How to fix 1957 ford 960 tractor that starts runs dies

The first thing you need done is to have the electronic engine control module scanned for codes, this is called a OBD 1 fault code test. It takes a special scan took so a shop or dealer will need to perform the test.

Try cleaning your injectors, running seafoam through the system, and cleaning the carb. Check all of your vacume hoses and connections as well.

check your AC compressor

Sorry to say someone will have to have tools ready to check it the next time it quits running.
Could be a relay, the ignition module, the coil, or anything else that can get hot and stop working.

will it start right back up? could be fuel filter or pump

Just a thought! There is a provision where when fuel pressure drops the ignition is shut off. This is to prevent pumping when the fuel line is compromised. Monitor fuel pressure to see if it drops during normal operation.

Is there a check engine light when it is running? If not, a common problem on these (with no check engine light) is the crankshaft sensor failing-it can run intermittently, or not start at all if it is bad, they run about $35 and are held in by one bolt, usually pretty easy to replace.

fuel pump is a likely cause as it will run fine when cold and once it heats up it loses powers muffles backfires and dies.

check all of the vaccum lines and check to see if your intake manifold is leaking and you fuel filter maybe clogged

Do you check your Catalytic.... i haved the same problem a while a go.. i remove it and runs great... because the Catalytic was full and the combusted gaz can pass through To much Pressure