farmall distributor repair part 1: disassembly, evaluation, & cleaning

Farmall distributor repair & rebuilding is not that difficult; most parts are readily available and the unit is not very complicated. I bought a used distributor for the Farmall H, but before it can be installed on the tractor, it needs disassembly, evaluation, and cleaning. I also show how distributors work, with a focus on the timing advance mechanism.
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[@rodneywager2142]

Always great to have tractors that parts can be swapped from. My boys and myself have 4 H's a 300 and a cub. Don't know how many times we've swapped starters and coils and tires, just to finish the day . Nice work on the distributor. I never mind working on the Farmall's, truly made for multiple lifetimes.

[@billroberts3864]

Again Pete, thank you for being an engaging master teacher. You make your videos interesting by sharing your information in an easy to understand manner. Blessing to you....

[@jimh1369]

It's nice to be able to work on old equipment without a computer. Simple adjustments and hand tools are all it takes to keep Farmalls running. Thanks for sharing, Pete. Good to learn how to disassemble a distributor for an H model.

[@pablomarionette6160]

Friggin' love your channel Pete! Cheers from Nova Scotia!

[@barbaravickroy7563]

So step-by-step clear. Regards from the Ozarks.

[@kosh7911]

You are a master of a dying art form. Amazing work and very satisfying to watch! I wish you lived near me. I own a 1947 IH Farmall C and would love to learn this trade from you.

[@ihildreth]

Pertronix makes a pretty slick electronic ignition pickup that replaces the points and condenser. I put one on my dads 350 utility and its been solid.

[@mihandsplitters705]

As always another quality video. Thanks Pete!

[@JacobAHull-nx6rx]

If you get an angle grinder with a flap disc it is great to remove metal fast like after welding

[@davidritter9510]

excellent video . very informative can't wait to watch pt.2

[@trevorscott5625]

Fantastic attention to detail - well done!!

[@adamconley9403]

I wish I had your brass balls - I look at a project like this and think "I could do that", then I start taking apart itty-bitty parts and immediately clam up just *knowing* I'm going to break it, lose things, or assemble it completely wrong and just *know* that it would be cheaper if I had just ordered new or stuck with what came shipped, regardless of quality. Hats off to you. Maybe if I watch this series, I can build up the intestinal fortitude to do something like this while shutting up that part of my brain!

[@jacoblatshaw3004]

Great video

[@bretdavisdmd]

I'm always impressed with your mechanical abilities. How'd you learn that?

[@JustaFewAcresFarm]

Reading and practice!

[@AutoCrete]

Overall I think this was a great informative video. Just after the 9:45 mark you refer to the lobes on the cam that open the points as points as well. It's a bit confusing if you are not familiar with distributors. I know it's not easy to explain on the fly but I'm sure that some wrinkled foreheads appeared between 9:45 and 9:55 for the less well versed in mechanics.

[@JustaFewAcresFarm]

Lobes!! That the word I was looking for! You're right, thanks AutoCrete.

[@weezer-tx8pe]

Where do you get the springs for the weights? I need some for and allis charmers ca.

[@Wales-62]

What is the best tractor to buy and love the vids

[@TLbrown2011]

Pete, I’m rebuilding this exact distributor. I need one spring as I had one broken when I opened it up. Do you mind sharing “your contact” for the springs? I can’t find any and I’ve spent a few hours today on the internet searching. Thank you sir!

[@Webfra14]

I could have taken that thing apart, no problem. Then put the parts in a box. Then put the box on a shelf. Never to be opened again...

[@MUFFLERDELETE101]

I can fix that mag off that h for ya buddy...I been working on magnetos for 25 years..and it will be hot...when I'm done..

[@Drew-gj1es]

Another informative video. Looking forward to the second part of this. I probably would have lost some parts or came out with a couple extra, lol!

[@JustaFewAcresFarm]

Good teaser for part 2, "Will there be any parts left over? Stay tuned..."

[@CharlesWT-TX]

Use to be a prank played on shade tree mechanics. While their back is turned, add parts to their parts.

[@buddysexton7059]

Thanks for the excellent how to video on rebuilding the distributor. I have a 1953 super c farmal with a distributor # 353898R1. I need to springs for the spark advance. Someone wrote an article stating that this distributor for the super c required two different size springs for use on the spark advance system. The springs that f two different sizes were on the tractor were of two different sizes. Can you recomend a source of supply for the distributor springs?

[@brianpritt4154]

Now that is a total distributor take down!!!

[@ladylilithparker]

I will probably never own a tractor, but I love your tractor videos! I live vicariously through your tinkering, and I'm looking forward to the next step in this process.

[@pattymelton2617]

What is your source for the springs

[@rowanprice2304]

Can’t wait for part 2!

[@jasonwhitler4167]

Our H would surge at idle and it took me the longest time to figure out that it was those pesky advance weights binding...

[@genesloan3175]

I loved your farmers fix! That was smart to completely tear that all down.... And then I thought, how was you going to remember where everything went..... Oh, yeah, you are videoing the whole thing. Review is right in the video. You're a smart guy, Pete!

[@hilltopfarms224]

Is this a six or 12 volt set up?

[@JustaFewAcresFarm]

12 volts. Only difference from 6v is the coil has an internal resister to step down the voltage.

[@hilltopfarms224]

@@JustaFewAcresFarm Thanks Pete. Trying to resuscitate a Super A. Without your knowledge the outlook is grim.

[@frankcadillac9151]

Its tough now to get good condensers, most are pacific rim and one size fits all. The condenser, like the butler, is always suspect.

[@corydriver7634]

Try putting the brush on the drill in the drill press instead, then just bring the part to the brush.

[@bobtucker9188]

Need to upgrade your tap set...it appears you were using a number three or finish tap, number one or starter tap would have given a better thread...and please splurge for a tap wrench! Great video

[@adamfontana537]

Great video! You make it look so easy

[@frankcadillac9151]

An assortment of paper punches are handy for making gaskets.

[@tracyknueven9375]

You sir are a modern day farm MacGyver! I would have to take a video on my cell phone when I take it apart and replay the video hundreds of times to get it right and then there would still be parts left over!

[@290wayne]

Nice explanation of how it works.,. Thank you.

[@thurmanparker7579]

Very good, excellent narration knows how to take you through the process.

[@AntiqueCarsandStuff]

Great video Pete.

[@larrymoore6640]

I remember my Grandfather working on one of his old tractors and making odds and ends as he needed them. My Dad was good at making replacement parts out of what he had around. May not have looked fancy but it worked.

[@JD-ce4so]

If you stick the greasy parts in a hot dish washer they come out awesome The dishwasher not so much.

[@garlandhenry6792]

Good video thanks

[@robertsaenz7194]

Awesome video

[@sethvlieger6007]

Have you thought about adding an electronic ignition to the distributor while you have it out and on the bench?

[@JustaFewAcresFarm]

I don't use electronic ignition; points are so easy to repair and replace.

[@MUFFLERDELETE101]

I started my channel because of advise from your one video

[@JustaFewAcresFarm]

What video was that?

[@MUFFLERDELETE101]

The one when you talk about leaveing your desk job and fears and concerns about running a farm..it just hit me hard and made me think....since then I have started my own business And a channel..so thank you.

[@JustaFewAcresFarm]

Good for you!