Recent content by RickinVA

Purchasing a '69 Ford 3000, gas, 8 speed, w/PAS this week, and trying to prepare for servicing before I start using it. I've done a lot of online research, but still have some questions. Planning to: change oil and filter change trans./rear axle fluid (hydraulic filters?) change PAS filter and...

Looking at a pretty nice Ford 3000 gas with power steering and 8 speed transmission - asking $4,100. Going back for a second look this week. I've owned a '52 8N for the last 17 years, but am still pretty inexperienced. Have a list of things to check, but my research shows this is a pretty good...

I need to cut off an ORC from my 8N. I don't have a welder so guessing I need to by some sort of grinder or cutting wheel. Would appreciate advice on tools and technique. Thanks, Rick

Hello from the Shenandoah Valley in Virginia. I'm a new member, and run a 1952 Ford 8N on our 8 acre horse property. My problem is with my Howse rotary mower. It cut fine last month, but when I tried it yesterday the shaft didn't fully engage the blades. If I turn the shaft by hand is turns the...