Category:
Agricultural Tractor Service Manual
Target Audience:
Tractor owners, mechanics, agricultural service providers
Value Proposition:
Provides comprehensive DIY repair and maintenance capabilities for a classic tractor
Comprehensiveness:
Detailed repair procedures and specifications essential for maintaining operational efficiency
Resource Type:
Essential technical documentation for preserving and restoring vintage machinery
Engine:
Detailed overhaul, troubleshooting, specifications for gasoline, diesel, and LP gas variants
Transmission:
All transmission types (e.g., manual, power director), clutch, PTO, differential, final drives
Hydraulics:
Hydraulic pump, lift system (3-point hitch), external hydraulics, control valve, cylinders, fluid specifications
Electrical System:
Starter, generator/alternator, battery, ignition system, lighting, wiring diagrams, troubleshooting
Fuel System:
Carburetor (gasoline/LP), injection pump (diesel), filters, fuel tank, lines
Cooling System:
Radiator, fan, water pump, thermostat, coolant specifications
Braking System:
Brake mechanisms, linkages, adjustments, hydraulic fluid specifications
Steering System:
Manual and power steering systems, components, hydraulic fluid specifications
Front Axle And Suspension:
Kingpins, tie rods, wheel bearings, adjustments
Rear Axle:
Differential, axle shafts, bearings, lubrication
Body And Frame:
Sheet metal, fenders, platform, mounting points, chassis integrity
Maintenance:
Scheduled servicing, lubrication, filter changes, fluid top-offs
Troubleshooting:
Systematic diagnosis of common and uncommon problems with flowcharts and symptom guides
Repair:
Step-by-step instructions for component removal, disassembly, inspection, repair, and reassembly
Rebuilds:
Comprehensive procedures for engine, transmission, and hydraulic system overhauls
Adjustments:
Valve lash, clutch, brake, PTO engagement, linkage adjustments
Depth:
Complete Overhaul and Rebuild
Diagnostic Capability:
Advanced diagnostics for all major systems, including electrical and hydraulic testing
Specifications Detail:
Torque values, clearances, tolerances, fluid capacities, timing specifications
Engine Type Options:
Gasoline, Diesel, LPG (Liquefied Petroleum Gas)
Gasoline Engine Displacement:
Typically 220-265 cubic inches (e.g., Waukesha X256 for later models)
Diesel Engine Displacement:
Typically 265 cubic inches (e.g., Allis-Chalmers 262, Perkins)
Horsepower Gasoline:
Approx. 45-55 PTO HP (varies by series and engine)
Horsepower Diesel:
Approx. 50-60 PTO HP (varies by series and engine)
Carburetor Gasoline:
Marvel-Schebler, Zenith (model specific)
Injection Pump Diesel:
Bosch, Roosa Master (model specific)
Cooling Type:
Liquid-cooled
Ignition Type:
Spark ignition (gasoline/LP), Compression ignition (diesel)
Gearbox Type:
Constant mesh manual transmission
Number Of Gears:
Typically 6 forward, 2 reverse
Power Director:
Available on most models, providing an additional 4 forward and 1 reverse gear set with clutchless shifting under load.
Pto Type:
540 RPM rear PTO, optional 1000 RPM
Pto Engagement:
Live PTO (with Power Director) or ground-speed PTO
Engine Oil Change:
Every 100-150 hours or annually
Transmission Oil Change:
Every 500-750 hours or annually
Hydraulic Fluid Change:
Every 500-750 hours or annually
Engine Oil Type:
API CD or higher, SAE 30 or 10W-30 (diesel), SAE 20W-30 or 10W-30 (gasoline) - refer to manual for exact spec by serial number/engine.
Transmission Oil Type:
Allis-Chalmers Type 2 (or equivalent UTF/Tractor Hy-Tran)
Hydraulic Fluid Type:
Allis-Chalmers Type 2 (or equivalent UTF/Tractor Hy-Tran)
Coolant Type:
Ethylene Glycol based, 50/50 mix with distilled water
Grease Type:
Lithium Complex EP Grease
Common Wear Points:
Clutch, PTO clutch (if equipped), hydraulic pump and seals, front end components (tie rods, kingpins), radiator leaks.
Engine Specific:
Carburetor adjustment/wear, diesel injection pump timing, head gasket leaks on gasoline engines.
Transmission Specific:
Wear in gearbox, Power Director engagement issues, seal leaks.
Manufacturer:
Allis-Chalmers Manufacturing Company
Established:
1847 (as a foundry, expanded into farm equipment later)
Production Years:
D-17: 1957-1967 (across three series: 150, 160, 170)
Series Changes:
Series I (1957-1959), Series II (1959-1961), Series III (1961-1967) with engine, transmission, and hydraulic updates.
Manufacturing Locations:
Mainly Milwaukee, Wisconsin, USA
