ford 3000

Just picked up a second Ford 3000 which has a rebuild hydraulic pump to setup as a hay mower. We mounted the mower on the 3pt and have the following 2 issues: 1. When lifting the mower, 3pt goes all the way up....there is no stopping half way, 3/4th way etc.....it just lifts as high as it can...

I hope someone can help me in locating the hydraulic filters for this gas tractor. I know it take two filters, intake and exhaust but I have no idea where they are located on the tractor. Thanks, Mike :confused:

looking at a ford 3000 does this model have glow plugs. no start with out either

Does anyone know if there is a hydraulic filter on a 1975/6 ford 3000 highway? I'm having a new pump and the 3-point rebuilt but also where else do the hydraulics go?

I hate to keep asking about this,But I don't really know.I want to put a Ford 727 loader on my Ford 3000 diesel,what thickness of plate should I use?Can I move the original brackets on the loader?This loader mounts are a lot different than the mounts on the 3000.Any feed back would be so...

I will plowing the other day and my lift quite working. Pulled it apart and found my return line had snapped in half above the fluid level. I welded it back together but now I cannot get the pump to prime. I have been all over the hydraulic thinking I might have missed something that might of...

I have a 1968 Ford 3000 gas tractor. This past week it has been difficult to start. Starter cranks fine but have to crank it six or eight times, and about the point I'm about to give up it takes off. Up to that point it cranks without any response. Once started, it runs fine. Before it...

Does anyone know if a 720 loader orginally from a 651 Ford tractor fit on a Ford 3000?

The power steering cylinder (left side) snapped causing the hydraulic lines to also break. I have replaced with a used cylinder. During the replacement process the fluid reservoir emptied causing the fluid to get foamy. After completing the installation and toping off the fluid the power...

I have a Ford 3000 gasoline that needs a lift kit for arms. Anyone know of where the best place would be to order this and where I can find a break down of it. Thanks,

i am trying to get the starter off my 65 3ooo ford diesel tractor, how is the best way to get the back bolt out. thanks

got a 3000 8spd trans dual stage clutch. when using 6 foot mower the pto sometimes jumps out of gear . it doesn't always to it though i know the clutch is getting very close to needing replacment but dont think that would cause it to happen any ideas would be good

My Ford 3000 which I have owned for nine years appears to have a major hydraulic issue and unfortunately I'm not overly mechanically minded. I am in the UK and the tractor is 30-40 years old I would guess. I cannot lift the three point linkage at all in the winter and it will only lift in hot...

Hi, my name is Mark and I'm a new member from the UK. I have owned a Ford 3000 for nine years but have always had a issue with the hydraulics. Lifting the three point linkage is a nightmare that has become progressively worse. At first it lifted and held, albeit slowly, but after a time it would...

Help! Hole in fuel tank, cannot find a replacement with a long enough fill neck. All of the tanks I have been able to find are for american built 3000's. Even my local dealer is unable to help. Anyone?

Hey forum i just signed up because i am having some problems with my ford 3000 lift. I just purchased this tractor last week and am new to the tractor world as far as owning one and repairing of one. So this is whats it is doing : When i go to engage the lift it comes up really slow and...

I inherited a ford 3000 from a friend that was moving and didnt want to deal with it. The back story is his neighbor borrowed it and blew it up, neighbor found a good used engine and put it in. IT ran marginal for a while then started smoking and running rough and now it wont run at all...

Hey y'all, I want to get this tractor financed... What range will the loan value on this be? It is in excellent condition.

I have a Ford 3000 tractor and the PTO quit. The spline will still spin but not engage. Shortly after, the three point lift arms quit. I have been told that it probably is a clogged filter but dont know location or how to replace. Thanks for any help.

need help on a ford 3000. the hydraulic supply line (larger line out of the trans housing is leaking. the 90 degree alumnin fitting seems loose, how do I repair this fitting ? is it threaded into the housing and what holds the tube into that fitting. thanks casey

Hi There, Have just purchased a 1968 Ford 3000 as a do er' uppa,sadly she has been rather neglected, I thought it had a two stage clutch for the pto, but just grinds with clutch fully depressed. I have adjusted clutch,but none the better for it Code is C 10130, 8D18,B089240, as stamped on the...

I have a couple of questions first off my radiator has a small leak so I'm taking it out to get rebuilt but as I took of my grill there's 2 brackets look to be mounting brackets anyone know what this is for? Next is it's a oil bath air cleaner capacity as I read in the specifications Is 1.9pt...

I'm looking for a canopy to install on my 3000 there is nothing there so I will need all the hardware for as form the axle up. Any help of where can I purchase one or a blue print and I'll build my own not having any luck finding one. Thank,

Hi looking to restore the above tractor so interested in any parts available.

I'm changing all the fluids on the Ford 3000 (not sure of year, 1970's perhaps) that I just bought. My power steering resevoir appears to have ATF or regular power steering fluid in it. I checked with the local dealer who recommended using the New Holland 134G spec hydraulic fluid (same as...

