Ole John

Bob Harvey · Feb 14, 2018

I started up 'Ole John' today after about 2 months, I have had this guy since 1971. Took two 'Rhumpas' to start, BUT, It took 45 mins. to get up to 140 degrees temp. Not really worried, it was 5C in the shop. BUT (again) I couldn't get over the '0' in 140. This thing has shutters ( that I rebuilt to work perfect and a NOS Sylphon [thermostat - that I checked when installed]. Yah, I know I need to 'work it', but I have nothing other than a steep driveway (and moving all the stuff behind him to be able to do so). The question is; does it really need to do 'stuff' to get up to temp and can't be done in the shop. Thanks

James Howell · Feb 14, 2018

"[b:654c4848f0][i:654c4848f0]<font color="#6699ff">does it really need to do 'stuff' to get up to temp and can't be done in the shop.[/i:654c4848f0][/b:654c4848f0]</font>"

It has been our experience with several of our tractors that they will not reach above 180<sup>o</sup> even during the Summer months here in NE Texas.

The tractors involved with the 4 to 5 hour Summer "stuff" perform quite well and have never had one overheat or boil over.

The coolant level is always checked before using the tractor.

Temperature gauges were checked shortly after purchase for accuracy with boiling water and replaced if necessary before going to the field.

The temperature gauge is checked regularly, along with the oil gauge, while "stuff" is being done in the field.

We maintain our tractors based on the recommendations in both the operator's manual and service manual.

However, there are some 50, 60, 70, and 80 year old parts that will wear out eventually.

Hope this helps.

Ole John

Bob Harvey

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