Stump Rancher wrote on Thursday, August 28, 2003 (PDT):After reading the article I must commend the author for his research. I have only practical advice and experience working with and owning 9N and 8N's for the last 35 years (my father is 77 years young and is still using the 8N he purchased in 1965, the tractor I learned to drive on and helped overhaul when I was the ripe old age of 15.) Like the article states, the 8N has helically cut gears that run quietly and will work with the "compromise" transmission/hydraulic oil/fluids that are sold by the local tractor dealers nowadays. The 9N that I have been using for the last 5 years around my small acreage also worked fine with the lighter "compromise" fluids, but the straight cut gears in the transmission were noisy as heck. After checking with a few mechanics, they suggested the GL-1 in a 90 or 140 weight to quiet the transmission. I drained out the 90 wt GL-5, bought a 5 gallon pail of the 140 weight GL-1 and poured it in, and have had no troubles with the hydraulics and it sure is a lot quieter. Now, I live in Western Oregon, where the winters are fairly mild, and do not use the tractor much in the winter anyway. If I were using it regularly in the winter, I would recommend the GL-1 90 weight. During the summer, when the temperatures can get up to the high 90's and low 100's sometimes, the 140 weight provides a sound deadening cushion to the old straight cut gears, but runs thin enought to work OK in the hydraulics.
Irv LaLonde wrote on Sunday, September 07, 2003 (PDT):Neat article - meets your usual high standard. However does this mean you have abandoned your IH300 Utility for a Ford? Please say it isn't so!!!!! lol Irv
Ray,IN wrote on Tuesday, November 18, 2003 (PST):Well researched and written article, with one omission I noted. There is a reason to use only straight mineral oil. A former Harry Ferugson mechanic told me these old tractors use brass and bronze bushings in some places. Some of the additives used today will react with those bushings, pitting and corroding them over time.
Rex - North Forty Farms wrote on Friday, February 06, 2004 (PST):For the Ford M4864 fluid for the 8N, what about using an industrial gear oil ISO 100. Industrial gear oils have a low treat rate of EP additives roughly equal to a GL3?
don wrote on Tuesday, March 09, 2004 (PST):It's good to see someone had their thinking cap on because that is exactly how modern day tractors operate today and have expanded to every moving part of the drive train excluding the engine. Well done!
James wrote on Thursday, May 20, 2004 (PDT):Why not use 75W90 and get great gear protection and cold weather operation. Agreed it does cost significantly more
ERIC wrote on Friday, March 11, 2005 (PST):THIS ARTICLE WAS VERY INFORMATIVE AND VERY WELL WRITTEN. THANK YOU FOR YOUR HELP AND FOR SOME WONDERFUL READING....
Farmer Dan wrote on Saturday, May 07, 2005 (PDT):Ok I'm still following the conversation here but what is the final answer? Is Gl1-90 gearlube ok?
Kent Stannard wrote on Friday, July 29, 2005 (PDT):GREAT ARTICLE ! could you tell me if the same holds true for the SOS transmission? FORD/NH is telling me that i should use their 134d product for all applications. it's kinda pricy and a lot further drive just for oil and if something at TSC would work just as well, i would like to save but not at the expense of my SOS. Thanks, Kent
ROBERT BOWEN wrote on Thursday, September 08, 2005 (PDT):THANK YOU SO MUCH FOR THIS ARTICLE. IT TOOK ME A WHILE TO FINDING THIS WEB SITE AND ARTICLE WAS HARD, BUT IT WAS WORTH THE SEARCHING. IT IS VERY HARD TO FIND 8N INFO, ESPECILLY THE CONVERSION OF OLD TECHNOLOGY TO WAS IS AVAILABLE IN STORES TODAY.
Ed Zetler wrote on Tuesday, October 11, 2005 (PDT):When I got my tractor (1947 2N) 7 years ago, I went to NAPA and Got "Universal Tractor Fluid" from them. I didn't know when it had been replaced.I was back there yesterday and they now have " Premium HD tractor hydraulic and transmision fluid- Meets or exceeds -----and Ford M2C134 ABCD " Would this be a good substitute? I appeciate? the comment "clean the sump" Ugg! Thanks for a great article Ed Z
JOHN MEADE wrote on Monday, November 14, 2005 (PST):THIS ARTICLE IS SO INFORMATIVE AND EDUCATED ME TO LIMITS THAT YOU HAVE NO IDEA, THANK YOU SO MUCH!
