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Fordson Model N with fuel problems

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Phil Ploof

10-04-2001 12:13:35




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I have a Fordson Model N, 1944. I can get it running but I have to hold the choke part way on to keep it running. I also have to keep adjusting the amount of choke depending on the speed the engine is running. It acts like it was starving for fuel. I cleaned and tried adjusting the carburator several times. I have also replaced all of the carburator gaskets and checked the float. Also did a valve job. Any help appreciated. Thanks,
Phil

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ADAM

10-05-2001 18:58:28




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 Re: Fordson Model N with fuel problems in reply to Phil Ploof, 10-04-2001 12:13:35  
is your carb throttle shaft tight? do you have the a kerosene manifold installed ? check the brass heat plates for poor gaskets or pin holes in the plates.



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Phil Ploof

10-06-2001 04:36:40




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 Re: Re: Fordson Model N with fuel problems in reply to ADAM, 10-05-2001 18:58:28  
Thank you for the reply. The throttle shaft seems pretty tight. However, the kerosene manifold is in place as it was previously run on kerosene. I am trying to run it on gasoline. I have not taken the minifold apart as it seems to have become welded together over the years. Do the plates have to be changed to run on gasoline?

Thanks again,

Phil



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ADAM

10-08-2001 20:04:40




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 Re: Re: Re: Fordson Model N with fuel problems in reply to Phil Ploof, 10-06-2001 04:36:40  
You don't have to swap plates, but you should remove them to clean and inspect for holes to the exaust side of the manifold, that is where you could be loosing your fuel/air. those plates are made of brass or bronze, be careful with them. try to heat them up and then run cold water on it right away. the expansion and contraction will somtimes loosen stubborn parts



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Phil Ploof

10-05-2001 14:44:14




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 Re: Fordson Model N with fuel problems in reply to Phil Ploof, 10-04-2001 12:13:35  
I just wanted to add that I did a compression test and all four cylinders were 75 psi. I'm not sure what is required, but that seems low.

Thanks for any help.

Phil



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