This is a really good video that I appreciate as a newer 8N owner who isn't a mechanic. One mention though: this video overlooks the oil bath air filter--you want the oil in that to be the same grade as the crankcase.
+Rosie Rosalez Glad you liked it. Sorry about the part numbers. I am adding what I have to the description of the video, though. I can't tell you NAPA parts vs. other brands, just the "Ford" numbers. Hope that helps.
NAPA, Tractor Supply, Steiner, or Just8Ns are good sources for parts. I have been a HD mechanic for 30 years and worked on every kind of machine using an internal combustion engine. I worked as a field service mechanic on up to running a repair shop. to manager of fleet operations for large construction companies. In all my time I've found most do it yourself jobs go bad and cost many times over the price for a Pro. The main reason? lack of planing, which includes finding the right way to do the job and the specs. Start with a little research. it'll pay off nicely. Also using an oil rated for HD diesel service in gasoline engines works great not the other way around though. in a fleet made up of cars, gas and diesel pickup trucks, 18 wheelers, earthmoving equipment we used one oil in all the engines. Shell RT4 or Shell RT6. 5-40 or 15-40 depending on winter, or summer. If you have several vehicles it nice having just 1 oil to keep on hand.
Richard, Thank you for reminding me of using heavy duty diesel engine oil in a gasoline engine. I am going to change the engine oil and filter in a late 1950 Ford 8N and a 1952 Ferguson TO30. I am going to use the Shell Rotella T4 15W-40 year round since it does not get that cold in this climate. My father always used HD diesel engine oil in his gasoline engines and they lasted for many years without overhauls.
When you fill the oil you should fill up the 6 quarts and then fire up the tractor again so that it pumps oil through it and then you check the oil again and then you can put more in
On your 8N tractor, what kind of Carlisle tires do you use. Mine are the ribbed tires and sometimes they tear up the lawn when I turn because of that middle rib on the tire. Should I change out the tires for that reason? I think I need a flater tire...you know what I mean...
Very expensive to change tires, but if you are on lawn grass all the time, then you definitely want lawn tires. If you're in the woods and fields, you will want the rib tires like what I had. Hope that helps!
That last thing you took out with the brillo type filter on it, where u put the oil in....mine comes right out without taking off wingnut and when oil pressure is up oil will come out of it....does it have a gasket? Or am I missing something to make sure it gets tight in there?
One more quick queston. How do you drain the old oil out of the filter canister housing? Mine does not have a drain valve like some I've seen Thanks again!
Mine doesn't either. I use lots and lots of old rags to clean it out. There isn't that much in there usually. The only other way is to take it off completely.
+Dennis Wage yeah I've been there, you can swish cleaners or even kerosene around in there to clean it out, then let it dry out good. Gotta love the 8n style tractors!
On the bottom of both the Oil and Trans pans there are split / cotter pins sticking out. Does any one know what the reason for those is? I have the same on my 48 8n.
here we have rocky soil. the 8N with a plow and discs does a killer job. I got the NH because it would run a tiller. Does a great job too but not rock-friendly as I'm finding out. it does a good job though. A good set of discs might have done me better. you can't run a tiller on the 8N though so it depends on what you want to use. I will say the bucket loader is really nice, though!
how is it that there are plenty of these tractors still running an surviving?? ... my stupid scag with efi kohler engine just took a shit on me with 194hr on the clock .. i grease, change oil, filters, an keep a good eye on everything . it didnt matter the efi on that mower is beyond a pain in the ass , just had a great time towing it onto a trailer . im looking into getting a 8N an 5' finish mower of some kind so i dont have to use it too much . just use it to edge around buildings an tight spots .
Henry Ford hadn't considered designed obsolesce yet. He was trying to build a tractor that helped the lowest rung of farmers, and being able to maintain the machine yourself was a big issue for him. The other part of the equation is that these tractors were relatively under powered and generally you couldn't do things to them to wreck them.
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This is a really good video that I appreciate as a newer 8N owner who isn't a mechanic.
One mention though: this video overlooks the oil bath air filter--you want the oil in that to be the same grade as the crankcase.
I am a new 8n owner, and really appreciate the video!
+Big Family Homestead that's cool! Thanks for watching!
Thanks! You have a good voice and teaching style for people like myself learn.
Thank you very much!
Thanks for a clear and concise lesson on how to change the oil. I appreciate.
Cool good luck!
Very good right to the point video. Would have loved to hear what the filter part # and what kind of oil you use. Also, The drain gasket... Loved it.
+Rosie Rosalez Glad you liked it. Sorry about the part numbers. I am adding what I have to the description of the video, though. I can't tell you NAPA parts vs. other brands, just the "Ford" numbers. Hope that helps.
My father in law has a Harry Ferguson that greatly resembles the Fords of that time period. Someday it’ll be mine
Nice looking Tractor.
Good job I liked the video know I know what to expect when I change mine!!
+Theresa Edwards good luck and thanks for watching
NAPA, Tractor Supply, Steiner, or Just8Ns are good sources for parts.
