1986 Ford 1510

[woody]

My Dad has decided to down size and basically get rid of everything he didn't have to have, and I got because no one else wanted it a 1986 Ford 1510 in pretty sad shape. I may not restore it to it's former glory but I will restore it to working condition.

 

[milkman636]

Working condition is the best condition there is for an old tractor. Doing useful things with something old and discarded is very satisfying.

It looks complete, so hopefully this one is not too far away from that goal.

Did your dad fill you in on anything that you might be up against?

 

[woody]

first things to do is new tires, that is why I have it raised up so I can get the front tires off. Then I can get it in the shop for a complete oil and hydraulic oil with filter change.

 

[milkman636]

Will it start and run?

 

[Tinhack]

In my opinion, 1986 was the last good year for Ford tractors. They went downhill from there then New Holland tried. NH should have stayed making implements. They were good at that.

I plan to be buried with my Ford 3910 which is a 1986 in pristine condition. (Restored from the picture in my avatar.)

 

[woody]

Will it start and run?

It will now and the hydraulics are working although a little sluggish but I am hoping when I get around to the fluid and filter change it will get better.

 

[milkman636]

That’s a good place to be starting from. If you don’t already have some, it may be worth searching around a bit for service and parts manuals for that model. They can be a real help in understanding the path of the oil flow and where any hidden screens or restrictions might be. Ford was good at making tractor manuals.

 

[woody]

That’s a good place to be starting from. If you don’t already have some, it may be worth searching around a bit for service and parts manuals for that model. They can be a real help in understanding the path of the oil flow and where any hidden screens or restrictions might be. Ford was good at making tractor manuals.

Yes sir I looked at Tractor Supply and they are out of the manual that covers the 1510, so I'm looking for a PDF I can download or I may check a different TSC later. I put new front tires on yesterday and found something to build the grill out of, but since I have been real busy helping my in-laws on some house repairs it's going to have to wait a little longer.

 

[woody]

Well I done it now I was trying to break down the rear tire and bent the rim with the bar I was using after bending it in a couple of places I got a little to rambunctious and when I was done I think I need a new one.

 

[milkman636]

Yep, I've found that I have the best luck mounting tires when I throw them into the truck and take them to the tire shop.

Hopefully there are some used rims and tires for sale in your area that could work.

 

[woody]

I have not found a replacement wheel yet, I have two new tires so I'll have to stay with the size wheel/rim that I have. Today may be Hammer Time and see if I can make that wheel resemble it's former self.

 

[woody]

Got the wheel beat back in shape but it will have to have a tube from now on. The numbers on the Wheel/Rim are W11x16 0587 Japan. I believe it is referred to as an AG wheel

 

[airbiscuit]

I had a Shibaura SD1500AO. It was a 15hp 2 cylinder diesel about the same vintage as yours. It was tough as nails. Those Shibaura built Fords (and New Hollands) were great tractors. Add pics as you make progress.

 

[milkman636]

Got the wheel beat back in shape but it will have to have a tube from now on. The numbers on the Wheel/Rim are W11x16 0587 Japan. I believe it is referred to as an AG wheel

There are usually other brands that use the same wheels. Having the width and diameter from the stamping will help. If you take some measurements and figure out the size of the bolt circle, you may be able to find rims from a different tractor that fit. They may be a different color but they’re interchangeable if all the holes are the same size and line up.

 

[woody]

I went ahead and flushed the radiator, changed air and fuel filter and of course got air in the line ended up bleeding everything and the coolant looked like muddy water or darker but it all looks good now found another tire shop that will do tractor wheels but no body is open till Monday.

 

[milkman636]

I went through the same process a few years ago with a tractor that belonged to my wife’s grandfather. It was gas powered and needed a carb tear down along with a tank cleaning and replacement of the fuel lines. It was a fun little project for a couple of my boys and I.

I ultimately ended up selling the tractor after my youngest hopped off without taking it out of gear. He’s too accustomed to hydrostatic transmissions. I was standing next to him when he just hopped off before I could get the reminders out, still in gear and at part throttle. He hopped off the side, out came the clutch, and we watched it motor across the yard and hit a tree. It then tried to climb up the tree while we were trying to shut it down safely. It was an adventure.

After that my wife’s sentiment for the tractor diminished some. Then the pandemic happened and its value increased to the point it made sense to sell. But it still made some good memories.

 

[chim]

I have your tractor's little brother - 1210HST. Pound for pound it is the most scrappy little fella.

 

[woody]

Before and after picture of home made grill

 

[airbiscuit]

That works!

 

[milkman636]

Looks stronger than the original. Have you considered hitting it with a touch of ford blue?