Every farmer knows the feeling of that first warm day when you are ready to get started, but your equipment is not. A dead bearing, a cracked hose, or a worn nozzle can steal hours from a season where every minute matters.
When winter finally starts to loosen its grip, it is the perfect time to make sure everything is ready before the fields open up. At Farm City Supply, we know how short that spring window can be, and how quickly one piece of equipment can throw your schedule off if it is not prepared.
If you notice anything that needs replacing, stop by our shop at 702 Minnesota Ave in Breckenridge. We’ll help you get what you need before the season starts.
1. Inspect Sprayers & Nozzles
When nozzles get clogged or cracked over winter, your spray pattern suffers and so does your efficiency.
What to Check
- Test spray patterns
- Replace worn nozzles
- Flush lines and tanks
- Inspect hoses for winter cracking
Shop our Nozzles & Sprayer Parts to find the right replacement before you head back to the field. We carry replacement nozzles, hoses, fittings, and sprayer parts all spring long.
2. Check Tanks & Fittings
Cold months put a lot of stress on plastic tanks and fittings, and problems can often appear as spring arrives.
Look For
- Hairline cracks
- Loose lids
- Worn o-rings
- UV damage on older components
If something looks questionable now, replace it before it becomes a mid-season mess!
3. Pack & Replace Bearings
Bearings take a beating every season, and sitting through long winters only adds to the wear.
Best Practices
- Pack fresh grease into all bearings
- Replace any that feel rough or sound noisy
- Inspect seals for leaks or cracks
- Verify proper tension on mounted bearings
One seized bearing during planting can cost you far more time than a quick check right now.
4. Tune Up Power & Hand Tools
Your tools work just as hard as your equipment, so spring is a good time to give your drills, grinders, and impact wrenches a quick once-over.
Tune-Up Checklist
- Charge or replace batteries
- Sharpen cutting blades
- Replace worn bits
- Clean and lubricate moving parts
Need replacement bits, blades, or batteries? Stop in and check out our extensive tool section to get your tools spring-ready. Or maybe you’re ready to upgrade your tool kit this season. Read our Five Tools Every DIYer and Farmer Needs Guide for practical tool inspiration.
5. Inspect Tires, Belts & Chains
Rubber parts stiffen and age in the cold, so spring is the perfect time to look them over.
What to Look For
- Cracks in tires
- Loose or frayed belts
- Rust or stiff links on chains
- Low tire pressure
We keep a full selection of replacements so you can fix issues before they become emergencies.
6. Stock Up Before Everyone Else Is In Line
Farmers know that once the season starts, demand hits all at once.
Get Ahead of Demand
- PTO parts
- Grease and lubricants
- Hydraulic hose fittings
- Tanks & sprayer parts
- Replacement tools
Consider this your early-season advantage!
Let’s Get Everything Ready for Warmer Days Ahead
Spring does not wait, and neither should your equipment. A quick check of your sprayers, tanks, fittings, bearings, tools, and rubber components now can save you from breakdowns and stressful delays once planting begins.
Farm City Supply is here to help you stay ahead. We keep the parts farmers rely on fully stocked for spring, from bearings and fittings to nozzles, belts, chains, grease, tools, and more. Our team works with local farmers every day, so we know what you need and how important timing is this time of year.
Stop in and see us as we all get ready to welcome warmer weather, longer days, and a strong start to the season. If you want a broader look at staying prepared year-round, you can also check out our blog for more seasonal guides.
