Deere Mack Posted March 6, 2014 Share Posted March 6, 2014 Good morning! Got a box of parts sitting in the floor and need some tips before I start. Got to repair a leaking coolant plug. To do so I've got to remove the oil cooler for the first time. I'm sure to run into some Texas tea, but what else should I expect and any tips would be highly appreciated. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Deere Mack Posted March 6, 2014 Author Share Posted March 6, 2014 That easy hunh.....well here goes nothing, wish me luck! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thomastractorsvc Posted March 6, 2014 Share Posted March 6, 2014 have you torn into it yet? Quote Robert"I reject your reality and substitute my own." Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Deere Mack Posted March 6, 2014 Author Share Posted March 6, 2014 lol....not yet. Researching other stuff. I'm trying to certify myself in procrastinating projects.....I'm almost there.. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thomastractorsvc Posted March 6, 2014 Share Posted March 6, 2014 pretty straight forwardShould be a "removable bundle" inside need to take off and inspect, test submerged with 80psi air. Has a large o-ring and couple paper gaskets. End cap and inlet, should be torqued to 13 ft lbs. Quote Robert"I reject your reality and substitute my own." Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Deere Mack Posted March 6, 2014 Author Share Posted March 6, 2014 Thank you sir! The parts man did give me the gaskets and o rings. He didn't have much to say though, it just showed them on his parts diagram when I ask for them. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
39 Baby Mack Posted March 6, 2014 Share Posted March 6, 2014 The bundle goes back in in a certain position so the oil flows all the way through the cooler.If you look at the end with the flange on it you will notice one side has a small notch cut in the edge.This notched side should be installed pointing toward of the top of the housing in line with the oil tubes.Ron Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Deere Mack Posted March 10, 2014 Author Share Posted March 10, 2014 Hello men, I finally got around to this job today. Someone please tell me how I'm supposed to remove this plug to replace the o ring. Is there a special tool? I've tried several things and I can't budge it. Here's a pick of the leaky one and a new one I picked up just in case I needed it. It's about two inches wide. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Deere Mack Posted March 10, 2014 Author Share Posted March 10, 2014 Beleive I found my answer here.....draglink http://www.bigmacktrucks.com/index.php?/topic/16960-core-plug-problem/?hl=%2Bblock+%2Bplug Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thomastractorsvc Posted March 10, 2014 Share Posted March 10, 2014 I broke one so I made a flat driver out of an old chisel cut it short and use it with a socket. I use it to remove the mounting screws on the floor/foot plate of older JD tractors, I usually need to use an impact because of the rust/corrosion. It seems to hold up well under that kind of stress. Quote Robert"I reject your reality and substitute my own." Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Deere Mack Posted March 10, 2014 Author Share Posted March 10, 2014 yeah I'm hoping parts stores right now Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Deere Mack Posted March 10, 2014 Author Share Posted March 10, 2014 maybe this will work! patent pending..... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Deere Mack Posted March 10, 2014 Author Share Posted March 10, 2014 Awwww Yea! The tool I fabed up worked perfect! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
j hancock Posted March 10, 2014 Share Posted March 10, 2014 Now you are just showing off. 1 Quote JimIt doesn't cost anything to pay attention. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MACKS Posted March 10, 2014 Share Posted March 10, 2014 Don't ya just love it when one of your ideas actually works out... 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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Deere Mack Posted March 11, 2014 Author Share Posted March 11, 2014 lol.....I've got to admit guys, I was feeling somewhat proud of that little gadget. After driving around town for a couple hours hitting the parts stores and everyone looking at me like I was crazy. I ended up at Tractor supply, love that place. And the rest is history....Ron and Robert, I really appricate your help and support on this project! Hope I can return the favor one day!Chris Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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