ford 4000

It’s a 1976, but it’s been rebuilt twice. Many years ago (10?) I tried to replace the carb with one that was said to be a replacement for the original Holly. It didn’t work very well under a load, so I ended up finding a guy that I could mail the original to any he rebuilt them. Did that...

Hello, I'm just looking advice on loft cover adjustment on my 72 ford 4000, the manual states.0.200 for previous models or 0.030 for latest models I.presume 0.030 is the one I need, but it seems to b very very small i don't think there's enough thread on the turnbuckle to screw it out that far...

The other day we were using the tractor (Ford 4000 3 cylinder diesel) and it bogged down and cut off when we were on a hill. We figured fuel got too low and sucked in air. We bled all the fuel lines, etc, but think we fried the starter in the process because it started making a terrible clicking...

Hi. My 3cly diesel sounds like it is skipping, but it’s not smoking and it doesn’t feel like it’s lost any power. This is an intermittent problem. When it skips, it skips just a little, if you know what I mean. Checked the coolant and oil and there’s nothing out of the normal. Any ideas?

Recently the temp gauge has been moving all the way to hot and staying there. Pulled radiator with intent to replace thermostat that might be sticking. Found that there was no thermostat in place. Since had one to ready to replace went ahead and installed it. Ran tractor again with same results...

Good morning everyone, So I have acquired a Freeman 4000 loader for my tractor but it did not come with any mounting brackets so before I tried to make them horribly I wanted to see if anyone on the forums happened to have some or all the pieces needed tucked in a corner of their garage or...

Gday I am working on a Ford 4000 with a power steering assist Ram on it the owner pulled it off and took it to the local shop to repair leaks when he got it back it didnt leak but oil gets very hot within 30 minutes too hot too touch! I have played around with adjustment and it all works well...

My hood says Ford 4000, the stamp on the block is COMM 6015J, the stamp below the battery is 960 44043. Is a diesel, not sure what I have??? Please help, want to rebuild it.

Greetings everyone! I have a 1965 Ford 4000 tractor that I've owned for the past 15 years, and it has served me quite well. I use it for snow removal / driveway maintenance, and I've always wanted to add a loader and need some help to get there. What make/model should I be looking for? Thanks!

My friend unscrewed the fuel screw it seems under pump for a seal leak on his tractor and now runs to rich, how do you time the pin behind screw? he says pin will not turn, they are timed or something with info he got from a mechanic, mechanic said good luck, heres a few pics of it

Having issues with the charging system on 1973 Ford 4000. Charging light would come on and could check battery voltage and confirm was not charging. Carried tractor to a starter/alternator shop to repair. They wound up replacing the generator and regulator. Worked for maybe a day and charging...

Hi Looking for help rebuilding or replacing the front hydraulic pump on a Ford 4000 Industrial Tractor. This is a factory Backhoe with front and rear buckets, run off a hydraulic pump on front of engine. It is a Vickers Vane Pump 2344988 or 2344990. Additionally, help on locating a...

Ford 4000 1976 ; I noticed a pretty good trail of what sure seems like hydraulic fluid, if not that oil of some kind running down both sides under the hydraulic pump. Figured my fitting was toast again, but when I looked at the trail it goes all the way to the top of the MANUAL steering column...

Hi,im a newbie to the forum and having a hard time trying to make the brake rod seal stay inside the housing. I have disconected the brake pedal rod and tried everything i can to push it into the axle housing. I have destroyed six of them so far. People on other forums say, " and to put them...

Ford 4000, I think 68, about 5 years ago I lost all compression and parked it. I thought it was worse than it was and finally broke it down a couple of months ago. It was a head gasket. So now, several months later she's up and running. However, I do not have any 3-point controls. It's a dead...

"Houston I got a problem". Here's my story. 1. I changed the spark plugs, wires, coil, points, condenser, wire harness, and rebuilt the carb. 2. Would not start. So I changed carb. Still wouldn't start. Figured I messed up the carb. 3. Found aftermarket points with two manufacturing...

I have an older Ford 4000 with a wide front end. It need a clutch or through out bearing replaced. I ran great till it would not come out of gear when the clutch was pushed in. Came close to running over one of my son's when it happened. I don't need it any more as I bought a New Kubota L2501...

I have a loader and backhoe on my 4140 with a filter system. It has a bt216 filter, and I am wondering if the is a good filter to have? It seems small, but I can't locate specs on it. It is Tee'd into the return lines for the loader valve and the backhoe return line. My pump should put out...

Anyone have info on replacing front spindle unable to locate a match dimension -A = 10.625 ,D= 1.375 all others found have a dimension D= 1.250

I’ve got a 1962 ford 4000 gas burner that recently acquired. It’s a great old tractor but I’m not getting much fuel from the tank. Looking into the tank I don’t see a lot of rust but I do see a spring loaded screw. Don’t have a screwdriver long enough to try to mess with it at home. Was...

Have a Ford 4000 with one set of rear remotes that feed from under the seat to the back of tractor. The control handle seems to be frozen or stuck. Someone suggested hitting it hard to see if it would break free. Seems a little risky?? Is this a rebuildable part or if there is trouble is this...

We noticed recently that the battery light on the dash started coming on periodically. After doing some reading we came across a recommended test for the regulator. The test stated that peak operating voltage when running should not exceed 14.5V. Using a volt meter I measured approximately 12.8V...

which gear for bush hogging with ford 4000? High gear or Low “granny” gear (8 speeds)

Hello, I have determined that my relief is either bad or the valve is cracked internally. I think at this point I am ready to just replace it. I am not the best with hydraulics, so I am looking for some advice. I would need to find something 20-22 gpm 2 spool open center with power beyond...

