ford 8n

dear box contaminated with water .Did not know this until I went to use one single degree morning and pto was engaged and tractor was difficult to turn over.Lift won't work pto o.k..Question is did I damage anything or should I drain and refill gear box.prior to any p.m.open to suggestions.

How involved is this? The hydraulics are getting real weak, struggles to lift my 4ft bushhog. I have good basic mechanical skills and basic hand tools, some air tools.

I have a 1952 8N with Sherman over-under in good shape. Using an Awesome Henry kit, I am putting a Windsor 351 Ford into it. Don at Awesome Henry has been great with information and ideas. Anyone out there with experience and/or tips for this? I will have a nice 8N motor that carries 45PSI Oil...

1948 Ford 8N, pretty much in original configuration. I was skidding some trees out of the woods, and ran the tractor for about an hour, with no problems. Heading down my driveway I opened the throttle a bit, heard a metal clicking come from the fan blade/shroud area a couple of times, and...

I am knew to tractoring and just got my hands on an old 8N. It has 28" rear tires and I am in need of chains for plowing this winter. Does anybody have any suggestions as to which type of chain to purchase. I probably will buy used. My tractor mechanic suggested that ring chains are hard on the...

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how to set - advance - timing on frt dist ford 8N ?

hey all new to the site and new to 8n's. I picked up a 1950 to 52 8n, it hasn't ran in two years. when i bought it the guy told me the it didnt have a spark. so i clean thing up so i can see everything and fixed some wires with bad connectors. then i couldnt get the starter to work so i got a...

What multi-grade engine oil would you use in an 8N Ford tractor that would be good for all year usage? I'm thinking maybe Rotella or Delo 400 in 15W-40. What think y'all? This tractor doesn't get used more than about 10 to 15 hours per year, if that much. Thanks in advance, Tim

What multi-grade engine oil would you use in an 8N Ford tractor that would be good for all year usage? I'm thinking maybe Rotella or Delo 400 in 15W-40. What think y'all? This tractor doesn't get used more than about 10 to 15 hours per year, if that much. Thanks in advance, Tim

I bought this cultivator and the guy said it was 3 point. Once I got it home, I am scratching my head wondering how to hook it up. I feel stupid! ;-)

Hi guys, I am new to the forum and tractor world! I recently purchased a well kept 1950 Ford 8N with side mount dist. and converted to 12V. The previous owner, just prior to selling, had a local mechanic do the conversion. I am concerned that is was done improperly as I have narrowed my...

on a 8N tractor, just aquired, there is a lever, just behind the Hydraulic control lever, also a slotted (Filler ) just to the right of the lever, these are unknown to me, can you identify and explain the use ? :

The paint is finally dry so its time to put the rear end back together. I tried to keep it all in order but over time and with painting it all got mixed up. When I took it apart I found it was missing seals and gaskets (no wonder it leaked so bad). I have been looking at the shop manual and...

When attaching the impliment power shaft (Mower, etc)to the pto, there seems to be a pin that moves in and out, can you explain the operation of this ? Also is there a small entrance hole on the pto shaft that must be alligned ? Thanks, have just got a mower for mine and trying to attach it. Bob

This Spring, I took my 1952 Ford 8N (I have owned this 8N for about 5 years) to the local New Holland dealer for some maintenance work. At the time, the 8N was running, I had recently changed the oil, filter, plugs, points, condenser, but I was concerned about the transmission, hydraulics, and...

Was searchin craigslist and saw this tractor - Just had to share it 1952 8n Ford Tractor with track converstion

Hello everyone. I was directed to this net by surfing Google looking for tips on replacing my 49 8N Fords rusted out fuel tank which I have started doing yesterday. I got the hood off, which was my main concern. Kind of a pain in the butt for something so simple, but that was mostly due to...

I think I have a problem I have a Ford 8N I drained the rear fluids replaced them with GL1. now the lift does not move at all. It is in gear and looking through the inspection port fluid is moving above the pump

Hi there. I've never posted but have been reading for years. I have an 8N that has a problem with the lift. Last year at the beginning of the season it didn't work initially but once it started it kept going for the whole season. This year is seemed to be the same but only started to work after...

