[Farmall] (no subject)

[Mike Sloane]

To Jim's point, the TA on my 560 doesn't work, and I have tried 
adjusting it by following the directions to no avail. The TA in my 340 
works perfectly, and I have never touched it. So I completely agree with 
his suggestion to "not fix what ain't broke". Since the the 560's 
clutch disc and rear main engine seal are both due for replacement, I 
suspect I will end up rebuilding/replacing the TA when ever I get a 
round tuit.

Mike

Jim Becker wrote:
> Kevin,
> Basic equipment on that tractor included one Hydra-Touch valve.  Two or 
> three were options.
> 
> A couple comments on clutch/TA adjustment:
> 1) First off, clutch free play is the distance the pedal moves down before 
> the throwout bearing contacts the fingers.  Based on your description, it 
> has too little.  You want to increase it, not decrease it.
> 2) Adjusting that linkage can be tricky.  I have had several good IH 
> mechanics tell me that they have never been able to adjust one by following 
> the instructions.  They just "work at it" until it all works.  I suspect 
> worn linkage causes or at least contributes to this situation.  If the 
> clutch and TA work, you can shift gears and there is ANY free play, it is 
> probably best left alone.  (Disclaimer, I've never tried adjusting one 
> myself.)
> 
> Jim Becker
>