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Bob

12-03-2002 17:35:42

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This next summer I hope to take my farmall h to a few local tractor shows. I was wondering if a 1/2 ton chevy pickup with a 305 V8 automatic tranny, with a dual axle 16x8 trailer would do the job? I probably would never go more than 50 miles at a time and not on any freeways. Any opinions would be appreciated. Thanks Bob

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Casered

12-04-2002 21:10:52

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Re: Hauling a Farmall H? in reply to Bob, 12-03-2002 17:35:42

I just had to comment on what I saw this year at a tractor pull. A guy pulled in with a newer F-150 4x4. Behind the truck was a double axle fifth wheel trailer with a farmall M and a 706 gas on it. I couldn't believe what I was seeing. The truck was riding LOW too. I think if D.O.T. would have seen that they would have had a canary. I don't think you will have trouble if you take it easy and be safe as others suggested. My parents used to pull a double axle trailer with probably about 4 ton of logs on it about forty miles from where we logged to their house. They used a 78 chevy K-10 with a 350 4 barrel carb and automatic transmision in it. It was a hand full for the truck you just had to take your time to get where you were going. Just don't overload like the guy I mentioned above. Have a good one and above all be safe.

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Bob

12-04-2002 15:03:29

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Re: Hauling a Farmall H? in reply to Bob, 12-03-2002 17:35:42

Thanks for all the info!! I know this is kind of OT but does anyone know how I would be able to check what gear ratio my truck has without jacking it up and spinning the tire and watching the drive shaft? Thanks Bob

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Ohiompuller

12-04-2002 11:31:25

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Re: Hauling a Farmall H? in reply to Bob, 12-03-2002 17:35:42

I pull a Farmall M on 20 foot goose neck behind my 99 Z71 w/ a 327 V-8. I pull my M all over the state and as long as you got good trailer brakes and plenty of time to get there you should have no problems. We do ALOT of antique pulling so we usually are traveling every weekend.

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12-04-2002 07:50:18

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Re: Hauling a Farmall H? in reply to Bob, 12-03-2002 17:35:42

Its a Chevrolet isnt it!

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redrev

12-04-2002 06:56:41

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Re: Hauling a Farmall H? in reply to Bob, 12-03-2002 17:35:42

It will work just fine. I hauled a big Rumely to State College, PA with a 3/4T Chevy 6 cyl with 4 speed. I'll have to admit though that it was a bit of a chore. Sure glad I didn't get stopped dead on any real mountain roads. I never got out of 3rd gear either.

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jal-SD

12-04-2002 06:07:41

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Re: Hauling a Farmall H? in reply to Bob, 12-03-2002 17:35:42

I have pulled my H Farmall & SC Case lots of miles behind an '81 Chev 1/2T 4X4 w/305 & 4 speed-2.73 gears. Underpowered? Yes. Can you do it? Yes, but plan on taking your time & be prepared to shift a lot. Tandem axel trailer has brakes-a must when hauling w/light truck. I have also pulled the same tractors w/'94 F-150 4X4 w/5L & auto-has trans cooler. Same trailer. Four speed is MUCH better. Pulled Super C w/loader (about same weight as an H) 350+ miles last weekend, against a wind that varied from 25 to 45 MPH. Pulled the guts out of Henry the Ford, but he did the job. Just plan on taking your time & allow lots of stopping distance between your vehicle & the next one. You'll have enough GO (no jackrabbit starts), but will be short on WHOA, even w/trailer brakes. Make sure you have a GOOD hitch (don't hang the trailer on the factory bumper) & balance your load. You want only enough weight on the front to keep the trailer from getting "snakey". Keep most of the weight on the trailer axes. Just an inch or two back or forward makes a LOT of difference. (My $0.02 worth. jal-SD)

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John (SC)

12-04-2002 02:22:38

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Re: Hauling a Farmall H? in reply to Bob, 12-03-2002 17:35:42

You can pull it,just take your time and be careful.I would suggest you have brakes on the trailer and a weight distributing hitch.Keep it out of overdrive,and take your time.Like one guiy said I too prefer the hi-way as much as possible,seems to me to be easier on my truck,98 Z71 with some hauling added goodies,pulling my M.Just dont get in too big of a hurry!

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1206SWMO

12-03-2002 23:10:20

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Re: Hauling a Farmall H? in reply to Bob, 12-03-2002 17:35:42

I've hauled several 5-6,000 lb tractors on a tandem axle car trailer pulled by a 68 Chev C-10 with 327 and automatic.Just took my time and had no problems.

Right now I have a 67 Ford Ranger F-100 352 V-8,C-6 auto with tranny cooler that someone converted to a F-250.I will soon be going 200 miles one way with it to haul home a 460 Farmall I just bought.Will go the back roads and take my time.

You should be OK.

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Farmer Joe

12-03-2002 21:22:16

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Re: Hauling a Farmall H? in reply to Bob, 12-03-2002 17:35:42

You should be fine hauling the H with a 1/2 ton. I regularly haul my H with my 01 F-150 regular cab, short bed, 4x4, with the 5.4 engine and auto tranny, 3.55 gears. Gross weight for the trailer and tractor is around 6500 lbs. Owners manual says I can tow 7400 lbs. I used to tow the same combination with my '99 F-150 that had the smaller 4.6 V-8 in it and that didn't have much of a problem, except for the hills! I guess all in all, make sure your 305 is running in top condition and make sure you have that tranny cooler on there and you should be just fine.

