Posted by Dean on May 09, 2014 at 12:01:04 from (152.216.3.5):
In Reply to: Ford 4000 1964 posted by davenoonan on May 09, 2014 at 09:37:02:
Price sounds good if no latent defects.
You will need PS for loader work.
Verify that the transmission pulls properly in all gears when the oil is FULLY up to temperature. Check for proper operation of the PS when the oil is fully up to temperature as well.
Look for front axle and/or bolster wear on any tractor with a FEL.
Note: The S-O-S transmission oil filter for the pre 65 model transmissions is not available from any source and nearly all need changed because it is out of sight and out of mind beneath the transmission top cover.
FWIW, many/most parts for the Ford 5 speed transmission of similar vintage are NLS as well, and properly rebuilding most 5 speed transmissions will take as long (or longer) and cost as much or more as rebuilding most S-O-S transmissions.
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