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"Ask The Oliver Mechanic" - October, 2018 Archives

Oliver 88 Row Crop Diesel

Posted by Luke on October 30, 2018, 10:08 pm

Hi, my Oliver 88 Diesel’s crankshaft pulley seems sloppy. It look like “rivets” are loose. Not sure if there should be some movement but seems loose. Can you help me find a replacement pulley?

Oliver 88 Row Crop
Identification Number 88-0926
S/N# 4 502 947

Re: Oliver 88 Row Crop Diesel

Posted by arnie on October 31, 2018, 5:52 am, in reply to "Oliver 88 Row Crop Diesel "

Is this a two piece pulley? The kind that has three small bolts that you can loosen to adjust belt tension. The book I looked in said it is. But the number you showed me didn't show up. On any pulley there should not be any looseness. Maybe if you took it off the rivets could be replaced with bolts making sure it runs "true" or you will shorten belt life and it may vibrate. You will need to remove the grill and radiator to get to it and a puller of some kid may be needed. If you need a used one, try this guy. Dennis Matzke 608 325 2941. He is near Monroe, Wis

oliver 1755 want a rebuilt kit /or pump for tractor

Posted by Dennis on October 27, 2018, 3:46 am

Roosa Master
DBGFC 633-23Dn 2400
model 772327
rpm 68562-E

Stanadyne / Part Ford Div.
Harford, Conn. USA

Re: oliver 1755 want a rebuilt kit /or pump for tractor

Posted by arnie on October 31, 2018, 5:57 am, in reply to "oliver 1755 want a rebuilt kit /or pump for tractor"

Same as I told John. Find a good local diesel shop and give them the #'s. Sometimes it's nice to be able to complain locally if the job gets troublesome.

1655 Alternator

Posted by Craig on October 25, 2018, 8:28 am

I just picked up a 1655 diesel and had an odor when first running and after looking around found a connection point on the alternator that was getting red hot. Is this likely a voltage regulator issue or a problem with the alternator itself?

Re: 1655 Alternator

Posted by Arnie on October 25, 2018, 9:57 am, in reply to "1655 Alternator"

A bad connection that develops "high" resistance can cause what you described. So can other things. I suggest that you take the alternator and regulator to a good automotive electrical shop and have them checked. Yours may have an internal regulator. If not you will see it bolted to the side of the block near the alternator. Mark the wiring connections so they can be put back where they belong. There may be problems with the tractor or someone may have had it a part and has the wires installed wrong. We had one that was updated from the early external reg to the later internal reg. It was done wrong and caused lots of troubles. Also make certain the battery is install with negative ground. Good luck..Arnie

1967 1550 Oliver diesel

Posted by John. A on October 24, 2018, 8:05 pm

My Oliver started to skip on one cylinder did this for about one month I checked valves filters but it kept skipping went out one morning and it was running perfect now 3 months later it's skipping again do not know what to do

Re: 1967 1550 Oliver diesel

Posted by Arnie on October 25, 2018, 7:23 am, in reply to "1967 1550 Oliver diesel"

Sounds like an intermittently sticking valve. Remove the valve cover, start the engine and watch for a valve not traveling up and down as far as the others. Possibly a sticking injector or a pump problem. Try changing the oil and filter. Use a good oil made for diesel use. If this is a high hour engine it may need head rebuilding. As far as additives I use ATF. A quart per tank of fuel but there are other additives that will do the same job. ATF is a high detergent oil with superior lubricating and cleaning properties. Arnie

Re: 1967 1550 Oliver diesel

Posted by John. A on October 26, 2018, 7:56 pm, in reply to "1967 1550 Oliver diesel"

Where can I find the motor I'd number on this model

Re: 1967 1550 Oliver diesel

Posted by Arnie on October 29, 2018, 6:37 am, in reply to "Re: 1967 1550 Oliver diesel"

The tractor has a serial # located on a plate riveted to the lower dash just ahead of your feet. The block does not have serial # only a casting #. I found the original part # was 160918A and it was replaced by 160918AS. Hope this helps.

