Oils to be used in 6341 super?

[twoguysautomotive]

Good day!
I recently purchased a used 6341 super, I think it is a 2003. I would like to know what oils and fluids are required in the tractor. The tractor is in very good condition and only has 1650 hrs on it. Is there anything to be aware of with this tractor like certain known problems or pitfalls?
I live in Ontario, Canada and we have cold winters and hot summers. What engine oil, transmisson/hydraulic oils should be used for these temperatures?

Also, what does the super mean in 6341 super?

Thanks a bunch!
Marc:

 

[diamond_b_farm]

I have an '03 6341 purchased new. Check right away if you have 85/90W gear oil in the HYD system. Mine was shipped that way. Took delivery in the summer and ran it awhile, but changed to FORD/NH 134 before winter. We can get well below 0 degree F here in SW Ohio. I use 15W40 in summer,15W30 in winter for engine. Clutch and brake cylinders may leak if they were not replaced with the new model. Both clutch cylinders and both brake cylinders on the wheels had to be replaced on mine. They would work fine in warm weather, but leak bad under about 30 degrees.
they all work fine now. If you work in slop in the winter watch that the left park brake pivot point doesn't freeze. I had to disconnect mine. The next spring I pulled it off, reamed it out and put grease fitting on it, no more problems. The company has worked well with me on the problem that I had. I like mine and would buy another one if needed.

 

[diamond_b_farm]

Marc I also had a problem with the battery disconnect after a couple of years. Tractor got to where it did not crank well in winter, I traced it to the disconnect, so I by passed it. I have told you some of things to watch out for, but it would take a page to tell all the good points.

 

[diamond_b_farm]

I also put a heavier gauge battery cable on, it is a long that I thought was to light.

 

[diamond_b_farm]

I work mine belly deep in mud sometimes in winter, feeding cattle. I have had the air cylinder that engages the FWD get covered in mud and freeze also.

 

[twoguysautomotive]

Thank you for the information. It is very helpful.
Some of the thing that you mnetioned, I have already done or have already bee done. All the trans-hydraulic fluid has been changed due to new loader installation. I also spent about 2 hours under the tractor freeing up sticking or seized linkages and have greased and or lubed all of them to prevent further problems. This tractor will get its biggest workout in the winter time blowing snow, the rest of the time it will be used with the loader and or pallet forks for work around or auto shop. It seems like the rest of the tractor is in very good condition and runs great.
The only problem that I have noticed is a lack of heat in the cab. I made sure that the water valve to the heater core was open but it still doesn;t seem to be too good. I may have to flush the core and the hoses to it. Do you or have you had this same problem?
Thanks again for your replies.

Cheers, Marc

 

[diamond_b_farm]

The heater works good on mine, but several years ago the temperature control broke. There is a piece of plastic inside that the control cables hook to, and it broke. You have to open the top of the cab to see it.
I think the term "super" just indicates changes from the previous model.
Just make sure the parking brake does not freeze in the on position.