Just When I Thought It Couldn’t Get Any Worse! (Ford 8n Repair Gone Wrong)

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Жыл бұрын

In this video, I dive into the frustrating world of classic tractor repair as I attempt to fix a 1948 Ford 8N that has not been cranked in years, but I soon realize that it won't start after a tune-up and carburetor rebuild. Despite my best efforts, the engine just won't turn over, leaving me scratching my head and wondering what to do next.
But the troubles don't end there. As I continue to investigate the old tractor, I discover that the water pump has randomly started leaking, adding yet another layer of difficulty to the repair process. With each passing moment, the situation becomes more and more dire, and we are left wondering if we will ever be able to get this classic tractor back up and running.
Join me as I navigate through the challenges of repairing this beloved piece of machinery that my grandfather gifted me, and try to solve the mystery of why it just won't start. This is a cautionary tale of the unexpected hurdles that can arise during a seemingly simple repair job, and a testament to the resilience and determination of the dedicated farmer who refuse to give up until the job is done.
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@deannaharby5677 Жыл бұрын

You Got This Jason !!!!! Can Not get enough of Tucker riding on the Beep Beep !!!!!

@lavernecady9390 Жыл бұрын

Those chickens prancing around in circles made me burst out laughing 😃 after you said your final words... I'm gonna get it to running.

@sharonbiggs Жыл бұрын

Thanks!

@sandyozuna3442 Жыл бұрын

Nice looking tractor.

@donnahawkins3135 Жыл бұрын

Thank you and Hope you day is so blessed

@debbieobryan5607 Жыл бұрын

I love how you take the bull by the horns so to speak and really take your time at tackling issues very good Jason. Thankyou. I'm confident that you will get it going for sure.

@rachellopez3259 Жыл бұрын

I have faith you'll figure it out and get Granddaddy's tractor running like a champ! love y'all! ❤❤❤❤

@tracypiron4258 Жыл бұрын

Hey there's Tuck Tuck! 🐈‍⬛

@Noneyun Жыл бұрын

Learning by doing works best. Keep tinkering and reading/watching. You will be successful.

@Kathleensailorgirl Жыл бұрын

I admire that you are sticking with getting the tractor running ✅👍👍

@elizabethbetsyschneider1647 Жыл бұрын

😊😊😊 You’ve got this. “I love nostalgia too.” You put it into words.

@StefMiswatchinghervideos Жыл бұрын

Hey Jason, none of us are experts on anything until we've discovered 1000 ways that something DOESN'T work. But if you keep going, which I know you will, you'll discover the way that this tractor DOES work. You got this! Can't wait to see you driving it in your garden like the gentleman farmer you are. 😊

@pamelalove6988 Жыл бұрын

Please please be careful .

@bessiebrooks7353 Жыл бұрын

Jason you will get this tractor running soon you don’t give up easily. Keep reading up on u-Tube I know you will get it soon.

@denisewilson8367 Жыл бұрын

Well said. Jason isn't a quitter so he will try hid hardest and if he can't figure it out he will call a friend.

@jennysanfilippo2105 Жыл бұрын

Holly is so happy. Great job Jason.

@DoreenBurkey Жыл бұрын

Hey Jason, don't be so hard on yourself. You say you're not a mechanic, but you definitely know more about rebuilding a carburetor than I do. I call it a learn as you go type of project. I understand your frustration, but again, don't be too hard on yourself. You're gonna get this tractor running. I have faith in you! Hang in there!

@jeaniLovesAnimals Жыл бұрын

Jason your Daddy's Tractor 🚜 is a beauty! 1948 the manufacturers made things to last, easy to work on & the best thing of all No computer to have to deal with.. Good luck Jason you can do it! 💯♥️🙏🙏

@kimberblume3727 Жыл бұрын

I believe you Jason! Still kind of frustrating

@janebowman2007 Жыл бұрын

Best of luck Jason. The best part is the satisfaction of you knowing you have tried and not given up. You will get it going. Remember how old your Grand Daddy’s tractor Is. I feel a rebuild is coming down the road. Talk to Grand Daddy and see what the says.

@catherinebiggs8162 Жыл бұрын

That Holly is soooo happy being your dog!

@lavondadye8091 Жыл бұрын

My dad was a mechanic and farm equipment, mainly tractors were his specialty. He passed away at the age of 91 but he taught my brother and my oldest nephew all he knew. My brother died of cancer in 2020 but my nephew builds pulling tractors and could probably tell you what you need to do. I'll share this video.

