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Parts Manual Massey Ferguson TE-20 tractor download

1) Diagnose and decide (what to do and why)
- Inspect the damage: size, location (center vs edge), depth (penetrates whole thickness?), presence of shattered fragments.
- Determine glass type: laminated (two sheets + plastic interlayer) vs monolithic/tempered. Laminated can often be repaired; tempered or heavily damaged/edge cracks usually require replacement.
- Decision rule (theory): small surface chips and short cracks can be stabilized because a filled void removes the stress concentration and blocks moisture/contaminants that drive crack growth. Long cracks, edge breaks, shattered or tempered glass have lost structural integrity — replacement is needed because a local repair cannot restore original strength or stop propagation.

2) Prepare and isolate the job (why preparation matters)
- Remove trim/gasket hardware and protect cab/paint. Clean around the damage so contaminants don’t enter the crack.
- Theory: oil, dirt and moisture in the crack interfere with bonding of repair resin or sealant and leave stress raisers; clean mating surfaces are essential for adhesion and for the repair to stop crack propagation.

3) Chip/crack repair using resin (theory-first, then actions)
- Goal: fill the void and bond crack faces to remove stress concentration and exclude moisture/air.
- What you do, in order:
a. Clean the area with solvent and dry. If necessary, use compressed air to blow debris from the crack.
b. Drill a small “stop” hole at the crack tip (only for cracks that are not already stopped). This prevents further propagation by blunting the crack tip and gives a reservoir for resin.
c. Use a windshield repair bridge or vacuum injector to inject low-viscosity UV-curing resin into the chip/crack. Apply pressure or vacuum cycles to pull air out and force resin into micro-gaps.
d. Cure the resin with UV light (or allow prescribed cure time). Scrape and polish excess resin flush with the glass.
- Why this fixes it: the resin re-bonds separated glass faces, replacing air/contaminant-filled voids with material that transmits compressive forces more evenly. That reduces stress concentration at the tip, preventing propagation under vibration/loads and restoring much of the optical continuity.

4) Temporary stop-gap (if you must keep using tractor before proper repair)
- Clean area and apply clear cyanoacrylate or glazing epoxy to seal the surface; tape or a temporary plug over the crack.
- Theory: a surface seal keeps moisture and dirt out, slowing propagation until a full repair or replacement can be done. This does not restore structural strength.

5) Full windshield replacement (when required)
- Why replace: edge cracks, long through-cracks, shattered/tempered glass, or when optical integrity or structural safety is compromised.
- Steps, in order:
a. Support surrounding structure, remove interior trim, wipers, hinges and retaining clips.
b. Cut through old sealant/gasket and remove glass. Clean and inspect frame for rust or deformation; repair frame if bent or corroded.
c. Fit new glass with the correct gasket or use the correct automotive-grade sealant (butyl tape or silicone recommended depending on original design). Ensure proper orientation and full seating.
d. Reinstall trim/clips and torque fasteners to spec; allow sealant to cure before exposure.
- How replacement fixes it: new glass removes stress risers and compromised material. Proper gasketing restores seal against water and vibration loads; the assembly regains original strength and optical clarity.

6) Seal/leak repairs (if leak but glass intact)
- Remove old gasket/sealer, clean channel, apply new rubber gasket or butyl tape and re-seat glass.
- Theory: leaks occur when seals compress, harden, or tear; replacing the seal restores continuous compression and adhesion, preventing water ingress that otherwise accelerates corrosion and creates interior damage.

7) Verification and prevention
- After repair or replacement, check for leaks with water spray and inspect for movement under vibration. Polish glass to remove minor residual defects.
- Preventive theory: keep windshield clean, avoid stresses (don’t slam doors near cracks), and repair chips quickly — stopping contaminants and stress concentration early prevents propagation and keeps the glass serviceable longer.

Tools and consumables (brief)
- Solvent cleaner, compressed air, drill & small bits (for stop hole), windshield repair kit with injector and UV resin, UV lamp, razor/scraper, glazing sealant or butyl, replacement gasket/glass, basic hand tools, protective gloves/eye protection.

Summary: decide repair vs replace based on size/location and glass type; small defects are fixed by cleaning, stopping the crack tip and injecting resin that bonds and excludes moisture (which reduces stress concentrations and stops growth); big/edge/tempered failures require full replacement and resealing to restore structural integrity and watertightness.
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