Looking to change all the fluids in Ford 2600. I can not seem to find where all the drain plugs are. I have a IT Ford Shop manual but cant find where they explain where to change it. Im sure its...
Trying to change my alternator out of my tractor to a one wire or with internal regulator. I am having a hard time finding one any help would be great. Help finding or help changing it out. I am...
While bush-hogging all of a sudden the engine shut down. Plenty of gas, good voltage, all dash lights work, but when trying to crank engine over, nothing. Not a click. Let it sit overnight, then...
Ford 2600 CAV injection pump no injector port flow/pressure. Tore it down. Had a spline coupler bolt come loose and bang it up a bit internally, but appears serviceable. Question: What is the...
I don't what it is about me but I seem to have a weakness for poor neglected little tractors.
A few weeks ago, a friend of mine asked me if I would take care of his little 2600 for a while. I know...
Anyone have recommendations for a brand and model of front end loader for a 1978 Ford 2600? From all the research ive done, the recommended models are Ford 772A or 727.
Found a 727 for...
I have a ford 2600 that was starting with the occasional issue with it not firing right away, and it would sometimes take a few key bumps and it fired right up. Today i was trying to figure out...
Hey guys,
Wondering if any of you have seen a steady flow of water leaking below the water pump on a ford 2600 before.
Trying to determine if its a bad leak coming out or a weep hole, or a...
Hey Y'all, I am chasing the gremlins of a tractor that was sitting for a year. Clutch will not disengage. Any ideas as to a possible fix to get it to break free. I cant see any access panels and...
I'm going to start off by saying i have a basic mechanical understanding, but assume most people here know a lot more than me
I have been having issues starting my 1979 Ford 2600 gas tractor. The...
Hey fellas,
I recently purchased a Ford 2600 and would like to put a front end loader on it but I'm at my wits end trying to find one that fits without a ton of work. I'm sure some of you have...
Someone borrowed my Ford 2600, hit a curb, broke the spindle,flipped it up on its side and bent the radius arm. Question. How do I remove the old spindle arm. I have the back unhooked but can't...
I took my lift cover off my 2600 to clean the gunk out of it and unstick the draft/position levers. The fluid hasn't been changed in several years and it sat out in the weather for a little of...
Greetings-
New member here.
My brother-in-law has two tractors a old Massey and a Ford 2600 (Model number BA21?C).
I was able to get the old Massey working and was hoping to get some help for...
So last week I was working around the house with the tractor and noticed a pretty bad smell. I noticed it a little the previous time I ran the tractor, but didn't think much of it. This time I...
I would like to add a rear remote to my Ford 2600 to run a chipper with hydraulic feed or logsplitter and a hydraulic top link. The picture below shows what is currently installed.
First...
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My 2600 has been running rough, is low on power, and emits black smoke when revved up. It's been bad the last few days, but I'd noticed loss of power over the last couple of...
I recently tried to start my 40+ year old Ford 2600 diesel during a period of freezing weather. I had to jump the battery to get enough juice to turn it over but when I did it fired up and within...
My 1976 Ford 2600 diesel is leaking hydraulic fluid out of the steering shaft just below the steering wheel. Does anyone know what the fix is and how involved is it?
I posted this once before with no response. I need to replace the steering sector seals and would like to know if they can be replaced without removing the steering box. Reading the repair manual...
Today I installed a sissor lift on the back of my 2600 and when I tried to lift a 900lb round bale it barely started to lift it off the ground. I have never had a problem with the lift before...
Put a new clutch in my 2600 and I think I might have put the disc in wrong. Clutch works but engages/disengages at the bottom of the clutch pedal travel, but does fully engage/disengage. PTO...
I have a 2600 with single filter setup and would like to switch to a dual setup with a clear bowl so I can monitor the filtration. Will a dual setup like this work without any other modifications...
I am having to replace the right front wheel bearing. I cannot get the dust cover off. My local Ford dealer tells me that it is a screw on dust cap. Is this correct? Also, is there anything...
I have been having one problem after the other with my Ford 2600. I posted last summer about problems with it starting then dying. I thought it might be the fuel pump, so I ordered one and it...
I just purchased a Ford 2600 (1976 model year) diesel tractor. It is leaking steering fluid out of the top of the steering column just below the steering wheel. Has anyone had this problem and...
It's a diesel and I don't know what kind of tube this stuff is and where should I go to get it on a weekend. The local New Holland dealer thought maybe some kind of rubber hose but he'd have to...
I had been having problems with my gas engine Ford 2600 cranking and then dying. I have a tractor mechanic from one of the local shops who is moonlighting on the side working on my tractor.
His...
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What would be a reasonable price for a 1980 Ford 2600 diesel with a loader and cab, and 500 hours on the clock? The hours appear genuine as the tractor has not been used that much. Any...
I'm looking at a Ford 2600 now and drove it today. Not sure how much assist the steering mechanism is supposed to supply. It seems to me that the steering assist was not working well at all...
Hi guys, I'm a new member, but longtime lurker. I recently got an '80 model Ford 2600 diesel. It is in terrible shape, but you can't beat free!
The tractor is showing somewhere near 2500 hours...
Hi guys, I'm fairly new to the forum, but have been a long time lurker. I took on a project tractor recently. It's an '80 model Ford 2600 Diesel.
It's ugly as sin, but I bought it right. I am...
I'm not wanting to compare horsepower on these two tractors. If you had your druthers, assuming equal state of repair and hours, which one of these units would catch your eye first? Seems like the...
Hello everyone,
I have two questions. First, does $1600 for a "like new" Bushhog 286 medium duty mower sound alright? Second, am I going to be able to run this thing with my Ford 2600 diesel...
I hope this is the right forum to post this in, and I hope it's okay to do a WTT thread. If not, mods please delete!
Hi all,
Recently, one of my and my father's tractors were stolen (Ford 3600)...
My name is Sims F. Benson,Sr.,and I live in the great state of Georgia. I have been driving Ford 2600 tractors for about 33 years. They are great for keeping up our larger than normal yard, and...
My Ford 2600 (diesel) runs hot and shuts down after about and hour of use. I've learned to go to the barn before it shuts down. After cool down it's ready to go for another hour. I replaced fuel...
First time tractor owner. I have inherited a ford 2600 mid 70's tractor and will have a few questions over the next few weeks, please be patient I have never driven a tractor before. My first...
I have an older neighbor who has a Ford 2600, new tires diesel the tractor looks great and runs great he has had the tractor for 10 years. He wants to sell the tractor for $8000 with bushog, boom...
I recentlychanged my diesel filter on my Ford 2600 and now have a leak at the top of the bleeder bolt. I changed out the copper washers and used teflon tape on the threads but it still leaks. Do...
My Ford 2600 has a problem turning in either direction. The front wheels skid in any kind of tight turn. Anybody got ideas on what the problem is?
Thanks, Jim
looking to buy some rear wheel weights for my NAA.
will the following weights fit, they're supposedly from a ford 2600, i don't know what year.
Ford wheel weights from 2600
thanks.
I've owned my 2600 for 10 years and it has been Very reliable.
Just curious about any others on here.
Bought back in 98' with 417 hrs. according to the hr. meter.
The seller said it had 4170 hrs.I...
Hi All, I have a Ford 2600 with a FEL and it just doesn't seem to have that much strength. Not even enough to lift the front tires off the ground. The fluid level is good and the hydo filter has...
A dealer by me has a Ford 2600 gas w/FEL on consignment. I have yet to get there during their normal business hours so we haven't talked price as of yet. Also I didn't want to snoop around during...