NorthernVA
New User
I have a 574 with a D-239 that has antifreeze in the oil. I haven't dropped the pan, but an assuming it is from an o-ring at the sleeve bottom since the antifreeze drains quickly. I am trying to decide if I should have the engine rebuilt at a dealership or do it myself. I have the D239 repair manual and read it. I am mechanically inclined but never rebuilt an engine beyond a lawn mower. My concerns are knowing how far to go: split tractor, boil block & inline with new cam bearings, head work, crank, finding were to get work done at, getting the correct parts and source for them (see lots of items on ebay but don't know about them), and having any specialty tools necessary to do the items in the manual. Thoughts? Thanks in advance.