Re: Ferguson tractor deal

[takpak]

Back last fall, I posted about a possible tractor purchase, a 1951 TO 20 Ferguson that my neighbor was going to sell me for $1000.00. Well, after thinking about it all winter, I finally pulled the trigger and bought the tractor. It starts and runs good, and everything on it works pretty well. It needs some TLC, and some polish and shine (and probably a new paint job) but otherwise is in good shape. It comes with a 5 foot blade, and I already have a post hole auger as well. Now to get it ready for this year's Great Oregon Steam Up, at which the Ferguson tractor is the featured tractor this year. Timing is everything, eh? For those who have one of these great tractors, any words of wisdom to impart on this new owner? Yes, I am mechanically inclined, having been a diesel mechanic, a chief engineer, and restored both cars, trucks, and military vehicles. Now I want to try my hand at a tractor. Being on a farm helps too. The Fergie is still the original 6 volt system and I think I'll leave it that way, at least for now. It has recently had the fuel tank cleaned and coated, and a new tune up, complete with everything including a new coil. I do have one seal leaking on the rear axle that needs taking care of. Otherwise, almost a turnkey tractor. Thanks for any advice. I do also currently have a newer Massey-Ferguson compact tractor, model MF 1220, 1994 vintage.

 

[Tom H.]

First, congrats on the tractor! Two things you should have are the repair manual and the parts manual. Also the operators manual is good too. Your rear seal is a big /small job. Correctly done is to replace the outer seal by removing the bearing collar, bearing and seal. Put on new outer seal Clean and repack bearing press/heat slip on the new collar and also add sure seals. A good machine shop can remove and press the axle job. I?ve been charged $75 per axle to have it done. The sure seal is an inner seal that keeps the hydraulic/transmission oil inside the axle housing and makes it similar to the way the TO30 is set up. All the parts and manuals are right here on the parts site and there is a lot of experience here. Keep us posted.

Ps you will also need to replace the brake pads on the wet side.

 

[John Deere D]

The Ferguson Parts Book (FORM NO 693 041 M2) indicates all parts that are interchangeable..

I purchased manual off e-Bay...$$$$$$ well invested...

This Parts Book indicates all and or any parts that are inter changeable with Ferguson Tractors TE20..T020..T030..TEA20...9N..2N...Fords

Bob. Owner Operator TEA-20 and other Colored Tractors

 

[RedGreenGuy]

Replaced rear axle bearings and seals on my TO35 with the help of my friend YOUTUBE.

 

[thehickdaddy]

Yayyyyyy you brought it home.
I think I shared positive encouragement last year on your first post about to 20 and oregon steam up. As others said, books are very important as these tractors have given many years of service, and just because something is assembled a certain way now does not mean that is how it was assembled over half century ago.
I am sure I asked this before, but where are you located? My dad and I are south of portland and have some knowledge to share

 

[takpak]

Hi Hickdaddy. Regarding the question as to my location, I am west of Portland, and just north of the Sunset Highway, in what is known as the Helvetia area, yes, just south of the Helvetia Tavern! Farm country....for now. But development is encroaching, day by day. The big Ronler Acres Intel site is just across the highway to the south of us. I now have the old TO 20, as well as a newer (1994) Massey-Ferguson 1220. I also help my neighbor on his farm. He has all the neat modern stuff, John Deere, Case/IH, among others. You know, with onboard computers, AC, stereo, power everything, etc. But, I still like to play with the "old iron" as well. It's why I go to Steam Up every year.