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    value of 8n/9n tractors

    Interesting, everything I own was made before 1960. Never had tractors with a cab, fenders were a novelty to us. Called the guy back about the 8N, real friendly person. Told him I spent the money on tires for the 9N and will no longer purchase the 8N. He said he is so busy with his small engine...
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    value of 8n/9n tractors

    Thanks for sharing everyone. I have three tractors now, two Internationals 460 gas, other a 300U, and the Ford N9. The 460 needs a single piston and dry sleeve after cylinder number three had a piston break into pieces. With a new sleeve, piston, and pin it should run fine. I mainly been using...
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    value of 8n/9n tractors

    Seller told me it was a 48. No high gear driving for me. Slapped Sherman lever forward on my 9N, it kind of scared me at full throttle. I think dad taught us well, these little tractors are not meant for speed. Not that we didn’t try. This time on the 9N it just felt unsafe, plus I know the...
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    value of 8n/9n tractors

    Didn’t have time on first visit, stopped by out of curiosity. Do new tires give it more value? Does 6 volts vs 12 volts add or drop value? Tractor has sat idle in same spot for over a year. It’s on a busy highway through a rural town. I just spent $1000 out the door to have two new rear tires...
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    value of 8n/9n tractors

    Just passing by, saw a Ford 8N (1948 ?) for sale in southeastern Minnesota. He wants $2250, all new tires. Seen it running, steady oil pressure after light run and has 6 volt system. Tractor stored outside for last year and battery drained. Owner purchased at an auction, suspects it came from...
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    Points next?

    There is a very simple video tutorial online to troubleshoot ignition systems. This was made over nine years ago but still applies. Contains just about all the advice given so far, in a visual aid form, for a quick check of an ignition system. Type "How to Determine if your Tractor has Spark...
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