TRACTOR PARTS Allis Chalmers Case & David Brown Farmall & International Ferguson Ford & New Holland John Deere Massey Ferguson Massey Harris Minneapolis Moline Oliver & Cockshutt Kubota / Yanmar

TRACTOR MANUALS

Allis Chalmers	Case	Farmall IH	Ford 8N,9N,2N	Ford
Ferguson	John Deere	Massey Ferguson	Minn. Moline	Oliver

Attention Forum Users: On the 28th of December 2023 at 9:00am Central Time, we will be taking the forums down for maintenance while we prepare the new forums for your use. Please click here for more information.

Allis Chalmers Discussion Forum

WANTED Model C Head

Welcome Guest, Log in or Register

Author

Emmett

06-10-2004 22:11:43

Report to Moderator

I need a head for a modle C, I need a good one. I already have a bad one. Contact me with your price. As usual low offer with good part, I will buy. Thanks E

[Log in to Reply] [No Email]

Jim Danforth

07-03-2004 21:52:37

Report to Moderator

Re: WANTED Model C Head in reply to Emmett, 06-10-2004 22:11:43

Emmett,

Havne't heard from you in a while. Do you still need the head?

Jim D

[Log in to Reply] [No Email]

John (AZ)

06-11-2004 12:15:27

Report to Moderator

Re: WANTED Model C Head in reply to Emmett, 06-10-2004 22:11:43

Emmett,
Jim Danforth is one of the best people to deal with. He's well worth any extra it costs.

[Log in to Reply] [No Email]

Emmett

06-11-2004 18:46:03

Report to Moderator

Re: Re: WANTED Model C Head in reply to John (AZ), 06-11-2004 12:15:27

Thanks, we are working on getting the problem solved now. I chatted on the phone with Jim. He is very informed and has a fair enough price. Told me it may not be the head and how to check. Thats called old fashion dealing. Not selling someone what they may not need withot checking what you know it could also be. Fair trader for sure. Thanks John for your input. Emmett

[Log in to Reply] [No Email]

Emmett

06-11-2004 07:28:45

Report to Moderator

Re: Re: WANTED Model C Head in reply to jim danforth, 06-11-2004 07:07:47

Im in 38569 zip. I want a complete head, used is fine. As long as its in good condition. I have the rocker assembly. The head I have is cracked, someone tried to weld it. No wonder the water coolant is in the oil pan. Also if you ship FEDEX the cost is much cheaper for heavy items.Most of the times its less than half the other shipers. Thanks, Emmett

[Log in to Reply] [No Email]

Jim Danforth

06-11-2004 11:12:29

Report to Moderator

Re: Re: Re: WANTED Model C Head in reply to Emmett, 06-11-2004 07:28:45

Emmet Give me a call. I can ship to Lancaster TN for $20. I have a bare head. I can rebuild with good used, or new valves if you need. Call me at the shop. 877-378-6543. Full time AC only dealer.
JIm D

[Log in to Reply] [No Email]

Emmett

06-11-2004 18:40:37

Report to Moderator

Re: Re: Re: Re: WANTED Model C Head in reply to Jim Danforth, 06-11-2004 11:12:29

Jim just wanted you to know I filled the radiator as per your instructions on the phone. Right after you talked with me. So far several hours later. Not a drop of water coming out. Looks like its going to be the head. I will leave it that way until Monday and call you with the weekend results.Is there a way to check the water pump to insure it works? May be why the head cracked. I can tell you it dont leak anywhere visable and the radiator is still holding water solid. I am going to flush it while Im at this. Have it pressure checked. Talk to you Monday on the phone. Emmett

[Log in to Reply] [No Email]

jim danforth

06-12-2004 00:56:48

Report to Moderator

Re: Re: Re: Re: Re: WANTED Model C Head in reply to Emmett, 06-11-2004 18:40:37

SOunds like it. Either the head is not true, or there's a rupture to the water jacket. Give me a shout Monday and we'll work it out.
As far as the fair trader, it has always paid off in the long run. I don't need short-term customers, I'm only 31 an plan on being in business a LONG time. Hope to bring my sons in to take over.
Jim D

[Log in to Reply] [No Email]

Emmett/TN

06-12-2004 20:38:41

Report to Moderator

Re: Re: Re: Re: Re: Re: WANTED Model C Head in reply to jim danforth, 06-12-2004 00:56:48

Hey Jim , still no water leak.There is one other problem I found on the #1 cylinder. I have 2 bent pushrods. Bent very noticeable, Has rubs on the sides also. The tractor had a slight miss. Didnt seem like it had the power it should.I had to compare it with the IH B model I owned prior. Got rid of it because of the tricycle front. I have a steep hill to work on and that had me afraid of it.The C dont seem to have the power the IH had. I guess the bent pushrods is the reason.By the way you mentioned pulling tractors. I know where theres an old Iron wheel tractor . Im told they use them for that purpose. This one is cheap, if intrested, let me know and I will get info on it. Emmett

[Log in to Reply] [No Email]

jim danforth

06-12-2004 20:47:32

Report to Moderator

Re: Re: Re: Re: Re: Re: Re: WANTED Model C Head in reply to Emmett/TN, 06-12-2004 20:38:41

