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Great question... The donor tractor is a two wheel drive L245. I mentioned that I have an L275DT (that I am planning to install the loader on). In addition I already own an additional third tractor, an L245DT (four wheel drive tractor). My work area is very hilly, so having a third tractor which...

That is very encouraging as well! Thank you for the info! B.

That is very encouraging, thank you! B.

The goal of this project is to remove a L1200 FEL from a donor L245 (2wd) and install the L1200 FEL on a L275DT (4wd)... I am looking for any topical advice on what I need for supply / parts before I move forward. One immediate need that I was told, is that I will need a hydraulic block that...

QUICK UPDATE: I tried loosening the gas cap, unfortunately no effect. I noticed it is not vented, the same problem persists even when vented. I tried to blow out debris from the back of the radiator, but a lot of stuff (fan and cowling) prevented me from doing a good job, so I'll remove radiator...

Clean and pressure test radiator, will do! I will also check the fuel cap vent (the possibility of a partial vacuum never occurred to me, but with the symptoms, I can imagine it. I will pull the fuel line to check for good fuel flow out of the tank. I replaced the air filter this spring but...

It does not seem to be overheating (no whistle, no boil over, no loss of coolant fluid), but I will check deeper to be sure. I did replace the radiator new two years ago, but I will drain and have it pressure tested to be sure. I also just bought a 160 degree thermostat, and am about to install...

I bought an L245DT six years ago. Its been great tractor for me, I love it. With exception of this issue, it runs very strong and has been very reliable. About 2 years ago it started losing power when it gets hot under load (with PTO engaged running brush hog for half hour cutting weeds). The...