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Thanks, TOG! I´ll check it out! BarnieTrk :)

Rob, Were you able to locate a source for the needed service manual? I´d also like to locate one for my ´89 Ford 1720 with FEL. Any guidance is helpful. Thanks,,, - BarnieTrk

Hi Fellas, I have a 35-ton HUSKEE Wood Splitter equipped with a 12.5HP Briggs & Stratton engine. I have been the primary user (borrowed it to my son a couple of times many years ago) and have used it probably nearly every month (one or more tanks of fuel per use). It has worked flawlessly for...

Hi Fellas, Yep, it's been awhile since I've been here. But I know this is the place to come looking for some expert guidance for my FORD 1720, a 1989 4X4 with FEL. I have owned this tractor approximately 5 years and have put about 120 hours on it since then. It ran fine then and still runs...

1989 FORD 1720, 3200hrs. It's been stored inside, on concrete, dry, critter-free. It was ran last maybe two-three months ago. I've got 12.6V at the battery and all seems intact without corrosion. I turn the key and all I get is a dim parking brake light on the dash........ no clicking...

Hi Fellas, When I acquired this '89 FORD 1720, the orange, flashing hazard lights on either side of the ROPS were busted off. I bought two new (not OEM, rather off of Ebay) orange hazard lights and installed them. They were two wire units, one hot and a ground wire. I re-connected the hot...

Hi Fellas, I am not an electrician, nor do not play one on TV. But, I plan to install two rearward-facing lamps from my ROPS on my '89 1720 FORD. Here are the lamps I'm interested in: Grote 64931 Rubber Tractor & Utility lamp Their information says: Product Description: # 64931- 12 Volt...

Hi Fellas, I've been working a little at a time to replace all the fluids in my new-to-me 1989 FORD 1720 4x4. I recently drained and refilled both front axle final gear reduction cases. It's only been a couple of weeks since the fluid change and then yesterday, I see that there is nice...

FEI (For Everyones Information) I don't know if this is allowed here, but I thought I'd post it up, for the benefit of all: I just saw where my local Tractor Supply Co. (TSC) store was selling Power Service (white) 80 ounce containers for $14.99. Considering their recommended mix ratio is 80...

Hi Fellas, My '89 FORD 1720 4x4 Owner's Manual says to check (& adjust if necessary) the valves every 600 hours. It has the 3-cyl Shibaura diesel engine. The tractor has logged 3,135 hours of operation. Considering that the previous owner primarily just fueled and greased the tractor...

Hi Fellas, I am needing to replace the amber light fixtures for my new-to-me '89 FORD 1720 4x4. One fixture was missing when I bought the tractor and the remaining one has it's wiring torn away and looks to be in rough shape. As a result, I am considering to locate/purchase a matching new...

Hey Guys, I've read that many diesel manufacturers recommend using a block heater if the engine/outside temperature gets below 20*F. Now I'm sure the decision to use them can depend on the size of the engine, the type of heater (reservoir style, lower rad hose style, soft plug style, etc.)...

Well, I did the PS 911 treatment yesterday, and today (42*F) it started, ran fine for about 5 minutes, I took it for a circle about the yard, and within another 5 minutes or so, it started to cut out and finally died. Now it sits in the yard under a tarp.....'cause it's supposed to rain/sleet...

Hi Guys! Here's the deal: I was hoping to remove my starter from my new-to-me 1720 to see about smearing a dab of neverseize on the starter's gear drive assembly, as I believe it is hanging up periodically and not engaging every time I turn the key. My 1720 has a block heater installed in...

Say Fellas, 1) Would someone please tell me what the bucket capacity is on a FORD 7108 Front End Loader.... I was thinking maybe a 0.5 cubic yard? :scratchchin: 2) Secondly, I am also looking for a source to obtain a copy of the owner's manual (paperback or CD form) for a FORD 7108 front...

I'm a mid-50s married guy living in mid-Michigan. I recently acquired a FORD compact tractor; #1720 with a 7108 front end loader, 4x4 with 3,100 hours on it's hour meter. I hope to learn some "Do's & Don'ts" with this new-to-me tractor from everyone here and maybe be able to share some of my...