MF30 REPLACING MASTER CYLINDERS / NO BRAKES!!

Servicing the braking system on project big MF'er. The tractor, Massey Ferguson 30E Industrial Loader, had zero brakes when I took ownership. It is a big tractor and it does not like to maneuver around tight spaces. It's only mode of stopping power was to reverse the shuttle transmission and or drop the bucket. In this video I attempt to bleed the rear brakes, remove and disassemble one of the old master cylinders (was hoping it could be rejuvenated), and ultimately install two brand new master cylinders. The parts were readily available as an aftermarket replacement for vintage british cars. If you are like me you had to say 'british cars' with your best english accent. Now she goes and stops! Yay progress!! Check out my instagram page for more information on the parts. I believe I posted a picture update when they arrived. Cheers,
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[@Nakai2024]

Thanks for showing us exactly what your doing! Good video brother.

[@FlatThunder]

Thanks! I'm glad it was helpful. Thanks for watching and sharing. Cheers 👍😁

[@JustinHolloway307]

Reply like your channel i have 843 as well and I love old fords how big shop do you have that is pretty awesome place

[@FlatThunder]

Thanks! I have a 30x32x14 shop. It's a decent size, but not quite big enough for my larger projects and storage. Thanks for watching 👍😁

[@a2zallyousee]

Do you have a video on changing the fan belt we also have a 30e I found you video very helpful I need to sort the brakes next week I found a loop of bailing string helped me get the spring back on but my fan belt snapped so I’ve had to skip the brakes for now take care bud

[@FlatThunder]

Thanks! Unfortunately I have not tackled a fan belt replacement yet. You will like operating it much more with functional brakes. They help tremendously when operating in tight spaces and for added traction control. Best of luck on the repairs. Thanks for watching! 👍😁

[@juangutierrez6657]

What type of brake fluid does it use?

[@FlatThunder]

I think I used DOT 3. I don't think it's overly critical in this application. Thanks for watching 👍😁

[@philipgiven1416]

Hi where is the break fluid jar located

[@FlatThunder]

Mine is located behind the operator panel on the passenger side. It's right next to the battery. In between the battery and operator panel. Thanks for watching 👍😁

[@philipgiven1416]

Thank located it same as yours. There was no fluid in it so ho I'll have breaks now. Just a couple of questions. 1. Mine is torque the throttle is the right pedal is the left the break? 2. The loader is going up and down perfect but won't tip. I have no bucket on it when I tried may it needs the weight