I just purchased a 544A loader to fix up and use around the property. The owners manual stated to use C-2 fluid in the trans. I am going to drain all fluids from the machine and change all filters. any tips would be appreciated. Thanks
Dirtyboy , My employer just sold a 544A that was used to load in our rockyard. For what it's worth , we used Dextron II in the trans . Never had any trans issues in the 12 yrs we used it , and it was used all the time . I'd check with my local oil distributor for specifics .
Thanks, that is what I was thinking of using.
Why don't you call your local Deere dealer and ask? Sometimes,especially since that rig is so old,better stuff gets recommended as time goes by.Couldn't hurt to ask.
Be Careful I own a 644B and had a lot of trouble with the rear differential seals. Turns out, that machine doesn't run gear oil in the differential... It uses a much thinner oil (ThX1000) I believe. After I started running the proper oil, the seals worked great! Just food for thought since the 544A and the 644B are close in age.
Hey dirtyboy, I just bought a 544a that was sitting for a long time. I'm trying to fix mine up as well. Do you know where to find or download any manuals/ electrical schematics?
Maybe a dumb question but isnt the C-2 the manual calls for around anymore?
john deere wanted like $450 for the service manual for my 544c. i was able to download it for $35 from here http://epc-software.com/ . Good Luck