Starting a 70yr old Tractor. Ferguson TO30

Starting and Using a 1952 Harry Ferguson TO30 farm tractor after sitting 6+months. Also a walk around.
29 Horsepower Gasoline Powered Tractor
Sherman Step Up Step Down Combination Transmission
Skyline "90" Loader
Danuser 18g wood chipper

[@highlypolishedturd7947]

Draining the gasoline from the carburetor... That is great advice! I have a 15 year old snowblower which I shut down by turning off the fuel valve and let it sputter out. It's never given me a lick of engine trouble. Gas sitting in a carb long term is trouble. Back in the day, a friend had a motorcycle/small engine shop, and every spring, business was booming. Because guys wouldn't drain the carbs, the gasoline turns to goo, and it's game over. I've pulled out, disassembled, and cleaned more racks of carbs than I can remember. Maybe I just don't want to remember...

[@ourviper593]

Harry Ferguson was the creator of the 3 point linkage and nothing can beat it yet

[@fredstone3875]

My 9 year old my 11 year old and I just got one of these running in the last 2 days. Older equipment Was designed forever.

[@sixtyfiveford]

That's awesome

[@wyattoneable]

I like the smell of old oil on old equipment. That tractor came with some nice options. I like the transmission safety start system.

[@scottypa1616]

Thanks for sharing! We have a 1951 TO-30 that is a new project for the winter.

[@sixtyfiveford]

Very cool!

[@bhurley5243]

I just picked up a 1953 model at a local auction. I will be changing fluids and do some tlc. I also have a 1949 Ford 8N. It's amazing how similar they are, also most parts are still available for both. Thank you for the informative video. When I picked up the tractor I didn't know about putting the lever in starting position, fortunately, someone at the auction was able to educate me on it.

[@73honda350]

Gotta love old simple stuff that just keeps working.

[@sixtyfiveford]

Well said.

[@Simplelittlelife]

Great video. I love old tractors. Thank you for sharing this one 👍

[@sixtyfiveford]

I got an itch years ago and just had to have one. I don't use it too often, but have a great time everytime.

[@TheShadeTreeFixitMan]

Cool old rig for sure. Thanks for sharing with us Moe.

[@sixtyfiveford]

Thanks, I like it.

[@muddyfences5559]

Great little walk around. I was born in the city, but my dad was a country boy. I've always had a fascination for farm equipment.

[@sixtyfiveford]

It's been a fun toy.

[@ludvigtande1236]

Love your tractor! Still useful after 70 years 👍

[@sixtyfiveford]

Thanks. I've been very happy with it.

[@markv9890]

I too run the gas out of all my equipment when I finish. I learned this from my father. I appreciate your videos. Your videos are always very interesting. Thank you for posting and may God continue to bless you y su familia.

[@sixtyfiveford]

Thanks.

[@tubeonline629]

Nice old work horse, I bet your neighbors love it when you run that chipper lol.

[@ZippoVarga]

Old Machinery never dies Moe! Thanks for the walk around! Zip~

[@sixtyfiveford]

Well built

[@timedwards8944]

Good ole American pride wish we still had it American made and American fixed and American run glad to see a younger American than me take pride in his heritage 🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸👍👍👍👍👍 God bless. Lol but not shure if you are younger or not but this is good to see love it .

[@sixtyfiveford]

It's been a fun toy/tool and I get a kick out of using it.

[@BrucesShop]

Man I would have loved that tractor when i was living out of town. Thanks for the fun

[@sixtyfiveford]

It has been a lot of fun.

[@lesbrown9338]

Thanks Moe...This brings back a lot of memories.

[@sixtyfiveford]

Thanks, I enjoy the tractor.

[@hermit1249]

I've got a 9N... awesome little tractor, 77 years old 'n runs like a top. Doesn't even make one complete revolution and she fires right up winter or summer, good on gas. Mine has a hi/low range too which makes buzzing to town a breeze!

[@lukebecker1959]

I have a 9n too but mine is a 1939 80 years old

[@oscara.8176]

Thanks. I love old machines.

[@TrojanHorse1959]

Great video, cool old tractor, awesome dog, thanks Moe!