1976 Ford 4000 ,gas, have had the carb rebuilt a few times since I could never find a replacement new that worked well. I use it mainly Oct-Jan but crank it and let it run 10min or so every month when not in use. I use ethanol free 89 fuel, new fuel in Feb. I cranked it about a month ago...

Hello, I'm looking for a parts-donor tractor to source the hydraulic pump, piston, pto, and lift parts so I can add them to a 1962 4000 Industrial that came without. There's a Ford 600 for sale nearby, and I think the parts will swap. Does anyone know for sure what Ford donor tractors I...

I have a 4000 with a knock in it. I already put bearings in it before pulling the motor but it didn't seem to help much. I haven't measured everything yet. I did get the pistons. 4.394 was the smallest measurement across. 4.386 parallel with wrist pin. Bores are 4.401 - 4.404. Should it be...

I'm considering purchasing a 73 Ford 4000 diesel for a bushhogging tractor. Haven't looked at it yet but the guy says it runs great and has no issues other than "the 3 point doesn't work". He said the implement dealer told him it is probably a pin that came loose inside because it runs the PTO...

I have an opportunity to get my hands on a 4000 engine at a good price but not sure it will fit my NAA that blew the motor

I have recently put an aftermarket double spool bank on my ford 4000 diesel, I had the orignal ford single spool da on before and it worked fine, but since I've put the new one it's give nothing but problems, it's same fitment as orignal, it seem as there is to much back pressure with the new...

Just bought a 1964 Ford 4000 (gas version). The clutch has two issues that may (or may not) be related. The clutch pedal is very hard to push/disengage. Almost have to stand up on the pedal to depress it. Is there a way to adjust the spring tension on the clutch pedal? The other issue is...

Hello, I am on the hunt for a reasonably priced tractor with a loader bucket...in 2022 that is easier said than done. My budget being only $5K I am looking for something older that needs some work. Willing to put in some time to make it right. I found this Ford 4000 on Craigslist and spoke with...

I’m looking for feedback from owners of similar Fords. I’m looking at a Ford 4000 diesel with FEL unit with over 3200 hours ( meter is not functioning) with mild blow by but what caught my attention is the seller says he has to use starting fluid “ sometimes” to crank. Seller says he has...

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 control all the motion. How do I get a full range of the lever? Is there any adjustment? Something broken?

I removed the 5 bolts holding the bearing support but cannot seem to remove it as it is so far back in the bell housing. Any suggestions on how to remove it would be appreciated.

I have a 1970 3 cylinder diesel that i split to replace clutch. The transmission input shaft and pto shaft are real loose inside of the cllutch release bearing support. Is this a sign of bad bearing or will it tighten up when clutch is installed and tractor put back together? When i bought it...

I hope you can assist me. I have a 1966 Ford 4000 and can not get to turn over. My son in law is a mechanic...he tried bleeding the filter..all good, still cranking strong but will not turn over. He then bled the injector pump..all good...but still will not turn over. He then checked the...

The tractor while mowing starts idling high when mower is engaged while going up a slight hill what do I do

When I mow with my Ford 4000 at around 1200 or so RPM the tractor overheats according to the gauge but when I stop mowing and slow down the it cools down to normal very quickly so I don't really know if I'm overheating or is it a faulty gauge or is it the nature of this model Ford. The radiator...

I need help identifying my ford 4000 so i can get a proper injection pump or rebuild kit and the throttle linkage on top of the pump

Hi folks, been away from here for a few years. I have a 1966 Ford 4000, 3-cyl., gas. I am not getting any spark replaced points, condenser and plugs. Still no go. I am wondering if the coil may be bad and what I would need. With the ignition on I measure 6V at the one primary terminal. (not...

I have a question I have not been able to find the exact answer to and I hope one of you may be able to confirm for me. Even the Service manual is not clear on this. I understand there are 6V coils and 12V coils and that some tractors came with a resistance wire and some don't. I assume the...

Can a good competent mechanic rebuild these Holley carbs? Or, do the Holleys have little tricky things that only special carb wizards know about?

I took the clutch off my '71 3cyl gas ford 4000 and like always forget how it was installed. Do the springs go towards the flywheel or toward the pressure plate? Im getting a new one as mine has seen better days

You guys know if this would work on my '69 4000 diesel ? https://www.amazon.com/C5NN2824L-Fordson-Major-Power-Super/dp/B076WVFM36

Your help would be appreciated with a problem my buddy has on his hands. His Ford has dirty hydraulics and water in it, which needs to be changed as soon as quick as he can. My question is, there are two fill plugs, one on the trans and one one the diff, do they both take the same type of fluid...

1964 Ford 4000 (841), 4 sp. Couple questions. 1. What is the procedure for adjusting the brakes? They work but barely and only right before the pedal hits the floor. 2. What could cause a no first gear issue? Tractor was like this when I bought it. It doesn't grind or anything, shifts into the...

Help, I recently replaced the pressure and return hydraulic lines going to the right lift arm ram (they were leaking). Now the bucket lifts unevenly. The bucket tilt function is good and strong, it was all working fine till the hoses popped, no reason to think anything got bent. The bucket lift...

Anyone fixed up the park brake on Fore 4000? way to low and hard to reach for this old Man

Hi, I'm new to TBN, and I'm a fairly new tractor owner. Actually, I currently have 2 tractors: 1964 Ford 4000 Industrial 1986 Ford 1910 I'm writing about the 4000. I bought it in July, when I knew even less than I do now. It was a mistake for a few reasons, leading me to buy the 1910...

I slid the battery tray out and this small metal tube must have gotten hit and broke off at the fitting. Thought maybe I could just pull the broken piece from inside and push the tube back in and it would compression fit. Couldn稚 get the part of tube that broke off inside the nut fitting out...

