Solis H24 Compact Tractor 50hr Service!

[@hrlee1141]

Your videos are so easy to understand & follow. You explain everything very well. Great job Andrew.

[@TKCL]

Going back and watching older videos I see. Thank you for the support Mrs Lee.

[@hrlee1141]

@@TKCL always. You both are amazing people. You make my day.

[@hammerslap5639]

A tip from my grandpa. Get 2 cans of odd color spray paint, different colors. Take one color an spray a small dot easily visible anywhere that a grease zerk is located. Not on the zerk but for instance on the steering knuckle near the zerk etc. Makes finding them all easier so you don't forget one. Second color is used on drain plugs especially where more than one plug exists for any one unit like those saddle pans

[@TKCL]

Not a bad idea, paint pens would be more eye pleasing.

[@hammerslap5639]

@@TKCL yeah he was well before paint pens were an option id think.

[@bobwollard9105]

I recommend that you clean off the mid body pto shaft, treat it with anti rust, and slide on one of those plastic protector covers.

[@TKCL]

Agree that's a good idea since it's exposed to the elements.

[@patriciamuskevitsch8359]

Lot more complicated than I thought. Excellent video for anyone who owns this little tractor. Thanks

[@TKCL]

Rather typical tractor maintenance. Luckily it's only once a year for the average user.

[@pampilgrim2274]

Hi, Andrew! I love this little red tractor. Proper maintenance is one of the reasons you and Tiffany are doing well. You take excellent care of your equipment.

[@TKCL]

I truly believe in taking care of my equipment.

[@ASiembieda]

Can anyone else smell this video, or is it just me? Lol. Coming from an automotive background, I can say that I have the same oil filter wrench and they do work quite well! Very informative video and enjoyed the thorough walkthrough on the maintenance on your tractor. Thank you!

[@TKCL]

I know what you mean about the smell, the oil reminds me of walking into any automotive shop. Thanks for watching!

[@ryanzynda5114]

Great service video. You save a lot of money doing it yourself

[@TKCL]

You got that right!

[@jamesp739]

I like cracking the fill plug first before removing the drain plug. If the fill plug is frozen and the unit has drained, you're kinda stuck. Happened to me once.

[@TKCL]

Valid point

[@PineyGroveHomestead]

I just did the same thing on the Summit TX25H...same tractor. You can stop the fuel flow by putting a clamp on the fuel line...works great. Tractor Hard! 🚜💪!

[@TKCL]

Exactly, I mentioned using vise grips to clamp the fuel line for that reason.

[@astikennel]

I was told eons ago to add Hyper-Lube to anything that runs hot, have some in my vehicles and lawn mower, Lucas Oil is another brand name. Synthetic oils are very thin and Hyper-Lube protects on cold engine starts by having a coating on moving parts. Breathed new life into my chevy 350 motor I'll tell you what! This was a surprising amount of work that could be done by the tractor owner! Really great video Andrew, thank you!

[@TKCL]

Thank you for watching

[@jeremiahs45]

Well done Andrew. Nice 50 hour service video. That in line magnet is different

[@TKCL]

It sure is, but I like the idea of it.

[@relaxingtimeswithmav6485]

Wow that's alot of work

[@TKCL]

You've got to take care of your equipment if you want it to take care of you.

[@relaxingtimeswithmav6485]

@TKCL I just didn't think it was that much to do. Then again I always go to the car shop for my car needs

[@jimanon5681]

Great video Andrew. I would take some bearing grease and put it over any Rusty spots especially that spline (part of the PTO axle) even though you probably will never get a mowing deck for that tractor. For hard to reach spots I sprayed lithium grease. For your viewers that don't know, the grease will stop the rust from getting oxygen and moisture.

[@TKCL]

Agreed, I'll wire brush the surface rust and cover with grease.

[@donnagarrett5196]

Very informative review...good job Andrew.

[@TKCL]

Glad you liked it!

[@michaelstreet139]

Seems like last month! 😮 Time flies!!!😁

[@TKCL]

No kidding

[@joebufford2972]

Good job on the maintenance. I know for a new toy like that you almost can't wait for it ❤️ and by the way, anybody that buys anything used from you is basically getting a new or very well maintained piece of equipment.

[@TKCL]

Lol I agree!

[@byronholmes2496]

Good day to all, peace.

[@TKCL]

Good evening

[@radmilamiljanic5977]

💪

[@chrishopper4375]

Any guess on when your privacy fence video may post? I am planning on installing fence soon and wanted to get as many “Andrew” tips hints and pointers as possible. Thanks my friend!

[@TKCL]

I start it next week, the property and equipment needed attention this week. It will probably be two weeks before the video is out.