I am going to look at a Ford 3000 Selectospeed in a couple of days. I have only seen pictures of it and it looks decent (used but decent). I have read good and bad about the selectospeed transmission. Either it seems you love them or hate them. What are some things I should look for when test...

She was running just fine last season, but 2 months ago the battery died and I had not been able to start her. Today I replaced the battery and started it up. When you push on the accelerator it takes about ten seconds for it to rev all the way up. What kind of repair will it take to get it...

I have been fighting the hydraulics on a Ford 3000 71 model gas for several years. I make a small fix and things work for a bit, but then fail a short time later. The 3 point will not raise at all now... The hydraulic pump does move fluid, at least from the bleeder screw on the pump. Upon...

Hi guys, I've managed to get my lift cover off & changed the return filter but I'm having trouble removing the suction filter to clean it, does it come out or do I clean it in situ, I've read something about disconnecting the pipe at the pump & blowing air down it, can anyone elaborate on this...

I got a Ford 3000 , Diesel, power steering , with roll bar , runs great , comes with box blade and old bushhog . whats it worth ? NEEDS paint couple of small oil leaks fixed rear tires thin ( but been that way for 14 yrs) seat torn up sheet metal ok , only one spot needs bondo rear fender...

Just made up a Western 7.6 to on my front end loader and it works great even with out chains.If I get stuck I can lift up blade curl drop and curl back and out I come.

im paul from ireland im new to this forum.I have a ford with a real bad lift, its very jerky sometimes, and if you rev it sometimes it will lift less, also if you bring the handle up in stages it will lift better, but if you pull the handle up quick it wont lift well at all. i was thinking of...

Looking for some help on what I think is the hydraulic system sucking air. This is a 71 3000 which I have recently pulled the lift cover and replaced some seals, both hydraulic filters, and fixed a few parts here and there. The tractor is no longer leaking fluid, but I can't seem to get the...

I have a 40 yr old Ford 3000 with power steering , very strong old tractor . 2x4 no loader . 42 hp ? with 6 ft equipment . With bald back tires . so it spins alittle under heavy load . Looking to buy a used 2009 kubota L3400 , 4x4 , FEL , R4 tires , like new , with all new 5 ft...

Hi, I have a 1970 3000 and at the moment there are 2 jobs I'm trying to do. The 1st is to replace the hydraulic oil filters as the hydraulics are extremely slow at the moment,(in fact they don't work at all really). I have taken the seat off, drained the oil & loosened most of the bolts, I have...

My grandfather purchased a ford 3000 new and gave it to me this year. I'm looking to rebuild the motor due to burning oil and throwing it out the muffler. And also wanting to put a power steering kit on it. Plain on using this tractor to turn a 8' vicon and haul round bales around the farm. My...

Hi guys, sorry if this is in the wrong thread and/or has been posted before, I can't seem to find anything. Right as per title I have a 1970 Ford 3000 that I need to carry out various jobs on, I also have a cd rom disc I got off e-bay that is supposed to be a workshop manual covering the 2000 -...

Hi, I decided after reading everything I could find on clutch adjustment twice, I would post to see if anybody could help me with a small problem. The tractor is a Ford 3000, from October 2, 1968. It has 6800 hours, and most likely has been worked on before as there are sleeves in the block...

I have a 1969 3000 diesel I just rebuilt; bored, sleeved, new pistons, rings, etc. It was running before but had low compression. I just finished the rebuild and tried to crank and it will not hit. I checked the timing and reset the intermediate gear with the fly on 0 degrees the #1 valves...

Hey all- Someone up in the general forum suggested I post this here. I am having a hard time figuring out what lever is in the picture. The guys up in the general forum seemed to think it was a transmission brake? Can anyone confirm? I've never seen one before. Anyone know where I can get...

Hey guys - I just picked up an older ford 3000 a few days ago, but really have not had much time to explore it. I even had to have the wife email me this photo so I could post it :) Here is my question...there is a lever on it I don't know what it does? I use to have an older ford 4000 and...

We are not prepared for snow like this in Oklahoma and I have been snowed in for 10 days. Did manage to get the wife out on the one day we could get down the drive between snow storms, she is staying in Tulsa with her sister so she can get to work. Anyway, I have a Ford 3000 with a bucket and...

Spend time with a Ford 3000 from 1968, look forward to staying updated. We run a brush hog and a blade....

Hi all, just bought a 1965 ford 3000 diesel. Has anyone had an experience with aftermarket power steering? Glad to be a part of this site!

I just bought my used 74 Ford 3000, and have no training on proper servicing, so any tips on protecting it are appreciated.... But I want to make sure I use the 110v. male plug-in i see next to the alternator properly. Is that only for cold start ups? And also how long before a start up do i...

