I have a 1963 Ford 801 Powermaster. It likes to stall when it gets hot. I am thinking vapor lock but am not sure. If it is I am trying to figure out a way to fix it. The gas line does run...
We rebuilt the Hydraulic pump and installed it back on tractor. The lift doesn't work and there is no oil coming out of the drain on top of pump if removed. Do I have air in the system and if so...
OK guys, let's kick the tires on this 801 SOS. I have been warned about these trannies, but the tractor looks so "straight", I can't help but being interested. It was owned by the girls...
My father-in-law is trying to deal with his brothers estate. Sitting in the field is a Ford 801 and 2000. What would these be worth running vs not running? I am not sure how long they have been...
Just bought a 801 with a backhoe and front loader. I want to plow, and use the pto for my brush hog. Is it difficult to remove the backhoe and what is the procedure if it is doable?
I have a dealer close that has a nicely maintained Ford 801 for $2000. I need a tractor to bushhog, plow, disc, rake and sickle bar mow with. I am not used to a single stage clutch tractor and...
Does anyone on here know where I can find wheel weights for the front of my Ford 801? I am having a hard time trying to find them. Also, would filling the front tires with fluid really add any...
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I am very new to this so bear with me if I have no idea what I am talking about. I am going to be closing soon on a 4.5 acre home that is currently about half mowed and half brush. The...
I was looking at a Ford 801 with a select-o-speed transmission and wondered if it worked like a syncro shuttle transmission. The videos I have seen on YouTube show the speed changes, but I...
hi, i have a 1959 ford 801 select-0-speed and have got a couple problems. we use it every week but the battery seems to drain in the morning when we go to start it, its a brand new battery and new...
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My name is George and I am new to the forum.
I have a Ford 801 diesel tractor. runs and starts great, hot or cold. Maintains good oil pressure (hot and cold) problem is, when it gets hot...
Any one have any info or diagrams on the injector pump on this thing? It's leaking fuel into the oil and I dont know which seals to change out to stop it. I also need to re-wire the old girl and...
I just recently bought a 1959 Ford 801 Powermaster, 821 model, tractor. It runs good but needs some TLC. It will idle at higher RPM's with no problem, but when you slow down the idle speed it will...
I Know I should buy the manual, but enjoy reading others repair questions here, usually more comprehensive and concise.
Have the replace the $3 shifter pin on a Ford 801. Do I have to remove the...
Well, I've never posted in the vintage tractor forum before. But, here I am. My friend has a Ford 801 tractor with the original six volt electrical system. Recently, he jump started the tractor...
I'm thinking of buying a frozen-engine 801 as a parts tractor for my 860. Other than the later year, what does the 801 have or not have? Does the 0 indicate no PTO? Owner said it was a 5 speed...
Does anyone know how many 801 diesels were made? Saw a nice 841 diesel and just wondering if it's anything more desirable than the other models. I've always liked the 801's and thought someday I...
Hi all, new to forum. Have a question about a Ford 800 series tractor. Recently I have converted over to alternator and electronic ignition (coil was replaced as well). However now when the...
I have a 1956 Ford 801 Powermaster with factory power steering. I dont use the tractor that much and over the years have repaired the power steering parts hoses, cylinders, used pump etc.
I have...
Does anyone know how many 801 diesels were made? Saw a nice 841 diesel and just wondering if it's anything more desirable than the other models. I've always liked the 801's and thought someday I...
any body know where u cam get a parts diagram for loader 703 lift cyclender .mine are leaking think i found seals but the cast peice that goes after nut is broken
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Ford 801 diesel tractor
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My name is George and I am new to the forum.
I have a Ford 801 diesel tractor. runs and starts great, hot or cold. Maintains good oil pressure (hot and...
This 801 lift does not work at all... Have substituted a working pump, rebuilt the cover, adjusted linkage- absolutely nothing. Fluid comes out of the pump plug when running.If the pump is removed...
My Pastor has an old 801 Ford industrial, he thinks around a 64 or 65 ish gasser with a loader on it. He says the shift fork come undone in the transmission so it doesn't shift. Guess the cover of...
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I finally joined after lurking for years lol....I am working on my 801. Months ago I took it apart for a complete overhaul and now I'm finally getting it back together but I think i'm...
I've got her running right - idling at 475 and no longer bogging down above 1800. Turns out all she needed was a clean fuel line and new gaskets. While I had the carb apart I replaced anything...
gshiffle
Hello,
My name is George and I am new to the forum.
I have a Ford 801 diesel tractor. runs and starts great, hot or cold. Maintains good oil pressure (hot and cold) problem is, when...
Old tractor has been sitting for year since getting a new one. Have it sold but can't get it to run. No Spark.
Did some voltage readings below and need help knowing what to do. Any help is...