Trying to find what size/model baler that can be used with an old 8n. Not concerned with manufacturer. Field is fairly flat and I don't plan to pull a trailer. Thank you for any assistance. Phillip

Thinking about trading my 1990 Miata for a 1952 8N Ford with new paint and new tires in mint condition.... What is the going price for the 8N?

Just bought a semi-restored '52 8N. Saves me about 3 hours a week in mowing time. Looking for more seat time, but I have cut, hogged, and plowed up about everything on the property. Lovin' every minute of it.:)

i have a ford 8n i turn the pto on with tractor in nuetral and the 3 point will lift the brush hog right up but as soon as i press in the clutch the 3point will drop it right to the ground how do i fix this problem?

I have an old 8n Ford with a Howard gearbox behind the transmission. any idea how many of these were produced and how much they will help the value?

I just bought this tractor at an auction. I brought it down a steep hill down to the lake. It had a very hard time getting back up the hill and it stalled out 3 or 4 times. (too much load) At finally made it back up the hill, and I figured something was wrong because it seemed to have low...

Hello from Oklahoma! Thanks for the warm welcome. Especially kind people on this site. My very first question for my husband and I forgot to add the make and model (first time I promise-so far) and all were great! Thanks. We're going to take a shot at our first restore.

There is a 8N in good condition near me for sale. Has been cleaned up, repainted and appears to have no active leaks. Tires are good no signs of dry rot or serious damage with about 50% life remaining. No one was home to get to fire it up and hear it run or a test drive, so everything above is...

Okay, I've never seen this before. I went and looked at an 8N yesterday with a backhoe on it. I expected a homemade job. But it's not. It looks like it is factory installed right on the back of the tractor. The Hydraulic/Differential housing is completely different and the Backhoe looks like it...

I just bought a ford 8n tractor with a monroe moldboard single bottom plow. When I try to plow the second furrow the plow leaves a plow width between dead furrows. How can I adjust the plow so it turns the second row into the last furrow?

I am currently restoring a 1952 Ford 8n. I was wondering if anyone knew how much red paint I would need to purchase. I have the tractor torn down to the frame (engine, transmission/lift and axles).

I Currently have a 1952 ford 8n. I am going to look at a 1965 ford 2000. I know it does not have power steering. He said he thinks it is a four speed but it does not have a hi or low. It is a 6 volt system and has to be jumped to start, bad battery? It has good tires. He inherited it from his...

No loader or attachments, rear wheels @ normal width? I,m buying one from my father but won't bring it home until I have something built to keep it out of the weather. Thank you.

I recently went to the barn and found my 8Ns coil and wiring burnt up. Though a little strange, I figured I must have left the switch on and battery connected for this to occur. Anyway, my dad restored this tractor and happened to have an extra coil. It requires an external resistor unlike...

Hello everyone! I am new here at tractorbynet. I have a 1952 ford 8n with a 6ft howes bush hog. (Yes, I know it is to big but it was dirt cheap :thumbsup:. It weights between 750-850lbs. My tractor will lift the bush hog about 1 1/2 foot off the ground when cold, but after it warms up it has...

Hi all im new to tractorbynet form.I have a ford 8n front mount dist. i put new coil points and condenser and rotor button and cap on three times still no fire. I know i cant have 3 bad coils and points from different places could any of you help me and tell me what im doing wrong

Need a starter solenoid for a 1952 FORD 8N. Sits on top of starter and is 6 volt. This is for My uncle who has macular degeneratin. He hooked wires up backwards and fried the solenoid. Any help locating one would be greatly appreciated.

I did a 12v conversion on my 1952 Ford 8N last night, and think everything is ready for me to drop in the new battery. Does anyone have a recomendation for a napa (the store next to my office) battery that will fit?

Hi, Just a quick introduction, my name is Kyle and I just got my first tractor, a 1949 Ford 8n. I included some pictures and I will probably have lots of questions along the way. My first question is when I took off the PTO drive cap about 1/3cup of oil came out, does this mean the PTO seal...

Restoring a 50 8N rims and center disc are bad need used parts to replace

First Post at TBN. Hello,:D Has anybody found a modification repair for a broken or missing oiler on a 1952 8N side mount distributor? I'm rebuilding my distributor and the oiler was missing and the hole packed with dirt. I was wondering if a zerk fitting similar to the zerk steering box mod...

