Case 580K Backhoe Maintenance - Oil, Fuel, and Transmission

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[@rickye7738]

Not a toad! Like I told my wife: Toads jump 3in, frogs jump 3 feet. 😂

[@IndyFarmLife]

That's a good little tidbit to know!

[@jjclarkson3261]

Simple and effective at a relaxing pace. Perfect video, thanks!

[@IndyFarmLife]

Thank you! I appreciate your input today. I saw your email and will likely follow up in more detail as I get into things. Viewers like you are what make this all worth it.

[@SpicerDesignsLLC]

A lot of work and money to keep that thing purring. Good job buddy.

[@IndyFarmLife]

Thanks Kyle! I think I actually may have found an issue this week. Could be much more work and money ha

[@jjclarkson3261]

@@IndyFarmLife I've had mine about 20 years. Give a shout on your problem

[@IndyFarmLife]

JJ, I haven't opened up the transaxle yet, but my suspicion is that I lost a tooth on the final drive. Any experience?

[@jjclarkson3261]

@@IndyFarmLife The back rear wheel has a poor design in the Phase I models. It wears the teeth or breaks the gear. Can't say that is your problem, but it acts just like you describe. Replaced it around 2006 with a stronger aftermarket version, no problems since. Just keep your speed down on roads.

[@IndyFarmLife]

Thanks for the info. It never sees the road and rarely goes more than 7 mph around our property. I may pick your brain more as I get into it. An aftermarket, better solution would be great!

[@daves7525]

Thorough Video on 580K Maintenance...BUT...it's so much easier if you raised the loader, put the safety bar in place on the cylinder, and then raise the hood...

[@IndyFarmLife]

I don't disagree, but if I can get it done and minimize as much risk as I can, I'm going that route. I also greased everything on the front end.

[@haziqariffin9866]

0:45 I'd love how previous case backhoe K/L model crank sound

[@IndyFarmLife]

It sure is a nice sound!!

[@Myhosi]

I paint the zerk fittings with bright neon color so I can find mine.

[@IndyFarmLife]

^^^This guy is smarter than I! Good advice

[@johnschoonover4456]

Step one: Rise loader frame and set the safety strut.

[@clydewater]

HI, Great videos, I just bought today a 580K and I have some maintenance to do, so your videos have been very helpful. Did you do a video on putting in generic gauges? I saw in one of your videos you mentioned you were going to change them out, but I couldn’t find a video if you made one. Thanks for the excellent job

[@IndyFarmLife]

Nice! You will love that machine! Good attention to detail! Sadly, I have not gotten around to installing said gauges. I still need to. Although, now I think I am having some transmission issues. That fix will certainly take priority. Good luck with your machine. At some point I'll get those gauges (and a video) installed.

[@carlaluzar8935]

What size ellen wrench to take off transmission oil plug? (Drain plug)? Thank you, great video!! 😊

[@charlestaylor2480]

Are you planning on turning it into an extendedahoe and get more bucket's

[@IndyFarmLife]

I don't think I will go to the trouble of adding the extendahoe. I would love that, but a lot of work/cost. I do have a 24" and 12" bucket for it.

[@OneEyeCustoms]

Cross thread it and go until you dent the oil can. Lmao

[@IndyFarmLife]

Haha. Who else can relate? 🤣

[@alfonsovazquez5511]

Did you ever make a video on the fuel filters because I’ve got a 580k also and replaced the fuel filters now it won’t turn on tried bleeding it but I don’t really know the bleed process and can’t get it to turn on anymore

[@johnoler357]

Seems like Case 580s have a lot more problems than other brands in the same weight class. Transmission problems seem like the topic at the top of the list. The question I have is how does this transmission differ among the other brands? Who has the simplest most rugged transmission on the market? After seeing what is involved with a Case transmission, I would not buy a used one. Does anyone have any advice about Deere, CAT, Kubota, Hitachi, Massey Fergeson? Which one would you choose among old used machines in the $3000 to $6000 range that have transmission, engine and hydraulic pump problems?

[@chargermopar]

That engine sounds just like the Cummins in my wood chipper! SO you have hot weather now just like Florida?

[@IndyFarmLife]

It's a solid motor! Hot today/this coming week! Will hit 90! At the Indy 500 today! 😎

[@chargermopar]

@@IndyFarmLife Nice and I am happy you have summer weather finally, time to hang out on your private beach!

[@IndyFarmLife]

Yes!! The beach is actually getting a face-lift this week too. More to come!

[@doormanfoc]

Do you pour the transmission fluid down the tube with the dip stick?

[@IndyFarmLife]

Yup!

[@uberneyhernandezvasquez-jh9si]

Hello gentleman, what transmission does that retro have

[@wizzie1002]

1.2 liter inline 4

[@luccalamma2777]

can you please point the engine numbers? tq