Oliver 550 radiator hoses

[Rufus048]

Trying to replace the radiator hoses and fan belt and inspect the engine side of the radiator on my 550. Should be an easy task, but fighting some rusted bolts. To minimize my pain, which pieces of the nose cap (sheet metal) need to be taken off? Does the whole thing need to be removed as a unit to gain access? Thx.

 

[SW3]

Remove hood, remove grill, remove 5 screws of back side of nose cone that are now visible with hood removed, remove two lower bolts holding sides now visible with grill removed, remove 4 side bolts from sides holding radiator in place, remove air cleaner tube, remove power steering cap, remove radiator cap. Front nose cone and sides come off as one piece. Lift up to remove.

 

[Rufus048]

Thanks for the very clear description. I should be off and running. Much appreciated!