Jubilee project update (got it running today)

I got my Jubilee project tractor cranked today after 3 months of intense refurbishing. She fired right up but ran a little sluggish to start with until I realized I had two plug wires crossed. I was tired when I put the new plug wires on and had #3 and #4 crossed. The carburetor started leaking gas as soon as I opened the fuel bowl valve (apparently, the new neoprene tipped needle was sticking/leaking). I took it back apart and put the old steel needle back in it and readjusted the float level. That seemed to stop the fuel leaking. The oil pressure shot up to 60# and settled down to about 50# hot.

It was a good feeling to hear it run after all the time, work and money I have spent on it. The transmission seems to work great after replacing the main shaft 3rd gear and the counter shaft. The hydraulic lift seems to work but I haven’t lifted a heavy load yet.

I still need to refinish the hood panels and fenders but the grand finally was to her run after years of neglect and sitting idol.

I have thoroughly enjoyed tinkering with the old Jubilee and look forward to getting it completely finished. There is almost not a bolt or nut I have not turned and have had it taken completely apart. I have learned a lot from reading the archives and asking questions here.

Thanks for listening.

Rick H. Ga.

Ramrod

I saw the picture of the crack in your block. It didn't look too bad. Glad to hear you got it fixed up.

On my Jubilee project I rebuilt the front axel assembly, new draglink ends, rebuilt engine (bored sleeves .020 over, new .020 pistons, rings, turned crank .010 under, new bearings, rebuilt oil pump, completely rebuilt head); rebuilt carburetor, New 12 volt alternator, new wiring, new solenoid, rebuilt the lift cover with new hydraulic cylinder piston and O rings, adjusted linkage, new flywheel ring gear, pilot bearing, new clutch and release bearing, new brakes, new transmission seals (along with replacing a busted mainshaft 3rd gear and countershaft), new gauges, new PTO seal and new paint. I probably forgot a few things.

Anyway, I hope your Jubilee restoration projects goes well. I'm not an expert but let me know if I can be of any assistance.

Rick H. GA.

Ramrod