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[Iowa Barber]

I have a question for you Case experts. I have just been given a case 580CK backhoe/loader for the hauling. The engine is stuck. I think it is the G188D diesel engine #2655310. My question is what else can be holding the head down when I have removed the 19 head bolts and nuts and the three bolts in the water housing? I'm stuck and so is the head. Thank you for any help, Brian

 

[John Saeli]

That's quite a gift!! If you haven't done so, already, the water pump needs to come out, & tucked away in behind, is a bolt, w/ a hole drilled through it, holding the housing to the head.

 

[Iowa Barber]

John,
Thanks for the reply. I was trying to get by not removing the radiator as the loader makes it hard to get to. I havea manual coming but thought it must be something hidden. Thank you for the info. It is a rough machine but fixable. Thanks again. Brian

 

[Adirondack case guy]

John has it nailed down, That hidden hollow 5/8"stud hidden in the back of the water punp housing gets every mechanic out there if he is not a Case guy.
Loren

 

[Iowa Barber]

Loren,
I appreciate your interest, thank you. I have farmed with mostly Case equipment. We were in the automotive repair business also and at the age of 72 am still learning and not to proud to ask for advice from those that have experience in another fieled. Thanks again. Brian

 

[Iowa Barber]

This is to John or Loren. I did as you suggested and removed the radiator and water pump. What a pia that was. Found the threaded place inside where the bolt you were talking about, was supposed to be, but no hollow bolt. Does this need to replaced when I replace the head? The gaskets and studs were what was holding the head tight. Did not want to break anything. Thanks again, Brian