Description

If you’ve ever opened up your oil bath air cleaner and found it black with dirt after just a day’s work, you know exactly why a good pre-cleaner is worth its weight in gold. This 2-1/4 inch diameter pre-cleaner assembly sits on top of your Ford 4000 or 5000 series tractor’s air intake, spinning out the heavy dust and chaff before it ever reaches your main oil bath filter. It’s like having a bouncer at the door, keeping the worst troublemakers from getting into your engine’s expensive party.

What You’re Getting

2-1/4 inch diameter design engineered specifically for Ford’s oil bath air system
Centrifugal dust separation that spins out heavy particles before they reach your oil bath
Durable TISCO construction built to handle the constant vibration and weather exposure
Direct replacement for original equipment – no modifications or adapters needed
Dramatically extends the life of your oil bath filter and reduces cleaning frequency

Built for Real Farm Work

Ford 4000 and 5000 series tractors were popular utility workhorses from the mid-1960s through 1970s, widely used for mixed farming operations, cultivation, hay production, and livestock management. These mid-range tractors typically operated between 55-70 horsepower, making them ideal for row crop farming, pasture maintenance, loader work, and general agricultural tasks. Whether you’re running a brush hog, pulling a cultivator, or working in dusty harvest conditions, this pre-cleaner keeps working when the dust gets thick.

Made to Last

The oil bath air cleaner system was particularly effective in these environments, providing superior filtration compared to dry paper elements when working in extremely dusty conditions like harvesting, cultivation, and hay production. The pre cleaner assembly works by creating centrifugal action that spins heavier dust particles outward before they reach the main oil bath filter, significantly reducing the cleaning frequency required for the oil bath system. This pre-cleaner extends that protection even further, handling the initial assault of dust and debris so your oil bath can focus on the finer particles.

Installation Notes

Installation takes about ten minutes – just remove your old pre-cleaner and thread on the new one. Make sure the 2-1/4 inch diameter matches your air intake pipe. Clean air intake is critical for optimal combustion, fuel economy, and power output, especially during demanding field operations. This first-stage filtration protects the engine from premature wear caused by abrasive particles, maintaining proper compression and extending engine life. Check it occasionally during dusty work – you’ll be amazed at how much dirt it catches that would have gone straight into your oil bath.