Recent content by BossofBBQ

Thanks for all the useful insight guys, I really appreciate it. My new 4 PSI radiator cap from Just8Ns is due in tomorrow. I believe the thermostat is installed correctly- pointy end towards radiator. No overheating issues either. I’ll update you guys tomorrow when my radiator cap...

haha, that's funny, gave me a good chuckle. How loud are they? I assume noise level differs with engine RPM- higher RPM=more vacuum, meaning more noise.

That's a neat system, very clever idea to use the engine to supply vacuum. I don't think that's quite what I have though. We'll just say it's a "unique" modification, and leave it at that...;) It's all put back the way it came from the factory, at any rate.

I think I’ll stick with the 180* one then. This is very much a “weekend warrior” tractor, not an everyday working machine. I have a new radiator cap on order- I’m in the process of restoring this tractor and wanted a replacement cap with the hood ornament…😉 Will update you guys when it arrives...

Thanks for the replies everyone! I’ll put a new 4 PSI cap on and see if it fixes my issue. Ultrarunner- the factory N-series thermostat was 160*, IIRC that would result in a normal operating temp of 160-180. I was told that a hotter 180 degree thermostat would get the oil hot enough to boil...

Hello everyone, first time poster, long time reader. I am the proud owner of a new-to-me 1950 Ford 8N tractor. Upon purchase, I did the usual maintenance: fresh fluids/filters, new 180 degree tstat, and a new fan belt. The problem is that once it reaches operating temp, there is a steady...