Recent content by mikehenya

Sorry it took so long, so if you are still following the thread I am attaching a picture of the pump location and the image from the service manual. Granted neither pic is very good....

I just purchased my first backhoe, late 60's 500B Industrial. I am going through and replacing several worn hoses and though I may get a seal kit for both the front and mid mount pumps. I have the parts manual and have located kits. Question is, is there any trick to removing and replacing the...

What would you guys recommend as the absolute best oil and filter to run on a 1702D? I have seen several suggestions, but I have had problems with this tractor in the past so I want to do everything right! I know this is the BEST place to ask! Thanks guys!

I just replaced my head gasket, ran the tractor for 1/2 an hour then re-torqued. Everything seems great EXCEPT I am getting a good bit of white steam/smoke from the PCV type crancase vent tube. I am being paranoid since this is my first time replacing a head gasket, so how much smoke is too...

Well, I hope this isn't viewed as a double post! In my other thread I found out what it's called, now I just need to know if the cracked swirl chamber is a problem, and how to replace it if needed. It is located in the center chamber, both end ones are crack free. Does anyone have experience...

Thanks to all for the great forum! I have been an avid reader for the last couple of years since i bought my 1702D! I apologize for the length of this post, but I need some help! I attached a picture as well. The questions: I have a problem 1702D that has had several issues from the day I...