ford 5000

Bob_Young · Oct 7, 2005

Hey, Chris, we need more details. It's diesel isn't it? How many hours? Tach and gauges still work? 8x2 transmission or something else? How's the rubber look? Much blowby when she's running? PTO shaft got much runout (more than a quarter inch)? Clutch adjustment all used up?

How can we make informed decisions for you without good information? /forums/images/graemlins/grin.gif
Bob

Soundguy · Oct 7, 2005

Lets see. 80% rubber, owner had just got done mowing the shop pasture with it using a 7' mower. Diesel.. gear tranny ( 8x2 ) NOT the sos 10/x tranny ..

Will put in another call tomorrow for more details.

Was told wear items like clutch / brakes 'ok' Unit has a genny that I can see in the pics, will ask about tach / tach drive and charge condition of the genny, as well as play inthe steering.

Soundguy

RickB · Oct 8, 2005

Earlier (65-68) version w/ roundish grille has steering cylinder in the front bolster. They get sloppy and can be finikey about actuating the valve. Some of these parts NLA. 69-75 models integrate power steering in the steering box. More reliable; more repairable.