1956 Ferguson TO35 tractor gets transmission oil change Massey Ferguson TO35

We do an oil change on the differential and transmission. in goes the 80W90 GL5 spec. We had lots of oil in stock and decided why not use it.
the water contamination was unbelievable

[@paulfleming1564]

Thankyou,doing a model 35 here in nz,grandsons learnt so much.

[@JimsNBHomestead]

That has been the best comment this channel has ever received. Thank-you so very very much

[@Juiceboxmakes]

Glad we could be of help and wish you and your grandson all the best on your model 35

[@JimsNBHomestead]

Indeed

[@dougmcdonald7400]

I love this father and son team.. it’s awesome

[@JimsNBHomestead]

Thanks Doug for the kind words, we have been doing things like this together since he was a toddler

[@dougmcdonald7400]

You seem like a good father and you have a good son. It’s nice to see.

[@JimsNBHomestead]

thank you again for the kind words

[@fredhart7904]

I have a 1957 TO35, I have changed the hydraulic differential oil in it twice over the years, I used GL90 mineral oil, which Ferguson installed at the factory, Critical issue was to protect that yellow metal in the transmission bearings, so I understand, The 15w40 oil they use or can buy in England have some type material to protect the yellow bearings, I may use shell rotella 15w40 oil the next time I change the differential in my tractor as the tractor is no longer used plowing, mostly just bush hogging They are nice old tractors, take good care of it, My 1957 was gray and beige, your 1956 might be one of the rare early ones that was painted green and beige, maybe you can find the old paint colors under the paint, Good luck with your tractor,

[@JimsNBHomestead]

Oils have come a long way and the new oils will not attack yellow metals like the old days. The key is to protect the crown and pinion thats were the EP additives come into play. 15W40 isn't near thick enough in my mind

[@fredhart7904]

Forgot to say I slowly added in 6 gals then let it set for a while drove it around some worked the lift then slowly added more oil, book said 8 gals, but I never remember getting more than 6 1/2 -7 gals Worked good,

[@JimsNBHomestead]

Fred how is your tractor doing?

[@fredhart7904]

@@JimsNBHomesteaddoing great, runs like a top, was out bush hogging this morning

[@JimsNBHomestead]

Excellent news

[@markpennella]

Use an 82 or older penny and drill the hole for thee copper washer

[@JimsNBHomestead]

Excellent idea

[@donaldthomas5852]

I would like to inform anyone that has an old tractor such as this 35 Massey Ferguson if you have a newer tractor that has wet brakes it uses hydraulic oil for wet brakes so if you use both tractors to pull such as the same V-rake you would need to put the same hydraulic transmission oil for wet brakes in the old 35 Massey Ferguson also. Because if you don't you will be mixing the hydraulic oil of both in the V rake and it will eat up your wet brakes in your newer tractor and they are very expensive to fix (replace) . The old 35 Massey Ferguson will run ok with the new wet brake hydraulic transmission oil it is somewhat thinner than the older type fluid. I have a 539 IMT a copy of the 35 Massey Ferguson and I have a 5320 John Deere that uses hydraulic oil for wet brakes I use both tractors at different times to pull my V rake that uses hydraulics to lift and let it down. That's a good looking 35 Massey Ferguson just needs a little TLC.

[@JimsNBHomestead]

You make a strong point. The problem can easily be solved. Shell Spirax S4 TXM Multi-functional Tractor Transmission and Hydraulic Oil Specifications, Approvals & Recommendations Suitable for use in applications where Allison C-4 type fluids are required Spirax S4 TXM can be used when a SAE J 306 85W grade is recommended Case New Holland MAT-3525, M2C-134 A-D, FNHA-2-D.201.00 John Deere JDM-J20C Massey-Ferguson M1143, M1145 Volvo WB 101, Transmission Oil 97303:015 ZF TE-ML 03E, 05F, 06D, 06K, 17E, 21F Caterpillar TO-2 (obsolete) Komatsu - recommended for use in certain construction equipment Clark Shell Spirax S4 TXM is also recommended for use in Case equipment where fluids meeting MS 1207, 1209 or 1210 are specified API Gear Performance : API GL-4

[@allconstruction1]

Ther is 2 differnet compartments for pto and transmission i guess you just fill up the first container for transmission not for the PTO

[@JimsNBHomestead]

It does flow to the back

[@markpennella]

Why can't you boil off the water, filter the old oil, and reuse it?