[@sixtyfiveford]

It's been a good tractor and dog.

[@Norwaywildlife]

You like a genius with the stuff...the engines, transmissions and everything. Thank you for shareing. Good advice leave no fuel ! :-) Much apreciated. From Norway ! :-)

[@sixtyfiveford]

Thanks, I'm glad you liked it.

[@davidlester6092]

Nice old tractor, thanks Moe!

[@sixtyfiveford]

Hey Thanks. I enjoy it.

[@bctruck]

Nice bit of history!

[@sixtyfiveford]

It's a fun toy.

[@michiganfarming1955]

cool tractor man! someday she should be restored! my wd is 70 yr old too still gets used regularly on the farm great tractor!

[@hunt4fish]

Beautiful old tractor, great to see it running. very sweet! The alternator is pretty standard upgrade on most of the old stuff eh.remember doing similar to couple old cars and a willys jeep years ago just to make life easier as we had to use them eh.....cheers

[@sixtyfiveford]

The alternator was a great upgrade.

[@austinjacobhunter]

Great info! Thanks.

[@mute8s]

Amazing start procedure. I learned something new today... errr I learned something old today..... 😉

[@mre3820]

You know given a little time your dog would have enjoyed making those wood chips for you 🐶😁

[@charlesboston1]

Love the heeler content .... I have a similar tractor over at my dad's.... they are virtually indestructible.

[@sixtyfiveford]

Hey Thanks.

[@waltschannel7465]

That was FUN to watch. My wife has a cousin on the Oklahoma - Arkansas border who operates a tractor salvage business.

[@sixtyfiveford]

I've had a lot of enjoyment with this tractor. There's a lot of farm country out there.

[@johnhightower8737]

Awesome tractor !

[@sixtyfiveford]

Thanks, I enjoy it.

[@JOEZEP54]

Hey Moe, enjoyed the walk around. I like "what's old is new" oil filter.I have been looking for a back hoe for awhile. Either they are asking crazy price for a "lifetime" project or are sold about as fast as they are listed for a reasonably priced one. As far as running equipment dry I haven't had any start problems for years doing this. In my county they do not allow the sale of ethanol free gas. I pick some up when ever I travel next county over, but not enough.Stay well, Joe Z

[@taylormoore4991]

Great video! God bless!

[@MrTimdtoolman1]

My uncle had a tractor similar to this when I was a kid, I would imagine he still has it.

[@DanTheFordFixer]

Man I love old tractors, if you want an example of something that is built to last hard to beat, my buddy picked up a '32 ford tractor and I had a blast getting it running and driving around.

[@sixtyfiveford]

I randomly decided I needed one of these old girls years ago. My only perimeters was a front end loader aka engine hoist.

[@ozzstars_cars]

Nice tour of the old beast. Time for some new piston seals.

[@sixtyfiveford]

It's nice how these old things will still do a days work even when well worn.

[@2jeffs1]

Nice old beast Moe! I liked the safety start mechanism. Great idea so no one gets hurt. All you need is the oil pressure gauge - so true.... :>)

[@sixtyfiveford]

I like old looking things and this hits the spot.

[@2LateIWon]

That's a good little tractor I loved my 8n which was very very similar. Really wish mine had the Sherman over/under drive

[@sixtyfiveford]

It's a fun toy. I probably wouldn't use it for any real work though.

[@2LateIWon]

@@sixtyfiveford yeah it's got some very rare options

[@scottsinfl]

Best dog I ever had he was a blue but had the same attitude. Old tractor still runs good.

[@sixtyfiveford]

Hey Thanks.

[@wildbill1461]

Who would put a thumbs down on a old fergie. good video!

[@sixtyfiveford]

Crazy people

[@js8039]

Jealous JD owners who hated that the t030 crank.

[@aleblanc3547]

Great review, Moe. I notice Ginger was trying to figure out where her spot was too. :>)

[@sixtyfiveford]

I generally don't notice how much moving around she does until I edit a video.

[@JoshKilen]

very nice runner and tractor. that is a interesting way on the starter, I like it.

[@sixtyfiveford]

Thanks Man.

