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What Is the SPN 3216 FMI 20 Code? How to Solve It?
Jun 26, 2026

What Is the SPN 3216 FMI 20 Code? How to Solve It?

Facing the SPN 3216 FMI 20 fault code? This error points to a faulty #1 aftertreatment inlet NOx sensor sending incorrect data, causing engine derate and poor fuel economy. Our guide covers causes, symptoms, and step-by-step fixes.

Stop Choosing the Wrong Belts: NR, CR, NBR, NPDM  Explained (2026)
Jun 26, 2026

Stop Choosing the Wrong Belts: NR, CR, NBR, NPDM Explained (2026)

Belts are essential transmission components for various off-road machinery. Choosing the wrong one can shorten belt life, reduce equipment reliability and increase maintenance costs. In this guide, we’ll clearly show the differences and how you can evaluate and select properly.

Mahindra Tractor Battery Size Chart by Model
Jun 26, 2026

Mahindra Tractor Battery Size Chart by Model

Use this Mahindra tractor battery size chart to quickly find the right 12V battery by model, including published CCA, Ah, and fit guidance where available. This guide explains how to match voltage, cold cranking amps, amp-hours, and group size so you can avoid common replacement mistakes. Whether you own an eMax, Max, 1600, 2600, 4500, 5100, or 6000 series tractor, this article helps you compare battery specs, understand cross-referenced fit information, and choose a replacement that starts reliably and fits the tray correctly before you order.

In-Frame vs Out-of-Frame: Which Engine Rebuild Option Is Right for You?
Jun 25, 2026

In-Frame vs Out-of-Frame: Which Engine Rebuild Option Is Right for You?

When your engine needs an overhaul, you face a key choice: In-Frame vs Out-of-Frame. An in-frame rebuild is a targeted, cost-effective fix for wear, while an out-of-frame is a complete restoration for major failures.

Long Block vs Short Block: What’s the Difference?
Jun 25, 2026

Long Block vs Short Block: What’s the Difference?

When a diesel engine on an excavator, loader, or tractor fails, the replacement isn’t always a full engine assembly. Suppliers often offer a short block, a long block, or a complete engine—and the difference comes down to how many parts are included. This guide breaks down long block vs short block in plain terms: what each build level contains, how the cylinder head and accessories factor in, and which option fits your repair. You’ll also find a quick-reference table, a clear buying checklist, and common ordering mistakes to avoid, so you can match the right build level to your machine and budget.

Ball Bearing Size Chart 2026: How to Choose the Right One for Ag Machinery?
Jun 25, 2026

Ball Bearing Size Chart 2026: How to Choose the Right One for Ag Machinery?

Finding the right ball bearings for your agricultural machinery is straightforward if you start with the bore, outer diameter and width. Match those to your shaft and housing, verify the load ratings cover your application, confirm you are within the speed limit and the bearing will fit and run. A wiser option is to choose reliable aftermarket suppliers such as FridayParts. You needn’t measure those three numbers, as we can match them to your specific needs with the part numbers and model numbers.

How to Test Fuel Injectors?
Jun 24, 2026

How to Test Fuel Injectors?

Experiencing rough idle, black smoke, or low power? This guide details how to test fuel injectors on your diesel machinery. Learn four easy methods, from a simple listening test to a multimeter check, to diagnose faulty injectors.

A Faceoff Between Kubota and John Deere Compact Tractors (2026)
Jun 24, 2026

A Faceoff Between Kubota and John Deere Compact Tractors (2026)

Choosing the right tractor for your specific needs can be a daunting task. With numerous brands and models available on the market, it can be difficult to distinguish the options based on quality and durability. In this guide, we’ll compare the two renowned brands, John Deere and Kubota, backed by state-of-the-art technology. We’ll focus on performance, quality, and pricing, as well as our thoughts on our experience with ag and construction machinery. Let’s get started to see the faceoff between Kubota vs John Deere!

Chassis Number vs VIN: What’s the Difference?
Jun 24, 2026

Chassis Number vs VIN: What’s the Difference?

If you are not sure whether your machine uses a VIN, chassis number, serial number, or PIN, this guide can help. It explains chassis number vs VIN for off-road machinery in simple terms and shows why the difference matters when ordering parts, checking paperwork, or buying used equipment. You will also learn where these numbers are commonly found on tractors, excavators, skid steers, and UTVs, and which number is usually the most useful for real machine service and identification work.

What Year Is My Mahindra? Serial Number Lookup
Jun 23, 2026

What Year Is My Mahindra? Serial Number Lookup

This Mahindra serial number lookup guide explains where to find your tractor’s serial number, how to read a 17-digit PIN, identify the model year, and use the information to find the correct replacement parts for your machine.

Thermo King Codes: What to Do After the Alert Goes Off
Jun 23, 2026

Thermo King Codes: What to Do After the Alert Goes Off

A Thermo King alarm can catch you off guard, especially when the unit has been running smoothly and a flashing code appears on your screen. Next time, don’t panic. In this guide, we’ll show you how you can respond and what to do to reset Thermo King codes.

Kubota D1305 Engine: Specs, Applications & Buying Guide
Jun 23, 2026

Kubota D1305 Engine: Specs, Applications & Buying Guide

The Kubota D1305 Engine is a 1.261 L, naturally aspirated three-cylinder diesel from Kubota’s 05 Series, widely used in forklifts, generators, aerial work platforms, compressors, and turf equipment. But the base code only tells half the story. Variants like the E3B (28.2 HP, 3000 rpm) and E4B (24.0 HP, 2600 rpm) differ in speed and output, so the suffix matters when ordering a replacement. This guide covers full specifications, service data, emissions notes, common replacement parts, and practical buying advice—helping you match the right engine to your machine before fitment problems start, rather than after the parts arrive.