74 Ford 2000 Seiries Tractor. Replacing Clutch

Howard707 · Aug 15, 2012

Hi folks, I am replacing the clutch, pressure plate and throw-out bearing on my gasoline 74 Ford 2000 series tractor. I have the service manual, however, it does not explain how to remove the hydraulic pump. It has 2 lines that go the length of the tractor and I am not sure how to remove this safely. It has to be removed to split the tractor in half. Is there anyone out there that has done this before or possibly anyone with more detailed instructions on how to replace the clutch in my tractor? Any help would be greatly appreciated! Any tips or anywhere online that you can send me would be great too!!!

Soundguy · Aug 15, 2012

that's a tube with a compression nut.

remember to wedge the front axle pivot to prevent the front from laying over on ya

kep an eye on which side of the clutch is longer and which way it goes.

Howard707 · Aug 15, 2012

Hi Soundguy. I have read many of your posts. You are a wealth of knowledge. Thanks for the tips. I must have the component wrong in my question. I will get a better discription of what I am speaking of or take a pic and ask you again. Its great knowing someone is here to give insight on soooo... many things. You are very much appreciated. Have a good one! HLF

joecdeere · Aug 15, 2012

He's right, small line is the pressure line, it has a compression nut on it, large line has a o-ring seal. Don't mess up that nut, they're real proud of them! Don't cross thread it into the pump when going back together. Real easy to do

Howard707 · Aug 16, 2012

Thanks a million Joescdeere. You guys are awsome. I have never had such replies on ANY other forums. I certainly appreciate your efforts!!!

Soundguy · Aug 16, 2012

post back if you hit a snag..

ps.. remember.. you can engage the pto shaft, leave tractor trans in neutrl and spin pto with hand to help align the input shaft..