Water in oil

Peat · Sep 11, 2016

Have a 1970 4520 w/ 10' blade 7700 hours and afraid our luck just ran out. We were using as a backup on bunker silage duty last week and checked oil yesterday and it was tan, coffee w/ cream color.

Clutch is 1 year old, tires 90%, paint fair, syncro's still good, no Hollywood movie star but has been a great back up for us. Has been on the farm over 20 years.

What to do? Rebuild? By used 404 to put in, put in a 466? Has always been a bit underpowered for weight but we have got along fine working the blade.

I know its as old as the hills, a 4430 would be an upgrade. What would a rebuild cost all in?
Any suggestions?
Thanks

tim s · Sep 11, 2016

I would consider a 466/Turbo combine engine you can get one for around 4,000 AN OVER HAUL WILL COST ABOUT 3,000 PLUS LABOR.

JD Seller · Sep 11, 2016

If your wanting it to be collectable than rebuild the 404. IF you want a much better tractor to use then get a good JD 466 and put in it. More horse power and much better starting.

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