how to service your FARMALL tractor

[@KDStocking]

Pete, love your content, my wife introduced me to your channel. Grew up on a 360 acre dairy farm. 18:06 you talk about electronic ignition. I used to have a 1960's Puckett Brothers Grader with a gas Ford 192 industrial engine. I changed over to a Pertronix ignition (kept all the original equipment as a backup), unexpectedly I found that I used less fuel over the course of the day. To the tune of about 1 1/2 - 2 gallons per 8 hours of run time. The Pertronix never failed me in the 10 years I ran it. Just a thought. Thanks for your time and effort

[@paulpelosi7808]

I just purchased my first tractor which is a farmall c!! 1948 i think. This video is phenomenal! Thank you!

[@StandUpRt]

You sir, are my new favorite person on KZbin!!! Every single video I've seen of yours is both interesting and expedient. For someone who hates having my time wasted I sincerely appreciate that and will continue watching!!!

[@JustaFewAcresFarm]

Thanks so much Steven!! I've watched my share of slow youtube videos and try to keep mine moving along.

[@StandUpRt]

@@JustaFewAcresFarm , It shows! Keep it up!!!

[@cancermonkey7334]

@@JustaFewAcresFarm you mentioned the milky oil toward the beginning of the video and the low coolant level later in the video. You seemed unconcerned about the milky oil and sort of dismissed it as normal. I’d venture a guess that they are related. Small crack in the block or a related issue would be my guess. Keep an eye on that coolant level. Or even send a sample of that milky drained oil to a testing lab. It could be some cheap insurance and help you in the long run.

[@tomgould8892]

I bought a 1960 Farmall Cub about 45 days ago to cut a three acre field behind our home. It came with a plow, disk, harrow and cultivator, whatever they are. I knew nothing about tractors before getting this one, and if there is someone with less mechanical skills than me, I haven't met them or heard of them. Nevertheless, I bought an owner's manual and a service manual from Steiner's and started watching your videos, and set out to get this contraption running. I watched your videos because I didn't know anything about what I was about to do. So far, I've changed the battery (I knew what that looked like), I've changed the spark plugs (well, I changed two of them because I didn't see the other two first time around), I've replaced hoses (though I have no idea what they do and what they're connected to), and when the thing still didn't start I ended up taking out the carburetor (after I figured out what it looked like and where it was), taking it apart, cleaning the pieces and then put them back together. The tractor fires up like a Ferrari and speeds along with its Mott flail mower bouncing behind at a whopping 3 mph. My dog walks alongside while I mow! All this is thanks to your videos, my manuals, and lots of prayers. One issue: after I put the carburetor back together and reinstalled it, I ended up with two extra pieces that I threw in my junk bin. Since "Cubby" runs so good I decided they must have been extra parts (?). Working on this 60+ year old tractor is pure therapy for me at the end of a long day in the courthouse. All I'm using is the tools that were in the Farmall tool box when I got it. They knew how to put things together back then. Hope I can find those extra carburetor pieces if it turns out I need them. Thank you so much for making it easy for a mechanical klutz like me to have some fun. Tom+

[@qrplife]

As someone trapped in the city I find farming channels such as yours a means of “escape.” Thanks for taking the time to produce these videos. Perhaps in a future video you could do a rundown of your solar PV installation?

[@JustaFewAcresFarm]

Hi QRPLife, that one is on my list. Thanks!

[@ericlaker1983]

Heck yeah I'm liking that for sure!!

[@salvadorhenry3524]

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[@kadekyson6572]

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[@salvadorhenry3524]

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[@christophercantrell1831]

Very detailed video. I've had my Farmall for several years but I'm inspired to take better care of it after watching your video. Thank you!🎉

[@jimh1369]

Thanks, Pete. There are so many steps to servicing old Farmalls, but the effort is worth it to keep them running.

[@greatlakespowerstrokefx4]

Well thanks to watching your video’s for years pete, im going to pick up my first farmall. A 1950 Farmall M. ReWatching this video now for a refresher!!

