[Farmall] H Acquired, Now the interesting part

[Guy Fay]

If it is truly a 1946, the engine serial number should match the chassis
serial number if it has the original block. You can also date the tractor
with the foundry date codes on the tractor.

-----Original Message-----
From: farmall-bounces at lists.antique-tractor.com
[mailto:farmall-bounces at lists.antique-tractor.com] On Behalf Of Cliff
Preston
Sent: Monday, October 20, 2008 8:13 PM
To: farmall at lists.antique-tractor.com
Subject: [Farmall] H Acquired, Now the interesting part

Hello all,  I've been a subscriber on this list for years, but to now have
not written.  I just acquired a 1946 (according to seller, serial number is
missing).  It's on 12v coil ignition.  Runs pretty well, but is not terribly
close to original at this point.  I am not planning to restore this, but
plan to use it as a working tractor.  That said, I do want to get it back to
original equipment as time and finances permit.

A couple of things out of the gate.

1)  There is a leak on the right side of the main frame/differential
housing.  Not too bad, but would like to resolve.  How involved is pulling
the axle and housing?   Where can one find suitable gaskets?  If nothing
else I will replace the fluid as it has water contamination.  I can always
save the major work for later.

2)  There is a pair of brake bands on Ebay right now for $107.00.  Is that
reasonable?  I need to replace the brake on the left side since it is
marginal at best.

Thanks for any feedback/input.

As a footnote, I have been trying to track down an H for years, but few show
up in North Florida.  I still hope to seek another one to restore or that is
restored as soon as my tractor fund recovers from this round.

Cliff


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