Hello, I’ve got a 1975 IH 175C that needs to have a track split to replace the seals for the track adjuster. This has the pinned master link not the alligator style. Also there are no retaining pins in this master link.
I’ve been told it’s likely the pin will be ruined as it comes out and I should have a new one on hand; however, I’m not having any luck finding a new or aftermarket replacement.
I’m going to get help from a buddy who was a former Deere construction mechanic. We do not have a track press and it’ll be the heat and beat process which he said may likely turn into torching the pin out.
Those who have experience with this, do you have any suggestions on replacing the pin with something from a different model that will fit? Or suggestions on making sure it isn’t damaged? The guys at Blue Ridge tractor parts said a machine shop could just build a new pin but this will leave the machine down for awhile and I’d like it to be a quick job.
Thank you
Also, if a new pin does need to be machined, what type of steel should it be made out of?
I’ve been told it’s likely the pin will be ruined as it comes out and I should have a new one on hand; however, I’m not having any luck finding a new or aftermarket replacement.
I’m going to get help from a buddy who was a former Deere construction mechanic. We do not have a track press and it’ll be the heat and beat process which he said may likely turn into torching the pin out.
Those who have experience with this, do you have any suggestions on replacing the pin with something from a different model that will fit? Or suggestions on making sure it isn’t damaged? The guys at Blue Ridge tractor parts said a machine shop could just build a new pin but this will leave the machine down for awhile and I’d like it to be a quick job.
Thank you
Also, if a new pin does need to be machined, what type of steel should it be made out of?
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