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Ford 1600 Discussions (64)

Here are the most recent 1600 topics from our community.
  1. R

    My new to me Ford 1600

    I have a couple of questions in other threads about my new to me Ford 1600, thought I'd start a dedicated thread vs. hijacking other threads. My 1600 has unknown hours, has a loader, and at this...
  2. S

    Oil & Fuel Ford 1600 Oil Pressure

    I have a 1600 that just had the oil pressure light come on. I changed the oil and filter and the light went off for about 20 seconds but came back on. I have an oil pressure switch on order. I was...
  3. T

    Ford 1600

    Hey guys, going to buy a 1600 from a guy on the next street over. It's a complete rust bucket. The hood is completely rusted off of the hinge assembly, fenders are there but have seen better days...
  4. B

    need some knowledge on a ford 1600

    I am doing a favor for my father in laws friend who just lost her husband. Trying to get her ford 1600 tractor ready too sell. Its been sitting outside for a year. It started right up with a...
  5. S

    Ford 1600 help and wiring diagram

    I bought a used 1600 4wd and was wondering if anyone had a wiring diagram. The tractor runs great, but the key won't shut off the engine when turned to the off position. The headlights or rear...
  6. Adirondaquer

    Just bought a Ford 1600

    After going back and forth with wifie on whether to buy a new machine or rent whenever I needed one, I ended up with a good compromise. I ended up buying a used Ford 1600 that came with the FEL...
  7. M

    Ford 1600 -- Oil Pressure Light On

    Hi folks, I've been reading TBN for a couple of months now and I have a problem that I hope somebody out there can help me with. I recently inherited a poorly treated Ford 1600 tractor (1978...
  8. dodgefan01

    Injection pump ?? FORD 1600

    I will start by saying it has ran GREAT and i've never had any problems with it until now. it's got approx 1300hrs on it (i bought it used). So i went out a few weeks ago to do some work and as...
  9. B

    Ford 1600 will not start

    I have a Ford 1600 Tractor that will not start. I was working in a field with some heavy brush and stopped to take a break. When I went to start the tractor again nothing happened. The tractor was...
  10. A

    Ford 1600 adding a loader questions...

    I've got an old Ford 1600, and I found one of those cheap chinese loaders to put on it. After some research, I have determined that the loader I bought has an open spool power beyond single stick...
  11. B

    Ford 1600 Strter issue

    I have a Ford 1600 where I recently replaced the switch and the starter Solenoid assy. When I turn the key on the switch the starter turns over as it should. If I turn the switch to off the...
  12. A

    Ford 1600

    I recently purchased a Ford 1600 compact tractor. The engine runs good but accordingly to the previous owner the 3 point was slow, especially in colder months. I went to the local New Holland...
  13. R

    Ford 1600 4x4

    The front wheel drive quit working, local New Holland dealer not very helpful on something that old. Might it need split or does the lever pull something into front axle? Is in Northern lower...
  14. C

    ford 1600 injection pump

    i have a 78 ford 1600 im looking for a full diagram of the injection pump and also is the any way to turn tthe fuel up on the pump to make more power?
  15. Kermitfrog

    New member - Ford 1600 & Yanmar 1610D

    Figured I'd knock out the first post with an introduction. My father and I share tractors between our two properties (he has 2 acres and I have 12.5 acres). We've had a Yanmar 1610D for 5+...
  16. B

    Not sure why? ford 1600

    I am not sure why this happens? I have a ford 1600 4x4 with loader. when I am running this tractor with an implement such as a 5ft bushhog I cannot stop the tractor with the clutch until the...
  17. T

    Ford 1600 getting to much fuel?

    I have a project Ford 1600 with the 2 cylinder shibaura diesel engine. It has sat for many years in a barn. I recently cleaned up/unstuck the injection pump to get it running. I did pay...
  18. V

    Ford 1600 No start

    Been having problem with my tractor. Generally an easy starting 2 cyl diesel. The Glowing wire, not sure of proper name. But the one that warms up when you turn the key to left. Well it quit...
  19. B

    Ford 1600 High Oil Pressure

    Howdy. My old 2 cyl 1600 I just bought normally runs around 25 psi oil pressure at 1500 rpm. Something happened and the pressure went to around 55 at 1500 rpm. The pressure is staying up as long...
  20. D

    wheel bolts for a ford 1600

    While tightening the wheel bolts for my mother in laws Ford 1600 I snapped off the head of the bolts. What is the size/thread pitch for the bolts? Easily found at local hardware store or special...
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User Reviews (4)

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5.00 star(s)
Anonymous Poster

1600 Ford
Ford
Model Year: 0

Oldy but goody. Plow, my garden and till about 75 x150 ft. Mow all summer with a 6' woods belly mower. Then plow snow all winter with a 6'hydraulic blade. Uses little diesel fuel and runs great! I also split wood with my 3 pt tractor. Every one said it was too little but it handles splitter real well. Maybe not as fast as a bigger tractor. But plenty for two person operation.

Pros: Good price, good product, no dealer experience since I bought used and have had no problems.
Cons: None.

4.00 star(s)
adamg

1600 Ford
Ford 1600
Model Year: 0

Bought an old Ford 1600 used. I've used it for mostly shredding and moving felled trees and a little dirt work. It is a very reliable tractor. Maybe slightly underpowered, but very reliable and durable. It is old and simple, and fairly easy to maintain. It generally handles 5 foot implements, but would benefit from another 5 hp with them.

Pros: Reliable, durable, easy to operate.
Cons: Hard to find some parts, slighly underpowered.

5.00 star(s)
gravydog

1600 Ford
New to the 1600
Model Year: 1976

I just purchased this little Ford 1600 to get some things done around the house. It should be a good project. It needs a little TLC but mechanically it runs and drives out great! A bit ugly but beauty on this one definitely isn't skin deep. My ratings are basically illegitimate in that I haven't owned it long enough to give a credible review.

Pros: Size, weight, function.
Cons: Bit aged don't know about parts availability?

4.00 star(s)
Ghg

1600 Ford
Ford 1600
Model Year: 1976

I pick this tractor up to do snow removal and some yard work. It came with a front end loader and it has a three point hitch with live PTO. It was used and neglected, the oil was like tar, the front end loader frame is loose and was cracked in places. I have to change the king pins in the front end because by the looks of things it was never greased. Other than that I like the tractor. With a little TLC it starts and runs fine. It does what I need it to do. With the two cylinder diesel it runs a long time on a tank of fuel.

Pros: Diesel powered, small and compact.
Cons: No power steering.

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