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C,Gale 08-06-2012 14:25:58 70.41.61.44 Report to Moderator	Just bought what I was told is a 9n ?? How do I determine that and where do I find serial #s and any other info that would be helpful in restoring this machine???? [Reply]   [No Email]
Royse 08-06-2012 20:16:13 69.36.49.151 Report to Moderator	Re: ??? serial numbers ???? in reply to C,Gale, 08-06-2012 14:25:58   Very well could be a 9N. 3 Speeds forward, one reverse would be 9N or 2N. 8Ns were made later and had quite a few improvements, like the 4 speed transmission. 4 forward/1 reverse. I usually use the rear wheels for a quick judgement, although that's not foolproof either. The first picture is 9N/2N, the second is 8N. The colors don't really tell you much after 60 years, but it's hard to miss that big hub/center on the 9N/2N with 6 lug nuts as opposed to the 8 in a small pattern on the later tractors.   [Reply]  [No Email]
C,Gale 08-06-2012 17:12:52 70.41.61.44 Report to Moderator	Re: ??? serial numbers ???? in reply to C,Gale, 08-06-2012 14:25:58   Now I don't know what the he-- I have , I was told by a [expert] at the auction that it is a 9n. Now I find out it may be a 8n because it has metal foot plates and 3 forward and reverse,not foot pegs. It is 12 volt. Does that tell anybody anything?? Thanks, C,Gale   [Reply]  [No Email]
Bob Harvey 08-06-2012 19:41:47 209.91.107.177 Report to Moderator	Re: ??? serial numbers ???? in reply to C,Gale, 08-06-2012 17:12:52   Hopefully to clarify. If it only has 3 forward gears at the shifter, it HAS to be either a 9N or a 2N. The 'footplates' mean nothing (add-ons at some time-farmerized or store bought). Check the serial # registry on the left of this site to establish what year. Somewhat confusing because 9N through 2N all started with '9'. You may have a 'mutt', in that most parts are interchangeable - engines for example, 8N engines fit the same as 9/2N engines. Hope This Helps. b   [Reply]  [No Email]
Bruce (VA) 08-06-2012 17:16:33 24.125.80.178 Report to Moderator	Re: ??? serial numbers ???? in reply to C,Gale, 08-06-2012 17:12:52   " Does that tell anybody anything?" Yes. It tells me that you have not looked at the link I sent you earlier. Click on the link: John Smith's Site   [Reply]  [No Email]
Dell (WA) 08-06-2012 15:57:27 75.165.15.39 Report to Moderator	Re: ??? serial numbers ???? in reply to C,Gale, 08-06-2012 14:25:58   C,Gale.......the 9N ceased mfgr at s/n 9N99002 in May 1942 when it then became the 2N at s/n 9N99003. (don't ask me why, ittza Ford thing) It has the do with WW2 war production board and allotments like rubber, lead, copper, steel. The 3-speed 2N continued to be mfgr until Sept 1947 when it became the 4-speed 8N. ALL 2N's s/n start with 9N. ........Dell, the non-authority   [Reply]  [No Email]
horsin around 08-06-2012 15:04:35 108.215.68.111 Report to Moderator	Re: ??? serial numbers ???? in reply to C,Gale, 08-06-2012 14:25:58   Typically 8n's have a 4 speed trans with running boards. 9&2 n's have a 3 speed trans with foot pegs,realize that these parts are interchangable. So anything is possible !! Follow Bruce VA. suggestion for info.on serial numbers.   [Reply]  [No Email]
Bruce (VA) 08-06-2012 14:33:48 24.125.80.178 Report to Moderator	Re: ??? serial numbers ???? in reply to C,Gale, 08-06-2012 14:25:58   You can tell what year the engine is by the serial number. The numbers are lightly stamped (not raised) on the left side of the block, below the head & behind the oil filter canister. If the serial number & casting codes on other parts match (or are close) then the entire tractor is probably the same year as the engine. Check out tip # 39 for the manuals you will need. John Smith's site has a lot of excellent info: http://www.oldfordtractors.com/idhistory.htm 50 Tips   [Reply]  [No Email]