In the plow vs tiller debate, the choice is about primary vs. secondary tillage. A plow does the heavy lifting, breaking new ground. A tiller creates a fine, finished seedbed. Learn which is best for your soil and spring planting.
Think you can just wash out a clogged fuel filter? Think again. Most times, that’s a recipe for engine disaster. From power loss to hard starts, we break down the 9 signs of fuel starvation. Discover the right way to diagnose, drain, and replace your filters to get your equipment back to work.
This spring tractor maintenance guide covers a fast 10-minute checklist to catch leaks, filter issues, cooling problems, and weak batteries before hard work begins, plus a clear plan for follow-up service based on hours and symptoms.
Wondering if you can you put oil in a hot engine? Yes, but there’s a critical difference between warm and overheated. This guide covers the serious risks—from inaccurate readings to engine fires—and shows you the safest way to do it.
This guide explains the most common EGR valve symptoms on excavators, tractors, loaders, and generators, what they indicate mechanically, and when to act to avoid derates and overheating.
Winter storage turns your fuel tank into a water reservoir, and that moisture is the enemy of your diesel engine. Is your tractor hard to start or losing power? It might be drowning. Discover the 7 signs of water contamination and learn the essential steps to drain your Fuel Water Separator before spring work begins.
Don’t panic at a warning light. This guide details the top signs of a bad oil pressure sensor, from erratic gauge readings to visible leaks. Learn to distinguish a faulty sensor from true low oil pressure to save your engine.
A practical guide for off-road equipment owners on when and how often to replace a cabin air filter, avoid blower damage, and maintain clean cab airflow in dusty conditions.
Grinding gears? Stalled engine? Engaging your John Deere PTO shouldn’t sound like a car crash. The secret is the “Idle Down, Throttle Up” rule. We break down the 8 essential steps to engage your PTO safely, plus the quick fixes for when that stubborn shaft just won’t spin.
Selecting the correct air filter size for off-road equipment goes beyond diameter and length. This guide explains how fit, seal design, and airflow capacity work together to protect engines from dust, restriction, and costly downtime.
Is your transmission warning light on? Treat it like a timer ticking toward failure. Whether it’s overheating, low fluid, or a sensor glitch, ignoring it costs big. Discover the 7 common causes and 8 quick troubleshooting steps to save your machine before it stops moving.
A leaking hose means downtime and safety hazards. True hydraulic hose repair is about replacement, not patching. Learn to identify common failure modes and follow our 6-step guide to safely remove the old hose and install a new one.