[@howardperson6341]

I really enjoyed this video. The M and the H are tractors of my youth. I really enjoy hearing all the sounds those tractors make. It takes me back. My grand father had one like your oldest Mc Cormic Deering. I have only seen pictures of it. The sounds of that tractor connects me with him and my uncles too. Thank you.

[@zachpool4085]

I have a new (to me) '41 M and '53 Super H, I just bought the manuals for these tractors, but I am a visual learner, and this video helped me a ton! Thank you for your great instruction and everything you do for small family farmers/ranchers!

[@CosmosArchipelago]

Just wanted to say your commentary is excellent. Love the content.

[@AutoCrete]

Granted we put a lot more hours on the old tractors servicing was an 'added chore' day. The grease gun got worked out quite a bit pushing clean grease in to displace the dirty grease. Didn't seem like it at the time but all of that greasing saves time and $ in the grand scheme of things.

[@slundgr]

I can't remember the last time I saw or used a grease gun on anything. They used to keep one in the tool box on the tractor.

[@nebraska8379]

I have a Farmall M and need to get ready for the Nebraska winter. You said this video applies to other Farmall models as well. Just double checking - my tractor is not a diesel but you still recommend the Rotella T14 15W40. Great video! Thanks

[@JustaFewAcresFarm]

Yes. Rotella is great for gas tractors too.

[@KathyAllensworth]

The hay bailing video was just fascinating!!! I learned a lot and was left with a whole new appreciation of just how much goes into the process. Thanks 👍.

[@Billy-hr6wk]

Thank you so much for showing me the air cleaner service! My father recently passed away but always put a Ziploc bag over the intake to block the rain. Once i saw the ziplock torn i thought i was in big trouble. Thank you for teaching me how to get that water out!

[@plumb_bob]

Love watching your videos and the great detail you put into them. I just purchased my first tractor, a Farmall 350 diesel, and have learned so much so far just watching your videos. Still a long way to go, but plan to reference your channel a lot in the future. thank you!

[@guyshipely9993]

I have used the abrasive of a book of matches for old points. Works quite well. Thanks for sharing your Few Acres Farm stories. As a 74 year old I was raised on a farm/Ranch so I relate well to all your gr8 stories!

[@beboboymann3823]

Just figured it out.......you sir are the Jay Leno of farm tractors. This is all very interesting and educational.

[@gowenrv3762]

Mr Pete.... you are a pretty good mechanic. I am 62 years old and have the very same Super C that my dad bought when I was 6 year old. Unbelievably one of the back tires is the original tire that came from factory. And it still holds air.

[@nicholasleach8770]

Great video as usual. This is quickly becoming one of my favorite channels

[@JustaFewAcresFarm]

Thanks Nicholas! That is a great compliment!!

[@greatnorthern706]

Zen and The Art of Tractor Maintenance. I am once again impressed by your knowledge and know-how!

[@JustaFewAcresFarm]

Thanks Great Northern!

[@joshc7182]

Thank you for this video. Picked up a 47' Farmall A and this helped me go through everything and get the basics done. Very informative and put together very well.

[@pumptruckjim]

I live in town and don't own a tractor,but if some day I do I will be ready. Love your videos and your straight forward presentation style.

[@MarkWYoung-ky4uc]

Excellent tutorial Mr. Pete! You hit one of the main points up front. If it didn't come with an owner's manual, get one! Also, you are exactly right about letting the air bleed out before screwing the filler plug all the way out on the touch control system. Back about 30 years ago, I got sprayed in the face by not doing this. Luckily, I was wearing glasses at the time. Keep up the great work!😊👍👍

[@Flyingbeanman236]

Abt to buy an H that has been sitting for a minute, these tips will help me a ton with getting it all prepped for work, thank you

[@ericlaker1983]

Really like the videos. I know it's hot there is some effort going on there!!! I have the operators manual for 656 I just need to find service manual! Your 656 is what got me on your channel!! I do use the electronic ignition. I understand what you mean if they leave you. I ordered another for safety in case that happen. Looking forward to many more videos thank you for. Great start to my Saturday here in Indiana!!!

[@JustaFewAcresFarm]

Hi Eric, it was hot and it's hard work for me to concentrate on talking things through while getting the work done. I love that 656 and others have said electronic ignition really wakes up those 263 gas engines. Maybe I'll try it on the next 656 I buy! Thanks for watching.

