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Scott(MO)

01-24-2004 22:49:48




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Hello, I'm needing some advice on a Case DC. I will start by being up front and honest. I never have been a big Case fan. I'm a AC , Oliver guy (even though I used to work for Case/IH years ago).But, a friend of mine ask me the other day if I would be interested in a Case DC and if I was , I could have it. Well, I take in old tractors like some people take stray dogs. I just couldn't say no. So , I now have a rough ,but complete DC. I need info on what were there problem points. The good , bad and everything in between. I need info on parts and anything else you might want to fill me in on. Also, can the mag be converted to Distributor like the old AC B or C tractors can? Thanks in advance.

Scott G.

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Don Rudolph

01-26-2004 16:01:19




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 Re: Case DC advice! in reply to Scott(MO), 01-24-2004 22:49:48  
Scott,
I am willing to bet if you get that DC running good you will learn to really like Case tractors. My advice is to drain all fluids. Most likely there will be water in the hydraulic sump and differential fluid and remember to drain the wet clutch sump along with the engine oil. After 50 years the magnetos can be trouble-if yours is good I would not replace it. DC's like to burn valves if they don't have rotators and if they are set up too tight (especially on unleaded gas).
The tappets should clatter a little. Other than that they are almost indestructable and will pull like crazy and are especially good in mud. Good Luck with your project. How come nobody ever gives me any Case tractors????

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Glenn FitzGerald

01-26-2004 04:55:53




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 Re: Case DC advice! in reply to Scott(MO), 01-24-2004 22:49:48  
The DC is under-rated. Get one. Operate it, and you will love it. It is a wonderful tractor. Gutst, handy, excellent traction, last forever...



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Ross Worth

01-25-2004 19:39:09




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 Re: Case DC advice! in reply to Scott(MO), 01-24-2004 22:49:48  
Hey Scott,
I live in Northwest Mo and am restoring a '52 DC that was my late grandpa's. It's complete and half restored. You're welcome to come take a look at it if you want. I won't refuse talking tractors to anybody! I live in a small town and hope to have it restored for the 4th of July parade. Half the town is now pressuring me to get it done, since I've told them about it! Drop me a line.

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Scott(MO)

01-26-2004 16:54:14




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 Re: Re: Case DC advice! in reply to Ross Worth, 01-25-2004 19:39:09  
Hey Ross, What small town do you live in? I get up that way once in a while. I'm hoping to get this tractor home while the ground is still froze. I don't know when I can get going on it as I have a AC C to finish before spring and then I need to do some work and a paint job on the AC D19 Diesel. But, the CASE looks like an interesting project. Different tractor buddys are trying to talk me into parting it out and working on something else. But , I know the farmer who originally had it and I just don't think I could do that. Besides , it's too complete for that. So, I'll give her a go! I 'm sure I'm going to have to pick all of you Case fellows brain a little for help. Thanks in advance.

Scott

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Ross Worth

01-26-2004 20:33:13




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 Re: Re: Re: Case DC advice! in reply to Scott(MO), 01-26-2004 16:54:14  
I live in Cameron. I also have a '52 DC for parts if you happen to need any. Sounds like you are going to be busy!

Rw



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Wide Open

01-25-2004 11:03:12




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 Re: Case DC advice! in reply to Scott(MO), 01-24-2004 22:49:48  
Scott, I will admit that Cases were not my favorite brand of tractor, then I got my DC. Been a Case man ever since. My DC is very reliable. I really like the hand clutch(which is a wet clutch, lasts forever), live power, live hydraulics, and the Eagle Hitch. You will find this tractor to be just as good, if not better, than any M Farmall, A JD, or Oliver 88. The only downfall was the 4-speed trans, where the others had a 5 or 6 speed. However, I think you will find the DC's 4 -speeds are far more useable and better matched for the job than any of the others 5 or 6 speeds. Plus the trans and chain final drive are bulletproof. Steering does not compare w/ others. Far superior to any others. Steers almost like power steering, I can use 1 finger on flat ground. Mine is distributior ignition, so yes, they can be converted.Overall excellent tractor,You will like it.Oh. one more nice thing on these tractors is that the grills are always perfect as cast iron don't bend too easy!
Come time to do sheetmetal work, you will really appreciate that nice perfect grill, unlike IH or JD.
This is just my 2 cents, some will agree, some will disagree.

