Our classic grey Fergie tractor - will it start? 1948 Ferguson TEA20

Our long-term resident 1948 grey Fergie tractor's engine hasn't run in a long time, so the question is - will it start? Being a fairly early Ferguson TE20 (actually TEA20, with the four-cylinder Standard petrol engine) it is petrol only, rather than petrol/TVO or diesel, so persuading this classic tractor to start up is identical to the procedure employed on old cars when they don't want to run, although the method of starting its engine using the gearlever is a neat detail.
If you're also a fan of classic tractors, little grey Fergie tractors in particular, please say hello in the comments. Do you have one under restoration? Perhaps you own a later Massey Ferguson?
Our Fergie leads an easy life although has been pressed into service whenever I need to move something large and non-running, its tight steering lock and manoeuvrability being particular useful. I can see why farmers bought Ferguson tractors in their droves when they were introduced, making them a very popular choice with fans of classic tractors everywhere. Back in the day my great uncle in mid-Wales worked at a tractor sales and service workshop, regularly tending to these old agricultural gems.
While this is primarily a classic & vintage road vehicle channel (see the homepage for all the videos now on here: www.youtube.co..., I thought it'd be fun to feature the old grey Fergie properly, as until now it's always appeared in the background of other vids only.
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