@timhillan5487 Жыл бұрын

Have you put the spark plug leads on the right spark plugs because the timing could be all out

@sandrarobinson1494 Жыл бұрын

Ck 4 cracks in distributor cap

@paehae Жыл бұрын

Does this tractor have a fuel pump?

@susanoswalt1169 Жыл бұрын

Watch just a few acres u-tube videos he has been rebuilding all kinds of old tractors maybe you could reach out to him for help

@larisajeffrey2312 Жыл бұрын

Sweet intentions 💕👍

@cassandramarrelli3363 Жыл бұрын

Alright! Love yall!

@patriciawilhite7038 Жыл бұрын

I absolutely love this tractor! It was made the year I was born! LOL! Don’t tell anybody. The body of the tractor looks better then mine does! 😂Can’t wait to hear it running. I have confidence you will get it going very soon. 🚜

@Tony-zt3zy Жыл бұрын

I like watching your videos because you guys have a I don't give up attitude. I love watching your channel may God bless you your family and your beautiful Farm

@LLjean-qz7sb Жыл бұрын

Better you find out all these things now than when you are out in the field, way on the other side of the property! Plus, small parts that are usually replaced during regular maintenance (belts, plugs, seals, filters etc) should all be replaced now while you are taking things apart! There are not too many working parts on those old vehicles. Maybe call the kid working on your truck and pick his brains as what you can do from here on out, not to have him do it, but what you can do! You have a great learning project there! You will know that tractor inside and out by the time it is running! 🚜!Good luck and God Bless!

@brindlebailey Жыл бұрын

Jason, I have no doubt that you will get that tractor running. You have the best "can do" attitude! 👍

@marcycollinshtd4life Жыл бұрын

Blessings for Granddad

@lindaschumacher6282 Жыл бұрын

Love how Tucker likes to ride on the side by side😼😼. Good luck Jason. Love the old tractor. I had a old Farmall 450 and had to sell it after my husband passed away because the fan blade froze after not starting it for a few years.

@cheryl8913 Жыл бұрын

I am glad it was water that leaked out and not gas. Nice tractor to have on your farm. ❤❤

@Mylovngheart Жыл бұрын

I've got confidence in you Jason! Take a deep breath, a break and go back to it in a bit...you've got this!

@grammyc.7482 Жыл бұрын

Jason, maybe Pete from ‘Just A Few Acres Farm ‘ could give you some advice on this wonderful tractor. He rebuilds the tractors on his farm. Best wishes on your journey with Grandaddy’s tractor.❤

@dawnclayton8159 Жыл бұрын

Please give Mr. Pete from just a few acres he do know alot about old tractors

@darleneclark6098 Жыл бұрын

Before I read your comment, I said the same lol. Love watching Pete, he's a great teacher

@EmptyNestGarden Жыл бұрын

I was thinking the same thing. Pete would know exactly what to do.

@mijacita Жыл бұрын

Get in touch with Pete, like some are advising like I too mentioned before in a earlier video, he is an expertise on older tractors he works on his own, reach out to him JASON, Just A Few Acres Farms!!

@saraanderson6615 Жыл бұрын

I was thinking the same thing. Pete has so many old tractors.

@alysiachristensen5475 Жыл бұрын

Jason, I am 100% sure that you will get it worked out and then you will have learned how to fix it yourself if it happens again. I have confidence in you!!! Love the tractor!!! It’s beautiful!

@BrianBriCurInTheOC Жыл бұрын

There is a seal on the shaft of the water pump. Since it was sitting for a long time the rubber of the seal probably was harden and even could have stuck to the shaft and when you began trying to start the tractor, the turning shaft with some sort of corrosion material on the shaft damaged the rubber seal - remove and replace, get a new belt also if it is that old also! Try getting some Starting Fluid to spray into the Air Intake of the Air Cleaner - it will start if the Timing is correct and the gasoline is not flowing through the Carburetor. If the Carb is just empty of gas, the engine will turn fast enough to pump gas to the carb and hopefully start!

@ArtByKarenEHaley Жыл бұрын

That's good advice. When my husband and I bring home a project truck he likes to replace all the dried out gaskets and seals that are practical to replace. Well, I don't know if he enjoys it, but it's usually a good place to start. Hard to keep something running if it drips fluids and has vacuum leaks.

