1st Tractor..... some questions

[Anonymous-0]

I have a Cockshutt 1355 diesel and yes it is my first tractor, intended asa working tractor. I have lots to learn.

First as winter approaches, does the 1355 have a block heater? I work with a retired mechanic at a gas bar and he said it did, when he saw a cresent shaped, looked like about 6-8 pin femal plug. If the plug isn't part of the block heater, thgen anyone tell me what it is?

Second if it doesn't have the block heater, any recommendations?

 

[Daniel Ky]

The plug you described is not for a block heater, and I do not know what it is for. A block heater will have a male three prong end like an extension cord.

 

[MH]

Doesn't sound like a block heater to me, can you post a picture, I bet somebody on here can ID it.

 

[rrlund]

If you can find a soft plug in the block,most any auto parts store should have a block heater that goes in in its place.

 

[Anonymous-0]

Also remember this is a Fiat built tractor and everything is METRIC. Next it has a starting aid called a thermostarter. Make sure it works good. They help. More questions?

 

[gray allen]

Well actually I am haveing a hard time starting tractor. People are saying that I need a 1000 amps cranking power. Somebody else says that I should clean the flywheel on the starter. A neighbour looked at the starter and there was a blue silicone sealant around the housing. What do you think?