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Kevin: I just sold 2 MF #10s, one I used for parts the other for baling. I have a couple of suggestions, but defer to others with more baler experience than I on the others. First: many parts are still available from MF dealer, although some tend to be very expensive (needles, for example, run something like $200 each). That was why I got the second parts baler. Second: Unless you're really baler knowledgable, I'd suggest ordering and reading the operator's manual from MF before you try it out! I didn't and broke both needles very quickly (see price above! ouch.) Then carefully go through the timing procedure and measurements to make sure all is well before you take it out in the field. Third: I would think lots of 'liquid wrench' or equal dripped along the rails that the plunger rides on, and letting it soak in for a couple of days should loosen the plunger up. There should be some 'play' in it--I forget just how much--so once the rust is softened up a little you can probably vibrate it loose by rocking the flywheel back and forth **by hand**. I wouldn't hook the tractor to it until you check timing. Good luck,
Tom A
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