converting steering to power steering

JGoody

New User
Folks I'm new to the tractor seen but I picked up an old TO-35 Massey tractor that I intend to use around my place, I like everything about it except the steering. In my younger days it would not have been a problem but if I spend all day on that tractor I'm worn out steering that thing through the hills. Seeking advice and help with opting for power steering for her, either another model that would bolt on or details in what all would be involved to achieve this would greatly be appreciated. I have a TO35/ S/N 161172s and a Z134engine, THANKS!
 
It can be done, but not easy.

One big problem is the pump mounts directly to the engine block, gear driven. Unless the block is machined for a pump, you'll have to rig up a belt drive pump.

As for the actual steering, the whole steering housing will need to be changed. It would have to come from a donor tractor or find one someone would sell and guarantee all the parts are there.

There is a way to add an assist cylinder but that takes a lot of engineering and fabricating.
 
In the space at the top of your YT screen type in as per below in the archives and read everything

1955 Ferguson TO35, Power Steering??


Individual was thinking out side the box.
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Thanks Steve, I have mixed emotions since there is no simple conversion, the tractor has plenty of character as is, I hate to do it any injustice.
 
Hello, Yes there is an easy fix, not perfect but it works, Set the alignment on the front wheels so it is towed out 5/8's of an inch. In other word the front of the tires is 5/8 wider than the
rear, Mine is been like that for 35 yrs' I tried setting it to ferguson spec. of 1/8 towed in and couldn't steer it when i changed the tie rod ends, had to put it back, try it it works , when
you are moving of course........Ed
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