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Hurst
02-18-2006 20:51:28
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Re: Allis Chalmer D19 in reply to rboulware, 02-18-2006 19:35:56
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The diesel is better for constant lugging like tillage and brush hogging, while the gasser would probably be better for chores such as spreading manuar, carrying round bales, etc. This would be because it would be easier to start. However, a diesel would not really get worked hard enough to really require a cool down, but a warm up would still be neccessary and a short cool down right before shutting down would be a good idea, but not as long as normal cool downs. The problem with the heads were that they had no form of cooling. Most diesels have antifreeze running through the heads to keep them relatively the same tempterature as the block, but on the diesels, I assume the heads get hotter than the block and if not allowed to cool down, they would warp from uneven cooling. I would go with the once closest just because you can go out and drive it around and test it for any mechanical faults. check for popping out of gear and power director popping out and any odd noises or feels. About simplicity, diesels, minus the injection pump, which I have never had any problems with besides needing a rebuild on one of our fords. Diesels are a lot simpler. They have no ignition system to worry about keeping up and going. Also, you don't need to change spark plugs on a diesel or wires. However, with that said, if a diesel does need somthing beyond a minor repair or maintenance, they can be a little more complex, since a lot of the stuff needs specialist's attention to be repaired correctly. For price, I would not give over 4500 for a farm tractor diesel 19. Farm tractor means you can take it home and start plowing with her. Maybe a little more if she was an exceptional farm tractor, like one that may have had some major work done like an engine overhaul, or injection pump and injector overhaul. If it has any new expensive parts, like new tires, that would make me consider a little more. For a gasser, I would not give more than 3000, maybe 3500. again, new parts or work done would boost that max price some if it is an exeptional work tractor. If you have any more questions feel free to post or e-mail. I don't think you can go wrong if they are both well cared for tractors. Easy way to figure out is to look at the fluids in the tractor, check out the other equipment and the facility. If the other stuff looks neglected, chances are the 19 was too unless it was like his grandpas tractor or something else really unlikely. Good luck Hurst
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