Hello,

My family is thinking of adding a 1855 to our Oliver collection.  The man  with the checkbook (my dad) wants to get a gas powered one.  I am suggesting to get a diesel.  I know there are some concerns that 1855 diesels are not too good since, among other issues, many do not have the oil cooler like the 1955s. The Hart Parr Oliver Collector magazine has an article from a couple of years ago that has good things to say about the 1855 diesels.  Long story short my question is "what experiences has anyone had with gas or Diesel 1855s?"  This tractors use would be to move hay bales in winter.  Pulling a six row planter and some light tillage.  No more than a couple of 100 hours a year.

Thanks in advance for your input.

Buckeye Joe G