[@hdman97]

Looks like fun wish I had one

[@sixtyfiveford]

I got a itch years ago and decided I needed one. I'm still happy with it.

Awesome tractor.

[@sixtyfiveford]

It's been an excellent tool.

[@tblbaby]

COOL Tractor Moe.

[@sixtyfiveford]

Hey thanks.

[@macswanton9622]

She's a beauty, makes me ashamed for ever caring about looks. Thanks for breakin it down for us

[@sixtyfiveford]

I enjoy the natural rustic look of it.

[@1fanger]

Hey 65. Can`t beat the old Ford/ Ferguson tractors. I have a 9N from the late 30`s- early 40`s, I don`t know exactly. Don`t have a loader. Got a back bucket, tooth harrow, Furguson two bottom plow and back blade. All are genuine period correct implements. One thing which will prevent gumming up of modern fuels that I do is to completely fill the fuel tank all the way till just to overflowing. Leave no air gap in the system and you will not get any varnishing or bacterial or other buildup in the system. Just make sure you have a gas shutoff in the feedline and run the carb dry. You can make double sure by mixing in a small amount of 2 stroke mix as well. It works as a stabilizer.

[@eyalalmog2491]

Thanks for the video! I used daily TEA 20. THE BEST tractors ever .eyal almog / benoni South Africa

[@sixtyfiveford]

It's amazing how many of these were made and how world wide they are.

[@eyalalmog2491]

They are very popular. And spares are cheap and available.. We call them " valjapie "

[@eyalalmog2491]

English you pronounced " falyapie "

[@brucewayne2984]

Nice!

[@danohstoolbox]

great video brother

[@sixtyfiveford]

Hey Thanks.

[@jackmahogovv]

Awesome old piece of equipment. They sure dont build them like that anymore.

[@sixtyfiveford]

Thanks, I like it.

[@westwindcharters9146]

nicely done.

[@sixtyfiveford]

Hey Thanks for watching. -Moe

[@johnhunter1262]

These tractors are very collectable here in Oz. If I was you I would look at a restoration that included your bucket however getting the original canopy fit by modifying the add ons and not the canopy. Cheers John

[@sixtyfiveford]

It was a great design.

[@garywheeler1733]

I have a '53 TO-35 Deluxe. The Deluxe means it has a two stage clutch. Nice little tractor.

[@sixtyfiveford]

That would come in handy brush hogging.

[@Drottninggatan2017]

The 35 is a bit better since you can use the lift without running the PTO. 35 were earlier in US/Canada than in England, where they started being built in 1956.

[@aprilmai674]

Thank you for this video. I recently inherited my grandpas tractor and this should help. But if you can show a video on maintenance please

[@bobgwinn5091]

cool old tactor.

[@sixtyfiveford]

Hey Thanks.

[@charleshoward9983]

Man I love that tractor. You got it made. I have a ford 800 I believe that is what it is ,but I would rather have the ford 8n. They are great little tractors too me . Wish I could trade for an 8n.

[@sixtyfiveford]

I was originally looking for a Ford 8/9n and stumbled across these Fergusons. There are subtle differences, but they're pretty much the same tractor.

[@1970chevelle396]

Never knew they had Continental Engines on those Tractors. I've worked on a lot of Wisconsin engines over the years. There made by the same company.

[@sixtyfiveford]

They're built like tanks.

[@robertmailhos8159]

That's good that you brought it I to life 😊😊😊😊 it would be nice to see it get a paint job ,🙄??

[@GrandsonofKong]

I love how your dog reacts to wood chips like it does with the hose..must bite!! Your 6V coil might have an issue with 12 volts, sooner or later..maybe. The starter will be happy unless you do lots of cranking..but no starter ever likes that.

[@sixtyfiveford]

I forgot to mention there's a big resistor inline with the coil.

[@fredstone3875]

Yup I replaced the coil to a 12 V version on the one we just got running and also the starter is dead. Previous people were just really trying to start it with a plugged up carburetor. My 2 little boys and I have it running like a top

[@donbright3340]

Obviously you take care of it,need a shed to keep out of weather,will last much longer

[@sixtyfiveford]

One day it will have a barn.

