Anonymous-0
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I have a 1971 ford 3400 with a front end loader, I also have a ford 4600 (year not known)probably an 81-82. Is it possible to take the loader of the 3400 and put it on the 4600?
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Fordfarmer
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As they are both 3-cylinders, probably it can be done without too much difficulty. Biggest difference might be the front mounts, depending on the differences in the front axle/bolster... I'm not that familiar with the industrial models. (and your 4600 could be a '76 to '81)
Anonymous-0
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The 4600 is a 4600SU and it is most likely an 81, I can get the actual year, I just am not near there now. Is there information available anywhere that would provide instructions on this type of conversion?
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If the 4600 is an SU model then the switch would be just about a direct bolt up. Might have to change the rear brackets under the axles - drill different holes to accomodate the wider axle on the 4600.
But keep in mind that a 4600SU doesn't have a very heavy front end - it's more like a 3000/3600.
If it were me I would look at switching the entire front end ie bolster, axle, radius rods tie rods, cast iron pan etc. from the 34 to the 46. Would be a nice combo. Plenty of power plus a good stout front axle for loader work. I know a fellow in LA did that (Larry D) He likes it a lot.
But keep in mind that a 4600SU doesn't have a very heavy front end - it's more like a 3000/3600.
If it were me I would look at switching the entire front end ie bolster, axle, radius rods tie rods, cast iron pan etc. from the 34 to the 46. Would be a nice combo. Plenty of power plus a good stout front axle for loader work. I know a fellow in LA did that (Larry D) He likes it a lot.
You'll likely need to modify the mounts for both the rear axle and front bolster, but I'd think it could be done with some cutting, fitting and welding.
The question I have is WHY?
You have an industrial front under the 3400. If you have a 4600 SU, then you have an abortion of an axle under the front of that which will give you no end of trouble, especially with an industrial loader on top of it.
It seems like a lot fo work for not much (if any) gain in my mind if both tractors are functional...
Rod
The question I have is WHY?
You have an industrial front under the 3400. If you have a 4600 SU, then you have an abortion of an axle under the front of that which will give you no end of trouble, especially with an industrial loader on top of it.
It seems like a lot fo work for not much (if any) gain in my mind if both tractors are functional...
Rod
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