Ford FORD2000 4.60 star(s) (24)

Information, reviews, photos, discussion topics, owner pages, and specifications about the Ford FORD2000.
Vintage Tractors
1704768910.jpg

About the Ford FORD2000



Ford FORD2000 Discussions (356)

Here are the most recent FORD2000 topics from our community.
  1. P

    1968 ford 2000 3 cyl gas

    Pulled the head, have a large crack and a decently large hole inside the intake side of the head. Is this something a machine shop can mess with? Hard to find a new head for a 1968
  2. M

    Ford 2000 - Hydraulic pressure

    Hello all, My tractor is a 1968 Ford 2000 3cyl diesel. I've finished rebuilding the top lid and now my 3ptl is working as it did beforehand. New piston, honed cylinder o-rings, safety valve and...
  3. M

    1974 Ford 2000 front end loader

    I have a 1974 ford 2000 tractor and I’m looking for loaders that will fit. I saw that the Ford 771 and 772 fit. But, I was wonder if and other brands or series will fit?
  4. M

    Ford 2000 relief valve enquiry

    Long time reader / first time poster...! I am in the process of rebuilding my Ford 2000 top lid and I believed I had ordered correct parts. So far everything has been a 1 for 1 likeness..Until...
  5. C

    1964 ford 2000 starter

    Hi all, I'm trying to replace the starter on 1964 ford 2000 4 cylinder 12V tractor. I'll attach a couple picture but the new one i got seems to not fit fit exactly right, there's a gap between the...
  6. B2000

    65-74 Ford 2000 3 cylinder gas line

    I'm changing the fuel line from the sediment bowl to the carburetor to a steel line with flared fittings. Just don't run the new fitting into the carb too far or it will break out the threaded...
  7. B

    Looking for a Ford tractor 711 one arm loader

    Good evening all, I am not sure I am in the right forum, but here goes. Several years ago, I purchased a Ford 2000 Tractor, with a Bush Hog and a Ford 711 one arm loader, non manuel dump. While...
  8. L

    Ford 2000 help

    Hey friends, I purchased a 1967 ford 2000. Unfortunately I had it 2 hours when the motor seized. Im looking to see if anyone has a used one or any advice for getting mine rebuilt. Ty
  9. careyo63

    NTM. Ford 2000.

    Had to remove a lot of paint. Found the Ser.#'s I believe. L. side Trans Housing. By the Starter 1201 ? Then below it 31038? On the Eng. block L.side CONN 60150. Clutch is stuck and with a FEL...
  10. F

    Ford 2000 3 Cylinder Gas Fuel Lines

    Is anyone able to share photos or drawings of the correct path for fuel lines? I have acquired a 1974 Ford 2000 with a gasoline 3 cylinder engine. Someone has cut the original fuel lines and...
  11. C

    1965 ford 2000 rear oil level plug

    looking for the rear axle oil level plug. found the transmission level plug and the hydraulic dipstick. i thought the rear level was going to be the plug on the back but I think the manual is...
  12. R

    3-Point Hitch Ford 2000 3-cyl 3-point lift raises 8”

    Bought a Ford 2000. Has a bit of blow by so I’m easing into this project as I am not sure what the engine condition is. It runs well, drives well; but the 3 point lift only raises 8 inches at...
  13. R

    Ford 2000 will not go into gear

    Hello, I just picked up a ford 2000 3 cyl at auction. This tractor will not go into gear. I have not pulled the transmission top cover yet to look at the shift forks. I spoke to the previous...
  14. C

    Need help with ford 2000!

    I was bushhoging with my grandpas 1973 ford 2000 diesel last summer and the back tires went down in a little ditch and the bushhog stayed up on the hill so I was stuck until I raised bushhog. Well...
  15. B

    Ford 2000 and 730

    Wanting to add a 730 loader to my Ford 2000. Looking at the center axle pivot pin, I have a solid pin. I am guessing I would need to update the pivot pin to a hollow pin to accept the splined...
  16. O

    1963 Ford 2000

    Any idea what it would be worth? Runs good, converted to 12v, and has power steering. Do these have live pto? Primary use would be brush hogging ATV trails, tilling food plots, etc.
  17. B