[@JimsNBHomestead]

Very good question, yes it is possible to boil the water out of the oil. My thinking was to just replace it because I had no way of knowing it's condition. It was just not worth messing with. If the oil was of known age and quality then heating the oil absolutely would have been an option.

[@judisinger3693]

The plate just in front of where you are working what has 4 bolts is leaking and has oil covering plate. Bolts are tight, bad seal???? Have you done a video on this issue??

[@JimsNBHomestead]

i will review and see what is you are referring too

[@GavinGTINI]

Is there a filter in the system anywhere? I have the same machine only a 23c diesel and it badly needs this service done.

[@JimsNBHomestead]

There is no filter for the transmission and hydraulic system. I'm going to try and install one as a offline filter. Mostly as an experiment to see if can be done and be effective

[@reneuriartejr5764]

My fluid looks like yours... damn.. guess it's time to replace them bushings.. I have no clue on how to do that... ha ha ha

[@JimsNBHomestead]

Watch the video and you will see how to get the job ✔ done

[@gigishaw5377]

WHERE'S THE FILTER??

[@JimsNBHomestead]

Inside the transmission. It's actually a screen

[@reapersridge7992]

To flush most of the creamy water left in there: put a few gallon of diesel fuel in ..drive around and let it wash around then drain. That should take care of the creamy..then add your hydrolic fluid.

[@JimsNBHomestead]

Thanks for the tip

[@the-papaw]

Not sure how good running it with diesel in it would be on the brass parts in there. I run mineral oil in mine (get it at NAPA or TSC)

[@JimsNBHomestead]

It's ok for a flush

[@HydesRVBoatsRexford]

Is there a hydraulic filter on the transmission? 1963 MF 35 Gas 6 speed

[@JimsNBHomestead]

There is a suction screen in the transmission. There is no true filter. Once we relocate the tractor i will be adding rear remote on the hydraulics and at that point i can add a filter using an offline setup.

[@HydesRVBoatsRexford]

So it can't easily be accessed to clean with out taking the pump out? I just bought the tractor and it has some water in it and have no service history on it.

[@jimstein8249]

Just a heads up, I found that after the recommend amount of oil was added to my TO20, it took about 20 minutes for the level to equalize in both sections. PS The milky appearance of the oil while looking into the fill plug as it's running might be the oil foaming, check it again after it's been off for a few minutes and if still milky, then it's water.

[@JimsNBHomestead]

you can add one

[@jimott3358]

@@HydesRVBoatsRexford you can get at it through the side cover

[@sharonworton4115]

No filter on that model. ???

[@JimsNBHomestead]

No unfortunately there is no filter for the hydraulics on this tractor

[@jesserush3552]

What about filter

[@JimsNBHomestead]

It only has an internal strainer and right now this oil change was only going to be basically a flush, stay Subscribed for more info

[@birtangunay1148]

X35 fark nedir?

[@JimsNBHomestead]

I do not know

[@toby621]

Why is mine a creamy white colour

[@JimsNBHomestead]

OK, the creamy white color is because there is allot of water in your oil. The source of the water is usually the rubber boots on the 2 shifter handles are worn cracked or missing. When it rains the water will migrate pass the shifter rods into the transmission. Make absolutely sure your 2 rubber boots on the shifter handle are good

[@toby621]

@@JimsNBHomestead thanks mate

[@JimsNBHomestead]

no problem

[@paulfleming1564]

All good oil cost 297 nz dollars.next change 2050.

[@JimsNBHomestead]

Are you saying 20W50 for the next oil change?

[@raylaingsburg3645]

I can't watch this struggle with the plug.

[@JimsNBHomestead]

It's all good bro we managed quite well and the job done. You are welcome to watch or move on It's your call

[@jimjakeott8273]

Wow that oil is terrible looking

[@JimsNBHomestead]

yes indeed