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Ford 801 Discussions (35)

Here are the most recent 801 topics from our community.
  1. T

    Ford 801 Hydraulic blues

    This 801 lift does not work at all... Have substituted a working pump, rebuilt the cover, adjusted linkage- absolutely nothing. Fluid comes out of the pump plug when running.If the pump is removed...
  2. B

    Ford 801 Governor Linkages Broke My Shaft!

    I've got her running right - idling at 475 and no longer bogging down above 1800. Turns out all she needed was a clean fuel line and new gaskets. While I had the carb apart I replaced anything...
  3. R

    Gold Demonstrator 1962 Ford 801 diesel 5 speed in Oklahoma $1200

    Gold Demonstrator??? In Oklahoma, $1200, needs some 'putting together'. dallas.craigslist.org/dal/grd/d/pauls-valley-ford-tractor/6902874953.html
  4. WVH1977

    ford 801 half moon front wheel weights

    Does anyone on here know where I can find wheel weights for the front of my Ford 801? I am having a hard time trying to find them. Also, would filling the front tires with fluid really add any...
  5. P

    Ford 801

    Hi all, new to forum. Have a question about a Ford 800 series tractor. Recently I have converted over to alternator and electronic ignition (coil was replaced as well). However now when the...
  6. tmajor

    Ford 801 SOS ??

    OK guys, let's kick the tires on this 801 SOS. I have been warned about these trannies, but the tractor looks so "straight", I can't help but being interested. It was owned by the girls...
  7. G

    Ford 801 diesel tractor

    gshiffle Hello, My name is George and I am new to the forum. I have a Ford 801 diesel tractor. runs and starts great, hot or cold. Maintains good oil pressure (hot and cold) problem is, when...
  8. G

    Ford 801 diesel tractor

    gshiffle Ford 801 diesel tractor Hello, My name is George and I am new to the forum. I have a Ford 801 diesel tractor. runs and starts great, hot or cold. Maintains good oil pressure (hot and...
  9. G

    Ford 801 diesel tractor

    Hello, My name is George and I am new to the forum. I have a Ford 801 diesel tractor. runs and starts great, hot or cold. Maintains good oil pressure (hot and cold) problem is, when it gets hot...
  10. H

    Ford 801 powermaster Power steering questions

    I have a 1956 Ford 801 Powermaster with factory power steering. I dont use the tractor that much and over the years have repaired the power steering parts hoses, cylinders, used pump etc. I have...
  11. J

    Ford 801 hydraulic question

    Hello, I finally joined after lurking for years lol....I am working on my 801. Months ago I took it apart for a complete overhaul and now I'm finally getting it back together but I think i'm...
  12. HarleyBlackie

    Front End Loader Ford 801

    Can anyone tell me if the front end loader (complete with pump and valves) Off of a Ford 8N, will fit my 1959 Ford 801?
  13. W

    Ford 801 ignition problems

    Old tractor has been sitting for year since getting a new one. Have it sold but can't get it to run. No Spark. Did some voltage readings below and need help knowing what to do. Any help is...
  14. Santa Craig Cringle

    Toolbox location on Ford 801 series

    I cannot find a toolbox on my 1959 Ford 801 tractor. However, a Google search shows that there was one made to fit it. Anybody know where it mounts?
  15. M

    Lift won't work on Ford 801 Powermaster

    We rebuilt the Hydraulic pump and installed it back on tractor. The lift doesn't work and there is no oil coming out of the drain on top of pump if removed. Do I have air in the system and if so...
  16. J

    1959 ford 801 backhoe

    any body know where u cam get a parts diagram for loader 703 lift cyclender .mine are leaking think i found seals but the cast peice that goes after nut is broken
  17. N

    Ford 801 As A First Tractor??

    I have a dealer close that has a nicely maintained Ford 801 for $2000. I need a tractor to bushhog, plow, disc, rake and sickle bar mow with. I am not used to a single stage clutch tractor and...
  18. H

    1959 Ford 801 Powermaster

    I just recently bought a 1959 Ford 801 Powermaster, 821 model, tractor. It runs good but needs some TLC. It will idle at higher RPM's with no problem, but when you slow down the idle speed it will...
  19. jpm1

    Ford 801 Industrial shift problem

    My Pastor has an old 801 Ford industrial, he thinks around a 64 or 65 ish gasser with a loader on it. He says the shift fork come undone in the transmission so it doesn't shift. Guess the cover of...
  20. jeff pk

    Ford 801 and 860

    I'm thinking of buying a frozen-engine 801 as a parts tractor for my 860. Other than the later year, what does the 801 have or not have? Does the 0 indicate no PTO? Owner said it was a 5 speed...
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4.00 star(s)
spicerwilson

801 Ford
Like The Energizer Bunny, It Keeps Going
Model Year: 1960

Is very dependable. Not much upkeep is necessary.

Pros: Dependable.
Cons: No power steering no wet brakes.

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3.00 star(s)
tjw92462

801 Ford
Select-O-Speed
Model Year: 1959

A 1959 select-o-speed gas tractor, model 801 series.

Pros: Powerful, hard working.
Cons: Hard to start.

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5.00 star(s)
Gmorr57

801 Ford
My History With This 801D
Model Year: 1958

I grew up with this tractor. My dad bought it new when I was a year old Love the old iron.

Pros: Economical.
Cons: Not enough gears.

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3.00 star(s)
ironnut

801 Ford
Owning an Antique
Model Year: 0

Owning something that is 60+ years old means that you are going to be doing a fair amount of maintenance. Mostly I spent a fair number of weekends resetting the entropy clock on the Ford. It came with a loader that I didn't need so I deleted that option. The radiator was clogged with dirt and the power steering pump marginal. A previous owner(s) had cobbled various repairs and enhancements which I modified/corrected/deleted. I change the fluids replaced missing bolts and brackets cleaned the radiator, cleaned the carburetor, filed the points, replaced the battery, new brushes for the generator, replaced the wiring, and assorted other things. Not all at once but in the beginning on over the years. The main thing it lacks is a live PTO. When bush hogging sage brush this is sorely missed. Other than that it has performed as advertised. It is just old and tired like its owner. We actually own the IH 354 and the IH 270A backhoe

Pros: Does nearly everything I ask of it.
Cons: Lack a live PTO.

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5.00 star(s)
andy andreoli

801 Ford
Good Investment
Model Year: 1958

My 801 has a front loader and backhoe. The tractor runs excellent and has all the power I need. I need to remove the backhoe to plow and it appears to be a cumbersome job. A good investment for the backhoe and loader as compared to other models with similar features.

Pros: Good power for an older tractor.
Cons: Removing the backhoe for farm work is cumbersome.

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5.00 star(s)
elektrosdad

801 Ford
801 ford
Model Year: 1958

I love the tractor but live power is the utmost convenient accessory of which I don't have on this model.

Pros: its a ford !!!
Cons: no live powe

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