installing fan shroud

I have a new fan shroud I want to install on my 9N. The tractor is not dis-assembled, but has no fan shroud, so I am not sure how I can get the shroud into the space. What all do I need to remove?? Is there a written procedure for this?

Dennis in West Tennessee
 
That's a good question Dennis. I've never put a shroud on
without having the hood/doglegs/gas tank off the tractor.
I don't know if it can be snaked in there past the hoses etc.

The earlier tractors didn't have a shroud to begin with and
they worked fine. Are you having trouble with over heating
or just wanting to add it for your own preference?
 
Royse, thanks for the quick reply. I thought I had an overheating problem last fall when mowing a field for a friend. Later I found my main problem was my front-mount coil was failing. Replacing the coil and renovating distributor got me going, and we got the field mowed (the next week!) However I bought the shroud on general principals and now I want to install it. Just seems like I ought to have it on the tractor, West Tennessee can be pretty hot....

Dennis in W. Tenn
 
You're welcome!
I have shrouds on all of mine except my 9N.
I keep them on if they came with one just because I want to.
Here in Michigan, over heating is not normally an issue unless
there is something else wrong with the tractor.
It is a lot easier to get the distributor out to change points and
set the timing without the shroud on though! :)
 
I definitely agree with Royce. If you are looking for originality than install it otherwise you don't need it.
The cooling system on these tractors was over designed. Keep the radiator fins clean and a good working thermostat installed.
 

I have never tried it with out taking the radiator off then it was a beach to get a aftermarket to fit... I don't see you getting it on with out taking the hood off then prepare to cut/bend to adapt the aftermarket (if not original)

I don't have a problem with them and can not think of are dream up a excuse not to run one...
 

over designed... I guess you read that on the internet along with most folks that hang out here... I would like to know how they conjured that up...
 
I didn't think the 9n with non pressurized radiator had a fan shroud.

Mine doesn't have one. Not sure there is enough room on the left side. My fan rubs on the side of the radiator if the side is not bent out a little.
 
I dont have them on a 2 of my Ns never had a problem, bush hog on 97 degree days in heavy stuff never had a problem. The most important thing on the cooling sys. is a working thermostat 50/50 mix of anti freeze and distilled water, no scale buildup in the radiator and keep the front of the radiator free of debris.
 
I doubt you'll get it on without pulling the hood and radiator. I Always use the fan shroud, always.
I wonder how many guys who gripe vociferously over the non-original looks of an alternator are running without a fan shroud.
 
I have 4 1939 and one 1940 9Ns. None of them came from the factory with a fan shroud. They all originally had a non pressurized cooling system and no fan shroud. I don't use any of those tractors as hard as they were intended to be used and I see no reason to add a shroud that wouldn't fit very well and would make it more difficult to remove the front distributo for tune ups. Also, if you tractor has the original radiator there is no way to attach the shroud.
 
Where in W,TN? I am in Fayette County. I don't have shrouds on my 9N or 8N, have had no overheating problems.
 
The fan shroud bolts to the radiator and should be little trouble to install if you have an OEM radiator. All bets are off if you have an aftermarket radiator.

You will first need to remove the hood.

Dean
 
(quoted from post at 22:49:55 01/24/16) The fan shroud bolts to the radiator and should be little trouble to install if you have an OEM radiator. All bets are off if you have an aftermarket radiator.

You will first need to remove the hood.

Dean

Whut he said plus I am not gonna make a guess the screw don't penetrate the core :twisted:
 
I'm in Madison County[Jackson] and have a '41 9n and from time to time run the heck out of it. I've checked it after a particular tough 3-4 hour session of discing,and it read 165* in the radiator. No shroud,non pressurized cap,no problems.
 
If you are careful, it can be installed by lifting the hood up. You can block the hood carefully on the fuel tank. The large bolt that holds that dog legs to the frame need to be removed. You will also need to remove the fan.

I am an advocate of using the shroud. But unless you work your tractor hard in really hot weather, a guy can get by without one for a while. Next time you're doing something that requires the hood to be off, pop that shroud on.

Colin, MN
 
I am also in Madison county, TN, mail comes through Beech Bluff P.O. From comparing with copy of an early Ford parts book, I determined that most of my tractor is 1941. Engine serial shows the block is 1943, but with a replacement 8N head. The oil filter bolts to side of the head and covers most of the serial number on the block; being an 8N head, the oil filter location was moved back to make room for the generator which was on left side on many 8Ns. My dog legs are early, and do not have visible bolt holes on lower sides. There are small steel plates that bolt to the inner flange on the dog legs and bolt to radiator cradle. A big nuisance for a small item. My radiator was new when I bought from a Ford tractor dealership in 1998. It was made in Ireland, and I suspect it is actually for an 8N. It does not have the large top tank like my original radiator, and it has a pressure cap. My nice new fan shield may take some rigging to attach it! Incidentally, the rear half of tractor has been changed out with another 9N, so it has a Sherman overdrive. This is a "put-together" tractor now!

Dennis in W. Tenn
 

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