Tips on Servicing Your Tractor Properly

As the summer months near, farmers from all over the Oregon and Washington state area are going to need to get ready again for those long days of work. However, although farmers are more than ready to get to work, their equipment may not be. This is especially true when it comes to tractors. Therefore, the following includes a few tips from our professionals at SS Equipment on how to properly service your tractor.

Now Is the Time to Fix Broken Components

Understandably, farmers are very busy people. However, if you know there are one or two broken components on your tractor, this is the time to begin fixing them. This is because it's likely that once the real work begins, you won't have time nor resources to take care of it. Some common repairs that people tend to ignore are oil leaks, usually if they are small. However, the more that leak goes unrepaired, the bigger and costlier it will become.

Get Rid of the Pests

During the winter season, you've likely had your tractor in storage in order to protect it from the elements. During that time, small pests such as mice could have set up camp within the various parts of your tractor. Although tiny, mice can really harm your tractor's wiring if they are allowed to settle in. This is why it is so important to include a few pest control methods into your tractor service task list.

Clean Out Your Radiator

Your tractor may have been sitting in storage for a few months; this means it's also been accumulating dirt. Owners should use compressed air to begin clearing out some of that dirt from the tractor's radiator. The radiator is basically how your tractor is able to remove heat as it is being used.

Protecting Your Fuel Tanks

For many farmers, the summer months don't always come with high temperatures. Farmers within the northern-most states of the country will run into low temperatures at some point. This is why experts recommend protecting your fuel tanks with a fuel stabilizer product. Doing this will help to protect your fuel from becoming gel-like as the temperatures dip. As many of you already know, this can negatively affect your tractor's performance, often not even allowing it to start.

If your tractor has not received the best service over the past couple of years, make sure to visit our knowledgeable staff at SS Equipment. Conveniently located in Oregon and Washington, our staff at SS Equipment may be able to help you with any questions or concerns regarding your tractor, thus making sure you are ready for the summer months.