There are multiple reasons for tractor equipment failures. One of the most common is that moving parts are not lubricated properly. Inadequate lubrication makes tractors vulnerable to oxidation, wear, brake chatter, erosion, corrosion and the effects of cold...
By Christina Thomas Time and again, the advantages of wet brakes have been proven, and fortunately most modern tractors are equipped with them. However, complaints about brake chatter found on agricultural and off-highway equipment continue to tarnish the benefits of...
Consider less-than-optimal efficiency and long-term equipment damage before buying this outdated product. Despite the fact that John Deere dropped its 303 specification in the 1970s, tractor hydraulic fluid (THF) sold as 303 THF is still on the market and is promoted...
Fall and winter bring colder temperatures to the farm. If you are using a low-quality tractor fluid, expect slower starts, choppy performance and faster wear on tractor parts. Making sure fluid meets current equipment specifications can be difficult, though. Equipment...
Farmers should always know how well their tractor’s hydraulic fluid resists oxidation, because oxidation is always happening. Oxidation of lubricants occurs when oxygen chemically attacks fluid base oils, an inherent susceptibility of hydrocarbon stocks. Additionally,...
