The Fordson Tractor Pages Forum

Hi, I visited the JCB factory in the UK last year and every now and again on the assembly line you would see a different coloured JCB amongst all the usual yellow colour, the guide explained that these were special order machines for some Local Authorities and/or customers specific requirements. The...

Hi,

I cannot find the answer on the board so can anyone tell me the weight of a standard E27N, I would immagine it to be heavier than the E1A Major which I believe to be 2.25ton.

Regards,

Barry

Hi guys,

Can anyone clearly define the dates for classifying Vintage and Classic tractors, there are various thoughts and dates being circulated that I'm not sure who or what to believe.

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BarryT

Brian,

I had noticed your abscence from the board, glad to know you are on the mend, all the best.

BarryT

Jerry,

I went through the exact same proceedure with my Dexta age related number I was given 410XUE.

BarryT

Starr,

I used Vapormatic paint which is an enamel.

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BarryT

Brian,

I like the bit where Johnny Boy says "I hope you did not collect it from a roadside layby somewhere" ????

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BarryT

That's the one, thanks Ben.

BarryT

Hi, Has anyone got a photo or a print of the Fordson publicity poster where the Major and Dexta stand next to each other with the drivers shaking hands and the caption " The Major gets a Workmate" I would love to print a photo of this when I exhibit my Major and Dexta next to each other. Regards, Ba...

Borkmeister, I'm sure someone will correct me if I'm wrong, the Fordson F was manufactured from 1917 - 1928 initially in America until 1919 when production was moved to Cork, Ireland. You can immediately recognise the American Fs by the distinct ladder like formation of the grill side plates, the tr...

Borkmeister,

That's a Fordson model F, and from the photo I would say it's the model built in Cork, Ireland.

Regards,

BarryT

Brian,

They were pink in your day then Brian!!

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BarryT

It came at a knock down price Brian, could not refuse, it's a handy little thing. Dave I will try what you have suggested as the problem is the slow cranking. It's a 1948 TEA.

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Barry

Hi all,

Anyone got a Dexta drawbar, I'm after the complete kit that is, the front and rear brackets complete with pins and the drawbar.

Regards,

BarryT

Hi,

Here's one for Brian.

Can you please advise me whether I need to change anything other than the control box and coil for a 6v - 12v conversion, can I get away with a 6v starter and dynamo??

Regards,

BarryT

Thanks Ben, it would be nice to see some sales brochures or anything simmilar to confirm if there ever was a particular box designed for the Dexta.

BarryT

Hi all,

Can anyone tell me whether a particular transport box was ever made for the dexta, pictures would be good. I'm looking for such a box to carry milk churns etc when I'm showing my Dexta.

Regards,

BarryT

Dandy Dave,

Thanks for that, much appreciated, I will let you know how I get on.

BarryT

Dandy Dave, Thanks for the information, most helpful, I've got a few good photos printed from that website which will help me when I go to have a look at this tractor. Is there any particular spot on the block to check for cracks, do they tend to crack in any specific areas like some other tractors ...

Hi, What should I look for on a Fordson F prior to making an offer, it's a non runner and has been for a considerable number of years, it's barn stored now but has been outside in a coastal location for many years, I'm led to believe it's not seized up!! I'm not even sure whether it's complete or no...

Thanks guys my new diaphram's on order so I will get down to the task as soon as it arrives.

Regards,

BarryT

Hi,

I need to renew the fuel pump diaphram on my 1954 Diesel Major, is this a simple job or do I ned to know a few tricks of the trade.

Regards,

BarryT

Hi, Reading my current issue of Ford and Fordson tractors there's an article on the auction at the Newark Tractor show a few weeks ago where a front cowl, bonnet and two wings for a Fordson Major Diesel sold for £2300, someone with plenty of money!! a reasonable condition Major will only fetch about...

Hi Oscar I'm doing fine, hope you and the family are ok.

Ol blue is also in fine shape and now stored away for the winter, she will be out again around the various shows from next May onwards.

All the best,

BarryT

Brian,

Have you seen the article in the current Ford & Fordson Tractor magazine, I'm sure it's of interest to you as it's about Fordson dealers in your area including J J Wright.

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BarryT