@jonjebus: Before we replace the shaft seal on this 1967 International 2504 industrial tractor, I wanna take a look at the brake actuator and cover. To remove the brake actuator it just needs to be pried out. There’s also a spring that needs to be disconnected which is in a somewhat hard-to-reach place. Once that’s out of the way the second brake pad can be taken out. As you can see both brake pads are in very rough shape and will need to be replaced. Taking a look at the cover it’s pretty obvious that moisture has been getting in there for quite some time. There’s a lot of rust eating away at the housing but I’m hoping I can save it. It seems there’s a weep hole at the bottom which is good. But, there are two open bolt holes that have most likely been letting rainwater in. So, I’ll have to get some bolts to close them off.

Jon Jebus

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Monday 09 November 2026 18:55:48 GMT