Looking for any help identifying model. We are trying to repair the 3pt (keeps drifting down) and the PTO (won't disengage). It's a 3 cylinder diesel with ram power steering. Thanks y'all. Wes

I picked up a non-running 1974 ford 4000 Select O Speed this summer. The diesel engine had spun a bearing, but the owner told me the transmission worked great. I got the tractor for a low enough price that my back up plan was to swap the diesel engine from this 4000 into my gas 3000 if it turned...

Been doing a lot of bush hogging lately. Yesterday, as usual, I fueled her up and checked fluids before starting out. She had been running fine prior to this. After about an hour, the engine started surging. Would speed up for a few seconds, then slow back down, did this about every minute or...

Hello all, I am trying to identify some parts on a Ford 4000 SU and was wondering if anyone has access to a PDF parts book. I've tried the Ford/New Holland site and cannot find that model listed I also called them and they could not find it either! I cannot read the tractor number...

Injector Pump CAV DPA 3233F290 Does this pump interchange with any other numbers 3 cyl 1969 Ford 4000 but don't understand the 11 variety of D4114C maybe industrial

Just bought a 1963 ford 4000 industrial. Bought it not running he said starter was bad, ended up being all screwed up wiring. Now that I have it working I知 ready to go through all the fluids,belts and what not. I see on the left hand side of the front loader it looks like the beam hold the...

Looking at 2 tractors Ford 4000 and NH TN 70 2WD. Don't have hours on either ( yet) Both very clean, good metal the 4000 $4900 TN 70 $7800. Looking for opinions, what to watch out for, reliability ... Using around small "farm" 6' flail mower... Thoughts? Thanks

This tractor has the "single cylinder on left side of tractor" type, we rebuilt the cylinder part which is ok but there's the bleeding portion that we are unfamiliar with and now it's leaking at the 2 O rings at the valve end I'm thinking. Any pointers for bleeding the system and dealing with...

Hello all Lately, i noticed my tractor was more "smelly" then usual. I had it for 2 years now and besides making sure the oil is OK i didnt do much on it. I will change all the oils and filters this spring but im wondering if its a good idea to change the injectors and if that would help the...

Hello everyone , I have a question about rim parts for my rear rims. I have 6 rail 12 x 38 spinout rims and need the following parts for the rim. The first part is a wheel nut (CONN1059A), the second is an adjustment screw (CONN1056A). New or used is okay. Any help would be appreciated.

i am trying to find a repair manual for a 1965 and up Ford 4000 Tractor, preferably in a pdf form. i have searched the internet and can not seem to find any that is not at the very least $85. it is a three cylinder diesel i was told. i'm needing to see an exploded view of the hitch, pto, and...

The valve stem had a hole in it so I pulled the tire and and tube, it looks like the hole the valve stem comes out of in the rim was cut out decades ago. I have had it over 10 years. It looks like maybe the tube stem is rubbing on the rough cut hole. Inside the rim also had duct tape wrapped...

I’ve been tearing apart the 4000 I was given. I was just going to repair it and drive it from there but decided to paint it so I’m disassembling it. Couple thing have happened or discovered in this process. First off I was taking the temp sender out and it broke off in the block. Any suggestions...

Painful as it is I’m having to pull my front hydraulic spline off the crank pulley and I can’t seem to remove it. I was wondering if there’s something I’m missing when it comes to pulling these spline shafts out. I’ve heated it, beaten in it, and sprayed it with penetrating oil but no luck. Thanks.

Currently rewiring the Ford 4000 due to the unfortunate rat brigade out at the ranch I got the tractor from. So I took the alternator off since I figured it wasn’t internally regulated due to the regulator block under the dash. Ended up being a 1965 Chevy alternator, so replaced it with an...

I bought a wiring harness from YT few days ago and decided to start putting it on the Ford 4000. The tractor is 12 volt and had a voltage regulator up under the dash. There was also a resistor by the coil because a 6 volt coil was still being used. Couple questions here.... Do I have to have a...

So I got some new parts for the tractor today so I decided to pull the tarp and install a few of them. I was playing with the steering wheel when I saw the Sherman plate on it. Was wondering if this is the shifter for the step up or step down. Or maybe it’s a steering wheel off a 8N or 9N? Thanks

A year after my engine re-build on this '63 Ford 4000, it started surging the engine, and after many tries at finding the reason, the local tractor shop told me my governor was messed up. They pulled it down and found the weights are worn with flat spots, and so we've been trying to replace the...

anyone a pro on ford tractors.? will a sos trans (back half) from a 62 ford 4000 fit a sos on a 58 ford 861? the motors are all 2.8. the tractor data suggests everything is the same. this should be a double disk clutch inside....requiring a 7502 tool to line up.

I have a Ford 4000 Heavy Duty Industrial with backhoe and 712 front end loader. It's Frankenstein's monster of parts, but I think it was originally a 4140, buff and blue, with select-o-speed, although the transmission has been replaced. It's an old machine, but it's new to me and I don't have...

I had a thread the last few weeks about an ignition issue that ended up being grounded points. Got that fixed, thanks again for the help. As part of working through the other issue, I changed the coil, rotor, plugs, points and condenser. I ran it for the first time today with a load (bush...

Ive noticed the last year or so if my Ford 4000, gas , turns off after Its been run a few minutes , it wont crank again without sitting over night. Most of the time this happens is after 30min or more. Sometimes it stalls out cutting high grass and Its over for the day. Its running about...