Not sure I have the name right but backflush filter is leaking and drippping fuel onto the manifold... worried I might start a bushfire! Anyone know where I can get one? Local dealer says doesn't know where to get one. It is the litle cylinder just near the fuel tank that takes excess fuel...

Hello! First time posting... Just purchased a Ford 3000 tractor a couple of months ago. Ran fine no problems since purchasing. Problems started when kids were playing on in and left ignition key on and drained battery. Replaced battery still did not start, only heard a click. Figured it...

I'm not sure how I did it but I'm pretty sure that I broke the input shaft for the PTO on my old 3000. I put a new clutch in and going back together, after the split, I had some problems getting it to go together. I ended up starting longer bolts and then "jimmying" it and taking a few turns...

Hello - I'm new here and to tractors. I have a few questions about my new, 40 year old tractor. It's a Ford 3000 Diesel with the 8 speed transmission. * I have run the tractor for a few hours now with a rotary cutter and have become quite comfortable in it's basic operation. A while back I...

Hi- I just joined a few days ago. I am hoping to learn a lot about my "new" old tractor. I have already read a few threads under Hydraulic that wre informative.:drink:

Hi Folks Have a problem and hoping maybe some one here knows. I'm helping my son rebuild his 67 Ford 3000 gas tractor. I have the IT shop manual and I am rebuilding the clutch. The problem we have is the good book states the release finger setting is suppose to be 2.110 from the top of the...

Does the Ford 3000 72' model tractor have a glow plug or another source for heating the fuel? I don't know a lot about desiel tractor motors but i need to get this thing running in order to keep up with my land. Please help!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

I can not seem to get my ford tractor to restart after sitting for about 2 years. I bought a new battery, fuel filter, clean out the fuel tank, and i have fuel supply up to the injectors. What do i need to do to get this thing running?????????????

I have an early 3000 that came from the factory with power steering. The system is shot and the last time I checked would cost a fortune to buy new cylinders and pump. The Power Steering Conversion Kits are reasonably priced, but they are billed as conversion for MANUAL steering tractors...

I have a Ford 3000 tractor that will not go into gear by depressing the clutch pedal. It grinds gears. At low RPM you could force it into gear or start it in gear and it would run fine. It all of a sudden won't move at all now when started or forced into gear. PTO and rear power lift still work...

My Ford 3000 is reading hot within 5 minutes of startup with the tractor out of gear at 1500 rpm. I checked the fluid temp and it was 180ｰF. I got to looking at the voltage regulator and found that the voltage going to the battery was 14.8V which I thinks sounds reasonable. When I took the cover...

My Ford 3000 is reading hot within 5 minutes of startup with the tractor out of gear at 1500 rpm. I checked the fluid temp and it was 180ｰF. I got to looking at the voltage regulator and found that the voltage going to the battery was 14.8V which I thinks sounds reasonable. When I took the...

Hi everybody. I'm not posting often but I look at the forum when I need good advice from this great resource. I am not an experienced mechanic, but I already changed my pto seal, fixed some littles details on the lift cylinder (I am gonna have to come back on this one), and I am used to look at...

What size is right for my 3000 5 footer, 6 footer? I live on black clay land, will use for occasional grading and gravel jobs

Hello All, I do alot of reading on TBN, but haven't done much posting. Now I have a question for the tractor gods on here. I have a Ford 3000 that I had to have the 3pt hydraulics rebuilt and the PTO clutch replaced. The 3pt was hiccuping really bad and the PTO would not engage with out...

We have a Ford 3000 with aftermarket power steering. We are searching for a new or used drag link for it. Any thought on where to look?

Here is scenario, replaced starter, changed fuel filter, bolted everything back up, bled fuel system, tractor starts but runs wide open even with throttle in idle position. Throttle linkage appears to be adjusted and is not hanging on anything. Could there be dirt where the throttle linkage...

Never had this happen before. Just replaced the fuel filter and both rubber lines on the fuel system. Now I can't get the system to re-prime. The fuel tank is full with fresh fuel. When I crack open the line on the leaving side of the lift pump fuel flows out without any air bubbles. When I...

Just looking for a step by step guide to find out why tach doesn't work. I do have a generator and cable is hooked up to gen. I unhooked cable from gen and turned it by hand. Noticed some tach needle movement but it seems to move erratically and stick at different numbers. Movement of needle...

I need brushes for the generator in my sweet old 3000 diesel. I have googled and searched, but can't find brushes. I can find generators all day long, but all I need is a set of brushes. Anybody know of a source? Thanks for any help you can offer.

Ford 3000 - Hydraulic line assembly from pump to housing. The steel lines go from pump on left side under fuel tank across and down under foot rest on right side where they bolt to housing. The high and low pressure lines are in one assembly. First problem -- due to age high pressure line...

I bought a 3000 recently. Has no power steering, is very hard to steer, much harder than another one that I drove. Can there be something too tight in the front end? The steering gearbox seems easy to move. Already tried greasing the front end. No loader or weights on front.