@StuckInPeg Жыл бұрын

Sounds good. Check for spark and if that's ok it's time to fire up the engine with fuel sprayed directly into the air intake. Seems to me, we used to spray WD-40 to get the engine going.

@jackdedert2945 6 ай бұрын

That would apply if it was a normal car with a fuel pump. In fact, I've used that strategy many times. The 8n, however uses a gravity-fed fuel system, so there's no pump to 'get going'. All that said, it's easy to check for flow by unscrewing the line at the carb and checking. This looks like an ignition problem, and I didn't see you installing the points you got...or even checking for spark.

@carolmurphy9931 Жыл бұрын

As long as you're having fun, that's all that matters. Enjoy every minute of it. You never know till you try.

@staceyarlene8888 Жыл бұрын

That sure is a beautiful tractor! It reminds me of my Papa's tractor that he had when I was growin' up. You'll get it going I'm sure of it. Your heart is in it and that makes us do things that we didn't think we could do.

@francesstratton695 Жыл бұрын

You say you don’t know what you’re doing but remember your from the great state of Alabama and we just have the gumption to take on any project and get it done right!! I have confidence that you will figure it out….👍👍🚜♥️♥️

@lindaklooster6875 Жыл бұрын

My great great uncle’s Ford tractor is in a museum in Kansas,can’t remember how old it is,it was running right up to my uncle’s death in his late eighties,it was his fathers before him,remember riding on it with my dad,memories savored to this day

@DonnaLightfoot Жыл бұрын

I have every faith you will someday be riding your grandaddy's tractor in your garden. 👍🏼 I can see it in my minds eye! Great video!! Much love from KS 💖 🚜

@sherylhuffman5267 Жыл бұрын

You’ll get it Jason. By the time you’re done it will have all new engine parts. Good luck!

@dotnorton6569 Жыл бұрын

Gosh I love that old tractor! If I could buy one I would, don't know what I would do with it but I just love them.

@janetwithers7427 Жыл бұрын

You will get that tractor running. Good video. 💞

@nadinelataille7462 Жыл бұрын

You got this Jason. I KNOW you won’t give up.

@amyhoots3168 Жыл бұрын

Good afternoon Cog Hill and all of the Cog Squad. We have faith in you Jason. You will figure it out. Y’all be good.

@ralphbosworth8875 Жыл бұрын

Never give up , you got that right Jason

@kathyramirez5512 Жыл бұрын

Jason, I have total confidence that you will figure this out and get this tractor running. Thanks for sharing and by the way, you have a great helper (not Holly). Brooke! I love the way y'all support each other. Blessings! 🙏🙏 PS don't get me wrong, Holly is a good helper too, but, she can't pull /push the tractor! 😊

@zebiboots Жыл бұрын

You got this. God bless

@cricketd2932 Жыл бұрын

You got this!

@ourbrownfarmhouse Жыл бұрын

You got this Jason! The best way to learn is by doing - I believe they call that wisdom. One day you will be able to do these things with ease but you have to start somewhere right? Imagine your first day or week in the garden back in the day VS where you are today.

@deborahmcsweeney3349 Жыл бұрын

We have a 1950 Ford Jubilee and it had the conversion to 12 volts done. We always had to jump start it. So frustrating! So we had it totally rewired by a professional and a few weeks after getting it back it wouldn't start again. My husband left it and went to work on a fence. I was looking out my kitchen window and the next thing I knew the lights on the tractor came on and it started to smoke! I ran out and screamed for my husband while my son went to turn it off! It was OFF! LOL I kid you not. We had to disconnect the battery to get it to stop. All the new wires gone after that. It's parked in the barn and now needs a new radiator too! Very little hours on it. Good luck with yours!! It's beautiful and very special since it came from your grandpa!!

@danielschuld3398 6 ай бұрын

This video really brightened my day. I recently picked up an 8n that was running alright until the snow started to fly. Now im also tearing it apart and fixin to do some learnin. Mines not as special as having my grandaddys ol 8n but does bring back many memories i charish of my father as i was growing up. He passed away in '17. Ive watched him move mountains with his old 8n and now im trying to re-live those memories with mine. They can be some tricky little machines but the reward will be worth it. Good luck with yours!

@jacobhendrickson8935 9 ай бұрын

Great old tractors, you will get er going.

