I am new to the forum and also a newbie to tractors in general. I bought my first (compact) tractor a few years ago - a MF 210-4. Its been a great little workhorse. I have some trouble with the right front drive assembly. I have removed the outboard hub assembly and I have been able to source most of the bearings, CV joint etc. that I need at our local dealership, but it seems MF no longer supports this model and they do not have the spindle thrust bearing and seals, hub seals or the top bearing and seal. My questions to the greater MF world:
1) Where is a good source for hard to find parts? This model was manufactured in Japan.
2) The service manual has a general note that says the manual will describe service of complete assemblies (i.e. the complete front axle assembly). They go on to say partial assemblies can be serviced but this will depend on the judgement of the mechanic. So my specific question is: can I remove the front right axle housing and axle without removing the complete front axle assembly and differential? It looks like there is a STOP welded to the frame that might prevent the removal of the right and left axle housings without first removing the entire axle and differential from the tractor.
I apologize if this is a rookie question and a tad wordy. I am however, a rookie and will appreciate the expertise and advice of seasoned experts!
1) Where is a good source for hard to find parts? This model was manufactured in Japan.
2) The service manual has a general note that says the manual will describe service of complete assemblies (i.e. the complete front axle assembly). They go on to say partial assemblies can be serviced but this will depend on the judgement of the mechanic. So my specific question is: can I remove the front right axle housing and axle without removing the complete front axle assembly and differential? It looks like there is a STOP welded to the frame that might prevent the removal of the right and left axle housings without first removing the entire axle and differential from the tractor.
I apologize if this is a rookie question and a tad wordy. I am however, a rookie and will appreciate the expertise and advice of seasoned experts!