MASSEY FERGUSON 3125
MASSEY FERGUSON 3125
Whilst it is nice to produce vintage and classic tractors as show pieces it also is satsifying to preserve and extend the working life within tomorrows classic icons.
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On a J plate this MF 3125 was bought to us rom Northumberland. It is used for general agricultural contracting work throughout the summer. During the winter it duties consist largely of snow clearing and gritting duties, it reliability therefore tremendously important.
The aims of this particular project was to attend to the varying mechanical problems expected of a tractor of this age and its 9000 hours.
Cosmetically the usual corrosion is creeping in and needed to be rectified.
CLUTCH REPLACEMENT
The tractor had been suffering for a while with a less than sufficient clutch. The tractor was split and the clutch unit was taken apart. Upon closer investigation not only was the clutch found to be badly worn the flywheel was as well. New components were ordered and fitted as the original ones were beyond repair.
ELECTRICAL OVERHAUL
HYDRAULIC PUMP REPLACEMENT
During assessment the oil pressure in the back end of the tractor was found to be low. Upon closer investigation the hydraulic pump was found to be under performing most likely due to the hours and age of the tractor.
The tractor was disassembled to access the pump and a brand new unit was fitted.
COSMETICALLY SPEAKING
The tractor was fairly straight but a great deal of corrosion had started to take hold. Holes in the mudguards were highly visable. These had to be cut out and re-tinned in places before any of the normal surface preparation could be attended to.
Most restoration projects will throw an unsuspected challenge.
We have encountered lots of different challenges along the way. Rust hidden behind door and window rubbers is common.
Customers own modifications can sometimes be a big time consumer to correct properly
Once the large holes rectified the project is prepped as normal for paint. All corrosion is treated internally and externally. The tractor is very carefully masked. It’s the preparation the gives the best results and we certainly give the best results….
