🏷️ Basic Information Identification Make: Fordson Model: Major / Super Major Year Range Covered: 1952-1965 Product Type: Parts Manual Codes Publisher Division: Ford Tractor Division 👋 Introduction Market Position Target Audience: Owners, operators, mechanics, and restorers of Fordson Major and Super Major tractors. Competitive Analysis Value Proposition: Essential for accurate parts procurement, ensuring correct fitment and originality for maintenance and restoration projects. Key Features Essential Resource: Indispensable for identifying and ordering replacement parts, reducing downtime and ensuring proper repair. Historical Significance: Documents the parts for highly regarded and historically significant tractors from the mid-20th century. 📋 Manual Details Coverage Areas Primary Coverage: Fordson Major (1952-1960) Secondary Coverage: Fordson Super Major (1960-1964) Additional Coverage: Fordson Super Major (1965) Page Count Estimated Page Count: Multiple hundred pages (combined manuals) Manual Type Type: Parts Catalog / Parts Manual Language Language: English Format Format: Printed Manual (implied by description) 📖 Manual Coverage Systems Covered Engine Components: Cylinder head, block, pistons, crankshaft, camshaft, valve train, cooling system, lubrication system, fuel system components, exhaust system components. Transmission And Drivetrain: Gearbox, clutch, PTO (Power Take-Off), differential, rear axle, final drives. Chassis And Frame: Front axle, steering components, rear wheels, drawbar, hitch components. Hydraulic System: Hydraulic pump, control valve, lift arms, hydraulic cylinders, external hydraulic connections. Electrical System: Starter motor, generator/alternator, battery, lighting components, wiring harness (may be diagrammatic). Bodywork And Controls: Dashboard components, controls, fenders, operator station elements. Procedures Included Identification Of Parts: Detailed breakdown of all replaceable parts with corresponding part numbers and identification codes. Assembly And Disassembly: Visual guidance through exploded diagrams for part identification and potential understanding of component relationships. Part Number Reference: Crucial for ordering correct replacement parts. Technical Depth Depth: Component-level identification and part sourcing. Primarily focused on 'what' part is needed, not 'how' to repair or install in detail. Augments repair manuals for precise part specification. 📊 Manual Specifications File Format Digital Format Quality: N/A (Printed manual described) Print Quality Clarity: All text and images are clear. Diagrams: Includes numerous exploded diagrams. Binding Type Binding: Standard professional binding for manuals (assumed) Paper Type Paper Quality: Durable paper stock suitable for workshop environments (assumed) ⚙️ Engine Specifications Primary Engine Engine Type Major: Fordson Four-cylinder Diesel (e.g., based on Perkins P4 common in early models, later Ford variants) Engine Type Super Major: Ford 4.2 Litre Four-cylinder Diesel (e.g., 4DL series) Performance Typical Horsepower Major: Approx. 44-52 PTO HP (varies by specific engine variant and tuning) Typical Horsepower Super Major: Approx. 52-56 PTO HP (varies by specific engine variant) Fuel System Fuel Type: Diesel Injection System: Indirect injection (often CAV DPA or similar rotary pumps) 🔧 Transmission Standard Gearbox Type: Manual transmission, typically 6-speed (4 forward, 2 reverse) or 10-speed (with reduction gears) in some variants. Optional Pto Speeds: Standard 540 RPM PTO, some models may have 1000 RPM options or dual-speed PTO. Features Clutch Type: Single-plate, dry clutch. 📐 Dimensions Exterior Wheelbase: Varies by model and configuration, typically around 84-88 inches. Weights Operating Weight: Approximately 4,500 - 6,000 lbs (2,040 - 2,720 kg) depending on configuration. 🛡️ Safety Features Ratings Safety Standards: Tractors from this era were built to different safety standards than modern vehicles. The manual would detail parts for original safety features. Active Features Braking System: Mechanical drum brakes or hydraulic drum brakes acting on the rear wheels. Parts for these systems would be included. 💡 Technology Features Infotainment Features: N/A. Tractors of this era are purely mechanical and functional, focusing on work capabilities rather than driver comfort or entertainment features. Driver Assistance Features: N/A. Focus is on mechanical controls and PTO engagement. 🔧 Maintenance Service Intervals Engine Oil Change: Typically every 100-200 operating hours or annually. Specific oil type and capacity would be in a service manual, but the parts manual would list the oil filter part number. Transmission Oil Change: Typically every 500-1000 operating hours. Parts manual lists transmission oil filters if applicable. Fluid Specifications Engine Oil Type: Diesel engine oil, SAE 30 or 10W-30/15W-40 depending on climate and specific engine recommendation (e.g., API CD or later equivalent). Hydraulic Fluid Type: Tractor Transmission Oil (TTO) or Universal Tractor Transmission Oil (UTTO) compatible with Ford specifications, often a 10W-30 or 134D specification. Parts manual may list the hydraulic filter. Known Issues Common Wear Items: Clutch components, brake linings, hydraulic pump seals, starter motor, generator/alternator, diesel injection components (e.g., injectors, pump). The manual is critical for identifying these replacement parts. Corrosion And Sealing: Common for tractors of this age to experience leaks at engine, transmission, and hydraulic seals. Parts manual lists all relevant seal numbers. 📚 Vehicle History Brand Heritage Manufacturer: Ford Motor Company (Tractor Division) Model Evolution Major To Super Major Transition: The Super Major was an evolution of the Major, featuring upgraded engines, transmissions, and hydraulic systems, particularly the introduction of the more powerful 4.2L diesel engine and the...