I just bought a nice 3000 today for $4200, looks like new. Everything is tight and shows no signs of wear. Couple of questions. There's a drip that appears to be where the pto lever goes into the left side of tranny. How hard is that seal to change? Other minor things I could use some help...

Hey guys, I came across this tractor in craigslist the other day. It was listed for $3500, but after talking to the seller, I got his "rock bottom" price out at $3000. He doesn't know the year (Nor do I) and he acquired the tractor through a trade (a goose-neck trailer, he is a trailer...

The clutch pedal on my 1965 Ford 3000 wobbles from side to side. I tried to remove it to see if the bushing is worn or if the entire brake/clutch shaft is worm. I could not get the clutch pedal off to see. There is a smooth headed bolt on the end of the shaft but I could not turn it. Does the...

A while back I hooked up my liquid spreader and filled with about 80 gallons. All the extra weight on the backend made the frontend a little light. I then noticed that my front tires were both turned in, like they were pigeon toed. Later the front wheels returned to normal, however, every once...

Hello< I want to change the hydraulic fluid in my gas powered 1085 Ford 3000. I have a bucket on it and it is very jerky when I raise it. I drained the fluid out of the arm and got about a liter out of the arm reservoir. The fluid is very milky. The dealer said I needed about 24 liters of...

So i have a 72 ford 3000 that has been having an overheating issue for some time now. We purchased the tractor used of course, and shortly after the water pump went. We replaced that and noticed that the rad was all plugged up. So i took that to the shop and had it boiled out. Still...

Posted this on the repair forum, just found this forum. I am looking at buying a Ford 3000 for $1600. Seller says it runs good but hitch won't raise. What are the best to worst case scenarios, and can the average mechanically inclined person fix it? Also wondering what kind of repair time and...

I got the lift cover off and i see that the lift lever is froze up on the end of the shaft is there any easy way to get that off so i can take emery cloth to the shaft and clean it up . Thanks alot for the help

Looking at buying a diesel Ford 3000. Owner says gears grind when clutch is fully depressed. He said clutch does not slip at all, but that he has to rev engine to get it in gear. Is this just an adjustment or is a new clutch needed?

Looking at buying a diesel Ford 3000, great price but owner says the hitch won't raise. He said he thinks a piston inside needs new rings and it's not a hard repair. What do y'all say?

Back in 1987 replaced a Draft Spacer or New Pin in Draft control, lost the worn part as a reference and am having a problem now with what started out as eratic lift problem, lower lift, sometimes lift briefly picks up and then goes down fast, very dangerous. When I push down Draft Lever, it is...

I bought a Leinbach L-7200 for my Ford 3000. After assembling the digger on the 3000- the lift won't raise high enough to clear the 9" auger. Although there are several mount holes on the pole, only 1 in the center will allow the highest raising. I do have the center pole in the lower of 2 holes...

I have a Ford 3000 gas and can not get it started. I have replaced the points, plugs, condenser and coil but am still not getting any fire to the distributor. Any suggestions. Tom

I'm new to the forum, and this is my first post. I'm a rookie when it comes to any tractors beside my JD x300. As I was asking for opinions on a potential purchase, I was told the place to get answers was on this forum. I have a friend that has been a widow for about 8 years now, we have been...

Looking for options to add brush forks to my front bucket, would like ones that attach inside the bucket. Any ideas? thanks

I am trying to remove the lift cover off of a 71' 3000 gas tractor. My goal is to replace the filters as we are having problems lifting the 3 pt. I've removed the seat, accessory cover, and all the bolts to the cover. It is stuck on... Is there a trick to this? I don't want to force...

I just put a new zenith carb (was the original holly) on my ford 3000. Fired up and runs fine other than when I was discing last weekend when it was put under load, the governor didn't kick it and add more power like it used to. It just sort of bogs down. I had to lengthen the throttle to...

I'm in the market for an early 70's Ford 3000 Diesel (Would consider 4000 also) tractor for sale within a reasonable few hrs drive of 14094 Zip Code. Must have live PTO, 3pt & power steering, FEL is a bonus but not requied.

my dad has a ford 3000 with a lucas generator which is not charging. The plate on the back end of the gen is broken. This is the back cover and the rear mounting bracket. Where can I get a replacement bracket? I would like to replace with a alternator but the tack drives from the generator. Is...

I have a Ford 3000 diesel and have replaced many parts including a new generator (but not the regulator). I have polarized the generator. The generator light comes on brightly when it is at idle and also comes on dimly when operating above 1500 rpm. Should either of these happen? Is the...

I'm looking for a dedicated tractor for mowing. I have a 4610 w/FEL that I use now, but would like some better maneuvering than the loader gives me. The NH dealer about 90 miles away has a 1970 3000 for 3k on their lot. I would like some input on whether a 3000 has the horses to run an 8 ft...

