Hello from S.W. Ontario

steadfast · Post by **steadfast** » Fri Dec 10, 2021 5:44 pm

I just picked up a 1980 Case 446 today. I am quite impressed with the clever designs and engineering that has gone into these tractors.
There is a couple of things that need some TLC. A paint job for starters, front pivot pin kit, the rear hitch kit is missing and the steering pinion/rack is sloppy. Is there a place in Canada where parts for these tractors can be had? If not here then the US.

Eugen · Post by **Eugen** » Fri Dec 10, 2021 6:39 pm

Welcome to the forum! And congrats on getting the 446! There are a bunch of us from Ontario, the maritimes and the US. I personally looked hard for a source of parts in Canada and never could find one. There are at least three vendors in the US that carry a wide varietate of both OEM and after market. They have a presence on this forum. They also have been helping many of us with troubleshooting our tractors. Just make sure they ship using USPS to avoid the large brokerage charges of commercial carriers.

For used parts you might have luck with spares that members here might have.

Timj · Post by **Timj** » Fri Dec 10, 2021 6:56 pm

@steadfast Welcome to the forum.

glad to have you here and congratulations on your 446. They are a great tractor and with care will be around for years to come. We have some very knowledgeable members here, always ready to help. Post some pics when you have time and enjoy your new toy.

Tim

Chad · Post by **Chad** » Fri Dec 10, 2021 7:22 pm

Welcome steadfast! Congrats on your 446. Lots of great people here as others have mentioned and lots of great support. Be careful with these machines as they have a tendency to multiply... As Eugen has mentioned many US dealers have parts you can order along with expert advice.

Post some pics when you are able!

Chad

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Gordy · Post by **Gordy** » Fri Dec 10, 2021 7:39 pm

steadfast,
Hello and welcome to the group

If you have question don't hesitate to ask, someone will have an answer

Gordy

Post by **Spike188** » Fri Dec 10, 2021 8:43 pm

Steadfast

We are glad that you found this site. Check out the manuals section and do not be afraid to ask questions. The skill sets of our members run deep and varied. Bearings can be sourced locally but you will find that belts from our dealers are worth the bring up from south of the border.

Eugen's post in the Forum section has some good pointers on how to post photos and attachments.

viewtopic.php?f=3&t=25

Spike :creeper:

Seabee · Post by **Seabee** » Fri Dec 10, 2021 8:55 pm

Welcome to the site Steadfast!

I used to work for a company out of New Hamburg years ago and got to see a lot of your Province> Nice area!

I live in Coldwater, Michigan and have more of these things than I know what to do with. Ask away and get answers.

Bill Moyer

DavidBarkey · Post by **DavidBarkey** » Sat Dec 11, 2021 7:36 am

Welcome to the group of nut Cases , or was that Case nuts . I can never remember . The big wheel tractors are amazing beasts . Tell us about yourself , ie, your skill set , tools and shop you have at you disposal . This will help the members advise you on maintenance and repairs .
As you know the tractor is 40 years old and being new to you , there are some things other than what you mentioned to look for .
If you have not done so already .
Pressure wash all old dirt and oil top to bottom so you can check for leaks .
Change the rear axle , hydraulic , and engine oils .
Do a compression test for base line .
Check the clutch air gap.
Check the brake band for wear , delaminating , and adjustment .
Check front wheel bearings.
Pull side covers on the engine and check for oily dirt build up on the fins .
Make sure the oil filter Air seal is there if not Buy one the a re cheap and will save the valve seats.
You already mentioned the steering parts .
Like all things 40+ years old , it going to need a little love .
But a little love now will bring great joy later.
What attachments do you have and what are your plans for the tractor ?

It is nice to see another one saved .

Dave

steadfast · Post by **steadfast** » Sat Dec 11, 2021 4:25 pm

DavidBarkey wrote: ↑Sat Dec 11, 2021 7:36 am Welcome to the group of nut Cases , or was that Case nuts . I can never remember . The big wheel tractors are amazing beasts . Tell us about yourself , ie, your skill set , tools and shop you have at you disposal . This will help the members advise you on maintenance and repairs .
As you know the tractor is 40 years old and being new to you , there are some things other than what you mentioned to look for .
If you have not done so already .
Pressure wash all old dirt and oil top to bottom so you can check for leaks .
Change the rear axle , hydraulic , and engine oils .
Do a compression test for base line .
Check the clutch air gap.
Check the brake band for wear , delaminating , and adjustment .
Check front wheel bearings.
Pull side covers on the engine and check for oily dirt build up on the fins .
Make sure the oil filter Air seal is there if not Buy one the a re cheap and will save the valve seats.
You already mentioned the steering parts .
Like all things 40+ years old , it going to need a little love .
But a little love now will bring great joy later.
What attachments do you have and what are your plans for the tractor ?

It is nice to see another one saved .

Dave

Hi Dave. Ummm, Well... I 'm 58 in a month, I grew up on a farm milking cows before and after school, a short stint in the military, spent 32 years as a tool and die maker/designer, now I am a self employed Timber framer. Obviously, I live on a rural property, I have a 32x48 work shop, I just bought a small saw mill to play with in the off season, I go in the bush every winter to cut my own firewood which heats my home. I deer hunt in the fall and I enjoy target shooting on my back yard rifle range. Not your typical Canadian as I don't care for hockey or any other sport save golf which I will play a couple times a year.
For this tractor, I plan to use for pulling my lawn roller as it is too heavy for my belt drive Kubota lawn tractor. Also I will use it for toting the log splitter, utility trailer and what ever else. For bigger jobs I have a Kubota B2650 with a loader that has a box scraper on it all summer and a snow blower on the three point hitch all winter.
I don't have any attachments for the tractor and the first thing I'd like to get is that rear lifting hitch. Other than that, A total rebuild would be in order.

Gordy · Post by **Gordy** » Sat Dec 11, 2021 9:49 pm

Yep, professional sports is like porn, those who can do it, those who can't watch

Although I like hockey, tune in a game on the clock radio by the bed and I am out in less than 10 minutes

Gordy

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