ford 8n

My history with this tractor goes back to around 1969. I was 5 years old and it was owned by our neighbor across the street. He was fairly well off financially, having the top union job at the largest employer in our town. He didn’t own a lot of land, less than 3 acres, but he went top notch...

My 8N ran good for 25 years then quit. New starter, coil, went through all wires and connections. Then started buying parts. Caps would not fit. Rotors wont fit. I'm ready for a new distributor. Lots of distributors on line. But quality wise, where to buy. I drive a 73 F100, Never had...

It will start, run for a few moments, then cut out. It will start right back up, but same thing...runs for a few moments then dies. I have checked through the fuel line, and that seems to be all good... Any thoughts?

I recently bought an 8N that appears to be a 1949 based on SN. I disassembled the right front hub to check the excessive play and found both bearings to have been completely disintegrated. Thought to check the left hub to see if I can identify the bearing sizes and type, and surprised to see the...

My brother gave me a nice new Holland sickle bar mower.. Wonder if my Ford 8N will work ? I want to get it set up ..and simply leave the mower on it. I have two other modern tractors. I could use.. but I hate messing around with three points. I got old and weak..lol

My 1947 8N has a Jungle Jim Dearborn loader with a trip bucket. While I have developed a “skill” for a minor controlled drop, I see many using a hydraulic cylinder to change the pitch of the dump bucket. has someone done this modification and have a “parts list” available.m seems simple enough...

Our family has an 8N and we recently acquired a Ford 501 sickle bar mower (14-339). The mower has a 1-3/8" 6-spline PTO shaft, while the 8N has a standard 1" 6-spline shaft. We found an adapter at Tractor Supply that almost worked; it wouldn't quite fit onto the 8N shaft, but quite close -...

Its been like this a few years, can't do much with it, A few years ago it was overheating when bush-hogging, and its been kinda just started and moved here and there while I think of how to fix it over the past couple years. Thought it might be wires, changed them, made it better but still an...

I have a '52 Ford 8N tractor with side mount distributor. I need the C shaped bracket that mounts the generator bracket to the engine. Here' a pic of the bracket lifted off the internet.

When I bought my tractor it had a janky upright exhaust and flapper that hangs open. I want to replace the exhaust with a factory style exhaust. I looked and TSC has the exhaust for a good price. I couldn't find the mount/hanger on TSC website that is located under the right foot board. Anyone...

I am looking at attachments for a Ford 8n. What I am doing is cleaning up a 1 acre lot. What I need to do is move some dirt, cut in a drive way, and maintain the growth. The implements I'm interested in are a back blade, finish mower, and someway to move dirt. Back blades are pretty easy to come...

I am going to look at a 1952 Ford 8n later today or tomorrow. I drove on on a farm back in the early 90s. What should I look out for in my pre-purchase inspection? I'm familiar with the hydraulic bleed down problems. Are there any other issues I should be aware of? The seller says the tractor...

Recently acquired a ford 8n had 3 new sleeves and pistols installed. The 4th sleeve was broken half installed. I removed the old sleeve, installed new sleeve and I’m ready to install the pistons. When installing the connecting rods, does the rod journal oil hole face the piston or the cap?

Here’s the situation. Bought the tractor back in 2020. Started up nice and easy. Was always pretty easy to start until I parked it for a month maybe in late fall 2022. Went to start it up and it was difficult to start. It would pop but hard to keep it going. Eventually it would start and run...

Need to install a new distributor. The old one had been removed. Any how-to's out there?

Good evening. I will be parking my 1952 8N Ford at an off-site location for some time and would like to replace the fuel cap with a locking type for security reasons. If known, please identify a locking type cap that will fit this tractor. Thanks.

Hi All, So I have an 1952 8N that is driving me crazy .... Even though the tractor has a push button start near the gear shift lever (like "normal" 8Ns , the previous owner wired in a more "normal" key switch to start the tractor up (by normal I mean one click forward to the "run position"...

I inherited my dad's 8N this year, and one of the last things he asked me to do was get the tractor fixed up and take care of it. I told him I would, so I checked all the fluids and put a new battery in it. The old starter made a crazy loud banging noise. When I took the starter off I was...

The other day my 52 side mount 8n oil pressure dropped down and I changed the oil, it was time anyway. It was down low, but still running fine. I changed the oil, replaced the filter, and now the pressure is pegged out at 80. I haven't ran it except to move it out of my way real quick. I've...

Drove the tractor up to the house one day to take out the trash, it fired up fine as always. Parked it by the house and did a few other things for an hr or so. Went back to take down the trash cans and it wouldn't start. Wont do anything. no clicking doesn't try to turn over, nothing. Haven't...

I have a 1952 8n that I've been using for the past 3 months. Besides some carb issues that were an easy fix, it's been Damm near turn key everytime. Today while I was mowing I started hearing the PTO start clicking. I do have that adapter clutch and it seems to be greased. There is a fair...

Anyone ever rebuild a steering box on an 8N? Just wondering how hard it would be. Ive found a few parts but not sure what ive got til i get in there.

1952 Ford 8N. Everything works. 12 volt with solid state ignition. 3pt and pto works. Stick shift. New battery..

Hi Guys I have a 1950 8 N that the 3 point hitch dosen't work right. We have replaced the hydraulic pump, upper cylinder, piston ,rings,and all gaskets and the arm that goes thru the big spring on the back, The draft control level(the short one under the right side of the seat)seems to be...

I'm rebuilding a steering box for my 52 8N, unfortunately I have to replace the steering shaft (the steering wheel was welded to the shaft). The new shaft (right) I received is quite different from the original (left) as seen in the photo. Once I put everything back together, the steering effort...