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Paul Shuler

12-03-2002 20:45:45

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Re: Hauling a Farmall H? in reply to Bob, 12-03-2002 17:35:42

Bob, I have hauled my Super C, which is a little lighter than your H many miles with an 86 chevy 1/2 with a 305. I have had no problems. I do have a large trany cooler I bought from JC Whitneys for about $30. And trailor brakes that I put on for around $100. And a good draw tight hitch. And I never use overdrive even on flat ground.Make sure you have your tracor loaded to put some wieght on the tounge and by all means be very careful. In MO if someone see's you pulling a trailor they just have to pull out in front of you. You wont win any races but it will get you there. Just my 2 cents. I forgot to say my truck is a 4x4 and it has good heavy duty tires on it. A must.

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George Willer

12-03-2002 20:40:55

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Re: Hauling a Farmall H? in reply to Bob, 12-03-2002 17:35:42

Bob,

I've hauled H's and similar loads in 8 different states behind my 318 Dodge 1500 automatic with no problem. I just don't plan to maintain the speed limit on grades. I've hauled the 300-U with loaded tires and a FEL with the same rig about 700 miles...much heavier than an H. I usually haul Cubs two at a time, and with implememts they must be close to the weight of an H. I do lock the tranny out of overdrive in hilly country to avoid extra down-shifting.

Others may not agree, but I think the freeways are easier on the truck and trailer. Buy a heavier truck only if you want one for other reasons, but if you're a good driver, your 1/2 T Chevy can handle the H with a good trailer.

George Willer

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Bob

12-03-2002 19:55:55

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Re: Hauling a Farmall H? in reply to Bob, 12-03-2002 17:35:42

My truck is wired for trailer brakes, and it does have the tranny cooler that was a option from the factory. I am not sure if this is the same cooler everyone is talking about, When I bought the truck I was told that the tranny cooler was to help when snow plowing. Thanks Bob

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Mike ISW

12-03-2002 19:29:10

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Re: Hauling a Farmall H? in reply to Bob, 12-03-2002 17:35:42

Bob, I have a similar situation. I recently restored an H and no way to pull to shows etc. I have a 1/2 ton Chevy and no trailer. I've seen H's pulled with a 1/2 ton. I'm in process of getting a 2500 or 3500 truck. These trucks have larger braking capacity,heavier suspension and with appropriate coolers and axle ratios are built to haul/tow. Your trailer must have brakes on all 4 wheels. Your 1500 will be right at it's limit if not over and MUST have an external trans cooler. Above all BE SAFE!

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Larry in CO

12-03-2002 18:34:25

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Re: Hauling a Farmall H? in reply to Bob, 12-03-2002 17:35:42

Bob, I would suggest that you investigate getting a 3/4 ton PU to do your hauling. I have a 3/4 ton Chevy with a 454 engine and the 4.10 rear end and pull a 10,000 GVW trailer hauling my H with wheel weights and unloaded tires. That may be a little overkill but after hauling the H for over 1400 miles, I wouldn't use anything else. Also, for safety's sake please have trailer brakes, preferably on both axles. I use 3/8ths inch grade 70 chain and ratchet-type chain tighteners to tie the tractor down with also. Better safe than sorry. Larry

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GET 3/4 TON TRUCK SORRY

12-03-2002 18:14:33

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Re: Hauling a Farmall H? in reply to Bob, 12-03-2002 17:35:42

THAT 1/2 ton is not going to last long. you will burn up that tranny or put cooler on it and take it easy. 1-what kind of gear ratios ? i have 4:10
2-motor size 305 that aint like my 460
3-trailer alone will give your truck a work out empty, let alone put a big old H on there.
4-there is diffence in 1/2 and 3/4 trucks
5-now how about brakes?
6-i,am sorry been running mouth off
7-PLEASE TOW SAFELY AND HAVE FUN AT THE SHOWS WITH YOUR H BOB

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CNKS

12-03-2002 18:13:25

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Re: Hauling a Farmall H? in reply to Bob, 12-03-2002 17:35:42

Having done this a couple of times with a 1/2 ton GMC and 350 cid, I can say that, at best, it is borderline. Main problem is the transmission, if its an automatic, get an external cooler mounted in front of the radiator, and keep an eye on the fluid -- it's very easy to burn it. Also depends on your rear axle ratio and the terrian. In August of this year I pulled a Super H 300 miles on a 12000 gvw trailer (actual weight 3000 # plus a little over 4000# for the tractor. Had to have the transmission fluid changed enroute, and still had to add some before I got home. Trans got VERY hot, but is still ok so far. I was over GVW by at least 500# for flat terrian, unfortunately it wasn't always flat, thus the problems.

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53h

12-03-2002 17:59:33

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Re: Hauling a Farmall H? in reply to Bob, 12-03-2002 17:35:42

If you take the weights off and the tires aren't loaded it will probably be around 4000# for the tractor if the trailer weighs less than 2000# you should be ok. I have a new GMC 1500 short bed with a 4.8L V8 auto and 3.73 rear. I have pulled my H twice with it. It's just at the limit of what the owners manual says is the limit with 1000# of extra balast weights. Trailer brakes are a must and make sure you have plenty of tongue weight.

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Rich

12-04-2002 05:16:04

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Re: Re: Hauling a Farmall H? in reply to 53h, 12-03-2002 17:59:33

I have a 7x18 dove tail trailer and a 92 chev.1/2t,350v8 auto. and have hauled my S.H. Would be better to have a 3/4 ton though.

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