Gifford F. Knapp wrote on Monday, January 30, 2006 (PST):Thanks for the info. Glad to find where Llamas is now and posting. Gifford
gahorN wrote on Sunday, February 26, 2006 (PST):I disagree that for an "N"-Ford, that the combination hyd/trans fluid is the best choice. The hydraulic purpose of the combination fluid is it's main selling point. The problem is; The N-Ford's hydraulics are very basic indeed. The MAIN purpose of the stuff... is as a GEAR OIL for the transmission. That's the major WEAR concern of the N-Ford. ANY oil will work as a basic hydraulic fluid...and there's no more BASIC hydraulic system than that of an N-Ford. I strongly recommend that the lubricant most closely like the orginal design calls for should be used...and that is a GEAR OIL. 80W90 is an excellent choice as it meets both temperature specifications AND it will properly lubircate those hard-to-replace, expensive gears. The hydraulics will also work exactly as designed.
Steevo wrote on Friday, April 07, 2006 (PDT):New Holland 134D is the current fluid specified for use in all older tractors, in everything but the crankcase. The reason is the better water suspention, less pump cavitation, better cold flow and high shear strength of the fluid film. The days of a thicker oil to provide protection were gone when synthetic polymers became available. 134D specs are available from any New Holland dealer. But off the top of my head 10W30, non-zinc additive package to prevent Phosphoric acid formation, shear strength in excess of 10,000PSI breakdown. The unfortunate thing is there is no test for fluid film strength specified by the API.
Brian wrote on Sunday, May 28, 2006 (PDT):In English, doc? What should I put in my 1946 2N?
John P. wrote on Thursday, September 07, 2006 (PDT):Good article. I would like to point out that you will find 2 different Mystik Trans-Hydraulic Fluids at TSC. From what I can determine, the one marked Mystik JT-5 Universal Trans-Hydraulic Fluid has sulphur. The one marked Mystik Universal Trans-Hydraulic Fluid does not. As such I bought the JT-5 product.
b.w.bent wrote on Tuesday, October 24, 2006 (PDT): well researched,well written. good to see in-depth info on "N"series.
George Adamache wrote on Tuesday, October 24, 2006 (PDT):just what I was looking for
Del T wrote on Sunday, February 25, 2007 (PST):I had GL-1 in my 9N and replaced it with Ford Labeled M2C134D. The hydraulics run more noisy but worse, the seals started leaking in several areas. After a couple of years topping it off every once in a while, I drained it and put in Phillips66 GL-1 Mineral Oil. It runs quieter and the leaking is greatly reduced. My advice, use GL-1 regardless. It takes a little more time to find Google up GL-1 . Why save 10 when it would introduce problems. I think Ford went to the thinner fluid because seals and o-rings are better these days. But knowing GL1 worked for the last 60 years in my 9n, I should have stayed with that. It s GL1 for me forever.
Bill D. wrote on Monday, March 05, 2007 (PST):I am still as confussed about the use of oils verses fluids All I know is that no matter what I put in it gets cloudy like Water and Oil mixed up together. So whats up with that. This tractor has been on this property since the day it was purchesed and I am going crazy trying to keep the hydr. running Help
Rol wrote on Friday, March 23, 2007 (PDT): After reading the article looking for information to service my new 1949 Ford 8N I went to several dealers and finally ended up at NAPA. They have a 5 gallon pail of VV-720 premium tractor oil that lists the Ford M2C134D spec on the can along with many other brands and specs of tractor oil. Is this a proper lubricant to use The label is very unclear if the oil meets the specs or if it intended to be substituted for the Ford spec oil. I very much appreciate all the information and advice you all offer on this forum.
Butch Wood wrote on Sunday, April 22, 2007 (PDT):Was looking for transmition/hydraulic oil recomendation for my 9n and didnot want to go search for my manual so looked for a sight with the information and found yours. the artical was very informative, better then my manual. Thank you.
Jack wrote on Sunday, April 22, 2007 (PDT):Why is nothing ever simple I am more confused now then before. Couldn t you just recommend a brand and type that I can use in my 1946 9N/2N
Ron wrote on Monday, May 14, 2007 (PDT):More confused than before,still don t know what to put in my 9N for fluids.
julian carter wrote on Sunday, December 09, 2007 (PST):ihave some moisture that has contaminated the transmision fluid in my 8n tractor.what do i use to flush the old fluid out.
julian carter wrote on Sunday, December 09, 2007 (PST):ihave some moisture that has contaminated the transmision fluid in my 8n tractor.what do i use to flush the old fluid out.