Hi folks, my father in law passed away around 6 months ago and my brother in law took over the place. It came with an old 8N that was converted to 12v a bunch of years ago. It runs good and until recently it started with no trouble. The other day he shut it off and came back a few minutes later...

I got a Ford 8n few months back with a supposedly rebuilt engine within a year before I got it. I didn’t notice it had no oil pressure at the gauge until I had already brought it home. I did the ole “crack the line and see if oil comes out at the gauge” test. Oil came shooting out of the end and...

I bet I could spend days looking through all the post and find an answer. honestly who has that kind of time. What I have and what is wrong. late 30s Ford 8N with A TO-20 back half or at least top cover and pump. I had to replace the lift cover due to broken casting on lift arm. When I replaced...

I’m curious of the comparison if anyone has experience with these. I only see videos on the older Fords pulling 2 bottom plows etc. What would be the similarities or differences to a mahindra 2816 or 3016. Mine is hst, industrial tires, no added weight except fel. 4x4. To a standard 8n...

I'm changing the oil in a 1949 Ford 8N. The existing oil was very dirty and there was sludge in the bottom of the oil drain plug/screen and oil filter housing. The existing oil type in the tractor is unknown. Should I switch to a modern detergent type 15W40 or use a 30W non-detergent oil to...

Hello Everyone.. been awhile since I asked a question.. but need some advice.. my 8N Ford 1952.. never had the tranny/hydrolic oil changed.. as far as I know.. so it is time.. I do have it draining as I type.. must say.. lots of thick goo did come out.. .. was wondering if anyone knows how to...

New member here! I have a question and looking for advice! We have bought a 5 acre plot and plan on building a house, pole barn, long gravel driveway. And maybe have a few animals. The land is almost perfectly flat as it is currently a farmers field so no serious grades. Im a gearhead car /...

i own a 1949 ford 8n, and im trying to drop the hydraulic pump but can not. i have taken the pto out, and the bolts underneath to hold the pump in but it will not budge. i am lost on how to get it out, thanks.

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Hello hope everyone is well. I have my believes to be 1952 8n Ford tractor and was wondering if anyone knows a great service and repair manual that shows in-depth repairs and maintenance of these precious workhorses. Thanks if you know of great ones to acquire and prefer book not online version...

Hello, new here. i am having fits with an 8N Tractor i just got in a trade. The man brought it to me and showed me how well it started and ran. So, next day i went to start it and i think i flooded it. I then waited a while and when i tried to start it again, the starter just spun. I bought a...

Hello, I have one of the early years Ford 8N, before there was adjustment in the steering box. Does anyone know how to correct the issue of horrible wobbly steering. 3rd gear is pretty much useless at this point. Mowing in a field or brush-hogging are fine, but forget about driving down the...

Not really sure how to explain this, and not even sure it's a problem per se...maybe it's just the way these tractors are? 8N tractor, Wagner loader. I get that the additional weight of the loader causes much greater effort is needed to turn, and it's not that. I'm also aware that steering a...

anyone put in a new wire harness for their 8N lately? I bought a new harness but some of the colors do not match the schematic in the shop manual. I have a red, black and white coming out of one end of harness and 2 reds a black and a yellow out of the other end. Which way is front? Thanks, Doug

putting my 8N motor back together. Oil hole is on the front of rod not either side(where bolts are located) Does the hole go to the front of tractor or rear.? Thanks. Doug

I have a little Ford 8N. I was out discing a small patch for planting a garden. When I finished, I brought the tractor back to the house and went to shut the fuel off at the sediment bowl. Well, turns out the screw holding the turn handle to the bowl backed out and I lost the screw and the...

Hey all, I知 new here as a registered member but have browsed the forums on and off for some time. Still not 100% certain this is the right place to post this question, but hoping those on here can help me. I am in the process of planting a relatively large garden in my back pasture, which will...

The 3 point on my 8N will come up without a load, but will not lift with a load. I weigh 170# and it will not raise one bit if I stand on the lift arms. Would you please give me some possibilities of the problem. Thank you in advance!

So I’ve always been really into tractors, both grandfathers are farmers. One has a really old Ford 8N, early 2000s New Holland farm tractor (couldn’t tell you exactly what it is) early 2010’s sub compact new holland with a FL and BH, old Steel Wheel with the steel cleats, twin cylinder gas John...

Merry Christmas All: Some background: I live in Northern Alberta on 63 acres of forested, very hilly land. By February, temperatures can and will get as low as -45 degrees Celsius, -49 degrees Fahrenheit. Snow can be 1 foot to 4 feet over the winter. I have a ford 8N with a blade on the...

hi to everyone , i own a 1949 ford 8n( front distributor), wich i would like to upgrade with a proof meter, i also own a 1950 8n(side distributor) for parts,with a brand new proofmeter , my question is simple , is it possible to put the proof meter of the 1950 8n to the 1949? i know that...

Ford 8N, lift will lift and hold with engine off a while (seems strong). (the following is with an implement)= When position control is lifted over 1/4 up from bottom, lift raises to top (regardless if you push position control back down) and when it reached the top, it "releases" and goes back...

Hey folks, was chasing a rabbit and came across this site. Not an owner myself, I can still appreciate the form. Sample: http://i0.wp.com/www.tractorglamour.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/UN2A4602.jpg Site: Uncategorized Tractor Glamour

Hi everyone- I have an 8n (52 or 53) and the PTO developed a pretty good leak pretty much out of the blue. So I've read some posts and it sounds like a few guys just had material wrapped inside the PTO causing issue. So I wanted to inspect that first. I have a overrunning coupler from TSC that...

I just purchased a Kubota M7060 and really like it. However, I think there's a few things where a smaller tractor might make sense. Would it make sense to buy an old Ford 8n for smaller cutting jobs and the occasional food plot? The nostlagia in me says owning an old Ford 8N would be neat. They...

