ford 8000

I split my tractor to repair the tranny and change the clutch. I had to remove the hydraulic pump during this process and re-installed after the tractor was back together. Once that was complete, filled with oil and started the engine. The pump would not prime so I added several more gallons...

I have a ford 8000 tractor and I am needing some help. I have an oil leak coming from the shaft and I suspected the shaft seal, but after I just went out and checked again, I can pull the shaft back and forth in the housing. Now, correct me if I am wrong, but shouldn't this be snug and not be...

I can't find where to check the fluid level on my tranny. A service book I bought on Ebay shows a plug on top cover for adding and a plug on a side cover for the proper level. My transmission has neither of those plugs. I haven't been able to find any other info on it or what fluid to use...

Howdy all my 1971 Ford 8000 has two factory Block heaters and they both went bad so i ordered a new aftermarket one. I drained the antifreeze, removed the old one and cleaned and scraped away the old residue even took some scuff paper and cleaned it up. Put the new one in and Got it good and...

I hope this is the right forum to post in but, Ive been looking for a front end loader for my Ford 8000. I have found two loaders one is a koyker K5 off a 7710 ford with full mounting kit next is a 7411 Ford front loader with a mounting kit off a 8240. Both state they will easily fit large older...

I have a 1972 Ford 8000 and it acts like the differential won't disengage. The tractor is very hard to steer and it I try to use the brakes to help steer, it kills the tractor. It was low on hyd fluid, but after I refilled it that did not solve the problem. The PTO and 3 pt both work. Any help...

I just turned my 1968 Ford 8000 into a boat anchor by following the instructions in an aftermarket owners manual for changing the transmission oil. According to the manual, hydraulic oil and transmission oil are supplied from the same reservoir behind the seat. Unfortunately following this...

I have started the search for another tractor. I currently have a TN70A that I use for Loader work etc, but I am looking to get a second tractor for plowing and shredding. That being said, I have found a Ford 8000 Cab tractor at a local dealer. They just took it in on trade from the second...

I need to replace the gear shift handle, but there is not enough room between the frame and rod that it sits on. Any advice on how this is done?

I am asking for some troubleshooting help on a perplexing Ford 8000 overheat. I was driving the tractor from a distant field yesterday when it began to knock. As I pulled into my farm and let off the throttle, the engine quit. I tried to restart but the starter labored. I assumed two separate...

I am headed up to my ranch this next weekend and would like to have some oil and hydraulic fluid on hand in case I need to add any. What type of oil would this truck use in the engine? Also, if I needed to add hydraulic fluid to the box for the dump bed, is there a certain kind? Thanks for any help!

i have a ford 8000,the tranny makes a groaning sorta noise in 3rd and 4th gears, and also 7th and 8th since they are the same set of gears, it has done this ever since i got the tractor last year, also 3rd gear can be a bit hard to "find", like the lever has to be in exactly the right place to...

i have an early ford 8000 with a cab on it, i was wondering if NH offers a rops that willwork with the cab, it looks like there is enought room inside the back of the cab for the rops bar, i would just need to cut a few holes in the bottom of the cab. i know they were making rops kits for...

I'm thinking of getting a ford 8000 that I've seen for sale. Anyone have any pro's or cons they would like to share? I beleive ther were made from 65 - 86 right? Anything to look for? Approx price? thanks. I'm going to look at it tonight.. If I can find the owner I'm gonna ask to start it...

Any owners out there of the 8000? I would appreciate any comments about the same. how dependable they are and, any problem areas. Thanks Cowboy