I have a Ford 8N which is stubbornly refusing to start. When pressing the start button, I hear a click in the starter motor but nothing else. Not sure where to go from here. Anybody got suggestions or had a similar experience? Cheers. Jim

I have an 8N with a bucket that is used primarily to lift some equipment and plow a driveway and parking area at a shop in winter. I recently bought a Yanmar YM226D and am the third owner. I was looking for something a little more agile and with power steering. I will use it to move snow in a...

I was mowing the other day and when I left the tractor I noticed what looked like water running down the side of the block, just above the starter. I traced it back to the mating surface of the block and head. My first assumption was a faulty head gasket, but the tractor runs well, no water in...

I am working through some starting issues on my 8N. It is a side mount, and i have put new points (set to .025), and a new condenser on it. I am now thinking maybe something is wrong with the ignition switch, the actual on off switch. Mine has what looks like an aftermarket toggle (push in /...

Do you suppose he could be a secret TBN member? Way to go Jay! You look good gettin' some seat time. :thumbsup: Jay Leno's Garage

Joined TractorByNet today to keep an eye out for useful tips on refurbishing our newly acquired Ford 8N, serial number 308681. This will be a three generation project; Grandpa (my father-in-law), me and my son with heavy reliance on Grandpa's mechanical skills. My own father had one of these...

Hello I've been reviewing your site for some time now and found it to be very helpful in our search for a new tractor, thanks for all the great info. In the end we did a lot of looking, test drives and research. We actually ended up doing a spread sheet to compare the various tractors we looked...

I need to get a back blade for my old Ford 8N. Do you think a 7' blade is too big for an 8N to handle? I'm thinking about buying a Land Pride Back Blade...

I am having trouble with the hydralic lift i can get it to raise up but it will not go back down. I need to know how to fix it

I need a starter for my 1950 8N. Mine just crapped out on me. It spins freely but 12V @ 2amps wont spin it 12V @ 40amps barely spins it and 12v @ 200amps spins but gets really hot.

Just bought my first 8n, not ana ctive farmer just like 8n

Background: 1952 8N I bought it and the clutch was like a toggle switch 1/2 inch from down to full clutch engagement. The adjustment clevis was at it's limit. I thought it needed a new clutch so I ordered a set and using info from this forum I did the replacement. Seemed fairly simple. The...

I am new here and I need some help to help a widow I know. She has two 1950 Ford 8Ns that turn over but will not start.They did run about three years ago. They have been sitting since her husband became ill and could not use them. The radiators are good, they crank, get spark to the primary...

I recently changed the brake shoes on my Ford 8N tractor. When I replaced them, they did not stop the tractor any better than my old shoes that were worn out. I used the Intertec FO-4 manual to adjust them after replacing them. I am wondering if I did not position the brake shoes correctly in...

I just bought 12 acres of land and am looking for a tractor. Found a 1952 8n that looks to be in good shape but just not sure about something that old. Also any other suggestions on the type of tractor I should buy will be appreciated. I just need one for general operation...disc, bush hog...

I purchased a ford 8n but it is in wyoming and I live in bend oregon I just wanted a old tractor to play with but now I find the shipping costs are way high Twice what I paid for tractor I don't know what to do can it be moved on a car trailer any suggestions would be appreciated. Thanks John

On an 8n with a front mount distributor, is changing the fan belt as simple as loosening the generator bracket, slipping off the old belt, and then slipping on the new belt? Or do you have to remove stuff to get access to the the old belt to take it off & put the new belt on? It just seems...

Hello all, I have a question regarding my 1949 Ford 8N tractor. It has been converted to a 12V system (before I purchased it). It's haveing some trouble starting now--no spark, and as I look over the system, I notice that the coil says "External resistor required". However, the supply wire...

Hello all, I am new to the site and living in Mebane, NC. I have a Ford 8N (1948 or 49, I believe). I've had this tractor for about a year and kept it running (mostly!). However, I have all sorts of questions about it! Although it runs most of the time, I often have electrical issues...

I was talking with my NH sales rep in Bangor last night and he was told to give a last years leftover 8N, with FEL, away for 28,000 CASH. They won't do it if its financed. Anyone interested contact Ralph at T&B Equipment. E

I recently purchased a 1951 8n The hudraulic lift will not work. There is no apparent or unusal noise in the system, all other functions are in order, Where do I start? I want to do the work myself. Help if you can. Thanks

I have been doing some research on how to get my clutch working better on my 48 8N. The clutch takes between 3 seconds an 1 minute after i push the clutch pedal for the clutch to engage (disengage?) so i can change gears or put it in gear. I think the strategy in the below post would help...

