I just bought a 753. The previous owner says it uses 2 qt of oil every 10 hours. Smokes pretty good on startup. I'm guessing an engine rebuild or replacement is in the near future. Anybody have any trusted sources they care to recommend?
I have one local guy I talked to before purchasing that does quite a bit of work on older equipment like this. He actually has a 743 that he put a used engine in and he didn't think it would be that difficult to find an engine.
I probably won't run it for more than 100-150 hours per year. I currently have a Farmall 656 with a front end loader that this will be replacing. Main task is moving round bales. Secondary task is moving logs and fire wood and other general work around the property.
I have one local guy I talked to before purchasing that does quite a bit of work on older equipment like this. He actually has a 743 that he put a used engine in and he didn't think it would be that difficult to find an engine.
I probably won't run it for more than 100-150 hours per year. I currently have a Farmall 656 with a front end loader that this will be replacing. Main task is moving round bales. Secondary task is moving logs and fire wood and other general work around the property.