Oil & Fuel Possible purchase of M-F 50 diesel

[Chuck_Lind]

I'm about to purchase a used circa 1962 M-F 50 diesel with 3972 hours on it. It seems to run okay with the exception of running it up to about 2200+ rpm's; then it starts missing like a gasoline engine with worn-out spark plugs. There's no smoke or unusual sounds...just cutting in and out. Admittedly, it needs a new fuel filter, but it concerns me about the "missing" at operating speeds.

Any advice from you good folks?

Also, anything else I should be aware-of should I purchase this machine?

Thanks in advance...Chuck

 

[Nasty135]

Chuck,Probably dirty partially clogged injector, also check air filter and as you said fuel filter,You can run some of that stuff everyone else suggests but I don't remember the name ?I'm sure someone will post it for me , BTW how is the power steering? good no leaks I hope..Happy tractoring /forums/images/graemlins/smile.gif

 

[Chuck_Lind]

Thanks for the info...this machine has no power steering, which is okay because it will be a "backup" tractor for my NH TN65 and will also be used for raking hay, brush-hogging, etc.