BXProject @ Smallwood Vintage Rally ’23
After years of passing hundreds of signs for the event, 2023 saw my first trip to the Smallwood Vintage Rally. And what a rally it is to behold!
Tag: tractor
Ford 7610 – Fitting a loader
With the tractor now serviced, it could be pressed into service. To move materials around, I set about fitting a loader.
Ford 7610 – Minor Service Turns Major
After the first wobbly drive, the 7610 is sent of for a minor service that turns major. Several thousand pounds later and it drives lovely!
Ford 7610 – First Drive
With the wiring complete, tax and insurance in place, it was finally time for me to take the Ford 7610 on its first drive. What could possibly go wrong?
Ford 7610 – Wiring up the lights
Before I can take the Ford 7610 for a drive, I really need to get the electrics working. The first job was wiring up the lights.
Ford 7610 – A Childhood Tractor Dream Come True
The first tractor I remember riding was a Ford 7610. Suddenly I have a hankering for one. Time to make a childhood dream come true.
Car(ish) Show – Kelsall Steam Rally 2022
Keeping a promise, I'm finally taking the Fergie to the Kelsall Steam Rally. And while the day didn't go smoothly, I can't wait to go again.
Fergie – Lining the fuel tank with Flowliner
Moving the Fergie was becoming troublesome. I had to do something about the rust in the fuel! Could I get away with just lining the fuel tank?
Fergie – Hydraulic system, PTO and Topping
With the Fergie starting reliably it was time for topping the field. But first, we needed to check the hydraulic system and adapt the PTO.
Fergie – Starter Motor Troubles
Despite the expectation not to change the 6v Fergie starter motor, it finally died. A new starter was installed and reliability regained.
Fergie – Ignition and fuel tank overhaul
With the Fergie electrics overhauled, it was time to focus on the weak spark of the ignition and the rusty fuel tank
Fergie – Tackling the wiring system
It's finally time to tackle the Fergie wiring system and see if life can be brought back into it. Will it start first time?
Little Grey Fergie
Not all automotive adventures are on road. In this series of articles, we'll look at the recovery and restoration of a Little Grey Fergie.