Any downside to purchasing a Yanmar 336D?

[Rebeldad1]

Looking to purchase a 30-36hp tractor. going tomorrow to look at a 336D. anything to watch out for? the good and bads?
Thanks!

 

[winston1]

336 is a good one!

We need someone good with words to write up all the things to look for. Here are a few things. Go through all gears listening for any unusual noises. Use 4 wheel drive manking sure it works. Check brakes individually. Watch the crankcase vent for excess blow by. Unusual smoke. Steering slack? Watch the radiator over flow bottle insuring no constant stream of bubbles. Note fluid conditions and levels in 4 wheel drive, transmission and engine. Make sure 3 point picks up and holds. That's a few things to look for.

 

[Rebeldad1]

What I am looking for are answers specific to this model. Any common needs or repairs? Minor things or hi dollar?
Thanks in advance!

 

[kenmac]

What I am looking for are answers specific to this model. Any common needs or repairs? Minor things or hi dollar?
Thanks in advance!

We don't have any idea what that tractor may or may not need.Minor or high dollar. None of us have even seen it from behind a computer screen. You have or are going to look at it...Like Winston said.. Check it out just like you would a used car,truck, etc,, Ask a specific question , and we'll try to give you a specific answer

 

[Rustyiron]

I had one, a 336D. It lost it's front axle oil over time and made for an expensive repair. I'm the type that services my own stuff and pay a lot of attention to things, and leaks:laughing: but this one got by me. This was 15+ years ago and I don't remember the hours on the tractor when I lost the front end but I'm sure that there was never any (obvious) leaking.
There good tractors and I wish I still had it. I sold it when I got my new tractor and at the time, I thought 2 tractors was excessive. (stupid me). Bring a buddy along that has done some "wrenching", 2 set's of eye's are better than one.

 

[R Barger]

Looking to purchase a 30-36hp tractor. going tomorrow to look at a 336D. anything to watch out for? the good and bads?
Thanks!

Check for front spindle leaks,checkfluid level in front axle, jack up front end for play or unusual noises. Don't ask me how I know this. They are great tractors.:thumbsup: I have 2 of them.

 

[California]

They're great tractors. The thing to watch for on US Yanmars is neglected repairs and maintenance reflecting the US farmer's negligence.

After 30+ years each tractor can have its own quirks that you need remedy and bring back up to spec, to begin your own years of troublefree use. These are easy to maintain, no big deal.

 

[bmaverick]

If the steering has play, usually that can be fixed doing adjustments. My old JD850 had 6-inches of excessive play. It reminded me of an old Ford 8N. The JD850 (Yanmar YM2500/YM2610) could be adjusted to corrected for that issue.

Yes, the blow-by can be something to monitor.

Examine the fuel filter and notice and weeping around the filter seal.

Before starting the tractor up, pop the hood and squeeze the radiator hoses. If they feel soft, then they have aged and weakened from the inside. Look for any residue of diesel, glycol or oil anywhere on the tractor. Check the belts and gauges. Verify that the thermostart functions (cold temp heating for the fuel). Like others said, check the brakes. It you can check the 3-pt lift with an attachment to ensure it rises normally and lowers without getting hung up nor mowing too slowly. Look for any white foamy stuff in the oil pan or cap, and none either in the hydraulics.

OK I'm out of ideas otherwise at this moment.

 

[bmaverick]

Not sure what a YM336 would be in a gray Yanmar, but here is a snapshot of the US and NewZeeland manual. If you do get the tractor, get the original manual.

Yanmar Model YM336/D Diesel Tractors Original Sales Brochure


Funny how that didn't have ROPS back then for the US market. ROPS should be available from Fredricks easily for this YM336D.

 

[joswanson]

I've had one for about6 years. It has a FEL, BH, Mower, Rake, and a snow blower. I use it weekly. Mine is an 1986. The only problem I have had is with the steering column. There are 4 bolts that fasten the base of column to the tractor. When people get on and of the machine they tend to use the steering wheel as a means of leveraging themselves up on to the machine. This can and does loosen the bolts. Once loose they will wear the threads in side and if not caught in time and tightened the threads will be damaged. It can be repaired but it is a PIA.

Other than that a great machine. I wouldn't hesitate to buy one. Parts for maintenance are readily available.

It does need the block heaters if your in a cold climate as I am. I'm talking Adirondak Mt. and temps well below 0.

Good luck

Joe