BARN FIND 1950 Ford 8n Tractor! Will It RUN AND Brush Hog? 

Derek, this is probably my favorite video you've ever posted. My pawpaw farmed until he was 94 years old, and he just couldn't anymore. He ALWAYS dressed just like you in this video, and he was about your size. Seeing you kneeling beside that front tire actually made me shed a tear for the Ole man. Who would have thought that a video of an old tractor would bring back such great memories. Thank you for this one. Mike.

I just lost my father to a heart attack 25 minute's before this video was posted and we always used to watch your new videos after coming in at night from working on his car or his truck or whatever, and i didnt get to watch it with him. So now im watching it for him, thankyou for these videos derek, theyre just going to be another one of the good memories with my dad, from the very bottom of my heart, thankyou❤

75 yo Canadian man here, who grew up on a mixed fruit orchard in a small town in the Okanagan Valley. My uncle owned a 20 acre orchard, my parents 10 acres, my maternal grandmother 5 acres, all neighbouring each other. My uncle Don was a mining engineer who took a job in the mid-1950s with the then-new Inland Natural Gas company that was bringing gas to the Valley, and my dad left his job at a local packinghouse to operate all the orchards while Don was away. I was 9 ~10 [?] years old when I was first allowed to drive my uncle's Ford 8N, and it was my favourite power plant for general hauling, rototilling, spraying & mowing until I left home at age 17 to study physics at the University of British Columbia in Vancouver in the fall of 1965. Hearing this 8N running again brought memories to my mind & tears to my eyes. Thank you, VGG...

I love this guy, he is so positive and funny. I don't know the first thing about cars, don't even have a driving license but I really enjoy watching! Thanx

My great grandma wanted a tractor for their house because she was tired of working the land by hand, and so my great grandpa sold one of his service stations in 1954 to buy a 1949 8N. My great grandma returned the favor the next year by "saving up 2 months of grocery money" to buy my grandpa a 94 winchester to go hunting with his buddies. These old fords make me smile whenever I see one, and I'm so glad to watch you work on one.

One of the cleanest 8Ns I've seen in a long time. My Dad bought me one like it sixty-three years ago for my 10th birthday, gave me ten minutes of instruction and I was a farmer.

One of life's little pleasures: Gettin' on an old tractor, and hoggin' till the sun goes down. Beer somehow tastes even better after that.

I ain't gonna lie, I got a little misty when that old Ford fired up. My PeePaw (Grandfather) had a 9N he bought second hand after he came home from Korea. He lost an arm over there, but didn't keep that man from doing anything. I've got it now, it's never been out of Tennessee. It's probably only worth 1000 bucks or so, but i wouldn't take a Million for it. I fire it up every so often and take it for a ride through the hay field. Thanks for the trip to a great time of my life with my PeePaw. Love you brother.

Derik Bieri you are the Bob Ross of automotive. Thanks so much for your great content. Always praying for you and your family.

a man has a day off, and instead of drinking wobblepops and enjoying the sunshine, he's fixing a tractor for us

Cool to see the old tractor running again. There's just something awesome about old school tractors. No computers just simple

58 mins. and she runs! That, ladies and gentlemen, is United States of America manufacturing back when that meant something. Derek one of your best. Diagnostics at its best. I am a complete nincompoop when it comes to internal combustion engines but thanks to you and can begin to follow along pretty good.

I love how Derick tries to play it off like he is just too lazy to bring his other tractor over. He just can't stand seeing something sitting around not running! The man loves to save things and give them new life.

Love it when a guy uploads an hour + long video for me to watch on my weekends. 👍🏻👍🏻

As a suburban boy who moved to the country, I have no use for an 8N but I want one. They look happy to be what they are!

As an older feller that found myself watching every video I can find by VGG...I did the right thing and subscribed! I even found my way to the bleep bloop section to express my thanks to you and your family! Keep up the good work and thank you for sharing it with us!

An elderly man who lived two houses away from us had an 8n ford. This was in the late fifties when I was just a kid. Thank you for getting the old girl running. It warms this dinosaur’s heart.

I’m a GM car and truck guy, but you just can’t beat the old Ford tractors. Have a 58 801 Powermaster that was bought brand new by my grandpa and is still my dad’s daily tractor to this day. Built the same year he was born and never had anything serious done to it. All original engine, clutch, everything..zero problems and used heavily and beat on for 66 years! 👍🏻

At the 24:10 mark we hear a humble beautiful soul appreciating what he has built. We love you too Derek!

