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4 ways to prolong the life of farm machinery

With the unprecedented amount of rainfall over the past few months, cultivation and drilling operations have been almost impossible for many.  However, as soon as mother nature allows, it will be all systems go – so now is the time to service farm equipment and avoid untimely breakdowns.
Drilling wet field
Follow this advice to protect engines and prolong the life of farm machinery….

  1. Check your oil – Engines need oil to keep them running smoothly, so routine oil changes are needed to ensure that farm equipment runs efficiently. Check your vehicle’s manual to see how often the oil needs to be changed. If it needs changing, be sure to replace with an oil that adheres to manufacturer specifications, ideally supplied by a reputable supplier that meets industry quality standards.   If you are changing the oil it is also worth changing the filter too – as once it gets full, it will start bypassing unfiltered oil directly back into the mix and could cause engine damage.
  2. Don’t forget the air filters – An engine’s air filter prevents small particles from getting inside and damaging internal components. Air filters can get clogged with dust, making it harder for the engine to breath, which is necessary to keep it running. Therefore, it is wise to clean or replace the filters on a regular basis.
  3. Top up hydraulics – As well as engine oil, it is imperative to ensure tractors and other equipment have the correct hydraulic oil at a suitable level. Failure to do so puts pressure on pumps and can lead to costly contamination related damage.

When was the last time you topped up your hydraulic oil?

  1. Care and maintenance – While your farm machinery is in the workshop its worth taking the opportunity to clean off the grime, grease moving parts and check antifreeze/coolant levels.  We stock a range of workshop and cleaning products such as General Purpose TFR Cleaner and Rustarest corrosion inhibitor which protects against rust.


We stock many lubricants for Agriculture, including engine oil, transmission oil, gear oil, brake fluids, greases, coolants and cleaning products all available with next delivery from our Online Shop
For more information or to get any technical advice, you can contact us at www.withamgroup.co.uk/qualube/contactusqualube/

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