mike whiting

A bit early for 2022 but is this another UH? Is the drought on new implement models coming to an end? https://shop.bednar.com/en/product/model-swifter-so-6000-f/?fbclid=IwAR2ckZOHvx13oBB8yvgFuW3qpH_IulOHB4_q__knOMSh4II_9_hET8QwRPU

Glad I got my UH MF2640 when I did ;https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/284492399844?_trkparms=amclksrc%3DITM%26aid%3D1110006%26algo%3DHOMESPLICE.SIM%26ao%3D1%26asc%3D234476%26meid%3Ddef2c23bafd34f2b8a659bbc8ff0d667%26pid%3D101195%26rk%3D3%26rkt%3D12%26sd%3D203661071709%26itm%3D284492399844%26pmt%3D1%26noa%3D0%26pg%3D2047675%26algv%3DSimplAMLv9PairwiseWebMskuAspectsV202110%26brand%3DUniversal+Hobbies&_trksid=p2047675.c101195.m1851&amdata=cksum%3A284492399844def2c23bafd34f2b8a659bbc8ff0d667|enc%3AAQAGAAACMNDF4%2F8rUmkKwE0LPgN7KDnR6aqDrDxwAvxKpAFc58D6daavVgX9hn4n6ul%2B%2BnMsC%2B1O3VvIX%2Fd3tiZwCximn8%2Fk4ehr0OMcttChQXuIIJc9a9MEoDLiDqR6IgRlhNG3BQPEDHUAMCcLva3r5oKyDMcGFSkd%2BWg2GOcyzapxi8HMy87nPFRq63iwGj9XiLX6d0mD95DvVg%2Fe6NH4WTj96ip6kM6ZAbFPimqBafoHsPmC12GvmSunrwgPw6pSWKyH%2FprsvEul4YpFY9foiVY5%2BjevDX9HGVti0C0BSiQ17tyzz%2BlrFsLzb08ltAtqpSqotykIxiuId0BEdhmmxyn8%2FQiV2Kfi1KyHAJ5Hj69YfCcnv%2FejKl0j9DqzfumYZM8TJSiv8CowotA0ERSqaJLBakGV4TDEXXVN4IXM0733yaieg45KOMKFdoaqrt%2B5kcNDm%2FAqKbTE9FCrp3drK4oNL0%2F1cKX9yQsD%2Fa6uJHWoYFw9D93AvJXZIrErpHIK7Mq3gej24ScOULWOJ9VH3QLSB4xcDgAND%2BMGeEGS2oCxf%2FAjkhcgwB3tLE8Zwob4LpKH18v9HFjNzssg2lewsTzHxadMs3Qhs20DYf8QLA%2FuLKS0cDfeQfXybxv%2BRHpyGKcH76i97LIBsVq%2BPDWsz215H8cM7Rs3pNxW879uYvHhL71bDKxGYB5Qidptoq3aIBRdFnwBXgU3BdTBCPZ7OjWSWH8lJoLNTiCrLVYLfGImcqgQ|ampid%3APLX_CLK|clp%3A2047675

What are the differences compared with the UH models? Are there any improvements, lots of comments on the bonnet style for the original UH specification.

Any further information on the 1/32 MF 675 and 690 which are to be produced by UH for Herman Poppema as per the model section in the current edition of Classic Tractor? They are reported to be slightly different to previously produced UH models?

Looks good Chris, any thoughts on Solartex for the roll over sheet?

Knocked the flashing beacon off mine by mistake, reduced the stem and refitted, subtle surgery made such an improvement

In this month's Classic Tractor the model section included reference to UH. Evidently they are keeping their powder dry on new releases due to the time lag effect of Covid on the supply chain. It,'ll probably be the summer before we know if normal service has resumed.

Good evening, I was just wondering if the conversion kits are still available to upgrade a UH big square baler to a Hesston model. I recollect from the forum there were available at the Zwolle show from a custom builder a few years ago? Just thought I'd ask incase a base model became available for conversion, where they only adaptable to certain models, e.g. New Holland, MF? Thank you Mike

Thanks @Valley Axe Man I'm amazed at how Andy managed to achieve the weeks name embossed in the chassis, just like the real trailer.

Hi, Silly question maybe, but is it a good model ? Does it match up to the 108, which I've still got boxed up ! Cheers, Mike

Evening all, Does this mean that there may be sign of a Magnum in the future. Apologies if I missed a previous discussion on this one. Mike

Any news on a release date. Will it be Class dealers only first ? Thanks, regards, Mike

Hi, Does the linkage raise and lower, and is there a top link to facilitate the attachment of an implement. Or will it require a full remodel with a siku style hitch ?

Any idea of a release date for the Maschio power harrow ?

Sorry Howard, I see it was Farmer Darren who raised the query, Regards, Mike

Hi Howard I went to Toytrac last year and picked up one of the last ones available through the usual UK dealers. I suggest you try international ebay sales and spread your search wide. Also don't just look under agricultural models on the net, people list them under other titles as well. The other alternative is to try the non agricultural mainstream shows dealers. Theres quite a few adverts in the back of magazines such as diecast model magazine, available in high street magazine shops, who can source agricultural models as well. Remember Norev are manufacturers of a lot of other types of models, so model car dealers are familiar with the name. If you place a request through one of these sources other people will start looking for you. Hope this helps, Mike

Picked up a nice IH 955 + Duals courtesy of Karen @ Farmmodels. Also nice to see some stalls bringing prices of UH models in line with "current budgets". Picked up a Kuhn trailed mower from Brian Norman for a very reasonable price, always wanted one, but ebay prices + postage made it unattractive. Looking forward to Toytac in two weeks time. Lets make sure we all support the National and local trade shows. Mike

Any sign of these Massey Ferguson trailers yet ?

Hello Atte, looks a good model. Is this a single attachment point to cover Britains / siku hitches & direct hitches or is there another linkage adaptor ? Is this the way all models will be designed from now on ? Cheers, Mike

Hi Niels, Not been too familiar with the linkage on these models, can you add any implements (trailed or mounted) on the rear ? I understand that it doesn't have a Britains / Siku linkage but wondered what would fit, (if anything on either this or the 845XL). Cheers, Mike

Sean, Thanks for that, as an oldie fan I have to admit to actually building the trailers up from kits with my father of his farm in the 70's. We lived near the Weeks factory in Hessle near Hull. Had about 8 weeks trailers to lead peas from the Birds Eye factory in Hull behind an IH 674, they were great , all the water seeped through the floor base and side boards to maximise capacity. (A big benefit over monocoque bodies!). We then converted two units to silage trailers with the tite on rear door, - not for silage but for sprout stalks for dairy cow feed- Great idea, good volume, low density. Sorry all, had to go back to the glory days pre milk quota ! It'll all come round again......

Hi, Did i see that there is to be an MF trailer ? If so, and from a very distant memory that may simply be a weeks trailer rebadged. It would be good to know. Theres a 7t weeks trailer, twin axle, monoque body, in v.good condition, near to me. Thought about measuring it up for a model, but might hold off if these are good.

Hi, I need to effect a minor repair to the auger on a Shuco Massey Ferguson combine (plastic strapping took a sliver off). Any recommendations on paint colour / type , preperation and tools etc> Much appreciated, Mike

not sure if this has been asked before but will the fendt 1/32 combine be available at some point in mf livery

Will the next round of releases include the Horsh cultivator ?