New life for my old tractor!

[@richardcline1337]

I used to own a '50 Ford 8N with all of the implements, plows, bush hog, box blade, nearly everything that could be hooked to it. The only problem I ever had with it was with the coil overheating. Once that happened the tractor would stop dead in it's tracks until the coil cooled back down. When my wife suddenly died of Cancer (we had no clue she had it until it was too late). I just put everything together in one package deal and sold it all including a new twin axle trailer I had bought to haul the tractor on. Sometimes life just isn't fair and throws things at you that you just can't avoid. That was nearly twenty years ago but I still have fond memories of that old 8N.

[@rodolfoplasencia4953]

Thank you for being simple, regular, and a good person that loves his family, and your possessions like this tractor! What you're doing not everyone will understand but your subscribers do, that's why we're here to support you and learn from you brother! Thank you, am doing the same with my things all I can!

[@ditzydoo4378]

Any of the N-series of Ford tractors is a great starting place for anyone who has never done any mechanic work and simply wishes to try their hand at it. The Ford shop manual (FO-4) put out by I&T Shop Service covers the entire N-series line, and can be found at any Tractor Supply store, it and the Steiner Tractors parts catalog are an absolute must have.

[@randybang729]

My grandpa had small farm with cows pigs and chicken. He had a Ford 8 N and a Oliver. I was ten my dad had two and a half acre of land. The one acre was for a garden. I would ride my bike three miles to Grandpa's and get the Ford and the wagon. With the plow and disc on the wagon. I would drive to my house work up the garden. Then take it all back to Grandpa's house Best time ever.

[@tractorboy4148]

that is so cool! i bought a 1949 ford 8n a few months ago, and that was my first tractor, i was 15. when we got it started it blew smoke every where my eyes were even burning.

[@roycepruett5862]

Speaking of the gearbox on the lift arm, When I was a lot younger living at home, my dad worked for a lot of different farmers and ONE ( don't remember which ) had a 9N with a gearbox on both lift arms, I guess that give more adjustment when cutting an irrigation ditch.

[@RRRIBEYE]

Hi. New subscriber from Northeast Iowa here! I saw your 1st video (to me) was the breaking apart this tractor's engine with all the broken sleeves inside! What I'm truly enjoying is when I grew up on our family farm, I lost my tractor cherry on my grandpa's 1947 8N and yes - it was painted blue in the 7os, lol. Well as I grew older, I learned a lot about that tractor and I did a full rebuild on it too (vs. restoration). I also upgraded the electrical, etc. This was 0ver 40 years ago now. Now I'm retired and my wife and I live on our hobby farm and these days, I'm hunting for another 8N that's ready to go, lol. I'll enjoy watching more of your videos I'm sure! Thanks for taking the time to share your work!

[@moman0166]

I am 70 years old and I can’t tell you how many terrace I rebuilt with our 8N Ford with a two bottom 14” plow when I was a kid. Out of three boys which I was the youngest that 8N was my tractor. I know every nut and bolt on that tractor because I restored it and kept it all original except I didn’t change the electrical system to a 12 volt system. I put an 8 volt battery in the old girl and turned up the voltage regulator. When it’s 20 below O it’s the only thing that starts. We also had a 861 Ford Powermaster and a Ford 4000 narrow front end with a two row corn picker. I would take it all over the county and open up corn fields because the combine technology was not that great back then and the darn things would knock down more corn when they tried to open up the fields. I think I can tune up a gas Ford tractor blindfolded.

[@gilbertholden2249]

These tractors were the Ford Ferguson I believe, Ford building the little tractor under licence until a dispute between Henry Ford's son and Harry Ferguson, this tractor was the first to have the three point linkage system and controllable hydraulics and is still the basis of virtually all farm tractors even today.

[@dcraft1234]

I used a gm alternator and gutted the ignition coil and used it as a "junction box" for connection to the distributor and high voltage lead to a generic round can 12v coil mounted by the oil filter housing. I think its called the "hobo conversion" or something

[@Michael-tq5il]

Blake, I love the old "N" series FORD tractors. Glad to see you're finally beginning the rebuilt.

[@787Earl]

I remember your video from Tennessee. I wish you well on the rebuild. looking forward to more video. Thank you

[@PlanetMojo]

I'm doing a 12-volt conversion on my 51 Ferguson TO-20. Also adding lights which were optional from the factory, and a few other things. It was running good (when it would start) so it's not quite ready for an engine overhaul yet. I know what you mean about the old Ford N series! I've wanted one since forever, so when this Fergie came up for sale just down the road, I snatched it up!

[@Moosecop32]

I learned to drive on a Ford 8n. I'm so excited to see this old girl up on the project list. It's been a long time since she came to the ranch and I've been waiting. I can't wait to see her work

[@vinharp167]

I have a 1948 8N also and will follow along with you as I rebuild mine. Keep the 8N videos coming!

