Ford 5000 1972 256ci Diesel
Model Year: 1972
My Ford 5000 was a hand me down gift. It was part of a farm land management company and used mainly for spraying chemicals. It has an unknown number of hours on it and was maintained very poorly. It was given to me needing a cylinder head gasket, leaking from everywhere, decaying electrical system, and weak hydraulic functions. I am a mechanic so this is appealing to me as only parts cost and availability is a hindrance to me. I have repaired or replaced the following: cylinder head gasket, exhaust system and muffler, water pump, radiator, thermostat, oil bath air cleaner, power steering pump and lines, driver seat, lift arms, tires, starter, generator, instrument cluster, voltage regulator, grafted and fabricated a later suitcase weight system, lift piston and cylinder, resealed hydraulic pump, top cover and remotes.
Pros: This tractor is a work horse as a 40+ year old, 69 hp, 2WD, beast. With all of its ailments, it won't die and always fires right up for more work.
Cons: Wish I had front loader and 4WD.