[@robertkelley1990]

Another good job Pete .

[@gwestendorp567]

Thanks for this video. Very good. Grease of the owner of an Farmall super FC. Groningen Netherland.

[@5axmachine167]

Another great video, thanks. I totally agree, Fram filters are the worst.

[@HuskerFan74]

Pete, you really do an excellent job of explaining things! I really enjoyed the video.

[@wendaworkman8065]

Thank you so much for this. I just bought a IH 300. I've got some learning to do!

[@BODEMAN85]

I like that 3 pt top link bracket. Need to make one for mine! Great video BTW. Straight to the point, excellent information 🤘🤘

[@larrymoore6640]

Pete, that was a good basic maintenance video. I agree with you about having the operating manual and if possible the service manual.

[@douglasthompson9482]

Excellent information Pete....you are a passionate professional.

[@goodfriendacres5633]

Hi my name is Reuben love your video they are interesting and fun you inspire me

[@goodfriendacres5633]

😆

[@davidmetzger5986]

Great video. I just found out NAPA has a fuel filter that fits in the sediment bowl of the old tractors.

[@princepa123]

Thanks for the informative step-by-step service on your Super C. Beautiful Farmall

[@fordguy728]

Love your videos Pete. I’ve been a John Deere and Ford guy myself but I’ve always appreciated the Farmalls, especially after watching your videos.

[@JacobAHull-nx6rx]

This was great. We just got back our 1950 Farmall H that was my grandfathers first tractor, and I have to run though all the stuff you just did...thanks do much!!

[@UpstateOutlaw]

Great video! I found that using the curved side of a pick helps seat those O-rings very well. You can usually slide it all the way around the surface until seated. Been a hot summer in Syracuse, stay cool!

[@thomasschultz7770]

Excellent! I learned some things on this video!

[@michael7423]

Another great video Pete, thanks for expanding my mind again!

[@brandonhroza5876]

Really enjoyed the video. We have a super C but with row crop front tires. One of the best tractors we have. Very reliable. Thanks for all that helpful service info.

[@miketrentham6632]

Great and super informative video. I just got a 52 Super A and this video will help me out servicing mine. Thanks.

[@rob7652]

Pete, this video is so good! No nonsense, practical advise on tractor upkeep. Love it! You should start a new channel just about old tractor maintenance and restoration!

[@jasonwatson8375]

Thank you for the tips and what to look for when maintaining tractors

[@libertyjam2057]

great service info, i never heard of using beet juice. great video.

[@coreyfrisbee944]

So I have been watching the videos for the Super C overhaul. I recently purchased one and absolutely love the tractor! In one of the videos you said the safest place for the gas soaked rags is under the heater. So far I have cleaned out 2 buildings and put the rags under the heater as I left the building. Both times the building caught fire a few hours later. Am I doing something wrong?? I only have 1 building left so I need to figure this out! I can hardly wait till fall when I can start on my tractor! And yes the fire thing is a joke! Hopefully I stated it in a way that you were thing is this guy really that stupid. Thanks so much for the videos. I love them!!

[@ihus9950]

Super C with a wide front nice, Thanks for sharing Bud 👍

[@lukagiltrap77]

Really enjoying this channel Pete! Definitely has the potential to go massive. Once again, this Irish guy thanks you for the time and effort you put into producing these videos!

[@JustaFewAcresFarm]

Thank you and thanks for watching!

[@JohnBrown-qk8yz]

Great video! I was deffintly missing some steps in my matnace of my old super C .... Thank you

[@greylovesmanga6155]

Outstanding video !....A lot of info delivered in an excellent manner !

[@DeTransAllianceCanada]

Your tractor maintenance vlogs are great

[@FarmallFanatic]

You got me...I'm Safety Sam 🤣

[@mrstratau6513]

Really enjoy your videos. Very theraputic.

[@ButlerFam]

Thanks for the info and making it simple to understand.

[@IceManOregon]

Your amazing at this, informative well shot and edited too!

[@KyleW818]

i could never understand this stuff before you , thank you!