@vanessadaugherty4294 Жыл бұрын

Jason, you’ll get it started!

@lyndat.3089 Жыл бұрын

Good morning y’all

@phyllislowry6265 Жыл бұрын

Jason, I am praying you get Granddadies tractor going. I know how much it means to you & probably all of the Cog Squad!!!!

@terrimoore5181 Жыл бұрын

Good morning

@johngermain7740 Жыл бұрын

Jason check to see if you are getting gas to the carburetor. Recheck your point gap. See if the rotor is connecting to the plug wires. Love the tractor as well as you guys.

@karenbarnes5517 Жыл бұрын

Yes Jason be careful

@emjustice1158 Жыл бұрын

Keep the faith. You got this. Lots of great fans who will help you along the way.

@barbaraharrold5361 Жыл бұрын

You already love this tractor and the history behind it:) Once you get her running you are going to love it even more:) tfs God Bless:)

@stephanieearl1864 Жыл бұрын

Hey! Great video, you can only do what you know how to do. Don’t beat yourself up, you’ll get it all figured out! 🚜

@bridgetbrady52 Жыл бұрын

Hope you get it figured out. I can't wait to see that Ole tractor and you working that garden! ❤️

@ah3ll0 Жыл бұрын

This is how you learn. Good job 👏

@sandybuchanan3479 Жыл бұрын

I love your attitude!!

@lorevineyard9157 Жыл бұрын

That tractor fits you like a glove Jason, the overalls complete the picture. You will get it running.

@lararabb8888 Жыл бұрын

Thankfully there are lots of people who can help you care for your old tractor. Betting there are alot of you tube videos to help you as well.

@broncriderbarb Жыл бұрын

Glad it’s all going good

@deannaoverstreet4146 Жыл бұрын

You got this Jason!

@leegregory3974 Жыл бұрын

Awe Jason don't get discouraged, stop regroup and come on back try try again. I have faith in you...fingers, eyes, legs crossed 😁

@ruthashcraft6679 Жыл бұрын

Gosh Jason that’s so beautiful and all you’ve done is clean it up right? What a beautiful memory from your Granddaddy❤

@carolmiland9665 Жыл бұрын

You will get it Jason..no doubts

@kimdawson7725 Жыл бұрын

Just say that I could listen to Jason's speaking voice and never get tired of hearing it.

@margaretglaser6227 Жыл бұрын

what a team you are so good

@retabates3799 Жыл бұрын

I know having mechanical problems is hard but just take one step at a time and one day at a time, God bless you and take care

@maryvanulzen3414 Жыл бұрын

Glad to see you are not giving up. I piddled with old sewing machines out of necessity and now I sort of know a bit about them. Old machines were built to last and be worked on by the user. You will eventually figure it out. I just know it .

@loiscrowe4946 Жыл бұрын

You will get it I have faith in you and the tractor.

@kathymorkassel3236 Жыл бұрын

You 2 really work well together I am impressed.

@trudiharmon7640 Жыл бұрын

Hi Jason. You will figure it out with or without help cause that’s you never giving up. Keep going you’ll be riding it around soon. Take care and God Bless. 💕🙏🚜

@jennyclark2950 Жыл бұрын

Tucker is watching to make sure you are doing it right !!!!!

@theremainingremnant2639 Жыл бұрын

when you don't feel confident walk outside your place and turn around in a circle looking around !! You have achieved so much.

@rebeccarankin2691 Жыл бұрын

Amen to that!

@susanschultz8142 Жыл бұрын

Love your determination! I have no doubt you'll figure this out. It may take some time but it will be well worth the effort. Once you have it done you'll need to bring your Granddaddy to the farm or at least make a video for him to see it running. He will be so happy and proud of your dedication to getting it operational.

@williamleopold507 Жыл бұрын

Don't give up on the brink of a miracle !

@tommeacham9234 Жыл бұрын

Good morning Cog Hill and Cog Squad!!! It’s another great day!!!

@alaskatundrakid Жыл бұрын

Keep fixing and trying cause it would be wonderful for it to run again.

@Snowflakebabytoo9 Жыл бұрын

Jason, we have faith in you. You will get it running soon 🙏🏼❤

@patriciasmith6894 Жыл бұрын

That's right never give up, you try and try you will get it😁😁😁😁

@debbycolflesh7892 Жыл бұрын

You have this. You’ll get her running.

