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1944 JD model B starts hard cold

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Phil in MI

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This tractor just does not want to start when the engine is cold. If you take the spark plugs out heat them with a torch, put them in, it will start instantly. This engine was completely rebuilt four years ago, once started it runs perfect. We have tried different spark plugs, but still the same thing. It has an electric starter added. This is a parade tractor only. Any ideas?
 
You have tried different spark plugs but were they NEW ones ? preferably Autolite 388 which are a higher heat range for parading around. Also make sure you have your mixture leaned down.
 
I like the 3116 plugs in my B. Hits off after 1/2 crank by hand. In the past when I have had other plugs in there, I have had to take them out and torch them to clean them up in the middle of a parade. Parades just don't get normal ones hot enough to stay clean. After 3116s were in, its been 10 years without a lick of trouble.
 
Hey thanks everybody, I was thinking plugs because heating the plugs is the only thing we do to make it start. I'll let you know what happens. Phil
 
Check the float level. Just worked on one for a friend and I checked the float level with the clear plastic tube method and the fuel level was 1/4 inch below the top of the float bowl instead of 3/4. Adjusted the float and now it starts fine.
 
Never had a problem with our 2 B's and 3 A's and all the other Deere around and lots of them all were good tractors. What made you hate the Deere so bad, I think a lot of us would like to know.
 
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