Replaced alternator and battery but the battery is not charging. Where to check wiring for problem, any help thanks

My 63 Ford 4000 172 ci 4 cyl gas engine recently rebuilt starts easily but surges all the time now. Been using it fine for months after the rebuild. Recently I was mowing and the engine quit. I decided that the carb had issues so I had it rebuilt. Put it back on with a new gasket and with the...

My 3cyl diesal ford 4000 has developed a problem with the lift, if I'm doing any thing heavy, EG a linkbox of stones she struggles to keep the lift up you really need to rev her hard to lift it up, I've recently done all the o rings, new pump and changed the filters, everything else works...

Help... I have a Ford 4000 3 Cylinder Diesel that has been sitting for about 3 years and now it will not start. I used to start with no issues. I originally thought that it was a fuel issue. I have bleed to the filter (diesel with no Bubbles) and bleed to the CAV injector pump (diesel with...

I can' get my 4000 to lift the attached disk. It was intermittent for a little bit, then quit completely, This is a trailer disk with two hose cylinder on it. The 3point lift arms work great as does the loader. The hose will jump a bit when I try to lift. Then cannot disconnect the hose...

I have a 1971 ford 4000 3 cyl diesel tractor with a CAV injection pump and I need to remove and rebuild. But I知 looking for clarity on timing??? The CAV pump that I have is mounted so the cover for the timing cover is on the back side and can稚 be seen. From what I have read I will need to turn...

The lower lift arm, RH side, sitting in the seat, the ball end (not draw bar end) has busted open. The lift arm has a removable ball on the tractor end and a cat II on the draw bar end. Having trouble finding a lift arm that fits over the ball end. Anybody have a part # and good source? The...

(cross posted to Yesterday's Tractors) Hi all. I am new to tractors and recently obtained a '69 Ford 4000 (3cyl Diesel). Not to long into using it the snap ring retaining the PTO shaft failed while shredding and all the fluid from the rear axle leaked. Snap rings, PTO seal and gasket were...

My 76 4000 (rebuilt 2010) is eating batteries. I can jump it and use it, but after it turns off not enough juice to crank again. Alternator is reading 12.8 volts, at the battery when running 12.7. Had the tractor 12yrs and it's never been replaced. Seem so like the alternator is not...

I have a 63 Ford 4000 with a superior front end loader mounted. I am slowly converting some woods by the house into pasture for the horses. Once I get all of the stumps/rocks removed I am going to need to grade the area. To level it out I need to move about 2' of material from the high side...

Looking for a swing post. Broke the pin out of the bottom of the swing post. They tell me you can not weld because it will not hold on this type of casting.

Hi everyone Seems the brake rod seals are past in on my ford 4000 diesal, she's leaking a right bit of oil, Are they a big job to change? Do I need to strip the half axle out to do it? Or does the brake rod just screw out so I can slip the new seal over? Etc Many thanks

First time tractor owner and new to this site I inherited my Uncle's old tractor which I believe to be a 1963 4000 Industrial Diesel Engine. The spring in the throttle linkage is shot and the tractor places around me are unable to order one. Where might I find one or an acceptable replacement...

I replaced the direction control valve and all the seals on the cylinders. I have bled the lines to the equivalent of the full volume of the hydraulic system but the bucket raise or tilt up is jerky. Lower or tilt down is smooth but the tilt is very sloppy (moves if I put the weight of the...

Sirs: Just purchased a fine old Ford 4000 from a neighbor in the Eastern Transvaal of South Africa to use on our farm there. The plate under the hood lists it as a 41014C, with a serial number that appears to be different than used on US-based tractors. The decals on the hood call it a...

Ford 4000 (801) No First Gear Just picked up a Ford 4000, gas, 4 cyl, 4 sp, mechanically a 801 I'm told. Tractor will not go into first gear. Doesn't grind, slips into the slot for first (I believe), let out on the clutch, nothing. I'm waiting on my manuals to arrive, but in the interim, has...

Does anyone have a clear picture or diagram of how these things are supposed to be installed? :confused: They're for a 73 Ford 4000. Here's what my lift arms look like, they could have something missing where these are to attach, but I couldn't find good example of how they go on.

Rebuilt pump, rebuilt injectors, new starter, new battery. Five months ago my '68 ford 4000 revved up for no reason then went dead, got it stared again and got it home. figured it was pump, after having it rebuilt and injectors rebuilt it has started a few times but it was very stubborn. Figured...

Hello, I am new to the tractor world as I just bought a 1960's Ford 4000 Diesel, 4cylinder. I am not sure how many hours are on it nor do I know how many owners there have been. Upon delivery I drove it around the block and it drove well. The second drive, the clutch would not engage and I...

Hello i was wanting to find a FEL for my ford 4000. I read a 772 was ideal but im not sure. Dont want to get one too heavy for tractor to function well. Can anyone share their thoughts. Maybe model numbers???

Lift arm lock washer gave way, bolt came out (all while mowing) and right lift arm fell off and thrust washer on end of lift shaft fell down in the bell housing. Removed the lift cover by taking all bolts out which left the lift cylinder assembly laying in bell housing. Fished out the thrust...

I having left front wheel bearing problem, have replaced left front bearings 4 times , the cotter key shears and nut backs off until bearings eat them selves up.Only happens on left front, I have replaced the spindle once. still having same problem, use mostly for mowing large yard, is the...

Hi All.... About a year ago i purchased a 1973 Ford 4000 with about 1600 hours..... I had a set of remotes with a spool placed on the right rear axle coming from the front end loader pump...presumably..18 GPM?... and new front tires and seat. A set of remotes was placed under the seat and was...

Hi All.... About a year ago i purchased a 1973 Ford 4000 with about 1600 hours..... I had a set of remotes with a spool placed on the right rear axle coming from the front end loader pump...presumably..18 GPM?... and new front tires and seat. A set of remotes was placed under the seat and...