When I was young I thought I was a pretty good mechanic but after watching you I finally realized I know less than nothing. It’s always a pleasure watching your videos. Thank you.

Derek should write a book. Possibly the most inspirational person I've ever seen online.

The Ford 8N was the first tractor I ever drove. It belonged to my grandfather and it was my first step to driving large farming equipment until I joined the Air Force in 1973. At 73 years old I still miss being out in the open field, riding the tractor and being left to my own devices. Thanks for sharing!

Personally Derek, I really enjoy the Tractor revivals! Maybe more than the old vintage car revivals ... nope, probably not. Anywho, I'm always impressed with your knowledge of vintage tractors and look forward to more tractor revivals! Just keep being you!!

When I was about six years old my daddy bought a house that had about 6 feet of weeds and growth and all that, the backyard was an Orchard in the City ! All kinda GOOD Fruit . Yep, he got a Bush Hog + ended up with a Wonderful Piece of Property 💕💪😎 , Thanks VGG+ Family!

I'm going to assume that Derek hasn't sat down to watch TV in eleventy niner million years, he probably doesn't even know how to work the remote cause he's never seen one. The guy is ALWAYS on the go, working his tail off, sun up to well after sun down. Much love and respect brother, you're a damn beast!

The gentleness in today's crazy world is so appreciated. Thanks Derek.

When I was a young boy in the 60’s I used to ride on the fender of my grandpas 8N all over his farm. As I grew I had to switch to riding on the 3 point hitch holding onto the back of grandpas seat! On Halloween he took all of us grandkids into town on a hay wagon to trick or treat. I didn’t know much about tractors then but I knew my grandpa was a hard working man and expected the same out of all of his equipment and that tractor NEVER failed to do whatever he asked of it. The sound of that engine brings back fond memories!

I needed a tractor. My father gave me his 1949 8N. A little Marvel Mystery Oil in the sparkalator holes and the compression came along, and just like that, best tractor ever. New tires and rattle can paint job and I could not be happier. I only wish she was a live PTO like the 53 and newer Fords. Loved this video. Even had to show the wife.

Wow!! You’re a busy man. You drove in the Indy 800, met with Tony Angelo and released a video all in the same night! You must have super human powers 😂😂

Old tractors are just plain old cool! VGG Fridays rock!

I have an old Ford 2000 and it hasn’t been running since my dad died. I couldn’t bring myself to use it without him being around. You have given inspiration to drag it out and make it run again. Thank you for sharing your experience.

The sheer joy when you fired that bad boy up had me feeling that excitement, too. Derek, you are one of my favorite humans. You really are a national treasure!

The OG's remember the original Ford tractor vids.

Yes!!! Tractor revivals are my favorite!!

Spent the better part of my day on my 9n today. Had the root tiller out getting the garden ready for the summer. This tractor has been in the family for 54 years just love it so much.

I do more crying of laughter than watching the video. The way he describes things and words he uses. The bugs house. Lol. He is a comedian. i just love it.

VGG therapy never disappoints. Impossible not to relax and change your mood while watching Derrick. I only wish I could be this calm and patient with everything.

"TRACTOR SUPPLY" is your best friend with this revival, Derek!

Wow... My Uncle and I rebuilt his 8N about 15 years ago. Conversion to 12 volt.... Carb rebuilt. Rusty gas tank.... PTO seals.... Gauges... Good times with a great man!

Derek, this is some of the best content on you tube. When everything is falling apart in the world, this little 8N, which was the first tractor I ever drove, takes me back to when I was 12 years old without a care in the world and eases my worried mind. Thank you for reminding me that it's the little things that matter, God bless you.

This was a GREAT day to be out there playing with tractors!! Thanks for taking me with you. Btw your beard is taking on some color and just looking fantastic 👍

Hi Derek, just wanted to say a BIG Thank You for your content. I just lost my Dad tonight and wanted to let you know that your videos have always brought back memories of my Dad and I working on vehicles together. When I watch a video with you and your sons I remember being just like your sons asking questions and peering over the hood just watching my Dad make a car run again, Then when he let me get more involved it just all came full circle when I lead the way replacing the motor in his '04 Silverado that we did as a father son project. Just like you he wasn't a digitals fan and that's where I came in after going to automotive school and understanding the "new age" vehicles 😂😂 He was the one watching over the hood asking questions! 😂😂

Derek, that laugh when she fired up was priceless! Well done

THIS is the CLASSIC style of VGG that I've enjoyed for many years! My dad had a '48 8N which forged many fond memories for me.

