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1947 D2 Dozer hudralic oil?

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2 years 10 months ago #232548 by Dirtbike125
Hey, 

I got a 1947 D2 dozer with a blade on the front. The hydraulic tank for it is mounted in front of the radiator. I think the oil is low but I can’t tell since I don’t see a dip stick. I was wondering if anyone knew how I know when it has enough oil in it. Also what type of oil I’d use in it. I’ve been told 30w engine oil is fine but I want to make sure.

thank you!

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2 years 10 months ago #232549 by gemdozer
You can use the 30w and oil capacity should 3 gall. when you can see the oil in the refell hole youcan stop
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2 years 10 months ago #232550 by Dirtbike125
Thank you very much!
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2 years 10 months ago #232555 by bursitis
i think the spec is 10 weight motor oil?? nothing wrong with 30 weight either. i run a tractor fluid that matches my other tractors so i can share hydraulic cylinders and the oil is 10w30 based.
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2 years 10 months ago #232557 by Dirtbike125
So I could run a 10w30 instead of straight 30? I’m just having a hard time finding tech specs of the specified oil. It seems the hydraulic tank and blade must be an attachment since it is not in the manual. Just the tractor specs. Also I wasn’t sure if there was a possibility of overfilling the tank since there is no dipstick or sight glass. Just glad I get some pointers by you guys. Thank you!
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2 years 10 months ago #232560 by dpendzic
I use ISO 46 hydraulic fluid in all my machines---I think its about SAE 15 weight oil---a lot depends on what the temp environment you will be running it in--I like hydraulic oil because it has anti foam additives along with some water absorbing additives

D2, D3, D4, D6, 941B, Cat 15
Hancock Ma and Moriches NY
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2 years 10 months ago #232562 by blwatson
If I overfill my tank the fluid will spray out the vent hole in the cap when it gets hot and makes a mess. It is also pretty hot so be carefull.

Bruce

D47U #11867-1950
Idaho
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2 years 10 months ago #232563 by bursitis
yes you can.  i prefer to use a hydraulic spec oil for the anti wear and oxy properties. 
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2 years 10 months ago #232582 by trainzkid88
i use caltex(chevron) textrans tdh and it is a universal harvester and tractor transmission and hydraulic oil it is a 75w80 gear lube and iso 68 hydraulic oil and is approximately the thickness of sae 30 engine oil. i also use it in the transmission.
it is was specifically developed for case ih cane harvesters and field transporters
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2 years 10 months ago #232972 by oldbeek
Replied by oldbeek on topic 1947 D2 Dozer hudralic oil?
When I ran a shop for a county, I had every make machine known to man. I used tractor hydraulic fluid in everything. I even used it in Allison transmissions. Works with all clutches and frictions. Works great with antique hydraulic pumps to modern variable volume piston pumps.. I buy it at Walmart or Tractor Supply now that I am retired.

Cat 12 grader, 8T6995 running and restoring, Cat 12 grader 9K3585. parts machine, Adams leaning wheel Pull grader Mod # 22, ser#438
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