I want to get a new / rebuilt carb for the 8N . _- TSX 241B 8N95 10C.... I will keep the old one to rebuild and swap when necessary... I need a good parts house ... any suggestions?

Ford 8n makes a grinding noise when pto is engaged and hydraulic are in lift position (up). Does not make noise unless hydraulic is in raise position. No fluid leak at the pto shaft.

I have been trying to get my 8n working by replacing carb, new distributor, plugs etc. Will start, run for a few minutes then die. Started this morning. It immediately went to max rpm, backed off, began to sputter, ran rough then died. I am wondering if racing engine cold harmed internals of...

I own a 1952 Ford 8N and my neighbor recently bought a new Kubota L2501. Yesterday my neighbor let me use his new tractor to mow my fields and I wanted to provide a compare and contrast of old vs new for anyone considering a new L2501. My pastures had become majorly overgrown due to our wet...

Starting a slow restore of my 8n not for show just a good cleanup. Was getting where it would miss a lick once in a while so I got a tractor supply tune up kit. Installed and fired right up all was good. After about 2 mos of very cold storage she would not fire. Getting fire to front mount coil...

Is it common for rain water to leak into the crankcase on 8n tractors that have been sitting outside? If so, what is the likely source of the leak? I was never much of an 8n fan, but now I'm the proud owner of one. lol

Hi everyone, my dad has a ford 8n (12 volt conversion) that stopped running about 2 years ago and I cant get it running. I dont have details on how it was running before it stopped. It cranks over but wont even pop. I've been trouble shooting and cant seem to find the problem. It has good...

I have an unknown 12 volt conversion on my 8N. The guy mounted a push button starter button on the dash to put 12 volts to the solenoid. I want to use the Ford push switch on the transmission for starting. I need a 12 volt solenoid that I can put 12 volts on one of the 2 small terminals and...

I tried to start my 8N today after a few months of no use, with no luck. It turns over fine, but just won't fire. I pulled a spark plug, cranked it over, and was getting no spark. I pulled the distributor, gapped the points to .025, and put everything back together. Still nothing. I have power...

Not sure what year the tractor is , maybe 1930s ford 8n?Anyway, Im trying to locate part name/ number for the bushing that connects pitman arm to steering rod/link. Please see attached picture, let me know if they are not displaying correctly. This bushing has got my steering all screwed up and...

Hi, all. I've been a lurker here for many many years - finally signed up (read the whole flail mower thread last year). I currently own a New Holland TC25D for maintenance of 2 acres, plus helping out my dad from time to time. Growing up I worked with (and on) his Ford 8N (didn't everyone at...

A little backstory on the 8n . I rebuilt the pump and installed a cam follower pin and new rings in the hydraulic piston last year. Lift worked fine with no weight in garage. But before i got to use it with any weight. I got hurt at work. Im finally able to get back on a tractor now. I put the...

I have a 1952 ford 8n tractor with side mount distributor. It will not start. There is fire at the points but but at the plugs. New wires, distrubutor cap, plugs with gap verified .025. Everything checks good before points. I have read many posts regarding no fire but have not found an answer...

Hello All: Need your infinite wisdom regarding my Ford 1948 8n. The hydraulics on my tractor are a bit tired. Depress the clutch or turn off the machine with an implement raised, and it will come to ground within 15-20 seconds. I was discing a small field last year when the fluid for the...

Good Day All: I am trying to rebuild the hydraulics on my 1948 8n. As I live in Alberta, Canada, and as I do not want to pay as much for shipping the parts as the cost of the parts, are there any companies in Canada that deal in after market parts for 8N's? Oh yeah, let's not forget that one...

Good Day All: I am trying to rebuild the hydraulics on my 1948 8n. As I live in Alberta, Canada, and as I do not want to pay as much for shipping the parts as the cost of the parts, are there any companies in Canada that deal in after market parts for 8N's? Oh yeah, let's not forget that one...

My 8N began to run rough and died a couple weeks ago and I've been slowly reading forums. Points, condenser, coil and plugs are all new in the past 6 months. Have spark at plugs. I think it's a fuel problem as when I unscrew the plug on the bottom of the carburetor no fuel comes out. Fuel...

Hello All: Need your infinite wisdom regarding my Ford 1948 8n. The hydraulics on my tractor are a bit tired. Depress the clutch or turn off the machine with an implement raised, and it will come to ground within 15-20 seconds. I was discing a small field last year when the fluid for the...

Anyone ever installed live hydraulics on an 8N? How big of a job, and how expensive was it?

I have repeatedly read that the slowest gear on an 8N is too fast for a tiller. I have a 60" tiller for use on my Ford 1920, and am wondering if I could also use the tiller on my particular 8N. My 8N (1951) has a Sherman combo transmission, so 1st gear in the Sherman low position is...

Tractor has become hard to start. Once started every once in a while it acts like it's starved for fuel and will just shut off. Usually can get it started back up and it will run a while longer before repeating. This last time it happened I couldn't get it re-started. Any ideas?

I'm looking for a little help guys. I picked up a ford 8n and after doing a little research on the web it looks like my 8n has 9n rear wheels, is this possible I checked all the numbers and so for all match up to 1950. I haven't located the numbers on the rear housing yet,any idea where it may...

Hi all, first time poster on the forum. I have a 52 Ford 8N issue I need some help with. I was clearing some brush recently and noticed that the RF tire is rubbing against the back of the bolt on the arm that connects the top of the spindle to the drag link. Took off the wheel; no apparent...

I inherited my grandfathers tractor and has been sitting a long while . I took it apart and put new valve train in it and had the head rewored . I got it back about 2 weeks ago. The next step was to buy a water pump and new carb from just8ns. Got the stuff in and put on this weekend hoping to...

