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Paul in ND 
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 Topic: D17-4 Gas Gauge Question (w/photo)
Posted: 12 Jun 2010 at 5:53pm |
Today I took my none working gas gauge out hoping to fix it with a new float (based on another recent post). However, my gauge needle does not move as I manually rotate the float rod. What next? The gauge unit appears sealed--any way to fix? Does anyone rebuild these gauges or sell new ones (or working used ones). Thanks.
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michaelwis
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Posted: 12 Jun 2010 at 7:03pm |
put gas in it ...
sorry i couldnt resist ..
good luck !
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WD WD45 DIESEL D 14 D-15 SERIES 2 190XT TERRA TIGER ac allcrop 60 GLEANER F 6060 7040.and attachments for all Proud to be an active farmer
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Skyhighballoon(MO)
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Posted: 12 Jun 2010 at 7:12pm |
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Paul - I thought the gauges were magnetically coupled so there wasn't another seal of some kind required on the shaft. If so, it's possible the magnet on the back hooked to the shaft has become de-magnetized. Take some other kind of hand held magnet to the back of the gauge and see if you can get the needle to move. If you can, it's a matter of getting the back side re-magnetized. Not sure the best way to do that. Mike
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1981 Gleaner F2 Corn Plus w 13' flex
1968 Gleaner EIII w 10' & 330
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Gary(OR)
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Posted: 12 Jun 2010 at 8:26pm |
I had the same problem....the needle gets stuck after setting in one position for so long. In my case, it wasn't from becoming de-magnetized. I drilled a 1/16" hole at the bottom, front, just below the glass lense ....through the pot metal bezel. Sprayed some WD40, then a piece of wire through it to work it free. Did this seveal years ago and haven't had a problem with it since.
Hope this helps
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safetydon
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Posted: 12 Jun 2010 at 10:25pm |
I suggest contacting Hurtt Equipment ( www.hurttequipment.com). While I live in Illinois, I visit ND often for work and they have been very good and helpful to me with parts and help. I have a WD and on of my co-workers in ND farms with D-series AC's and Hurtt is where we both get our parts. I heard they sold the dealership but the website is still active.
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David Maddux
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Posted: 13 Jun 2010 at 8:48am |
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I have seen where Mark Heitman has them advertised in his ads. He would be a good guy to buy from. I thin he may advertise in Old Allis News. Someone else may have his phone number handy.
Dave.
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jiminnd
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Posted: 13 Jun 2010 at 9:08am |
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Hurttequipment was sold to Butler but is supposed to keep operating with the same staff, I think the change is effective July 1.
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pineyjd
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Posted: 14 Jun 2010 at 4:54pm |
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Try sandylake,Brenda had gauge for my I40/D10
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