I am seeking advice on which loader would work best on a 1967 Ford 4000 Diesel tractor. It has the heavy later model front end without the radius rods. Thanks

I just got a ford 4000 at a great deal. I just had starter rebuilt and now it is just spinning and not engaging flywheel. Looked at flywheel and it looked ok. Any reason it won't engage??? Help!

Found a ford 4000 with a loader. Can anyone tell me the brand / model and if it is any good?

Pics tell all...good news...I have the shop manual, have tools and know how to use em...mostly:confused3: Have not done this repair before so could use advice from those who have. End nut/cap came off while mowing and limped her back to home base. What parts, aside from end cap/nut, need...

Does anybody have a video on changing the Transmission and rear axle fluid in a Ford 4000. Also for changing the filters, etc. Thank you, Ron

I have a 1972 ford 4000 it sat for several years the motor was seized up got her freed up put new injectors bled the system she fired up and i ran it for a bit ....shut it off for a few minutes and it would not start again plenty of fuel coming out of bleeding screw when cranking over but no...

Hey guys, I have split my tractor between engine and transmission in order to seal a soft plug (cast plug, freeze plug w/e) behind the flywheel. I am having trouble removing flywheel and am in need of help. I have a 1968 ford 4000 with select-o-speed transmission. When I split it there is...

Hello all Starting sometimes this past winter, the exhaust of my tractor smelled "different" then usual. And if the exhaust fumes are toward me as i operate the tractor then i get dizzy real fast. Its like the cumbustion isnt complete or something. Ill remove the air filter this weekend to...

A friend recently picked up a 4000 gas Ford, year unknown, and can't figure out where to check hydraulic fluid level. Can anyone help???

Hello all When i lower the back hydraulic of my ford 4000 (called The Smurf) it goes down to about 6 in from the ground and it goes up to about 2 feet. But i can lift it by hand another 8 inches. Is this normal? The bar is horizontal and adjusted to the highest position possible. Thanks in...

When I turn the ignition to start the tractor I get sparks flying off the positive battery terminal, drains the battery and the starter does not engage. I disconnect the positive terminal of the battery and recharge the battery. With the positive side still disconnect after charge. I hook up...

When I turn the ignition to start the tractor I get sparks flying off the positive battery terminal and the battery drains. I recharge the battery and disconnect the positive terminal of the battery. To trouble shoot the issue I hook up jumpers from the positive terminal to the starter and I...

My cuz ask me to post this. He's got a 1964 ford 4000 diesel 4 cyl. that revs up and runs away when it's cold but quits when it warms up. the throttle lever loses any drag on it as it revs up. It has a rossa master pump on it that was rebuilt about a year ago and has been working fine. the...

Hello, I've decided to convert my ford 4000 to alternator as the Genny isn't cutting it, I'm just wondering can someone give me a run down on how to wire the alternator in correctly, this model has 3 spade connectors on the back 2 big and 1 small I'm presuming the small is battery light and...

This has turned into a mess, huge mess, started last summer with one problem and quickly turned into a lot of problems. We needed to replace the fuel tank but in order to replace the tank we had to pull the steering wheel which apparently had never been off. The of that was we ended up having...

Hi all... I worked my "new to me" 1973 Ford 4000 digging semi frozen gravel with my loader and spreading it on my iced over driveway. I did this for an hour. Bad idea! I stopped when I noticed a tablespoon of oil running down the steering column. Does anyone know what is going on? Thank...

Default 72 ford 4000 heater plug Hi all, I have a heater plug in the back of the manifold of my ford 4000, it has a cable from the key switch and a pipe that carries diesal from the tank, I'm just wondering what is the correct lay out for the pipe work, in my ford there is a small fuel resiviour...

Hi all, I have a heater plug in the back of the manifold of my ford 4000, it has a cable from the key switch and a pipe that carries diesal from the tank, I'm just wondering what is the correct lay out for the pipe work, in my ford there is a small fuel resiviour that has 3 ports, 1 on top that...

Hi guys i am looking at a 1968 ford 4000 gas tractor with front blade any advise woulfd be great thanks art

Hello all After the first snowfall which left us with a good 8 inch of snow up here in Quebec ive been using my tractor a lot moree but its so painfully slow to empty the bucket that its no fun at all. Theres enough fluid in the diferential and to move the bucket up and down the speed is...

Hello all I bought my Ford 4000 and the previous owner said he had to use ether everytime it was below 35F or around 5C. And he never used it in the winter. I plan on putting a snowblower on it so it needs to start in very cold weather. Is there a block heater for that tractor? I put a...

Replaced the instrument cluster and the bulb sockets are trashed, I have looked online and in the usual places but don't know what exactly to describe what I am looking for without buying a whole new harness. The sockets have a shroud on them that snaps into the cluster. Anyone have any...

I would like to attach a koyker 220 loader to my 1968 ford 4000. Are there custom fit bell housing brackets made for my tractor? The left side steering sector is interfering

OK, I am trying to figure out why my tractor will not crank via the push to start button. Here is what I know and have done. Yes the tractor Runs. I hot wire the tractor from a battery + to the ignition coil and starter nut, and batter (-) tractor frame and it starts The push button...

So, I just bought an old 4000 Industrial Backhoe. I forgot to take pictures. Will add later. It's a 1960's model, 4 CYL diesel, 4 speed trans, has the cast iron front nose, outboard brakes, and many leaks. This thing runs like a top, cranks right up, brakes work, loader and hoe function...

Here is a 1963 Ford 4000 S-o-S. My buddy and I are getting this from a co-worker of his in exchange for some labor around her place, and possibly a little cash. We were at $650 for the tractor, brush hog, and blade. Then she started listing stuff she would like us to do in exchange, so the...

