Window sealant for John Deere 1630?

[bonesXU1]

I have taken out all the windows for a restoration on my John Deer 1630 and was wondering when I refit the windows what to use? Modern sealant rather than the weird stuff they used back in the 60's and 70's. I was thinking silicon but for some reason I think that there maybe something better.

 

[Sharpy]

I have taken out all the windows for a restoration on my John Deer 1630 and was wondering when I refit the windows what to use? Modern sealant rather than the weird stuff they used back in the 60's and 70's. I was thinking silicon but for some reason I think that there maybe something better.

I think you would be best to use a polyurethane sealant such as sikaflex.

 

[Welderloon]

What cab does it have, Duncan, Duncan Super or Sekura OPU ?

 

[bonesXU1]

An OPU cab

What cab does it have, Duncan, Duncan Super or Sekura OPU ?

 

[Welderloon]

Your local Deere, NH or MF dealer parts dept will I.D original sealant.
As Sharpy mentioned Sikaflex or possibly a Tetrasyl variant as a modern version.

 

[Tractortech]

Now Then...
If you search ' 8mm black butyl ' on Amazon or a well known auction site, there's plenty there.. I imagine it's discontinued from John Deere now.
I see it is available in a variety of diameters. I never actually measured it, but I think 8mm would do it. If you used a silicon type adhesive, I think it would be a more permanent installation, thus making any future broken glass replacement more difficult..
Do you have any pictures of this John Deere 1630 out of interest??

 

[tomlad]

Pu tiger adhesive black stuff .

U-POL Tiger Seal PU Adhesive Sealant Black Seam Trim 310ml Multi Purpose | eBay

U-POL Tiger Seal PU Adhesive Sealant Black Seam Trim 310ml. - Ready to use polyurethane sealant and adhesive, bonds materials including steel, aluminium and most plastics. - Can be used to seal around windows, doors, lights etc.

www.ebay.co.uk

 

[Cowabunga]

Yes, Tiger Seal or Sicks like sh!t or OB1 from Screwfix. Some brands have different grades of silicone adhesive, not just one. So what you should search for is ‘silicone adhesive’. Choose the black heavy duty ones that even stick wet surfaces.

 

[bonesXU1]

I think like Tractortech says the butyl would be best so I could still remove the windows if I break one. Thanks guys for your suggestions .

 

[bonesXU1]

Tractortech here you go

 

[Tractortech]

Oooooh,,,,, You have a job ahead of you there.. Have you tested it hydraulically before you started?? Does it have a Hi-Lo?? Is there any play in the steering 'Bell crank' and has it been converted to taper roller bearings?? Was the front weight dropping off when you got it?? How does that happen??

 

[bonesXU1]

Hydraulics work ok, no Hi/Lo. I have fitted new pin and bearings to do with the bellcrank and axle pivot. I didn't realise roller taper conversions were a thing for the bellcrank. I am having the spindle housings repaired, why fit new bearings when you can use the spindles as bearings. Poor thing had been neglected over the years. Weight bolt had sheared off, iv'e got it out and new bolts to go in. Someone must have been trying to lift the tractor using the weight maybe? It needs a floor a roof and rear arches. Never buy a tractor in the dark when it's raining.

 

[Welderloon]

Guard the front badge with your life .......................seriously

 

[bonesXU1]

It's a bit dented. You can still get new front ones. £16.50

 

[Tractortech]

If you need any parts, or parts info, here's John Deere parts,,,,,,,,

https://partscatalog.deere.com/jdrc/search

 

[bonesXU1]

Super! Thank you..

 

[Tractortech]

The mudguards are now obsolete. I got some from Logan Mcmaster who makes copy versions, he does interior trim too..

John Deere replacement panels, parts and interior trims

Jon Deere cab replacement panels, parts and interior trims

www.lmcmaster.com

 

[Tractortech]

I see it must have had a John Deere 175 front loader at some time?? Do you have it too??

 

[Welderloon]

It's a bit dented. You can still get new front ones. £16.50

Not like your original one without the writing you won't

 

[bonesXU1]

I bought some rear guards from Nick Young and a roof, I'll have a look though as interior trim will be needed too. I have bought a loader for it but it came off a 4wd 1630 local to me. The tractor came from somewhere in England and was bought without a loader, The loader I have for it is a Marquis.
Welderloon I'll have to make sure I keep it safe then..