Please use this space to talk amongst yourselves or give us feedback on the website.

12/18/2012

Kelly Lafrentz

12/23/2012 03:49:10 am

Great site, grew up with cockshutt farm equipment on our farm and many others in southeast Saskatchewan. I am almost inspired to undertake a restoration project on a 1755or1855 tractor. Keep up the good work.

Norman Belzile

3/13/2013 10:50:42 am

Hi Kelly, noticed your add on the Cockshutt site. I just started looking on sites in Canada to list my tractor, never listed one before and need advice to sell a Cockshutt 570 Super diesel with loader and cab, PTO but no 3 point hitch. Would you have any contacts or know anyone who might be interested in this unit in the Alberta, Sask. areas. Any help would be appreciated. Thanks

Dennis Stoeser

6/7/2013 02:19:45 am

Would like to get in contact with folks interested in the model "C"
Co op tractors. I have 2 of them one with a wide front. I may be interested in selling. Thanks. Dennis 509 220 1458 or email at [email protected]

Dave deforest

9/24/2015 12:37:31 pm

Cockshutt 30 keep losing hydraulic oil to somewhere? It doesn't appear to be getting into engine oil but after putting a gallon in the tank in front of the radiator after 5hrs of operation it's gone out of the tank with no apparent external leaks?

irv buttray

9/24/2015 03:39:59 pm

Dave, with the Cockshutt 20 and 30 system there is only two places oil can go. The first and most likely is an external leak which would be obvious by the trail of oil. The only other place is the front pump seal which send the oil directly into the crank case. If there is NO increase of oil level in the crank case then check your fittings for a leak only when there is pressure. Irv

Jesse nelson

8/22/2016 03:14:44 pm

Ever heard of beechy SK?

George Grassi

1/12/2013 10:04:07 pm

I have a 540 having starting problems have put points and condensor plugs voltage reg and it sat for a few wks got spark out of solinoid but not enough spark at plugs. Carb was redone to can use some help

Wayne Jackson

1/22/2013 03:45:55 am

George,
This could be either a condenser or coil problem. Check that you have correct coil for tractor (6 or 12 volt). Even new equipment fails; replace condenser first as it is the cheapest. Check that plug wires are copper not carbon. The distributor may have a hair craqck which are sometimes hard to see and will cause a weak spark.

donnie

5/29/2019 10:36:58 am

we have just re wired a 540 and had a problem getting a spark at the plugs we set up the distributer and tried it without the cap it had a good spark at the coil .and when we put cap on the spark at the plugs disappeared and it was a day later we tried a new rotor arm and it solved the problem ,the spark was running down the metal shaft to earth . hope this helps

frank hummel

2/19/2013 12:21:20 pm

I have a cockshutt 40 that Iam near to start up it has a buda 230 gas how or what is the best way to presure up oil to get oil in the system before starting the motor as I have whit grease in all the bearings etc

john

2/19/2013 08:57:56 pm

Spin the oil pump with a drill. The distributor will have to be out.

Keith

5/12/2013 09:25:11 am

Cannot spin oil pump with distributor out like a Chevy V8. Remove valve cover. Pour 3 of the 6 qts of oil the engine requires all over the valvetrain and let run down into engine oil pan. Remove spark plugs and crank engine over with starter for 30 seconds. Pour remaining 3 qts all over valvetrain. Cam bearings are gravity fed. Crank engine over with all spark plugs still removed until you see oil draining out the overflow tube from the rocker arm shaft. At this point your engine should be primed and ready for fire in the hole if you have timing set etc.

Gary

3/20/2013 12:40:03 am

I'm looking at a 40 but cannot find a data plate that is obvious. Where were they located?

Caleb Schwartz

3/23/2013 10:28:26 am

There is no data plate the serial number is stamped on the top of the tub frame on the left side of the tractor post me the serial number and I will give you the year.

Steve Gordon

3/20/2013 05:57:00 am

I'm looking for a starter for a 540 cochsutt

Ben Van Veldhuizen

3/20/2013 12:06:46 pm

Hi all,

Looking for a Cockshutt '550' to measure up for a HO scale (1:87) model. My scale model railway includes the Cockshutt factory and some scale flatcars loaded with proper Cockshutt tractors would be a great addition, as well as a basis for a magazine article. I live in Ottawa, Ontario. Also looking for Cockshutt fans in the area.