I know this must be a common question, and I hate bothering people. BUT from what I've been reading here so far there are alot of junkies on here that love to just talk tractors, and thats never a bother. It always brings out new info and history. What my father in law has at the cabin is a...

Hello to all the LS owners on the forum. I've owned, maintained, and operated a 1948 Ford 8N tractor for the last 23 years. I have 6 acres and I use the 8N mainly for brush hogging our pastures and grading dirt and gravel. It's been a great friend and helper, but now that I'm getting older, I...

Looks well used and in need of work. Asking 1500 but was going to offer 500 if it ran. Thoughts

i have a 1952 ford 8n, and just bought a two disc plow, someone told me i should use 12 or 14 inch disc, anyone can help?:confused2:

After much agonizing, deciding, and re-deciding, I pulled the trigger on the purchase of a new (well, 2009) New Holland Boomer 8N from Tim at New Albany Tractor Sales in Indiana. I bought it with a QA FEL and Hawkline 6 foot slip clutch shredder, Rimguard R-4 tires, and a red front grill guard...

First of I would like to say hi to everybody me being new and all !! I have a question. I have a next door neighbor that has sold me some land last fall witch is great . Now I had plenty of room to build my gauge and also wont have anybody building a home next to me because I own it. But my...

We got hit with a rain storm in between snow storms this winter and there is a layer of ice under everything. While this was happening, I was asked to help manage a horse bording operation. We have a Ford 8N that we are trying to use to haul the manure spreader down to the pile. Have some old...

I am getting ready to rebuild my 1951 Ford 8n. Any ideas on the best way to remove the cylinder sleeves?

The three point on my '47 8N does not want to raise all the time. If I play around with the lever, it will eventually come up. Someone once mentioned to me that there is a pin inside the housing that is probably worn. Anyone give a better explanation? Mark Kraabel Minneapolis Itr's warmed...

I posted a while back that I was close to buying one, well I did get that job done. It came with a loader and a 7ft Farm King blower. So far I've only had one opportunity to really use it moving snow. 90% of the time I used 2nd gear, set the throttle about 1800 rpm's, and it worked great. I used...

Hi, I'm Nick. I have about five acres to mow and a football field size garden. My John Deere 110 is struggling (great tractor, just too small!), thinking of getting a Ford 8N (or 9n) with bigger impliments (front loader, finish mower, snow blade, tiller). Any recommendations on how to...

The steering on my Ford 8N will steer to the left fine but it locks up when I try to turn it to the right. It finally went out all together and I replaced the top and bottom bearings on the steering column and put it back together but with the same problem. I'm not much of a mechanic but I am...

I have a 50' 8N with a dirt blade on the front. After 40+ years of pushing snow and leveling dirt the steering has become very tough to turn. Is there any adjustment I should try or is it steering box replacement time? Thanks

Ok a little history about it. i bought it in march of 2010 for $800 It needed a rad and had a cracked block i welded the block and hasn't leaked since. heres all what i put on it since i owned it. New Rad. New Rear Tire and tube New front tire and tube New Pto Shaft the coversion 1/ 3/8...

I was shredding my monster foodplots and broke my steering on the 8N. I had to finish by stomping on the drag link to steer to the left. Took the tractor to the shop yesterday. I'll be taking my left knee to the shop next week for another shot! Lot's of fun.;):rolleyes: YouTube -...

I was using my Ford 8N to cut the field. It quit. I checked for fire and didn't get any. I checked the coil wire connection through the distributor and found that it was shorted. I fixed that and a ohm meter checked it ok. I then had fire to the plugs. It still wouldnt start. I pulled...

I have a 1947 8N, with a front mounted distributor. I've read all through the archives, and can't find much info on carb problems. I normally take the carb apart every year, and clean it good with carb cleaner. I know to do this when I have to choke it a little to smooth out the engine. I...

