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Tractor Hire
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Do you hire tractors?
Yes we do, Southland Farm Machinery has a hire company called Tractor hire South, with a wide range of models available. Call our Second Hand Sales Manager, Alister Kidd for more information on what stock we have available to hire.
Phone Alister Kidd: 03 215 9132 or 027 686 8454
Oil
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Is there a difference between hydraulic oil and transmission oil?
No, there is no difference.
Servicing
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How often should I get my tractor serviced?
Once a year or every 250 hours.
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How often should I service my lawnmower? And when is the best time?
Your lawnmower should be serviced once a year. During winter is the best time to service your gear so that when spring comes and the grass grows your machine can perform at its best.
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What does a Ride-On Mower service include?
- Change engine oil and filter
- Lubricate all grease points
- Sharpen or replace blades
- Clean out or replace air filter and spark plug
- Check fuel filter
- Clean battery terminals
- Complete inspection of mower – including all belts and pulleys
- Check of tyres and level mower deck
- Check valve clearance
- Steam clean
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What does a Push Mower service include?
- Oil change
- Sharpen blades
- Lubricate all grease points
- Clean or replace air filter and spark plug
- Adjust carburettor
- Complete inspection of mower
- Steam clean
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Invercargill | Gore | Mosgiel | Cromwell |
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93 North Road Phone: 03 215 9132 A/H: Alister: 027 686 8454 A/H: Pete S: 027 434 5209 A/H: Pete L: 027 433 1492 A/H: Brent: 021 723 360 |
12 Charlton Lane Phone: 03 208 8203 A/H: Andy: 027 695 5451 A/H: Michael: 027 433 4123 A/H: Anthony: 027 209 7343 |
13 McGlashan Street Phone: 03 489 0472 A/H: Scott: 027 588 3488 A/H: Barry: 027 486 6433 |
12 Elspeth Street Phone: 03 445 1046 A/H: Bruce H: 027 241 0110 A/H: Connor: 027 807 4032 |
Website: www.sfml.co.nz |