I have finally picked up the newest addition to the farm, even though its not a john deere i guess the farmall 504 will have to do for now! lets put it to work!
You know what they say, if aint red leave it in the shed. Thats the rule on our farm. Now, if it isnt red and it is outside in the first place, no judgement. You gotta do what you gotta do.
Nice looking tractor and yes it's great to have your own. I'm currently without one myself but I'm looking for an International 504 Utility. Thanks for sharing and wish you the best with yours.
One thing ya need to know. The torque amplifier only needs to be operated in low range when pulling something and ya need more power. NEVER go from low range to high when going down a grade, you can blow the TA. It is normal for the tractor to free wheel in low range when going down a grade, won"t hold back. Keep the TA in high range "Forward"for normal operation.
Looks to be a pretty straight tractor and the engine sounds good. Good luck. Make sure you put that torque lever in the forward position when going down hill otherwise you will ruin the torque amplifier.
Left up =reverse left down 1st straight up2nd straight back 3rd right up 4th right back 5th . Ta lever back =low side of gears ta forward = high side of gears
I love vintage tractors and this looks like it should do a good job for what you want to do. The red paint and patina matches the baler real nice. Get the manual, study it a little, and you should be in good shape. Good luck.
Your video popped up in my recommended videos- first time watcher here. I had to laugh though because I recently purchased a new to me tractor (haven't made a video of it yet) and one of the tractors I was considering was the one you bought- came from Hoover tractor if I'm correct. I live in Northeast PA, so not too far away from there. You can get a reprinted manual from Peacefull Creek Manuals. I always buy the manual for any older tractor I purchase. So much useful info in them. Good luck with the tractor and I look forward to seeing more videos on it!
The 504 is a good starter tractor. But the early TAs didn't hold you back going down hills. So I don't remember if the 504 does. Check it out before you get a load that will push down hill and through a fence. Tom
Thanks for that advice! Definitely don’t wanna be going through fences ! I have noticed it does tend to speed up a tad going down hills and maybe that’s the governor not working properly
I bought my 62 504 last fall, havent used it for anything much yet. plan on watching you to see what I can learn. Will be useing mine on tractor ride, hay baler and brush hog. Mine has wide front but narrow front has some advantage too. Turns more sharp and quicker, parks closer to other tractors. I took old gen off and installed alternator.
If u can't get green then red is the next best thing. A bath and some TLC and it should do what u need. Dont forget to hit the glow plug before u start it.
NEVER EVER START A TRACTOR UNLESS YOU ARE SITTING IN THE SEAT!!!! No hate here just telling you it can go WRONG! My neighbor friend was killed doing just that. I'm a retired firefighter and I was called to that accident. I also farm, and one day you will get rid of your JD LOVE! 😁 If it ain't red leave it in the shed!! Again no hate here!!! Be safe and think safety!!
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You know what they say, if aint red leave it in the shed. Thats the rule on our farm. Now, if it isnt red and it is outside in the first place, no judgement. You gotta do what you gotta do.
Nice looking tractor and yes it's great to have your own. I'm currently without one myself but I'm looking for an International 504 Utility. Thanks for sharing and wish you the best with yours.
One thing ya need to know. The torque amplifier only needs to be operated in low range when pulling something and ya need more power. NEVER go from low range to high when going down a grade, you can blow the TA. It is normal for the tractor to free wheel in low range when going down a grade, won"t hold back. Keep the TA in high range "Forward"for normal operation.
This puts a smile on my face. You bought my colors. 504s are good IH tractor for what your gonna use it for
I prefer green but it will definitely get the job done for me! 😁
Looks to be a pretty straight tractor and the engine sounds good. Good luck. Make sure you put that torque lever in the forward position when going down hill otherwise you will ruin the torque amplifier.
Thanks for the tip! I’m hoping it serves me well!
Left up =reverse left down 1st straight up2nd straight back 3rd right up 4th right back 5th . Ta lever back =low side of gears ta forward = high side of gears
You have one good International Tractor , find a manual and take good care of it .
I’m definitely going to try my best to make it nice!
I love vintage tractors and this looks like it should do a good job for what you want to do. The red paint and patina matches the baler real nice. Get the manual, study it a little, and you should be in good shape. Good luck.
Thanks for the words of wisdom!
Your video popped up in my recommended videos- first time watcher here. I had to laugh though because I recently purchased a new to me tractor (haven't made a video of it yet) and one of the tractors I was considering was the one you bought- came from Hoover tractor if I'm correct. I live in Northeast PA, so not too far away from there. You can get a reprinted manual from Peacefull Creek Manuals. I always buy the manual for any older tractor I purchase. So much useful info in them. Good luck with the tractor and I look forward to seeing more videos on it!
Yup it was Hoovers! Thanks for watching!
The 504 is a good starter tractor. But the early TAs didn't hold you back going down hills. So I don't remember if the 504 does. Check it out before you get a load that will push down hill and through a fence. Tom
Thanks for that advice! Definitely don’t wanna be going through fences ! I have noticed it does tend to speed up a tad going down hills and maybe that’s the governor not working properly
There not ment to be use for that in the first place,,,, thats what screws them up ,,, there not a brake,,,
I have a 504 66 vintage wide front. I use mine for running the wood processor and tractor rides. The only draw back is verrrrry slow reverse.
Sometimes I wish this was a wide front however then it’s more parts to go wrong I guess
I bought my 62 504 last fall, havent used it for anything much yet. plan on watching you to see what I can learn. Will be useing mine on tractor ride, hay baler and brush hog. Mine has wide front but narrow front has some advantage too. Turns more sharp and quicker, parks closer to other tractors. I took old gen off and installed alternator.
It’s definitely going to be a learning experience! I will also be running a baler with it so we will see how it works! Thanks for watching!!
If u can't get green then red is the next best thing. A bath and some TLC and it should do what u need. Dont forget to hit the glow plug before u start it.
Yeah needs a few minor things but so far so good! This one’s gas so no glow plug to worry about 😁😁
Good idea take Dad and Dad's check book 🤑
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Red is BETTER
It was a matter of time till this comment happened 😂
@@shaffershomestead really I do prefer Green {Oliver Green}
@@delberthammond9094 everyone has their favorites ! 😁
Deere is a sheet tractor.... much better red
NEVER EVER START A TRACTOR UNLESS YOU ARE SITTING IN THE SEAT!!!! No hate here just telling you it can go WRONG! My neighbor friend was killed doing just that. I'm a retired firefighter and I was called to that accident. I also farm, and one day you will get rid of your JD LOVE! 😁 If it ain't red leave it in the shed!! Again no hate here!!! Be safe and think safety!!
Thank you for that, things can and do happen fast! Sorry for your friend as well 😞