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numbers on side of block behind pump 37111310 ( 0 on a square raised bit) above that just under head E32 below long number there is a 2 and under that a word its hard to read but same word is on a brass plate on head (MON then a large zero and 2 or 3 lettrs i can not read) on the head the number is ...

right i got the number of the left side 09B714118 so this looks like a 1962 super dexta not a standard, some one has put a standard nose cone on can any one tell me how i can tell if i have the F3 152 3.6 inch bore (super) engine or the (standard)144 3.5 inch bore , i think thats right size thank yo...

Hi all i got a 2nd dxta at weekend sold as standard dexta in dexta orange and blue but it has a live drive clutch and what looks like a diff lock also a mechanical governed fuel pump, and a flow control on hydraulics. my question is this normal on the standard dexta in the later modles just before t...

i think its ok not seized when it stops raining i will take a look
got a 2nd dexter last week so will try it on her (standard but with live drive and diff lock, i thought they were only on super dexta )

spike

have a look at this post from chris that postknoker is the same as mine he had major

Hydraulics for a post knocker attachment
Postby MBeattie » Tue Aug 27, 2013 3:04 pm

hi how did you get on with that post knocker i have same on and i am trying to get it to work on my dexta, would be intresing to know how you got on

spike

thank you both its a single ram that just lifts the weight (I guess you are plugged into the auxiliary services feed, the auxiliary service control is pulled out to allow flow, you are likely to be using the 'qualitrol' position on the selector lever.) yes this is correct i will try to add photos th...

hi
it is oil ram
the oil is up to the level plug on side so unless i need to add more to make it work it is at the correct level
spike

hi quick question has any one used a parmiter post knocker on back of a dexta it is heavy and once picked up on 3 pont link the tractors leans to the right a little, problem is i have only got the waight to go up once and and back down now it will not move all that happens is the rope gose tight is ...

have a replacment pump i could do with any tips or advice on removal and replacment of pump

thanks
spike

had to use a Irwin Bolt Grip Nut Remover Socket 16mm, tapped on with hammer and with a 18inch socket bar it was still tight to undo very dry no oil leak at all. so i could get socket on sump plug had to drop the pickup hitch and take out the 4 bolts out holding 3 plates, one plate was attached to th...

thank you,
i have found on line a old sump spanner and it has a 15mm square hole so fingers crossed it may fit, but i have got some 5mm flat bar so i can try it if the spanner dose not work


simon

hi i am having problems geting drain plug out of rear axle in the past someone has had a go and rounded the shoulders off, is there a tool made to fit square (male) sump plug about 15mm or has any one got tips on geting it out i have heated it with blow touch taped and bashed it and if it is true ma...

sorry to any old guys.
was not well for a few weeks so have not had chance to speak with brian (old guy up road) will let you know how i get on

thanks
a feeling old guy (spike)

thank you, i have an old guy not far from me and i found out he has about 10 dexta`s from full restore to doner tractors, so i may go see him see what he has.

hi do you know if you can get over size bush for the king pins. i took pin out to find 3 bushes, bottom bush ok top bush gone only 2/3 of it left and a bush that came out with a rag i pulled though. the hole at top was oval and to big for the new top bush so i put the bottom new bush in as if fitted...

i know i have to do it but if i take the top off i then have to fix the draft leaver that will not go down and i bet you guys will say and as you have the top off you realy should look at ???? and change ???? so a little job of changing the oil in axle turns in to a overhall and all the time the gra...

thank you, was not planing to remove top i will change oil any way , just need to wash it out with oil and parifin mix 1st

hi all Not been on for some time. can any one tell me how to change the exhurst filter in the back axle for the hydraulics, that is if it needs to be changed. back end oil looks like chicken soup thick chicken soup. a guy i know said he thinks on the furggy (sorry wash my mouth out) there is a filte...

mandrels were do i get one from in the uk, has any one got any idea please i am in the Midlands nr warwick, and why 2 sizes 31mm and 34mm or is it expandable

thank you

Hi can any one tell me what size reamer i need to ream the bush for the front king pins on my 58 standard dexta please.

i will have to put new pins and bushes in

thanks in advance

spike

just found this on ebay 1965 Ford 2000 Dexta Selecta speed Imported from Germany few weeks ago. Runs and drives perfect starts first time. Gear box all working perfectly Every thing works as it should. Tractor will go to work without any repairs needed. Great easy restoration project just needs new ...

fordson major petrol tvo 1952 on ebay £5 K by spike » Thu Jul 07, 2016 11:37 am one ebay Earlier restoration to a very high standard of an original and rare petrol /tvo fordson major with V5. This tractor has also had a engine rebuild 3 years ago and runs like a swiss watch. It is very quiet , start...

one ebay Earlier restoration to a very high standard of an original and rare petrol /tvo fordson major with V5. This tractor has also had a engine rebuild 3 years ago and runs like a swiss watch. It is very quiet , starts instantly and drives as new. There is very little play in the drawbar and link...

Might be a good idea to use the Ford method of rear axle cleaning before you fill up with clean oil. Mix 1 gal. of oil with 2 gal. Kerosene, (Definitely not Diesel) and run around in the yard for 1/2 to 1 hour with no load. Then drain and fill with clean oil. This works for the gear box too.