I noticed a tractor in the local classifieds that looks like a similar tractor to one of these. They are asking $2100 Canadian. I don't know the shape but seems alright. What's the average cost. Don't know the year etc.

I have a Ford 8N tractor that will not start, no fuel to the plugs, good spark. It has a 12 volt system. It was running well when it just quit. I checked the intake manifold it's clear and does not seem to have any leaks. Overhauled carburetor still no fuel to the plugs. I have seen a lot...

What oil and oil filter to use on my 1948 Ford 8N?? I live in WI, doesn't get used much in the winter. primarily used for brush hogging and light driveway grading. Any help would be greatly appreciated

it think clutch went in my 8n . i would like to know is there a way i can see if it is the clutch or a gear in the transmission that went? i was using the tractor, then it made a noise and quite moving, and no pto or hydraulics. Thanks Kool Cat

Yesterday I attempted to raise my brush hog to adjust the cutting depth chains. Hog went up; won't come down. Then engine stopped and now will not start. I took the PTO shaft off thinking that might relieve tension on engine but no luck. What gives? Am I looking at two separate problems or they...

Good Day All: I did a bad thing the other day to my beloved Ford 8N. I was out plowing a small field in front of the house. Hydraulics were working fine. Plowed for a couple of hours. Came to the end of a furrow and tried to lift the plow. Nothing. Tried lifting several times. Nothing...

I purchase a Ford 8N some time ago. I removed the 6v battery without noticing the way the battery was hooked up. Do you hook the red cable that comes from the stater/solenoid to the positive post on the battery or hook it the neg post. I have forgotten most of what little knowledge I had...

Who do you use for good quality parts for Ford 8N's? Thanks, BridgeBoy

I recently purchased a 1952 8N just as a collector tractor. The previous owner used the blue silicone gasket material in a tube form rather than the $2. gasket that should be used for the govenor housing and it does have oil leaking. Will replace with the proper gasket shortly, other than...

Well, here we again...:eek:...another 8n basket case just pulled up in our small shop. We have done 2 8n's, 1 ferguson and a 1963 JD 1010RU...like a glutton for punishment...last week we purchased another 8n...1949 basket case:laughing: The good...engine is solid, good compression no smoke and...

I have a ford 8n 1948 that I am working on to get up and running. I had to dump the original Anti freeze due to a job ! I went to TSC and bought stuff on sale when home I noticed in smaller letter " for diesel engines " What the heck is the difference? I know that you dont mess with the original...

I have a 1950 Ford 8N. The three point hitch seems to have some problems. First off, I have changed the oil several times, but it becomes whitish like it has bubbles or something within a very short time (a day or so). Secondly, the lift arms have started to travel only halfway up. They...

I am looking at a 1949 8N that the owner claims the only way it will start is by pull starting. He said it smokes and will start with starter after pull starting for the day. I kind of guess rings are bad. It looks to be in over all good shape as far as tires and paint. Comes with 6 ft...

I have a 1949( I know the title says 1948) 8N with the old style steering box.Not having the funds to purchase a newer type box,I rebuilt the old one. After rebuild I can turn the steering ONE whole turn without wheels moving. I replaced everything but the sector bushings and the machinist said...

Local mechanic made service call to replace spark plugs, plug wires, and install Pertronix Ignitor 1244AP6 on our Ford 8N, 6V positive ground with side mount distributor. After installation and a few cranks, the whole distributor turned and seems to have cracked the timing gear cover...

Picked up an old 8n recently for next to nothing. The guy suggested it probably needed a tank cleaning. It also had an inline fuel filter I wanted to remove and get back to proper fuel lines. I got the hood off no problem, have tank drained, sediment bowl assembly apart etc. A few questions...

looking for some information on 1950 ford 8n rims. mine just about had it. been looking on ebay yesterdays tractor and other web sights for ford products. find all kinds of 6 loop rims for sale. my rim does not have loops but does have 6 bolts. looking in some of the formns i think mine would be...

long story short I was pushing a a little pile of dirt over with my loader and the tractor stopped, without warning. No gears (forward or backwards) but I have Hydraulics . So my question is Are the Hydraulics hooked to the clutch? I drained all the gear oil out nothing in it, didn't look too bad.

Hello Everyone, About two years ago my family and I quit the rat race, bought 40 acres in Mark Twain National Forest, and began to homestead. We now have chickens, guineas, dairy goats, and honeybees, and a small garden. We are trying to rehabilitate a 10 acre pasture that has small trees...

I am a new homesteader, and a first-time tractor owner, on 40 acres in the Ozarks. I recently bought a rebuilt Ford. I think it is built from several tractors. The front half has serial numbers beginning with 8N, while the back half and three point arms have #s beginning with 9N. The gearshift...

This just started when i went back to mowing pasture. I set throttle at about 75% to mow but it keeps kicking it back to idle even if I don't have a load on the mower.

New member. Owns a 1952 Ford 8N. Any other 8N owners?

I have a 8n ford. When I last used it it was fine. I went to start it the other day and it will not turn over. I have checked the battery it is well charged. The thing does not seem to be getting any power to the starter. I have power from the battery to the solenoid. Ihave power to ignition...

The engine on my Ford 8n is racing when idling. How is the best way to check and adjust the carberator.

I believe this site will be most informative about my Ford 1720 8N Tractor:laughing::laughing:

Figured I would ask here as it is likely to get more traction then in the vintage section...... What size finish mower would a HEALTHY (as in just rebuilt) 8N be able to handle? Thanks guys. and just for fun...here is the wife using the brush hog doing the front yard.

