Posted by MF Poor on April 10, 2011 at 05:35:01 from (72.4.0.230):
In Reply to: Massey Ferguson 135 posted by Mark Henderson on April 09, 2011 at 09:54:12:
I've heard stories relating how US or UK models were better. I've owned both and DO NOT see any advantage to either. They're slightly different, but I sure don't see one as better than the other.
Anyone having clutch trouble needs to learn how to ADJUST the clutch. In proper adjustement, they shift as cleanly as ANY non syncro-ed tranny. Same applies to brakes. They work fine so long as they're kept in adjustment and replaced when worn out.
As far as "better" models; I'd tend to look for a later model (69 thru 74) diesel, with alternator, 8-speed tranny option (which means NO MultiPower)
Unless you want a stripped down model, avoid the early production option of the 135"custom". (From what I know, maybe only a US production model???) That didn't have 2-stage clutch, sparse lighting and gauges (if at all) pan seat, no power steering, and of course, no MultiPower. Very low percentage of 135's were so equipped.
Power steering is not 100% crucial, but I wouldn't buy a tractor WITHOUT it. Why just "get by"?
I've owned a MF150 (diesel, 8-speed) since new (in 1971) It's essentially the same power train as a 135, only with a much stouter front axle, steering, cooling system, larger fuel tank, slightly longer wheel base, and just a tick more weight. The 150 is everything good about the 135 and a lot more. I'd HIGHLY recommend the 150 if one can be found. (They're NOT that uncommon) Back when the 100 series was introduced and then tested at Univ of Nebraska, the 150 was the most fuel efficient tractor built. Results were a good bit better than a standard 135.
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