Hi all!
I'm new to this forum but would like to learn more about tractors, specifically my first tractor!
It's a 1958 Ford 841 Diesel. It starts up easy and the engine purrs nicely! Please see the attached pictures.
What I have done so far: new diesel in the tank with stabilizers/additives, new oil/filter, new radiator fluid.
The transmission fluid / other fluids are still good but may replace next year.
The issues/questions:
1. My what is the button there that's near the key ignition. I'm pointing at it.
2. The only way I can kill the engine (other than shutting off the fuel) would be to lower the throttle all the way down and it stalls out. I think the previous owner did something with the electrical, because I can't pull the key out but can start the tractor in on and off position. When the key is on, the lights and meters will work. Again I can start with the key on or off. Am I missing a kill switch somewhere?
Thanks for the help in advance!
I'm new to this forum but would like to learn more about tractors, specifically my first tractor!
It's a 1958 Ford 841 Diesel. It starts up easy and the engine purrs nicely! Please see the attached pictures.
What I have done so far: new diesel in the tank with stabilizers/additives, new oil/filter, new radiator fluid.
The transmission fluid / other fluids are still good but may replace next year.
The issues/questions:
1. My what is the button there that's near the key ignition. I'm pointing at it.
2. The only way I can kill the engine (other than shutting off the fuel) would be to lower the throttle all the way down and it stalls out. I think the previous owner did something with the electrical, because I can't pull the key out but can start the tractor in on and off position. When the key is on, the lights and meters will work. Again I can start with the key on or off. Am I missing a kill switch somewhere?
Thanks for the help in advance!