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Originally Posted by CopperViper

Cool tractor! Is this yours, alloy2? I had a tractor but It's too old and the engine must be replaced by a new one. Hope I can find cheaper but better.

Most tractor and industrial engines use either a wet or dry cylinder sleeve which makes it possible to overhaul the engine without removing it, this is called an in-frame rebuild, new engine kits come with full gasket set, pistons mated to new sleeves.

Wet sleeves are easy to remove and replace, dry sleeves most people has trouble removing them, if you have a welder just gob some bird crap welds and the liner will shrink. To install a new dry sleeve put it in the freezer and warm the engine block a bit and that new liner will drop into place like sheet through a goose.

At the moment still fighting my impulsive nature to buy every old tractor that I find, fortunately not everyone is agreeable to selling. The price has been negotiated, I have the funds but want to check put a few things before laying out out the cash.

This tractor has sat for several years the exhaust has been covered but from research have learned that this particular type of injection pump has a habit of seizing up. Easy enough for a home repair but if the pump had been seized previously and someone had tried to start the engine then the internals of the pump could be seriously damaged. The price of the tractor is a bit high but bearable if it can be had running with a minimal of expense.

The tractor weighs 6,000 pounds at $700.00 slightly above scrap value, i don't want or need more junk, already have plenty of yard art.

If the injection pump is free to turn over then I'll complete the purchase.

Originally Posted by ryanw

I had a few compressors from air conditioning units ignite like that before. I had thought maybe the smoke/vapor from burning plastic ignited. Whatever the reason, it always made me jump.

I saw a friend's price sheet from Schnitzer yesterday. Compressors $0.20/lob, motors $0.23/lb. Definitely no reason to cut those up anymore.

Not a good idea to cut compressors open there's usually enough freon in the oil that when it comes into contact with a flame phosphine gas is created - nerve gas WWI.

I've mentioned this hazard on this forum previously, the warning goes unheeded. I've grown tired of repeating myself, time for the members to step up and take responsibility for new members and advise them of the dangers of some of the chemicals we come across.


ACUTE PHOSGENE GAS EXPOSURE IN A 49-YEAR-OLD REFRIGERATOR TECHNICIAN

INTRODUCTION: Phosgene (carbonyl chloride) gas is of historical interest and has important industrial applications today. Historically, it was the most lethal of World War I war gases. It is estimated that nearly 80% of the poison gas deaths during that war were caused by phosgene exposure.

In the post 9/11 era, phosgene remains a potential, highly toxic chemical weapon.

Additionally, phosgene poses significant risk to some workers who may be occupationally exposed. This case report demonstrates a known hazard of refrigeration workers suffering phosgene poisoning after heating chlorinated fluorocarbons (Freons).

Another article, more in depth.

Phosgene Exposure

Definition

Phosgene is a chemical used in plastics and pesticides. It can also be made when chemicals with chlorine are broken down or burned. Phosgene exposure can happen when someone comes in contact with gas, liquid, or food that is contaminated with it.
Causes

People can be exposed by:

• Breathing air that has phosgene—phosgene is a gas at 68° Fahrenheit (20° Celsius)
• Liquid phosgene or water that has phosgene and touches the skin or eyes
• Eating foods or drinking water has liquid phosgene

Pathway to the Lungs

Copyright © Nucleus Medical Media, Inc.

Risk Factors

This problem is more common in people who are near sources of phosgene, such as:

• Plastic and chemical plants
• Paint stripping
• Dry cleaning
• Fires fueled by plastic
• Use of solvents that have chlorine
• Metal cleaning
• Welding
• Industrial accidents
• Bioterrorism

Symptoms

The health problems from this will depend on how much phosgene was taken in and for how long. It also depends on the parts of the body that were harmed. Sometimes, lasting damage to tissue or death can happen.

The most common exposure is by breathing the gas. At first, it may only cause minor eye or throat problems. But problems tend to worsen and reappear over 48 hours.