[@corpnut2906]

Nice 8N. My two other brothers and I grew up and learned how to drive errr have fun with a. 9N loved that old tractor later grandpa got one with a hydraulic bucket to go along with the other So many memories with them both keep it up. Love to see your tractor one day. My mom lives in Riverton

[@bigdogcountrymusic7146]

I had one for years and I worked it hard and it just kept on working, but of course, it was a FORD.

[@drive42]

I just finished a 12V conversion for an 8N. I kept the OEM points and added an automotive-style coil. Engine starts in one turn. I suggest getting a starter solenoid that has a terminal that feeds the coil full 12V when cranking, it really makes a hot spark.

[@budgoodrow]

greetings from casper wy growing up in pa i learned how to drive on a 1950 8n on the farm awesome to see you keeping a part of history great job love the old ford tractors

[@codeman717r]

Audio is much better in this video and I am here for this project for sure!

[@nickardoin8430]

Electronic ignition will be way better than points and condenser. Like you said, when it works it works but it can be a headache once it starts giving trouble and new points don’t last like the old ones. Neither do condensers. Also, I’m sure you probably know this, but once you convert that tractor to 12 volts, make sure you buy a solenoid for a ford tractor and not a ford truck if you are going to use the factory starter button. It will not start with the factory button if you use a pickup solenoid. You have to short across the terminals with a screwdriver.

[@ducewags]

This is going to be a fantastic video series. 12 volt HEI will be a wonderfull upgrade. Now if you had a ECM from a 4cyl laying around, it could be a COP engine. That would make people ask questions for sure.Thanks for the shows Blake. BACON.

[@chrisrexroat3240]

Looking forward to the rest of this series. Father in law has an old 8n he bought for their 7 acre horse farm, but is looking at upgrading to something newer with a loader. At which time I may buy it off of him just to have a second tractor on our farm for pulling wagons, rakes or whatever.

[@frankirwin2377]

Interesting rebuild Blake. It might be interesting to explain the different engines Ford used. I've always been intrigued by their Flat head V8.

[@buckhorncortez]

The flat head only appeared in Ford tractors through a "Funk conversion." That was a conversion kit manufactured by Funk Aircraft in Coffeyville, KS. Funk started the conversion kits in 1943 for a six cylinder industrial engine conversion and then made the V8 conversion kit in 1949 and 1950. The V8 conversion kits are still available today from www.awesomehenry.com/

[@desidippin9789]

We have about 15 Ns at my dads farm. Most of the time oil change, points, plug, sed bowl cleaning and your good to go. They never fail because they are from an era where reputation was more important than making a buck

[@bhurley5243]

A couple of years ago I converted my '49 8N to 12 volts and electronic ignition. Now as soon as I hit the starter button, she fires right up. At the same time I replaced the carburetor, sediment bowl, and fuel line. I use her about everyday, therefore, she is still in her work clothes.

[@markthompson4225]

are you going to do the hydraulic conversion for the 3point arm... its a unit that goes below the seat with 1 or 2 levers depending on which you order... you could do the lift arm and a center link with the 2 lever... I have only seen 2 places that ever carried it (2 different companies models). The cover just under the seat is the lift height regulator and such for the 3 point lift system... they take the pressure and make it usable for upto 2 small cylinders.

[@larrybg9293]

Enjoyed all your videos and hope for many more

[@robertfakler8564]

Blake, I also have always liked the 8N's, and am looking forward to watching you rebuild it.

[@crslyrn]

Good luck with the rebuild. I look forward to seeing your progress & when you're finally in the field with it. Those Ford "N" series seem to be everywhere. There's enough websites out there you shouldn't have too much trouble finding any needed parts. Of course, there's always going to be that one odd thing that you're going to have a heck of a time finding. LOL Stay safe.

[@Loomis-lr8cx]

I love them old ford tractors. And I'm glad I'm not the only one with a wall of car tags. Mine are hanging in the kitchen above my deep freeze. 🤣

[@kenarnold9132]

That's the first tractor we had on our farm, an 8n my dad bought from my great grandpa. I learned to drive on it. Always had to park it on a hill tho, or jump start it as the generator was shot. For some reason dad didn't want to convert it to a 12volt with alternator.Would have solved a lot of problems. I understand you can even get an electronic ignition now days.

[@martinbenton742]

I've got to stay tuned. My sister has a 9n and in her mind, brother has ford pickups so he can work on my tractor when needed. I have already converted it to 12 volt. MB BAR RANCH

[@wranther]

Great improvement to the audio quality Blake! Creates a much more enjoyable viewing experience. Looks to be a nice cold weather project. -Bob...

[@jimp9884]

Just pull my 8N out of the woods where it's been sitting for 15 year. Watching with great interest.

