Re: Re: Ford Engine Comparisons

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Posted by Dave on March 29, 1998 at 04:31:12:

In Reply to: Re: Ford Engine Comparisons posted by Dan J on March 28, 1998 at 19:14:26:

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: : Does anyone have an opinion on Ford 8-9N engines compared to later 600-800 model engines with regard to reliability and frequency of repair?

: As long as you are just looking for an opinion, I'll
: give you mine. The early flathead and the later overhead valve engine are completely different with the latter giving quite a bit more HP. As far as reliability , If you take care of either engine it will probably outlive you. Strictly a personal decision. Live hydraulics on the newer ones would sway me if I worked the tractor a lot
: Luck, Dan Johnson

Thanks for the opinion.

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: : : : : : Does anyone have an opinion on Ford 8-9N engines compared to later 600-800 model engines with regard to reliability and frequency of repair? : : As long as you are just looking for an opinion, I'll : : give you mine. The early flathead and the later overhead valve engine are completely different with the latter giving quite a bit more HP. As far as reliability , If you take care of either engine it will probably outlive you. Strictly a personal decision. Live hydraulics on the newer ones would sway me if I worked the tractor a lot : : Luck, Dan Johnson : Thanks for the opinion.

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