Ok guys, I just bought a Ford 3000 Diesel tractor and I have a couple of questions as I'm unfamiliar with this tractor. 1. The PTO lever engages the PTO shaft just fine but pushing in the clutch doesn't disengage it. Is this normal and if not, what do I need to do about it. Or do I need to...

How do you get the sreen filter out, located in rear differental. Tube goes under PTO shaft turns and back against rear of housing, support arm is bolted to bearing plate, removed support bolt and ? to remove. Thanks

Hi guys, Does anyone have a Ford 3000 manual and can tell me the type of transmission and rear end fluids (and capacities) I need for my 1965 Ford 3000? I'm hoping to just buy some at Walmart or Fleetfarm. I'm waiting for my user manual to arrive. Thanks, Brad

I have three codes from by the starter. They are as follows: 31022A C102652 C295 I found an article on this subject but the codes didn't make sense according to that article. Can any of you help? Thanks in advance, Brad

Hi Guys, I just picked up a Ford 3000. I notice the tach cable is unhooked at the generator end. Apparently the generator was replaced and the new unit does not have a tach drive on it. The generator is a Lucas C40A. There is only a rubber plug on the end. It doesn't look like I can...

Does anybody have the white and blue paint codes for my 1971 Ford 3000 3cy gas tractor. If possiable PPG. Thanks

I would like to know if any body has coverted a Ford 3000 gas 3cyl to electric tach?

Now that I have the hitch cover off the tractor can anyone tell me what I need to check since the lift seems to raise slow even with the lever on the right hand side of the tractor screwed in or out? The first thing I am doing is changing both hydraulic filters inside the case. Thanks Dave

I have just purchased a 1971 Ford 3000 3cy gas tractor. The right brake is stiff and will not return pedal. Pulled brake drum, ok, found problem in shaft going to rear differental housing. Does this shaft have a bushing that can be changed from outside or is shaft locked into housing? Also...

How difficult is it to pull the hitch cover on a Ford 3000 tractor? Do you just take out the bolts and lift it upward? How many of the actual bolts do you need to remove? Thanks, Dave

What do I have to do to get a blue spark? At first I was only getting orange spark by grounding the coil wire to the block from the coil. I put a new coil, points, and coil wire on and I then got blue spark when I touched the coil wire to the block and turned the engine over. I thought I had...

To make this short: I bought a '73 Ford 3000 Diesel from a guy who disclosed to me when I went to look at it that it needed a new solenoid. He also showed me how to start it with a screw-driver. The price was right, I bought it. I used it a bit and have finally replaced the solenoid...

im looking at a ford 3000 gas buner the guy is asking 3k for it he has replaced the tires all the way around and re wired it is this a good deal on this tractor and can anybody tell me a little about this modle tractor i dont know any thing about this modle tractor

How do you bleed a Ford diesel 3000 tractor?

some one apparently poured water down the air intake and the old gal didn't like that and just want crank now. Any and all advice is appreciated on what I can do now to get her back going. One suggestion has been use WD40, but I'm not sure that will make it fire to blow the water out. :confused:

Hello I'm a new member and I have a question ( I'm embarrased to ask ) Where is the hydraulic filter located on a Ford 3000? The lift is droping with my bush hog and digging up the ground. Thanks James

I have a '72 Ford 3000 12.4x28 tire with 6 loop mount rim/center. I had a rim rust through and cut the intertube. They are probably original and rusted to pieces. So I have taken off the whole assembly and going to put on new brake shoes and bought new rims and tires. While apart I am going...

While using my 72in finishing mower attached to my 73 Ford 3000 tractor, I mowed into a section of nylon rope my kids had left out in the field. It wound up in the blades of course and brought the cutter to a stop. I immediately clutched it and disengaged the PTO, but when I tried to raise the...

Hello all- I recently had to replace the fuel tank on my '67 3000, which turned out to be a more major (fun though) undertaking than I thought. I ended up having to mount the tank on the opposite side from which it came. Anyway, I figured before I put it all back together I would do as much...

My Ford 3000 is starting to have clutch issues and I was told that you should be able to adjust it. Can anyone instruct me on this procedure or is it to complex and needs to be done at a shop?

Hello all, I've done a lot of reading, but never posted on here. There seems be a lot very intelligent users on this site so I picked it as the place to come for some answers. I currently have a '75 Ford 3000, and want to go to a kubota with a loader and backhoe. I have found a L35 for sale...

Hydraulics slowly leak down when under a load. What do I have to do to fix? Thanks

The hydraulics slowly leak down when something is attached. It also has a little shutter in it. I would like to repair this myself. Is this a major job? Where do I start?

Well my family picked up a 72 ford 3000 for some general work around our property last year, and it has had some issues arise this year that need taken care of. First It has developed a decent oil leak, It comes from a little hole on the bottom of the tractor in the bell housing area, im...

I had my motor rebuilt and all is going well except now I have oil coming out of the exhuast manifold. I had the cylinders machined and one sleeved, new pistons and rings. I am guessing the valve lash needs to be adjusted. Before making any adjustments I thought I would consult with the experts...

