New to me DK45

   / New to me DK45 #1  

old8nguy

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Apr 24, 2009
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Location
NE OK
Tractor
52 8N
Just brought home a Dk 45. I’ve ran old gas tractors all my life. What are some things i should do first? Fuel system cleaner? Fuel additives? I’m pretty green on this tractor. You’re experience and opinions are appreciated.
 
   / New to me DK45 #2  
Congratulations. Leaf through the owners manual re the maintenance schedule and be sure to use a diesel oil “C” rating as opposed to an “S” for gas. Never ever run out of fuel or you’ll be bleeding the system, which isn’t fun. Change your fuel filter every other oil change and buy diesel fuel at a busy station for fresh seasonal diesel… I’m sure others will chime in.
 
   / New to me DK45 #3  
My DK50 has been a real work-horse. Other than self-inflicted damage, oil/filters/lubrication and it just keeps on ticking. Shop around on the filters for best price. A few of them may be available through NAPA for far less $$$.
 
   / New to me DK45 #4  
Ditto on all the above suggestions, keep her greased and like said earlier do not run it out of fuel.
 
 
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