Tractor Tech Articles
Tech Articles
Need some guidance on servicing or repairing your modern, antique or vintage tractor? Read through our technical articles from contributors, in house staff and engineering experts.
Ferguson TED20 - Cylinder Liners Part 2 - Video Tutorial
After an issue with liner protrusion in the first video, Gordon and Oscar get some technical assistance from a local engineering company and install the cylinder sleeves in the engine block.
Ferguson TED20 - Cylinder Liners Part 1 - Video Tutorial
The cylinder head has been prepared - the valves are installed, Gordon and Oscar now tackle the job of installing the cylinder sleeves in the engine block of their Ferguson TED20.
Ferguson TED20 - Installing the Valves - Video Tutorial
After all the preparation Gordon and Oscar are now able to install the values on the cylinder head of their Ferguson TED20.
Ferguson TED20 - Improving the Valve Seats - Video Tutorial
In his last video on the restoration of his Ferguson TED20 contributor Gordon from Waterhouse Forde found the exhaust valve seat on cylinder 2 was too broad - in his latest video Gordon and Oscar reduce the head face to improve this.
Ferguson TED20 - Cylinder Head Rebuild Part 3 - Video Tutorial
Lapping the valves was not giving us a great result so we decided to buy a valve cutting set and freshen the valve seats.
Ferguson TED20 - Cylinder Head Rebuild Part 2 - Video Tutorial
Ferguson TED20 - Cylinder Head Part 2 - Video Tutorial. 'As we saw in the last video the valve guides need reaming. Using a new set of adjustable reamers we just bought, in this video we have a go at getting this job done.'
Ferguson TED20 - Cylinder Head Rebuild Part 1 - Video Tutorial
First in a series about rebuilding the cylinder head on our Ferguson TED20. In this video we show you how to; check the head and engine block surfaces, install the valve guides and lap the valves.
Fordson Dexta Service Video Tutorial - Part 2 - How To Change A Fuel Filter
In this video tutorial Samuel changes the filter on his Fordson Dexta.
Piston Ring Types - Oil Control Ring
Oil control rings are located in the bottom piston groove and their function is to control the supply of oil to cylinder wall to lubricate the piston skirt.
Piston Ring Types - Scraper Ring
Scraper rings are designed with a step recessed into the bottom outface and scrap the oil off the cylinder walls, prevent its entrance into the combustion chamber and send back it to the crankcase. Here we provide an overview on the different scraper rings.