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  1. K

    JD 3020: Brass filings in oil

    I will talk to the owner. Email me at [email protected] with particulars.
  2. K

    JD 3020: Brass filings in oil

    The tractor is in Iowa. Not sure how much she wants to spend on it. Won't rule it out, though. Depends on how badly things are damaged & cost to repair vs. replacement.
  3. K

    JD 3020: Brass filings in oil

    Thanks. Gives me a place to start.
  4. K

    JD 3020: Brass filings in oil

    Thanks. Figured it had to do with bearings, but wasn't sure which were more likely. Are all those made of brass?
  5. K

    JD 3020: Brass filings in oil

    Trying to help a friend with her early-model JD 3020 gas. Engine will run, but knocks badly (so shut down to prevent further damage). Drained crankcase and ran oil through coffee filter. Found small brass filings. What is the most likely source of brass? Would like some idea of what we are...
  6. K

    Best Fuel for JD 3020 Gasser

    Thanks everyone, for the comments, and especially for the reasoning behind your choices. I know the people on the YT forums know a lot more than I do about old tractor engines. I always learn something from this group.
  7. K

    Best Fuel for JD 3020 Gasser

    If I stick to no-alcohol gas, do you think the 91 octane is too hot for this age engine? It is actually cheaper than the 87 octane at the local Casey's.
  8. K

    Best Fuel for JD 3020 Gasser

    Thanks. Back then, the gas also had lead in it as well. The 10% ethanol is definitely the cheapest around here, just know some people don't like to burn it in older engines.
  9. K

    Best Fuel for JD 3020 Gasser

    What are the negative consequences of burning either 87 octane with 10% ethanol or 91 octane with 0% alcohol in a 1965 John Deere 3020 gas engine? Those are the only grades available at the local co-op. Can get alcohol-free 87 octane at local gas station, but it is more expensive than either of...
  10. K

    Head Bolts on JD 3020

    Thanks, I will try that.
  11. K

    Head Bolts on JD 3020

    Thanks. I know this engine has been overhauled at least once because it has M&W pistons (which need to be replaced along with the sleeves). I understand the philosophy of replacing head bolts as a matter of practice, but they aren't cheap, and I am trying to save my friend as much money as...
  12. K

    Head Bolts on JD 3020

    Am helping a friend replace wet sleeves on her JD 3020 gas engine. Wondering if it is OK to reuse the head bolts or purchase new ones. What do you look for to determine if a head bolt is stretched or too worn to reuse?
  13. K

    Hydraulic Control Adjustment

    Thanks for the link. I tried to access your information from links posted on previous discussions of hydraulics, but they all took me to dead-end websites. Will be in touch.
  14. K

    Hydraulic Control Adjustment

    Have a '51 8N. Replaced cam-following pin on hydraulic system, and adjusted length of springs on draft and position controls while I had the lift cover off. Replaced lift cover and tried to adjust lift control arm relative to touch control lever as described in FO-4 manual. It says to move...
  15. K

    Need rocker lever for hydraulic pump

    I thought I replied to your question, but I do not see it appearing anywhere. The part number is 643 and can be seen on the illustration of the hydraulic pump in the service manual (F-04).
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