MF 590 jacking point.

[fergy35x]

Hello guys, I need to jack my Massey Ferguson 590 up so both back wheels are off the ground at the same time so what is the best point to place the jack. After that I need both front wheels up at the same time and again best jacking point. Cheers.

 

[Tractortech]

Now Then..
Make some wooden wedges to hammer in the sides of the front axle. Then jack it up at the back in the centre, axle stands under each axle, then lift the front..
I sometimes prefer to lift the back one side at a time. Set the jack to one side of the drawbar frame, lift, install axle stand, repeat at the other side, then repeat at the front..

 

[fergy35x]

Morning , thanks for that info. Iwon't be having all 4 wheels off the ground at once. I need both back wheels off the ground 1st as I need to change wheels from side to side. When i'm done I will lower, take jack out and do the front as I need to widen the front axle width. So, will I need to shove wedges into the front axle?

 

[Tractortech]

You only need wedges if you intend to lift the back of the tractor from the centre. Make sure you put axle stands under each side so it's safe to remove any wheels

 

[Exfarmer]

Take great care and use proper axle stands, just jacking in the centre is inviting accidents and possibly death. Always wedge the front axle when jacking both the wheels off the ground either end.

 

[fergy35x]

You only need wedges if you intend to lift the back of the tractor from the centre. Make sure you put axle stands under each side so it's safe to remove any wheels

OK thanks

 

[fergy35x]

Take great care and use proper axle stands, just jacking in the centre is inviting accidents and possibly death. Always wedge the front axle when jacking both the wheels off the ground either end.

OK thank you.

 

[startinghandle]

Are the rear wheels the ordinary type or cast type?
Are they water ballasted?
The way described is not how I do it

 

[Mur Huwcun]

If they’re normal wheels and not cast and not full of water crack the wheel nuts when it’s on the floor, pair of axle stands with appropriate SWL under the trumpet housing as far apart as possible, trolley jack or bottle jack under the hitch and lift the wheels clear. adjust the axle stands to support the load and slightly drop the jack so that both stands are weight bearing. Then, and only then remove the wheels. Way too often I see people removing a wheel with only a jack and then popping an axle stand under it

 

[essexpete]

If they’re normal wheels and not cast and not full of water crack the wheel nuts when it’s on the floor, pair of axle stands with appropriate SWL under the trumpet housing as far apart as possible, trolley jack or bottle jack under the hitch and lift the wheels clear. adjust the axle stands to support the load and slightly drop the jack so that both stands are weight bearing. Then, and only then remove the wheels. Way too often I see people removing a wheel with only a jack and then popping an axle stand under it

A friend of mine a few years ago had pro tyre fitters out to swap tyres in farm workshop. They jacked up in centre and had both wheels of just before tractor slipped off the jack. I can't remember now if anyone was hurt but fairly modern tractor was damaged.

 

[MF-ANDY]

Bottle back under the link arm lugs on one side. Remove wheel, support with axle stand and repeat on other side.

 

[agrimax]

Ah but the stand needs to be in before the wheel is removed,to be safe...

 

[Tractortech]

Personally, I prefer to lift one side at a time with the weight being taken by the axle stands before removing wheels.
I've seen all sorts of techniques over the years. The wedge thing was kind of OK if done properly for relatively small tractors. Theres too much weight and value in the modern ones..

 

[Exfarmer]

Of course there is another simple option today, teleporter and pallet tines

 

[fergy35x]

Are the rear wheels the ordinary type or cast type?
Are they water ballasted?
The way described is not how I do it

They are normal wheels with no water ballast.

 

[MF-ANDY]

Are. With the wheels set at 72" you may be able to put an axle stand under before you take the wheel off. If not adjust your jack until there is no pressure on the studs and you wont disturb the tractor as you pull the wheel off, then fit the stand under the reduction hub. For belt and braces use wooden blocks under the draw bar frame.