I don't believe that engine pictured is a 3T motor.
Something has been in the crankshaft to cause a crack like that.
There is a plate on the other side of the engine thar can be removed to look inside.
That block can be welded.
You sure are attracted to some real pos.
maybe you should down size your dreams and avoid these nightmares.
Good luck
Bob

bulletpruf wrote:

Just like the title says, can this be fixed?  I haven't gone to look at it, so I'm not sure if there's water in the oil or vise versa.  Just wondering, in general, if this is fixable.  I realize if it can be fixed that it's a job for a skilled welder, of course.  I can stick weld, but I'd hire this out.

Thanks,

Scott

 

 

Looks like a rod left the crank at one time.. Ouch! 

Dandy wrote:

bulletpruf wrote:

Just like the title says, can this be fixed?  I haven't gone to look at it, so I'm not sure if there's water in the oil or vise versa.  Just wondering, in general, if this is fixable.  I realize if it can be fixed that it's a job for a skilled welder, of course.  I can stick weld, but I'd hire this out.

Thanks,

Scott
 
Looks like a rod left the crank at one time.. Ouch! 

That seems likely.  I asked the seller a few additional questions -- what caused the damage, has it been repaired, and is there water in the oil -- but he hasn't responded.  

I hope the seller tells you everything you need to know before you hand over $. A friend bought a tractor close by, and AFTER he paid, the seller rattled off a long list of things broken or wrong with the tractor... HUH? All of the newly gained cash apparently jogged him memory. Hahaha. Sad, but true.
Enjoy your new project, should you get it. JM

juiceman wrote:

I hope the seller tells you everything you need to know before you hand over $. A friend bought a tractor close by, and AFTER he paid, the seller rattled off a long list of things broken or wrong with the tractor... HUH? All of the newly gained cash apparently jogged him memory. Hahaha. Sad, but true.
Enjoy your new project, should you get it. JM

wow, ain't that the truth JMan...!   how much better their memory gets??
-the take away:
-ask a lot of questions, if you don't know, take somebody with you who does...
-if the answers are vague and evasive....not adding up....run...Forrest...run!!
-never be rushed or pushed into a pressure sale etc...
-and many more..
 

juiceman wrote:

I hope the seller tells you everything you need to know before you hand over $. A friend bought a tractor close by, and AFTER he paid, the seller rattled off a long list of things broken or wrong with the tractor... HUH? All of the newly gained cash apparently jogged him memory. Hahaha. Sad, but true.
Enjoy your new project, should you get it. JM

Well, the seller hasn't replied to my questions, so I'm not inclined to pursue it at this point.

Thanks

neil wrote:

I see you have a youtube channel. As you probably know, views come from overcoming adversity (the old "will it start" approach), so if you want the views, get the clunker with the cracked block and make a lot of episodes of how you got it going despite its flaws

Yep, it seems like folks enjoy watching you struggle.  Fortunately, there's plenty of struggling going on with the other tractor I'm looking at - D7D 17A.

Thanks

Scott

Bulletpruf: I had a moment to watch your YouTube video last night. Very nice.
As far as asking questions: I see no reason not to inquire. The latest D4 here? I bought it over the phone, and asked as much I deemed necessary; my driver (tracklayer nut in training) asked questions as well, and things did not add up. I did not get hurt by what I had already purchased, but would have been happier for a bit "more" transparency. I just have to smear extra lipstick on the pig to make it more attractive to me. Hahaha. JM

juiceman wrote:

Bulletpruf: I had a moment to watch your YouTube video last night. Very nice.
As far as asking questions: I see no reason not to inquire. The latest D4 here? I bought it over the phone, and asked as much I deemed necessary; my driver (tracklayer nut in training) asked questions as well, and things did not add up. I did not get hurt by what I had already purchased, but would have been happier for a bit "more" transparency. I just have to smear extra lipstick on the pig to make it more attractive to me. Hahaha. JM

Hi Juiceman - 

Glad you enjoyed the video.  I'll be more methodical and better informed for my next trip out there.

I hear you on transparency.  Dishonest people suck.  Period.

Thanks,

Scott