mahindra tractor RANT

[tminc]

it will be fine,once you flush, ive got a 1976 model, still going strong,been sitting outside for 41 years and all its had is regular fluid changes and tires, and a battery every 5 years. would not buy a deere anymore, plastic everything! ON A TRACTOR!!!, they can outsource this crap right back overseas where it belongs. good luck, they're great tractors

[6.5 shooter]

Mahindra made in India? That's all I needed to know to avoid them. Sorry

Mine was made in Japan.

[locolobo]

Son in law has had a 35HP Mahindra for 8 years. It was a "reconditioned" tractor when he got it. Been going strong since. Only problem has been a clutch replacement due to someone riding the pedal.

[fox1]

Like river rat said, request an extended warranty on their dime. Make as many calls as you can to corporate and take notes on who you talk too. I doubt you damaged it but just in case you would have proof of what happened.

[deerplanter]

Not all oils are compatible, you should make sure they are compatible before you decide to keep it. If they are compatible then drain flush, change filters and refill. If they are not compatible then this could cause some big issues with seals, O-rings and pump, I would bet they are but oils like Royal Purple are not compatible with a lot of other oils.

[El Paisano]

I think the only source of a problem would be possible conflicts with the additives in the oil. For example, mixing certain oils can cause components in the oil to gel and plug filters and cause other problems.
Another problem is that you were 25% low on oil in the system which can result in cavitation, particularly in hydrostatic systems.
All of this was a result of an assembly problem (hose) that was Mahindra's fault and warrantable as a defect in workmanship.

I suggest:
1. Have the dealer flush and fill with correct fluid, and look at what comes out with the dealer service manager present. (you may want to save the oil, so drain into a clean container.
2. Have the dealer cut the filters open and inspect what is in there with magnification if needed.
3. Have the dealer document the issue and the cause of the problem in case it is needed in the future.
4. Get an extended warranty, in writing, on the hydraulics and hydrostatic system for 3 years or 3000 hours, whichever comes first. If there is going to be a problem it should show up by then.

[Hunter_Man]

update...

they came out and did a flush/fill/filter.
it was good to go when they left.
went out to do some work this weekend and started the tractor.... let her warm up for 2-3 min and hit the pedal to reverse out of the sea container. didn't move. not an inch. pushed forward pedal and had SUPER loud hydrostat whine.

so I killed the tractor and checked fluid level. it seems a hair low, but still in the viewing glass.

hopped back on and started her again, and this time I throttled her up to 2000 rpm. then she took off fine.

very weird as I've never had that issue before. I've never had to throttle her up to get the trans to engage... got me a little worried at this point.

[Smithwr]

Sounds like more trouble than its worth. Hope everything works out

[UncleBubba]

my dad has a Mahindra and its been a good tractor. Hope your luck turns around.

X2 over the last 10+ years all we've changed was the fuel filter. Although our is not hydrostatic.

[Walker]

Sounds like air in the system. How does it work now that youve used it some?

[Northeaster]

Not a big deal in a practical sense...flush, change filters, and refill......but I can see why you're PO'd.

[MikeConner]

The hydrostatic transmissions on my ZTR calls for 20w/50 motor oil. owners manual says using hydraulic fluid or transmission fluid will void the warranty.
I doubt that oil will do any damage and if it does the dealer has documented evidence of why it happened and will correct any issues.