Just bought a 6140, I think...

At least that's what it's supposed to be. The seller bought it from his friend, the tractor used to belong to his friend's father, the father died, family sold everything. Before the father died, the sons used the tractor for plowing the driveway. The snowplow they put on it wouldn't allow the hood to swing forward to open, so they removed the hood and used it that way. When it came time to sell, no one could recall what happened to that hood, so the buyer (seller to me) made a pretty much dead-on replica of the hood. But, just remove the two bolts acting as hinge pins and remove the hood; however, it's heavy and not a practical matter.

The tractor runs and drives fine, I have a list of things that need fixing and a list of things that would be nice to put back together properly but aren't a problem now. For what I paid, including having it delivered to farm 87 miles away, I felt really guilty. But I'm pretty well over it already. :D Went out yesterday afternoon, by 6:15 it was at the farm and being groomed and inspected like a mountain gorilla.

First off, the reason I say "I think" I bought a 6140 is because I only have the seller's word and a few old phone photos on his phone to go by. According to Tractordata the serial number is supposed to be on the left side of the fuel tank - but, nothing's there.

My first order of business is to get a manual (no one seemed to remember where that was, either), but - for a 6140, or -- ? Anyways, I have to get some photos to post and then maybe someone can chime in on what to look for, etc.

As for the lift arm balls, they're missing. Along with the retainers. Suggestions? Thank you!

- Tim

Congratulations! Question on them. Who built them for Allis?

Tractordata says manufactured by Allis Chalmers, engine by Toyosha, and on more than one casting I saw "TOYODA" - does that mean it's Yoda's Toy in Yoda-speak??? OK sorry about that one. :) But the castings do read TOYODA. Not Toyosha, not Toyota. Toyoda. Things that make you go "hmmmm..."

Not much data that I can find. Massey Ferguson had a model of the same number and that's what clogs the searches I've tried.

Massey equivalent was the 10 series, 1010 1020 1030

DiyDave, thanks for the Massey equivalent reference, I've seen those models as well as the 1040 and 1045 models referred to as "equivalents" too, but they're all different engine sizes/HP ranging from 0.9L/16HP to 2.0L/35HP. But, the Allis 6140 is a 2.3L/45 (or 47, or 50HP depending on which charts you're looking at). It's confusing to me sometimes. Thanks again for that.

I got the Operator's Manual for it, it shows the serial number on the stamped plate located on the clutch housing, I found it and it's a 1982, and it's after the change from Cat I to Cat II 3-point hitch.

The only issues that it has:

1. The PTO clutch cable is missing. It LOOKS like I can get away with a heavy throttle or choke cable and route it properly, can someone confirm that? I can't find any kind of replacement online.

2. The Differential Lock Pedal... um, there is NOTHING, not a single word, in the Manual about it other than an illustration with a caption for it. It was/is in the upper (I presume disengaged) position, it took a LOT of force to move it down and then I had to use a prybar to move it back up. Inside, it seemed to be fine, just the external surface seemed to be the problem. I have no idea about it other than my guesses. It actually seems like there should be a (HEAVY! lol) spring to keep it in the up position unless depressed by my foot, I can't imagine having to reach down and pull it up every time it's no longer needed.

3. The biggie, maybe: The Draft Control Rod Assembly/Overtravel Spring... I can take pics, but - in a nutshell, the end that connects to the tab attached to the 3-point hitch toplink attachment (assembly?) is broken off, and the other end that goes into the lift arm tower is just loose, the rod that goes into the housing can slide a little in and out. I'm not sure how to describe it other than that. maybe photos will clear it up. I'm not sure how big a deal it is to lose draft control...???

4. Missing hitch balls... it was supposed to come with two sets, one for Cat I and one for Cat II to interchange, but of course they're long gone along with the original hood. I can't find anything online anywhere for replacements. I'm thinking I'll have to get either weld-on's or weld-on repair ends. Any thoughts on a better way?

Also, as for fluids:

- I know it states to use a diesel engine oil, straight 30 weight, all-caps "DO NOT use multi-viscosity oils" in it. I plan on following that unless there's a reason not to.

- For the Transmission & Hydraulic (and, given that is takes 42.3 quarts, I presume the differential as well?), it says to use Allis-Chalmers Power Fluid 821, what are other equivalents for this? Anything generic, or should I try to find a dealer if this brand is still available? The same is also recommended for the power steering.

I know, maybe too many questions. I'm really hoping you guys can help.

Thanks for putting up with my whining and frustration!
- Tim

Oops, I forgot - the lights... I don't know how much wiring is still there. The headlights disappeared with the hood. But, the back lights are missing too. Recommended replacements & sources?

Thanks again!

Tim, take a look at similar HP kubotas, they have a similar draft linkage, as you describe.  You might be able to bodge something up out of one of them.  As to the PTo Linkage, search vernier control cables, I used one I got from Granger's for a throttle cable to replace a bogus linkage that my grey market Kubota had and failed.  Cost me all of about $11.

Good morning.    May we see some pictures of this tractor?   Ross.

My NAPA numbers for the S126 engine are
Oil 1034
Fuel 3390
Donaldson air filter P181050

For Ross:







You can see the broken draft control rod below the right lift shaft and on the right of side of the lift shaft housing:


What I meant about the lift arm balls/sockets:






The hour meter does work:


That's it for now! Thanks again for all help.
- Tim

And yes, he painted it up... I really don't like when that's done, my opinion is that it's usually done to hide something. Kind of like putting lipstick on a pig. But meh, that'll do, pig...

My uncle has a 4000 ford and if i remember right the hitch balls he takes out when not in use and puts them in tool box. you might be able to look into something like that