@victoriabrownfrank4328 Жыл бұрын

My uncle when he came home from Europe after the war brought a Ford tractor for his dad. I can remember playing on it as a kid. My farther gave me his Ford tractor. My husband pulled the gas tank and cleaned it out. There was a lot of old trash in the tank. If you can find a manual for it or one that's close would help. Just take your time have your grandaddy come over and talk you through it . Grands have alot of knowledge.

@scox4947 Жыл бұрын

Jason, you tested and found that your getting fire from the coil to the distributor, but it sounds like you’re not getting fire from the distributor to the spark plugs. Check the gap on the points in the distributor. If the gap is too much or too little it can cause a no start situation. Or you’re possibly still having a fuel issue. Make sure carburetor is actually squirting fuel. It is gravity fed, so there is no fuel pump. As far as the water pump, you’re correct in saying it has a weep hole and when water comes out of there it usually means the water pump needs to be replaced or rebuilt. I would replace it. Those flathead ford four cylinder engines are tough old engines! I’m in no way an expert either, but I hope this helps to get it running! Steve Cox Evansville IN

@forrestphillips2930 9 ай бұрын

Carburetors don't "squirt" fuel ! especially not updraft carbs !

@asilva4138 Жыл бұрын

I feel your excitement on the tractor, ✨️I haven't worked on tractors, but I did work with a 1930s chevy work truck. It's so exciting to see which tweek does the trick. It's always unexpected and one thing after another, but then one day, all the stars line up and wow! It's a great feeling to take that first run around the yard. I wasn't a young lady doing this, but younger than now! LoL hang in there you'll get it! And she will purrrrr for ya👌👍✨️

@charsnyderswimschool8009 Жыл бұрын

Keep On…keeping on. It will work out! Have patience! You will do it!

@elaineprete3522 Жыл бұрын

Tuck is the cutest riding buddy lol

@9liveslisa Жыл бұрын

When you were going down towards the dogs I was saying "Dogs move!". And I'm glad neither of you got smashed.

@rebeccasimmons3536 Жыл бұрын

I sure hope you can-never never give up🙏

@chriselliott2364 Жыл бұрын

Good morning you need to change your points and condenser in the distributor and make sure you set the gap and then I bet she'll crank up! I have a 1952 8n that was my grandfather's and it needed a good tun up after setting for several years!

@LiLJESS. Жыл бұрын

I watch you bc your real and you show good and the bad which everyone has 😊 just don’t give up you will get it ❤

@jamesharless5357 Жыл бұрын

Yes, you will! Great video!👍🏻

@lorishealinghomestead5047 Жыл бұрын

Good Morning Cog Squad!!! So nice to see you working on your granddaddy’s tractor. Not sure if he can but could you talk to your granddaddy and pick his brain? My grandmother turns 95 Wednesday such a blessing to still have them around. 🥰

@jacquelineharper-simmons12 Жыл бұрын

Hi. Happy birthday to your grandmother.

@DonnaLightfoot Жыл бұрын

Happy Birthday to your Grandma 🌹

@stephaniewilson3955 Жыл бұрын

That would be a good idea as it would give your Granddaddy something else to think about (than his wrecked house) and feel useful about.

@pamelahousley7543 Жыл бұрын

Jason You amaze me - so love following y’all. You’ll get it, I’m sure.

@alisonengel153 Жыл бұрын

It takes a lot of time and patience Jason to do something like this when you are a newbie, but that is the great thing about it. The enormous pride you will feel when it is up and running will make it all worthwhile and you will have some much more knowledge at the end of it. Nothing worthwhile ever comes easy. I am 59 and I am still learning everyday. I have a new project too. Cant find a sofa bed that I like as they are made so badly now. Wanted a 70's one, but they are hard to come by. So, I am designing and making my own. Never done it before, but I am going to have a good go, like you. Let's hope we both get there in the end lol. xx

@kellymiller9771 Жыл бұрын

You'll get it, to that I have no doubt. ❤🙏

@Pearcebees7643 Жыл бұрын

My grandparents had 2 8n tractor one that looks like yous and one that had a home made frontend louder on it I loved both of them I used both of them to do a lot of work good luck with your 8n

@Kim-li1nv Жыл бұрын

It's a beautiful tractor Jason, I love the older stuff too Jason... it may take some time, but I'm sure you will be able to figure it out, Good luck on it....