I'm new to the forum, and new to my Ford 3000. I've been reading some of the posts, there sure is a mountain of knowledge in these pages. If anyone out there has knowledge of this model I have a few questions. The three point was working with a 'jerky' motion when I bought it last month. I...

Could someone recommend an online source for Ford 3000 stabilizers. I am looking for the type that have a bend in them.

I need help! I'm trying to replace a powersteering seal on my 3000 and the steering wheel is not budging. I tryed a three jaw puller and the plastic around the wheel just crumbled under the jaws. There are no bolt holes for a steeringwheel puller and it seems to be mostly plastic so drilling an...

Looking to buy my first tractor and honestly don't have a frigg'n clue about them! I have 5 acres of flat land with my home in the middle so it will be used basically for yard work and a little field work. I think its a 39hp but I can't see a hour meter anywhere. It starts and drives good, has a...

Hi all, new to forum and tractors, but just picked up a Ford 3000 w/Loader and trying to figure out what year it is. The tractor and loader run great but the 3pt wont work at all. I am having trouble getting numbers off the tractor. The numbers from behind the starter on the block dont make...

I am in the market for a loader that will fit on a Ford 3000. I have word in to a few dealers in the area as well as a couple tractor junk yards. I figured I would also expand my request for a loader by posting on here as well. If anyone has one or sees one for sale even, I am not opposed to...

Can anyone tell me why my Ford 3000 Tractor (gas) runs fine on level ground but when I drive over trenches (cross ways) too fast created by a middle buster the tractor shuts off? Thanks

Does anyone know how to change the hydraulic filters on a 1967 Ford 3000 Tractor (Gas)? Thanks

I have a 73 ford 3000 and I installed a new injector pump and injectors and now it is a little hard to start. What could be causing this? Before the new pump it would start fine and now when cranking it trys to start but doesn't, can pull the throttle back about half way and will beginning to...

I have a 1967 Ford 3000 gas tractor that is 40 hp and I think 38 hp at the pto. Can anyone tell me if this tractor will handle a 6 foot King Kutter Tiller?

Just purchased a 1975 3000 with 'supposedly' low hours. Bought it in the south and transported to Illinois. Started great down there and could not see any leaks. Does not start so well here. Lots of smoke!! I have been reading through all the posts getting a lot of great information. Bought the...

Hello everybody and Happy new year 2009 !!! My grand father has a ford 3000 since 1971 but this is now not working anymore... Problem is always the battery... i would like to change regulator but before I would like to test all the electrical circuit... Could someone help me or send me tuto...

My dad just bought a ford 3000 tractor. it has an 8 speed trans, when you engage the pto it grinds and does not want to engage. seems to work fine when it is engaged. the lift hyd. cylenders need to be replaced, where can i find them? there is a small lever on the rh side of the trans what does...

Hi, just joined up so thought I seek your opinions on the ford 3000 diesel, I bought awhile ago, that fumes badly out of the crank case breather. Also needs ether to get going when cold. Figure it really needs a rebuild, but need to keep it going for awhile yet before that happens. Is it...

Can't seem to get the injectors free from the head on my 71 3000. Am pretty sure they have never been removed and seem to be stuck tight. Have tapped with a plastic hammer and pried with a 2 foot long screw driver like the manual shows but am afraid to get too forceful. Any tips?

I just acquired one of these that supposedly has had injectors replaced last year as well as injector pump. I get down to starting it on Wednesday after acquiring it and it fired no problem, mind you it had been running earlier and it was warm out. I had run it at that night, and it was dark so...

Seals leaking at the rear of pressure and return hydraulic tubes by the brake arms, already have hydraulic pump off and replacing the pressure nut but noticed bad leak at end of tubes. I can't seem to find directions to remove these...any help would be helpful, Thank You for your time---ncmike

Need to replace seals on rear of both ridgid lines from hyddraulic pump. I already have pump off of engine but I think both lines are leaking by brake arms. I appreciate any help or tricks that you have...Thank You

When I bought my 67 Ford 3000 none of the dash instruments worked. Now that I've had a chance to get some other routine maintenance out of the way, I would like to tackle this problem. I have found several online resources to purchase the parts but now I'm left wondering where to begin...

Found a guy around here selling a Ford 3000. Supposedly it runs great, but has a clunking noise in when moving. The guy thinks its the tranny. Also says the pto and hydraulics work. The hour meter shows 600 but he says he knows that is not correct, and is not sure of the year model. I think...

Okay guys I'm new to the forum and maybe I'm posting this in the wrong area. I have a 1969 (?) Ford 3000 tractor that I have owned for many years. When I purchased it the entire front metal work was bent up pretty bad. I would like to replace it and repaint the tractor. The tractor runs great...

As I mentioned in an earlier post, my 3000 had a stuck clutch which happened all at once. I had loaned it to family member to disk his garden. Anyway, I split it today and this is what I found. The presure plate had a sheared bolt and a couple of the release levers are compressed. The clutch...

