Over the past 50 years, better design and construction have made tractors more powerful and durable. Tractors are the lifeblood of many businesses, and farmers increasingly depend on them to maintain day-to-day productivity. Proper maintenance is critical. Failure to...
In the field of drivetrain fluids, one of the toughest applications is the hydraulic system of an agricultural tractor because a typical Universal Tractor Transmission Oil (UTTO) has to perform a multifunctional role. The UTTO must: Act as a lubricant for the gears...
Keeping fuel injectors clean and free from harmful deposits is a critical part of equipment maintenance. Poor quality diesel fuel can cause engine injector deposit buildup that leads to poor fuel economy and engine performance, and expensive repairs or injector...
Producers looking to get the most out of their equipment at trade-in time can often be rewarded by paying attention to regular maintenance and equipment upkeep. “The level of care in equipment can have a huge payback,” says Rick Vacha, territory manager,...
Recently, lawsuits have raised questions about the quality of Tractor Hydraulic Fluid in the marketplace, and states have even begun to ban the sale of them. Damage to equipment due to low quality fluid is a common story. The THF market is full of products that don’t...
