Recent content by Mark Slavens

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    Ready to start, 1947 Farmall A

    After a long restoration, my A is ready to start (other than adding fluids). What is recommended (the motor had a complete overhaul) to do this successfully ? What problems can I expect (carb,magneto, etc)??
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    PTO Cover for 1947 Farmall A

    Where in Northern Wisconsin ?? I live in Spooner and have just completed a resto on a 1947 Farmall A.
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    What Did I Do Wrong ??

    Thank You all !!! Problem solved !!!
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    What Did I Do Wrong ??

    My Farmall A appears to be in gear although the shifter is in neutral. Bumped the starter button and it jumped backwards. The restoration is complete. I was trying to add air to the right rear tire and wanted to roll it forward for easier access. I did take the shift lever and cover off to...
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    Farmall A Steering Box Lubricants

    So I am assuming you use grease as opposed to oil. Why ??
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    Farmall A Steering Box Lubricants

    Have researched this topic and not clear on the preferred lubricant for the steering box on my 1947 Farmall A. IF it is cornhead grease, I have 2-3 tubes but how do you fill the the steering box with it ??????
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    Filling Rear Axle Housings,1947 Farmall A

    How are the rear axle housings filled (3 pints each side)on my 1947 Farmall A ??????
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    Custom wiring harness

    Is there a vendor that will make a custom wiring harness for my 1947 Farmall A, based on my specifications i.e. Delco alternator, governor, front and rear lights, etc. ??
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    Fan belt, 1947 Farmall A

    Having trouble tightening the two nuts such that the fan belt is tight....Help !!!!!!
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    Fluids for 1947 Farmall A

    Excellent - finally, exactly what I needed. Thank You !!!!!!!!
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    Fluids for 1947 Farmall A

    Let's try this again - too much discussion re:detergent v. non-detergent oil. Engine : brand and wt Trans : brand and wt Final drives : brand and wt Gasoline : ethanol? Reg v. Premium
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    Fluids for 1947 Farmall A

    Please help me with your recommended fluids for the start-up of my 1947 Farmall A. I have read the owners manual and I know the capacities, but I need some brand names and specifics. The engine has been completely rebuilt. I live in NW Wisconsin. The tractor will be stored indoors unheated...
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    Drawbar trouble, 1947 Farmall A

    The front bolts holding the drawbar to the chassis are threaded, correct ?? Mine appear to be stripped if so. What size are they supposed to be ?? The rear bolts attach with nuts and those are in place. Thank you guys as always !!!!!
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    I lost It !!!

    Yes...just need the precise dimensions.
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    I lost It !!!

    Bates has bushings, not the pin.
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