When you’re restoring that old Fordson or just need to reattach a grill that’s been rattling around, finding the right bolts can be a real headache. Hardware stores don’t carry the oddball threads and special clips these vintage tractors use, and your grill won’t sit right with generic fasteners. This complete kit gives you every nut, bolt, washer, and spring clip you need to mount your grill properly the first time.
What You’re Getting
- Complete hardware set means no hunting through old coffee cans for missing pieces
- Correct thread pitches match original Fordson specifications perfectly
- Zinc plating resists corrosion better than the original cadmium finish
- Includes those hard-to-find spring clips and special fasteners
- One kit handles the entire Dexta and Major series lineup
Built for Real Farm Work
Whether you’re working on a Dexta utility tractor or a Power Major field machine, these classic Fordsons from the 1950s and 60s are still earning their keep around farms today. The front grill isn’t just for looks – it protects that radiator from flying debris while keeping airflow moving where it needs to go. When grills come loose from worn or missing fasteners, they rattle, crack, and eventually fall off completely.
Made to Last
This isn’t generic hardware store stuff that sort of works. These fasteners match the original specifications exactly, with proper thread pitches for those aging castings. The zinc plating provides much better rust protection than what came from the factory, meaning this hardware will outlast what Ford originally installed.
Installation Tips
Before pulling your old hardware, snap a few photos showing where each type of fastener goes – not all mounting points use the same stuff. Clean out those mounting holes and consider running a tap through any threads that look questionable. Don’t overtighten into old cast iron; snug is plenty. If you find stripped holes, helicoils work better than forcing oversized bolts.
