Burnerman 758 #1 Posted September 23, 2019 Does anyone have any info on these tractors? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
WHNJ701 4,165 #2 Posted September 23, 2019 I don't own one, I know of a few, they were an evolution of the porter cable tractor, the same basic design was used by massey, dura corp, moto mower, lawnmaster in the 60's with most parts interchangeable 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
gwest_ca-(File Mod) 11,104 #3 Posted September 23, 2019 See some info here. One file is named MF8 https://gardentractortalk.com/forums/files/category/2-massey-snapper-amf/?sort_order=ASC&sort_key=file_name&num=15&filter_key=all Garry 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Achto 27,824 #4 Posted September 23, 2019 2 hours ago, Burnerman said: Does anyone have any info on these tractors? David Brown @new2horses is very knowledgeable on the Massey Executive's. I believe that he has a couple of them, if memory serves me correct. 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
new2horses 287 #5 Posted September 23, 2019 As it happens I have 4. Our fellow member is correct about the history, Most, including me believe there were about 3,000 built from '64-'66 with the most being built in '66. Often the battery cover is absent and the choke and throttle controls have issues. All were powered by a Kohler 181 and most had the standard tire and wheel option, depending on how the dealer ordered it. 4.00X8 front tires and 6X12 rears being standard and 16-6.50X8 fronts and 23-8.50X12 optional. Seat options were also available ranging from a pan seat to a high back model, I believe the optional seat changed depending on the year the tractor was produced, but have nothing to back that up. They were painted Massey Ferguson industrial yellow. I make reproduction battery covers and have correct choke and throttle cables available as replacements. 3 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Burnerman 758 #6 Posted September 23, 2019 My son says it’s all there including the battery cover and mower deck. He pulled the engine for a replacement for his C85. He feels bad about doing that now since we found out how rare & old the tractor is. Hopefully I’ll be posting pics of it after work today. 😁 3 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Burnerman 758 #7 Posted September 23, 2019 4 hours ago, gwest_ca said: See some info here. One file is named MF8 https://gardentractortalk.com/forums/files/category/2-massey-snapper-amf/?sort_order=ASC&sort_key=file_name&num=15&filter_key=all Garry Thanks Garry! I just signed up and downloaded those files a lil bit ago. I can’t wait to meet this tractor. lol. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Burnerman 758 #8 Posted September 23, 2019 He says it’s the same as this one only not in such pristine condition. Lol 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Achto 27,824 #9 Posted September 23, 2019 11 minutes ago, Burnerman said: He feels bad about doing that now since we found out how rare & old the tractor is The most rare Massey that I know of in the states is a Massey Ferguson Elf. It was built by Gutbrod and never exported to the states. To my knowledge there is only one on North American soil & that one is in Canada. 3 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Burnerman 758 #11 Posted September 23, 2019 I’m going to be freeing up rusted stuff for weeks! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Burnerman 758 #12 Posted September 23, 2019 Don’t have the OEM rear rims and tires. These are WH rears I had laying around. Are they special rims and are they worth looking for? It’s all there otherwise. Implement raise lower arm is busted and all the pivots seized so I don’t think I can get the deck off. Brake and clutch pedals are seized. I love the seat and for some reason I feel I met one of these tractors when I was very little. 🧐 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Burnerman 758 #13 Posted September 23, 2019 It’s got hubcaps. And a cigar lighter. Love it! 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
WHNJ701 4,165 #14 Posted September 23, 2019 (edited) that's a steal right there. the rims would just be a 6-12. it's got the belt guard too which usually missing. this machine should clean up/buff up real nice. I would keep it as an original as possible and put that kohler back in it the seat is an amazing condition Edited September 23, 2019 by jabelman 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Burnerman 758 #15 Posted September 23, 2019 15 minutes ago, jabelman said: the seat is an amazing condition Kinda. Lol. The plywood is starting to dry rot and the vinyl has shrunk. I got most of the stuff freed up. It’s in pretty amazing condition for its age. The Kohler is going back in. It runs very well and my son was running it in his WH tonight. Both of the tractors were picked up at the same scrapyard. Iv got to make a new brake band so it’ll stop and go through it yet. We managed to get the deck off. That has to weigh 100#’s. I plan on washing it up and keeping it as is. The X mark (to signify the crusher) on the hood and all. 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
new2horses 287 #16 Posted September 24, 2019 It is indeed a very nice original Executive. I am jealous, you're going to do right by it, and are to be commended. David 1 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
WHNJ701 4,165 #17 Posted September 24, 2019 15 minutes ago, new2horses said: It is indeed a very nice original Executive. I am jealous, you're going to do right by it, and are to be commended. David dave - is that the correct steering wheel? i see its got the early foot pedals, should it have the cast aluminum wheel? I think the mf changed steering wheel types for each year if I remember correctly Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Burnerman 758 #18 Posted September 25, 2019 22 hours ago, jabelman said: dave - is that the correct steering wheel? i see its got the early foot pedals, should it have the cast aluminum wheel? I think the mf changed steering wheel types for each year if I remember correctly The wheel is white plastic. It’s got black on it that comes off easy. The tractor looks to be in all original condition. Nothing looks messed with or replaced. I’d love to know it’s true age. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
WHNJ701 4,165 #19 Posted September 25, 2019 2 minutes ago, Burnerman said: I’d love to know it’s true age. my guess is 65, the first ones still had the aluminum steering wheel, the later ones changed the foot pedals shape. it was a short run 64 to 66 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
new2horses 287 #20 Posted September 25, 2019 1 hour ago, jabelman said: my guess is 65, the first ones still had the aluminum steering wheel, the later ones changed the foot pedals shape. it was a short run 64 to 66 '65 it is indeed. And yes it was a short run, being '64-'66. The first 500 or so were 7E's and had the aluminum steering wheel in '65 they had the white wheel that yours has and the '66's had a black wheel that was produced by Sheller. A very interesting note on these was the system used to start the tractor, all had a neutral safety switch mounted under the shift lever for starting, pretty clever way to enforce safety in the middle '60's I think. Supposing this switch needs replaced, new ones are still readily available, on the web or at your local MF dealer. 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Burnerman 758 #21 Posted September 28, 2019 It all works. It’s pretty cool. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Mick 1 #23 Posted January 16, 2021 I have some miscellaneous parts for a massey executive 8E. one of which are the rear wheels 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
oliver2-44 9,875 #24 Posted January 22, 2021 @Mick I sent you a PM about parts. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
beardedyeti85 1 #25 Posted November 5, 2022 Hello all, I just inherited a Massey Ferguson Executive 8 from my grandfather and am looking to restore it to it's former glory day, I am looking for places to buy parts, and possibly a part and service manual. Any info helps. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
