Ford 1700 clutch

[darkinark]

Looks like I have to replace my clutch. I have looked all over this site to find out how to tell if this tractor has a single or double clutch but have not found. It is a 1982 model, Ford 1700. One dealer said it was made with both, another dealer said it only was made with a single. Is there a way to tell before I tear into it? Thanks for your help

 

[joecdeere]

yes the 1700 was available with both a single and a double clutch. With the model code numbers off the serial number plate any Ford dealer worth a flip can tell you in a moment or two which it is. If you remember, could you push half way down on the clutch pedal and the tractor would stop but the PTO kept running (double clutch) another way to test.... ENGINE OFF!!!! ENGINE OFF!!!! ENGINE OFF!!!! you can test it by engaging the PTO (with the engine off) and putting the tractor in gear. With a helper, partly disengage the clutch, and then try to push the tractor in gear. If it rolls, hold the same position on the clutch, and try to spin the PTO shaft backward. If it doesn't move, try fully depressing the clutch; it should then turn. If the clutch has to be fully down to roll or disengage the PTO, then it's a single disk clutch.
Good luck!!!

 

[Sportsman762]

Often when a double clutch is getting ready to go out it will grind when engaging the PTO. My suggestion is to start splitting the tractor then have your dealer order the clutch you need, this might add a couple days to the job but you do not have to worry about getting the wrong part.

 

[darkinark]

I will contact the dealer with the model numbers. At this point the clutch is either completely engaged or not at all so I don't believe I can check it that way. Thanks for your help Joecdeere.
Sportsman762 - I do not recall the PTO grinding but again, it is past being able to check it that way either. Thanks