I have been loking at different grous about some of the restoration prossesis on ford 8N's I live in New Mexico and enjoy seeing wht others have done to their Tractors

I just joined this group, after find the web page on the internet. I was searching for a tuneup kit, after checking at our local Tractor Supply store. For some reason, TS has started handling cheap made kits, at a high price. I finally found what I was looking for on Ebay. Does anyone else...

what is the difrenc in a 8n and a 9n

I am about to takle replacing the clutch on my 1952 for 8n tractor. I nver done this before on a tractor, I have replace the clutch on my car and I am somewhat mechanic savy. Am I getting over my head? Anything I should know? Thanks

I just recently purchased an 8N Ford tractor with a 5' mower. Brought it home, change the fluids throughout, sharpened the blades on the mower and went to our land and cut 3 foot tall grass/weeds like crazy. Bounced the crud out of me because it so bumpy but never the less the 8N ran strong...

I just rebuilt the carb and it dies on acceleration. I have no idea what's going on. I have new fuel, clean lines and it can't get up to 2000 rpm, separate from the gov even. I've adjusted all the needle valves to specs in the book. (main adjustment 1.5 to 2 turns off bottom, idle needle 1.25...

I just rebuild the carb and it dies on acceleration. I have no idea what's going on. I have new fuel, clean lines and it can't get up to 2000 rpm, separate from the gov even. I've adjusted all the needle valves to specs in the book. For some reason when you open the thottle plate, the engine...

I'm looking for anyone who has used a 4-6' 3 pt. rototiller on a Ford 8n tractor. I'm considering purchasing one but I am wondering if 1st gear will be geared down enough for it. Looking up on a table I found online for the 4 speed 8n, the ground speed is 2.77 MPH (with engine at 1500 rpm) in...

I am trying to help my uncle with his 1952 Ford 8N. It will run as long as you are spraying starting-fluid into the carburetor. He has rebuilt the carburetor, and that did not help. He took the carburetor off a second time, and went through it to make sure that he didn't miss anything...

I am trying to help my uncle with his 1952 Ford 8N. It will run as long as you are spraying starting-fluid into the carburetor. He has rebuilt the carburetor, and that did not help. He took the carburetor off a second time, and went through it to make sure that he didn't miss anything...

Advice, please, on a suitable trailer to haul a 1949 8N Ford tractor behind a 1997 Toyota Tacoma six cylinder straight drive 4wd equipped with a towing package. Thanks!

Greetings all. My 8n steerig is very tight and hard to turn. Does anyone have any suggestions?? I tried to loosten the adjusters, but the inner screw only turns about 1/2 turn. Im not sure if I should push it, or not, or if it will do anything anyway. Thanks in advance. Ron Z

I bought a 48 Ford 8n a little over a month ago. It started the first week I owned it but not easily. After the first week I had it the starter burned up and the flywheel teeth broke. I have since replaced both and have the tractor back together enough to try starting it. When I bought the...

I just bought a month ago a 47 Ford 8n tractor. There is teeth broke off of the flyweel so I ordred a new one and took the engine out tonight to change it. Everything went fine until I tried to remove the ringear from the flywheel. I can not get it off any ideas? Alan

i have a '52 8n tractor. last week while cleaning my drive way it started to loose power so i stepped on the clutch and it regained power, so i nursed it back to the garage. Now it wont start. when i hit the starter it doesn't make a sound just sets there. the battery is fully charged , fresh...

im considering buying s ford 8N. i have always heard they have always been awesome tractors, very stable ( I have 12 rolling acres) to bushhog, . I also have a need for a front end loader. Can the 8N be equipped for that?

Looked at a buddy's 8N Ford tonight. Ran fine last week when he parked it. No spark now. This fellow bought the tractor last summer but is the original shade tree mechanic. No meters, lotsa crescent wrenches and pliers, yet he is able to get any small engine running. The tractor has been...

does any one have any ideas how to add weight to the front end of a ford 8n, i have loaded tires, but i how like to keep the front end a little closer to the ground when towing cedar. especially after the ground gets muddy, any idea's wound be greatly appreciated , thaNKS.

My dad purchased 8n afew months ago,issues started there. First experience with tractor even though somewhat knowledgable with automotives. Tractor would start run about a minute then shut off. Battery weak , found bad alternator. 12 volt conversion with front end distributor w/reducer block...

I got this email by registering on their site, but it looks like it would be good for anyone if you're about to buy a Boomer or are sitting on the fence about it. Just print it out and bring it to your dealer. Update: Not so pretty below- all the pictures they had are gone in the transfer...

