Funk Ford

[fletcherson]

Not exactly T bucket related, but old Ford and project related. I have been contemplating building a Funk Ford. Basically, it is a Ford 9n, 8n, or 2n tractor converted from a 4 cylinder to a flat head v8. Just wondering if anyone has any experience on such an endeavor. I own several tractors that I use, although this one would be fully functional, it will be basically a toy. Of course I will complete my bucket first... just brainstorming.

 

[choppedtop]

Guys on the Ford Barn have done some of those conversions. Might check there for good info. I have read some of the topics on the V8 tractors . Interesting.

 

[Spanky]

Check this one out . . .

 

[fletcherson]

Check this one out . . .

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That is majorly modified! Mine would be more traditional red/grey but with 8 cylinders. Must be getting old when hot rodding old tractors interest us?

 

[Oldnrusty]

Those are really neat machines. I have a Cad Flathead that I always wanted to put in one... Priorities damit!

 

[odie]

we have a couple factory fh v8 ford tractors around here. they don't use them no more but they sure like to show em. i have a couple pics i'll find and post.

 

[odie]

i haven't forgot you, still trying to get into my bucket. it's hell getting old as i forget all the good stuff. lol

 

[Spanky]

I can relate. I was upside down under the dashboard of my T yesterday. My ol' body don't bend like it used to!

 

[fletcherson]

Understood all too well. I bitch, moan, and complain constantly about my loss of mobility, flexibility, and the resulting pain... I still manage most tasks, just takes longer.

 

[Neshkoro]

I feel your pain, Fletch!

 

[choppinczech]

My biggest problem are these progressive lenses.

Unless you can tilt your head back like a PEZ dispenser you can't see anything up close.

 

[Island Girl]

My biggest problem are these progressive lenses.

Unless you can tilt your head back like a PEZ dispenser you can't see anything up close.

What are the odds that anyone much younger than us even has a clue what a PEZ dispenser is . . . .

 

[Tbuilder]

Apparently they are still available.

 

[Spanky]

 

[Neshkoro]

Is that your collection, Spanky?!?!?

 

[choppedtop]

I have been around for quite a few decades and know what PEZ is. But in all those years I have never purchased or even tasted them. Just never gave it a thought I guess. I always thought they may be like Sweet Tarts. Maybe I will tell the wife to pick up a pack for me and see what I missed.

 

[Spanky]

Well, fletch . . . I think we've hijacked this thread to Cuba and back! Any more thoughts on the "funk Ford" tractor?

 

[Neshkoro]

Some times you just have to say WTF, and hope you don’t upset Fletch too much. Sorry Fletch!

 

[choppedtop]

Okay, back on track. This one only ran 55mph. Bet it scattered dirt when plowing.

 

[Kevinrevin]

My biggest problem are these progressive lenses.

Unless you can tilt your head back like a PEZ dispenser you can't see anything up close.

Get a pair made 'upside down" with the high magnification at the top. They are great for working under the car, or in any overhead spot.