I'm going to use this thread for the 1954 FMD. It seems like the most likely one to run and drive.
Today I hope to get the starter off to see if the flywheel can be moved with a prybar. Unless it's safe for engine and valves etc to power it up and try starter?
The his tractor has no known history to us. It likely has not run, or at least been moved in 30 years judging by the growth rings in the Birch tree that was growing around lift arms.
There is fuel in the tank and the lift pump feels like it may be ok. The stop control lever does not pull back towards rear of tractor. Does this indicate the need to take cover off injector to see if rack and or plungers are stuck? Or should this be done before trying to turn it over? The decompression lever is free after a little PB Blaster and appears to work as designed. We do know that it is only to be used for hand turning.
One possible complication is the tractor has a loader.Will the pump need to be disconnected, or only if we suspect it is frozen?
Ok to spray lubricant inside pre cleaner in an effort to free it? Been spraying it from underneath and lightly tapping up, might just need more patience.
