I just recently aquired an international TD8E serial 005136. I think 1974 by what I have read. Starts and runs ok as far as engine. The drive is very weak. it wont turn but will go forward and reverse ok. The left track was really loose. We did get grease in the arm and it expanded the track out. Can i rebuild this arm that holds the track tight.
It has the back hoe attachment on it and it all functions well after a little WD 40..
This thing has been sitting for years. My main questions are what do I need to know about this unit. starting, operating, maintenance tricks ect. I am certain all of the fluids need changed as well as all filters. Has anyone ever converted the 6 volt series batteries to a single 12 volt? What would cause it to be weak on driving (filters) what else. What controls the turning how can I check it and what do i look for. Can someone tell me were to find a manual and can you get parts for it. We have a family farm with 3 sections and would like to use it for ponds fence work ect. I am fairly good mechanical and will attempt all work myself. The hydraulics on the blade work very good. With the back hoe and blade I was able to lift the unit completely off the ground to pump grease in and expand the tracks.
I am new to dozers so whatever help can be offered would be greatly appreciated.
Thanks Buck
It has the back hoe attachment on it and it all functions well after a little WD 40..
This thing has been sitting for years. My main questions are what do I need to know about this unit. starting, operating, maintenance tricks ect. I am certain all of the fluids need changed as well as all filters. Has anyone ever converted the 6 volt series batteries to a single 12 volt? What would cause it to be weak on driving (filters) what else. What controls the turning how can I check it and what do i look for. Can someone tell me were to find a manual and can you get parts for it. We have a family farm with 3 sections and would like to use it for ponds fence work ect. I am fairly good mechanical and will attempt all work myself. The hydraulics on the blade work very good. With the back hoe and blade I was able to lift the unit completely off the ground to pump grease in and expand the tracks.
I am new to dozers so whatever help can be offered would be greatly appreciated.
Thanks Buck