[@richardrodgers1009]

Another outstanding video and excellent advice! Thank you for taking the time to publish these.

[@jacoblatshaw3004]

Thanks so much for this video. I love these videos!

[@JustaFewAcresFarm]

Thanks Jacob!

[@jacoblatshaw3004]

Just a Few Acres Farm I’ve been spending quite a long time watching some of your videos. I can relate well to them because both of my grandfathers have farm experience and they have used similar equipment to what you use. My Grandpop has an IH 1066 and 986 and my Poppop has a super a and a cub lo boy. I love learning more about the tractors that they use so that someday the torch can be passed to me.

[@atelierdesrochers2631]

Im thinking about buying a International 350 and this would be very helpful

[@chuck7476]

this man knows his tractor well done

[@johnhahn6663]

Pete, I So much appreciate the time and effort you put into making, and especially Editing your Excellent videos. I just subscribed. I would like to point out that the oil filter housing "o-ring" is called a Quadring because of being squared with four sides. Also, in my opinion when One cleans out the quadring groove One should be careful not to damage the groove using a screwdriver tip with a paper towel. If i had to use a flat screwdriver I would want to use caution and some thick cloth or some double or quadrupled thinner cloth. That quadring may not seal well if the groove is gouged, which could happen with a Good screwdriver and inexperienced DIYer.

[@toms641]

That's great review of maintenance for these IR tractors. But please just touch on the safety aspects of these things. Seems loads of people watching these videos think these old tractors are all "warm and fuzzy." This was all "Pre-OSHA" First of all, the PTO on an old tractor can rip a man's arm out. But worse, a trike tractor, or any tall tractor could roll over. Many fatalities years ago, and even recent years as well.. Ford Tractor niche was lower tractors, 4 wheelers with extendible axles. In hilly areas, only old tractors on the re-sale market are Fords. Very few IHs in some locations. Just mention Pete, for the folks not familiar, other things to consider than what a grease gun is for. Thanks. Great vids.

[@thomasme9676]

Merry Christmas!!!

[@Francis1taylor]

Really enjoyable and informative. Bonjour from Paris!

[@JustaFewAcresFarm]

Bonjour Francis!

[@janicewoodhouse553]

(Bob says) the first thing I do every year is to put on cam grease to keep the rubbing bar from wearing and closing the points. A Chester, NH farmer

[@JustaFewAcresFarm]

Hi Janice, thanks for bringing that up! Very important.

[@Farmalleric]

great video learned new stuff that i didnt think of in the past

[@andrecarrier6098]

I like your video on old tractors. This remember when I was a children and My father was doing the maintenance on a Renault Tractor Super 7, 1959. The only think I would like to tell you all of those fluids are carcinogen It is very important to used glove.

[@davidhelbock1859]

Excellent and Helpful thank you!!

[@augustinasvilkas]

I would say you may have a small head gasket leak. The milky oil and the coolant being low makes me think somewhere the coolant is getting by the gasket and into the oil. Not sure if anyone else has commented this.

[@drewr13NJ]

I was thinking the same thing.

[@mihandsplitters705]

Was that love you felt or a severe need of a shower! Another quality video that’s really motivational. Thank you for sharing your knowledge.

[@gordoncote5521]

Hey your a very smart man so much talk about what's a c and, a super c I see in this video you have a super c I've 2 what was super c was wondering what really is the difference lot of confusion around this topic

[@josephacuna8389]

Great video! I’m always learning so much from u

[@hunterdan2002]

Not to complain about you standing in front of the tire while starting, but I remember going with my dad, uncle and grandfather to check out thr neighbors new tractor. My uncle and the neighbor were standing in a similar position as you, tractor pointed towards the back of the barn. He told my uncle, watch how easy it starts (we parked most of our tractors on hills since batteries were always dead). He went to start it, never checked to make sure it was out of gear. Tractor started right up like he said it would and drug them both out the back of the barn. Luckily, they must have gone between the rear tires, missing getting run over. Tractor came to a stop on a tree. That said, looked like you made sure it was out of gear before starting. I sure miss driving our old m and c around.