Evening all, I've been browsing these forums for info a while now and got around to registering today. Lots of smart people here! My question lies in an 8n I'm looking at buying. I'm going to look at the tractor over the next week so I'm trying to gather what all I need to check out. So far the...

1.) I know I'm not the first to do this but I tried to jump start my 8n with my pickup before I knew anything about the tractor. Believe it was flooded but not relevent now. Didn't realize there was a problem until the jumper cables started to melt. 2.) bought shop manual etc. learned about...

Anyone heard what the price is on the new Boomer 8N's? Thanks

Anyone know how to tighten up the slop in a N series Ford tractor steering sector?? No help in the manual and there doesn't seem to be an obvious way externally. The only way I could think of without a complete disassemble was to somehow adjust the steering column up or down. Thanks Bert

Trying to get son-in-laws 8N front distributer, 6volt pos ground to start. He replaced plugs, points, cap and rotor, but I think he turned the distributer! What is the best way to get distributer back in or do I just crank it and turn it till it starts to fire? Any help on a hard starting 8N...

I have a 1952 Ford 8-n tractor with a positive ground. When ideling the tractor puffs white smoke, while under load the smoke goes away, why?

I have a 1952 Ford 8-n tractor with a positive ground. If the tractor set and gets cold for me to start it, it has to be jumped then it runs fine. whats the problem?

I have a problem with my steering on my late 40's early 50's 8N. I got stuck in a ditch yesterday and one of the front wheels was in the air, the other n the mud. I was finally able to back my way out, but I did something to the front end. Now the front tires are splayed, and when I turn one...

I got a call from my dealer that they were going to have one of the new 8n boomers for a few days so people could check it out. I have to say the cvt trans would take a while to get used to. First off the things hauls @$$! The sales guy said it'll go over 20mph which was too fast for their lot...

Can anyone help me figure out a fair price for this tractor? I know nothing about it, other than it's a late 1940s (based on info from previous owner); loads of new parts/paint. haven't tried to start it yet (has been sitting in the barn for a few years). All original manuals and service...

Can the transmission gears be replaced without splitting the tractor? Third gear is missing a few teeth. New owner. I have the service manual ordered, but not in hand yet. 1952 8N regular 4 spd.:confused:

Greetings all! I've just joined TBN to listen, learn and hopefully one day contribute as new discoveries come my way.

Does anyone happen to know a NAPA part number for the exhaust (what we used to call) donut gasket? :confused:

I keep my 8N outside, so it gets exposed to the cold here in Ohio. It starts right up without any problem, though. However, this weekend when I started it up I had a problem. Specifically, when I let the clutch out the engine stalled. And I couldn't get it in gear. It was acting like the...

I need to replace the waterpump on my uncles old Ford 8n. I've never worked on one before, and thought I'd ask if there are any tricks or tips, or if it's pretty straight forward...

Anyone see this yet? Try this website MBtractor.com the 8N new holland retro tractor.coobie

been helping a friend to bring his 8N back to live after years of just sitting in the yard(The tractor , not me)Got it converted to 12volts,electronic ignition and installed a new radiator,greased the thing and changed the motor oil(sludge).Tractor fired right up,hydraulics and pto work fine.One...

Went out to start the tractor and I have no oil pressure. The oil level is high enough on the dip stick and should be alright. Where should I check first? Speedy:)

I am looking for the 2 main pins that hold the loader on the tractor,anybody know where I can find them.thank you.

Hi, I am in the market locally (Houston-ish) for a tractor. I have found two that I am looking at and they look almost the same to me. One is a Ford 9N and the other is a Ford 8N. They both are pretty darned old but they both look good. They both run well (the internet ad says so anyway). One is...

Will a Ford 8N/9N fit a TC30? ..if so, is it recommended? Thanks, farmER

My '49(?) Ford 8N tractor (front distributor) quit on me, and I saw that gas was running out of the bottom of the carb lower body. Closer inspection revealed a recessed screw had fallen out. I removed the lower body, and reinstalled with a temporary plug, but now misses badly. Can anyone tell me...

Mods feel free to move if this is the wrong forum. 1951 Ford 8N tractor with Dearborn grader attachment. Low hours. Runs & operates ex. Only 42 known to exist.

