Tractor Clutch

The clutch on the tractor hasn't been working for quite a while now. I need to make that call to the Massey-Ferguson dealer one of these days. I might as well order all the clutch bits, including the rear engine seal, which should be replaced while I have it apart.



Still, I can't resist taking it for a drive around the back lawn every so often. The trick is to start the tractor, let it warm up, then shut it off. Then I'll bump the starter to get it running again and quickly slip it into reverse before the engine gets rolling so that I can back out of the shed. Then, I shut it off again, and bump the starter and quickly slip it into 1st gear to drive around. The only trick is to remember to turn off the key to stop and always drive a low throttle. It's not safe, but I always try to take it slow.