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.
Piston Ring Types - Compression Ring
A compression piston ring is a metallic ring used to seal the chamber in a combustion engine in order to maintain gas compression between the piston and cylinder wall, and assuring the flow of heat from the piston to the cylinder.
International Harvester 434 Major Works Part 2 - Cylinder Head Overhaul
Contributor Andrew Chapman undertakes a major overhaul of his International Harvester 434. In part 2 he covers the cylinder head and valve overhaul.
International Harvester 434 Major Works Part 1 – Initial Strip-down
Contributor Andrew Chapman undertakes a major overhaul of his International Harvester 434. Part 1 is discusses the initial strip down of the tractor in preparation of the work.
Fordson Dexta & Super Dexta Steering Repair
Andrew Chapman's latest article on a Fordson Super Dexta steering repair. Andrew regularly contributes to our technical bulletin and has a wealth of knowledge in the repair and maintenance of tractors.
IH B276 - Checking The Front Axle Video Tutorial
In this video Gordon from Waterhouse Forde carries out checks on his IH B276 front axle. A must view for any International Harvester owner.
Fordson Dexta Service Video Tutorial - Part 1
Samuel takes us through the first stages of the service to his Fordson Dexta in this video tutorial.
Tractor Steering Overhaul Part 4
The final article in the 'Steering Overhaul' series by contributor Andrew Chapman. This article focuses primarily on steering boxes fitted to Bradford built International Harvester tractors.
Tractor Steering Overhaul Part 3
This
article is based on rebuilding the front axle pivot pin and bushes on Bradford
built International Harvester B275, B414 and 434 tractors. The design of the
parts are however similar to those on many tractors of the period and so should
be of general use
Tractor Steering Overhaul Part 2
Part 2 of Andrew Chapman's steering overhaul review. This article is based on rebuilding the steering knuckles and hubs on Bradford built International Harvester B275, B414 and 434 tractors.
Tractor Steering Overhaul Part 1
Contributor Andrew Chapman compares the various methods for splitting swivel joints on steering overhauls.