I'm fixing up my grandfathers ford and I have a question about electrical system. It's a 1964 ford 4000 diesel. Basic tractor. Wiring seems to be pretty standard.I want to replace solenoids on the tractor but I cannot find the name of the second solenoid. The owners manual says there are two...

I've a 1964 Ford 4000 diesel tractor. The generator disintegrated and I replaced it with an alternator. Now, the red "charging" light in the instrument panel stays on all the time, which I'm told is normal in this situation. However, I'd like to come up with a solution to have the light work...

I have a Ford 4000 and I am looking at buying a 6 foot Land Pride Shredder RCR2672. Will my tractor be able to lift it? According to the spec it weights 1,046 pounds. Anyone have this combination. thanks for your responses.

Hello everyone, New member here from Missouri. I've been scouring the net for hours trying to confirm info I've gathered about adding a power beyond block to a '68 Ford 4000 I recently purchased. The tractor has a duel set of remotes (Valves) located under the seat. One set is plugged and...

Gentlemen, new to this forum. I have a ford 4000 rowcrop. The best I can tell by numbers on motor it is a late 63 64. I rolled it while bush hogging pasture. Tractor rolled completely over, my left hip in the process, and drove away. It went about 50 feet and died. It started up and ran fine...

Hello All. I am very new to tractors and especially hydraulics and have gone with the advice of some of the members here already. I already ordered Brian's TL from fitrite and already have a 2 SPOOL 8 GPM PRINCE MB21BB5C1 DA VALVE (may replace that valve with the other one with the float...

1964 ford 4000 diesel where is neutral safety switch?

Hi , I am new to the site and mistakingly posted a new thread in the General section instead of the Ford/New Holland section, so I will repost it here now. I am trying to get my old Ford 4000 running again after sitting in the field for 15+ years. In the process of cleaning out the old...

I am trying to get my old Ford 4000 running again after sitting in the field for 15+ years. In the process of cleaning out the old varnished gas from the Marvel Schebler TSX-813 carburetor, I found that the power jet located in the bottom of the carburetor is missing. It has a 8-32 threaded...

Hey everyone, First off I'll start by saying I'm not a mechanic by an means, but I despise bringing my broken items to someone else to fix....maybe pride is my problem...or lack of cash. Any ways I bought this ford 4000 off the side of the road for scrap metal price. The engine was...

How can you tell when number 1 piston is up?

Will not start acts like there is no fuel. It has a new injector pump. Would start a first using ether and will fire now using ether. Will injectors or glow plug cause it to act like this?

Recently purchased what is suppose to be a 1967 4000, it has some issues, but I do as well so hopefully we'll get along. The pad near the starter shows which seems correct but is a diesel manual says should be gas. On the left it shows not sure what that means. on the center of the rear I found...

Hey gang. I haven't been on here in forever since this old beast just keeps running. Lately though I've run into an issue. The nut on the steering shaft has stripped off and I can't find a replacement for it. Lots of results for '65 and earlier, lots of results for Manual Steering...power...

I have a Ford 4000 (According to my Dad) tractor, which PTO is freewheeling. If I try engaging the PTO, it will not start up, it just keeps freewheeling. I was told that it could be the hydraulic filter/strainer that is clogged. I removed the lift cover and?. Who in his right mind puts filters...

Just bought what is suppose to be a 1967 ford 4000 diesel with a 730 series 19-532 FEL, bigger than what I need and have a few questions for later. Never owned a tractor, but it was my favorite place to sleep as a kid when pop was plowing in the 70's in north Fl. John

I recently bought a 1968 Ford 4000. The left rear axle is leaking. Several questions. First, is the oil seal hard to replace? I have a manual and it looks like it could be easy. However, looks can be deceiving. The manual doesn't go into a lot of detail. Second, does the seal need to be pressed...

I'm having a noise coming from under the seat (hydraulic pump area) like a bearing going out. Before I take the top off,anyone has had this proble befor ? Is there anything I can check before I take the top off ? It still runs and lifts and pto works. Just louder when lifting or pto on. Also any...

Are they any good and what is a fair price for one. It's a 1964 model with a gas engine. Any info would be great. Thanks

How many brake discs are there in the rear end of a 1968 ford 4000

When I push down the little draft control under the seat my lift arms raise rapidly to their highest level...now I must tell you that my tractor does leak out of the rear axle seals on both sides. My question is could this be because of low fluid or is there a worse problem I could be facing?

My lift on the 63 ford 4000 is acting poorly. If I describe it, surely someone will recognize the symptoms? If I pull the handle up a little, nothing lifts, more, more, more, then when I get the handle almost all the way up, it finally starts to move, but then it goes way too high, and if I back...

The tractor recently had a sudden loss of power, probably 50% worth. It runs very rough, like the choke was pulled on a gas engine. It smooths out a bit under load, but not much. At wide open throttle out of gear, RPMs are only about 1300. If the throttle is closed, the engine slows down and...

Pre 64 Ford 4000 3 point top cover will not lift off. All bolts are out except lift Cylinder bolts. Top cover is loose and movable. Left side of top cover is hitting something and will not come off. Right side moves easy, can see right side is free. Removed Left side inspection Plate, I can...

I have a Ford 4000 3 cyl tractor 12 v system. It has a 6 volt coil that is bad. I believe there is a resistor wire that is about 3 ft long that is plugged into a wire harnes of which goes to the ignition switch. By mistake, I purchased a 12 v coil to be used with an external reistor. Can I use...

