Oliver 1850

Oldoliver1850 · Dec 17, 2023

I just bought an old Oliver 1850 with a loader. I don t know anything about it other than it s a gas engine. The model# is 285- 2132. And he serial number is 16697-427. Any info on the tractor and how to tell what kind of loader it is would be greatly appreciated!

This post was edited by Oldoliver1850 on 12/17/2023 at 04:14 pm.

rrlund · Dec 17, 2023

Well, it's a 1965. That about all I can tell you until you ask an specific question. We'd have to see
a picture to even begin to guess what the loader is.

Oldoliver1850 · Dec 17, 2023

Thank you! That helps to at least know what year it is. Are they good reliable tractors? What is the first thing I need to do before trying to start it? The loader looks like it s from the factory. Is there anything else you can tell me about it based on the model and serial number?

Oldoliver1850 · Dec 17, 2023

Thank you! That helps to at least know what year it is. Are they good reliable tractors? What is the first thing I need to do before trying to start it? The loader looks like it s from the factory. Is there anything else you can tell me about it based on the model and serial number?

used red MN · Dec 17, 2023

Hello oldOliver welcome to YT! A little more detail on
the condition of the machine would be good. Was it
stored indoors is the engine able to turn? Just turn the
fan blade to see if it will turn, you may have to push
against the belt to make additional tension with your
opposite hand to get it to turn. Be a good idea to
loosen the engine oil drain plug just until it starts
dripping. The purpose is to check for water, if it just
drips oil tighten it back up. If water let it drip until it
is just oil and retighten. Be a good idea to test any
plugs you see under it for transmission lube etc. this
way. It would also be a good idea to pull the spark
plugs and put a couple tablespoon of automatic
transmission fluid in each one this lubes dry cylinders
that have been setting a while. Of course check the
coolant level, however just running it a COUPLE
minutes with low coolant will harm nothing. There
should be a drain on the bottom of the carburetor. Get
a glass jar and drain it into it. This will give you an idea
of what the inside of the carb looks like. It should flow
steady and not slow to a dribble. Again the ..dribble..
problem will not keep it from starting but it will not
allow it to run properly and produce the proper power
levels. So it would be something you could repair after
it has been started. What is your experience with
mechanics and old tractors, do you have any?
I will link the manufacturers online parts catalog for it.
This will allow you to see what is inside.
If you intend to keep the machine I would highly
recommend getting an Operators manual and an I&T
repair manual. See 2nd link.
To get an ID on your loader a picture would be best for
that. Here is a short explanation of the picture posting
directions for this forum. Pictures post through the
..Browse or Choose files.. button just below where it
says ..Upload Photos/Videos.. down lower in the ..New
post and reply windows. I am adding a screen shot of
what that looks like on my iPhone. Clicking that will
give you a choice to select the file or folder the
pictures are stored in on your PC or phone. Then
select the photo from the file and ..Add.. it. They
cannot be pasted into the text area as a file. I would
suggest posting one picture in a reply, then 2 in the
next if you are adding more just to test the size
limitations.

AGCO Oliver 1850 parts book

YT Oliver 1850 manuals

rrlund · Dec 17, 2023

They're a good tractor. The gas version was a little thirsty, the diesel was preferred. The gas
version was a 310 cubic inch Oliver designed, Waukesha built six cylinder. I don't think any loaders
were factory installed unless it was an industrial model, but if it's an 1850, it likely wasn't
industrial. I have a diesel. Pretty indestructible.

Plenty of loaders were made to fit specific models of various brand tractors.

Oldoliver1850 · Dec 18, 2023

(quoted from post at 17:50:42 12/17/23) Hello oldOliver welcome to YT! A little more detail on
the condition of the machine would be good. Was it
stored indoors is the engine able to turn? Just turn the
fan blade to see if it will turn, you may have to push
against the belt to make additional tension with your
opposite hand to get it to turn. Be a good idea to
loosen the engine oil drain plug just until it starts
dripping. The purpose is to check for water, if it just
drips oil tighten it back up. If water let it drip until it
is just oil and retighten. Be a good idea to test any
plugs you see under it for transmission lube etc. this
way. It would also be a good idea to pull the spark
plugs and put a couple tablespoon of automatic
transmission fluid in each one this lubes dry cylinders
that have been setting a while. Of course check the
coolant level, however just running it a COUPLE
minutes with low coolant will harm nothing. There
should be a drain on the bottom of the carburetor. Get
a glass jar and drain it into it. This will give you an idea
of what the inside of the carb looks like. It should flow
steady and not slow to a dribble. Again the ..dribble..
problem will not keep it from starting but it will not
allow it to run properly and produce the proper power
levels. So it would be something you could repair after
it has been started. What is your experience with
mechanics and old tractors, do you have any?
I will link the manufacturers online parts catalog for it.
This will allow you to see what is inside.
If you intend to keep the machine I would highly
recommend getting an Operators manual and an I&T
repair manual. See 2nd link.
To get an ID on your loader a picture would be best for
that. Here is a short explanation of the picture posting
directions for this forum. Pictures post through the
..Browse or Choose files.. button just below where it
says ..Upload Photos/Videos.. down lower in the ..New
post and reply windows. I am adding a screen shot of
what that looks like on my iPhone. Clicking that will
give you a choice to select the file or folder the
pictures are stored in on your PC or phone. Then
select the photo from the file and ..Add.. it. They
cannot be pasted into the text area as a file. I would
suggest posting one picture in a reply, then 2 in the
next if you are adding more just to test the size
limitations.
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AGCO Oliver 1850 parts book

YT Oliver 1850 manuals

Oldoliver1850 · Dec 18, 2023

Thank you!! From what I was told it ran when he parked it 3 years ago. Has been stored under a carport since he s had it 10-15 years he thought. He put a new battery in it and some gas and said the sediment bowl gasket was leaking so he just shut the fuel off. But he told he if I replace the gasket then it should start right up. This is my first tractor so I m just learning as I go. I don t see any info on the loader. But I ll check again tomorrow. I m going to see if it will turn over when I replace the gasket. I ll do all that you said and hopefully I ll get lucky. Also, what size of bush hog will I need for this?

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