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My dilemma.Do I need a new engine or can t be salvaged? My rookie mistake --->Replaced a leaking gasket on carburetor ( engine worked fine before leak developed ) After reassembly , I could not turn engine over with recoil type starter. It acted seized or locked up. I opened both oil level...

Here's a two day old photo. GGK

I have a 1980 IH 284 Diesel . 4 wh dr with loader & bucket I bought it new for $5400.Runs great. For sale. Looking for a ball park asking price. GGK

TY. Great prompt responses. Going to try new filter advice ----->tarp the unit and pick up that Buddy Heater ( forced air ) GGK

My track steer ( ASV RT-50 ) still has summer diesel and would not run more than 5 secons after starting. Been -14 F for several days. What's my remedy? Many thanks, GGK 87 yo rookie

Snapped a pin on the thumb (hydl) of my mini excavator. How bad a move to replace it with a solid pin ?-----> no lube fittings GGK

Case dealers ---->search for replacement pump ---->discontinued part. Advised trying tractor salvage yards. Wish me luck and God's speed. GGK

Recently brought my hydraulic pump in for repair. It's from my IH tractor ( diesel /purchased new in 1980 /Model 284 ) "Unrepairable" After much searching,the mechanic said he found one ._----->$1397 plus S&H. Yikes !!!!!!!!!!!! What firm bought out International Harvester ? I'll start there...

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Bought new ig switch. Thought I copied the wire color scheme but ended up with a solid red wire and ran out of terminals. This is a IH 284 diesel . Any help for an 84yo that used to be a pretty good handyman wba. GGK

My IH 284 diesel ,that I bought new in 1980 ,has never failed to start in all those years. Yesterday , the ignition switch was dead . Battery was charged. No change. After removing some sheet metal to gain access to back of ignition switch, I found I had current to center post of switch. Using a...

Hyl lift piston working irradically .Finding hydl fluid in bottom of control box. refilled reservoir and last use observed fluid bubbling out thru fill cap. (over filled? ). TIA GGK

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Planning aprons on all sides of my band saw mill (25' of rail).I'm about 30 miles from the concrete plant. I'm very concerned about the additioal cost of a pump unit. Any suggestions appreciated.

I have a very workable old cement mixer ("Handy Dandy" ). I had to have some welding done on the cast iron yoke which necessitated total tear down. Upon reassembly I find I have a key stock left out of the mixer somewhere. Duh. Help!

The membership has me convinced to set my mill on concrete piers .Will do. My question is what is the best height for the mill head /rail assembly above grade? Will anxsiously await the debate. Thank you for this great source of knowledge found in the membership. The original thread---->...

Long narrow concrete pad for a proposed band saw mill----> how elaborate need it be? I want it dead level . If the site is prepped properly with good compaction, formed up appropriately with recommended rebar and 5" of concrete and a 6'x30'final size---how are my chances of it remaining level...

Thinking of making a mount on my back blade for log retrieval. GGK

SIL wants to roof his hunting shack with metal roofing over existing shingles. Has had two different schools of thought impressed on him. #1 must tear off old shingles or #2 apply metal directly over existing shingles. What say the knowledgeable members here? TIA GGK

A member suggested that my lack of hydraulics is from loss of prime . How do you restore? TIA GGK

Background : My IH CUT model 284 (purchased new in 1980) Has 3ph and a fel. Has performed very well over the years but a couple of days ago no hydraulics front or back.( functioned the day before normally) Hyd fluid level was way down --->filled reservoir still no hyd. Then changed to a new...

Back in 1980, I purchased a 40 acre rural parcel. Built an earth sheltered home there. It had small broken down dwelling on it with a full concrete foundation.(circa--> depression era).Dirt (sand) floor.Thought it would make a great root cellar. I have finally razed the old building and decked...

My workshop (26'x32') needs a refit of the existing lighting system (ten 8' -double tube T12 fluorescent fixtures ) I'm tired of replacing ballasts. I was in a small retail shop the other day and their lighting system consisted of very large CFL bulbs.So bright you couldn't look at them. Any...

I have a 36'x63'pole bldg ( built in 1981 ) "Floor" is Cl 5 gravel over 4" to 6" heavies. Location---> WI I want to make an enclosed room in one corner 12'x18' with a 4 to 5 inch poured conc slab. At the moment , there is a storage loft in that corner (to remain) The question I have is should...

Dozer blade lever, non functioning. Blade now set (froze) in the maximum down position. Control lever moves fore & aft but doesn't influence blade position. I suspect that the control cable is disconnected, or worse case scenario, broken. I have removed the access cover on the lever and it...

Due to buckling from last years extremely high humidity and also it's the original floor (installed 1982 ) so it's shop worn and due for a change. Question. What's the easiest way to remove the mastic. I'm afraid you're going to say there is no easy way LOL. Is the something that can be applied...

My shop has ten, 8' fluorescent fixtures. Department of Energy is/has mandating their phase out. Has any one replaced them with the retro fit kits? Cost / unit ?? Degree of difficulty TIA GGK

I-H 284 ( 1980 year ) 4wd diesel. I can see the shaft rotate so I know it;s not a sheared roll pin. Problem in the gear box ? Can the top cover be safely removed for a look -see? Any suggestions are appreciated. GGK ETA That's suppose to be HI-Lo shift ^^^^

Hi fellows. I recently purchased a 2006 mini excavator (Takeuchi TB016) from a national major rental agency. Six years is the normal phase out of all rental equipment ( according to the manager).\ It functions well in all operating levels. However (Ya , here it comes) after about five hours...

A question that is a follow up to my emergency storm shelter exit,(5/12 /13). I have 50' of 60"" corrugated pipe for the project on order. It weighs in at 55#/ ft. I'll get three sections. Ideally I will get 17 ' sections. Question. What's the best technique to safely handle...

I want a second exit to my storm shelter . My plan is to attach a 60" culvert to the shelter which is a concrete block structure with a 12" reinforced poured concrete roof (below grade). The top of the culvert will be approximately 24" below grade and day-light at a hill side. My concern is...

Several projects have arisen where I could use a backhoe( that I've always coveted ) Question: Is my 1980 IH (model 284 4wd diesel ) too old to risk investing in a major investment such as a woods 7000 bh (or equivalent )? I am the only owner of the IH. Always stored in the pole bldg. only...