I have been a HD mechanic for 30 years and worked on every kind of machine using an internal combustion engine.
I worked as a field service mechanic on up to running a repair shop. to manager of fleet operations for large construction companies.
In all my time I've found most do it yourself jobs go bad and cost many times over the price for a Pro.
The main reason? lack of planing, which includes finding the right way to do the job and the specs.
Start with a little research. it'll pay off nicely.
Also using an oil rated for HD diesel service in gasoline engines works great not the other way around though.
in a fleet made up of cars, gas and diesel pickup trucks, 18 wheelers, earthmoving equipment we used one oil in all the engines.
Shell RT4 or Shell RT6. 5-40 or 15-40 depending on winter, or summer. If you have several vehicles it nice having just 1 oil to keep on hand.
+Richard C all great tips, thanks!
Richard,
Thank you for reminding me of using heavy duty diesel engine oil in a gasoline engine. I am going to change the engine oil and filter in a late 1950 Ford 8N and a 1952 Ferguson TO30.
I am going to use the Shell Rotella T4 15W-40 year round since it does not get that cold in this climate.
My father always used HD diesel engine oil in his gasoline engines and they lasted for many years without overhauls.
Happy new day
When you fill the oil you should fill up the 6 quarts and then fire up the tractor again so that it pumps oil through it and then you check the oil again and then you can put more in
On your 8N tractor, what kind of Carlisle tires do you use. Mine are the ribbed tires and sometimes they tear up the lawn when I turn because of that middle rib on the tire. Should I change out the tires for that reason? I think I need a flater tire...you know what I mean...
Very expensive to change tires, but if you are on lawn grass all the time, then you definitely want lawn tires. If you're in the woods and fields, you will want the rib tires like what I had. Hope that helps!
Thank you sir , very helpful great video
I hate to say this, but I'm gonna put the new style filter on...
That last thing you took out with the brillo type filter on it, where u put the oil in....mine comes right out without taking off wingnut and when oil pressure is up oil will come out of it....does it have a gasket? Or am I missing something to make sure it gets tight in there?
Great video! Good info!
Awesome
Supposed to use
30 or 40 weight
Non detergent oil
Some use heavier
When older
One more quick queston. How do you drain the old oil out of the filter canister housing? Mine does not have a drain valve like some I've seen Thanks again!
Mine doesn't either. I use lots and lots of old rags to clean it out. There isn't that much in there usually. The only other way is to take it off completely.
A Turkey Baster works too....bit tedious though.
The filter container on mine was half full of oil after I removed the filter. I had to remove the plug on the bottom to get the oil to drain out.
+Dennis Wage yeah I've been there, you can swish cleaners or even kerosene around in there to clean it out, then let it dry out good. Gotta love the 8n style tractors!
If you haven't done it already, get an electronic ignition kit. It always starts and never floods.
i will have to look into that, sounds awesome. is the conversion a big job?
I had someone do it for me. I think the kit was $170.
You're supposed to fill the oil can filter at least half full and let the new filter absorb the oil..... 🤨
On the bottom of both the Oil and Trans pans there are split / cotter pins sticking out. Does any one know what the reason for those is? I have the same on my 48 8n.
That is where the clutch is so if oil leaks it drain so it won't get on the clutch
Cant believe nobody has asked this... What KIND of oil does a 8n use?
10w30 for me, good question, odd I left that out.
What do you think about the 8N compared to your New Holland for putting in your food plots? Does your NH do alright with working the ground up?
here we have rocky soil. the 8N with a plow and discs does a killer job. I got the NH because it would run a tiller. Does a great job too but not rock-friendly as I'm finding out. it does a good job though. A good set of discs might have done me better. you can't run a tiller on the 8N though so it depends on what you want to use. I will say the bucket loader is really nice, though!
what weight oil did you use
I used 10W30 for decades
I don't have a big old wrench and a big old tub can I use a new wrench and a new tub
Yes, it should still work LOL
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What viscosity oil do you use.
+Jake W 10W30 but you can use a heavier weight if you need to keep the pressure up
how is it that there are plenty of these tractors still running an surviving?? ... my stupid scag with efi kohler engine just took a shit on me with 194hr on the clock .. i grease, change oil, filters, an keep a good eye on everything . it didnt matter the efi on that mower is beyond a pain in the ass , just had a great time towing it onto a trailer . im looking into getting a 8N an 5' finish mower of some kind so i dont have to use it too much . just use it to edge around buildings an tight spots .
They were built to last, that's for sure!
Henry Ford hadn't considered designed obsolesce yet. He was trying to build a tractor that helped the lowest rung of farmers, and being able to maintain the machine yourself was a big issue for him. The other part of the equation is that these tractors were relatively under powered and generally you couldn't do things to them to wreck them.
Where do you get the gaskets?
+Jimmy Wait I buy mine off ebay, look for oil plug gasket 8n, also local auto parts store or tractor supply might have them.
CountyLine Oil Filter, APN6731B
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You don't change oil 😂 when I got mine it had tar in it changed all oil in mine