Posted by ss55 on December 05, 2023 at 10:00:57 from (96.42.227.92):
In Reply to: John deere 4020 LP posted by greasemonkey9519 on December 05, 2023 at 07:04:29:
is storing the tractors inside better to mitigate the premature failure of parts or is tarping them off completely good enough? If you live in a dry desert climate a tarp can be adequate. In most other climates storage under roof is preferred. If the engines are not stuck yet, periodically crank over the non-running engines to prevent the piston rings from rusting tight to the sleeves (stuck engine). A teaspoon of engine oil or fogging oil can also help to keep the engines free.
What is a good interval to check fluids or drain fluids and what is the amount of use recommended to check/change fluids? The crankcase and transmission sump will breath air in and out with every temperature change, drawing water vapor in that can condense inside the tractors. You can drain off excess condensation when the tractors have been parked a few days by cracking the drain plugs loose enough to drip. Oil floats on top of water so the water drips out first. Tighten the drain plug when oil starts to drip out. Hydraulic fluid will absorb some water until it is saturated. Water in hydraulic fluid can break down the wet brake linings and wet power shift linings, releasing debris into the hydraulic system. This is discussed every few months on these forums, you can scan the archives to read earlier discussions.
If the tractors have been hauled in from a warmer climate it is worth checking the engine coolant concentration freeze point, and any fluid ballast in the tires. A cracked engine block, split radiator or split tire caused by freeze can be expensive to replace.
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