Ando
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I picked up my "new" Case 580k (Phase 1) today! It's about a 1987 vintage, going off the date stamp on the radiator. The ID plate in the ROPS is corroded and illegible. I've created this thread to chart progress in the rebuild and will post photos when I can.
I actually had one of those "oh sh*t, what have I done" moments, when I did a thorough inspection at home.
I've found alot of little (well, maybe not so little) bits and pieces that need doing, apart from the BIG jobs, I was aware of when I purchased the unit.
First up, was to remove the radiator, to take in for a flush and pressure check.
When I test-drove the machine, I noticed that the bottom radaitor hose was sucking in. It doesn't look like there is a thermostat in the engine, so I'm assuming that the radiator is blocked.
The radiator was full of very sludgy looking water and had a slight diesel odour(hmmm, smells expensive) Any tips??
I actually had one of those "oh sh*t, what have I done" moments, when I did a thorough inspection at home.
I've found alot of little (well, maybe not so little) bits and pieces that need doing, apart from the BIG jobs, I was aware of when I purchased the unit.
First up, was to remove the radiator, to take in for a flush and pressure check.
When I test-drove the machine, I noticed that the bottom radaitor hose was sucking in. It doesn't look like there is a thermostat in the engine, so I'm assuming that the radiator is blocked.
The radiator was full of very sludgy looking water and had a slight diesel odour(hmmm, smells expensive) Any tips??