    Ford 3000 3-point lift lever

    My 3-point lift lifts OK and will hold anything i lift up as long as the lever is all the way up, even when shut off. The problem that I have is that only the last couple of inches of the lever...
  18. S

    Ford 2000 3 Pt.lift problems

    I recently replaced the PTO shaft seal on my Ford 2000 3cyl.gas tractor. The 3 Pt.was working fine before I replaced the seal.After replacing the seal and refilling the rear end with Hyd.fluid ...
  19. G

    Ford 2000 Diesel questions - Electrical rebuild

    Hi All, THis is my first time posting here and I am looking for some help in where to start. I bought a used Foord 200 Dextra diesel for a good price. It starts good, runs well and pulls and...
  20. Homestead Blue

    64 Ford 2000 Head Bolt Size

    Hey guys, I ran into an odd issue. I am needing to replace the head gasket on my 1964 Ford 2000. When I go to order the gasket I find there are two bolt sizes, 1/2" and 7/16". This is my first...
[ad placeholder]

User Reviews (24)

Read what TractorByNet members think about the Ford FORD2000 Subcompact Tractor
5
71 %
4
21 %
3
8 %
2
0 %
1
0 %
5.00 star(s)
Trevorp2368

FORD2000 Ford
English ford 2000
Model Year: 1975

Just bought it still trying to find out about it, I think it was made in Basildon Essex, near where I live in England

Pros: None
Cons: None

4.00 star(s)
Gary Beason

FORD2000 Ford
Ford Tractor
Model Year: 1972

Used only to cut grass at this time.

Pros: Easy to maintain.
Cons: Expensive to repair.

Photo Uploads:

5.00 star(s)
007dmm

FORD2000 Ford
1973 Ford 2000
Model Year: 1973

Just bought this tractor, and I am looking for a professional painter in my area, Springfield, MO. It is in it's original condition, and rust is not bad for it's age. It had to be housed most of it's life.

Pros: Need a little help finding a reputable painter.
Cons: A private party would be fine as well.

3.00 star(s)
Anonymous Poster

FORD2000 Ford
Ford 2000
Model Year: 1968

I have had this tractor since I bought my Farm. It is a good little machine but it does consume some oil. The hydraulics don't work well when it's cold out and it doesn't have very much power, but it get's the job done. I would recommend a diesel not the 3 cylinder gas.

Pros: Cheap and reliable.
Cons: Bad on gas.

4.00 star(s)
sixvolt

FORD2000 Ford
Ford 2000 in Line 4 Cylinder 6 Volt System
Model Year: 1964

I purchased this Ford 2000 tractor, Ford brush hog, Ford 6 way adjustable rear blade, 1 bottom plow, cultivator, rear scoop & dump bucket in 1984 from the original owner. It was in excellent condition from being stored inside and had very low hours. He had used it for his landscaping nursery business at his home from 1964 until he retired and closed his business in 1968. He would start it up a couple of times every year and putt around his property on it. I have kept it stored in my garage when not in use for the last 29 years. I do all of my own maintenance and necessary repairs. I used the tractor for doing landscaping around my home, brush hogging the field, York raking the gravel driveway, and clearing snow. It has been a workhorse for what I require out of it. It has not been used for anything other than sitting in my garage for the last 7 years, looking pretty! It still looks like it did the day I purchased it 29 years ago.

Pros: Well engineered tractor.
Cons: 6 volt system starts hard when cold outside.

5.00 star(s)
radtek22

FORD2000 Ford
FORD 2000
Model Year: 1970

Great mid-sized tractor. Needed a carb, Holley replaced by Zenith, much better carb, twin stick 8 speed, live PTO... Have hauled 10cord of fire wood this fall, came with Turf tires, put on double link chains, now will pull down a house, economical to run, fun compact tractor, plow much snow here in upstate NY. Never was a Ford car guy, but I can say I'm a Ford tractor fan! Easy to work on also!

Pros: Economical, reliable, good or small farm use.
Cons: None so far.