Re: 1967 1550 Oliver diesel

Posted by John. A on October 29, 2018, 2:51 pm, in reply to "Re: 1967 1550 Oliver diesel"

My engine has160918a on it so what kind of injectors do I order or what engine do I have. And where can I find parts for it .

Re: 1967 1550 Oliver diesel

Posted by arnie on October 29, 2018, 4:07 pm, in reply to "Re: 1967 1550 Oliver diesel"

Getting them from Agco may get pricey and they won't be there when things go wrong and you have ?'s. I always use a local shop that specializes in rebuilding pumps and injectors. We have two good shops here in the Dubuque, Ia area. They will know exactly what you need. Check with your local farm tractor dealer. They will recommend a shop. Good luck.

Oliver Super 88

Posted by Sam Harris on October 22, 2018, 9:21 pm

I want to move this old tractor, but the rims are rusted out and the tires are flat - the tubes are ripped from the rusted rims. How much does this tractor weigh and will it roll with flat tires onto a flatbed? Does not run because of a worn leaking gasket in the fuel pump.

Re: Oliver Super 88

Posted by arnie on October 23, 2018, 6:24 am, in reply to "Oliver Super 88"

If you have a good winch on the truck you can load it. Having air in the front tires will make steering easier.

Oliver 440 Hydraulic oil

Posted by Mike Smith on October 20, 2018, 7:07 pm

Just rebuilt the hydraulic pump on my 440. What oil should I use ?
It had original atf which is not available anymore.
Thanks

Re: Oliver 440 Hydraulic oil

Posted by arnie on October 23, 2018, 6:21 am, in reply to "Oliver 440 Hydraulic oil"

If it had ATF (automatic transmission fluid)it has been replaced with Dexron Mercon. Widely available.

Re: Oliver 440 Hydraulic oil

Posted by Mike Smth on October 27, 2018, 8:52 am, in reply to "Re: Oliver 440 Hydraulic oil"

Excellent.. thanks very much for clarifying the oil type
Mike S

Super 66 Hydraulics

Posted by Mike Smith on October 20, 2018, 6:55 pm

I just bought a supper 66 that has a mechanical lift.
Will a regular 66 complete hydraulic lift pump and hydra electric bolt in place of this lift on the Super 66 ? I have this complete hydraulic unit from another 66 I have.
I would like to add the hydraulics to the super 66.
Thanks for any help.

Re: Super 66 Hydraulics

Posted by Larry K on October 21, 2018, 3:08 pm, in reply to "Super 66 Hydraulics"

You need to replace the transmission drive shaft with a short one. As long as the splines on the shaft is good, a machine shop can cut it with a lathe.

Re: Super 66 Hydraulics

Posted by Mike Smith on October 22, 2018, 9:38 am, in reply to "Re: Super 66 Hydraulics"

Just to clarify that would be the shaft from the flywheel hub to the coupler ?

Re: Super 66 Hydraulics

Posted by Larry K on October 22, 2018, 11:38 am, in reply to "Re: Super 66 Hydraulics"

No, that would be too easy. It is the shaft from the coupler into the transmission.. if you have a belt pulley you need to remove that gear box to remove the drive shaft. The gear that powers the mechanical lift is on this drive shaft.

Re: Super 66 Hydraulics

Posted by Mike Smth on October 22, 2018, 3:20 pm, in reply to "Re: Super 66 Hydraulics"

Thanks very much for clarifying that.
Appreciate it.
Mike S

1755 vibration when in over or direct

Posted by Eric Wallis on October 19, 2018, 1:39 pm

I can't figure out what is causing the vibration and shudder when running at speed only when in either over or direct on the hydraul shift. I have had the coupler sprockets and chain replaced, reshimmed motor and over/under, replaced trans input shaft. These helped but did not eliminate this shudder which happens while cutting hay with a Kubota disc m/c since that is mostly what I use this tractor for now. I would like to get this to my mechanic friend soon to get this taken care of but he doesn't know what else to do next without replacing all kinds of stuff that likely doesn't need replacing. Thanks ahead for your help!

