped in number) you may have to remove some parts, do some scraping of paint, and other stuff to find the number.
 
I have a 1960 MF 35 (SNM 207522) with Perkins engine serial number CL 1933076 C (Possible the C is a O). If you still have your tractor and have any info on your engine please contact me to exchange info. Thanks
 

He might be around and answer you, but his last post was on Monday, Oct. 13, 2014 according to his profile. Just so you know.
 
(quoted from post at 16:11:49 05/22/20) I have a 1960 MF 35 (SNM 207522) with Perkins engine serial number CL 1933076 C (Possible the C is a O). If you still have your tractor and have any info on your engine please contact me to exchange info. Thanks



Don't know what the C, or O would be after the serial number, but the CL indicates Chrome Liners. I'm currently working on a 1961 MF35 with a engine serial number CL 1869465 (it's the original engine to the tractor). The CL 1933076 serial would seem to indicate that your engine is not original to the tractor. What kind of info do you need to know about your engine.
 

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