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by Old Hywel
Sun Mar 24, 2024 6:35 pm
Forum: Fordson New Major
Topic: Major Brake Drum Cover
Replies: 7
Views: 81

Re: Major Brake Drum Cover

Posting photos here is above my pay grade.
The slot cover measures roughly 3/8” by 1 1/2” with a light groove down the centre, smaller than the Dexta’s.
by Old Hywel
Fri Mar 22, 2024 4:44 pm
Forum: Fordson New Major
Topic: Major Brake Drum Cover
Replies: 7
Views: 81

Re: Major Brake Drum Cover

I took a quick look earlier and sure enough, the adjustment slots are there, on the inboard face of the backplate. I’m pleased to report that one slot is fitted with with a narrow metal cover.
by Old Hywel
Fri Mar 22, 2024 10:23 am
Forum: Fordson New Major
Topic: Major Brake Drum Cover
Replies: 7
Views: 81

Re: Major Brake Drum Cover

Right, that makes sense!
Leftover parts, incorporated into a different design.
by Old Hywel
Thu Mar 21, 2024 8:45 pm
Forum: Fordson New Major
Topic: Major Brake Drum Cover
Replies: 7
Views: 81

Major Brake Drum Cover

I replaced the brake drum cover on my 54 Major today. Things didn’t go that smoothly. It all started some time ago, when I renewed the oil seal inside the drum, got distracted and left the job unfinished. The cover has four slots to take the securing bolts into the backplate. With the inspection win...
by Old Hywel
Thu Feb 29, 2024 2:53 pm
Forum: Fordson New Major
Topic: fordson major diesel E1A electrical diagram
Replies: 6
Views: 372

Re: fordson major diesel E1A electrical diagram

They look right. The rear lamps will also need mounting posts on the wings.
by Old Hywel
Sun Feb 04, 2024 2:32 pm
Forum: Fordson New Major
Topic: oil level stick question
Replies: 7
Views: 358

Re: oil level stick question

An excellent variety of photos in the ‘tractorfan’ link by Sjors.
by Old Hywel
Sat Jan 13, 2024 10:52 am
Forum: Ford World Series
Topic: porous block or head gasket
Replies: 5
Views: 485

Re: porous block or head gasket

Lots of questions on classic car sites about using modern OAT coolant on old engines.
Generally not recommended.
by Old Hywel
Mon Dec 11, 2023 3:06 pm
Forum: Fordson Dexta
Topic: Hydraulic control issues
Replies: 12
Views: 5570

Re: Hydraulic control issues

I can’t comment about the operation of the draft control in the original post. However, the description of the linkage in position control doesn’t seem unusual. Slowly raising the hand lever will cause the arms to lift in a series of small jumps or steps. Wear on the internals may well affect precis...
by Old Hywel
Thu Dec 07, 2023 10:01 pm
Forum: Fordson New Major
Topic: Gearbox refill setups!!
Replies: 9
Views: 1528

Re: Gearbox refill setups!!

I’ve used a length of hydraulic hose run from the trailer coupling.
Not an everyday use though.
by Old Hywel
Mon Aug 21, 2023 8:47 am
Forum: Tools and Implements
Topic: Horndraulic loader seal kit?
Replies: 3
Views: 8144

Re: Horndraulic loader seal kit?

Seals for the later Horndraulic/Ford cylinders should be readily available, 2” from memory. I don’t think your earlier model has the same rams, so measuring the diameter would be your first move. Companies such as Driveshaft Services near Bridgend should be able to supply what you need, even if they...
by Old Hywel
Sat Jul 29, 2023 7:23 am
Forum: Fordson New Major
Topic: FMD Starter problem.
Replies: 18
Views: 7320

Re: FMD Starter problem.

Sounds like the starter motor clutch is slipping. Others may have suggestions on how to cure it?
by Old Hywel
Fri Jul 28, 2023 8:22 am
Forum: Fordson New Major
Topic: Power Major and external hydraulics.
Replies: 27
Views: 23574

Re: Power Major and external hydraulics.

The Major linkage doesn’t need bracing like the grey Fergy. On the Major, the hydraulic lever controls the oil flow directly.
On the Fergy, once the linkage is fully raised, flow stops.