5.00 star(s)
alan509

FORD2000 Ford
'63 Ford Industrial Tractor
Model Year: 1963

I was a foreman on a job 30+ years ago and the Sup. had this tractor on the job. I met him again 4 yrs. ago and he sold me the tractor a couple of months before he died. Put a new battery in it, a new rear tire, changed oils, and hydraulic fluids, points, spark plugs, greased etc. and she runs like a top. Did a quick paint job on it---nothing fancy, but looks okay. Strong front end loader w/12 gpm pump, and a heavy 6' Gannon Box blade on the rear, I've added 8' long x 1' wide forks that hook into a brackets welded into the base of the bucket when needed and that also serve as loading ramps for it on to the car hauler trailer. This is still a working tractor---I've graded several lots with it and built building pads, a storm control channel, Demo'd a house that had been partially burnt, and use it around the house and shop as a wheel barrow, hoist, to pull whatever and grade our dirt road with it along with my sisters place and brothers. Planning on getting a auger for it also. It's not as fast as a Case 580 or anything new with auto shifting and easy operator controls, but hey I'm not in a hurry anymore either, and we get it done just the same. Love this tractor.

Pros: Strong little skip loader with a PTO and Gannon.
Cons: Lack of foot throttle requires 3rd hand to operate bucket smoothly.

Photo Uploads:

5.00 star(s)
bcricher

FORD2000 Ford
Great Old Machine
Model Year: 1969

This tractor has been great.

Pros: Very reliable.
Cons: No live PTO.

3.00 star(s)
Anonymous Poster

FORD2000 Ford
New With Tractors
Model Year: 1964

Not quite the tractor I was in need of, but the deal was too good to pass up on.

Pros: Great deal.
Cons: Really need a compact 4 wheel drive.

5.00 star(s)
KrisGamble

FORD2000 Ford
1961 Ford 2000 Industrial Tractor
Model Year: 1961

Acquired tractor from a neighbor for a restoration project. It was on it's way to the scrapper. Had been on same 40 acre farm for 45 years. Was a fun project. Might of spent a little more than the tractor would sell for but it is all about the journey and not the destination. :)

Pros: The front end loader is very handy. Live lift is nice compared to my little 9N.
Cons: The power steering has some aggravating leaks but is necessary with the front end loader. Compared to 9N the larger size of this tractor is not as handy for mowing or pushing snow.

Photo Uploads:

5.00 star(s)
Charze

FORD2000 Ford
Old Tractor
Model Year: 1973

A forty year old machine with only 1800 hours. Only one previous owner who primarily used it to tend his small garden and help some of his small town neighbors have a garden. Replaced cracked exhaust manifold and two dry-rotted front tires. "Bluford" does a great job plowing, harrowing, bush hog, and pushing/pulling dirt around with the 6' blade---I'm having a ball!

Pros: It's all good...
Cons: No padding on seat, no power steering---but I knew that when I bought it.

Photo Uploads:

5.00 star(s)
drp3407

FORD2000 Ford
1967 Ford 2000
Model Year: 1967

I just recently bought a 1967 Ford 2000 gas tractor. I bought it to maintain my gravel road leading to my home. I haven't had a chance to really use it since I do not have a scrape blade yet. The tractor has been very well maintained. Everything appears to work including the lights. It was not equipped with a live PTO but has had the overrun coupler added. This is the first tractor I have owned so I will learn more as I go.

Pros: Well maintained. Strong lift.
Cons: Gas burner as opposed to diesel.

Photo Uploads:

4.00 star(s)
BLANCO 63

FORD2000 Ford
Ford 2000
Model Year: 1963

This tractor is in great condition, with the only exception being both rear tires that have 50% tread but some dry cracking. However it is propane powered which is new to me. I still need to find a propane vendor.

Pros: None.
Cons: None.

4.00 star(s)
jahughes

FORD2000 Ford
Ford 2000
Model Year: 1965

Bought this from an older fella. Seems to have been well taken care of. Stored inside always. Came with bushog and grader blade. It's three cylinder gas. Had an Allis WD before this one.

Pros: Smaller footprint than my Allis Chalmers.
Cons: No live power.

5.00 star(s)
IronMike70

FORD2000 Ford
Ford 2000
Model Year: 1963

Tractor in need of major work.

Pros: None.
Cons: None.

