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 TEF20 Serial Numbers
Identify your TEF20 serial number.
Ferguson TEA20 Serial Numbers
What's your Ferguson TEA20 Serial Number?
Torqueing Nuts & Bolts
Torque is used to create tension - in this article contributor Andrew looks at the importance of torque and the typical settings for IH 434 tractors.
Ferguson TED20 - Fitting the Camshaft Video Tutorial
Gordon's TED20 restoration continues - in this video Gordon & Oscar install the camshaft - a critical component in your tractors engine.
Removing Studs On Your Tractor - Video Tutorial
Gordon takes us through the process of removing studs in frustrating circumstances - with older tractors you often come up against issues that have developed over a period of time and put a temporary halt on your restoration.
Ferguson TED20 - Oil Filter & Timing Cover - Video Tutorial
The latest installment from Gordon and Oscar covers a few outstanding jobs: reassembling the oil filter head and replacing the oil seal on the timing cover on their Ferguson TED20.
Ferguson TED20 - Rebuilding the Oil Pump - Video Tutorial
The latest installment from Gordon and Oscar of the restoration of their Ferguson TED20. This video focusses on the oil pump which circulates engine oil to the rotating bearings, the sliding pistons and the camshaft of the engine. This circulation under pressure lubricates the bearings and aids the cooling of the engine.
Ferguson TED20 - Installing The Pistons - Video Tutorial
Progress is being made! - In their latest video Gordon & Oscar install the pistons - the beating heart of an engine. Combined with piston rings they perform the crucial task of creating an airtight seal between the combustion chamber and the crankcase. The pressure allows the piston to move up and down within the hollow cylinder of the engine block.
Ferguson TED20 - Small End Bearings - Video Tutorial
Gordon & Oscar fit the bushes (or bearings) to reduce friction between the the piston and connecting rod of their Ferguson TED20.
Ferguson TED20 - Fitting the Crankshaft - Video Tutorial
Gordon and Oscar fit the crankshaft - fundamental in converting the up and down motion of the pistons to a rotational movement of the engines output shaft.