I got a Ford 4000 3 cyl that runs very rough. I had New Holland rebuild thr carb, but still have the same problem. When I installed the rebuilt carb, I couldn'get it to start. In doing some testing, I found I have no spark. Put on a new coil, but the same and rechecked the points. What I did...

Need help finding the right fuel filters to put on my 3cyl diesel ford 4000. 2 filter system.

Hello I have 1966 Ford 4000 tractor with the spin out type rims on my back tires. My question is this: Does it have to have the spin out type rims or can I replace them with some other type rim? Does anyone know where to buy the spin out rims at a good price? Thank You.

Needed to sign up so I can figure out a solution for a leaking PTO seal.

Hello we have bougt a new hydraulic pump to our Ford 4000 4x4 Its only some 300 hours old and today it does not deliver enough pressure. What can be the reason?

I recently acquired a used Ford 4000 diesel tractor(1970-75?) for my property in so. Illinois. I need to get an operation/user service manual for this piece of equipment, with pictorials/diagrams :confused: of the different parts of the tractor and parts. I have not been able to locate a...

How do I bleed the injector pump.Is there a bleeder screw on pump. It's a 1963 4 cylinder model. :confused::confused

Hello To Everyone, I have the ford selectospeed 1964 model gas 4 cylinder. My problem is the lift arms will not go down and the handle for the lift arms is almost all the way down except for a couple of inches from the bottom of the selector. Now I will tell you that everything is rusted bad...

Hello all, I have been having problems with my tractor for about 4 weeks now. I am completely stumped with it. Problem is it wont start. I'll give specs in a minute, but heres what Ive done so far. Coil went south so got a 12V to replace the old 6V, also I replaced the condenser, points inside...

I have the ford select o matic 4000 1963-1964 model gas. My problem is that when I bought it the person before me left it outside and now I find water in the trans. That's not the main problem though. The condensation from the water has froze up my rear hydraulic lift handle. I unscrewed the cap...

I have a Ford 4000 farm tractor. It has a 3 cylinder diesel and a 10 speed select-o-matic transmission. Recently I have lost Reverse 2 and Forward gears 3,4,7,8 and 10. Reverse 1 and Forward gears 1,2,5,6 and 9 still work. Does anyone know what this symptom means and what it would take to...

Okay, I'll try and avoid the frustrating details, but am at my wits end. I have a 71 model ford 4000 3 cylinder gas with power steering. PS cylinder was leaking terrible. Using about a quart per hour so it was time to fix. After weeks of searching, finally decided to go with reman cylinder...

The hi-lo shift rail broke last year, I was able to push the rail back in via the shifter plate removal and it stays in low gear. I finally got around to buying a new rail this year. I know I can get to the shifter part of the rail from the shifter access panel, the question is can I get to...

Hello I have a SelectOspeed Ford 4000 1963 Model 4 cylinder gas with 10 speed and two reverse. The problem I'm having is that I had it parked in the shop for seven years without starting it or moving it all. Today I installed a new battery, cleaned the carb and she runs like a dream except I...

So we have a 68 Ford 4000 3.1cyl gas 8 speed I hadn't noticed a problem that may not be one til I tried to use the post hole digger for the first time with our tractor. It wouldn't dig? So after I pulled out of my 4 inch deep hole and headed for the barn it started bouncing violently? Also my...

Howdy folks,today I am seeking a parts diagram for a farm force brush hog.I lost the nut off the blade hub while mowing this afternoon.

My first post so I apologize if this is the wrong forum. My neighbor has a 73 Ford 4000 and I have found a loader off of Ford 5000. Has anyone done this switch before or know if its possible? Thanks

Hello All I am new to this forum, but hope there is a guru out there who might be able to help me. I am desperate, this tractor is the lifeblood of our nursery for loading trees and moving pallets. I have a Ford 4000 tractor, she has a few issues but keeps on ticking. This issue has me stumped...

I have a Ford Industrial Diesel Replacement Engine in my 1964 Ford 4000 tractor (which had a 172 ci diesel engine from the factory) with casting number D1NL 8015A and I'm looking for help finding a seal/bearing for the timing chain cover. I have an oil leak where the shaft comes out of the...

Not sure what I have or where to get manuals and parts??? Got # off engine block: D1NL 8051A

working on a 4000 series tractor that has a feature I've not seen before. The ends of the lift arms where the balls go into where you attach your implement, seem to be able to extend out about 10 inches. Seems someone welded them in retracted mode, but the weld on the left one broke, so now it's...

Ford 4000 or Massey 245. Both diesel and cost about the same. The 4000 just had the engine rebuilt and the Massey has 1700hrs on the dial. I think they are pretty much equal. What does TBN think.

Hi, Inherited a 1963 ford 4000 4 cylinder gas burner with select-o-speed. Wiring degraded partially removed and chewed. Have tried to put together but will not fire. It is located 40 miles from anywhere so fixing it is a slow process. Will post questions in correct forum once I get in and...

Hei! How do I bleed a dual (diesel) fuelfilter on my tractor (Ford 4000) I have read the Workshop manual, but I seem to have anonther type of filterholder. (see picture) Thanks! Janerpo

Just wondering if anyone has any suggestions on where to buy a new clutch kit for a 73 Ford 4000 3 cyl. diesel with the 4 spd with Hi and Lo. It has the 11" disc with 10 spline 1" hud and presure plate with the 29 spline 1 7/8" hub. Also is there any setup required on the pressure plate? The...

Hi Can anyone tell me where I can get a free exploded view of the distributor for my tractor? The issue I have is the plate that holds the points, and condenser is not attached anywhere and just kind of floats inside. Seems to me there should be screws holding it in place. Just bought the...

