Tractor Tech Articles
Tech Articles
Need some guidance on servicing or repairing your modern, antique or vintage tractor? Read through our technical articles from contributors, in house staff and engineering experts.
Ferguson TED20 - Generator Test & Dismantle - Video Tutorial
The dynamo takes mechanical power and converts it to electrical. In this latest video, Gordon dismantles the generator/dynamo and carries out some tests as part of his TED20 restorations project.
Ferguson TED20 - Finishing the Steering - Video Tutorial
Gordon reaches another milestone - in this video he mounts the steering box onto the tractor. Gordon offers a step by step approach with guidance along the way.
Ferguson TED20 - Installing the Distributor - Video Tutorial
Things don't always go according to plan! In the latest video in Gordon's restoration series attempts to install the distributor on his TED20.
Ferguson TED20 - Setting the Tappets - Video Tutorial
In this video Gorden shows us how to set the tappets for his TED20 - the component which converts the rotating motion of the camshaft into linear motion of the valves in a combustion engine.
Ferguson TED20 - Setting up the Clutch Pedal - Video Tutorial
The latest in his series of videos of a TED20 restoration, here Gordon guides us through the set up for the clutch pedal. The clutch provides transfer of torque between shafts spinning at different speeds. Engaging the clutch allows power to transfer from the engine to the transmission and drive wheels.
Ferguson TED20 - Refurbishing the Steering Arms - Video Tutorial
The steering arm transmits the turning force from the steering gear to the drag link, the tie rod end is the connection between the axial joint and the wheels and is one of the major pivots in the steering system. Here Gordon guides us through refurbishing the steering arms on his TED20, starting with replacing the tie rod ends.
Ferguson TED20 - Dismantling the Gear Lever - Video Tutorial
The gear lever (or gear stick) is used in manual transmission to change gear. In the latest video in the TED20 series, Gordon demonstrates how to dismantle the gear lever assembly.
Ferguson TED20 - Removing The Steering Box - Video Tutorial
The steering box contains the gears that transmit the driver's steering movements to the steering linkage that turns the wheels. In this video Gordon investigates steering issues on his TED20 - part 1 follows the step-by-step removal of the steering box.
Ferguson TED20 - Assembling The Front Axle - Part 2 - Video Tutorial
Part 2 in the assembly of the front axle. Gordon continues the work started in Part 1 on his TED20.
Ferguson TED20 - Assembling The Front Axle - Part 1 - Video Tutorial
Contributor Gordon begins assembling the front axle in his video restoration series of a TED20