L245F Compression Test Results

[Mudball]

Front = 450
Middle= 445
Rear = 460
From what Ive read these are pretty good numbers. I think it might also match the newer looking hour meter of 553 hrs.
See any need to check the valve clearance right now ?
I couldnt find anything in WSM. How often (hours) do you check valve clearance ? Just when you start to have starting and/or running issues ?
Thanks for all the help.

 

[D2Cat]

Mudball, those numbers are way too high. You better double check!

Nope, you need something else to focus on, how about brakes? Are they working good?

 

[Mudball]

That was funny.
When I told my wife what you said she didnt laugh

Thanks for all the help.

 

[North Idaho Wolfman]

Mudball,
Go out to the shop/tractor and put the glow plugs and all the other parts back in and on the tractor and go USE IT!

 

[Mudball]

Yes I hope to.
I certainly apologize for all the questions Ive been asking. When I do something I like to try and do it right. Im not real familiar with the mechanics of tractors but enough to do what Ive done so far with the help of many people on here.
I hope the new glow plugs will be here today or tomorrow.
Thanks again

 

[D2Cat]

MB, glad to know you have a sense of humor!! You're doing it right, questions are good, and they help others who don't/won't ask.

When you install your new glow plugs, brush the threads with a light coat of anti-sieze. If you're not familiar with the product, be sure to wear latex gloves to keep it off your skin (or you won't be able to catch your wife!).

 

[Mudball]

That sounds great.
Thanks for the tip...
about my wife I mean.

Seriously I will pick some up because I dont think I have any more. I will have to look to be sure.
Thanks

 

[ShaunRH]

Yup, those are good compression numbers, there is nothing wrong with that engine in the compression department.