Hi i am new to this forum and i am currently restoring a ford 4000 after it was burnt in a fire. i will be sandblasting it down to the bare metal. could someone advise on the best paint to use on bare metal. will i use etch primer followed by 2k primmer or jst 1k primer? is 2k recommended for a...

hope to get some tractor answers and maybe help someone else ,cheers Richard.

i just bought a ford 4000 industrail project tractor. on the way home it was storming and the exaust flap was blowing open alot. i waited two days to start it because of a bad coil. got it started today and when reved up it blew black colored gas? out of the vent infront of distributor. it did...

i just got this ford 4000 industrail ,,, i need to work on the power steering and the clutch/tranny. can anyone tell me which shop manuel is for my tractor? there seem to be many different modles of this tractor,, it is a gas 4 cyl ,, thats all i know. bought from an old lady whose husband had...

A couple questions for the pre-'64 guys! :) 1. Were the 800 series and 4000 model the same or very similar? 2. Did they come with any options such as power steering, hydraulic remotes, Select-O-Speed? I ask this because I've been looking for a pre-'65 Ford 4000 or 800 series with power...

Hello Friends, I have a 1970 Ford 4000 3 cyl diesel. It has new hyd fluid topped off to the proper level. The lift was working fine then it suddenly lifts only an inch or two and no more. I have checked for mechanical interference and it has the same problem even with the lift arms...

Hello Friends, I have a 1970 Ford 4000 3 cyl diesel. It has new hyd fluid topped off to the proper level. The lift was working fine then it suddenly lifts only an inch or two and no more. I have checked for mechanical interference and it has the same problem even with the lift arms...

This may seem like a dumb question, but I am having a tough time trying to get the oil plug out of my 1964 4000 Diesel. Everything I try using socket/pipe wrench seems to not get a good bite on the plug. Don't want to destroy the plug but its already starting to get chewed up. The plug is the...

I ordered a Tiny Tach diesel tach and I am trying to figure out how to wire it. ford 4000 3cyl diesel 71ish with one wire alternator. I called Tiny tach about the hot wire, here is their response: "Winston, Like they do with your radio in your truck, if you have the radio on when you go to...

I just bought this tractor and im trying to figure out which lever engages/disengages the PTO. Right now when the tractor is running the pto is spinning...when the tractor is off you can easily spin the PTo by hand

I have a 1964 Ford 4000 Industrial model with 4 speed transmission. It also has a lever on the left side for selecting low, standard, and high range. Which in effect gives 12 speeds forward and 3 reverse. My dad bought it slightly used in about 64/65. It has always been a good tractor, but...

It is either a 67-68 model 3cyl diesel 8-2 tranny...seems to be in good shape except for the rear axle seals are both leaking and all the hydrualic fuild has leaked out but the guy I'm buying it off of is an old family friend and us trushworthy and said everything else works as it should . He's...

I have a 1963 or 4 can't remember, Ford 4000 industrial with the overdrive manual 4 speed transmission. My dad bought it slightly used in about 64/65. It has always been a good tractor, but it sat for about the last 15 years in a shed. The engine was froze, the clutch was bad, and all the...

I have a Ford 4000 3 cyl diesel. I changed the fuel filters and am having trouble bleeding fuel system. I loosened the bleed valves on top of filter housing and fuel comes out of one on the right but not the one on the left. Fuel not getting to the injector pump. I removed line coming off of the...

Just began the process of restoring this working ford forklift Will keep all posted. Right now I am trying to figure out how to replace the two bearing that are in the mask that allow the forks to slide up and down.

The engine turns over but no smoke is coming out the exhaust. Know it is getting fuel. Open the injector lines on each cylinder and fuel drips.

Hello, I am looking to buy a second tractor to use just with my Salsco chipper and I have found a "72" Ford 4000 for sale at a local tractor dealer in an "as is" condition. It is a diesel and starts and runs OK, it has a FEL which has a bucket that is completely rotted out, the 3 point hitch...

The throttle shaft on the carburetor of my 1969 Ford 4000 has worn unevenly and so is allowing some air to suck in. I want to replace this part without replacing the whole carburetor but I don't know where to find one. I've tried the local New Holland Dealer. Perhaps you all might have an...

I recently purchased my first tractor, a 1966 Ford 4000 3 cylinder (Gas) tractor with a 735 Ford loader. I would like to do a total fluid replacement. I've seen UTF oil mentioned to replace transmission fluid, hydraulic fluid and rear end oil, however, I'm not familiar with UTF oil or where...

What spin on oil filter to use on 1966 with 735 loader that will clear loader

Just purchased 1966 4000 with 735 loader

Hey guys, Just bought this Ford 4000 unit for my acreage. The main pivot pin on the backhoe was sheered off. I'm guessing due to the fact they put too small of a replacement in. Anyhow, my buddies can get me bar stock in any size to make the pin but I need to know the stock diameter. I was...

Anyone know what the front loader lift capacity/capability is on a Ford 4000 commercial with backhoe? I think it's early to mid 60's. Also what is the best way to find parts to rebuild the hydro cylinders? All 4 front loader cylinders drip and they look like the same size seal. Never rebuilt...

So I've almost closed a deal on a Ford 4000. Commertial unit with big backhoe on the back of it (NOT a 3pt). Also has a loader on the front. Looks rough but solid if that makes sense??? Ugly paint but everything seems to work. Owner had it running when we got there. I plan to drive it before we...

Hey guys, Been lurking around and trying to find the info just google searching but that hasn't gotten me vary far. I just made the final agreement on a Ford 4000 w/ selecto-speed. Industrial model with big backhoe and loader for $4200. The owner is delivering free and giving me two "Titan Road...

Charging light on ford 4000 won't go out, new regulator fitted and dynamo. Dynamo is polarised. Wiring is perfect. Any suggestions