Help, rough running engine in cold temps

[3930dave]

3930dave

Thanks for the input on Simple Green. Just spray on and hose off. Generally I am doing this for the pragmatic issue of seeing problems before they manifest into much bigger ones like I have now and yes, I too have seen some pretty filthy machines working hard.

Though I don't want a parade queen, I do like the look of my new seat. My old one was getting pretty ratty after 8 years so I found a new one that just felt nice. I had to make it fit but it sure is purdy compared to the old duck taped one I had

No prob, anytime. On really built up grease you might need 2 rounds of SG treatment, but I like that it is pretty effective at moving grease, yet at the same time there is minimal skin exposure risk. I'll use a small nylon brush, or old toothbrush on stubborn spots.

Snazzy looking seat there - sure you ain't heading for a parade ? :cool2:

Rgds, D.

 

[SI2305]

Nope, no parades, but the high seat and armrests just feel so much better when mowing a long stretch. My father recently purchased a new home with some acreage and bought the 1023r largely on account of my experience with the 2305. For his birthday, my sister and I bought him a new seat (original had a quite low back & no support). When I saw it mounted on his tractor I was thinking I needed to replace my own. Mine was starting to rust, tear and come loose from the metal back plate. The new one has a sturdy plastic backing that is molded into the padded front. The arms came as a separate kit. It took a bit of finagling to get into place, but it makes a huge difference in comfort and ergonomics.

SI2305

 

[Henri88]

This is how it will look like once you have it clean and replace. I hope this will fix your problem. Sure won't hurt. :thumbsup:

 

[Coyote machine]

I'm not singling anyone out in particular as to theoretical issues. I am however saying that air filter, fuel filter, fully charged battery and glow plug circuit functioning are the absolute basics of troubleshooting most any diesel engine. Condition of fuel going through the fuel system from tank to engine also. Anything else like the suggestion of an engine rebuild at 300 hours is preposterous in this situation. Just because a blue moon happened to one operator does not relate to this situation, and only serves to worry the OP for no reason.

To the OP: don't worry about the air filter cause and effect here, just change it because it needs to be done. Your engine isn't dirty, but it is dusty. Put on some latex gloves, grab hold of the fuel filter knurled locking ring and unscrew the housing. Catch the excess fuel, clean out the housing and replace the filter and reassemble it all.
Dusty conditions up the frequency by which items like air filters need to be changed on any piece of equipment, and can prevent overheating, poor fuel economy, reduce performance under load, etc.
Now get 'er done.:thumbsup:
I guarantee it will solve most if not all of your problem(s), unless some of the junk has bypassed your fuel filter and jammed up the injection pump, unlikely but a possibility nonetheless. We'll cross that bridge if it rises up.

 

[Henri88]

Coyote machine, again I agree with everyone of your suggestion, but I just can't see where I have ever suggested an ENGINE REBUILT at 300hrs in anyone of my post. :confused3: Nuff said! Back to the OP. Lets wait and hope the fuel filter will do the trick.

 

[Coyote machine]

Coyote machine, again I agree with everyone of your suggestion, but I just can't see where I have ever suggested an ENGINE REBUILT at 300hrs in anyone of my post. :confused3: Nuff said! Back to the OP. Lets wait and hope the fuel filter will do the trick.

You asked where, post #14, quoting you..."I hate to bring this up, but I had to replace my engine at 300hrs with symptoms that sound somewhat like yours. If you look into my older tread under ''2305 engine needs to be rebuilt'' you can maybe compare a few thinks but lets not get ahead of our self. "

Again, I said I was not singling anyone out, so just let it go....

 

[3930dave]

Nope, no parades, but the high seat and armrests just feel so much better when mowing a long stretch. My father recently purchased a new home with some acreage and bought the 1023r largely on account of my experience with the 2305. For his birthday, my sister and I bought him a new seat (original had a quite low back & no support). When I saw it mounted on his tractor I was thinking I needed to replace my own. Mine was starting to rust, tear and come loose from the metal back plate. The new one has a sturdy plastic backing that is molded into the padded front. The arms came as a separate kit. It took a bit of finagling to get into place, but it makes a huge difference in comfort and ergonomics.

SI2305

Not picking on parades..... a favourite rite of summer for me is the Canada Day parade that passes my place.... :thumbsup:

Nice seat, and I'm sure your Dad appreciates it too. As much as we all enjoy Seat Time, the armrests can be welcome on a long day, esp. with a sore back.

Rgds, D.

 

[Henri88]

You asked where, post #14, quoting you..."I hate to bring this up, but I had to replace my engine at 300hrs with symptoms that sound somewhat like yours. If you look into my older tread under ''2305 engine needs to be rebuilt'' you can maybe compare a few thinks but lets not get ahead of our self. "

Again, I said I was not singling anyone out, so just let it go....

I think I see where the confusion is. I told him to look at one of my old thread that I had started in 2011. The title of the tread was (2305 engine needs to be rebuilt) I was referring to my engine 2 years ago. I did not say engines with a ''s'' meaning all 2305 engines. Sorry if my title brought some confusion. If you ever read the tread you will see where we came to the conclusion that it was just pure bad luck. Ok once again, let's focus on the OP.

 

[SI2305]

3930dave,

Nothing wrong with parades, but definitely something wrong with an uncomfortable seat after several hours of seat time. Both my dad and I love them I especially always wanted a place to put my elbows. Bought it over ebay. I could dig up the old part number if anyone was interested.

SI2305

 

[SI2305]

3930dave,

actually, part of this whole thread stems from the fact that I could not even see my filter in the first place. I do a regular maintenance routine, and I am getting close to getting some other issues that are approaching or overdue a bit (I need to change the engine oil, though by Hours I still have time left in it). As my tractor became more and more filthy, the less I could see the darkening sediment bowl. Right now, unfortunately is not the time to go spraying down the tractor, but it should be on my to-do list in spring. I really like your SG idea. I also don't like spraying a bunch of poison just to be rinsed off into my yard or water drainage.

SI2305