2 VGG and a LGG video in the same week, Tractors and motor bikes, don’t get any better than that!!!

I'm the 3rd owner of a 49 8N. My grand pa got it from his brother in Alabama where he bought it new, and I got it from my grand pa. Old girls has been in the Hefner family since she was born, and I plan on giving it to my Son one day. These old girls just keep on going if ya give them just a little love every now and then! Thanks Derek for keeping another one moving!

The black tractor hands at the end were my favorite. I fix tractors and related things for a living, so I know tractor hands.

I never got guys fascination with these old tractors, UNTIL I watched your time-lapse video starting to clear your land...getting a tickle of why that is fun and cool now.

Those tractors helped feed the nation. Not just brush hog around the edges but plow disk plant and harvest. Good to see the old iron getting fixed up and put back to service ready.

Whoa feller! 2 videos in one week?! Thanks for all you do… we appreciate you more than you know.

Thank you so much for your content Derek it is an awesome escape from the stressful times that we have to live with everyday. Your family and friends are always just so special to us all. ❤️🙏🏻

Im in NC, and got a 1952 ford 8n, was sitting, you gave me inspiration to fix it, and got it running and driving yesterday, thank you for the videos and always look forward to seeing new ones, your comedy, experience, and the way you talk through things makes it easy for others to learn stuff, i have a few VWs and look foward to see you do a vw at some point.

A guy has enjoyed so many of these videos he feels he needs to say; Thank You VGG!

Derek, 74 years old and still ready to work! Great revival of a machine built to last! Congrats!

It was nice to see that old tractor come back to life. Those old tractors are amazingly tough and durable. Great that it will now be put back to work.

You could switch to just doing tractor rescues and I'd honestly not be mad. They've just got so much character!

A fellers evening is now complete. Another round of wobble pops. Thank you Derek, you've been busy with the posting this week, much appreciated. Wishing a great weekend for you and yours.

This one took me back to my childhood! I'm 56 now, but That tractor is the exact one my dad trained me on! They will run forever with a lil bit of care! Love this one, Derek. Got a tear in my eye...made me really miss my dad. Big thumbs up from me! God bless you and yours!👍

Wondering if a feller talks to himself the whole time he's working when the camera isn't on. If so, I'm sure the cats are as entertained as we are. Great content as always. Thanks for all you do, Derek.

I brought home a 52 8N and brush hog along with another early “parts” 8N over the weekend. I came in for lunch and saw this posted! Had to watch it a bit before getting back outside. I got the 52 running and drove it off the trailer, and got the engine freed up on the parts 8N to make another possible runner. Can’t beat these old things!

The reason I started watching VGG is cause I love the content. The reason I keep watching is because you consistently and sincerely express your appreciation. Thanks for keeping at this so hard and remaining a straight up good guy!

glad to see this tractor get new life

Sure wish they would build stuff to last like that today. Always enjoy your videos and your unique style and vocabulary!

I enjoyed watching 👀👀 this episode! No I want to go and find an old 8N ! Thanks again Derek! 😎🇺🇲🇺🇲🇺🇲

Suggestion, raise the 3pt hitch so the front of the cutter isn’t dragging and digging. Also, engage the PTO at idle. It is less of a shock to the mower and the tractor. When cutting, up the RPMs to over 2000. I think you will find that the cutter can co what you need and it will be steerable because the cutter isn’t dragging. We had a Ford 600 which was their next generation. These are good machines and will get the job dove for you. We miss our old tractor. It was fun

I have spent many hours on a tractor pulling a large mower like that and there is nothing like it, so calming and relaxing. 😊😊😊😊

For questionable gaskets, I carry a tube of Permatex #2 soft-set in my toolbox. Works every time as a band-aid!

I think I have seen this before, but it is so well worth watching Derek work on things! Next I am going to watch Derek and his wife that has spray-painted her jeep wrangler, can’t wait!

I have a ford 2000 and they are such good tractors. Ford 8n 9n and 600 all have proved to be great old tractors. Thanks again for your channel. Good people deserve great things.

Crossover episode between Garage and Lodge? I'm here for it. Love seeing you get old stuff running and love seeing you working on the property.

I grew up on Grandpa's 8N. All the sounds are exactly what I remember. The clutch pedal clanking on the running board, the starter whirring down when it fired but didn't start, the throttle lever scraping on the dash plate, etc. There's a little lever under the right side of the seat that selects draft control or position control. If it's in draft control, it might be the cause of the 'hog diving.

