IH 584

[slowzuki]

The pickup tubes just seem to vibrate loose. Our 584 had dropped its tube years ago, the 585 was still on. I agree, the leak on the bell housing is most likely brake related. The o-ring in the loader disconnects are likely leaking or the o-ring in the orb fitting screwed into the valve block. Cycle the joystick in all directions before trying to disconnect the loader fittings.

The remote lever is locked likely because people frequently knock it into detent position that loads the hydraulic system and heats the fluid up rapidly. Our neighbours ran theres a while like this before finally asking me to take a look.

 

[gcp]

Well guys, you were absolutely correct! The quick disconnect o-rings replacement of the loader did the trick so its 2 leaks down and one to go. But this final leak promises to be harder to fix as it appears to be emanating from a plunger in the front part of the brake master cylinder. It spins but does not unscrew. I'll take pics of the exact part and will post it.

Thank you for your advice!

 

[gcp]

Here's a couple of pics of the component that leaks. The disc at the center of the pic rotates in both directions, freely. The hydraulic fluid leaks from the bottom of this disk and it does not appear I have a way of tightening it in any way. As you can see it's kind of tight in there so I can foresee it'll be a real pain to execute the needed repair. The leak is not much now but I'm sure it'll get progressively worst. Could this have been caused by riding the tractor with the hand brake on?

 

[gcp]

After going through my shop manual I've discovered that the fluid leak is most probably coming from the bottom of the equalizer plate, that's the name of the disk I refered to above. I don't know if there's a seal in front of it that must be replaced, or what other part must be replaced if that's not it to solve the hydraulic drip but as I've mentioned above I don't believe it'll be a straight forward repair. Any input you may have will be greatly appreciated.

 

[gcp]

Well folks, as intimidating as it looked, I tackled the removal of the brake equalizer valve yesterday. It took me about 4 hours to remove it, due to removing a number of parts that ultimately didn't need to be, but hey I learned!

Here's what the valve looks like removed, it appears there are only 2 o-rings on the spool that could be leaking so I'll replace both. As you can see there are only 2 bolts that hold the valve into place so don't go removing the master cylinder bolts as they are a pain to get to and totally unnecessary to remove. I hope this pic helps someone.

As soon as that's done my 584 ought to be leak free :thumbsup:

 

[SLHawkins]

GCP,
Let me know how your restoration goes. Here is a picture of the IH 584 that I inherited from my uncle. What year is yours? I'll have to check, but I know that mine is a least 30. My uncle bought two of them brand new, one with a loader. I only have two speed left on it however. And, I have to clean the fuel lines. After it runs awhile, it begins to sputter and shut off. Sometimes, it'll run for a few hours, sometimes, only a few minutes. I have a straight exhaust on it, and boy does it sound awesome when it is out in the field working:thumbsup:. It has been neglected for the last 15 years or so. So, I am beginning to show it some TLC again. They are great tractors and I am sure you will enjoy it. Quite a step up from the yanmar though, isn't it? I used to have a yanmar 2210D and FX32D.

 

[gcp]

SL, mine is circa 84-86, I was told. Don't know exactly because the front end loader is covering the SNs and I'm not about to remove it for that reason alone :laughing:

I am glad you're giving yours some TLC, I am doing the same to mine, including painting all the pannels and hood I've removed thus far. If that works out next Sunday I'll paint the fenders next but since I've bever painted before I'm taking it slow.

Yes, a big step up from the Yanmar but I still love that little tractor, tough as nails!

 

[Barry Bowen]

If you can get all the leaks stopped, that is one heck of an accomplishment. Usually there are one or two that you will never get fixed. This is just the nature of the old good red iron. I probably loose a gallon or so a year on my 706 and maybe one or two on the 1066. It is just one of the simple pleasure of owning old iron, buying your hytrans in drums not bucket. By the way ONLY use Hytrans in that tractor. DO NOT even think about buying the junk at TSC or where ever. Hytrans is one of the very few trans hydraulic oils that is a 30 wt. It makes a big difference!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

 

[SLHawkins]

gcp,
I wanna say mine is an '84, but I will have to check that. I see we have different fenders. Don't ask me how he did it, but my uncle managed to bust every light and bend the rear fender. So, after I get it running right, I am going to see about getting the fender straightened and then repair/replace all the lights. I have contemplated painting it, but if I do, that is a task for down the road. I would also like to find a nice 966 or 1066 to pull my chisel plow. Keep me posted on how your restoration goes:thumbsup:

 

[gcp]

Can someone please explain how this equalizer valve works? I can see how the 2 o-rings pictured would prevent the valve from leaking from either side of the valve but how do the ball bearings and springs control the hydro flow to equalize the brake presure?