Frank Dauro wrote on Saturday, December 22, 2007 (PST):I put a external pump on my TO-30.New pump would not work with GL-1.I got some AG-46 that is formulated to protect Bronze and Brass. Very clean highly refined and so far no leaks and no foam...
Dwight Barnes wrote on Sunday, July 27, 2008 (PDT):Do you know how much hydraulic fluid should I put in my Ford 9N tractor? Have been trying to find out with no luck I am hoping someone can help...
Barry Brandow wrote on Saturday, October 04, 2008 (PDT):Mr. Llamas has produced a very comprehensive and impressive work on lubrication, addressing the N-series tractors. I have seen the NAA included in the N series. Be aware that this article does not apply to the NAA which has descrete transmission, hydraulic and differential reservoirs. The author also stated that Ford specified the use of “Mild EP GEAR OIL conforming to Ford specs M4864A (SAE 80) (below freezing) or B (SAE 90) (above freezing)” My manual shows the temperature application of "A" and "B" as the reverse of this. In any case, a very informative article - Thank You!! BGB
Barry Brandow wrote on Saturday, October 04, 2008 (PDT):In reference to water in the transmission / hydraulic / differential lube, I found that water can run down the draft control plunger (inside the draft control spring) and enter the reservoir. There is a rudimentary seal, the felt washer, but when the plunger and seat are worn I'm sure the washer will be worn too. I cover the draft control spring area with a tarp when the tractor is exposed to weather. If accidentally exposed, very careful loosening of the drain plug before starting may allow water to escape from the bottom of the reservoir without loosing any oil. Once the pump is started, the water becomes homoginized into the oil and will take months to settle back out, if ever.
Barry Brandow wrote on Saturday, October 04, 2008 (PDT):Reply to, Dwight Barnes who wrote on Sunday, July 27, 2008 (PDT), The I&T "Ford Shop Manual"; FO-4 (Models 9N, 2N & 8N) indicates the capacity of the transmission, differential & hydraulic system is 5 gallons.
Ron TePoel wrote on Thursday, October 23, 2008 (PDT):Ford-Ferguson uses a "Suction Side Control" hydraulics, therefore different than all the rest. 80-90 is needed. The leather lip seals used will not hold modern oils. Substitute oils are a bad idea.
jeff yates wrote on Tuesday, November 18, 2008 (PST):Does the fluid go in to the passenger side of the seat or on top of the gear box or both? Does anyone have a picture of the proper place to input the fluid? As you can see, I am a novice with tractors - I have her running well, but my 8N will not lift the hitch arms...I'm hoping I'm just low on fluid and haven't got a ruined pump. Thanks.
Monte wrote on Wednesday, March 04, 2009 (PST):I recently bought 5 gallons of TDH Universal Hydraulic & Transmission Oil from Rural King called Xtreme. The salesman said it would work for an 8N Ford. The label said it will work with Ford tractors using M2C134 B,C. How is this different from M2C134 D? Is there any difference? Will it work in my 8N? After reading some of the comments, I'm not sure what to use. While I'm asking questions, what is the recommended type of engine oil? I have the original owner's manual, but since I began reading online, I bet there is something better out there today. Thanks for the help, Monte
mike porter wrote on Wednesday, April 29, 2009 (PDT):carquest parts stores sell ep-90 in various container sizes up to 5 gallon cans. that is the designation for ford-ferguson 9n-2n, 8n and ferguson to20-to30 tractors. works the best. i worked at a new holland store for 2 years, and several guys were sold hy-trans to replace the trans. oil, and they came back complaining that when the tractor warmed up, the hyds. quit working. tsc sells the ep90, and i found out carquest also sells ep90, and it looks more like hyd. oil the fords and fergusons had in them. it's called carquest bravo oil, ep90gl4, part# 990-05.
Fossil wrote on Tuesday, May 12, 2009 (PDT):May 12/09 If you don't work the tractor too hard and the diff temperature stays below 220 degrees you can use any gear lube.If you are going to be working the tractor hard,then use a GL4 marine gear lube which is more like an engine oil with less phosphorous and will not attack the yellow metals. I use Amsoil AGM 75/80-90.
John Caughlin wrote on Saturday, October 24, 2009 (PDT):What about fluid requirements for the Ferguson TO-20 tractors? I used a universal type several years ago and have suddenly noticed slow hydraulic lift response,any ideas? In travel position the tractor has always had a knock.Any help would be great!JPC
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