[@gregschultz2029]

Thanks for your video, No ,You should,You need to do this or that ,You ought to this or that , Good Job On Your Videos !!!

[@sixtyfiveford]

Hey Thanks.

[@MsNevadakid]

the times when "american`s" made the best products! that why i guy ole american stuffs! thanks brother.....

[@sixtyfiveford]

Well said.

[@elhuapo2524]

Thanks for an interesting video. I just acquired an old Ford 640 with the same Skyline loader attachment. What I need to find out is who made the hydraulic reservoir and control valves. I've looked for pictures all over the 'net to no avail. Mine looks a lot like yours, in the tank shape although the control handles are a little different. Is it also Skyline?

[@clockguy2]

Ferguson invented the three point hitch

[@lewiemcneely9143]

If it works it's as good as a million dollars!

[@old64goat]

Years ago I used to buy lead substitute for our 1970 Dodge Polara but I think it was nothing but oil, I did not think they made it anymore. You said you still using the 6 volt coil, do you have a resistor on it so it will not burn out? Great old tractor Moe.

[@sixtyfiveford]

There is a resistor.

[@johnnewson5039]

this is british and made to last and still in use all over the planet.

[@sixtyfiveford]

They're well built.

[@robs9574]

We have that same tractor. I’d love to find a front loader attachment for turning compost piles. Do the Fords and MF interchange? Thank you so much. Sweet old tractor!

[@greghewett5713]

We had a TO 30 on the farm growing up. I drove it many times. Great machine, much better than the Ford 8N.

[@not2fast4u2c]

The old stuff is easier to work on and cheaper sometimes when you need a part.....Have you ever thought of making a stove to burn wood chips ..Around here a tree company will bring me as much as I want

[@sixtyfiveford]

I built a 55 gallon sawdust stove years ago that burns: chips, leaves, pine cones, etc. kzbin.info/www/bejne/pZWuZGZ-och0d9U

[@DAS-Videos]

Nice tractor. I think you would like Andrew Camarata's channel.

[@TF856]

Harry Ferguson did invent the three point hitch. He even sued Henry Ford for using it without permission for a while and won a huge Court settlement.

[@sixtyfiveford]

Ford had some shady business practices.

[@MrKurtis902]

How is the hydraulic pump set up to run the loader? Bolted on the engine and run by a belt or ran from the crank pulley with a shaft? Im putting a loader on my te20

[@sixtyfiveford]

Directly from the crankshaft pulley, straight out the front.

[@MrKurtis902]

@@sixtyfiveford great thanks!

[@markpennella]

Excellent video. How do you shut off the fuel to let it shut off when you are done?

[@sixtyfiveford]

Most of these old tractors had fuel petcocks and glass fuel sediment/filter bowls under the tank. I just close the petcock.

[@terrybrown8292]

gotta love them ole girls dependable a little tempermental at times but trusty

[@sixtyfiveford]

You got that right.

[@capthwdy08]

I just got a 41 Ford 9n. do you know how to unstuck the clutch with out splitting the tractor?

[@sixtyfiveford]

Gernally if the clutch disc is rusted to the flywheel/pressure plate a good jolt can free it up. Depress the clutch pedal for the following tips: Use the engine starter to crank the engine while in a the highest gear. Pull the tractor with a truck/tractor while in the highest gear. With the transmission in the highest gear rotate the crankshaft bolt with a breaker bar.

[@lukebecker1959]

First get the tractor started and then slow the engine down enough to get it in gear then take off and hit the clutch and breaks at the same time most of the time it works

[@christianrogers2361]

How reliable are these? Do they require a lot of work to keep running, or are they pretty simple, always ready to go?

[@sixtyfiveford]

They're simple and always ready to go. The only issues they ever really have come on from not being used very often. So just like any gas powered machine you can't leave it for 6 months and just expect effortless starting.

[@Deeg4570]

ford did not use a continental engine, it used a flathead 4. fergusons are overhead valve engines. my 1950 TO20 has a Hupp HI-LO trans. my 1949 TE20 is stock, both have continental engines. Later Fergusons used a Standard ( brand name) engine. TO versions were made in the USA, TE versions were made in Coventry, England

[@sixtyfiveford]

Good info.

