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by Bensdexta
Sun Dec 18, 2016 1:36 pm
Forum: Miscellaneous topics
Topic: This is a LANDMARK POST
Replies: 4
Views: 7926

Re: This is a LANDMARK POST

Brian,
Many thanks for your brilliant contribution to a wonderful website.
Wouldn't mind betting there are 100's if not 1000's of Fordsons saved from the grave because of your example on this website, bringing joy to thousands around the World - a great legacy.
Keep on posting! :clap: :beer:
by Bensdexta
Sun Dec 18, 2016 1:23 pm
Forum: Fordson Dexta
Topic: 1958 Dexta Restoration
Replies: 128
Views: 532569

Re: 1958 Dexta Restoration

I think that I may need to go to specsavers as I still cant see the difference. I take it from your comments that the earlier Dexta had thinner or not so pronounced side cheeks. You'll kick yourself when you see it, like I did! The cheek pieces on the earlier nose cone has a curve at the top to ali...
by Bensdexta
Sat Dec 17, 2016 3:13 pm
Forum: Fordson Dexta
Topic: 1958 Dexta Restoration
Replies: 128
Views: 532569

Re: 1958 Dexta Restoration

I have noticed that later standard Dextas with the mechanical fuel pump (mid 1962?) have the slab-sided nose cones like Charlie's 'new' one. One imagines for common cheek pieces with the Super D.

Pneumatic pump Dextas have the earlier skinnier cheek pieces.
by Bensdexta
Sat Dec 17, 2016 2:21 am
Forum: Fordson Dexta
Topic: Super Dexta cold start primer
Replies: 11
Views: 15113

Re: Super Dexta cold start primer

My 58 Dexta is fitted with the manifold heater type with the primer pump on the fuel tap. Im sure the ball inside the heater is stuck as when you push the primer when the heater is heating it just builds up pressure and isnt letting the diesel through the heater. Strip down required when I get home...
by Bensdexta
Sat Dec 17, 2016 2:05 am
Forum: Fordson Dexta
Topic: 1958 Dexta Restoration
Replies: 128
Views: 532569

Re: 1958 Dexta Restoration

If you look at the side cheeks, you can see the 'new' one on your tractor is different from the old one in your pic above.

I wouldn't worry about it, not many folk will notice, and so what if they do! Just a curiosity.
by Bensdexta
Fri Dec 16, 2016 1:39 am
Forum: Fordson Dexta
Topic: 1958 Dexta Restoration
Replies: 128
Views: 532569

Re: 1958 Dexta Restoration

Where did you get the nose cone from? It's a '62 style with super dexta side cheeks, like mine.

Congrats on your great work. :D
by Bensdexta
Wed Dec 14, 2016 8:28 pm
Forum: Fordson Dexta
Topic: How do you measure rear axle shaft end float.
Replies: 11
Views: 9423

Re: How do you measure rear axle shaft end float.

Mike at http://www.tractormec.co.uk has a series of DVDs on restoring a Dexta. In the drum brake dvd he also replaces the rear axle oil seals. As part of that he shows a couple of methods of checking the end float. Basically he wedges one end of the axle whilst checking end float at the other end. ...
by Bensdexta
Tue Dec 13, 2016 8:44 am
Forum: Fordson Dexta
Topic: MIL loader - Super Dexta
Replies: 2
Views: 3339

Re: MIL loader - Super Dexta

There seem to be two variations of the MIL frame, one attaches to the back axle, the other to the front.

Suggest you contact "fordsondexta13" on ebay, who deals in all things Dexta, and is familiar with the MIL loader - a very helpful guy. :wink:
by Bensdexta
Tue Dec 13, 2016 8:30 am
Forum: Fordson Dexta
Topic: Cleaning water passages in Dexta Cylinder Head
Replies: 2
Views: 3136

Re: Cleaning water passages in Dexta Cylinder Head

Immerse in a weak acid, eg citric acid, phosphoric acid or even vinegar. Have a google.

I have had good results de-rusting with Bilt Hamber Deox-C, easy to use and gentle.
http://www.bilthamber.com/corrosion-pro ... nts/deox-c

Send them an email - a very helpful Co.
by Bensdexta
Tue Dec 13, 2016 8:05 am
Forum: Fordson Dexta
Topic: How to remove Hydraulic Lift Arms from splined shaft
Replies: 8
Views: 9917

Re: How to remove Hydraulic Lift Arms from splined shaft

It can be tough by all accounts. :wink:
by Bensdexta
Sun Dec 11, 2016 8:55 pm
Forum: Fordson Dexta
Topic: Bufurcated Rivets
Replies: 3
Views: 3663

Re: Bufurcated Rivets

The bifurcated rivets that commonly come with repro bonnet rubbers aren't the same as original, but they do OK. I installed mine in a slightly amateurish way but it worked. Fit the rivet thru the rubber and the bonnet panel. Find something firm to rest the head of the rivet and panel on, piece of wo...
by Bensdexta
Fri Dec 09, 2016 3:08 pm
Forum: Fordson Dexta
Topic: Upper Dash Panel
Replies: 6
Views: 10011

Re: Upper Dash Panel

Sounds like you are well on the way.