If you listen to this engine in this video, the engine sputters and almost dies... then, revs back up. You will notice that the engine is never stable and a half throttle it almost dies and then it races. What could be wrong with it? It never dies all together.... just does this non-stop.

There is an farm auction here locally, it a farmer selling his farm and retiring. He has 6 tractors, 2 are Ford 8N's. We're thinking about buying one. Can yall tell me what I should look for to avoid and what I could be getting into with one? Also if they were in good working order, what...

I need to replace the battery in my 1950 Ford 8N. I has been converted to a 12 volt system before I bought it and it is still using the same battery, all the labels on the old battery are gone or not readable. I need to know what battery group it falls in and what would be a good CCA cold...

I just bought a 1951 Ford 8N for my first tractor and I am pretty happy with it so far, except that I recently noticed that it doesn't have the correct center housing on it, ie the old 9n/2n style without hookups for a swinging drawbar and loops for attaching limiter chains. Having never owned a...

I am having some problems getting my 8N started. Each time I turn over and it is about to fire the starter cuts out and stops turning over. It seems to be turning over strong but I just have a problem when it tries to fire up. Anyone had a similar problem?

I've got a 1952 Ford 8N that I could use some help with. The tractor has been in service on our farm since the early 90s, and has basically always worked flawlessly. Last year, we bought our Kubota, and the 8N got relegated to lesser duties around the farm, pulling the chicken coop, moving...

ok here it goes. A couple of days ago I was plowing the snow with my old 8n and all of a sudden it stopped running. I founb that the sedimate bowl had fallen off. I looked everywhere and couldnt find it. I dragged it out of the middle of the road and parked it. I bought a new sedimate bowl...

Hello, I've got a problem with my old Ford: I was plowing snow last night and the hydraulics just quit. The control arm appears to be connected, I felt to the bottom and it seems to be ok, I'd think if it wasn't it would be obvious? The next thing is the relief valve: when the pto is engaged...

Hello, I have a 1948 Ford 8N (with serial number prior to 216989). The problem I have is that the left and right wheels/tires have turned inward. I can not steer left or right. I have previously taken the steering box and sector gears (they don't appear to be worn) apart and tried to readjust...

Ford 8n was running about a month ago and I drove it for about half an hour. Now it won't start at all. Took apart carb and cleaned it and everything looks fine but still won't start. Lots of fuel at the carb but when I check plugs after trying to start it they are bone dry. Any suggestions?

I have a friend that is looking at buying a Ford 8N tractor. Are there certain things that he should be looking for that are model specific problems. I am trying to help him with a little basic knowledge, but have no experience on 8N's.

Hello fellow tractor enthusiast, I'm new to the forum and this is my first post. So i have a Ford 8n and i was looking into power steering options, and for those of you who have also looked into those option for an older machine know that its tough to do without breaking the bank. Now i have a...

Went to check my voltage output for my alternator yesterday and my volt meter went crazy as soon as I touched my negative lead to the battery terminal. I'm wondering if a bad diode or voltage regulator would cause that. It is converted to 12 volts.

Hi all, I have had my 1952 Ford 8N for about 10 months now and have used it for everything. Over the summer, I went on vacation for a week and came back to a tractor that wouldn't start. I have since converted to 12V, new solenoid, wiring harness, points, condenser, carb, fuel tank, fuel line...

Hi Friends, when we ended some time ago, I primed the pump like advised via that relief valve and had good pressure quite promptly. I replaced a few plug wires and the tractor faithfully started and still does start. But after about 8 months, after starting every month or so and having...

I recently inherited a Ford 8N which had been running but quit about 1 1/2 years ago. A neighbor (before I got it) figured it was the carb and took it apart and promptly abandoned the project! I ended up buying an after market replacement carb which I installed. I also replace the water...

Howdy all! So I bought tractor about 6 months ago, ran pretty good. I am a serious novice at this but trying to learn. Was moving brush one day and tractor died. Started right back up, parked it and has only moved twice since then. Changed plugs, wires, condenser, points, coil, cap. Tractor...

I get and install a new starter last week, life seams like it's getting good. I changed the plugs out today, messed with the thing a bit and it wouldn't start after it had fire up about 20 times or so. WHAT the fug, so I figured the solenoid was bad and changed it, absolutely nothing, did a...

Neither are running. Many implement for the Ford. The G has hydrolics.

I really need this tractor to work... It worked great for a while after I bought it but now doesn't start. I am at the point of just buying another tractor because I need a working one.... But, I am attached to the Ford 8Ns and don't want to do so. It makes better sense to fix this one. To me...

Anyone use blue loctite on their valve adjusters? I just rebuilt my engine and I had set the adjustment on the stand. Tractor was popping out of both ends so I pulled the valve covers back off and almost all the adjusters had backed off all the way. I was thinking a drop of blue loctite, thread...

Okay guys I have a question for you. I've been playing with my front mount distributor on the bench. New points, condenser, new bushings. Everything but coil and cap. I've been trying to set the timing according to the manual but not having any luck. My question is, I noticed that the surface of...

Hi all, I currently own a 1952 ford 8n. I went on vacation for a week and came back and it would not start at all. It ran well prior to my week of freedom. Pulled the hood, found a crap radiator, replaced it, the hoses, water pump, converted to 12v, replaced the points, and plugs. Everything is...

Good Evening. After turning up my tractor this evening I had it running for about 30 minutes. During that time I noticed a lack of power, so I started poking around while it was running and I saw this: Appears to be radiator fluid spitting out of a bolt that holds on the metal tube for...

Well, here it is. The Short. The Stud post on the distributor had a small crack on the inside bottom.. I more than likely did this during reassembly after painting. That little crack sure caused me some grief. Another lesson learned. Thanks for all the responses. Soundguy, it was your...