That's not good. Your good deal is going south fast. I have pushrods too.
I'll bet your tractor was stuck, and was made unstuck by forcing it over. That's a common thing. Yes I do pull. I took 1st place today with the C I was telling you about. Is the tractor you mention an AC? I've been wanting an AC on steel for a long time.
JIm D

[Log in to Reply] [No Email]

Emmett in TN

06-14-2004 21:58:43

Report to Moderator

Re: Re: Re: Re: Re: Re: Re: Re: WANTED Model C Hea in reply to jim danforth, 06-12-2004 20:47:32

Jim I dont know what Kind it is I will go ask and take pictures, of the old tractor.I hope pushrods are not a bad sign. I just checked the tractor for water again. I got maybe 4 or 5 drops of water from it. Thats all weekend until tonight at 10pm. I am going to drain the radiator and pull the head.I bet theres cracks under the head also. The weld on top of it is pretty big and you can see leaking rust area at the edge of the weld.I will need two pushrods also, for sure. I want to look at the valves to see the condition.Maybe they will work. I will go look at the old steel wheel tractor, if I can catch the old man home. I will take pictures. Get a price for you also.Try to find out what it make it is.Maybe if you dont want it someone else may.Whats you assesment of my position with my tractor. What do I need to do next? Has the head you have been magnifluxed? Or is it one you know to be a good one? Let me know ,Emmett

[Log in to Reply] [No Email]

jim danforth

06-15-2004 21:19:49

Report to Moderator

Re: Re: Re: Re: Re: Re: Re: Re: Re: WANTED Model C in reply to Emmett in TN, 06-14-2004 21:58:43

Emmet, no it has not been magnafluxed. I can have that done, and if OK, add it tot he cost of the head. My feeling is that it is good. I've had it soaking in the vat for a few days, and it has cleaned up very well. Was actually toying witht he idea of porting and polishing it if it didn't sell. I have pulled everything but the valve guides. Seats look good, though I have not closely inspected each.

Here's my opinion of where you are at. I don't know what you have in the tractor, so I can't give a full opinion. You need a head. It would be wrong to sell the tractor unless you told a new owner, and that kills the value. I wouldn't pay but about $150 for a tractor with a bad head. If that's all that's wrong, then I would fix it. Is the tin OK? did it drive OK whatr little you were able to drive it? I would go with your valves for now. Just lap them good. Have it rebuilt locally later after getting some return on your money.
Different strokes for different folks. I'm a minimalist. I do what it takes to use it without causing further damage. My father is the opposite. He would completely rebuild the engine just to know it was right. In the end, his would last longer, but at what cost? Many of my minimal fixes are still working hard and long since paid for themselves.
JIm D
PS. I may be in and out tomorrow at the shop.

[Log in to Reply] [No Email]

Emmett/TN

06-17-2004 21:53:22

Report to Moderator

Re: Re: Re: Re: Re: Re: Re: Re: Re: Re: WANTED Mod in reply to jim danforth, 06-15-2004 21:19:49

Thanks for the reply Jim. I have the same idea you have if it aint broke dont fix it. I have been busy and havent been able to get back with you.This is my busy time of the month. I want the head and will call you for payment arrangements, mailing address, ECT. I will try and contact you tomorrow. Im making note now, on my to do list.Talk tomorrow. Emmett in TN

[Log in to Reply] [No Email]

jim danforth

06-18-2004 05:27:50

Report to Moderator

Re: Re: Re: Re: Re: Re: Re: Re: Re: Re: Re: WANTED in reply to Emmett/TN, 06-17-2004 21:53:22

No problem. We will be out of the shop, and the cell phone may or may not work at the show we will be at. If it roll over to voice mail, leave a number that's convenient, and I'll call back.
JIm D

[Log in to Reply] [No Email]

[Options] [Printer Friendly] [Posting Help] [Return to Forum] [Log in to Reply]

TRACTOR PARTS	TRACTOR MANUALS

We sell tractor parts! We have the parts you need to repair your tractor - the right parts. Our low prices and years of research make us your best choice when you need parts. Shop Online Today. [ About Us ]

Home | Forums

Copyright © 1997-2023 Yesterday's Tractor Co.
All Rights Reserved. Reproduction of any part of this website, including design and content, without written permission is strictly prohibited. Trade Marks and Trade Names contained and used in this Website are those of others, and are used in this Website in a descriptive sense to refer to the products of others. Use of this Web site constitutes acceptance of our User Agreement and Privacy Policy

TRADEMARK DISCLAIMER: Tradenames and Trademarks referred to within Yesterday's Tractor Co. products and within the Yesterday's Tractor Co. websites are the property of their respective trademark holders. None of these trademark holders are affiliated with Yesterday's Tractor Co., our products, or our website nor are we sponsored by them. John Deere and its logos are the registered trademarks of the John Deere Corporation. Agco, Agco Allis, White, Massey Ferguson and their logos are the registered trademarks of AGCO Corporation. Case, Case-IH, Farmall, International Harvester, New Holland and their logos are registered trademarks of CNH Global N.V.

Yesterday's Tractors - Antique Tractor Headquarters

Website Accessibility Policy