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John Saeli

01-25-2004 10:34:09




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 Re: Case DC advice! in reply to Scott(MO), 01-24-2004 22:49:48  
Hey Scott: Tell us about the tractor. Hand clutch, Foot Clutch? Live PTO? That CASE mag is the best Mag in the World. Cessna Aircraft used it at the time. Will produce a hotter Spark than any dist. I know of. If you have mag trouble, e-mail me.



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Scott(MO)

01-25-2004 13:05:09




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 Re: Re: Case DC advice! in reply to John Saeli, 01-25-2004 10:34:09  
Well, to tell you the truth , I don't know a whole lot about it. I saw it for the first time yesterday in a dark barn on our way home from rabbit hunting with a friend and my mind was on getting those dozen rabbits cleaned before dark. It looked to be pretty complete. I do not know if it has Live PTO or not . It had a foot clutch and a lever I believe on the left side (I'm not familiar with Case tractors , but I assumed it was either a Hi-LO or Hand Clutch(?)It had a hydraulic remote valve. It had a drawbar hitch that swung side to side and some kind of pivoting gizmo in the back like at one time some kind of hydraulic lift was there ( if it ain't 3pt or fast hitch or snap coupler , I don't know a thing about them).Wish I could give you all more info , but I don't know enough yet. The clam shell fenders are perfect , but the hood leaves a little to be desired! I don't mean to criticize Case , but what's up with putting the throttle down by your legs and the battery up in front of your view. I would rather have the throttle by my hands and the battery under the seat. Oh well, beggars can't be choosers. I'll say one thing for Case , they sure put a lot of iron in for only 38hp.

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John Saeli

01-25-2004 14:41:51




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 Re: Re: Re: Case DC advice! in reply to Scott(MO), 01-25-2004 13:05:09  
Hey Scott: You're ahead of the game with good fenders. They are at a premium. That lever on the left is the hand clutch. The pedal is the left brake. Believe it or not, the 1st 2 years they made the DC, the throttle was up on the column. Hydraulics make it a '49 to '52. Although I bought a '45 that had hydraulics. Didn't come from the factory that way. Keep us posted!!



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dctom

01-25-2004 10:17:02




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 Re: Case DC advice! in reply to Scott(MO), 01-24-2004 22:49:48  
SCOTT, YOU NOW HAVE ONE OF THE BEST, ONLY PROBLEM WITH THEM IS NNOT ENOUGH PEOPLE KNEW IT

( like an old dealer told me set a DC on the show room floor and you wont sell it take it out and let the farmer use it and you will never get it back)



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Scott KY

01-25-2004 06:52:37




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 Re: Case DC advice! in reply to Scott(MO), 01-24-2004 22:49:48  
I grew up on AC's and have done a lot of farming with IH's, but I really enjoy collecting Case tractors. I really believe Case was ahead of the rest with their engineering. I have a couple of DC's and have yet to find any weak points. They are very fuel efficient and a really fun tractor to drive and work. I hope you will enjoy yours and if you ever get tired of it I would be glad to give it a home.

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Don L.

01-25-2004 06:17:23




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 Re: Case DC advice! in reply to Scott(MO), 01-24-2004 22:49:48  
YES, they can be changed to a distributer. The bad points of a DC is just wear and tear. The engine is a long life bugger. Will run on 5 lbs of oil pressure of many years. It seems to me , the farmers would not stick money in a DC because of the resale value. They would run em in the ground ,like my Dad did. In the 1975 you could buy a nice Farmall M for $900, or a DC Case for $350 with Eagle hitch at Auction or private sale[ this holds true today]. You should see the rags of DC's at Dads farm, just run too death. The one he has now is so wore out, "everthing" is maxed out, still runs , and very dependable. Go figure. That is one one he bought in 1975, and was the BIG tractor on 120 acres, 85 acres tillable. The ole 1941 SC was always the worst one , the DC has come too be there also. Dad's farm has long been paid for, and he has a very respectable bank account. But he never stuck any money in them at all. That is my theory on the DC's.signed "D"onald "C"arl Livingston.

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