Ford 2600 Discussions

Here are the most recent 2600 topics from our community.
  1. Jrusche

    Ford 2600 Fluid change

    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...
  2. Jrusche

    FORD 2600 altenator

    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...
  3. Jrusche

    Ford 2600 fuel leak

    My Ford 2600 is leaking around the fuel injector pump. Is there a way to reseal it or do you have to have it rebuilt. I have never opened the pump.
  4. Jrusche

    Ford 2600 diesel (wire harness)

    Anybody know where I can get a wire harness for my ford 2600 tractor
  5. Jrusche

    Ford 2600 Diesel tractor fuel system

    I got a 2600 Ford tractor and the fuel lines are ate up. I am looking for an exploded view of the 2600 ford diesel's fuel system.
  6. T

    Ford 2600 gas model quit running

    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...
  7. B

    Ford 2600 CAV injection pump no injector port flow/pressure

    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...
  8. F

    Ford 2600 followed me home

    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...
  9. T

    Ford 2600 leaking fluid from under steering wheel area cowl

    I have a gas ford 2600 that has been idle for a few years and is showing a lot of fluid of some kind leaking
  10. R

    Front-End Loader Ford 2600 Front End Loader

    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...
  11. B

    Ford 2600 not engaging starter

    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...
  12. B

    Ford 2600 water leak

    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...
  13. N

    Ford 2600 Stuck Clutch

    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...
  14. A

    Ford 2600 - starting issues

    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...
  15. G

    Front-End Loader My Ford 2600 needs a front end loader, I need some HELP

    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...
  16. I

    Radius arm removal Ford 2600

    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...
  17. D

    Ford 2600 Lift Cover Removal

    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...
  18. F

    Ford 2600

    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...
  19. D

    Ford 2600 Starter Issues

    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...
  20. D

    Rear Remote to Ford 2600

    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...
  21. CTPhil

    Ford 2600 diesel running rough, black snmoke.

    Hello everyone, 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...
  22. F

    FORD 2600 - Water in the oil

    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...
  23. T

    Ford 2600 Leaking Fluid out of the top of the power steering shaft

    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?
  24. R

    Ford 2600 steering sector seal leak

    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...
  25. R

    Ford 2600 lift problem

    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...
  26. F

    Ford 2600 tractor

    We have a ford 2600 tractor and cannot figure out how to get the rear hydraulics hoses off to hook the up to an mower. Any ideas?
  27. R

    Ford 2600 Steering Gear Seals

    Anyone know if the steering gear seals can be installed without removing the steering box?
  28. T

    Ford 2600 Single Disc clutch plate in wrong?

    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...
  29. R

    YM 336D vs Ford 2600

    I have a guy interested in trading a YM336D for my Ford 2600. Any thoughts?
  30. W

    ford 2600 rear wheel weights and rear hydraulics

    new member here, looking for rear wheel weights and rear hyd. for a 1978 ford 2600 gas
  31. J

    Ford 2600 Filter Options

    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...
  32. T

    Replacing Front Wheel Bearing on Ford 2600

    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...
  33. B

    Right Carburetor for a Ford 2600

    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...
  34. T

    Ford 2600 (1976) Steering Column Leakage

    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...
  35. R

    Ford 2600

    How to tell year made#C570274 can any one tell me what year it is thanks RLW
  36. B

    Ford 2600 Leak off tube, between injectors and fuel tank and injector pump to filter

    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...
  37. B

    Ford 2600 Fuel Pump Issues

    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...
  38. R

    Price Check Ford 2600 pricing

    Hi all 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...
  39. M

    Ford 2600 assisted steering weakness

    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...
  40. L

    Ford 2600 questions

    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...
  41. L

    Looking for Ford 2600/3600 sheetmetal and more!

    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...
  42. M

    Ford 1900/Ford 2600 comparisons

    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...
  43. J

    Buying Advice Bushhog 286/Ford 2600

    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...
  44. L

    Have 1978 Trans Am. Need Ford 2600/3600

    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)...
  45. B

    Ford 2600 battery

    Good Morning, I have a 1979 Ford 2600 tractor, and would like to know if a standard car battery with post on top will be ok? Thanks, ben47:) +
  46. B

    Ford 2600 1979 tractors

    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...
  47. J

    thermostat ford 2600

    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...
  48. M

    ford 2600

    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...
  49. I

    Price Check Ford 2600 what is a fair price

    What is a Ford 2600 worth, in really good condition with new tires, diesel?
  50. I

    Ford 2600 is it a good deal?

    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...
  51. J

    Oil & Fuel diesel leak at bleeder Ford 2600

    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...
  52. J

    Ford 2600 turning problem

    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
  53. D

    Ballast wheel weights for ford 2600 will fit NAA ??

    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.
  54. J

    Ford 2600

    Newbie here, looking at a used Ford 2600. what is the scoop on this tractor? Design problems? Hard to get parts? Etc. Thanks, Jimbob
  55. T

    Ford 2600 gas model

    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...
  56. A

    Ford 2600, FEL weak

    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...
  57. A

    Ford 2600

    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...
  58. P

    ford 2600 lights

    I have purchased a Ford 2600 and I am looking for owners manual and both headlight assemblies. Any help will be appreciated.
  59. P

    Ford 2600

    Has any one owned a Ford 2600? What was your experience and what would be the value of a 1979-80 in excellent condition?
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