Allis Chalmers 170 Problems - However, the tires have been replaced twice, along with. They are pretty much the same tractor, only 170 has 54 horses, 175 has 62. Same engine, just turned up on the diesel, more compression on the gas. I think mebey some late 175s had a. Power steering failed on my allis 170 while pulling a hay rake this past weekend. Steering got progressively harder then but wheels could still be turned. My 170 has not been used for about a year, stored in a garage the whole time. When i try to start it with the foot clutch depressed and the transmission in either forward or. The common problems with allis chalmers 170 include engine oil leaks and hydraulic fluid leaks. These leaks often occur from worn gaskets and seals or damaged components. Most likely a leaking head gasket or cracked head but could be the fuel tank or a cracked block.
However, the tires have been replaced twice, along with. They are pretty much the same tractor, only 170 has 54 horses, 175 has 62. Same engine, just turned up on the diesel, more compression on the gas. I think mebey some late 175s had a. Power steering failed on my allis 170 while pulling a hay rake this past weekend. Steering got progressively harder then but wheels could still be turned.