Don't even know where to start

[Soundguy]

If looking at 65+ then ALL ford smallish tractors are gonna be 3 cyl ie.. 2/3/4 series. by the time you get tot he 5series.. you are getting into a 70hp machine.

prior models.. liek the 6xx/8xx are obviously older. many people overlook those and find the 3 cyl instead.

Did I actually say that the 3 cyl are more troublesome? or did I refer to something more specific? for instance.. on a gasser 3 cyl.. the carbs are more finicky if a holley.. and the puel pump system is a bit drawn out.. etc.

the basic mechanical pto setups from the 3000 and down are 'essentially' the same technology. a very minor difference in some parts and R&R.. etc.

drivetrain is also similar.. again.. untill you get to 4000.. then you get gear reduction and wet brakes.. etc.. etc. independent pto.. different pump setups.. etc.

kinda really depends on the subsystem in question as to what is more difficult.

the front axle and bolster setup from 39 on up for any of the 3xxx ag series that use radius rods is virtually identical in function and repair, if having a few parts and setup differences.

hyds changes at 65 and 75, and between 3xxx and 4xxx models.. etc..

sheet metal differences.. etc.

wireing is for sure more simple on a pre 65 model.

if you have a specific question, shoot. otherwise.. we need to talk about a specific system if you want specific answers.

for instance. I'd rather rebuild the pto on a non independent pto machine.. or do the brakes on a non wet brake machine.. just due to less steps and disassembly.. etc.

 

[dave1949]

.. and if the hay thing didn't work out, maybe we could give weed dating a try..

Never heard of that, but I guess if you want to know what gal looks like on her ... aw forget that.

I think you would have to adapt your dating to something else besides weeds. You would have to plant a big garden first, and that's a lot of work.

Now, fireflies are romantic, and a hay field should be loaded with them in June, the traditional month for weddings. You could get one of those one-day marrying permits Maine has and offer a complete package.

"I met my sweetie chasing fireflies in a Maine hay field" sure beats "weed dating."

 

[keegs]

I think you would have to adapt your dating to something else besides weeds. You would have to plant a big garden first, and that's a lot of work.

... :laughing: How is it I know what you mean by this... :laughing:

 

[dave1949]

... :laughing: How is it I know what you mean by this... :laughing:

Because you are a guy, and guy's minds run in a very tight circle.

 

[keegs]

Hey Gents...I'm looking at a Ford 2k that has turf tires on the rear. I'm wondering whether the turf tires have any downside...I plan to use the tractor primarily for cutting hay..TIA

 

[LMan1967]

Well, others may correct me but turf tyres have the least traction of the three tyre types. Lightest footprint but worst traction.

 

[keegs]

Because you are a guy, and guy's minds run in a very tight circle.

Hey Dave, I was thinking about all those years when I'd start the garden with great gusto and enthusiasm only to run out of it steam and see it go to weeds. Maybe I should have been growing barley and hops instead of tomatoes and peppers back then.

 

[Soundguy]

Hey Gents...I'm looking at a Ford 2k that has turf tires on the rear. I'm wondering whether the turf tires have any downside...I plan to use the tractor primarily for cutting hay..TIA

as long as you don't need agressive traction diamond tread sand or turf tires are fine.. good flotation. I have a few machine with turfs.

be aware that many turfs are on 24" rims not 28" rims and are quite pricey when you go to repalce them.. but don't let that dissuade you from a good tractor deal.

 

[keegs]

as long as you don't need agressive traction diamond tread sand or turf tires are fine.. good flotation. I have a few machine with turfs.

be aware that many turfs are on 24" rims not 28" rims and are quite pricey when you go to repalce them.. but don't let that dissuade you from a good tractor deal.

Thanks Soundguy...did you mean that if I decided I needed diamond tread at some point that I'd need to replace the rims and the tires?

One more q ..if you would...according to tractordata.com the 2k has a non-synchronized trans. Not sure if that's the only trans it was sold with... do you? I've never owned a car with an auto trans but all were synchronized manuals...Any insights about the unsychronized trans...is it for pulling heavier loads? ...is it an economy trans?

 

[Pitch1]

Thanks Soundguy...did you mean that if I decided I needed diamond tread at some point that I'd need to replace the rims and the tires? View attachment 275539

One more q ..if you would...according to tractordata.com the 2k has a non-synchronized trans. Not sure if that's the only trans it was sold with... do you? I've never owned a car with an auto trans but all were synchronized manuals...Any insights about the unsychronized trans...is it for pulling heavier loads? ...is it an economy trans?

All a non synchro means that you can't shift while moving. With a tractor you start in the gear you are going to use. You just need to feather the clutch. Sound guy seems to be quite familiar with the Fords. transmissions will be different on different models and submodels of a series depending on how the tractor was specced.
If you haven't operated a tractor before it is a short learning curve. If you have "machinery sense" you will listen to your tractor with your ears your hands and the seat of your pants. You will soon learn when you are stressing our abusing your equipment'

If you have turf tires you would not need a diamond pattern or vice versa. Used tractor rims are quite cheap and readily available. The only change I could imagine you making would be to an Ag tread. With 2wd you only need to change the rears.