Description
When your Fordson Major’s steering ram starts leaking or loses its punch, you’re back to wrestling that steering wheel like it’s 1950. That’s fine for straight field work, but try maneuvering around the farmyard with a loader or making tight headland turns with a mounted implement—you’ll feel it in your shoulders by lunch. This replacement ram brings back the hydraulic assist that transforms these classic workhorses from a young person’s tractor to something anyone can handle all day long.
What You’re Getting
- Heavy-duty hydraulic cylinder engineered for the demands of agricultural work
- Direct replacement that bolts right in where your old ram used to be
- Precision-honed bore for smooth, consistent assist without dead spots
- Modern seal materials that resist the deterioration that plagued original equipment
- Chrome rod treatment that fights scoring from dirt and debris
Built for Real Farm Work
Fordson Majors are still earning their keep on farms everywhere, handling everything from cultivation and hay work to loader duties around the farmyard. These 45-50 HP tractors from the ’50s and ’60s were built tough, but anyone who’s operated one knows manual steering is a serious workout. With this ram installed, you get the fingertip control that makes these classics manageable during long work sessions.
Made to Last
This ram uses modern manufacturing techniques that often exceed the original specifications. The cylinder bore gets precision-honed for a mirror-smooth finish, and the seal materials resist breakdown better than what came from the factory. All mounting dimensions match original specs, so it’s a straightforward bolt-in replacement.
Installation Notes
This is just the ram cylinder—if you need the complete conversion from manual steering, that’s kit 41733. Installation typically takes a couple hours with basic tools. The trickiest part is usually breaking loose old fittings, so have some penetrating oil and patience ready. While the system’s open, check your hydraulic pump output and consider fresh fluid if it’s been a while.
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