The Fordson Tractor Pages Forum

I'm impressed with your winch set-up for snaking log's to a collection point and better yet, places that you could not access with the tractor. Is the winch pto or hydraulic? Could you post another video with close-ups of the winch and it's operation? In year's past, it was child labor that pulled t...

Question for Kevin; Are you sure that your Dexta has the LIVE POWER option? (two stage clutch) If not you will need a over-ride on the end of your PTO shaft to use a bush hog safely. Nothing worse that being pushed by the mower while you want to stop. Good Luck
brownsmule in NC USA

Oh My; brings back memories........ Did a little of that with a 22B Bucyrus-Erie crawler. Same idea only larger (the 22B that is) It could be rigged for a crane; a front shovel and a backhoe. Eight hours on that machine and there is no need for a membership to the gym. Hope you enjoy yourself on tha...

Yep, I've been drinking the stuff over 60 years. And I'm not over there but down here (NC USA) Our local bottling plant is in Concord NC USA and no longer use glass bottles, only non-returns and cans. It would be my pleasure to send one of our old glass bottles your way if you would like one for the...

Like your progress on the bus. Notice y'all have SunDrop all the way up there; I thought it was just a Southern Thang. Anyway our bottles look different from yours. We look forward to your completed pictures of the Bus and the Good Times to be had. Good Job
brownsmule

Howdy Naildriver; Plowing is a fine art that you will love. The ground must be moist, not dry nor wet. You must also adjust your plow on first setup on the leveling arm and also the top link. As you view your plowed furrow's behind you, you can readily see if you need to raise or lower the leveling ...

Howdy Naildriver; I would suggest that you purchase a late model ford two bottom plow either 2-14's or 2-16's. In your area where the soil is lighter the Dexta would pull 2-16's without a problem. I would not buy a early model plow as made for the "N" series because the replacement plow points will ...

the R-O-R seat was available in the USA on 600 and 800 series tractors going back to 1955. I have seen the seat on Golden Jubilee's and NAA's but I don't know if it was installed after the fact. My 640 Ford has the restoride seat and need's new rubber's. Last I checked they cost as much as a replace...

Ooop's, my error. I think his tractor is a Dexta. Not sure if it's a standard or super.

btw, the rear tires on my Super Major (loader tractor) are loaded and a counter weight so that I can keep the rear end on the ground.

brownsmule Mooresville NC USA

Hello; The former owner told me that he bought the Major to be used as a Loader Tractor and that it had a busted head. He possibly had someone repair the engine by just replacing the head. To late to ask him as he passed away in April at age 91. I'll ask the fellow that did all his mechanic work to ...

IMHO, by all means fill your tires with a solution of water and antifreeze ***IF*** you are pulling heavy loads. If you are performing light duty work it would be best to just keep the proper air pressure in them. btw, they get kind of heavy once loaded with liquid and a pain to fix when you get a f...

Hello; I've recently acquired a Super Major. The engine # is S418713 with a large FL under # 1 injector. I've known this tractor for 25 years and it's only function was a loader tractor (bush hog 4000 loader). After a little clean-up and tightening connections and a full battery charge; it cranks im...

Hey Gman, anything "Major" wrong with the block? I've a "Super" and it never hurts to have parts in reserve. I'm in NC and IF we cross paths I'd buy the block for dry storage if it is a good one. Do you have the rest of the engine? What town are you near? Best Regards; Brownsmule just outside of Rac...

Hello; Look on the post about "ferrule" and there is the information that you desire. Good Luck on your Dexta and putting it back to original condition. brownsmule

Howdy; where are you located? shipping distance makes all the difference in the world. I might have a lead on two (2) if you are not too far away. brownsmule 1961 Dexta

Thanks for the info. Now to google a conversion table to convert to pounds. Went to the Old Time Thresher's Farm Park today and saw three (3) of the most beautiful restored Dexta's. Two Standard and one Super. Also there was one Major in original condition from years of use. I've just got to learn h...

Hello; considering purchase of a used Dexta engine (long block) that will require shipment by common carrier. What would be the weight of this so that I may estimate shipping cost. Thanks brownsmule in NC

Doing the usual; lubricants & filters. Scraped & cleaned the pad for numbers AJ7016 may not be a Ford # however that is what is there I'll take a few pictures & get someone to post them. ya know, a picture is worth a maybe 5000 words. Many Thanks for the information so far......... brownsmule in NC ...

Bought a Ford 5000 (NOT a Super Major). Numbers on tractor are 9M30B over AJ7016. Original paint, shed kept, not all beat up. 4600 hrs and hour meter not working, manual trans w/Hi-Lo. Until I get manuals for this Big Blue what can you kind folks advise me on this model. Interested in what year, HP ...

RE: late model Fordson Major /// Helped my buddy today (91 y/o) to remove hay forks and install the bucket. I checked his engine oil and added 2 qts, checked the typical fill cap on the left side and the lubricant was nearly at the top. Next pulled the dipstick just behind the fill cap and there was...

I understand that there are two different injector pumps for the Dexta tractors. I've read that one or maybe both require motor oil lubrication. Are they lubed by the engine oiling system or do they require individual service? I have a 1961 Dexta and I want to take proper care of all systems. Thanks...

Thank You Thank You Thank You Ordered a Pump and also a Pump Kit from Bare-co this morning (in stock btw) Pump was $29 USD and Kit was $12 USD plus shipping. This is certainly a great savings over NAPA and Ford/NewHolland. PS: I checked and Browns Mule chewing tobacco is still available on the inter...

I need a repair kit or a rebuilt fuel lift pump for my 1961 Dexta. NAPA wants $75 for a pump not in stock; Ford/NewHolland wants $161 for a pump and $80 for a kit not in stock. Hopefully there is a better source for this with a more reasonable price; any suggestions??? btw, I'm in North Carolina USA...

Once you get it removed, purchase a new one OR round off the edges and weld a nut on top of the worn out plug. I welded a nut on top of an old plug for a car engine and it really makes the job easy.
brownsmule mooresville nc usa

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Brownsmule