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Ferg. TO 35 vs M/F 35 vs MF 135

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Andy Z

07-06-2000 14:31:21

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I recently bought 7 acres and have been shopping for an old tractor primarily to bushhog and plow a 600 ft driveway. Comments from this board make me feel comfortable with Massey Fergusons. I have a couple questions. Any suggestions of one model over others? Is a TO 35 as good as later MF 35s or MF 135? I looked at a MF 135 with a block that is being professionally repaired - is a repaired block OK? Next, what is special about a MF35 "deluxe" Also, I looked at a MF 35 deluxe with Multi-power. The tractor seemed in decent shape but it made a mild racheting noise in reverse? Is that cause for concern. Is multi-power an advantage or one more thing to break? I would appreciate any insights anyone has. Thanks

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raptor

07-18-2000 10:32:53

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Re: Ferg. TO 35 vs M/F 35 vs MF 135 in reply to Andy Z, 07-06-2000 14:31:21

I bought a MF35 with a Perkins diesel about three years ago. It's suppose to be a deluxe model from what I've read on past posts. I absolutely love it! I help my dad maintain 55 acres of field and fence lines. Keep the restoration bug under control. It can become addictive (just ten more things I want to do), and expensive. Good luck, and happy and SAFE tractoring.

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darby gallagher

09-15-2001 12:09:30

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Re: Re: Ferg. TO 35 vs M/F 35 vs MF 135 in reply to raptor, 07-18-2000 10:32:53

I'm purchasing a MF 135 from a man for $1,500. It has a 3 cyl Perkins diesel. It needs front spindles, bearings, and a tire. It also needs a new steering gear and a new oil filter assembly (the old one was stolen. Where can I get some good used parts and does this sound like a good deal. The engine runs like a top.

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Chip

07-08-2000 04:36:04

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Re: Ferg. TO 35 vs M/F 35 vs MF 135 in reply to Andy Z, 07-06-2000 14:31:21

I would go for anything with a Perkins diesel, but I agree that everything you listed will be more than adequate.

Good luck

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Chip

07-08-2000 04:34:26

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Re: Ferg. TO 35 vs M/F 35 vs MF 135 in reply to Andy Z, 07-06-2000 14:31:21

I would go for anything with a Perkins diesel, but I agree that everything you listed will be more than adequate.

Good luck

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WVMark

07-06-2000 19:30:41

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Re: Ferg. TO 35 vs M/F 35 vs MF 135 in reply to Andy Z, 07-06-2000 14:31:21

Andy, regarding multi-power, ratcheting sounds are normal if they're not too noticable and multi-power is nice if it's working ok but if it's not, it's expensive to fix. There are several articles posted on this bulletin board about multi-power. Scroll back through the pages and read about it, I think you'll find some of it quite informative. MF-35 is my pick of the litter, a good machine, strong, compact, and rugged however they're all good machines, anyone of them will take care of 7 acres without breaking a sweat. A photo of my 35 is posted in the photo gallery. I have a bush hog, a flail mower and a sickle bar mower, which is shown in the photo. Good luck in your search, and if you have any questions, just post them here and I'm sure someone will be able to help you

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Bob

07-06-2000 16:38:33

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Re: Ferg. TO 35 vs M/F 35 vs MF 135 in reply to Andy Z, 07-06-2000 14:31:21

The 135 is later, but what is being repaired on the block? Which engine? All in all, any one is a good tractor. I would lean toward anything diesel first, also the overall condition is very important unless you want a major restoration project. Costs can quickly get out of hand!

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TG in VA

08-21-2000 15:12:36

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Re: Re: Ferg. TO 35 vs M/F 35 vs MF 135 in reply to Bob, 07-06-2000 16:38:33

I bought a 1955 TO35 4 cylinder gas about 18 years ago. It is virtually maintenance free.
I use it every day, it always starts and always runs. A diesel is nice, but the Continental gas engine starts in the subzero cold without a block heater or ether. I understand the 3 cyl gas requires a rebuild about every 2000 hours. The 4 cyl Continental just needs new plugs and points every 5 years or so.

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Andy

07-13-2000 10:42:00

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Re: Re: Ferg. TO 35 vs M/F 35 vs MF 135 in reply to Bob, 07-06-2000 16:38:33

Thanks for your feedback. Whichever I get, I am sure I'll have more questions. Andy

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cecil pittman

01-09-2001 18:11:29

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Re: Re: Re: Ferg. TO 35 vs M/F 35 vs MF 135 in reply to Andy, 07-13-2000 10:42:00

im looking for a power stearing unit for a 135. i have a case 400 i would like to sell. $1500 needs fuel inj. pump. diesel

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