Breathing problems are:

• Coughing
• Trouble breathing
• Choking
• Tightness in the chest
• Coughing up fluid that is pink in color

Skin problems are:

• Burning pain
• Swelling
• Blisters

Eye problems are watering or bleeding.
Common problems are headache, nausea, and vomiting.
Diagnosis

The doctor will ask about your symptoms and health history. You will also be asked about your exposure to any chemicals. A physical exam will be done. A skin or eye exam may also be done.
Pictures may be taken of the lungs and the structures around it. This can be done with:

• X-rays
• CT scan

Treatment

There is no cure. Avoiding sources of phosgene may improve symptoms.
The goal of treatment is to manage symptoms. Choices are:

• Monitoring for health problems
• Supportive care, such as oxygen or help with breathing

Prevention

To lower the risk of this problem:

• Avoid sources of phosgene
• Wear a mask or respirator on the job
• Work in well-ventilated areas

This is new to me even though I thought most of your posts have been read. I have always been intrigued by your insights and knowledge and this bit might save my health. Please do not hesitate to repeat yourself.

Not more than a week ago I had called out IamtheGreatest for his lack of being a team player and the conversation ended up in a spat. I'll admit it was rather unfair of me to initiate the verbal attack but the whole thing boils down to how I feel in general about the whole forum.

When a noob asks a question their told to research old threads, most dont know their arse from a hole in the ground much less were the search button is and if they did are at a loose as to what search terms scrappers use. For instance what the heck is a curbo shopper.

For what it would take for a seasoned member to do a search then add the relevant links into the noob's post without prejudice, the noob would soon fit right in with this bunch of misfits who belong to this forum we call home.

The other benefits of searching older threads for noobs is that you might re-read some of that older information. Anyhow 2021 is going to be a year without forums for me, I'm cutting the wire.
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As well as myself there have been a number of other members who have alluded to phosphine.


https://www.scrapmetalforum.com/.../9027-phosgene-brakleen-welding.html
18 Apr 2012 ... Phosgene and brakleen and welding. I know some of this was covered in the freon/compressor thread, but wanted to post about any heat or ...

https://www.scrapmetalforum.com/.../...-professional- refrigerant-recovery.html
Following vaporization of Freon to phosgene the patient immediately noted a peculiar, pungent smelling gas. He then experienced lacrimation and a burning ...

https://www.scrapmetalforum.com/.../...mpressor-scrap. html
27 Feb 2012 ... Not to be a jerk but if you want to research it more its spelled phosgene gas it is heavier than air and will displace oxygen in your lungs and kill ...

https://www.scrapmetalforum.com/scra...y-warning.html
6 Aug 2011 ... ... or dismantle the compressor because when you burn freon in an open flame it creates phosgene gas which was used as a chemical weapon ...

https://www.scrapmetalforum.com/.../...ioners-fridges -freon-refrigerant-recovery.html
15 Mar 2011 ... Kinda sounds like you got a big whiff of phosgene. This is why I won't deal with AC or fridges. It doesn't take much to harm you. To the original ...

https://www.scrapmetalforum.com/scra...e/index54.html
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Phosgene and brakleen and welding brakleen, chemicals, torch, welding. Last Post By c4f5 04-19-2012 01:01 PM. Scrap Metal Forum: Scrap Metal Tips and ...

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Phosgene and brakleen and welding brakleen, chemicals, torch, welding. Last Post By c4f5 04-19-2012 12:01 PM. Scrap Metal Forum: Scrap Metal Tips and ...

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26 Jan 2012 ... My understanding is that the fumes are phosgene (sp) gas. It will kill you ifr you get enough of it. Never cut up compressors in an un-vented ...

https://www.scrapmetalforum.com/.../...dumb-question- about-fridge-compressor-oil-freon.html
3 Sep 2011 ... Burning even trace amount of any type of freon creates phosgene gas....quite lethal. I cut open the cases with the torch...always upwind.

https://www.scrapmetalforum.com/.../...her-101-a.html
14 Jul 2016 ... This is a dangerous chemical! If in contact to heat (fire etc.), it turns to phosgene ( nerve agent) gas. If you come across these extinguishers, keep ...