water in oil?

[D7E]

I would'nt run away from it, It would just need to be cheap enough to allow for a new block.

 

[RickB]

What would be the cause of a tractor with water in the oil. I am looking at a ford 3930. They want $5000 but it says it has water in the oil.

Can anyone tell me what would the possible causes of this be and how much $$ to fix.

Thanks

Water (like rain water or condensation) or coolant?
Different reasons, different responses.

 

[Soundguy]

I'd certaintly hope someone trying to sell the machine would to an oil change on it if it had simple condensation.. but you nevewr know.. I've seen apathetic owners that won't even charge a battery to sell a tractor.

soundguy

 

[D7E]

It's easy to change the oil to hide a pourous or cracked block for a little while too, Depending how severe...!

 

[Soundguy]

seen that too!

It's always a giveaway when you see a tractor with poor maintenance.. and all the other oil sumps have old oil.. but the crankcase is fresh..

soundguy