Re: 1755 vibration when in over or direct

Posted by Arnie on October 20, 2018, 6:55 am, in reply to "1755 vibration when in over or direct"

If I read your post correctly it happens mostly when you use the PTO.(under load)Pull the PTO long shaft, roll it across a nice flat floor and check to see if it is straight. Also check the splines on the forward end where it slides into the drive hub. If there is a lot of wear on the splines there may also be wear in the drive hub which is bolted to the flywheel. To replace that you must pull the engine, separate it from the over/under, and take off the clutch. Continued shaking could possibly do damage to the hydraulic pump. A long time ago I had a 1550 gas come in that had a shake when up to speed. I took a pry bar and at the front of the engine checked "end play" on the crank. Nearly 3/8 of an inch. And one with a bent crank shaft. Also had one with a loose flywheel. Take off the starter and look thru the hole. Do you have anything extra running off the engine? Possibly a front mounted pump? Good luck. I would like to know what you find.. Arnie

Re: 1755 vibration when in over or direct

Posted by Eric Wallis on October 20, 2018, 12:53 pm, in reply to "Re: 1755 vibration when in over or direct"

Thanks a lot Arnie! I will let you know if I can convince my friend to tackle this.

Re: 1755 vibration when in over or direct

Posted by roger wallis on October 21, 2018, 1:10 pm, in reply to "1755 vibration when in over or direct"

Lo there Eric! Add this to what Arnie mentioned. Is the vibration only with the mower? If it is you might want to check its drive line also. Vibrations can travel through driveshafts, etc. Hook the tractor up to something else that requires similar power.

Re: 1755 vibration when in over or direct

Posted by Larry Harsin on December 1, 2018, 11:45 am, in reply to "Re: 1755 vibration when in over or direct"

I don't have any new ideas. It is all good information. Larry

What model and year my Oliver Diesel tractor is

Posted by Darryl lovelady on October 16, 2018, 5:23 pm

Hi I bought a Oliver Diesel tractor cAnt find what year mine is The serial number is 18 942-518 specification #is 15-0006 I would also like to know about engine I've got casting numbers This is what I found 1802205 n22855. H_ 100B the man I bought it from Said it was a 1965 40hp Diesel but what name of engine
Please help

Re: What model and year my Oliver Diesel tractor is

Posted by Harry D on October 17, 2018, 10:34 am, in reply to "What model and year my Oliver Diesel tractor is"

Found this

1955 Oliver Super 55 - Aumann Auctions, Inc.
https://bid.aumannauctions.com/m/lot-details/index/catalog/.../1955-Oliver-Super-55

Oct 7, 2017 - ... diesel, lights, PTO, 3 point, Oliver gauges, tach shows 2854 hours, Firestone 11-28 rear tires and Titan 5.5-15 front tires, Spec. No. 15-0006.

Re: What model and year my Oliver Diesel tractor is

Posted by Harry D on October 17, 2018, 2:20 pm, in reply to "What model and year my Oliver Diesel tractor is"

I found this photo, maybe like yours.Below is a link, likely a 550 diesel.

http://www.tractorshed.com/cgi-bin/gallery/gallery_pic.cgi?sz=lrg&pic=http;//www.tractorshed.com/gallery/tphotos/c144126.jpg&w=tphotos&cc=0&s=yt

Re: What model and year my Oliver Diesel tractor is

Posted by Harry D on October 17, 2018, 2:35 pm, in reply to "Re: What model and year my Oliver Diesel tractor is"

Here is a link to the 550 S/N's with year produced. The 518 number after the dash is the transmission code. The S/N is the nunmbers before the -518.