Clayton

10/11/2017 09:48:05 am

I have a cockshutt 550 narrow front but I'm located in Southern Ohio. Don't know if that helps

Edna White

3/27/2013 11:06:17 pm

I am looking for the original paint colours and codes for a 1967 Cockshutt 1350. I am wanting to paint this tractor but am having problems finding the right colours especially for the grill. Any assistance would be greatly appreciated. I am in the Lindsay area of Ontario
Thank you

Mark Bond

6/6/2013 07:59:38 am

Looking for the creme and red for my 35 Deluxe and my 63 770 RC and my 63 660 RC.. if you get the codes can you forward them

Brett Spreen

10/15/2021 06:00:35 pm

I also have a 1350 Cockshutt. Looking for paint codes. And any leads on a grill. My grandfather left this to me. Grill was thrown out for some reason

Don Cunnington

4/5/2013 10:18:03 am

I am looking for the original paint colours and codes for rear spoked wheels for approximately 1940 Cockshutt 60 origianlly steel wheels

Clemens Brothers from Holland link

4/8/2013 02:38:45 am

Dear people of the Cockshutt foundation/club.
In 1953 there was an huge storm/flood treagedy in the Netherlands.
More then 1800 people where killed.
The Canadians with the Red Cross came with help by sending more then 100 special Red Cross Cockshutts.
The Cockshutts have done an very good job and helped the farmers that lost everything.
Not many Red Cross Cockshutts have survived but sure they where very good an wondeful tractors.

Have placed 2 pages full with very old an special pictures on Smokstak.com (the Cockshutt Group) about this amazing historical chapter of the Cockshutt Company at Brandford Ontario.

Thanks for the intrest and greatings from Holland

The Clemens Brothers

Henk Korpel

10/13/2013 05:21:08 am

hallo gebroeders Clemens
ik ben op dit moment een Cockshutt 30 (gift van Canada) aan het restaureren.
zouden jullie mij deze foto's ook kunnen mailen ik kan ze namelijk op smokstak niet zien
hartelijk dank alvast
Vriendelijke groet Henk Korpel
[email protected]

Scott Fritz

4/11/2013 10:54:52 am

Does anyone know of a Cockshutt 50 with a Buda diesel engine for sale?

kim

4/15/2013 08:39:32 am

je recherche un monsieur qui habite a berthierville (québec) et il fait de la restauration de tracteur cockshutt, si je me trompe pas il fait du tir de tracteur.S'il vous plait si vous le connaissez j'aimerais bien discuter avec lui car j'aurais un vieux cockshutt a lui offrir merci

André Dostaler

6/22/2013 05:06:06 am

Salut Kim
Le mr. que tu cherche s'appelle Claude Belhumeur et demeure à
Berthierville, il participe aux tires de tracteurs ANTIQUES avec des
Cockshutt. l'association des tires de tracteurs antiques a un site internet que tu peux trouver sur internet pour connaitre les dates des tires de l'été 2013
bye André

kasie Rose

4/24/2013 04:22:43 am

We have a 40 gas and on the arms there is one piece that is adjustable and the other side is not I am looking for those pieces I have called tractor junk yards and the one guy said look into oliver tractors too. other junk yard told me I was crazy no cockshutt has those. They are listed in our parts book so they are original to the tractor. if anyone can help direct me in a direction on finding them i would really appreciate it

kasie rose

4/24/2013 06:20:04 am

sorry its a 540 not sure how I managed to only put 40.

Irv Buttray

4/24/2013 09:28:43 am

I and a friend have a lot of 3 point parts reproduced from original parts. they are not cheap but are correct and unless you can find some good used maybe your only recourse. What part by number do you need? My phone number is 724-253-4285 or email [email protected]. Irv

DENNIE UNGER

4/25/2013 10:24:28 am

WHERE CAN I PURCHASE MARVEL SCHEBLER TSX PARTS? I HAVE THE INDIVIDUAL PART NUMBERS,MAIN JET,DISCHARGE TUBE AND VENTURI. I CONTACTED DENNY'S CARB SHOP BUT
THEY WON'T SELL TO ME. THEY ONLY WANT THE LONG DOLLAR JOB. ..............DENNIE

William

8/6/2014 01:42:55 am

Have you tried Steiner Tractor parts?

Dennie

8/29/2014 05:39:36 am

Their catalog only has common carb parts. After much research I purchased a reasonable priced tsx with the same internal parts as my tsx502. Surprising how many tsx models use the same basic internal parts. Dennie

Travis Hakanson

5/9/2013 08:17:39 pm

I have a cackshutt 50 that was my grandfathers he bought it new and I would like to restore it. I know where there is a couple of model 40s and I was wondering if they used some of the same parts and if so which ones. I am particuarlly interested in the transmission because there is a knock in high range. thanks

Keith

5/12/2013 09:39:07 am

Basically all parts from a 40 are interchangeable except for the differences in disc brake versus duo-grip; pistons; carb. It took one hour to build the first 50 by adding the bigger engine, disc brakes and bigger wheels and tires and of course decals.
Early 40/E4 transmissions had higher 4th and 6th gears until mid 1951. Most early trans had a shorter gear shift lever. Look for casting dates and if they are close you should be alright- such as e.10 .52 which is a May 52 casting and subsequently machined and built approximately three months later for use in production.

floyd

10/11/2013 05:29:31 am

I have a cockshutt 40 that seems not to have a serial number on the frame rail. The tubs casting num is 5150 and the trans num is A-11-50. Im just trying to get an idea of what I have. It does have the platform mounted all in one hyd system and PTO but other than that is fairly plain.

