1940 Ford 9N

[Tinhack]

Main alarm bell I see is the tractors location. It isn't close to me.

Me either.

 

[Paystar]

Okay, thanks guys. So I'm not stupid to take it then?

 

[Paystar]

Also, how hard to do things like brakes and clutch on these Ford's just in case it isn't what it appears to be?
They look fairly simple like my Allis CA.

 

[super55]

Like you said a video is going to be able to tell you a lot and a live video chat will tell you even more. This day and age even if they are older individuals they probably know someone that can do a video cal or send vids for them. Cold starts, fast throttle response, engine knock, timing or carb issues can readily be picked up.

Changing the brakes on these old fords is pretty simple if you have ever replaced drum brakes before.

 

[azbinder]

A couple of things: from the engine block

#1 Have them send you a pic of the "stamped" serial number.
#2 Find out if it is a 3 or 4 speed transmission. 9N is a 3 speed and 8N is a 4 speed.

Also, the "floor boards" came on the 8N. 9N had "foot pegs".

 

[ROUSTABOUT]

Okay, thanks guys. So I'm not stupid to take it then?

Looks more like you look stupid to pass on it.

 

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Now I just have the same issue as last three tractor guys selling restored tractors....."I'll call you this afternoon" and nothing yet. I didn't even try and counter his ask. I said I'll take it.

Oh well....see if he calls me by tomorrow.

 

[EdGooding]

Here's my 2-cents: If you want a parade tractor, then generally you want a restoration. The original color of a 9N is battleship gray, not red and medium gray. Inline filters like that are not only not original, they can often be an inhibitor to good gas flow in a gravity-delivery fuel system like the 9N. It came from the factory with three filter screens, two in the sediment bowl and one at the fuel inlet. Also, I'm not a fan of using a rubber fuel line that close to the manifold. Pre-made, metal factory fuel tubes are available. Parts are easy to get in the U.S. but shipping costs make them tougher in Canada. The original carb is easy to rebuild, the aftermarket ones from the "land of almost right" are crap shoots. If you can share the serial number (location shown in pic) I can tell you the year.

If you want a worker, the 9N only has draft control - NO position control. It also does not have live hydraulics - you must engage the PTO to use the lift.

I live in a farming community in central Virginia and that tractor might bring $1,500 US, at best. The early 3000 you showed might bring $5,000 US. The 3000 is a strong utility tractor and I really like them.

 

[John0829]

Ed covered it, as for parts you can get everything to completely rebuild the 9/8 N tractors. Many good sources are out there and if cost does not scare you the Dennis Carpenter has many of the original dies and castings for the old tractors to make the parts.

 

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Good info EdGooding. If I ever hear back from him, I will see if I can get serial number.

I had a look through my Steiner catalogs and I did see many parts are available for those old Ford's. I would probably switch it back to a fuel bowl and proper metal lines.

I don't really need to work it. I have other tractors for my work. But that is something to think about.....needing the PTO engaged to work the three point lift. I like the idea of hooking it up to my box blade or grader blade once in a while just to give it a bit of a workout.

That Ford 3000 diesel was really nice looking, but I just don't know if I want to pay $11,000 Canadian for it? Everyone seems to think that is steep.

I also found a Massey 35 diesel that seems to be in good shape for $8000.

My Allis runs and drives, it just doesn't look pretty. And it's a work in progress that I never seem to have time to work on. So just wanted another play toy already done for now until I get the others pretty.

Other than the Mecum auctions, it's hard to find anything in restored shape around my area.