This comprehensive David Brown 1390 Full Service Repair Manual is your one-stop resource for all your repair, maintenance, rebuild, refurbishment, or restoration needs. The manual provides detailed instructions covering every aspect of your tractor, giving you the same level of expertise used by professional technicians and mechanics.
The manual is designed to be user-friendly, even for those with limited experience. Detailed sub-steps expand on repair procedures, ensuring a clear understanding. Notes, cautions, and warnings throughout the manual highlight critical information, helping you avoid potential issues. Numbered instructions guide you step-by-step through each repair procedure, making it easy to follow along. Bold figure numbers allow you to quickly match illustrations with instructions, ensuring accuracy.
The manual is richly illustrated with detailed drawings and photos, making it easy to visualize each step. Enlarged insets help you identify and examine parts in detail, eliminating confusion. A numbered table of contents provides quick access to the information you need. Troubleshooting and electrical service procedures are combined with detailed wiring diagrams, simplifying the diagnostic and repair process of your tractor's electrical system.
The David Brown 1390 is a powerful and versatile agricultural tractor that was manufactured by the David Brown company in the United Kingdom. Introduced in the late 1960s, the 1390 was a successor to the popular 1290 model and was designed to offer a significant increase in power and performance. The 1390 was powered by a 6-cylinder Perkins diesel engine, which produced over 90 horsepower, making it one of the most powerful tractors in its class. The tractor incorporated many innovative features for the time, including a fully independent hydraulic system for improved lifting capacity and a robust 4-wheel drive system for superior traction in challenging conditions. Its design emphasized reliability and durability, making it a workhorse favored by farmers and agricultural businesses.
Despite being discontinued in the 1980s, the David Brown 1390 remains a popular and sought-after tractor, particularly among enthusiasts and those who appreciate its classic design and robust performance. Its reputation for reliability and durability, coupled with the availability of parts and detailed repair manuals, ensures that the 1390 can continue to serve its owners well for years to come. The comprehensive repair manual, offering detailed instructions and illustrations covering every aspect of the tractor, empowers owners to maintain and repair their 1390s themselves, preserving the legacy of this iconic piece of agricultural machinery. This manual serves as a valuable resource for both professional mechanics and home mechanics, allowing them to diagnose and repair any problems that may arise, ensuring the continued operation of this versatile and powerful tractor.