Brad

5/22/2013 12:23:16 pm

Hello,
I am looking for color codes for a 47 Coop E3. We are restoring this tractor as an FFA project and also needing parts. Thanks for all the help! Brad

Keith link

5/23/2013 01:15:28 am

Cockshutt changed the shade of orange used several times during the years of Co-op production. Most feel the best thing to match the orange to is a color used on 1973-74 Volkswagen's called pumpkin orange. Any paint shop should be able to provide that for you.
I have the Early style Co-op E3 decals that the tractor left the factory with. A link to my website is on this website as well.

Keith link

5/23/2013 01:15:47 am

Keith link

5/23/2013 01:16:48 am

6/3/2013 06:36:02 am

What is the 1 wire postition on the distrubtor on a 40

Keith link

6/3/2013 12:27:43 pm

Usually number 1 cylinder is at the 8 or 9 o'clock position. To make sure since there is a good chance the engine may have been worked on at some point in time- its best to remove the valve cover and bring the number one cylinder to top dead center then look at the position of the rotor. Number 1 could be at any position if someone didn't 'clock' the distributor which many don't. That must be done with the oil pan off and taking the oil pump out and meshing the drive gear with the cam since the oil pump gear also drives the distributor. Once you find number 1 you can set that position and set the firing order from that point.

wayne allen

3/28/2020 11:22:48 am

Im restoring my dads 1952 cockshutt 40. I need the red and yellow paint names or numbers that are relevant in Canada. thankyou

Doug McEachern

6/10/2013 10:37:17 am

I have a Cockshutt horse drawn 4 bar side delivery rake. What lubricant is used in thr gear box? How much is required and how is the level checked during maintenance? Is any type of manual available for this rake? Thank you.

Larry Novotny link

6/16/2013 01:54:19 am

HELP

Restoring a 550 diesel 1958 model,do not like the harvest gold, plan to do a red belly !!!!! Who are the current mfg that mix these colors,and what are their numbers.Any help would appreciated

Keith link

6/16/2013 02:24:21 am

Am a little confused... you don't like the harvest gold but are asking for paint codes for it? There are no paint codes established by the club. Ask 10 different collectors and you'll probably receive 20 different opinions. The original harvest gold faded rapidly and reportedly from older club members, who said it faded out in only a couple of months. The faded color we see 50 years later is the shade everyone usually paints them and they look pretty good. 1980 Ford pastel sand is a color frequently suggested. There are several others that are similar. Ford used a vermillion red on 2010 F150's. Many dealers repainted earlier models red belly. Too bad Cockshutt didn't start out with this paint scheme from the start. Good luck.

Larry S Novotny link

6/16/2013 08:14:18 am

Sorry about my misunderstanding,thanks for the info.Even had a local guy tell me to go to a local farm store and get New Holland gloss red,which he said was same as old I.H.Red this is why i am questioning. Any thanks again for the info.

Gary

6/21/2013 05:50:51 am

Is the transmission oil filler on a 1952 "40" Cockshutt back near the PTO shaft? How full do you fill it and how do you determine the proper level?

Thanks!

Keith

6/21/2013 11:17:36 pm

The fill plug for the transmission is on the side of the transmission. Filling it here allows oil to also for the rearend. Fill to level of plug. It takes awhile to run into the rearend so you will need to do it a few times to be accurate. The fill level to the pto is separate and works best to keep level to where you can see it through the plug hole within 1-2 inches. Using 80w90 will be fine. Do not use trans hydraulic fluid or anything of the sort. Gear lube only.

John F.