Hi folks, I purchased my first tractor over the winter and used it several times already for bush hogging. Now that there are too many bees and snakes and wild critters running around the old farm I have the tractor home and want to do some maintenance. This is a 1967 Ford 3000 gas. I know...

How hard/expensive is it to add power steering to a Ford 3000 diesel? I've found one that I'd like to purchase, but I'd really like to have the power steering. I've added it to an old jeep (and have no problem working on engines), but just don't know about the details of diesels and old...

We have a 1973 Ford 3000 diesel and the 3 point hitch will not lift all the up, do anybody know what might be causing this. Thanks

I am in the process of fixing up a 1971 Ford 3000 Gas tractor. The previous owner had replaced the generator w/ an alternator, that appeared to be overcharging the battery. I purchased a new generator and installed it, but I don't think it is working. Engine off battery voltage 12.9 volts...

Looking to add a small loader for a Ford 3000 gas tractor. I have read this is not the best tractor to put a loader on, but it is what we have and it won't get much use. We would like to use the loader to move some gravel and dirt - to level areas and fix roads. It would see perhaps a few...

I posted another question about replacing a Ford 3000 Gas w/ a new diesel tractor and several members thought I should just use the 3000. This is a running tractor needing some repairs and I am not sure if I should sink the time and money into this tractor. Usage will be bush-hogging rough...

Hi, I recently bought my first tractor. It's a '66 3000 with 4125 hrs., clean and dry. It has no power steering and i do not have the intention adding it. On the front leftside however there is a cover plate for the drive gear for a power steering pump. I bought the I&T Ford shop manual and...

Hi, I was hoping someone out there could offer me some advice. I just purchased my first tractor over the weekend, 1973 Ford 3000 diesal with approximatly 2700 hrs. Not knowing the history of the tractor I have been going through the factory operators manual that came with it and the I&T repair...

Research for a project..... Okay, ever since I swapped out the original 3000 (according to the block casting) with a Ford/NH 4630 engine last year on the Chisholm Ryder grape harvester, I have a 'spare' motor that needs to be taken care of. My original idea was to rebuild it and set it up on...

I have a ford 3000 gas 68 model, I have owned it for about 15 years and it has 3600 hrs on it, it has a lot of blow by out of the crank case tube and smokes a little and has a pretty noticable knock espically when under a load. Other than that the tractor is in excellent shape other than being a...

1972 Ford 3000 industrial tractor.... My 3pt hitch quit lifting and I thought it was just low on fluid but as soon as I got off the tractor I realized it blew the line off the pump and pumped out all the fluid. So I tried to just take the connection apart and reseat it but it did not help it...

When I step on the clutch to engage or shift the gears or engage the PTO, there is some grinding of the gears (especially with the PTO). I have to jam the PTO to engage it because the gears are still turning. If I engage the PTO with the engine off it is too much load to start. Any...

Not sure if it's considered vintage but I posted this in another forum if anyone has any ideas. :) http://www.tractorbynet.com/forums/nh-owning-operating/103683-problem-ford-3000-tractor.html Thanks.

I've got an early 70's Ford 3000 tractor that came with a peice of land I purchased a few years back. I've used the tractor roughly 50 hours and it's ran extremely well in the past. I recently started it up and it starts fine, runs smooth for about 4 - 5 minutes at low idle until it warms up...

I have a '72 Ford 3000 diesel. I've had it a couple of years and she has gotten hard to start (requires a couple of shots of ether), smokes like ****, and now I can hear a knocking noise. This is my first diesel, but it sounds like she is due for a major rebuild. My question is, does the 3000...

I've got an early '70s Ford 3000 tractor that I use at a 100 acre camp. Up until recently, we were using a Ford 930A 6' finish mower. Well, someone was mowing and hit a root and bent two of the blades (which are nearly impossible to remove even with an impact wrench). After working on this...

Just got an old Ford 3000 diesel tractor with a Selec-O-Speed tranny. It's late 60's vintage (either 67, 68, maybe 69). I've been told that they are 48HP (some say 50HP) engine and 38HP PTO. So they're not quite a 40HP PTO rated tractor (as stock/new). Any how, it has a LOT of hours (just...

Ive been told car tires on front but what abbout rear thanks jack

Im looking for a hydraulic loader for a ford 3000 can any one tell me if a loader off an 800 series tractor should fit. Ive found a couple of these but nobody can give me an answer thanks

Put the final touches on my rear remotes this morning (see attached). Played with the Top link on my landscape rake yesterday and love it. Thanks TBN for giving me incentive to get this done. Figuring out a location for the valve and remotes was a bit of a challenge but this is going to work...

I bought my old 1972 Ford 3000 last year. It blows a little smoke but runs strong. Lately it has become a real bear to start. A lot of smoke coming out of the tail pipe when it turns over, but it doesn't want to fire up. Sometimes it will go ahead and crank up, but most of the time it gets very...

