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And while you have removed the gear selectors, take a look at the balls on the lower end of the levers to see if they are worn. If so you can build them up with weld and regrind them.
Jerry

Peeps also forget the oil adapter at the back of the head to feed the rockers!
Jerry

The Perkins 3.152 engine was used with a turbocharger in some applications. Find one and try it!
Jerry

Hi
This was the set up I used for my Dexta after an engine rebuild.
http://s1106.photobucket.com/user/oldtr ... g.jpg.html

Hope this helps
Jerry

Hi Spike A word of caution if you are thinking of replacing the big end bearings. When you release the shells if you push the piston and con rod up out of the block then OK. BUT if you let the piston and con rod go down too far (ie letting the con rod go past the journal by rotating the crankshaft) ...

This might help
https://www.machinemart.co.uk/documents ... _09_14.pdf

It says do not use solvents but then says "solvent pump"??
I use the parts washer fluid and it woks fine, just need to use a stiff brush to dislodge the hard stuff.
Jerry

Loosen the axle bolts sufficient for the frame tubes to be loose, fit the top piece in and secure it then tighten the axle bolts. You may end up bending the base plates but it should work 'cept you wont be able to slide out the top piece. Or find a blacksmith with a forge and heat up the plates to b...

Hi John
I have a Machine Mart parts washer and degreaser fluid. The fluid does shift most gunge and is kind to your hands if you wash them with soap and use hand cream to replace the skin oils removed by the fluid. Best to use gloves though.
Jerry

If I can add my tuppence worth! I rebuilt my Dexta engine and after its first starting and checks for oil pressure and leaks etc I put it to work topping a 2 acre paddock of two year old Nettles, thistles, docks and other thick weeds. She happily went through the field with no problems and now 4 yea...

Hi Dextrous
Couldn't help noticing that your using Metric spanners! The Dexta uses Imperial nuts and threads so I would suggest you invest (posh word for go out and buy) in a set of A/F spanners (open jaw and ring/combination) and sockets otherwise you will be rounding off nuts.
Jerry

So only drive to the RH axle? So with a little loss of traction on that side and you are stuck! A bodge job that a good engineer wouldn't entertain. It does not in any way "improve" what was a good system in the first place. You have got to love that milky water emulsified oil and is a real "acciden...

Hi CalGG Vermont eh! Used to spend 3 weeks at a time in Manchester, New Hampshire usually late fall (my boss seemed to book my time there after the last leaf had fallen) just when it used to start to snow. A useful tip (learnt when in the Army in Germany) when trying to start a diesel when very cold...

Just to add to Brian's post, please ensure you correctly identify whether you have a Dynamo (One piece cast body with a bulge at the back to hold the rear bearing, One large terminal and one small (usually with nuts to hold the cable on) with a regulator inside the lower binnacle (the regulator is u...

Hi Spike and welcome to the forum. You will find a whole host of 'experts', 'been there done that's' and 'ooops don't do that' people here! All ready to give you advice on any Dexta problems you may have. It's worthwhile getting familiar with the workshop manual and parts list that are available on ...

Thimbleby and Shorland Auction, Goring nr Reading 19th Nov
Lot # 261
Fordson Dexter tractor (1969)
Registration Number: 302 AJB
Engine Number: 957E7005T3N16F

One for the records?

I had my Dexta block relined to the 152 Cu In size and used the original pump etc with no noticeable difference. One problem with the old 144 Cu In block is that that size of head gasket is now unobtainable. The difference in bore I don't think would make much difference anyway but I may be correcte...

Hi John
well done and a big sigh of relief that nothing was sheared, bent or chewed.
I notice your tyres have a good tread, who changed the tyres?
I guess whoever did used a truck tyre impact wrench (1" drive?) to put those nuts back on.
I guess your a happy bunny now
Jerry

Nick
I made an adapter plate for my Dexta engine to fit onto a Clarke (Machine Mart) engine stand. You are welcome to borrow it.
I'm N Somerset so PM me for your location.
I think I have the bolts etc too!
Cheers
Jerry
PS PM'd you

Hi Nick Those bolts are UNF so any "bolt shop" should be able to supply them. I used long bolts that went through the adapter plate and were then held by a nut with spacers. It might be a good idea to acquire a selection of UNF and UNC bolts as you will find during your restoration that there are a ...

I shimmed mine with the side of a coke can!
It wore through annually but was a cheap option - however don't over tighten the clamp bolts.
Jerry

I built my Dexta engine and after starting up OK within a few hours was topping a big field with a 6' topper! Now runs sweet!
Jerry

Hi Ian Those pics and advice are a goldmine! Regarding replacing the whole assembly, and this goes for mating engine to clutch housing etc. If you find a long spare bolt or two then cut the heads off and grind the top with flats to take a spanner. Insert this bolt (or more) into the base and then yo...

Ebay has the fixed bits and I've seen the drawbar there often.
Ebay ref 181546692609
Otherwise try tractor auctions/autojumbles or tractor breakers like Ron Greet.
Cheers
Jerry

One of mine has a PUH, hardly used as there are very few ring hitch trailers about for me, 50mm ball is more useful on a swinging drawbar.
Jerry

Hi Brian and welcome to a fantastic group. Here you will find lots of knowledgeable people willing to assist you with advice etc! I notice you also have a Defender so with these two toys you will soon settle into the rural/agricultural world! Your Dexta looks very good and up tidy so enjoy it! Have ...