7/2/2013 09:17:17 pm

Looking for a 12 volt generator for my 35. Preferably working with regulator. Can trade a rebuilt 6 volt gen with new regulator.
Thanks.

myron taylor

7/18/2013 08:12:24 am

just bought a 1948 30 cockshutt and want to put a 3 point hitch on. found one might be able to purchase. wondering if it will fit or if there was different differential housing? also what weight engine oil(30) trans & diff. thanks

Keith cockshuttdecals.com

7/18/2013 12:27:22 pm

80w90 gear lube.
If the 3 pt is on a tractor, get the tractor, too. There were about 4 variations of 3 pt used on the 30's over the years. Many of them had some different hitch pieces, either a small cast bracket or large wrap-around style top link bracket, longer studs on the rear axle trumpets where the hydraulic unit mounting brackets attach which requires notched running boards for clearancing said mounts. If you can find a 1964 dated parts manual, it will show all the variations used. That way you can know how complete the one you are getting and if you need to piece one together.

myron

7/25/2013 08:45:32 am

Keith, thanks for getting back to me. as best as I could tell and from looking at my 30 I was wondering If I could build a bracket that bolted onto the diff housing so this is good to learn. Boy that ol tractor is like a drug, I'm becoming addicted !!!

Henk Korpel

10/13/2013 05:51:22 am

Myron send me your email adress and i send you some pictures of my 30 with 3 point

regards Henk
[email protected]

Marley D.

7/22/2013 11:13:02 am

As a new member of the ICC I am very happy to see this website. Good work to all who had a part in it. This tractor talk section will be very useful, especially to those restoring a cockshutt, like me (doing a 30 right now). Best regards to all.

Henk Korpel

7/31/2013 06:29:48 am

can some one tell me how to replace the buda engine of een 1953 cockshutt 30 with the shims under the engine block

Marley D.

7/31/2013 08:18:53 am

Are you asking for a step by step instruction on how to remove the engine? I did it not long ago so most is still in my memory.

Keith link

7/31/2013 01:15:30 pm

Shims under the block? Or shims under the engine mounts? If under the engine mounts- between the mounts and frame are there to help with alignment of the input shaft in relationship to the crank.. Variations in castings sometimes required a few shims under the front mounts to raise front of engine a fraction or two if needed. If alignment is way off, the clutch may bind or cause other excessive wear on bearings etc. Tractors I have worked on are usually worn enough it doesn't matter- plenty of clearance due use and abuse compared to when everything is new.

Henk Korpel

10/13/2013 05:38:53 am

Thanks Keith, it's under the engine mounts so i will see when i place the engine

Marley D

8/1/2013 06:02:26 pm

On a cockshutt 30 are the spark plug boots at the spark plugs angled or straight? From looking at the sketch in the operators manual, it looks like they are 90 degree angle at the spark plug ends, but they also look like they had no boots either covering the angle connector. I am going to re do my spark plug wires and I'm wondering what most restorers have done.

Keith

8/1/2013 11:47:13 pm

Straight boots is what works best. Some people like angled. I like to keep the wires away from the block and use straight. A lot of them didn't use boots. Have replaced several sets over the years that the wires looked ancient and they didn't have the boots but its hard to tell if they were original or not.

Marley D

8/3/2013 02:47:57 am

Thanks Keith for the info. I am going to use straight boots. I tried angle and straights and the straights look and seem to fit nice.

Jean and andreanne

6/15/2020 09:19:51 pm

We are new to this and wondering who to talk to. My husband can do some mechanical work but is having trouble figuring out what is wrong with our 1967 cockshutt. So when he has it on drive he doesnt have any power to move the tra tor , forward, backwards.... when its warmed up , when it's cold it works fine. If he engaged the PTO he loses complete power. He has cleaned the filter, did an oil change with the oil, ( but by reading some comments, thinking might need to change this) would greatly appreciate any help. He is stubborn and doesnt like bugging ppl for help and we need this to keep expanding to do work on our farm. Thanks again

Marley D.

8/4/2013 06:10:45 am

Where does the wire from the distributor go on the coil? I have a 1948 cockshutt 30 with stock 6 volt system. It appears from the service manual that it is Positive Ground. Am I correct on that? If so, do I hook the distributor wire to the (+) side of the coil?

Irv Buttray

8/6/2013 11:13:58 am

Connecting grounds, coils and distributors have a general rule. It doesn't matter if its 12 volt or 6 volt. If you use a positive ground system then positive side of coil goes to distributer. If using a negative ground system then hook the negative side of coil to distributer.

Marley D

9/2/2013 01:47:35 am

What should the compression be on a Cockshutt 30 with the Buda 153 gas engine? I found a spec that says the compression ratio is only 6.18:1, but I can't find a recommended compression. I want to test my engine cylinders with a compression tester.

john fleming

9/27/2013 12:36:36 pm

Does anyone know if plow shares are available for a 1230 plow. 14" speed plow share. Or a part number? Would like to find two if I can. There is the same plow and share on the bottom of the trading post page on this site. Need same share. Thanks. John.

Henk Korpel

10/13/2013 05:45:06 am