1950 Ford 8N Tractor - Refresh, Rebuild, Return to Work! Episode 1

This 1950 8N belongs to my buddy Will. He bought the tractor to use on his ranch, but we are checking it over and taking care of all the issues that we find (there are a BUNCH!) before Will puts it to work.
This is the first video of a multi-part series, and in this episode we change the battery cables, drain and refill the engine oil and the transmission/differential/PTO oil, drain and refill the radiator, change the rear axle hubs, rebuild the rear brakes, and install new inner and outer axle seals.
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Thanks,
Scott

[@deanchapman6425]

Had two 8N's restored one. Lots of fun and easy. Great detail in video. Remember.to replace the rubber boot on the shifter to keep out water.

[@THEBULLETPROOFGARAGE]

Thanks, Dean. The rubber boot was reinstalled. Scott

[@rodrogers6895]

I inherited my dad’s 1951 8N which he bought in 1970.
He passed in 1997 so I’ve had it nearly 30 years.
I believe it has never been rebuilt, but I have replaced the starter and distributor.
Good to see these old tractors being maintained. 👍

[@THEBULLETPROOFGARAGE]

Hi Rod - They are easy to work on, capable, durable, and inexpensive! Lots of reasons to love these old tractors. Scott

[@MichaelJordan-jv6ic]

Make sure and clean the battery terminals. They are looking pretty cruddy. Some Noco wouldn't hurt either.

[@THEBULLETPROOFGARAGE]

Thanks, Michael, good point. And good to hear from you, too. Scott

[@madmaxdog6592]

Haven’t had the time to watch this yet but I’m very excited. Wanting to learn more mechanics and this is exactly something I want to do!

[@THEBULLETPROOFGARAGE]

This is the perfect vehicle to learn on! Scott

[@karlrussell6765]

Love those old Ford 8N and 9N tractors.

[@THEBULLETPROOFGARAGE]

Pretty awesome, aren't they? They're everywhere around here for $500 - $3500.

[@bobbates7343]

First model of tractor I drove was one just like that one

[@THEBULLETPROOFGARAGE]

That's pretty cool. Thanks for sharing. Scott

[@simpleman4224]

Great job buddy! 👍👍👍🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🙏🙏🙏

[@THEBULLETPROOFGARAGE]

Thanks! And good to hear from you! Scott

[@benkanobe7500]

Could you have successfully used shim stock between the axle splines and the hub?

[@rogersayer5714]

You all working on two tractors at the same time ?

[@THEBULLETPROOFGARAGE]

Just one 8N tractor. Thanks

[@rogermorrill4700]

If the engine has been changed the serial number could tell you that it’s a 9N or a 2N, the number isn’t always going to give you the year

[@THEBULLETPROOFGARAGE]

Good point. Thanks for the input. Scott

[@user-yn6ys7ed8q]

True. But the side mounted distributor came out in 1950, and the generator was relocated to the left side. A proofmeter ( speedo/tachometer ) came in 1951. The 8Ns had a four speed trans, running boards, 8 stud rear tires, and a brake pedal on the left and right sides. 9N and 2N had both brake pedals on the right. 8N also had inner and outer rear axle seals while prior models only had outers.

[@user-yn6ys7ed8q]

Typed the last sentence incorrectly. It is the opposite. 9N and 2N pedals on left and right, 8N both pedals on the right. Old age showing here.

[@rogermorrill4700]

Just commented because I see a lot of comments on market place ect they say they have a 8N by ser number but they have a 9N

[@THEBULLETPROOFGARAGE]

@@rogermorrill4700 - ok, thanks for the input. Scott

[@royhaught9516]

It's not a one ton pickup , but it's a Ford.

[@THEBULLETPROOFGARAGE]

You're right about that, Roy! More Brownie content coming!!! Scott

[@terrymiler2164]

So did you figure out the anti freeze just covers the top of the tubes.If you fill up like a guy would think it needs to be it will puke and make you think it's getting hot,when it's just to full.