Well... It never fails.You talk something up, it will break!! :D The steering went out on my 8N this morning while I was hogging. The steering wheel is screwing right out of the tube that goes down to the main assembly. It's bringing out another tube and spring assembly with it. (tube...

For you Ford fans... current GA Farm Monitor had a story on the Grove Tea Plantation in S GA. I think this is basically a guy who collects old stuff (buildings, machines, tractors etc). Among his collection is a Ford 8N S/N 1. In case youre down that way maybe youd fins it interesting.

I just bought my dad's old 8n Ford and need some help to get it running.I need new spark plugs ,points and all that stuff. Is there a kit available for that and where?? I also need to change the transmission oil as it looks sorta crappy. What kind of oil do I need. Will the Hy-tran oil work? I...

Just purchased a 1952 8n, and the mechanic said several things wrong, overfilling with hydraulics being one of them. He said he needed to "break the tractor apart and split" right below the battery and look at the clutch and replace if necessary. I went back to his shop, he explained all that...

I am thinking of converting my new to me 1947 Ford 8N to fuel injection and Electronic Discharge Ignition System and do away with the old carb and points and condensors. It would maintain the govenor to regulate engine speed. The fuel injection would give it more reliable starts and allow the...

On a '47 8N I am having a no start issue and I think it has to do with the carb. When I removed the air intake pipe which is between the air cleaner and the carb there was fuel spilling out of the intake pipe. I pulled off the carb and dissasembled it to find the float bowl was bone dry but on...

Editted because of double post. Please do not respond to this post... Speedy:)

Can I burn kerosene in my ford 8n?:confused: mixed with gas or by it self to save gas and money With gas being so high :mad: Thanks phil

Hello, We're needing to replace our 8N with something that has more traction (BIG hills here!). Does anyone have a recommendation of a unit (gray market) that has a locking rear? Or would you recommend going with a 4x4? It'll be used for mowing, light farm work and snow plowing on 8.5AC of...

Well, i went out to build another chicken pen today, as the wife is getting some silkies she doesn't want mixed with the rest of the heinz-57 chickens we have .. so i loaded up all my tools and lumber into my yerf-dog CUV.. went out.. it rained on me a bit.. but I had little time.. so had to...

Hi , for a long time I have had to jiggle the shifter when pressing the start " BUTTON " to get the old girl to start, now I can jiggle til I fall off to no avail. Is there a way to bypass the interlock ? This old girl has been a good tractor and aside from changing all the rubber I have only...

Good Day! After reading another thread related to prices for Ford 8N’s, I thought I would try to get some input on an 8N purchase I am considering. In this case, the tractor is owned by my brother and he simply wants to get a fair market value. Here are the specifics: 1947 Ford 8N (year based...

I've been lurking around this site for awhile and have decided to ask for opinions/Advice about buying an old 8/9N Tractor. I eventually will buy a new Subcompact for my land, but untill I move out to it I need an older tractor to Brush hog it. I needed something that I could leave out there and...

I was wondering if anyone could point me in a direction. I am interested in putting a backhoe on the Ford8N I own. I was wondering on what size could I use. Is there a limit on the size...I know I don"t want a 11footer but thinking something in the 8foot range. Would that be too much for the...

Couldn't find anything in the search, but here is my dilema. I happen to have a complete 1949 Ford Custom Deluxe 4-Door sedan. I haven't had any luck selling it (complete car) and have been toying with the idea of picking up an 8N and doing the "Funk" conversion. I see that there are still...

Does any one know how to fix the brakes from leaking fluid from the rear end onto the pads I have replaced the seals pads the gaskets and still have the same problem. I might have them for a lil bit but then the get oil soaked and im without brakes. If I can get these fixed i plan on buying a...

I removed the side mount distributor from my 8N tractor and seemed to have messed up the timing. I think I turned the rotor shaft. How do I put it back on correctly?

I bought a house and 2 acres a little over a year ago, and have been slowly cleaning out the back acre, which was so overgrown with tallow trees and vines that I couldn't see much more than a foot into the tangled mess. I began to clear by hand but gave that up after a few days because the...

I just bought a Dearborn 19-42 loader (jungle gym type) and was wondering if anyone has one or one like it on their Ford N-series. Mine looks to be strong and heavy. I never had a loader on my 2N yet and i am wondering how it will handle it.

