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60 year old tractor looks rough..will it start!

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Video by Stoney Ridge Farmer

Stoney Ridge Farmer

What happens here

This project documents the comprehensive restoration process of a vintage Massey Ferguson 65 tractor, named "Earl," after three years of dormancy. The primary challenge involves diagnosing and rectifying a severe fuel delivery issue caused by ethanol-contaminated fuel, which gummed up the carburetor. The process includes meticulous fluid checks, battery replacement, detailed carburetor cleaning and rebuilding, and ultimately, successfully starting the engine. While the engine runs smoothly, a persistent problem with a locked rear wheel is identified as a subsequent project.