Hi, I'm the new guy!

[86096]

I did find an operators manual online which I read and it certainly was worthwhile. I think I could actually jump on and probably get rolling. There are some fine details which I couldn't figure out... the throttle lever beside the steering wheel... is faster up or down. The manual said to open the throtttle 1/2 way to start and then turn the key to allow the warmers to heat up and then to crank it. How long do you wait for the warmers? Is there a light that goes on or off (like on a diesel car) when it's ready to start? The manual says to select a gear and go... can you change from low to high range while rolling... what about changing gears on the fly? I also have no idea what any of the sector arm stuff and 3 point hitch stuff means! I promise you I'm not a complete idiot... just never had the chance to drive one before. (But I'm so excited... like a 3 year old at Christmas!!!) Thanks again to all who have extended the warm (cyber)hand of greeting) All the best! Horst

 

[stuckmotor]

It'll be best to wait for a Ford owner to answer your questions. I only drove one once and don't want to tell you wrong.

 

[NativeSon]

Welcome from East Texas. Study up on how to safely operate the tractor. They can be dangerous so be careful and good luck.

Charlie

 

[stuckmotor]

86096,
I can't help wonder if a manual by a different author might answer your questions. When I can afford it, I sometimes buy car repair manuals from two and even three different publishers. Having just one important question answered so I can understand it, offsets the cost.