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1954 40C my new toy!!!

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Trigg

03-22-2006 00:01:46

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I just picked up a 1954 40C that is 95% there but not running. I got it for a song ($300.00)!!! I am new to crawlers as my other 2 JD"s are on wheels. Does anyone have any tips/ lessons learned when restoring a crawler?

Also, the radiator is full with a good antifreeze mix however it will be quite some time before I start to work on the 40...Kinda promised the wife I would finish my 1941 H first...Should I drain the radiator and let it sit dry or leave it alone?

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FDBYRD

03-22-2006 08:02:54

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Re: 1954 40C my new toy!!! in reply to Trigg, 03-22-2006 00:01:46

I HAVE HAD MY 420 CRAWLER FOR MANY YEARS WITH GOOD SERVICE FROM IT. I THINK THAT THE "WEAK LINKS" ARE THE SLIP CLUCHES & THE REVERSER. IT SOUNDS LIKE YOU GOT ONE HECK OF A DEAL.

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CPeter

03-22-2006 06:06:30

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Re: 1954 40C my new toy!!! in reply to Trigg, 03-22-2006 00:01:46

Welcome to the club. I'll post a longer reply later as I'm on my way out the door. I've had one or more of these for over 30 years and done a lot of work with them. This is my latest one. A 54' with a #61 blade. BTW, I have since replace the seat with a correct frame and cushions.

CPeter

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Jason Mills

03-22-2006 05:26:19

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Re: 1954 40C my new toy!!! in reply to Trigg, 03-22-2006 00:01:46

Lucky you, good price on 40C. I would check the ph of the antifreeze, rather than drain it out. There are rust inhibitors in the antifreeze that protect parts like freeze plugs. You should be able to get the ph strips at a auto parts store or a big rig shop, they keep an eye on ph to protect the liners in diesel engine. Good luck,Jason.

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Mike M

03-22-2006 05:25:06

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Re: 1954 40C my new toy!!! in reply to Trigg, 03-22-2006 00:01:46

Glad to hear someone is still getting good deals !

I"d check the antifreeze to make sure it is strong enough to not freeze and if it is leave it in there as you don"t want them dry.

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