I run an old new holland #67 and it is pretty good. You don't need independent PTO, you just need to learn to rake well. You do however need an over running coupler and probablly a 1 1/8 inch to 1 3/8 inch adapter which can be one unit. Any old baler should be OK, JD 14t, Massey 12, International 45, New holland 65, 66, 67, 68, 69. I like the new holland and the JD has a pretty good following, Although I would find a dealer and see what you can get parts and service for. You will get a lot of negative feedback trying to hay with a ford N series but I am here to tell you it can be done, and it can be fun. Good luck!!!