When you’re tearing into your MF 135’s engine for a head gasket job or rebuild, don’t make the mistake of reusing those old stretched studs. After years of heat cycles and the constant pressure from that hardworking Perkins AD3.152, those original studs have done their job – but they can’t give you the clamping force you need for a reliable repair that’ll last.
What You’re Getting
- Complete kit with all studs needed for proper AD3.152 cylinder head installation
- High-strength steel construction that provides consistent clamping force through years of use
- Precision threads engineered to meet exact torque specifications without stretching
- Corrosion-resistant finish that prevents rust in the water jacket area where moisture loves to cause problems
- Proper length ensures correct thread engagement in both the head and block
Built for Real Farm Work
Your MF 135’s three-cylinder Perkins AD3.152 is a workhorse that’s powered through decades of plowing, cultivating, and hauling. Whether you’re running a loader all day or pulling implements through tough soil, that engine generates serious heat and pressure. Head studs are what keep your cylinder head clamped down tight against these forces, and worn studs can’t maintain the pressure needed to prevent blown head gaskets and coolant leaks.
Made to Last
These aren’t hardware store all-thread rods – they’re purpose-built engine studs designed specifically for the AD3.152’s requirements. The steel is heat-treated for the right balance of strength and stretch resistance, and the threads are roll-formed rather than cut, making them stronger where it counts most.
Good to Know
When installing, clean the block threads thoroughly since any debris will give you false torque readings. Use a thread chaser, not a tap, to clean the holes. Apply a small amount of engine oil to the threads before torquing, and follow the factory sequence exactly – proper installation is critical for head gasket longevity.
