throttle rod repair

I managed to break the rod which goes between the throttle and the governor on the 8N Ford while trying to shorten it.

It was also bent, but not by me.

I took it to Elija Baker, an old, old welder who is the best around. He welded it in less than ten minutes.

I straightened the rod and primed it. I will also cut off the good end and re-thread it to make it a bit shorter and be able to get more speed from the engine – I hope.

477 is the clamp which holds the exhaust pipe sections together. I moved it and re-tightened it so hopefully it no longer leaks (much) at that joint.

Tractor Boy