[@ogreunderbridge5204]

How does the handling feel roading 30 mph with a Ferguson Grey ? :D Btw, look up video "The Ferguson System". A nice piece of history to what revolutionized what we now know as as universal standard of the modern agri tractor.

[@sixtyfiveford]

It wonders a little...

[@rodneybrand8521]

Have you ever used seafoam in the fuel ?? I use it in every thing and ethanol free fuel the carb's seem to like it..nice tractor seems to have a lot of life left in it Cheers friend 🍺🍺

[@sixtyfiveford]

I think Seafoam is snake oil. I've rebuilt countless carbs from customers that put seafoam in their stuff. There's a few theories on what's in it and basically it's: diesel fuel(or kerosene), Naptha (zippo lighter fluid) and alcohol.

[@SteveRobReviews]

Love them vintage tractors. Was your built in england .

[@sixtyfiveford]

This one not.

[@stevencox75]

dude i have a tea-24, pretty sure mine is a fiat engine, have to hotwire mine with a screwdriver, does yours have a crankhandle start mine does

[@sixtyfiveford]

Mine doesn't have a hand crank.

[@MartyLJ57]

We need a bigger bucket

[@roselima1741]

Did you mean to just shut off the fuel flow and let the bowl finish off or all the gas? BTW...i own a ford 9n built before WW2, kept it going from what I've learned on this channel, thanks

[@sixtyfiveford]

Yes. I shut the petcock off and allow the engine to use all the fuel left in the carb/fuel lines.

[@BacktotheBasics101]

Oh funny, I have got a video I’ve been editing for about a week and a half now On my 1952 8N Ford tractor.

[@sixtyfiveford]

I was originally looking for an 8n Ford when I pick up this Ferguson.

[@BacktotheBasics101]

sixtyfiveford 👍🏼

[@lukebecker1959]

8:21 looks like an 1980's sears

[@sixtyfiveford]

Yes, it's a 1990 Craftsman 2 garden tractor.

[@jamesg1968]

Son has one, anyone know how to change the oil filter? he is learning and asked me for help. I have newer tractors so I am at a loss. Help please!

[@lukebecker1959]

I have an 80 year old tractor

[@zx8401ztv]

Old and a bit crusty, but the tractor looks ok he he :-D. Yes it does looks a bit rusty but it's a solid old beast, i did noticed the rams shuddering when lifting/dropping the bucket, likely worn pivots and sticky seals i guess. But still usable for an old beast of 70 years :-D The coke can does the job, why change it :-).

[@sixtyfiveford]

It's definitely been well used.

[@haroldboon5188]

Ok

[@joelwatts9042]

I often wonder, how many tractors made today will be around in 70 years.

[@wooly1286]

To be honest with you I doubt it. I had a John Deere dealer tell me that the new tractors they sold were not built as well as my 90's model 855. Not to mention all the emissions they put on them now.

[@sixtyfiveford]

I wonder the same with all the new cars. I can't imagine the computers will survive.

[@wooly1286]

@@sixtyfiveford that's why I love my 67 f100 and 90 f250. Couldn't see having a new truck.

[@js8039]

A t030....poor old rusty bastard.

[@SteveStoltz]

"Cotton-ental" engine lol

[@RedneckHillbilly-ho9md]

I was thinking about getting one of these because they are cheap but a friend of mine who had one of the Ford models said they are a real bitch to steer and damn near impossible to steer with a load on the bucket. Is this pretty much the case?

[@sixtyfiveford]

I keep the wood chipper on the back and even keep a cement block on that to counter act the loader weight. It makes it much easier to steer with a loaded bucket. The skinnier and more air pressure in the front tires also helps. It will never be extremely easy to steer but it's not bad for occasional jobs.

[@jamessmejkal8803]

Ferguson designed the three point hookup, not Ford.

[@airecraft1]

Isn’t old equipment great

[@sixtyfiveford]

I get a kick out of it.

[@steveleonard3262]

Mines uglier ! Lol and has the skyline loader n my shherman is the high range...wish i had low im n mtns lol