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Both chipping and peeling can be from the wrong Primer being allpied undernieth. The clean metal must be primed with the correct primer for the topcoat to stick for the long run. Good advise above in talking with the paint supplier.

Primer is so very important....

dave

I had a JD backhoe loader for 10 years when we lived up in Michigan. It was very helpful, the oddest thing I did with it was to bury a neighbors horse for them. You would not believe how big a hole that takes. And it was day 3 before I got the call. Phew....That hoe looks just right. I think however...

I felt it was a good sale. It shows pretty well, and here in the states older gas tractors struggle with today's crappy fuel, which makes the older diesels a way better fit. I might have another one some day, they sure are a comfortable tractor to operate. I deliver it to Washington PA on Saturday. ...

Fall/winter is coming on, and I really want to park my car inside this year. I wont leave the Dexta out, at 50 she has earned the right to a roof over her head. I have had some good interest on e-bay for the sale. I am hoping whomever buys her takes good care of her....It has been a good reliable tr...

I have a pair of John Deere 301a industrial's....one gas and one diesel....One I keep up north at the farm and one here in Ohio....

I have enjoyed owning and working this tractor more than most. Its up in good shape, and ready to be put to work or play. I and the Wife have come to the conclusion that one man can only own so many tractors.... So having to thin the herd a little.... Sigh :oops: :cry: .......I have enjoyed and will...

I also had very stiff steering, and I did all the above, as well as replace the worn out bushings in my spindles. Bushings are cheep. I use a ribbed tire with lots of air...

But I still long for power steering sigh.......


dave

You did an awesome job of turning that 800 dollar piece into a useful beautiful tool... Well done. Did you take pics of the project from the start???

Thats the same question I have been pondering.... In my case I have the 6.00 tires up front now but are pretty worn out. The 5.50 tires seem to be quite a bit cheeper over here and can save about 50 bucks total if I go with that size. They seem to be narrower in width I would love to see someone pos...

Its simple enough to just remove the starter and have a look at the nose bushing for wear. Also have a look at the ring gear while your at it. My guess is a damaged starter gear or bushing.....

dave

My wife looked over my shoulder as I read this post and suggested I ask the forum for help with the strange noises (and smell) that come from my rear end.....

Too much healthy eating I suppose......

At least you figured out your troubles.... Well done..!!

My 63 Super also gets diluted oil in the bottom of the injector pump. I am not in any hurry to overhaul the pump, so I just concentrate the oil once in a while with synthetic 90 wt. I figure it about evens out to 30wt when its all said and done. I know its not the prefered way to run, but I only put...

My 63 Super also had dual batteries because it came from Upstate NY. They were 12 volt batteries hooked up in parallel. Of course at this stage in the game these old tractors are anything but original in most cases.... I do believe though that the electrical system on any of the Supers would be 12 v...

New-reproductions show up on E-bay all the time. Used ones are more scarce. Where are you located?? I know of a couple tractor parts places here in Ohio that have some in stock or can get them right away also......

dave

Not a whole lot better down here in Ohio.... Been trying for weeks to get up to lake Erie for a few fish, but its only nice one day a week, and never on a weekend......

Hang in there, we really do need the moisture.....

dave

Its a shame your not any closer to Ohio.... I know where there are several of those being dismantled. You could have lift arms, manifold, and such for not a lot of money.... but shipping would be outrageous...... Nice old tractor with good family history.....

Very nicely done friend.... Its so good to see another Dexta put back on the farm.....Thanks so much for all your hard work and pictures.....

I have to assume your in north America?? Maybe Texas?? if so then your unit was probably sold as a Ford 2000 Super Dexta...... Mine came from upstate NY>






dave

I think if you click on the last pic it might show you the video.... I have never run a diesel with this clean of an exhaust....

We finally had a nice day Saturday, and I took some time to level out the driveway. ol'Blue lives a pampered life in the garage, but comes out to play when the snow comes or when the grass needs attention. This time she helped smooth the driveway.... What a great old tractor these Dextas are....They...

16 balls will fit, but dont do it. It tightens things up a bit.... ask me how I know


dave

Looks great. Did the paint set up firm? what kind did you use? Well done.....

My original Owners manual for my 64 super dexta covers both models "dexta" and "new super dexta" so maybe they were offered both.... It had the sticker on the hood and no lettering. Grey and blue color scheme. There is a tractor salvage yard neer Columbus Ohio that has a few of both the dextas and s...

I am really enjoying this build up and restore. I know how much effort you putting into this project and your rewards will be plenty. I also appreciate all the photos you are posting. Its a pain sometimes to remember to not only take the pics, but upload and resize ect.... Well done and thank you so...

That site you mentioned Bill, waltstractors, is a new one for me.... Well done.... I have enjoyed your contributions to this site, and seem to always learn a little from your posts.... Next time I am over in Pittsburgh (4hours) I would love to buy you a cold one.. (maybe check out your power steerin...