ford 871

Hello all you tractor veterans. I am looking at purchasing an 871 Diesel that the owner says the injector pump needs to be re-built. I do not need this to run immediately as I have other units. I am considering taking on the rebuild. Am I getting in over my head. Any advice from those of...

I remember seeing a diagram/instructions posted on the internet at some point but I haven been able to locate one with correct wiring for the safety switch. Any help is appreciated.

what type oil is in the rear end,select o speed transmission housing,hydraulic system.do you fill everything from the same plug under the seat.don't see any other plugs.3 pt hitch arms don't work,but not sure where to check level.any help would be appreciated.thanks in advance

just joined the forum.bought a 871 ford select o speed and can't get it into neutral.no matter what gear you try to put it in the tires seem to be locked up.any ideals,

Well not only is the battery dead this morning but the power steering belt has destroyed itself. Does anybody have a replacement belt part number? Thanks

Saw an ad for a Ford 871 gas with select-o-speed with power steering, live hydraulic, live PTO. 58 or 59 for the year. Read some old threads to check the shifting both cold and hot. Is there any thing else to watch for. This also has a Stanhoist trip bucket loader. Thanks for any information...

Tractor had been working well, while working this spring with it she let out a BANG, BANG, and died. My thoughts were that it was the coil. Replaced that today and still nothing. Had the auto store check it and confirmed it was dead. The battery turns over the engine but no fire to the plugs...

live in texas weather is starting to get hot agin and the temp gauge isn't working on the tractor its a 172 cubic inch diesel tractor supply has 2 diff ones but i do not know what the temp is suppose to be on it any input would be greatly appreciated thanks chris

live in texas weather is starting to get hot agin and the temp gauge isn't working on the tractor its a 172 cubic inch diesel tractor supply has 2 diff ones but i do not know what the temp is suppose to be on it any input would be greatly appreciated thanks chris

After reading the threads on select-o-speed transmissions and doing my homework (I thought) and driving the tractor until hot, I decided to take a chance and buy this old tractor that was advertised as a Ford 4000. My rational is to use the Ford as a mowing machine and leave the backhoe on my...

My 59 Ford 871 with Select-O-Speed transmission no longer shifts into gears five thru eight. Anyone have any suggestions before I start adjusting all of the bands? Sam

Where is the Transmission Check/Filler on my tractor? All I can find are the ones for the hydraulic system and Rear axle.

Hi I got this tractor from a friends estate and I am starting to restor it. I have heard many good & bad reviews of this tractor but because it was a friends I decided to restor it to use on my 40+ ac farm. It is running pretty good smokes alot till warm then just smokes.It had a Ford HD loader...

I bought a 61 871 sos super clean. good or bad move? I heard bad things about them. it runs and operates perfect. it has a hydro valve under the seat ... I have no idea what it does...can I operate a log splitter with it?

Hi all, new to the forums. I'm looking at a 1959 Ford 871 Select O Matic. Has a loader attachment as well. It seems to run well. Had a new head gasket, tune up, and transmission service a year ago. Does need a new front tire, one draw bar, the power steering pump rebuilt, and a battery. Back...