1950 8N throttle problem

Is there any good remedy? I assume that there is no source (after market
or otherwise) for new parts to fix this problem? Some say to put little
bumps of hot electrode on the plate using a MIG welder. Others say try
using a stronger spring at the bottom of the throttle rod. Others try
'shimming' under the plate.

It seems with all the worn out 8N throttles out there, that someone
would be making new after market parts such as the lever, plate, spring,
etc.?

I am hoping that with your experience and knowledge with the old Ford
tractors, that you might come up with the best solution? It certainly is
difficult to try and mow a rough field with a 'bush hog', when you have
to keep one hand always on the throttle.

Thanks for any and all help you can offer.

Looking forward to hearing from you.

Jim Musick
Email: [email protected]

Took the plate off and put it on an anvil (piece of railroad iron) and hit the edges of the raised portions with my large cold chisel about 3 times each. This raised the little humps some. I then removed the throttle and opened up the end a little and pried out the ball which was worn flat. I then turned the ball around which was round and reinstalled. On assembly, I tightened the spring some. Mine is fixed now, probably for another 25 years. These kind of fixes are very rewarding in that they cost nothing but time and work.

P.S. I also had to bend down some the arm that holds the ball so as to allow for clearance where just the ball was touching the plate.

But, be safe, and don't drink and drive, especially without an ORC :-)

Hope this helps..... ..... Ed
'52 8N475798