5.00 star(s)
royaldan

FORD2000 Ford
1971 Ford 2000 Diesel
Model Year: 1971

When I retired and puchased my acreage I negotiated with the previous owner of the property to throw in his Ford 2000 diesel tractor and brush mower as part of the deal. He accepted. I now tell people I bought a tractor and got a house and 14 acres thrown in for free. I had no idea what kind of shape the old tractor was in. I installed a new battery and it started and ran great. Since then I have performed routine maintenance on it in addition to replacing the water pump, radiator and generator. Not bad for the age and hours on the tractor. I use the tractor to keep the lower pasture mowed (about 6 acres) using the old brush mower that came with the tractor. I purchased a finish mower and used the tractor to mow several acres of yard. I soon learned this was extremely time consuming and purchased a commercial grade zero-turn mower to maintain my yard which reduced my mowing time by half. I sold the finish mower. The tractor is also used to power a DR brand 3-pt chipper that I use regularly to chip brush for mulch. I have several large landscaping beds that I mulch and have not had to purchase any mulch since buying my property. When cutting brush, I use the tractor and a utility trailer to hall chain saws and other tools to the work site. Trees and brush are then hauled away using the trailer. One of my retirement goals was to own enough land to justify having a tractor and I'm pleased with my Ford 2000 Diesel. I especially appreciate the two-stage clutch which makes operating the mower while stopping and backing up, a breeze. The only thing that would make the tractor better is to have a front-end loader. However, my neighbor and good friend has a Kubota tractor with a front-end loader and he lets me use his tractor when needed.

Pros: Two-stage clutch. Diesel torque. Inexpensive to operate. Just the right size to do the job.
Cons: No front-end loader.

Photo Uploads:

5.00 star(s)
earl6969

FORD2000 Ford
Ford 2000
Model Year: 1975

I have 1975 Ford 2000 tractor. It has been very reliable. I originally wanted a John Deere as that is what I grew up working with on the farm. But those are priced way too much for what you get. So far the 2000's parts have been surprisingly reasonable for the few breakdowns I've had. One thing I like about the 2000 is the hydraulic pump is on the outside, meaning you don't have to split the tractor in half to fix it. This is an excellent tractor: now if Ford could just learn how to make good trucks and cars!

Pros: Diesel, power steering, cheap parts.
Cons: No locking rear differential.

5.00 star(s)
trucol

FORD2000 Ford
Reliable Small Tractor
Model Year: 1973

My Dad bought this tractor in 1974 to use in a 40 acre pecan grove. It has been used for mowing mostly, but has also been used to lightly disc. It has done everything it has been asked to do, and has held up very well. It is only recently that a major problem has occurred.

Pros: Very reliable, live pto, two stage clutch, plenty of power for size.
Cons: None.

5.00 star(s)
Anonymous Poster

FORD2000 Ford
Hard Worker
Model Year: 1968

I've owned this tractor since 1995 and have used it for everything. It's been and still is a great tractor. Only problem I had was I had to replace a head gasket but that was my fault. I keep it in a shed and it still looks new. The 3 cyl. diesel will work for hours without refueling. I love this tractor!

Pros: Low fuel cost with lots of power.
Cons: None.

4.00 star(s)
Bobby R

FORD2000 Ford
1965-1974 Ford 2000 3 Cylinder Gasoline Tractor
Model Year: 1972

The older Ford 2000 3 cylinder gasoline tractors are basically good, solid tractors when used for what they were designed for, which is lighter duty work. I do however believe that power steering should have been standard equipment on them rather than optional because they are extremely hard to turn at slow moving speeds without it. The only other weak point I would mention is the hydraulic system should be beefed up more with a larger, heavier duty pump.

Pros: Manual steering models, light duty hydraulic system.
Cons: Tough and reliable.

[ad placeholder]

Ford FORD2000 Owner Pages

View owner pages to see photos, customization and comments about member-owner Ford FORD2000s

Ford FORD2000 Community Rankings

#43 user rating of 679 Vintage Tractors items
#54 Viewed of 679 Vintage Tractors items
#4 discussed of 679 Vintage Tractors items
#932 user rating of 19625 items overall
#886 Viewed of 19625 items overall
#23 discussed of 19625 items overall
#11 Ranking of Most-OwnerPages in 19625 items overall
Top