I'm a big believer in RTFM. I'm a new 8n owner ('51) and to avoid asking a million repetitive questions, what book(s) should I invest in getting? I though I had heard a suggestion of the I&T FO-4 shop manual. Does this cover all model years? Would this do it for me or are there other...

After reading numberous posts/pages/website/visiting dealers, I am down to these two options. Here are the uses for the tractor: Here are our plans for the next 6 months: 1. Clear out some trees to make way for an outbuilding (smaller ones and I can use a chainsaw) 2. Fix several areas...

8n ford\'s fan,s Are their any 8n Ford tractor buff's on this vintage tractor forum? My old 8N has been with me for 30 plus years. It has several modifications. I'd be interested in hearing from anyone who still uses and or loves the good old 8N. Please see attachment. Yugo

What is the correct setting for each of the 3 valves on an 8N (1952 model). A couple weeks ago, I took the carb apart to put in a new float and messed around with the valve settings. Just got it running again today...it ran pretty good for the first 15 minutes. Then, it kept acting like it...

I have had my tractor for about 2 years. Just recently it started burning lots of oil. When the cutting season ended I took the head off. Lots and lots of carbon. I removed the side plates and found one of the cast housing for the tappet was broken. This is part of the block. I could see into...

Hi all I just got a 52 ford 8n that had been in a field for quiet a while the told me somethang was wrong with the hydraulics on it so got it home had to buy a carb for it got it running adjusted tappets and engine runs great transmission seem to work great I engaged the pto and try the lift and...

Can you tell me what type of and how much hydraulic fluid I should use on my Ford 8N tractor? I believe it's around a 1952 model. Also, while checking the fluid my son dropped a very small soft rubber animal in the tank. It was about an inch by a half inch and hollow and fairly soft. Do I...

I finished bolting the genny down to the pallet, and then put the pallet on the carry-all, and adjusted the pallet with the pto shaft hooked up to get everything correct, and then bolted the pallet down to the carry-all. I had run out of time and needed to get to work.. but I just HAD to see...

I am looking at a 1952 ford 8n gas to buy as my first tractor mainly for field mowing and setting fence post. The tractor is in good condition orig paint comes with brush hog, rear blade, post hole digger, plows , disc and small trailer to pull with tractor all for $3500 is this a good deal...

Well.. once again.. my 8n proved its worth, and impressed the wife, by pulling storm duty. When the huricane was predicted to hit.. we gathered up our semi-free range chickens in pens and stowed them iv a very safe /secure section of the barn. We did this by piling our empty cages on a...

In my quest to find something to mow my excess acreage I have ended up with a Ford 8n (51 vintage) and ford 951 5' brush mower. It seems to be pretty solid but has a couple of things that need attention. It starts well and idles smooth as a kitten but when wrapped up especially under a load it...

I went to another consignment auction yesterday. spotted a nice restored 8N Ford up for sale.

You guys on TBN remind me of all the guys I see out there on one of the other boards for the Ford 8Ns.... You're a bunch of great lifesavers... THANKS for all the excellent advice I've read thus far. I've been lurking for a couple weeks now and I've decided to ask for you to bestow upon me...

Just in case someone would be interested. 8N auction

I'm looking for the original styled pto shaft cover for the 1 1/8" pto that the 9n / 2n / 8n / NAA-Jubilee came with. I've seen the modern repro's that are for the larger 1 3/8" shafts.. but was wondering if anyone had an original for sale..perhaps left over from a 1 1/8 to 1 3/8's pto...

I've got a 1952 ford 8n. After I finish restoring the sheetmetal and body work, and incedentals, I'll probably service it. I've heard just about every type of oil sugested for this engine ( flat head 4 cyl - gas ). I guess originally they used a non detergent oil... but guess there wasn't...

I'm restoring a '52 ford 8N. This will be my first tractor restoration. Any tips and/or tricks. I've ordered my replacement parts from www.just8ns.com and am having a machineist make one part for me. Mostly it will be a sheetmetal / paint / rubber replacement, as the motor runs decent enough...

Hello!! I am a college student conducting and independent research project on the Ford 8N tractor. So I need the help of all you experts and owners. If you have a few minutes of time I would greatly appreciate you helping my research out by taking my survey. If you have any questions or have...

How much could I expect to pay for an old Ford 8n in pretty good shape with bush hog ? Thanks