A step by step tutorial on how to brush hog using a Ford 8N tractor. Ours is a 1948 Ford 8N with the Woods Dixie Cutter M5. The process would be similar for a 9N, or 2N model. Step 1 - get an overrun PTO coupler. Tractor video. #outdoorgans #ford8n #fordtractor #farmtractor #purplecollarlife

How to brush hog:
Step 1: Start the tractor (watch our other video for more details)
Step 2: Push in clutch
Step 3: engage PTO and release clutch (transmission in neutral)
Step 4: Lift brush hog and move to where you need to work
Step 5: lower draft position to where Brush hog just glides along the ground
Step 6: Increase throttle
Step 7: Push in clutch and put tractor in gear (1st or Reverse)
Step 8: Release clutch to begin driving with PTO engaged.
Step 9: Watch for obstructions (rocks, stumps, etc.)
Step 10: Drive over (or back over) the area you wish to clear
Step 11: Push in clutch to stop driving and to stop the PTO
Step 12: Disengage the PTO lever to slow/stop the brush hog blades (wait for them to come to a complete stop.

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Published August 24, 2022
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0:00 - 1948 Ford 8N
1:30 - Woods Dixie Cutter M5
2:30 - Overrun PTO coupler clutch
3:30 - Clutch pedal, PTO engage lever, draft control
4:08 - Step 1: Start the tractor (watch our other video for more details)
4:27 - Step 2: Push in clutch
4:35 - Step 3: engage PTO and release clutch (transmission in neutral)
4:40 - Step 4: Lift brush hog and move to where you need to work
8:01 - Understanding the 3 point connection
8:53 - Things to check on the tractor (oil level, radiator, oil air bath, hydraulic fluid, gasoline)
10:39 - Brush hog in reverse or forward?
12:08 - Step 5: lower draft position to where Brush hog just glides along the ground
12:40 - Step 6: Increase throttle
13:00 - Step 7: Watch for obstructions (rocks, stumps, etc)
13:07 - Step 8: Drive over (or back over) the area you wish to clear
15:20 - Brush hog maintenance
16:50 - Clearing trails
17:43 - Brush hog tips
20:20 - Ford 8n ride