Prepping Your Tractor For Spring
Your tractor likely needs a bit of maintenance before it's ready for spring chores. All that time in winter storage takes its toll and you want to prepare it for optimal performance. Use the below tips to get your tractor ready for spring. For more advice or to shop tractors for sale in Houston, Texas, reach out to J5 Tractors. We have dealerships in Conroe, Navasota, Buna, and Normangee, Texas.
Check The Fluids
Take a minute to inspect the fluids inside the engine, transmission, and hydraulic fluid chambers. If these are not in good condition, it can cause tractor overheating or a systems malfunction. A quick check will let you know if you need to swap out the existing fluids with fresh ones.
Check The Belts
Make sure the tractor belts are free of damage, such as stretching or cracking. Otherwise, a damaged tractor belt could snap and cause damage to the other machine parts. If you notice a less-than-ideal quality, air on the safe side and replace the belts.
Do A Brake Check
When a tractor sits in storage for an extended time, the brakes can get rusted and face reduced effectiveness. This can cause an accident, crash, or other safety issue. Go for a quick drive and test your tractor brakes before your spring work starts up. This will give you time to get the brakes replaced if needed. Remember to test the right and left ones individually so you can properly identify any problems.
Replace The Filters
There are key filters that keep your tractor running well. The fuel filter is essential at preventing particles from entering the engine and causing damage. But other filters need regular replacement as well, such as the air filter, oil filter, and hydraulic filter. Glance over each filter and replace as needed.
Check The Battery
Batteries that sit in storage will usually drain over time. If it's been weeks or months, your tractor battery is probably completely dead and won't be able to start up your tractor. You'll need to connect the tractor battery to a charger.
If you notice the battery struggles to hold a charge, it could be an indication that a battery is in need of replacement. Take your tractor into a service department, such as the one at J5 Tractors, to get a professional inspection done.
Check The Fuel
Ideally, you remembered to add fuel stabilizer before putting your tractor into winter storage. If not, you will probably have to replace the fuel now. It's especially important for gas tractors, but also important for diesel tractors. Drain out the old fuel, dispose of it properly, and fill up the tank with fresh fuel. You will be ready to get started on spring chores!
We hope you found this spring preparation guide helpful! If you want to shop tractors for sale in Houston, Texas, check out the selection at J5 Tractors. Our friendly staff can go over the various models and the financing options, making the shopping process easy. Contact us or visit us at one of our dealerships. We have locations in Conroe, Navasota, Buna, and Normangee, Texas.