IH 284

[JSharp]

Does anyone have any experience with a model 284 IH? I did a search and came up with nothing.

I'm sort of looking for a small tractor to bush hog and possibly add a loader. I've seen a couple of these on the net and the size and capability looks about right for my expected use. There also seem to be more gas versions around than diesels and I'd prefer a gas tractor. I have some light duty dirt work to do and sometimes have a little snow to move.

Anyone have any info?

 

[dgl24087]

From TractorData.com - information on all makes and models of tractors

International Harvester 284

General information:

Manufacturer: International Harvester


Model: 284


Years produced: 1976 - 1984


Total built:

Factory:

Original price: $5,000 (1984)


Power:

Engine: 28 hp [20.9 kW]


Drawbar (rated): 21 hp [15.7 kW]


PTO (rated): 26 hp [19.4 kW]


Engine:

Manufacturer: Mazda


Fuel: gasoline


Cylinders: 4


Bore/Stroke:

Displacement: 71.3 ci [1.2 L]


Compression:

Rated RPMs:

Torque:

Firing order:

Engine:

Manufacturer: Nissan


Fuel: diesel


Cylinders: 3


Bore/Stroke:

Displacement: 99 ci [1.6 L]


Compression:

Rated RPMs:

Torque:

Firing order:

Comments: Diesel engine available in 1981


Transmission:

Type: sliding gear


Forward: 8


Reverse: 2




Mechanical:

MFWD: optional after 1982


Steering:

Brakes:

Capacity:

Fuel: 7.9 gal [29 L]


3-Point Hitch:

Rear Hitch Category: I


Rear lift:

Power Take-off (PTO):

Type: independent


Rear speed (RPM): 540, 1000


Tires:

Ag front: 5.00-15


Ag rear: 11.2-24


Dimensions:

Weight: 2,138 lbs [969 kg]



Serial Numbers:
Location: In front of rear axle on the right side of the frame

1976: 8005
1977: 8125
1978: 10705
1979: 12425
1980: 13207
1981: 13419
1980 (diesel): 670
1981 (diesel): 2146
1982 (diesel): 2999
1983 (diesel): 3343
1984 (diesel): 4561
1981 (4WD): 2267
1982 (4WD): 3035

 

[dieselade]

i had one of these for several years. good little tractor. i happened to be at the caseIH dealer and a guy came in for a part for that tractor. the part wasn`t available. it had to do with the 3pt hitch control lever. needless to say , I traded that tractor in for a newer one that i can get parts for.

 

[JSharp]

i had one of these for several years. good little tractor. i happened to be at the caseIH dealer and a guy came in for a part for that tractor. the part wasn`t available. it had to do with the 3pt hitch control lever. needless to say , I traded that tractor in for a newer one that i can get parts for.

Thanks all.

I've been reading a little more on the net and talking to some people in the area since I posted this thread. Too bad about the parts issues. These tractors seem to be the perfect size for my needs and inexpensive.

Of course they're going cheap now. No one wants to be stuck with one that can't be repaired...

 

[BTDT]

I don't think that would be too much of an issue. I was told the same thing by a New Holland dealer about a part for my tractor (83' Ford 1300). There are still parts that can be found, (tractor scrapyards), they told me who to contact and I had the part within a week. I would question what part he was looking for, I'm sure gaskets, rebuild kits, etc. can be found at the dealer.

 

[dave boley]

I am new here. I found this forum and thread by doing a google search. I have a 1980 model 284 that was brought to me in pieces to put together. Some fool tore the engine apart and put it in boxes because they didn't know what to do about it. Another guy bought it that way and he wants me to get it back together.

This has a Mazda engine I am told and I have also been told that it is the same engine used in the early Ford Courier mini trucks. I need to find a good source for parts for the engine. I know I need a full gasket set and a distributor gear. Possibly I also need other engine parts. I wouild like to buy a complete engine gasket set but I was told that the IH dealers sell all the gaskets seperately. I don't mind going with online ordering so long as I can call the place to verify that I am ordering the right stuff.

Any help along these lines would be greatly appreciated.

Thank You,

Dave

 

[buppy69]

Try messicks.com. They have been helpful in getting me gasket sets when they were only listed separately. You can look up the parts yourself on this site.

Eugene

 

[dave boley]

Try messicks.com. They have been helpful in getting me gasket sets when they were only listed separately. You can look up the parts yourself on this site.

Eugene

Thanks Man... I'll check it out.

Later...

