In Reply to: Re: Our New Old Tractor posted by RonMary on September 06, 2014 at 01:01:49:
I do not have experience on the radius rod on these tractors. However the old Ford cars used a similar setup. On those we used a forked tool driven into the joint and then with a bucking block on one side we beat the other side of the steering arm. Do not beat on the threaded end unless you have a nut on there or you will likely be replacing the part.
FYI: The Ford Shop manual says to use "a suitable tool"!
That forked tool probably is available on loan or for rent from your local auto parts store. I can't remember what they are called at the moment!
I have a 860 tractor. The steering parts on it are supposed to be identical to the late 8n's also with the exception of a longer steering shaft.
I also suffered a broken tooth. Needing the tractor, I repaired it with brazing and the use of a Dremel grinder to reshape the "new" tooth. I do not find the dis-assembly or reassembly to be difficult once you have the pitman arms off. When re-assembling, you perform the adjustments before reconnecting the radius arms. Adjust the gear nearest to the steering shaft first.
Good Luck,
Jack
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