Guidance on 8000

Dopp Creek · Feb 9, 2017

I'm preparing to repair the brakes on the 8000. The axle trunnions need to come off to get at the brakes and while those are off I want to fix the PTO (it won't disengage). My question is how (and where) to support the rear end? I thought I would build a crib of 6x6 under the transmission so if I do need to take off the differential to access the PTO guts I can do it. I do have the factory manual; just trying to learn how to set it up once and get it all done.

RickB · Feb 10, 2017

If it were me, I'd do the brakes first, then put the wheels back on it and then do the rear split for the PTO.

markct · Feb 10, 2017

I agree with Rick, it could tip I think if supported far ahead under the transmission, take off one trumpet at a time and then if need be split it when it's together

Bern · Feb 10, 2017

I agree with Rick. Do this as two separate jobs. You might damage something (and maybe even yourself) doing it the way you plan.

James Trovillion · Feb 19, 2017

PTO clutch can be removed and rebuilt on 8000 tractors without splitting tractor. Clutch assembly will come out pump mounting plate on right side of rear housing. Been there, done that.

Larry NCKS · Feb 19, 2017

(quoted from post at 22:23:08 02/19/17) PTO clutch can be removed and rebuilt on 8000 tractors without splitting tractor. Clutch assembly will come out pump mounting plate on right side of rear housing. Been there, done that.

Yeah! But I think those that've done this job will tell it's much easier with a split.

Dopp Creek · Feb 20, 2017

You guys have convinced me to take care of the brakes first, reassemble, and then make the split to deal with the PTO. I am stubborn but smart
enough to listen and learn from those that have done this (and more) before.
Many years ago, one of my older,wiser friends was helping me with some wiring and I asked him how long it was going to take to fix what I screwed
up. His words, "As long as it would have taken to do it right the first time" have been burned in my brain ever since. I appreciate you all
helping out!

showcrop · Feb 20, 2017

While it is split clean the rear housing out good to avoid future problems.

Oppie · Mar 23, 2017

I'm new to using forums. I wasn't sure if I needed to start a new topic or jump into this one. I recently acquired a Ford 8000 that has a bunch of leaks. I'm not a mechanic but I think I can tackle most of the work, especially since I'm having trouble getting someone to come out right now...planting season is in full swing. I have a bad leak at the left lower link hanger and on the right side too. I've got the arms off and pulled the right lower link hanger. The left lower hanger and shaft with splines is one piece. Will I need to remove it and or the torsion bar in order to replace O-rings, washers and spacers? If so I'm assuming I would need pull the tire off to get the shaft out? I hope this is not the case. Will the draft control arm stay in place inside the tractor if I slide the lower left hanger and shaft and torsion bar out? Any insight would be greatly appreciated!

showcrop · Mar 23, 2017

(quoted from post at 16:09:35 03/23/17) I'm new to using forums. I wasn't sure if I needed to start a new topic or jump into this one. I recently acquired a Ford 8000 that has a bunch of leaks. I'm not a mechanic but I think I can tackle most of the work, especially since I'm having trouble getting someone to come out right now...planting season is in full swing. I have a bad leak at the left lower link hanger and on the right side too. I've got the arms off and pulled the right lower link hanger. The left lower hanger and shaft with splines is one piece. Will I need to remove it and or the torsion bar in order to replace O-rings, washers and spacers? If so I'm assuming I would need pull the tire off to get the shaft out? I hope this is not the case. Will the draft control arm stay in place inside the tractor if I slide the lower left hanger and shaft and torsion bar out? Any insight would be greatly appreciated!

You really should start a new thread. Just go click on the new topic button at the top left of the page. I have had the lift arms off my 9000 for years because I use it only for pulling competitions. I would not want to do this without consulting the shop manual because a link part up at the top is not very strong and will not take any side force.

Guidance on 8000

Dopp Creek

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Bern

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Dopp Creek

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