Super major with standard Major engine?

Rear end is definitely super, But engine has a serial number on block that appears cut with a chisel!

and no "ABC or D's present.

The # is;
1590737.

Lower on block is a cast number;
EIADDN-6050-G

and cast into block low centre;
EIADDN6015-a T3
I know these last letters etc. are probably a waste of time, but I wanted to find out what block I had, in case I need the info when I get injectors serviced.

If anyone can enlighten me on what I have, that would be great!

Thank you,

Richard.

Thank you so much!
Saw your reply after I'd sent codes to T'n'T

Best wishes,

R.

HECTOR

The only thing I don't understand is why the posts seem to appear in random order.
Normally one sees the posts in order they are sent, but these seem mixed up.....

Hector G,
Thank you for the kind offer of parts!
I'll e-mail you if I need anything.
I know some push-rods are bent, but should straighten OK.

Maxpower,
Thank you for your help again. It's great having guys share their knowlege! Been looking in archives, Tons of info in there too!

Tiresntracks,
Yes, the chisseled in S/N was on block below #1 injector.
I checked on opposite side above generator, and casting code is; B8F

I will look at other places you mentioned, and check the codes today.
Thank you for this information!
Also, thanks for help with the serial numbers of the very first supers.

May I ask why the FM is your favourite tractor?

Also, do you know of a source for a radiator cowl? (This one's nearly past fixing, had front chopped off with cutting torch...)

Thanks again for all the help.
The injectors should be ready to pick up today or tommorow at latest, then we can see if we have any improvements!

All the best,
R.

Richard,
We had a ranch when I was growing up and one of the tractors we had was a ‘55 Major. When I was young, I liked the sound of the engine and I liked to watch the exhaust turn dark when it was pulling hard. When I got a little older I found out that it was the easiest starting tractor that we had. If you pushed the excess fuel button and had a decent battery, it would start right up, no matter how cold it was. It also burned the least fuel of any of our tractors. We never had to work on it, just did normal maintenance. We overhauled the engine once, but that was just because we wore it out. I’ve liked Majors ever since. We don’t have a ranch anymore, but I do have a few Majors.

I have a radiator cowl that has a dent in it, that I would part with, but with the cost of shipping, you would probably be better off to find one closer to you.

Its hard to get bent pushrods perfectly straight again, but I have straightened them before and they worked OK. If you find a set of good ones while you’re looking for other parts for your Major, it wouldn’t hurt to buy them. I hope the old girl runs great when you get the injectors back in it.

P.S. Is this what the serial numbers look like on yours, or are they rougher?

Yes, I think the serial# looks like that, with real wonkey 'O's and all..
I'll take another look to be sure.

We had a '54 Fordson Major when I was little. Dad bought it in '59.
Selectoer was worn between 4th & reverse as it'd worked in a quarry and only used these gears.

We replaced pistons and sleeves once , and rings twice and it was still going strong when we came to Canada in '84.
I too always like the sound of the engine and the easy starting.
Thanks for cowl offer, I'll see what turns up around here, and let you know.

Thanks again and all the best!

Richard.

Heres the casting codes;

Block; B 8 F,

Axles; B 15 F

Clutch housing, B 14 F
(Above left of Trans. filler)
So it looks like all the parts marry up.

So is this 8th to 15th Feb, 1961?

Thanks again for your help It's amazing how much info there is here!

Found another casting code on lid under the seat, it is another B 8 F, so all appears original.
Injectors not turned up yet, but I've drained the oil from the injector pump...it was nearly full!(Vacuum operated governer type)

I have a lead on some parts, will see what turns up!

Best wishes,
R.

I gather this will be the 220 engine then.

Can you tell me what horsepower the mk 111 developed?

Cheers max,

R.

the first Power Major s/n 1481091
the first Super Major s/n 08A 300001M