Posted by NY 986 on July 25, 2019 at 06:21:56 from (174.220.14.146):
In Reply to: Auction tractor posted by Bkpigs on July 24, 2019 at 19:04:28:
I'll comment on the tractor itself but let it be known I don't approve of any pre-bid shenanigans. The park mechanism was not the best design and can either not hold or fully release if going into gear. The TA may not want to shift which could be the cable between the cab lever and the TA lever itself. I've changed them and not a fun job. The mufflers can get holes in them which will allow water down into the engine. If cold you can apply pressure to the fan belt and turn the engine over. The IH guys say that some oil usage is normal over a long work day. I have to add a quart over two days under moderate load. The JD's here can go the entire spring season without needing engine oil. Those are things to watch for but my 986 has cost extremely little in upkeep since I bought it almost 25 years ago. Good power and fuel usage is moderate for most chores.
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