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Practical knowledge for owners of mini tractors and compact machines. From buying advice and maintenance to troubleshooting and seasonal tips — everything you need to keep your tractor running reliably for years to come.
06/07/2026
Won't your Yanmar RS start, does it overheat, or does the lift refuse to work? All faults for the RS-240 to RS-330 with cause and solution — including known real-world issues from owners.
06/07/2026
Storing the Yanmar RS-240 through RS-330 for winter or a longer period? Follow this step-by-step plan from the manual: fuel, battery, clutch, antifreeze and the restart ritual after storage.
06/07/2026
Buying a Yanmar 2TNV70, 3TNV70 or 3TNV76? Here's how to identify the variants, what the real differences are, and what to check before buying the engine or machine.
06/07/2026
All factory values for the Yanmar 2TNV70, 3TNV70 and 3TNV76 in one place: specifications, valve clearance, compression, and the complete torque-value tables from the workshop manual, including head bolt tightening sequence.
06/07/2026
The complete maintenance schedule for the Yanmar 2TNV70, 3TNV70 and 3TNV76: which oil, which filters, all intervals and the V-belt tension — sourced directly from the workshop manual.
06/07/2026
Overhauling a Yanmar 2TNV70, 3TNV70 or 3TNV76? All measurements and wear limits for the cylinder head, valves, crankshaft, pistons and cylinders — plus the right overhaul kits.
06/07/2026
Water pump, thermostat and radiator of the Yanmar 2TNV70, 3TNV70 and 3TNV76: how the cooling system works, how to prevent overheating, and what to replace in case of problems.
06/07/2026
The fuel system of the Yanmar 2TNV70, 3TNV70 and 3TNV76 explained: injectors, injection pump, bleeding, glow plugs and cold starting — with factory values and the right parts.
06/07/2026
Does your Yanmar 2TNV70, 3TNV70 or 3TNV76 fail to start, smoke, or stall? Systematic fault finding per symptom: cause and solution, based on the workshop manual and real-world experience.
06/07/2026
Considering buying a Yanmar Forte AF-15, AF-16, AF-17 or AF-18? Read about the differences between the models, the strengths and weaknesses, and what to look out for when viewing one.