https://www.yesterdaystractors.com/cgi-bin/snlookup.cgi?mf=OL&md=550,+551+and+552

Re: What model and year my Oliver Diesel tractor is

Posted by Larry Harsin on December 1, 2018, 11:41 am, in reply to "What model and year my Oliver Diesel tractor is"

You have a 1955 Super 55 diesel. It has a Waukesha engine. Larry

990 front axle

Posted by Robert LaPage on October 11, 2018, 1:50 pm

Hi Larry
My uncle has a 990 pulling tractor. When they were unloading it off the truck it slipped off and the front axle came down hard and broke it. I was looking for a used one for him. Do you know of a place that might have one for the detroit diesel 990 oliver.
Thank You
Robert

Re: 990 front axle

Posted by arnie on October 12, 2018, 4:02 pm, in reply to "990 front axle"

If you don't find one a good welder can repair it. Quit possibly cheaper than replacing it. Good luck.

Re: 990 front axle

Posted by Larry Harsin on December 1, 2018, 11:22 am, in reply to "Re: 990 front axle"

Darrel Huhn might have one. Phone 320-693-7562. Larry

2-185 pfa axles

Posted by Paul A Berndt on October 10, 2018, 5:24 pm

I have a 2-185 and a 185 that is one year newer. the 2-185 has a ZF front end the 185 has a diffrent make we are unable to find mfg name on it , have seen this sytle on 2-135 and 2-155. my guess is clark. Any help would be helpful. Thankyou

Re: 2-185 pfa axles

Posted by Larry Harsin on December 1, 2018, 11:16 am, in reply to "2-185 pfa axles"

I think your assumption is correct. They are probably both Clark. Larry

Re: 2-185 pfa axles

Posted by Larry Harsin on December 1, 2018, 11:18 am, in reply to "2-185 pfa axles"

I think you ar correct. They are probably both Clark.

Oliver 1365 Timing after injection pump failure

Posted by Kenneth Yow on October 2, 2018, 8:49 pm

My 1972 1365 injection pump shaft/head seized. We tried starting for a while before we opened the pump cover. Had the pump rebuilt, installed by lining up marks made when removing old pump.

We know the starter was spinning the pump before we discovered why it wouldn't start...so we feel that is why we're out of time.

The engine starts fine, but is sluggish, throttle response is slow.

Would appreciate your thoughts, or referral to someone who could help.

Thank you. Ken Yow 910-783-5833 yowk1@rtmc.net

Re: Oliver 1365 Timing after injection pump failure

Posted by Arnie on October 8, 2018, 7:10 am, in reply to "Oliver 1365 Timing after injection pump failure"

You had the pump rebuilt so it should be OK assuming all the filters are ok, good supply pump, and no restrictions anywhere in the fuel supply system. The injection pump is lubed by the fuel so maybe the head seized because of low incoming fuel or a fuel quality problem. That may be why it runs badly after the pump rebuild. White smoke is lean. Black smoke is

rich. When the engine is at operating temp the smoke should be around light gray. You are describing a timing problem. Try to find a manual.

Re: Oliver 1365 Timing after injection pump failure

Posted by Kenneth Yow on October 11, 2018, 10:18 am, in reply to "Re: Oliver 1365 Timing after injection pump failure"

Thanks Arnie. Will follow through.

Re: Oliver 1365 Timing after injection pump failure

Posted by larry arsin on November 6, 2018, 12:21 pm, in reply to "Re: Oliver 1365 Timing after injection pump failure"

I agree with Arnie's advice. You can get a Manual for your tractor from the Floyd County Museum in Charles City, IA 641-228-1099. www.fchs@fiai.ne Larry

Oliver ann arbor pickup baler

Posted by Bert Stoeser on October 2, 2018, 6:05 pm

bertstoeser@hotmail.com

Oliver Ann Arbor pickup baler

Posted by Bert Stoeser on October 1, 2018, 9:06 pm

I am looking for any available information about restoring this baler