[@Hondo68]

I'm in the process of getting a ford 8 or 9 . I haven't looked at it closely yet . So yes this video is exactly what I need to get it running .

[@garykolo8650]

I have been waiting 2 years for this video

[@tristanelliott4106]

I can't wait to watch this rebuild. I also have an odd fascination with the N Series Fords. I'd love to have one

[@GMC.Sprint]

I put an electronic ignition system on my farmall cub a while back and love it. My understanding is the biggest killer of these is leaving the ignition on when the engine isn't running. To prevent me from doing this I added an oil pressure switch with a buzzer and light powered off the ignition coil. If the ignition is on and I don't have oil pressure then it makes an annoying buzzing sound.

[@Nf6xNet]

I’m really happy to see that this one bubbled up to the top of your list. I’ve been looking forward to it since you brought it home. Well, I guess you’ve been looking forward to it for a lot longer than that.

[@canuckyank82]

Great video and instructional. This is getting exciting.👍

[@darreldwalton8763]

Hope you have as much fun, and get as much use out of yours as I have mine!

[@AmericanTradesmen]

These are some of my favorite tractors. I’ve been waiting since it was hauled home from Tennessee to see you year into it. Good luck and keep up the great content!

[@Chris-fl9hk]

Audio was excellent perfect and clear

[@roadie5872]

Can't wait to see more on this old ford

[@immortal7.3lw85]

I had one years ago too. Lol. The gas tank was rusted on the inside and somebody put an old zenith carburetor on it from another tractor. But hey it still ran though. Lol. Most lawnmowers have more HP nowadays than an 8n does. Lmao 😂

[@wilburfinnigan2142]

Immortal 8N was said to have 25 HP and a hell of a lot more torque than todays lawnmowers !!!

[@WatchWesWork]

Interesting that it has a ballast resistor. I always thought 6V didn't require a resistor since the amperage was already so low. Positive ground makes my brain hurt...

[@kmcwhq]

HUGE improvement on the Sound!

[@ethansampson9225]

Good video looking forward to the series

[@johnhoffpauir4961]

looking at doing the same thing to my 601 ford my grandad gave me. Can't wait to see how yours turns out.

[@spencersand2754]

You remind me of ChuckE2009 I love watching him work on old tractors

[@outdoorswithlarryrobin]

Great old Tractor, they are every where here in Northern Virginia, most of them Restored.

[@seantaray7180]

Looking forward to this.. I have an 801 Powermaster I want to fix up.. also there is a site Red Rock Manufacturing that makes reproductions some of the old hard to find aftermarket items from past, brake levers, foot throttles ect..oh and an automatic fuel shutoff.. for the one time you forget to shut the fuel off and the next time you get on it.. the fuel is in the oil pan.. don't ask me how I know this.. LOL

[@rangitui2632]

Dear Blake : congratulations , your episodes are absolutely marvellous , I have watched them all , nothing short of magnificent . Blake , could you please , please ,please all your episodes in chronological order , for example , such as Leo Gooldner's episodes of the "Tally -ho rebuild". Thank - you in advance Blake . Regards Mark Gabrielson. P.S. : Try as I might , to date I have been unable to find part two of the Allis Chalmers Rebuild ? Cheers Blake - God Bless You and your family.

[@SmallMartingale]

Awesome, looking forward to this series 👍

[@deedeeshadrick9464]

We have a FORD 2000 tractor 3 of the same tires and they still work and it drives

[@jamesajoachim3]

great details easy to operate

[@aronspaulding5596]

Update the pto shalf also so u dont need to use a adapter

[@sc928porsche8]

luckily parts are readily available for them.

[@danielanderson2030]

Ive wanted one of these and a jubilee since i was a little kid. And a bunch of others. But mainly those two because im a Ford guy.

[@dehavenfamilyfarm]

Going to be a great videos series, Blake!!!

[@SawmillerSmith]

My 8n is 12 volt and I replaced the points with electronic points which seems the engine start easier when its damp out versus tje points

[@denfantatsiskaraggsockan9782]

good too see this serie of vids , i own a 1953 volvo tracktor with a front loader

[@tonyshaw8537]

Good video i have a 2n that my great grandpa bought back in 1942 for $850 brand new

[@calumanderson5617]

Been waiting for this video for a long time and still remember you collecting it in Tennessee. 😁👍love tractor and dog videos. I even nearly hit the like button with a hammer !!!🤣👍

[@nightmansmemo]

I remember my uncle had a tractor like this it had many engines it really takes me back to when I was a kid

[@rustyshackleford498]

The audio is amazing on this video, keep it up!👍

[@katoranger]

I have a set of fenders if you get to Kansas.

[@darinmbicknell]

Oh I'm onboard for this rebuild. Entertain me!

