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    Side mount distributor with electronic ignition.

    I pulled my original distributor to see if it could be rebuilt to run on points ignition. I am inquiring as to how to get it back in time with the electronic ignition installed. Thanks for any information.
  2. M

    3 pt Lift 2400B (454)

    The pump that I replaced was on the MCV. This is the only pump that I am aware of. The tractor does not have a loader.
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    Leaking Master Cylinder IH 2400B

    I have a 75 IH 2400B that has a leaky brake master cylinder or equilizer valve. This tractor is exactly like an IH 454. I am inquiring into how hard a job is it to rebuild brake master cylinders. Thanks for any wisdom.
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    starting a T0 20

    I am new to this site. I am 8N owner and have recently aquired a 51 TO20. It is currently not running but it was when owner stop using it 3 years ago. I am not sure how to start motor because it doesnt have a start button on it. I remember the previous owner starting it with the gear shifter...
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    Valve Assembly Question

    Decided to do a valve lap on my 50 8N this past weekend. Installed new guides, springs and seals. I noticed that when I tried to install the intake guides and valves with the notched screwdriver pry bar that I shaved a little bit of rubber off of the seals as they went down. I applied lubricant...
  6. M

    Carburetor throttle shaft packing

    What is the best way to remove and replace the brass washer for the trottle shaft packing during carburetor rebuild. Thanks for any information.
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    Alternator Output

    I installed a delco 10SI alternator on my 8N about 1 year ago according to the recommendations in the archives. I have had a little trouble with keeping my battery charged so I tested the alternator output with 3 different multimeters and they all showed 13 volts. I had the alternator tested at...
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    Rear Seal Oil Leak

    I have an oil leak on my 50 8N. It looks as if it is leaking out at the rear seal. Is there any product that can be placed in the oil to stop this kinda leak? Tractor runs well and hate to tear into the motor for this. Thanks for any suggestions.
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    alternator type

    I purchased the already made alternator brackets for my 50 8N (side mount) to redo my rigged alternator. I am inquiring about the type of automotive alternator that will fit these brackets without any modifications. Is there a certain make/model that will fit? Thanks for any information.
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    Alternator Not Charging

    I installed a Delco Remy 3 wire alternator on my tractor about 1 year ago according to wiring diagrams I got off of the archives. My tractor runs fine with the aternator but I have had trouble keeping my battery charged. I tested the alternator with a load tester and an analog meter and my...
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    Alternator Output

    I am inquiring about how much an ammeter should register if working right. Mine only registers maybe 5 amps at full throttle. Is this correct or do I have a defective meter. Thanks.
  12. M

    Alternator Not Charging Battery

    I have installed a Delco Remy 12v alternator and was wondering if it is working correctly about how many amps should my ammeter be showing while running? Also does the #2 wire (P2) have to be connected to the bat+ at the back of the alternator or directly to the battery post. Thanks for any...
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    1950 8n rear brakes

    There is a picture in the archives from Hobo that shows how to use the spring tool.
  14. M

    1950 8n rear brakes

    You need to buy a brake spring tool. They very cheap and make the job easy.
  15. M

    PTO Shaft Oil Seal Replacement

    I would like to replace my PTO shaft oil seal on my 50 8N because its leaky. Can this be done without major dissassembly? Or is something that can be done from outside the tractor. Appreciate any tips.
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