Need to split Ford 1210 at the transmission case. Looking for advice

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I have had the fwd/rev control rod detach inside the transmission case of a Ford 1210. I've searched forums to learn that it is common, but there's not much on fixing the problem. Has anyone split the Ford 1210 at the transmission case and are there any pitfalls to avoid? manuals I have only have directions to split for clutch replacement. I need mine to look like @smokinmad picture:

 

[smokinmad2]

Hey P
Got your request for help....unfortunately all the photos I had were on a phone I lost..
Put tractor on a concrete slab, put a bottle jack under the peephole plate and floor jack under the engine from the front.
Pic shows the bolts to remove to split and other is the peephole plate...you can remove it before splitting....
Battery mount plate has to come out, wires need unhooked.....it's easier than it sounds...

 

[TractorTech]

Recommend putting a wedge between the front axle and engine rail on each side so the front doesn't flop to the side.
Easy split otherwise

 

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thanks for the replies. Very helpful @smokinmad! Made progress today and have everything undone, tractor well supported, and the bolts out between the sections I need to separate. I've only been able to get about a 1/8' gap of separation by tapping a screwdriver around the seam on both sides with a hammer. It seems stuck. How much force is usually needed to separate sections? Should it just roll apart, or does it take pry bars?

 

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It helps some time to step away and regroup. I realized I hadnt unscrewed the hydraulic hose nipple underneath the transmission case. Helps to reread the manual. Separates nice when it's ready. Is J.B. Weld the way to go from this point to reattach? Is it enough, or is there a belt and suspenders approach? Mice made a mess in there! Cleanup in process.

 

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I screwed up and I'm not sure when or where, but I need help. I was able to separate the tractor and make repairs to the control rod. I used JB to hold the ball joint to the rod and drilled and pinned it.

 

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I was able to reattach the spring in the transmission case with string, wire, and alternating vice grips, little by little, as I moved the case closer which worked well.

 

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everything looked liked it was lining up well and I as able to rejoin the sections of the tractor.

 

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I have everything back together and the engine wont crank when I turn the key. It's not an electrical problem or a starter issue. It is bound up. Locked. Loud click and seems seized. What did I do wrong? What do I need to do to fix it. I know I'll need to split again, but not sure what I can do different? Please chime in with advice

 

[sandman2234]

I would pull the starter and check it before I split it again.
David from jax