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1925 Fordson crank start

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Chris

02-12-2002 17:56:23




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Need to know how to crank a 1925 Fordson to make it start. It is fully restored to factory specs, but my grandpa never showed me how to start it.




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02-13-2002 19:32:28




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 Re: 1925 Fordson crank start in reply to Chris, 02-12-2002 17:56:23  
STOP! The most important safety tip you will ever receive is how to safely start your Fordson.
You indicated that your Fordson has been restored to factory specs. I will then assume that you have coils and a timer Vs a mag, maybe have a kill switch, and that you intend to run on gas only.
1. make sure your transmission is in neutral.
2. open the fuel petcock.
3. RETARD the spark to the max allowed by pushing the timing lever down (clockwise)This step is critical if you wish to keep your arm, wrist and thumb in good working order)
4. Choke the carb.
5. If you have a kill switch, place in the OFF position.
6. Position your right hand around the crank with your thumb tucked along side your first finger as if you were rendering a hand salute. DO NOT WRAP YOUR THUMB AROUND THE CRANK HANDLE.
As a matter of preference, I like to crank the engine a couple of times with the switch OFF to help prime the engine. Cranking a Fordson takes a little practice at first. I prefer to just lift the crank handle by just bending the elbow. I never crank all the way around. Once you see one backfire, you'll know what I mean. 7. Turn the kill switch to the ON position.
8. Open the throttle about 1/4 of the way.
9. Crank the engine alternating the carb choke in and out until the engine starts.
10. Once the engine starts adjust the timing rod, choke and throttle as necessary.
You will develop a method that works well for you. The only step not to fool with is retarding the spark or timing as indicated in step 3. Remember before starting- RETARD, RETARD, RETARD.

Now if you have a mag Vs coils, just advise and we will walk you through that process as well.

It would not be a bad idea to be a spectator at first and then try it yourself.

Good luck

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