I don't have a lot of photos since I haven't bought it yet. I'm trying to see what I'm getting into. I appreciate the help.
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1950's Ford
Hello. I'm considering purchasing a 1950's model Toro Golf Course Tractor. It has a Ford, flat head 6 cylinder engine and a ford rear end, with a 4 speed transmission. Any insight on identifying the motor, rear end, and transmission (numbers, id plates, etc.) and possible sources for parts?
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Probably an H or G series 6 cylinder.
on top of the head towards the front look for casting # 7HA. The distributor would be on the drivers side of block. G series would have distributor on the front of the engine.
Trans case passenger side a couple inches down from top will have casting # maybe 59t or ??
the 4 speed non synchro trans.
Post up some pictures of what youve got and we can help identify.
Josh
on top of the head towards the front look for casting # 7HA. The distributor would be on the drivers side of block. G series would have distributor on the front of the engine.
Trans case passenger side a couple inches down from top will have casting # maybe 59t or ??
the 4 speed non synchro trans.
Post up some pictures of what youve got and we can help identify.
Josh
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That looks like my engine. I think it is a 223 OHV. In a 215 the distributor, oil filter, and coil are further back.
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It's an overhead because there is a valve cover, I'm not up on my engines but believe because the distributor is more forward it is a 215 cu in. There should be casting numbers on the block and someone here will know for sure. Numberdummy (Bill) is one of the best sources. Give it a bit of time and you'll get your answer..
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Hello. I'm considering purchasing a 1950's model Toro Golf Course Tractor. It has a Ford, flat head 6 cylinder engine and a ford rear end, with a 4 speed transmission. Any insight on identifying the motor, rear end, and transmission (numbers, id plates, etc.) and possible sources for parts?
