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Fordson F, made in Cork c. 1921
Posted: Mon Jul 28, 2014 7:01 am
by Westfalia
Can somebody help with identification of this Fordson F:
http://s1377.photobucket.com/user/Westf ... 4439935775
Some details and questions:
-The engine number does exist anymore, machined away or block replaced. Should be model 1921, can I verify that somehow?
-Rear wheels are not original ones, are original ones with 6 or 7 spokes?
-Seat is not original
-Steering wheel is made of one uniform wood
-How many Cork-made F Fordsons still exists?
Thanks!
Re: Fordson F, made in Cork c. 1921
Posted: Sat Aug 02, 2014 2:52 am
by Dandy Dave
The early 6 spoke were American only. After several years or less they were up graded to 7 spokes. I had a 1921 at on time and it was 7 spokes. Not sure any F's were ever made in Cork. I thought the N series started in Cork. Correct me if I am wrong. Dandy Dave
Re: Fordson F, made in Cork c. 1921
Posted: Tue Aug 05, 2014 11:16 am
by BarryM
Dandy Dave,
The Model F was produced in Cork Ireland between 1919 and 1922. A total of 7,597 tractors were built in this time. I have the Engine Numbers, if anyone is interested.
Of interest, Ford traded as 'Henry Ford & Son. Cork. Ireland' rather than the 'Ford Motor Company of Ireland'.
Re: Fordson F, made in Cork c. 1921
Posted: Tue Aug 05, 2014 1:51 pm
by Dandy Dave
"Henry Ford and Son" was also stamped in the fuel tank end on the Fordson F's back here as well. Dandy Dave!
Re: Fordson F, made in Cork c. 1921
Posted: Wed Aug 06, 2014 7:18 am
by Westfalia
Yep, 'Henry Ford & Son. Cork. Ireland' is stamped in the end of fuel tank.
I have seen some casting dates (month + year) in early US versions, but here I can't find any. Is there some differences in US and Cork versions? The traction plate has 5 holes, 1919 model has only 3 holes? This one was bought in 1921, so it is 1920 or 1921 model. Does somebody know is there any differences between those years? Any photos in internet?