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I very much doubt that the 6.5:1 compression ratio of a Ford N requires 100 octane gas. Remember that the octane rating of gasoline relates directly to the anti-knock capability of the fuel. Or to put it another way, higher octane gas permits proper combustion as you increase the compression ratio. So "boosting" the octane if the engine isn't knocking or pinging accomplishes nothing. Higher octane gas isn't "more powerful" and doesn't burn any cleaner or protect your valves.

Mike

8N timing
Antique Tractors
Replies 12 Post by mikesloane

Are you using the tractor's hydraulics (and which tractor)? Or are you using a separate pump?

Mike

3 point hitch backhoe
Operating and Attachments
Replies 3 Post by mikesloane

Something isn't right. I have converted 4 Farmalls, a Ford, and a Case to Pertronix modules and have never had any problem with any of them.

I am sure you checked, but are you sure you didn't have it wired incorrectly. Or that you are using a 6 volt module on a 12 volt system?

Very strange.

Mike

CONDENSER EATING FORD 600
Antique Tractors
Replies 11 Post by mikesloane

That is a 30 hp diesel. When you say "maintain" the property, I am guessing that you mean periodically cutting the brush and weeds with a brush cutter. Generally, a 30 hp machine could handle a 5' brush cutter. Depending on the steepness of the hills, you would probably need some front and rear wheel weights, and I suggest that ROPS would be in order. 12 acres is a LOT of work for a machine that size, and a 5' cutter. I would not skimp of the quality of the cutter - think Woods, Rhino, or Brush Hog, not some cheap lightweight import or a tired used cutter.

I am not familiar with Agrac, but I would make sure that maintenance and repair parts are readily available. Some of those Chinese machines are "orphans" with no parts available at any price.

Mike

2008 Agrac 3024
Other Tractor Brands
Replies 4 Post by mikesloane