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OldFarmall450
05-31-2017 21:59:54
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My 450 starts right up, runs smooth, doesn't smoke, no loud unusual noises like mains hammering, or rods whirring on start up. Mark, who did most of the work on her said he thought the bottom end was tight, and lack of smoke on start up, or after idling for a while and throttling up shows the rings are good. I'm using 15-40 diesel oil right now. I haven't used her enough to tell if she's using oil.
She starts up with 45 lbs of pressure, according to the new gauge I installed. When she was at the shop I drover her around, and after she got hot would still hold about 15 lbs idling. Sounds good, right?
Ok, I've had her in the field a couple times, nothing serious, just pulling a cultivator in sandy soil with lots of overgrowth. After a 45 min workout she only carried 5lbs or so of pressure idling. It concerned me and I left her at a high idle until I moved her back home. I know the manual says above 15 lbs at starting is good, but seeing the gauge that close to bottoming out concerns me.
I've read on here about pulling the oil pump and milling a worn spot off...can someone give me a detailed explanation of that. I have access to a Bridgeport mill and operator, if need be.
I know my Dad would suggest running a pint or 2 of STP; he was a fan of its use in older engines.
Am I getting worried over nothing? Thoughts, advice, info welcomed as always.
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