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by SkidRoe
Wed Feb 14, 2018 7:26 pm
Forum: Fordson New Major
Topic: 4wd "conversion"
Replies: 9
Views: 8132

Re: 4wd "conversion"

Without a ground drive PTO option, it would be pretty difficult to do a link up like the Double Butt.

That tractor made from 2 Sherman tank transmissions is really something!! Coolest thing I have seen today!!
by SkidRoe
Thu May 25, 2017 1:10 pm
Forum: Fordson F, N and E27N Major
Topic: Age & Model info reqd
Replies: 1
Views: 4729

Re: Age & Model info reqd

Those numbers sound like ones from a later 1000-series tractor, or maybe a late Super Major.

Can you post a picture of your tractor?

Thanks - SR
by SkidRoe
Mon Jan 16, 2017 8:21 pm
Forum: Fordson New Major
Topic: Perkins l4
Replies: 5
Views: 8262

Re: Perkins l4

From what I have seen/heard, this was a conversion kit available for the E27N.

I have yet to come across an E1A (or later) with an L4 in it, mind you, it could be possible...

Cheers - SR
by SkidRoe
Tue Nov 08, 2016 8:47 pm
Forum: Fordson New Major
Topic: NP Engine Rebuild
Replies: 3
Views: 4048

Re: NP Engine Rebuild

Just a wild shot in the dark, but some versions of the drive coupler for the injection pump are known to be notoriously noisy. More of a nuisance than a problem.

Could it be that?
by SkidRoe
Mon Nov 07, 2016 5:47 pm
Forum: Fordson New Major
Topic: NP Engine Rebuild
Replies: 3
Views: 4048

Re: NP Engine Rebuild

That is a rather opened question. Really depends on how much is wrong with it and whether you are comfortable doing it yourself. Besides parts, your next biggest expense will be machine work. If the crank needs grinding or the cam journals in the block are badly worn, you will need the help of an au...
by SkidRoe
Thu Nov 03, 2016 5:40 pm
Forum: Fordson New Major
Topic: Going ploughing
Replies: 222
Views: 223787

Re: Going ploughing

To be honest, I had to down load the photo and zoom in to see it...

I agree though, I would not be comfortable with allowing the axle trunnion casting to bear this load alone. The leverage that this area is exposed to, if unsupported, is huge.

Cheers - SR
by SkidRoe
Wed Nov 02, 2016 9:21 pm
Forum: Fordson New Major
Topic: Going ploughing
Replies: 222
Views: 223787

Re: Going ploughing

Hi Rick,

Looking closely, it is pinned to the plate that is bolted to the front of the tombstone. Are you worried that this mounting arrangement is not strong enough?

Cheers,

SR
by SkidRoe
Wed Oct 19, 2016 7:10 pm
Forum: Fordson New Major
Topic: Rev Counter Drive Gearbox Power/Super Major
Replies: 3
Views: 4081

Re: Rev Counter Drive Gearbox Power/Super Major

I don't have any suggestions, but I can sympathize. I have heard the same "no one else has complained" line before with parts that I have purchased for my old British motorcycles. My other favorite lines are "most enthusiasts enjoy a bit of fettling to make their parts fit" and "you must dry assembl...
by SkidRoe
Fri Sep 30, 2016 9:10 pm
Forum: Ford World Series
Topic: The Fall and Rise of a 7710
Replies: 3
Views: 9091

Re: The Fall and Rise of a 7710

Great pictures. The 7910 was not a model that we got here in Canada, or likely all of NA for that matter. The 8210 was the first 6-cylinder UK model that we got in the late '80's, although we never owned one. Funny you mention 1985 - that was the year that we bought our 6700. Coming from an old Bela...
by SkidRoe
Thu Sep 29, 2016 9:34 pm
Forum: Ford World Series
Topic: The Fall and Rise of a 7710
Replies: 3
Views: 9091

Re: The Fall and Rise of a 7710

Do tell us more please!!

Thanks for sharing - SR
by SkidRoe
Thu Sep 29, 2016 6:36 pm
Forum: Fordson F, N and E27N Major
Topic: Fordson E27N Manifold drain valves
Replies: 2
Views: 5824

Re: Fordson E27N Manifold drain valves

They are on the bottom of the 2 intake runners on the intake manifold. They are hard to see with the manifold installed. They are basically a shuttle-style check valve, with no spring. The valve is held open by gravity on the shuttle, until the engine is started. Then the engine intake vacuum draws ...
by SkidRoe
Thu Sep 22, 2016 5:24 pm
Forum: Fordson New Major
Topic: My Super Major restoration
Replies: 40
Views: 34799

Re: My Super Major restoration

Up here in the Great White North, tractors used for grounds maintenance at airports or for mowing grass along highways were frequently painted a similar colour of orange. I always though it was funny for them to go to all the trouble of painting a Ford or John Deere orange when they could have just ...
by SkidRoe
Fri Apr 01, 2016 3:50 pm
Forum: Fordson New Major
Topic: DAR Solution?
Replies: 2
Views: 4858

Re: DAR Solution?