I have a ford 3000 with a Allied FEL....My problem is thusly...The return hyd lines on the loader constantly pulsate...I was haveing also a problem if the 3pt was raised the loader would operate very slowley or pulsate (trying to raise when lowering or trying to lower while raiseing)...by...

Moved my Ford 3000 from the lean-to into the shop for a bit of TLC and noticed a klack/klunk comming from the rear. Sounds more like it may be the right wheel but with the deisel clanking and my bad hearing it's hard to tell. The lug nuts and rim bolts are all tight which scares me because...

Haven't had my 3000 for very long but discovered they originally had a rather large battery. Mine came with a standard auto battery and am wondering if this is a bad thing? It has started without problems for the last several months but now it's getting colder and wondering if I might start...

Boy this one has me buffaloed....Haven`t used the 3000 much since i bought the 404 4wd.Any how neighbor needed some holes agured for a fence.of corse i was elected seeing that my ph digger was on the 3000.Every thing was going good...the last hole i did the 3pt would not lift ? thought it was...

Having a little problem with the 3 rib front tractor tires tearing up our lawn. I can minimize it by being extra careful when over the lawn but sometimes I get in a hurry and if the ground is the least bit damp it doesn't matter how careful I am. Thinking with the Loader and Box blade my 3000...

Hey all - I have a problem with the pto. This is the first tractor that I have owned. All the tractors I have used before have been live power, this one is not. The problem is that I can not engage the pto with the engine running. Is it just in need of an adjustment? Did they make some...

The Ford 3000 I just purchased showed up today, spent about 3 hours on it digging dirt from a high spot and moving it to a low spot. Have to tell ya, after a year borrowing a poorly taken care of MF 135 this Ford is a dream. Am going to order a owners manual but in the mean time maybe someone...

Folks, It's been a long time since I changed lubricant in my transmission and rear axle unit on my old Ford 3000 tractor. Does it use 80W90 or HyTrans? Thanks much for your help, Doc

What can one reasonably expect to pay to have rings replaced or redone to improve compression? Want to see if refurbishing the old girl is worth the time and effort

My rebuilt Ford 3000 with new New Holland FEL (250 hrs now) started having hydraulic problems slowly - first it took running the motor a few minutes to get the bucket etc. up then longer and longer to the point that the hydraulics are amost nil. There is plenty of fluid - the filters are almost...

Guys, I also looked at a 1965 model 3000 that has a newly rebuilt engine, new tires and good paint for $4500.00 firm. The price includes no implements, just the tractor. It runs and drives good, it smokes white at idle then clears up at higher RPM's. Does this seems like a reasonable price for...

Guys, I'm in the market for a Ford 3000 tractor and I need a little help. I looked at an English model 3000 tractor with 6500 hours for $4350.00. I need to know the year model and if the price is reasonable. The serial number is A226248 and is located in Louisiana. Any help and advice would be...

I am about to make the leap from jap compacts to a red white and blue utility tractor, and leading the race is a 1700hr '65 Ford 3000. This is a basic model - no ps, no live pto, straight 4spd. Any thoughts? I am thinking I can get it for $4,000 - original good paint, but certainly not parade...

My neighbor is kind enough to loan me his Ford 3000 when I need to mow my fields. I would like to repay his kindness. He has expressed an interest in having a box affixed to the tractor to hold clip-pins, wrench, etc. I have seen some for newer tractors, but not for the Ford. Does anyone...

I am considering the purchase of a Ford 3000, serial number C313353. I have to pull the 3pt hitch lever nearly all the way to get the lift to respond. Is this a big or small problem and can anyone explain what is wrong? Also can anyone decipher the serial number for year etc.? A puff of blue...

I am new to this board and have been lloking through all of the posts and all I can say is WOW! This is bar none the best tractor oriented board I have run across. I look forward to reading more but first I have a question of my own that I'm sure you guys and gals can help with. I have a ford...

I have a '65 Ford 3000. The books say it has a 47 HP motor and 38 HP PTO. When shopping for implements that use the PTO should I use the lower rating to make sure my tractor is properly suited to the quip?

Anyone know what hydrolic fluid will work in my Ford 3000 Gas tractor? I'm looking for a hdro fluid that can go both in the rear and in the transmission. Most likely it will be a New Holland brand.

Am trying to determine the year and engine of a 3000. Between the seat and the shifter is marked # T1, 4M20, C5NN 7006 F. I checked on http://www.machinerylink.com/ but this number doesn't "fit". Any Ford 3000 experts out there ?

WHERE ON THE WEB IS THE CHEAPEST PLACE TO FIND DECALS FOR A 1972 FORD 3000???

WHERE IS THE CHEAPEST PLACE ON THE WEB TO FIND DECALS FOR A 1972 FORD 3000???

could anybody tell me where I could find specs for 1972 model Ford 3000. Mostly H/P P.t.o and 3 pt lift?