[@JustaFewAcresFarm]

Hi Dan, wow they were lucky. One of my neighbors was killed when he started a tractor that way and it rolled over him. I always waggle that gearshift before I pull the starter handle.

[@GregMcDaniel-lp1oe]

Your videos are awesome I’m restoring a International 130 and have a maintenance question… Is this tractor a positive ground? Is has sat inn a barn for the last 40 years at my grandparents house… Help…

[@genenewcomb574]

I have watched this impressive video, and I think you are the perfect person to answer a question on my Super C! I want to add oil to my hydraulic reservoir. I'm also looking for the hydraulic access to the reservoir! I tried following the return line, but it just appears to be a closed loop. Do I need to take the valve the reservoir, or how is the complete flow accomplished?

[@steveschumacher5470]

as long as you move forward instead of backward, it's always a good day

[@swheeler6848]

Thank you. How about a similar video on that 570? In the background....

[@bsquadrider]

Thanks for the detailed video! Where do you like to get replacement parts for your older tractors?

[@JustaFewAcresFarm]

Hi Brandon, the short answer is "all over the place." NAPA, salvage yards, the Case-IH dealer, Ebay, etc. Depends on the specific part needed. I've found that most of the reproduction parts nowadays aren't very good quality, so I try to steer away from them if I have a choice.

[@redcossack245]

Wow! Great show.

[@davidshipulski4532]

Great video! Your equiptment is definately in a good home. Is it possible for you to maybe include or a make a seperate video of the careyall thing you have on a front and the dimensions etc? Judt though it was really neat and wanted to add it to my tractor. Thank!

[@jessestoner5353]

Local tire shop started filling tires with windshield wash as a cheap alternative.

[@FarmallFanatic]

Doing mine today 😁

[@onanysundrymule3144]

Sir, I too use that plumbers PTFE tape on drain plugs and suchlike. Not only does it enhance the seal, but it also performs like a prevailing torque nut does (i.e. a nyloc nut), albeit on the male part, so you don't have to stress about vibration loosening versus initial over tightening on these critical lubrication oil retaining fastenings. Kind regards.

[@davidgrant2008]

I did enjoy the video thank you for doing it.

[@donalderrett4593]

A great information channel. I have subscribed. Don Errett, Cullman, Alabama

[@JustaFewAcresFarm]

Hi Don, thank you and I'm glad you found the channel!

[@jimcole6423]

Great video...thank you for sharing!

[@larryiowatexasrooster9317]

👍🇺🇸 Love maintenancing tractors👍

[@yert33]

One thing , among many, that impresses me about your videos is the fact you use a wireless lavalier mic which makes so much difference! And how do you have time to make the videos and them edit them all the while doing the actual running of the farm? I'm curious about the mic, camera and editing software if you care to tell.

[@slundgr]

Pete, how many of the tricks of the trade for servicing these old tractors are in the manuals, and how many have you learned from experience and trial and error? Really enjoy your videos. I remember working on the old tractors, but not as much in-depth servicing as you did.

[@paulrunnals3738]

Thanks pete that was helpful

[@herzbergfarm8633]

You should do a service video on the 656 in the spring/summer.

[@Spyke383]

I've noticed you normally see that slightly milky oil in pieces of equipment the don't normally make it to operating temp, like forklifts. You start it for a minute or 2 and shut it off and the oil will almost always look like that.

[@JustaFewAcresFarm]

Hi Indiana Diesel, that's why that tractor had milky oil. She spends her life pulling wagons around and rarely runs for more then 5 minutes.

[@zoebridgers]

Great video very informative

[@markfields8092]

Lots of great info.

[@kengreek625]

What is that grease gun you're using? I like the idea of one hand holding it and pumping it. Does it use a regular full size cartridge?

[@jsmith79123]

Man, I need you to make a road trip to North Carolina and help me with the 1951 8n I just bought.

[@alexlail7481]

Where are you in NC I don't know everything but maybe able to provide so technical assistance... been around them all my life and currently have a late 1940s 2n

[@jsmith79123]

Alex Lail near Asheville

[@sqike001ton]

grandad used to use old oil in the air filters

[@ThompsonJosh98]

Thanks for the good video