Recent content by Down South

There is a loader on this one and its kinda hard to get to. At present is looks like a wide spaced up side down 13 or 18. From the center of crank out numbers would be up right. but from the ground looking in. Can someone tell me more of what i should be seeing? Thanks DS

I am changing a seat on the neighbors 3000, What have I gotten myself into? 1 is a 7/16ths bolt, the other is a 3" long stud, then 3/4" 7/16, then 1/2 collar, then a 1/2" fine thread stud. At least that is what i think it was Once upon a time. What does the stud do? Do I need it or can i just...

Seems I read about SOS filters cant be had? Is the one NLA? OEM FORD SELECT-O-SPEED TRANSMISSION FILTER SOS 309735 2000 3000 4000 5000 5200 | eBay DS

Normally I am the kind of person that pixxes you off reminding you " you should Mark that". I needed me today. I have been swapping out the power steering on a 3000 ford, Had to swap the whole bolster. Weld vs didn't want to unscrew ( pins). Different length stabilizer.wishbone/radius arms...

Anybody had to deal with a Dash Instrument cluster mounting? I have a 68 with a C5NN-10A949-B threaded inserts molded in. All I have found is a C5NN-10A949-c ( 1965 up) with big holes, nothing to mount the gauges. Reading the description is E6NN10N849AA 4 nuts that are not illustrated. I...

Any opinions on real wire plug wires vs carbon plug wires? Thanks DS

I don't know if any of you have relined a tank before. I have done 2, a 1938 Chevy and a 1936 John Deere and a B&S. Not a big deal. We used a Aircraft tank sealant. A thick white paint looking. One coat coverage, easy drain as it took a long time to cure. This 4000 Ford tank is the nastiest...

Hi I have a old '96 Craftsman rider, 15.5 Kohler 42", Its been good but wiring has broken down and i want to replace or repair it. Easiest way to turn it off is to, wile standing beside it, Flip the seat up. its 917.271012 Any help or direction to get a schematic is appreciated DS.

I know there is a wide quality gaps in oil filters. But i have seen little discussion on paper air filters. I just started looking for replacement and find they are rather Expensive and prices varies. Are there good and poor brands? What is recommended? Are inner filters necessary? And...

Hi guys, I am new new and exploring. With the evolution / abandonment of the Long tractor I am looking for the right forum. There must be quite a few still running, mine is and great, for a 70's. Just got my second manual and i wont be lending any more out. Thanks DS

Hi guys, I'm new here and thought i would get some opinions. Thinking of adding works lights to a ford tractor w generator. Anybody use or seen these in use? How far, How rugged, How bright come to mind. 2x27W 2000Lm Round Heavy Duty Flood LED Work Light Offroad 4WD 4x4 Truck 12-24V | eBay DS

New Member here, got several tractors and always working on them and other stuff so looking for info and tricks.