 

[beb91]

I have a 1979 IH 284 gasoline that am currently restoring. Have been able to locate some parts, however very scarce. Cannot seem to be able to find any info on Mazda M4-710 4 cyl gasoline engine specifications. Engine runs very well with occasional sputters because fuel leaking out of the top of the carb. especially when shut down. Have to keep fuel shutoff closed when stored. Also engine runs very low oil pressure, like 15 lbs. or less. Don't know if this is normal for this engine or not? If anyone knows please advise. Need fuel pump. either new or rebuilt carbeurator, and engine oil pump with gaskets. Have not been able to locate.

 

[pedalstomper78]

Fuel spilling out of the carburetor is usually related to a needle and seat problem. Think of your float bowl in the carb as your toilet tank. If the float never shuts the water off, your toilet tank overflows. The same thing is happening to your carb except it's with fuel instead of water. I looked at a diagram of the carburetor and it does not appear that there is an adjustment for the needle and seat setup. I would check with the local dealer to see what they can get you one for. It looked like it was available on messicks.com also. You ma be able to get away with cleaning the needle and seat setup also....sometimes a spec of dirt will make it so it is unable to seal correctly. That's very typical for a carburetor that has sat for any length of time with fuel in it.

Let me know if you need farther help!!!!

 

[Appy]

I have a gas 284. It's an orphan. The only thing International is the name plate. Japanese hybrid. I price a gas tank and fenders @ the dealer. Tank $800, fenders $2000 each. They tell me they used this engine in '71-'72 Ford Couriers (try and find one of those). Carb is easy. Check and see if leak is on plunger. I was able to get that at the dealer. It is leather. Soak it in something to swell it up if it is dry. Couldn't find a fuel pump, so I put an electric fuel pump on (low pressure) that worked good. I also install a Pertronix electronic module replacing the points. Probably a good little tractor when new. My tractor has a loader. My 284 is stuck right now. When I get it running I'm selling it ASAP.

 

[cyrush]

The 284 is of Mitsubishi origin, made for IH yo distribute world wide, whilst Mitsubishi organisation in Japan marketed the larger IH tractors.

 

[beb91]

Yeh, an orphan of some sort. I'm with you on that note! Parts, if you can find any are priced higher than marine or recreational vehicle parts. Messicks fenders for the 284 are $8000.00 per fender. MY GOD, come on now. A carb is $350.00 and I'm not sure if it's new or rebuilt. Probably rebuilt. I just don't understand why this tractor is so unique as it relates to service and parts. I realize they are over 30 years old and probably not too many left in existance anymore but still. What kind of engine oil pressure does your 284 operate at? Mine has an after market oil pressure guage on it thats showing me between 15 and 20 pounds. Does this sound normal?

 

[N8ghz]

The 284 is of Mitsubishi origin, made for IH yo distribute world wide, whilst Mitsubishi organisation in Japan marketed the larger IH tractors.

I have 2 Diesel 284's. They are Komatsu mfg. and use a Nissan engine. The gas ones use a Mazda engine.
Yes they are orphans, but have been good for me.
The worst part I even inquired about was a starter.... $1200
I had broken the aluminum end-bell and it could not be bought separately....so I made one out of steel.

$2000 for a fender?......ha ha. I built new ones of those also.

 

[beb91]

Glad to hear that the 284's have worked out for you. I really like the little tractor and not that I've had a lot of problems with mine, because I have not, but I plan to fully clean up and finish restoring mine and try to sell for at least what I have invested in it which is around $4000. I did not realize prior to purchasing this tractor that parts were not readily available, let alone available at a reasonable price. You get absolutely no help from IH dealers or their mechanics because all they want to do is steal yours and sell you a new one. If anything breaks or fails you better be ready to fabricate it yourself. When I sell this one I plan to purchase something newer and preferably diesel rather than gas. Deisels are much more reliable. I had a 950 John Deere diesel for years. Best tractor I ever owned and was stupid for getting rid of it. If anyone out there collects or might be interested in a clean little 284 Gas model, shoot me a reply!!

 

[toptech21]

I just looked for a new carb also and paid for it online through messicks, found out the next day that they are out of them and no longer available. I found a shop called Valley Parts Power # 1-800-609-5110, the guy you want to speak with is Bill Rogers. They rebuild and modify parts to rebuild it because you can no longer get a kit. They test run them on an engine and make all of the ajustments so all you have to do is install and start the tractor. Just thought it might be helpful.