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I&T Shop Service

Ford Shop Manual

Series 2N 8N 9N

Manual NO. FO-4

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I&T Shop Service1
PREFACE3
INDEX7
CONDENSED SERVICE DATA11
14
FRONT AXLE15
STEERING SYSTEM17
- ADJUSTMENT & OVERHAUL17
- TOE-IN ADJUSTMENT24
  - 15. Toe-in is adjusted by varying the length of the drag links. Models 2N – 9N drag link is adjusted by disconnecting link front end, loosening lock clamp and screwing link end in or out as required. Model 8N drag links are provided with turn-buckle type adjustment and do not require disconnection. The wheels may be aligned approximately by adjusting drag links until spindle arms are centered over the radius rod to axle member bolts or the reference marks. Correct toe-in is 0 to 1/4 inch.24
ENGINE AND COMPONENTS27
GOVERNOR43
ELECTRICAL AND IGNITION SYSTEM49
CLUTCH57
- ADJUSTMENT57
  - 63. Free travel of models 2N-9N clutch pedal should be 3/16 inch and for model 8N 3/4 inch. To adjust pedal clearance on models 2N-9N, remove clutch rod clevis pin as shown in Fig. FO48 and screw clevis pin in or out as required and reconnect. Early model 8N tractors have an adjustment screw which is part of clutch pedal as shown in Fig. FO49. Later 8N tractors have a rod linkage system with a clevis adjustment.57
- REMOVE AND REINSTALL57
TRANSMISSION61
- REMOVAL61
  - 70. Drain transmission and remove power take-off shaft. Split front section of tractor as outlined in paragraphs 64 or 65.61
- OVERHAUL61
DIFFERENTIAL, BEVEL GEARS & REAR AXLE73
BRAKE SYSTEM79
- ADJUSTMENT79
  - 91. To adjust brake shoes, jack up rear wheels and turn adjusting stem shown in Fig. FO72 clockwise, until wheel no longer can be turned by hand and then back off adjusting stem until rear wheel again turns freely. Adjust both brakes equally.79
  - 92. Jack up rear wheels, remove adjusting screw cover and turn notched adjuster screw counter-clockwise, until wheel no longer can be turned by hand. See Fig. FO73. Then back off adjuster until only a slight drag is felt. Adjust left brake clevis to equalize brake pedals.79
- R&R SHOES79
  - 93. Jack up rear end of tractor and remove rear wheels. Remove bearing retainer stud nuts and pull brake assembly and axle shaft out of axle housing. Lift brake backing plate off bearing retainer studs and remove brake shoe retracting springs and shoes. Reinstall brakes and adjust as described in paragraph 91. Refer to Fig. FO69.79
  - 94. Jack up rear end of tractor and remove rear wheels. Remove four brake drum screws and pull drum off shaft (Fig. FO71). Remove brake shoe retracting springs and shoes. Reinstall brakes, noting that two brake shoe retracting springs are used on left brake and only one on right brake.79
POWER TAKE-OFF UNIT81
- EXTERNAL SHAFT81
  - 95. To remove and overhaul PTO shaft, first remove four cap screws holding shaft bearing retainer to center axle housing and pull shaft and retainer assembly out of housing. Disassemble by removing bearing lock rings or screw collars and renew worn or damaged parts. Shrunk on bearing retainer sleeve must be broken to permit bearing renewal. New sleeve must be heated to facilitate installation and insure a tight shrink fit. Refer to Figs. FO74 and FO76.81
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SHIFTER UNIT83
- 96. To remove the shifter and shaft front bearing unit from the tractor, detach the center housing from the rear of the transmission housing as outlined in paragraph 70A or remove the hydraulic lift cover assembly from the center housing. Remove the cap screws retaining the unit to the rear wall of the transmission housing Fig. FO56. Procedure for overhaul is self-evident after examining the unit or the components as shown in Fig. FO75.83
BELT PULLEY UNIT85
- R&R & OVERHAUL85
  - 97. Removal of unit requires removal of four cap screws which hold unit to rear axle center housing. To reinstall, engage splines on PTO shaft and belt pulley unit and install four cap screws after locating unit in desired operating position.85
HYDRAULIC LIFT SYSTEM87

Brand	Ford
Model	2n series
Category	Lawn Mower
Language	English

Ford 2n series User Manual

Table of Contents

Ford 2n series Specifications

Summary

Condensed Service Data

General Tractor Specifications

Tune-Up Specifications

Steering System

Steering System Adjustment and Overhaul (2N-9N)

Engine and Components

Engine and Clutch Removal/Reinstallation

Cylinder Head Removal and Reinstallation

Camshaft Removal and Reinstallation

Crankshaft and Bearings

Oil Pump Service

Carburetor Service

Carburetor Adjustment and Types

Governor System

Governor Adjustment and Speed Settings

Governor Overhaul Procedures

Cooling System

Water Pump Removal and Overhaul

Electrical and Ignition System

Generator and Regulator Specifications

Battery Ignition System (2N, 9N, Early 8N)

Distributor Overhaul and Timing

Clutch System

Clutch Pedal Adjustment

Clutch Removal and Reinstallation (2N-9N)

Clutch Removal and Reinstallation (8N)

Transmission System

Transmission Removal Procedures

Transmission Overhaul (3-Speed Models)

Main Drive Gear (Clutch Shaft) Service

Countershaft Service

Differential, Bevel Gears & Rear Axle

Differential Removal and Overhaul

Main Drive Bevel Gear Service

Axle Bearing Adjustment and Renewal

Brake System

Brake Shoe Adjustment

Brake Shoe Removal and Reinstallation

Power Take-Off Unit

Power Take-Off Shaft Service

Hydraulic Lift System

Hydraulic System Adjustments (Models 2N-9N)

Hydraulic System Adjustments (Model 8N)

Lift Cover Assembly Service (Models 2N-9N)

Lift Cover Assembly Disassembly and Overhaul

Troubleshooting Hydraulic Lift Issues

Pump Removal, Test, and Overhaul

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