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I thought I recall my 1720 having both but I haven't changed the hydraulic fluid in a couple years and may be getting it mixed up with...

Don't forget cleaning out your oil pickup screen

When in doubt Respirate.

Since the OP said it had blow by when cranking that part of the leak down test is complete. Compression even with oil is too low. Time...

In both Solidworks and FreeCAD, there is a repeat at intervals function. You select your "feature" which is your extruded cut (hole) off...

I would just put the stem at 12 and pull the core. If it’s overfilled get it to where it needs to be. I’m not dicking around with a 700...

Wix filter by size: https://wixfilters.com/Lookup/FilterBySize.aspx

There are several New Holland TC29D service manuals on E-Bay. It is probably a good thing to have on the shelf. You'll probably need...

Awesome

Finally got a chance to install @tedward4's kit on my 1620. Pretty easy install. Minor fabrication for the hose support bracket. Also...

Agreed. Thinking likely ether-blown rings and possibly piston lands Very low compression that improves with oil in cylinders means rings...

No. Ball hone in 2nd pic OR stone type hone in 3rd pic. IMO ball hone is easier to use and less likely to take off too much material...

Keep the pistons, rod caps, and rod bearing halves (if re-using) in exact same position and orientation as you removed them. You can use...

I've got to say, there are folks on here who could argue with you about anything- but no one can say you've got bad taste.

If you've pulled a head off you can certainly do the job. You'll need a torque wrench and a ring compressor or appropriately sized band...