Hi. I've been lurking here on and off for a while. I have pretty much resolve most of my problems from this board and others. Now I'm stumped. 52 8N side mount dist. Over the last couple of months I have been refurbishing this tractor. I had it running like a sewing machine. New starter...

Okay guys I got my new head in for my 8n today and the new head gasket is a laminated one. There is a completely smooth side and one with imprints in it. Which side goes up toward the head and should I use any sealer on it since it is laminated?

Anybody have an idea of what is acceptable for warpage on an 8n head? I'm in the process of rebuilding mine and I have over .005 gap between #3-4 cylinders and a little less between the other two. Problem is this head has already been milled once.

So going threw old post the common conclusion is either dirt in the needle valve or a float that is stuck or needs adjusting NEW carb and both the screen in the carb and fuel filter are good. Now I was messing around with the throttle and it's possible that I flooded the carb bad or is there...

I inherited a nice 8N. I have a pro 5' wide mower attached that I mow the pasture with. I wasn't thinking clearly i guess when I bought a new DR 3 pt. hitch PTO Trimmer to do all my fence lines, including the white vinyl fence. It would be sweet other than now I realize I need to maintain...

Ok. I decided to finally start messing with the 47 8n that has been sitting in my grandma's garage for the past 15 years. I'm 20, and i have mediocre mechanical knowledge, but the old tractor is beating me so far. I put a new 12 volt battery in (it was converted to 12 volts). The headlights...

See video.... I am having trouble starting the Ford 8N. It has been very reliable and then stopped working.... While trying to start it, the starter made a weird noise and as it started to turn over, it blew oil out of the oil-bath air intake. It actually popped the oil reservoir off of the...

have water coming out of rear center head bolt with bolt removed is this normal also tractor developes bad miss when warms up worse under a load have installed new plugs plugwires dist. cap rotary cap coil and condenser

Has anybody ever produced a YouTube video showing step by step on how to mount a Fard Sickle Bar mower? A 501 or 14-92, etc.... I understand where the hardware mounts go.... But never can seem to wrestle it on there. Seems like it is weighted weird and never fits. Any suggestions, pictures...

have been trying to get the starter out of my '48 ford 8N tractor but get hung up on the flywheel. Any suggestions :confused2:

My reliable ford 8N won't start! It works 50% of the time now. I tightened the very loose positive and replaced the negative wires on the battery. When I turn the key, make sure it is neutral and then push the button, I get a click that sounds like an electrical arch. Then, nothing. If I push...

I'm planning on doing a tune-up on my '49 8N. I was looking at the head cover and saw that the spark plug for cylinder #3 has some sort of extension... The other 3 plugs look normal... sitting on the top of the head. Anyone know what this is before I try unscrewing it? Is it some sort of...

Been working on it for about 3 weeks and I still cannot get it to run. Have put in new points, plugs, coil and it still will not fire. Any suggestions on what to try next would be a lot of help. Thanks, Skippy Ewan

I keep getting Battery Drain. New wiring harness, rebuilt alternator, new on/off switch. I just put a new battery in and it drained to dead. Charger won't light up when used? 6 volt system with positive ground. Any ideas out there? Very frustrating.

Hello to all! I just recently purchased my first tractor, I believe it is a '52 8N, but I have not been able to decipher the s/n just yet. However I do know it is a later 8n with the proof meter and side distributor etc. I bought it off a little old man that finds old tractors, cars, trucks...

arm kind of new to this I have a 1948 Ford 8n that has week fire and or no fire so far I've replaced the coil points condenser wires and I had put a new resistor on it before I install new coil only problem is now I get a very weak fire or no fire situation ppl will be grateful

I think any 3 point hitch will fit any other. AM I wrong? John bjon79@live.com

hey all I have a 1948 Ford 8n that has weak spark so far apart that have been put on it is a new coil new points new condenser new wires and a new ignition on off switch problem is I can't get this tractor fired up is fired up one time for me and s*** right down please help

MY 1947 8N HAS ALWAYS STARTED UP NEARLY ON CONTACT WITH THE STARTER SWITCH. YESTERDAY I STRTED IT DROVE ABOUT 100 FEET, TURNED IT OFF TO GREASE MY MOWER AND NOW THE TRACTOR WILL NOT START. THERE IS SPARK AT THE PLUGS, BUT THE ENGINE DOES NOT FIRE IT JUST TURNS OVER EASILY. THE PLUGS WERE DRY...

As noted in the title. The problem began 5 days ago with an occasional high pitched whine prior to the Starter properly engaging the flywheel and cranking the engine to life. Over the past few days this has become increasingly more frequent and now is present almost 100% of the time. I attempted...

Built a complete loader attachment for a Ford 8N and shortened the Deere loader arms. Note the full subframe under the stock 8N.

our 1951 8N is beginning to make a "clicking" sound in the front right side of the engine. I wondered if this was due to a "stuck lifter" and in the process of investigating it, came across a significant wiggle in the crankshaft pulley as it was revolving. Here is a video of the pulley you can...

Just bought my first tractor. A restored Ford 8N with a brush hog for $3,500. I admit, I have never so much as touched a tractor before in my life. In fact, I am a little concerned about driving it up on my car hauler as I would like for my first act of ownership to NOT be flipping it over on...

I have a carburetor from a Ford 8N. I purchased a rebuild kit and disassembled the carburetor. After cleaning it up, I went to reassemble it and am having some issues. I have all of the old parts and the new rebuild kit. Would anybody be interested in finishing this job if I ship it to them? I...

