International 444 freeze plugs and other terrible decisions

Bluepeterbilt · Feb 18, 2020

I have a diesel 444 that popped 2 freeze plug or expansion plugs is what they are called and I cant seem to find out where to get any more any ideas.. also looking to figure out the best way to plumb the hydraulics for a ih2000 loader without a front pump. I could keep yall busy on this 1 tractor but hoping to fix these 2 issues first it's a great tractor and I love it

SkipperII · Feb 19, 2020

You should be able to get expansion plugs at any good parts store. Just take along the old ones, or measure the holes with a good caliper.

fastfarmall · Feb 19, 2020

The Dorman Company makes them, if you don't have a caliper, then buy one, The handiest thing you can own !

JimB2 · Feb 19, 2020

Hi, is this 444 a Louisville, KY model or a true Bradfork, UK built model with two hydraulic pumps connected together on the right front side of the engine?

Photo of the IH 2000 loader hydraulic valves would be good to see.

DoubleO7 · Feb 26, 2020

The plugs you seek are neither freeze plugs, welch plugs nor expansion plugs.
They are core plugs.
Technically speaking.

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