Model of Ford N.....?

John Deere D

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Today this little Diamond followed me home. 35 + years ago, this Ford ( N Model ?) was parked in a shed Ten miles from our home. The owner asked if we were interested in making a $$$ offer and the rest is history. This Ford N (model ?) was purchased new and has been 10 miles from our home ever since.
Winched this N onto the trailer and hauled it home. Would appreciate any help identifying the Model of an "N" this machine is.

6 Volt, Three speed Transmission, Grill has Steel front vertical bars, Radiator has a pressure cap

Thanks

Bob......
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Radius arms changed from I-beam to oval some time in 1944 - The serial number will tell for sure. S/N is stamped at the top of the block just behind oil filter. Note that all 2N S/N begin with 9N

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2N Serial Numbers:
1942 9N99003 to 105374
1943 9N105375 to 126537
1944 9N126538 to 169981
1945 9N169982 to 198730
1946 9N198731 to 258503
1947 9N258504 to 296131
 
Looks like a 2N with after market running boards. If you can't read the S.N., there should be a letter and some numbers embossed on the block just behind the starter. That will be the date code that the block was cast. A is for Jan. B is for Feb. etc. If I'm not mistaken I think they skip the letter I. the next number/s is the day of the month and the last number is the year.
 
I'd agree with Bill, a 2N. My guess? 1946. Just a guess.
Running boards might be the ones sold by Sears and Roebuck.
 
Thanks everyone for assisting me.... "New to me Ford N". This is a keeper, as I once operated a Ford N pulling a Binder in 1959.
My wife and I enlarged several pictures of the SERIAL BOSS location...

Any and all suggestions as to the Serial number would be great:

We removed the Starter looking for any hidden casting information:

Thanks

Bob...
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1945 2N. there was no "2N" prefix, the serial numbers of all 9Ns and 2Ns start with the 9N prefix.
 
I agree with you on S/N - Congratulations you have a 1945 2N.

To my knowledge, the N series didn't have a casting designation on the bell housing until the 8N came out in 1948. You should have a date of manufacture cast into the rear trumpets just above the 2N part number of the trumpet.

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Thank you Sir:


Now an owner of a Ford 2N......This little beast is now stored between a Ferguson TEA-20 and a MF FE 35 in side. The JD's are wondering about the color..................:)


I've spent considerable time in the "YT" archives on the Topic of Engine oil. As we live on the border (120 deg Longitude ) In North Western Alberta / North Eastern British Columbia, Tractor operation is from mid April > October 30 th. only. I do recall our Father using a 30 Weight high detergent oil in his Tractors. Is a 30 weight High Detergent OIL a safe route to go?

Bob...Owner of my First Ford N.
 
Is a 30 weight High Detergent OIL a safe route to go?

"Oh no, you've done it now Ollie!!" Asking for oil recommendations is right up there with religion and politics and should not be discussed in public. :D

For your climate and operating temperature, 30W HD will serve you well. In fact, I will go so far as to say that [u:3e11ee3d46]any[/u:3e11ee3d46] brand or viscosity (above 20 weight) detergent oil you put in it will work just fine.
 
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8NHENRY

Looks like a 2n to me. So is the motor still free by chance? May I ask what you gave for it?

Good evening 8NHENRY...

Yes, with the engine Hand crank the beast turns over....and, has compression...:)

This Tractor belonged to a single pensioner Lady whose parents had purchased the Tractor when she was 8 or 9 years of age. I gave here a blank cheque,asked her to talk to her Brother, Brother-in-law and see what these tractors are bringing at local farm Auctions in similar condition.

The lady made the cheque for $750.00.

I'm more than happy, as I believe no one should have a free ride. She Telephoned me to let me know she was very satisfied with her price. She had been offered from $50.00 > $150.00.

I gave her the chance to fill out the blank cheque.

Bob...Owner of a Ford 2N
 
Search John Smith's (now) archived site, and TRACTOR ID/HISTORY page for a lot of info. The tractor serial numbers were hand stamped on a boss cast on the block, located behind and to the right of the oil filter housing right below the head. FORD serial numbers were all hand stamped, on all vehicles, not just tractors, and only stamped after the machining and assembly operations AND then passing QC Inspection/Testing break-in period. They'd be stamped in sequential order but stored at random and then pulled at random to go to the assembly line. There was no concern over keeping any order once in storage and then on the line. It is also a fact that many tractors with blown engines had them replaced with one from another tractor. It is not unusual to find a 9N or 2N with an 8N engine and vice versa. There are many "mutts" out there. Finally, ALL standard 9N and 2N tractors used the serial number prefix of "9N". There's no such thing as a hand stamped '2N' s/n. Parts I see on yours: original, late, 1941-1947 2N grill, with teardrop shaped bars; original generator, cutout, and front mount distributor; open rear axle fender mount bosses; correct dash and steering column; may have oval radius rods I can't tell. If so it would be a 1944 or later model if engine not swapped. The 2N model introduced the 4 PSI pressurized radiator in 1943 at s/n 109502. There are also original 10 x 28 hat rims with the riveted axle hubs and OEM 4 x 19 fronts. You can check the s/n but advise not to file, sand, scrape, wire wheel, or sandblast the area. Many s/n's are weak because they were after all hand stamped and thus often unreadable. Use a paint remover like Naval Jelly and gently scrub with a brass wire brush or wife's toothbrush. I you do not have a rare early 9N to restore, then the s/n is a moot point and the important factor is does it have: the front-mount distributor; 6V/POS GRN system, or some 12V switch over job; 3-speed (would indicate 9N or 2N) transmission -teh4-speed was not released until the 8N model. Also, be aware that the 9N and 2N hydraulic system was different than the 8N system. The 9N/2N 3-point lift system only had DRAFT CONTROL, built into the design. The 8N hydraulic system included POSITION CONTROL as well. Some parts interchange, some don't. As a new owner, invest in the essential owner/operator manuals to help further your journey.

9N/2N ESSENTIAL OWNER/OPERATOR MANUALS:
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Tim *PloughNman* Daley(MI)
 
That is a nice looking tractor, nice barn find! Since that thing turns over you can get it running and then find out how the tractor is mechanically. Congrats on your purchase.
 

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