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Jim Nye

11-22-2006 19:10:35




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So now I am the proud owner of a 1967 MF-180
Mutipower,perkins,all origoanl machine with new rubber.
Talked the seller down from $5400 to $5000,I think it was well worth digging deep in my pockets for this one.I have owners and parts manuals on order but still need to find a good copy of a service manual,where might I find a original? So how much power could I expect from this tractor? Would a 7 foot rototiller be to much? How about a 10 foot hog? Look foward to getting out and put it to work!! Questions may follow, Jim

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BigMarv1085

11-24-2006 20:24:53




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 Re: MF-180 in reply to Jim Nye, 11-22-2006 19:10:35  
I had a 180 years ago and it was a very dependable tractor. I put 10-16 tires and rims on it and it really made for a smooth driving tractor. I have a 175 and I wish it had wider tires on the front.



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MF Poor

11-23-2006 03:13:35




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 Re: MF-180 in reply to Jim Nye, 11-22-2006 19:10:35  
62 HP will run a 7' tiller in most any conditions. I've ran a 90" tiller behind a 60 HP tractor for years. A 7'er will hardly be noticed in all but the toughest of sod ground.

That tractor will handle a 10' hog with hardly a whimper. Keep in mind a 10' pull-type will be easier on the tractor than a 10' 3-point mower.

Don't try to use the tiller with Multipower in low range. It'll freewheel. Even a tractor that heavy will get a push from the tiller. L/1st/Hi will be plenty slow enough with that much hp.

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Jim Nye

11-23-2006 04:39:09




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 Re: MF-180 in reply to MF Poor, 11-23-2006 03:13:35  
MF Poor,
Thanks for the advice, but could explain what you mean with "freewheel". I thouhgt the slower the better but you said put the mutipower in HI? Is that so it drop a gear if starts to bog down?
Thanks again, Jim



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MF Poor

11-23-2006 04:58:16




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 Re: MF-180 in reply to Jim Nye, 11-23-2006 04:39:09  
I'll try to explain. Hi range in multipower "over-runs" low range. If you're in low range and start down a hill, there's no engine braking. Tranny just free wheels in low. Ideally, you do want to go as slow as possible with a tiller. However, low range on the multipower has no engine braking like I said. That lets the tiller literally push you along. (BTDT) You'll get the same effect as if you just shoved the clutch in.

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Jims 180

11-23-2006 05:36:30




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 Re: MF-180 in reply to MF Poor, 11-23-2006 04:58:16  
Thanks MFPoor, I think I got it.



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MF Poor

11-23-2006 06:21:15




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 Re: MF-180 in reply to Jims 180, 11-23-2006 05:36:30  
Multipower works as well as any hi/lo of that era. Like so many things, it didn't like abuse. For anyone owning a multipower tractor, I'd suggest getting to know how it works. That helps you to develope a respect for its assets and liabilities. Get owners, service, and parts manuals (from MF/AGCO) There's tons of them on ebay. Also you can find a lot of dealer literature from 60's/70's on ebay. That'll have a good bit of interesting info.

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Jims 180

11-23-2006 08:58:54




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 Re: MF-180 in reply to MF Poor, 11-23-2006 06:21:15  
I have already ordered origonal parts and owners manuals but not been able to find a origonal service manual.All I have found is IT manual(don"t want that). Question about the e-brake lever....between the vertical lever and the horizontal bar with the teeth...should they be connected with a spring or a rod? mine is missing and I have received my manuals yet.I would like to get this fixed soon. Also where can I find the rubber mounts that the fuel tank is mounted on?Thanks for your help,Jim

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135 Fan

11-22-2006 22:15:45




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 Re: MF-180 in reply to Jim Nye, 11-22-2006 19:10:35  
The 180 has 63 PTO horsepower. In heavy work rototillers usually go by the 10 hp/ft. rule. In previously worked soil 7 ft. would work. The same thing would kind of apply to a bush hog. An 8 ft. might be a better choice. It's better to have slightly smaller than too big. It's easier on the tractor in heavy going. Your clutches will thank you. Try a dealer for the manual. MF manuals are better. Hope this helps. Dave

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