When you’re dealing with a vintage Massey Ferguson 100 series, there’s nothing more frustrating than a battery lid that won’t stay put. A loose lid lets dirt and moisture get to your battery terminals while acid vapors can escape and corrode everything nearby. This early-type catch kit keeps your battery compartment sealed up tight, protecting both your electrical system and the folks working around the tractor.
What You’re Getting
- Complete pair of early-type catches designed specifically for vintage MF 100 series models
- Authentic restoration design that matches the original factory hardware
- Secure mounting that prevents lid distortion or binding during operation
- Durable construction that resists corrosion from battery vapors and weather exposure
- Simple mechanical operation with no complex parts to fail over time
Built for Real Farm Work
These catches are designed for the early Massey Ferguson 100 series tractors that are still earning their keep on farms or being lovingly restored. Whether your vintage MF is pulling a bush hog, running a hay baler, or just moving around the farmyard, proper battery protection prevents the kind of electrical problems that can leave you stranded. The early-type design maintains the period-correct appearance that’s important for authentic restorations.
Made to Last
This kit maintains the original mechanical design that served these tractors well for decades. The matched pair provides balanced holding force that keeps your battery lid secure without warping or binding. Built to handle the constant vibration and temperature swings that farm equipment faces every day, these catches resist corrosion from battery gases and weather exposure.
Installation Notes
Make sure you’ve got the early-type configuration before ordering – later models use a different catch design. Take a photo of your original catch positions before removal so you can get the alignment right during installation. Clean the mounting areas thoroughly and check that the original holes are still solid. The lid should close evenly without binding or gaps.