I don't remember having any particular problems with fitting the temp gauge. I expect you can fettle it...?
by Bensdexta
Fri Dec 09, 2016 11:43 am
Forum: Fordson Dexta
Topic: Upper Dash Panel
Replies: 6
Views: 10011

Re: Upper Dash Panel

Have a look at these, maybe some help. Have a search for some other threads/pics. You need a temp gauge that fits inside the bezel of the top dash and the correct warning lights also. Also most of the repro rubber gaskets are poor as they have no recess for the warning lights. I made my own rubber g...
by Bensdexta
Mon Dec 05, 2016 10:01 pm
Forum: Fordson Dexta
Topic: heater plugs
Replies: 7
Views: 6202

Re: heater plugs

I'm still using my original heater plug, 40yrs old, so there's no reason why a decent one shouldn't last.
by Bensdexta
Mon Dec 05, 2016 9:29 pm
Forum: Fordson Dexta
Topic: Lift Control Lever Stuck
Replies: 15
Views: 17406

Re: Lift Control Lever Stuck

Lever is now unstuck; top off and a bit of heat were required.

Lesson is that more rock and roll is req'd to facilitate the 'splash' lubrication.

Many thanks for your help. :buddies:
by Bensdexta
Sun Nov 20, 2016 7:56 pm
Forum: Fordson Dexta
Topic: No hydraulics
Replies: 19
Views: 13928

Re: No hydraulics

Your tractor will be far more useful with hydraulics. Without them, all it can do is pull.

Is it yellow? if so prob an industrial model.
by Bensdexta
Sun Nov 13, 2016 1:12 am
Forum: Fordson Dexta
Topic: DVLA Problems
Replies: 4
Views: 7182

Re: DVLA Problems

What is the number on the 'original V5'?

Is it a V5 or a buff log book? On some old log books they recorded the engine no rather than the tractor number on the bell housing.
by Bensdexta
Wed Sep 28, 2016 9:47 pm
Forum: Fordson Dexta
Topic: Super Dexta restoration pictures
Replies: 13
Views: 19492

Re: Super Dexta restoration pictures

The Agriline cap will probably work. BUT I got me the real McCoy, a new old stock AC RC-5 on ebay, in USA, a 4lb cap. They come up quite often and aren't expensive. And they are the real original caps, good quality too. eg http://www.ebay.com/itm/NOS-AC-Radiator-Pressure-Cap-RC-5-850799-100-133-SH-/...
by Bensdexta
Sat Sep 24, 2016 12:35 pm
Forum: Fordson Dexta
Topic: Dexta cooling system capacity
Replies: 5
Views: 8800

Re: Dexta cooling system capacity

That's an unusual looking fuel filter you've got there!!
by Bensdexta
Tue Sep 20, 2016 3:52 pm
Forum: Fordson Dexta
Topic: Dexta radiator rubber mounts
Replies: 9
Views: 15620

Re: Dexta radiator rubber mounts

You can have a 4-blader simply by installing two standard 2-bladers at 90deg to each other - they are designed to do just that!

The shroud gives much improved cooling flow through the rad, as it prevents air leaking in at the sides.
by Bensdexta
Sun Sep 11, 2016 11:25 am
Forum: Fordson Dexta
Topic: Lift Control Lever Stuck
Replies: 15
Views: 17406

Re: Lift Control Lever Stuck

Brian, Very many thanks for your comprehensive and well-illustrated advice. We are fortunate to have such a splendid source of help available on this super forum. My hyds were working fine in March so can't believe it's stuck that badly. When sheep sales allow, I'll get the top off. So it seems that...
by Bensdexta
Sun Sep 11, 2016 12:34 am
Forum: Fordson Dexta
Topic: Lift Control Lever Stuck
Replies: 15
Views: 17406

Re: Lift Control Lever Stuck

I have unbolted and moved my lever and quadrant away from the hyd top as far as proximity to the mudguard allows. It came away easily. The shaft is definitely not stuck in the quadrant tube. So the internal linkage must be stuck - sadly I will have to remove the hyd top :(
by Bensdexta
Thu Sep 08, 2016 3:27 pm
Forum: Fordson Dexta
Topic: Fuel Tank Sealer
Replies: 7
Views: 9071

Re: Fuel Tank Sealer

You could repair the welded patch or weld on another patch. But I would check the inside of your tank, because if it's rusty, rust will keep blocking the filters. In this case, I suggest sealing the whole of the inside with suitable sealer. Have a search on here, eg see http://www.fordsontractorpage...
by Bensdexta
Thu Sep 01, 2016 12:58 am
Forum: Fordson Dexta
Topic: Lift Control Lever Stuck
Replies: 15
Views: 17406

Re: Lift Control Lever Stuck

Have a look at my thread which shows how this got fixed for me. Well Brian helped a lot as you will see :lol: http://www.fordsontractorpages.nl/phpbb3/viewtopic.php?f=3&t=6944 So what exactly was it that caused the seizure? One or more of the internal linkages that Brian was able to spot? One point...
by Bensdexta
Wed Aug 31, 2016 11:40 pm
Forum: Fordson Dexta
Topic: Lift Control Lever Stuck
Replies: 15
Views: 17406

Re: Lift Control Lever Stuck

I have the same problem - stuck quadrant! :(

Did anyone fix it?

BTW Looks an excellent vid from tractormec - see link to trailer ^. I've just ordered the DVD.