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    Electrical question

    Your inexperienced electrician is right. You should run a seperate circuit for the lower amperage drill, otherwise the drill will not be fully protected, at the stall amperage, which could drastically damage drill. If the shaper is no longer in use, then just changing the circuit breaker to a...
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    3400 clutch questions

    Maybe I wasn't clear on the springs. The springs are for the transmission clutch disc, not the PTO. Parts manual lists 2 different 10 spline clutch discs, one being triangular, and second being round. My original is triangular and uses 800 lb springs. Thought might be able to switch to the...
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    3400 clutch questions

    Guys, Have a 1972 3400,8 speed Trans and am replacing the double clutches, as were shot. When looking up parts I came across 2 different spring weights blue 800 lb springs(which is what the originals are), and Yellow 1000lb springs. Question #1 Any problems going to the heavier springs? #2 Are...
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    3 pt.Stabilizer dimensions Cat 1

    Thanks for all the help guys. Looks like previous owner was using incorrect arms, and that is why the mounts are afu. fordoc..will send you an email later and thanks again..you guys are GOOD!
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    3 pt.Stabilizer dimensions Cat 1

    Thanks for the replies, but it appears if pins are directly in line with lower draft link pins(horiz., and vertically) there isn't enough clearance on the axle to allow full up lift clearance for stabilizer bar. Looks like bar will hit axle housing hard 1" or so in up position. Any more...
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    3 pt.Stabilizer dimensions Cat 1

    Have a Ford 3400 1971. Been trying to find dimensions from centerline of axles (horizontal, and vertical) for the stabilizer mount holes, as my tractor has a series 730 loader on it, and the mount holes have been AFU. Can anyone tell me the standard dimensions for the stabilizer holes in a Cat...
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    OT In floor hot water heat??

    Built a 50'X48' building with 6" slab, and in-floor heat, and supplemental forced air furnace, with Plastic "zip strips" in floor for stress cracking. I use straight water in system, as Glycol mixture reduces heat transfer to concrete dramatically, resulting in a bigger boiler being needed...
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    19-529 loader removal

    Thanks for the responces. Any ideas on how much the loader weighs? I do have a com-a-long and scaffolding that could be setup with a "Timber" in between. Any thoughts?
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    19-529 loader removal

    I have a 1972 Ford 3400 with a 15-529 loader on it. Looking for ideas and suggestions for easy removal of loader for splitting tractor for clutch replacement. Any suggestions or ideas would be appreciated. I"m capable of building jigs, or fixtures for easier removal/installation of loader if...
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    polyurethane insulation vs cellulose spray

    Thought I'd add, it cost approx. $1.25/sq. ft/inch blown, but well worth cost, in Central Illinois, and rapists, such as Thermogas dealers for LP gas.
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    1972 Ford 3400 grill

    I think you are correct about being a one piece grill. There are 4 mounting holes that measure approx. 16 3/4"oc Horizontal and 9 3/4"oc vertical. Is the one you have in stock a steel grill, or a plastic grill??? Thanks
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    polyurethane insulation vs cellulose spray

    I have my 50x40 pole barn insulated with 3" polyurathane insulation on the steel walls, and 3 1/2" fiberglass bookcased on 24"oc studs horizontal, with 7/16" osb board finishing on inside. NO air infiltration on walls, but have enough circulation through doors, mold and moisture is not a...
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    1972 Ford 3400 grill

    I have a '72 3400 Ind gasser. Need a picture, or a source to order a front grill for this tractor. My tractor doesn't have a grill, or any part of original to try and match one. Most sites that carry grills don't list 3400 grills. any help is appreciated.
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