I have a 8n with a front mound distributor and 12 v. I just jot is and it ran fine worked up 1/4 or a acre went to use it a week later the battery was dead so i busted it it did not start right away like it did before but started. about 5 min later started to sputter and staled like there was no...

i HAVE A 1950 8N THAT I USE REGURLARLY. VERY RARELY IT APPEARS MY CLUCTH WILL NOT DISENGAGE AND I CORRECT THE PROBLEM BY CLIBIMG A HILL OR DEPRESSING THE BRAKE WITH THE CLUTH PEDAL DEPRESSED, THAT USUALLY RELEASES THE CLUTCH AND I GO ABOUT MY BUSINESS. DURING A RECENT WNOSTORM I WAS PLOWING MY...

In the picture above, what are the two pipes? They aren't on my other 8N. By looking at them, there is one that leads down to the hydraulic pump. The other is in the cover..... Right where you fill the hydraulics. Am I seeing a hydraulic take-off or something like that?? I have never heard of...

My 8n was running rough replaced coil worked for a while then would not start. Pulled offdistributor to check points. Points where not opening. Replaced points distributor cap rotor. Installed distributor and still wouldn"t start. I am getting 6 volts to coil but no spark to plugs what now. Any...

My dad has a Ford 8N (know this from previous research). He was using it several years ago and the implement snagged on a large rock, rocking the tractor enough to dislodge an ill installed fuel line at the bottom of the gas tank. It caught fire and burned up all electrical, tires, paint...

Is anyone using a tiller with an early 8N (pre live PTO)? From what I understand the tractor is too fast in first gear, around 3 mph, to work right.

Hi all, I am new to this forum and need some help. I have a Ford 8n, side distributor, 6V system that will not crank. I do not have a clue what it wrong with, but assume it is the timing. I have tried timing the tractor by putting the timing mark on 4 degrees BTDC, seeing where the rotor is...

which way does the" open"side of a pto oil seal face ,this is the replacement rubber seal thanks

I'm considering turning the rear wheels on my ford 8n tractor to get a wider wheelbase. But I am concerned that it will not fit on my trailer after that my trailer is 6'10" wide. Has anyone done this and how wide is your tractor after you do it?

I am new to this forum, and I just bought a Ford 8N, it has the 12V conversion but it wasn't and is currently not running. I have checked the spark, its good and blue-white. I figured it was then a fuel issue, so I tried a bit of starting fluid and didn't even get a sputter..... I have hand...

OK, all you purists can shake your fingers at me. I have wrecked a perfectly good Ford 8n to make it into a Hot Rod Tractor Name - Frank-N-Ford. OK, this has been my side project for a while now. In memory of my father Frank and his faithful old 1949 Ford 8N tractor. Goal is to have it...

Looking for someone to work on my 8N tractor. I am in Topeka, KS. Thank you.

Friend has a boomer 8n tractor with cvt trans. Has a code on display and tractor won't move. It has happened before when it got wet after it dried out it worked fine. Dealer mentioned bad wire harness but can't seem to locate any problems. Anyone ever had a cvt problem

I'm shopping for a rotary tiller for my 1950 Ford 8N tractor. What size will work best? What would be the best one for my tractor? Thank you, Rick230

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As some of you know I purchased a 1951 Ford 8N at an auction recently and so far I couldn't be happier with the purchase. But I do have one question. At idle or slightly above the exhaust makes a popping noise but when you throtle up it is not present. Back down to idle or slightly above and the...

May be horse trading my Ford 8N plus implements for a Kubota B5200D 4x4 -- no loader. I have done a lot of searching and checked out tractor data. I am new to tractors and diesels so I am trying to make sure I understand what I am getting into. I think the main differences are size, modern...

Specifically, How do I engage the hydraulic controls to: a: Raise and lower the front implement (plow blade)? b: Raise and lower the rear 3 Pt Hitch gear, with or without an implement attached? Thanks!

I start this tractor, when not in use, a couple times a month to keep the battery charged and fluids flowing. I started it about a month ago, ran fine. Went back 2 weeks ago, only cranked with ether and only ran on full choke. The fuel in it is pushing a year old, so I drained the tank and carb...

hi guys just unloaded my 8n from a friend needs some TLC he has converted it to 12 volt it has front mount dist. he said it has problem cranking now not in the carb or fuel system going to check the points any advise other problems I need to look for ?

Attached are some photos of toolbar I built for my 8N. With the hipper/hiller attachments: With the cultivator attachments (just a test fit so didn't take off the hipper/hiller): The brackets I fabricated to attach the cultivator shanks.... .....and discs Finally got a coat of...

Hi all, I have a 52 Ford 8N with side mount distributor. I've just given the tractor a full tune up including: points, plugs, wires (copper core), condenser, ignition, wire harness,and pertonix flame thrower coil. There has never been a resistor in this tractor so no need to worry about that...

I have a 1950 Ford 8N. I want to purchase a sickle bar mower for it. I found an International 7 ft. sickle bar mower. Will that fit and will the tractor be able to run it?

I have a 1950 Ford 8N tractor that will not start. When I try all I get is a "click" from the starter cylenoid. I have checked the ground and made sure I have a clean, tight connection. The battery is good. It is a 12-volt system.

Hi this is my first post so I am not sure this is where it belongs. On my ford 8n I recently broke the seat bolt while trying to remove it (It is sheared off nearly flush). I attempted using an extractor but I did not drill my hole on center, so I was thinking of pulling the rear cover that has...

I have a 8n put new point condenser plugs wires cap, it has the original 6volt system still I crank it no start as soon as I hook the jumper cables to it fires right off runs perfect shut it off try to start with out cable no start if anyone could help me out please thank you.

I am in the process of changing brakes on my 8N tractor. Unfortunately I lost the diagram and have no idea where one of the springs go. I know the one that goes by the adjuster and the big green one goes on the outside. Where does the other one hook? Thanks

Hi folks- I recently bought an older Ford 8N. Everything works but it has a few issues. -The hydraulics only seem to work when the PTO is engaged & spinning. -After about 30 minutes of mowing the motor slowly loses power and almost stalls out. I have to dis-engage the PTO and wait for the...

