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I just acquired a 57' Ford Dexta with 3 cyl. perkins diesel. It runs really good and strong.
[u:8ffc936417]Steering: [/u:8ffc936417] I recently adjusted the steering as it had a load of slop (1/2) wheel in it. I removed most of the shims on the side plate and greased the upper bearing. got it down to (1/8) wheel movement. New tie rods are on the way.
[u:8ffc936417]Hydraulics - 3 Point: [/u:8ffc936417] The 3 point appears to work well but I had some questions on it. This tractor has the flow control and Qualitrol system. The flow control works when I adjust it. The pull out valve for external hydraulics functions in and out. I dont have a hose on it so I can confirm oil flow. As for the 3 point, it lifts well but I found that the side control is real touchy to keep a device suspended in the air, unless you go all the way up or all the way down. I can set the 3 point to 'suspend' half way, but it starts to trickle down at time, but not consistently. When I turn off the Qualitrol the hydraulics fall down and I have to readjust the side control. Any adjustments that can be done?
I would like to put a hydraulic control valve for rear implements, will I lose the flow control or is there a unit that I can add on it for separate controls?
[u:8ffc936417]Diesel Engine - Injectors:[/u:8ffc936417] My injectors leak (sweat like leak) at the head - I know there is a seal there; a copper washer? I have been looking and cant find a source.
Are there any places where used parts can be found for the Dexta?
I just acquired a 57' Ford Dexta with 3 cyl. perkins diesel. It runs really good and strong.
[u:8ffc936417]Steering: [/u:8ffc936417] I recently adjusted the steering as it had a load of slop (1/2) wheel in it. I removed most of the shims on the side plate and greased the upper bearing. got it down to (1/8) wheel movement. New tie rods are on the way.
[u:8ffc936417]Hydraulics - 3 Point: [/u:8ffc936417] The 3 point appears to work well but I had some questions on it. This tractor has the flow control and Qualitrol system. The flow control works when I adjust it. The pull out valve for external hydraulics functions in and out. I dont have a hose on it so I can confirm oil flow. As for the 3 point, it lifts well but I found that the side control is real touchy to keep a device suspended in the air, unless you go all the way up or all the way down. I can set the 3 point to 'suspend' half way, but it starts to trickle down at time, but not consistently. When I turn off the Qualitrol the hydraulics fall down and I have to readjust the side control. Any adjustments that can be done?
I would like to put a hydraulic control valve for rear implements, will I lose the flow control or is there a unit that I can add on it for separate controls?
[u:8ffc936417]Diesel Engine - Injectors:[/u:8ffc936417] My injectors leak (sweat like leak) at the head - I know there is a seal there; a copper washer? I have been looking and cant find a source.
Are there any places where used parts can be found for the Dexta?