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I did google the turbo version of the 4/98 before I posted, it seems there were the 4/98 NT (Normal Tractor) 4/98 TT (Turbo Tractor) and 4/98 DT (Detuned Tractor) Verisions as well as truck versions 4/98 NV and 4/98 TV (Normal and Turbo Vehicle). The next questions are: -Where can I find a replaceme...

Well I've started pulling the bugger apart and so far Fred is right on the money :claphands: Starter is out and the ring-gear can be turned with a screwdriver without the engine turning :( I have whipped off the battery carrier / air-filter / sedimenter which was only held on by one out of four bolt...

Oh dear, that's not good news...... The only ray of (false?) hope is that my machine is an earlier one where the torque converter housing seems to replace the flywheel/ringear and bolt directly to the crank with the ring gear attached to it so if the mounting bolts sheared or fell out it could just ...

I'm hoping it's the flexplate (or whatever links torque converter to engine) that has failed.
Had a look in the manual, not that clear, and will investgate later in the week.
Whatever the outcome I'll try to post some pictures of the damage.

Paul

I have a 3CIII with the torque-converter + 4 speed transmission, I was moving some scrap when it lost drive (TC pressure guage still showing pressure) and wouldn't move in any gear. The engine note became erratic at the same time. I tried to lift the loader but the engine immediately stalled. It won...

Arrgh! double post

You have to admire his determination
I was trying to explain why this is such a cool idea to my girlfriend, she isn't convinced (yet).
Mind you I saw a demo of a Huddig bachoe loader at SED a few years ago that was just like this only life size.

I don't know if this is the most efficient way of enlarging your cellar but it keeps this bloke happy, 9 cuft a year and excellent operating skills.

http://carscoop.blogspot.com/2012/02/canadian-digs-out-basement-using-only.html

I hope some of you experienced operators / fitters out thgere can help. I have a 3CIII with torque converter, 4in1 and extra-dig. It's rough but running and I want to work on it myself. My 1/2" drive socket set does not make much impression on the nuts and bolts holding it together so I'm start...

I have a 1978 3C III that will eventually need painting (after an awful lot of welding, wiring etc.) At the moment it's in yellowish rust but what are the correct colours? Looking on here they seem to be: Chassis = Chrome Yellow CY1353 Wheels & 4in1 Bucket = Post Office Red Cab = Ford Diamond Wh...