The tractor has been running fine until the other day. I went to start and had some firing issues. I had to jump it. Still no fire. I stopped and checked the fuel for water and got back on and pushed the start button and nothing. I checked the ballast resister and starter switch and had current...

I am considering a Ford 8N with Sherman over-under drive and a 661 Workmaster with live PTO and power steering. For $600 more than the 8N, the 661 is probably the best choice. The 8N is a $2,000 tractor with new paint. The 661 has been actively used on one farm for the past three decades. I...

This tractor is a 6V system. 1951. New armature in generator and new battery (before the gennie was found to be at fault) and a new voltage regulator 8 weeks ago. Today I received the dreaded text while at work from my spouse, "The 8N is dead, again". This is the second most valuable piece of...

MY TRACTOR WOULD RUN ABOUT 2 MINUTES AND THEN DIE. WAIT TEN MINUTES, RUN GREAT FOR TWO MINUTES AND DIE AGAIN. REPLACED COIL, NO HELP. MADE SURE GAS CAP WAS NOT PLUGGED. IT ENDED UP BEING TRASH IN THE FUEL CONTROL, ABOVE THE GLASS SIGHT BOWL. TOOK THE ASSY OUT FROM BOTTOM OF TANK AND JUNK RAN...

I have a Ford 8N tractor which was recently purchased in very good running condition. It was built in 1947. It has one problem with the steering. When the steering wheel is turned in one direrection and then turned in the oposite direction, there is a third turn of the sterring whell before...

My 8n has a steering problem, new style steering box, when I turn the wheel the steering shaft moves up and down as much as an inch. Could this be as simple as bearings, or do I have bigger issues. I am gonna tear it down, possibly this weekend.

PTO on my Ford 8n won't stay engaged.The engaging lever pops out and PTO disengages.How do I repair this problem.It's a 1952 8n.Thank you in advance for your replies. Ken

Have 8n ford that I bought last year and it ran good until I parked it for the winter. Started fine this spring until I tried plowing. Made one round and it quit so started checking and found a melted coil. Replaced coil , points, dist cap, condenser, and added a resister to 12v to coil...

A problem has cropped up with my Ford 8N. I use the tractor primarily for bush hogging, and the tractor ran fine at the end of the season last year (around October). I did not use the tractor any during the winter, but did put fuel stabilizer in the tank when I parked it in the shed. I also...

I am having trouble finding a well made shaft with spark advance weights .Any one know where to get a part that will work right?

I am having trouble finding a new shaft that will work.These after market parts for 8ns seem to be slipping in quality.Any body know a parts maker that it reliable?

I have an old 8n which runs nicely and i picked up a Dearborn 2 row cultivator. How wide should I set the corn rows? I plant by hand but I now need to cultivate with the tractor because the lumbar spine won't let me use the walk behind rototiller for weed control. I plant 4 row sections, 25 feet...

Just changed the oil on my 8n tractor. When I removed the drain plug, I noticed that the screen was not above the drain hole. Upon further inspection the screen, housing and tube were just laying loose in the oil pan. Thought it must have been this way so I filled with new oil and when I started...

Looking forward to find answers and help others where possible. Also getting ready to DIY Pole Barn, most likely 30X40X12/ using metal truss and looking for any suggestions to get it done in the most economical manner. Any - All suggestions and comments will be greatly appreciated = "BRING IT ON"!

Recently (as in two years ago) we acquired a ford 8n tractor with a front mount distributor. Today I finally decided that I would like to do a tune up on it since the oil looked like it was 30 years old as did the coil points plugs and gas. So I replace and set the points put on a new condenser...

I have a 1950 Ford 8N Tractor. I lifted the plow and when the engine is off it very slowly settles to the ground. It does this wether or not the pto lever is forward or to the rear. Is this normal or is there a slow leak? If it is a leak how can I fix it? Thanks,

i have a 8n 1950 ford when i raise the hydraulic arms with the lever if i dont hold the arm tight to the top the arms drop down when i let go of the lever

I have a 1950 Ford 8N Tractor. I've ordered a new in the box fuel assembly. I have two questions: 1: When I remove the old fuel assembly from the tank, I wanted to put something on the threads, like Teflon tape, Do they sell one that is use for a gas engine? If so what color is it? 2: Also...

I noticed the fuel bowl has a very slow drip. I tightened up both lines on the valve but drips still form. I saw a couple on ebay for $14.24 and $13.20 with free shipping. One of them states the part # is 2N9155B the other states #NAA9155B. Are these the same part? and is that a good price...

I noticed the fuel bowl has a very slow drip. I tightened up both lines on the valve but drips still form. I saw a couple on ebay for $14.24 and $13.20 with free shipping. One of them states the part # is 2N9155B the other states #NAA9155B. Are these the same part? and is that a good price?

hi i have a 48 ford 8n tractor and i was out plowing snow with it and i went to lift up the blade and it went up then dropped and now it wont raise anymore. I took the blade off and i still cant get it to raise. the arms fell down further then normal and i can lift them up and down without any...

I inherited a 1952 Ford 8N and a 1968 Ford 2000 gasoline tractor when we acquired a horse farm recently. The 2000 is in need of TLC, while the 8N, used to pull the critical manure spreader was reasonably well maintained by it's previous owner. I am reasonably capable around machinery, but new...

I bought an 8N 1950 Ford tractor that has been changed from a 6 volt to a 12 and the man said it just quit on him. When he checked the distributor shaft wasn't turning. We pulled it to see if it would start and the distributor shaft bend and broke the casing. We have replaced all the damged...