What a great man, whom doesn't take life for granted. Freely shares wisdom

My Grandfather had a 9n, rode around on that thing when I was a kid and mowed his field with it, I loved hearing the sound of that tractor again.

Those are the greatest tractors ever made, super simple, super reliable, easy to use and extremely forgiving. First tractor I ever learned to use

I really appreciate that it only took 4.4 minutes in for you to hold her wide open.

I bought a 1950 8n several years ago just to run a bush hog. It’s 74 years old and still putting work in.

Got my own 8N just recently, I'm doing a complete rebuild with all new parts from steiner tractor. I want my grandkids to be able to use it long after I'm gone.

Derek, you sounded like Bob Ross during your “I know I’m blessed” moment 😂 took me back. Thank you Derek and family for all these amazing videos!

I'm not 100% sure, but I feel like Derek takes some HEAVY inspiration from The Red Green Show... And it's fantastic 👌🏻. Ya know, if anyone remembers that gem.

Your best response I've seen in long time from you! On the start!

Derek, thank you for taking the effort to put up videos! I am retired NAVY , these videos remind me to get off my butt and work on projects that i missed out on while serving . Much Love Brother!

Weird..Im having a late night my self Now im learning how to restore a tractor il never own at 10pm. Thanks derek 👊 you're the man. Hands down

Ya know what I was most surprised by? The grease fittings still taking grease! LOL! Nice score, Derek! Those old tractors are so solid and reliable. Thanks for sharing, brother. God Bless you and your family.

Neighbor had one for sale a few years ago, I should have bought it just to listen to it run. Wonderful episode, great fun. Thanks Derek.

My uncle that I'm named after had one of these, I remember as a kid watching him do everything with that tractor. Just this month we purchased his old property and are moving there. Really wanting to get one of these to work that same land again just like he did.

We had one as a kid, it was my grandpa's. All that's left is the PTO driven cement mixer attachment. It's yours if you want it!

Derek- I have the same setup. Just park a 4x4 block of wood under the upper 3-pt arm on top of the axle and then set it down. You never have to stop and get the mower back up! Great video! Thanks!

From a lifetime Tennessean, I always mow/trim/run the tractor with a neck gaitor on (keeps the old UVs from toasting the ears and neck too)and take a shower immediately afterwards to wash off the allergens…makes a world of difference!

In the mid '70's our neighbor bought one. All he used it for was clearing snow off the driveway. We lived in the suburbs.🚜

My Dad had a Ford 8n back in the 70s. We had 8 acres. He cleared that property with that old tractor dragging trees and drilling out old stumps. Good memories.

I spent many hours on a similar rig when I was younger! Hang a few suitcase weights off the front bumper and she will steer like a dream!!!

Now I want an old 8n. Thanks for giving me more addictions. LOVE IT.

Well what a co-inky-dink! A guy was out in the boat shed messin round cleaning the carbs on the floaty thing and decided to see if the ole '48 8N thats also parked there would fire up.... Yep, thanks to a 12 volt conversion and a Pertronix Ignitor kit. A guy can testify that those kits make life with a front mount distributer MUCH more gooder. Then i come in, kick off the earth pounders, crack a cold snack, and find this vidja. Shoulda had an Old Milwaukee, cause it doesnt get better than this! Thanks for your hard work Derek.

Thanks for the continued entertainment. I hope you and the family are doing well!

Not many a folk know the feeling you get in your heart when your tractor that's been sitting for years starts up and purrs.

Own a 1955 Ford 600 that has not been started in 20 plus years. Thanks for the motivation! Time to get at it.

This brings back memories of watching my Dad use an 8n to cut brush for neighbors around 65 years ago, It was a nice little tractor. for a feller to get some work done. If you had a shade umbrella for it, that was even better.

Your revival of old vehicles is quite gratifying. This tractor has been taken care of so it won't take much to bring it up to the level you want.

That is about the best 8N going. Side Distributor, Sherman transmission, Overrunning Clutch on the PTO, aftermarket swinging drawbar, front Bumper. Everything I'd have on one. We had a 52 growing up.

Very cool episode. My grandpa had a 53 Jubilee just like your 8n. Great memories. He plowed the garden, moved snow, pulled out trees etc with it. Cool simple stuff. Wish life was still simple. Best Wishes. Todd