[@merrymanrc]

Looking forward to the next video on the tractor

[@SawmillerSmith]

Looks like a nice 8n on craigslist in Bedford Indiana for 2400 dollars. Might be cheaper buying it than fixing yours up

[@GuyinWY]

We’re going to talk about cost later, but i could buy a running N series for what I expect to spend fixing this one. The difference is, this one’s mine! 😄

[@billyelkins441]

Trying to figure out what you planned to use the 8n for,maybe mow the yard?Like those Pertronix units,have them installed on three tractors.

[@scottreasoner6126]

I enjoyed your video. And love your new Mic. Was having problems hearing you before.

[@jankotze1959]

This will be a nice series

[@America-First2024]

Steiner Tractor parts. ASAP (All States Ag Parts). These sites should help for parts! 😊👍🏻

[@jarrodhasenbalg7963]

B H but Steiner sends candy with your parts so choose carefully lol

[@America-First2024]

Jarrod Hasenbalg True! I usually do!

[@cargotoolshop5319]

Somebody's from Wisconsin

[@aronspaulding5596]

If u need parts look up stronjy implement in mosinee wi he specializes in the ford 8n 9n and 2n has tons of parts tractors and new and used parts and is very knowledgeable

[@ronniewalker2881]

Love the video Blake 😁

[@tinkeringtrucker5196]

Blake....... You got a mic!!!!!!!...... Thank you!!!!!

[@MatthewBarras]

The sound is so much better now.

[@aldoagnellini756]

beautiful machine

[@PhatboyHD88]

Hey buddy the Audio was really good this time , whatever ya did bravo! It was almost unwatchable before because the audio was so bad..

[@ssquared8076]

Glad to see this project finally in the shop. Also did you get the 5 gallon drum of Aero Kroil looks like you might need some to get the rest of it apart.

[@SkinnyBiker]

Go for it!

[@Renault_75-34MX]

I want to rebuild my dads Renault tractor ( i've named myself after it and the picture is the tractor i mean) once i have the tools, space and what not, and hopefully a new engine and better hydraulics so it has more horses, and is more efficient

[@jerrydevine8057]

According to chuckE2009 the very first thing you do is put new tires on any tractor you buy. lol

[@fowletm1992]

Move enough dead tractors with ruined tyres you'll appreciate that ideology

[@timothykeith1367]

Where has chuckE2009 been?

[@SmallMartingale]

@@timothykeith1367 He turned into some kind of alt right white nationalist or something. Actually, his words were "far right wing ethno nationalist". Really scummy shit. He did a reading of the Christchurch shooter's manifesto on his channel and got in some hot water with KZbin also. I'm not into the whole "white power" Nazi thing so I unsubscribed once he started with the rhetoric 🤷‍♂️

[@johndowe7003]

@@timothykeith1367 he killed off his channel with shitty politics. basically shot himself in the foot big time

[@youneverknow111]

in my case it was hidraulic oil

[@joelmollenkopf3767]

Excellent Thanks

[@timcouch2037]

I wouldn't do a 1 wire alternator, I wish mine didn't have it. The motor needs to be 3/4 or more to start charging.

[@GuyinWY]

You’re right Tim, we’re going to address that.

[@timcouch2037]

@@GuyinWY I'm sure you already know, but Derek at just8ns is a great resource for these tractors. I have a 50 8n and a 51 with a Funk conversion, the 226 flat head.

[@bondernapogotland]

Good video and 👍🏻👍🏻 from Sweden

[@emergentBehaviour]

here's a like and a comment for ya. non-ending ads are wearing me out

[@philbindel6901]

I was scrolling thru the local Craigslist tonight and seen a NIB 8n carbuerator for $60 and thought of this video

[@tobyluke4153]

Is this recorded with the new sound setup? Much better!!

[@frostythesnowdragon3170]

you don’t need to switch to an alternator just get a 12v generator and switch to that

[@andywilkinson3792]

Hi what's happened to the top link when you first picked it up. I'v not a N. I have to grey massey fergie.s diesel and a petrol. I'v rebuilt the diesel one but diesel pump playing and I think I need to rebuild my petrol one at some point. From Andy in UK

[@murdochmackenzie9645]

Do you own the forklift or are you fixing it up for someone? I see the 1135 making a cameo appearance, is it coming back from the field to do any snow blowing this winter?

[@AlextheDutchDairyfarmer]

👍👍

[@BillTheTractorMan]

Check out Fix The Ford on the web, I have been using them for parts and so far have been happy.

[@redeemedfarmer2670]

Is it worth putting a bigger stronger engine?

[@NenadKralj]

It'll be fine :D

[@dougvaldivia3395]

good luck with the 8n

[@rivervalleyfarm482]

Oh come on. Find a flat head 6 to put in it.

[@tn65s]

Might as well go right to the V-8