Hi Brian, Thanks for the response. Yes, I have read through most of the older posts on the factory fit valves. It has me intrigued how many different setups that have been developed. I am not really liking the idea of using the jack port, with flow only available when the lift is fully raised/blocke...
by SkidRoe
Thu Mar 31, 2016 6:08 pm
Forum: Fordson New Major
Topic: DAR Solution?
Replies: 2
Views: 4858

DAR Solution?

I found this in my searching for parts for the PM. Has anyone ever fit one of these to a Major? http://www.steinertractor.com/FDS457-hydraulic-valve-adapter-kit-includes-orings-and-instructions Just looking at it, my "Sounds to Good to be True" alarm is going off; I just cannot see the same solution...
by SkidRoe
Thu Mar 31, 2016 1:12 pm
Forum: Fordson New Major
Topic: headlights.
Replies: 5
Views: 8771

Re: headlights.

I am kind of wondering if the horn would be similar to the Lucas one that we have on our 1950 E27N. It would at least be from the same period.

Looks like this: https://www.armoursltd.co.uk/product/ho ... s-altette/

HTH - SR
by SkidRoe
Wed Mar 30, 2016 6:34 pm
Forum: Fordson Dexta
Topic: new performance dexta
Replies: 9
Views: 10475

Re: new performance dexta

I think what Brian means is that it is a standard diesel Dexta, but does not have a diesel engine made by Standard, a British company that made engines during that period. The petrol Dexta used a Standard engine, and some late Ferguson & early Massey Ferguson 35 tractors used a Standard diesel engin...
by SkidRoe
Mon Mar 28, 2016 10:24 pm
Forum: Fordson F, N and E27N Major
Topic: Fordson F Fender Color
Replies: 5
Views: 12890

Re: Fordson F Fender Color

What is the serial number? That would seal the deal on the year.

The rectangular tool boxes are the earlier style, 1924-25 I think. The later ones had inverted triangular lids.

Cheers - SR
by SkidRoe
Sun Mar 27, 2016 1:10 pm
Forum: Fordson Dexta
Topic: Ford Dexter?
Replies: 1
Views: 2907

Re: Ford Dexter?

Interesting decals, looks like a custom made set.

Thanks for sharing - SR
by SkidRoe
Sat Mar 26, 2016 2:12 pm
Forum: Miscellaneous topics
Topic: A new plough for my birthday
Replies: 1
Views: 3676

Re: A new plough for my birthday

Happy belated birthday, Brian! :clap:

Congrats on the new plow. Pictures Please!!

Cheers - SR
by SkidRoe
Sat Mar 26, 2016 1:30 pm
Forum: Fordson Dexta
Topic: Wiki
Replies: 4
Views: 5534

Re: Wiki

The user name is "fordsontractorpages", password is "dotty".

Cheers - SR
by SkidRoe
Sat Mar 26, 2016 1:26 pm
Forum: Fordson New Major
Topic: Latest Project - 1960 Power Major
Replies: 2
Views: 4953

Re: Latest Project - 1960 Power Major

Hi Brian, Yes, we are pretty happy to have it. You are correct about the paint on some of the tractors sent over here, but the only ones I have seen painted the light great are what were labeled "Ford 5000 Super Majors", which were New Performance Super Majors to the rest of the world: http://www.fo...
by SkidRoe
Sat Mar 26, 2016 2:50 am
Forum: The PARTS SWAP forum!
Topic: Spot the Major - tree find!
Replies: 11
Views: 16682

Re: Spot the Major - tree find!

Looking at the rad sides, that looks like an Irish N, pre-1933. No Fordson script down the side.

Unless the rad has been swapped.... can't see a water washer in the pictures. The governor has me skeptical as well. Did the Irish N's even have a governor?

More pictures would be good.

Cheers - SR
by SkidRoe
Sat Mar 26, 2016 2:44 am
Forum: Ford and Fordson Conversions
Topic: Six cylinder evening drive
Replies: 3
Views: 7413

Re: Six cylinder evening drive

Nicely done!! :beer:

Cheers - SR
by SkidRoe
Sat Mar 26, 2016 2:41 am
Forum: Miscellaneous topics
Topic: The long weekend starts here
Replies: 3
Views: 6081

Re: The long weekend starts here

That homemade Spitfire is something else!! I can't say that I am in 100% agreement with his choice of engine, but I understand his reasons. At least it is in the air!

Cheers & thanks for sharing - SR
by SkidRoe
Sat Mar 26, 2016 2:34 am
Forum: Fordson New Major
Topic: Latest Project - 1960 Power Major
Replies: 2
Views: 4953

Latest Project - 1960 Power Major

Here is a photo of our latest acquisition: http://i851.photobucket.com/albums/ab73/SkidRoe/Fordson%20Power%20Major/East%20Zorra-Tavistock-20160325-00138_zpsyy1ccm3u.jpg It sat at a local auto salvager for about the last 23 years. Engine runs great. It has a raised PTO. Picked it up for $600 and drov...