In use as above, physically holding the linkage in the raised position will speed up implement lift cycles.
by Old Hywel
Wed Jul 26, 2023 9:38 am
Forum: Fordson New Major
Topic: engine head job
Replies: 15
Views: 6921

Re: engine head job

That’s quite a wobble on the fan pulley. Is it seated properly on the water pump?
by Old Hywel
Sat Apr 22, 2023 1:51 pm
Forum: Fordson Dexta
Topic: Buying a Dexta special? in france
Replies: 65
Views: 78157

Re: Buying a Dexta special? in france

Unless you’re cutting elephant grass, a Dexta will fly away with a 1 metre topper. As for possible overheating, if an engine boils it produces unusual smells and lots of steam.
Undo fuel feed to lift pump to check for a good flow of diesel.
by Old Hywel
Mon Apr 17, 2023 7:16 am
Forum: Fordson New Major
Topic: New Member from South Australia
Replies: 19
Views: 6973

Re: New Member from South Australia

The two expander plates should come out together once the operating rod is removed. If they have rusted into the housing, it may be possible to unhook the retaining springs and remove separately. The balls are large enough that they shouldn’t get lost. Another thought: with end cover off and operati...
by Old Hywel
Sat Mar 25, 2023 2:44 pm
Forum: Fordson New Major
Topic: Fordson SM Clutch Play
Replies: 84
Views: 196874

Re: Fordson SM Clutch Play

shepp wrote:
Sat Mar 25, 2023 1:46 pm
Conventionally the starting handle dog nut should be a left hand thread …
Can’t see that being the case anywhere, since vigorous use of a starting handle could undo the nut.
by Old Hywel
Tue Feb 28, 2023 10:01 am
Forum: Fordson Dexta
Topic: Buying a Dexta special? in france
Replies: 65
Views: 78157

Re: Buying a Dexta special? in france

Briefly run the engine without fan belt. If the squeaking disappears, it’s either the w/pump or Dynamo.
by Old Hywel
Sun Feb 26, 2023 2:56 pm
Forum: Fordson Dexta
Topic: Buying a Dexta special? in france
Replies: 65
Views: 78157

Re: Buying a Dexta special? in france

The ‘hair grip’ clip on the fuel tap is to prevent the inner part being accidentally unscrewed. Half the handle has snapped off.
by Old Hywel
Wed Feb 22, 2023 10:38 am
Forum: Fordson Dexta
Topic: Buying a Dexta special? in france
Replies: 65
Views: 78157

Re: Buying a Dexta special? in france

Presumably the steering box differs from normal, to allow for the reversed steering arms above the axle.
by Old Hywel
Sun Jan 15, 2023 10:41 am
Forum: Fordson New Major
Topic: Timing gear noises and oil presssure - petrol engine
Replies: 40
Views: 15644

Re: Timing gear noises and oil presssure - petrol engine

Is this what you want?
Uk eBay item number:195324225618
Incidentally, should there be a dowel fitted? I don’t see one.

On second thoughts, possibly not, it mentions injector pump.
by Old Hywel
Sun Jan 01, 2023 9:36 am
Forum: Fordson Dexta
Topic: Summer work
Replies: 2
Views: 3856

Re: Summer work

Very smart. Nice to see sunshine too, our festive season has been dull, grey and wet.
Note the bent radius rod. Causes the steering to pull one way, most noticeable on a good road.
by Old Hywel
Fri Nov 11, 2022 6:36 pm
Forum: Fordson New Major
Topic: Topping with the 1960 Power Major
Replies: 21
Views: 2759

Re: Topping with the 1960 Power Major

Rolled Steel Joist, also known as an ‘I-beam’
by Old Hywel
Sat Oct 15, 2022 12:30 am
Forum: Fordson New Major
Topic: New user, new project
Replies: 42
Views: 17573

Re: New user, new project

A misfiring engine is not desirable, I think we’d accept. However, i cannot agree with the comments above concerning the governor ‘ overloading’ one cylinder in an effort to maintain the desired engine speed. The manifold vacuum does not fluctuate even if one cylinder is not firing, therefore the ra...
by Old Hywel
Mon Oct 10, 2022 8:52 pm
Forum: Fordson New Major
Topic: New user, new project
Replies: 42
Views: 17573

Re: New user, new project

While I can agree that a misfiring engine may cause unwanted unbalanced loading to the crank, I must disagree with the suggestion that a misfiring engine speeds up and down as a result. As mentioned earlier, the governor reacts to maintain a steady engine speed, and is not affected by the condition ...