235 with cracked block

majorlucas · Jul 9, 2017

My 235 has cracks between each cylinder in the block. I don't think it is worth repairing the block. So my question is what all engines will fit in her and if I am replacing how big can I go? Thanks!

steve19438 · Jul 9, 2017

gas or diesel?

majorlucas · Jul 9, 2017

Gas, cracks between all four, number one seems worst. 🙏

ptfarmer · Jul 10, 2017

Very common problem with the Continental gas engines.

9njunkie · Jul 12, 2017

It is a very common problem, however don't rule out a repair.

Best bet is to find sombody who can cold stitch cast iorn cracking. It's a lost art but when done properly they are great for many years.

Let me know if your near MA and I'll send you the info of the guy I use.

The last one I had him do over 12 years ago and the tractor gets used every day and has not had a problem since. Not as expensive as a transplant engine either.

Good luck

majorlucas · Jul 12, 2017

Thanks, repair is an option, but if I'm going to go that far, then I would go ahead and overhaul it as well. The old tractor really isn't worth that much work (or money). No sentimental value, I have seen them for around $2-$3K, that is why I thought I might get a transplant for her.

ptfarmer · Jul 12, 2017

Get one with the 3.152 Perkins diesel, you can't go wrong with one of those.

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