[@rongray4847]

Hi Andrew!! 👍👍❤️❤️🇨🇦

[@TKCL]

Hey there Mr Ron

[@EverythingElliott]

Kind of concerning how rusted that mid PTO shaft is...

[@TKCL]

It needs a wire brush and coating of grease.

[@jtt1989]

Removal of the transmission oil looks a complete waste of money. That was some really clear fluid being drained.

[@TKCL]

It's all about removing any comtaminates and accessing the metal strainers and plugs for cleaning. You want to get those particles out of the system.

[@jtt1989]

Okay. Disagree. With the much improved manufacturing processes these days, transmissions and engine blocks have no contamination in them coming out of the factory. It reminds me of the manufacturers recommendations back in the day to change the oil at 500 miles after buying a new car. If you had contaminants for the first 500 miles, you’d be in trouble but I have never heard of any engine problems when the first oil change was at 3500 or 5000 miles. Don’t get sucked into the hype. I’m a mechanical engineer by trade. In addition that is why you have filters “should” there be hypothetical contaminants

[@Agenttibby]

Great video I have a h24 and it's been great but it seems to have blown the starter any info or video you could point me to on how to do this service? I tried calling where I bought the tractor but not much help also the closest dealer is about 3 hours away. Any help would be appreciated.

[@TKCL]

Sorry I can't help you with the starter, mine hasn't given me any issues after 80 hours. What dealer did you get yours from?

[@TKCL]

Also is the starter turning the engine over or making any noises? There are safety switches that keeps these from starting, I'm wondering if it's that?

[@Agenttibby]

@@TKCL Bummer, I've had mine for less than a year bought it from Merit hardware in Connecticut. They had an amazing price on it and usually have great deals and promotions on their site. The real problem is having to get the tractor to them as it would be a whole day event. I've got less than 30 hours on it which is kind of a surprising. It's garage kept but no heat just put a couple magnetic heaters and a heat fan on it and hour before I intend to use it (this tractor really does not like the cold and I'm talking 50's it was giving me starting issues). I'm starting to think I should have bought something else but it work great when it's actually up and running.

[@Agenttibby]

@@TKCL The starter makes a clicking noise which I assume is the solenoid but does not crank. I did all the preliminary checks and made sure everything was set as usual even hooked it up to cables thinking it was the battery but no good.

[@roberthermsen724]

How do you keep track of your service timing on your equipment. I ask this because another KZbin channel I watch just had this happen. He has so many machines that need service he had a tractor get by him and almost run out of oil. Now he has a dry erase board he keeps track of his service on all his equipment. What method do you use.

[@TKCL]

I keep a memo pad in my phone of all service intervals. Maintenance is a huge pet peeve of mine, I don't let it slip.

[@nicholas4839]

Why all the rust on mud mount pto seems like a defect

[@TKCL]

Absolutely not, it's exposed to the elements. A good coating of oil or corrosion treatment and a cap is a perfectly solution. That's surface ruse and any raw steel part will experience that. I'll coat and cap it. Normal pto shafts on the rear get a constant coating of grease.

[@sh0964]

Curious how much you saved by doing this service yourself, rather than a certified dealer?

[@TKCL]

Not sure to be honest, I'd have to call a dealer for a quote. I've always serviced my own equipment. With that said, I do have experience and tools, nothing wrong with letting a dealer service if this is new to you. I make these videos to help others feel comfortable in attempting this should they desire.

[@sh0964]

I remember you saying that before. I had no idea a tractor required this much maintenance and detail. Thanks for the channel and the tips 👍@@TKCL

[@relaxingtimeswithmav6485]

First

[@TKCL]

Got it!

[@5150cash]

Congratulations 🎉

[@relaxingtimeswithmav6485]

@@5150cash hi cash, hope your doing great

[@jtt1989]

That PTO shaft looks nasty for a tractor with just fifty hours.

[@TKCL]

It needs a good coating of grease after a hit with a wire brush.

[@jtt1989]

Agree

[@Sylvan_dB]

Typically a loader should be greased every 4 to 10 hours of operation - in other words, every full day at least, and some specify twice per day.

[@TKCL]

For the typical homeowner it will take a long time to put a dedicated 4-10 hours just on the loader. I usually just grease it after heavy use to be safe.

[@5150cash]

50 hours already 😬😬😬

[@emaildavidlehman]

Cash how many of those were yours?

[@5150cash]

@@emaildavidlehman non 🤷🏽‍♂️

[@TKCL]

I know, I'm actually already way past 50 hours.

[@WhataTry]

Really rusty PTO shaft, needs attention.

[@TKCL]

Agree, I'll coat it with grease.