Consider less-than-optimal efficiency and long-term equipment damage before buying this outdated product.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...
Cleaning air filters on combines, trucks and tractors is a hassle, but the equipment is more efficient and will have a longer life with consistent filter cleanings. A portable solution is available to make the chore easier. The Filter Blaster from Salmon River...
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,...
The last time you drive the sprayer into the yard for the season, instead of parking it in the corner, park it front and center and begin taking the first steps to winterize and maintain the sprayer for peak performance during the next growing season. That’s the...
