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    Massey 65 Mk2 Fuel Shut Off and Manual?

    Evening all, been a while since I last posted here - and since I did, I've sold my 35X and 'upgraded' to a 65 Mk2 MP, which arrived today. My first question is a very basic and probably silly one, but I'd rather find out the easy way than having to disconnect parts or, worse, bleed the system...
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    Welland Steam & Country Rally 2018

    While there was of course plenty of steam action at the rally, I thought a few select photos of some of the infernal combustion engined tractors (and a combine) might go down well here. Possibly the largest vintage tractor section I've encountered at any rally, and a nice mix of old beaters...
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    Boris Johnson's Resignation Letter

    Agree or disagree but there's some interesting points: " Dear Theresa, It is more than two years since the British people voted to leave the European Union on an unambiguous and categorical promise that if they did so they would be taking back control of their democracy. They were told they...
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    Flail suitable for 35X

    Can I check with those wot know more that this bad boy: https://www.mdlpowerup.com/product/efgc-flail-mowers/ (or more specifically, the 1.75 metre / 5 1/2 foot version) would be ok for use with my 35X, at least in theory? It states that '35hp +' is needed at the PTO - from what I can see the...
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    MF 35X Ongoing Restoration and Questions

    As suggested and in case the OP of the other recent 35X thread doesn't re-appear soon, and to avoid hijacking another thread, here's my own progress thread with some questions as and when they come up! Since acquiring the tractor last summer, I've taken the decision to remove the awful cobbled...
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    Operating Front Loader and/or Rear Links

    Hi all, I have a 35 with front loader - the loader rams operate through a graduated turn valve (nearest the rams) and an OPEN/CLOSED cock between that and the Imola operating lever and return pipe. The issue is that with the weight of a transport box on the back, if I lift this up, then open...
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    MF35 Lighting Switch

    Hi, Perhaps a strange question, but it's got my local parts seller a bit puzzled too. A standard light switch plate is available for the 35/35x which has six positions, they are: 1 - OFF 2 - SIDE LIGHTS 3 - SIDE AND DIPPED HEADLAMP 4 - SIDE AND MAIN HEADLAMP 5 - MAIN HEADLAMP AND PLOUGH LAMP...
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