[AT] Ford 8 N

[Mike Sloane]

Hydraulic Lifters? The 8N has a flat head engine that was first used in 
the 1939 9N. Hydraulic lifters weren't even dreamed of back then. :-) It 
is pretty common for the lifters so wear out and not all that hard to 
replace, once you remove the hood, manifold, head, etc. You need to buy 
a pair of inexpensive special adjusting wrenches. And you might think 
about replacing all of them if you go to all that trouble (and check the 
valves out too). Just hope that you don't have to drop the oil pan, as 
that required removing the front axle. Also, think about joining the 
ATIS Ford-Ferguson list - there is at least on guy who can get Ford 
parts for you at a pretty good discount.

Mike

Richard Fink Sr wrote:
> I have a gentlemen that wants to sell me a Ford 8N. he says it is a 48 
> and needs a valve lifter. did they have lifters in them. hyd or solid. 
> Thanks
> R Fink
> PA

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