Books by Tharran E Gaines
Explore our curated list of farming and tractor history books.
How to Restore Classic John Deere Tractors
Color photographs demonstrate the procedures for overhauling the engine and restoring the major components and body of Waterloo-built and Dubuque-built John Deere tractors, often referred to as Johnny Poppers. Gaines, who writes manuals and brochures for tractor companies, identifies which models ar
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How to Restore Classic John Deere Tractors The Ultimate Do-It-Yourself Guide to Rebuilding and Restoring Deere Two-Cylinder Tractors
Finally! A restoration guide with the kind of detail needed for a first-class job. "How To Restore Classic John Deere Tractors" is packed with hundreds of helpful full-color photographs, proven tips and techniques, and money-saving advice from restorers who know what works . . . and what doesn't. This guide will walk you step-by-step through the complete restoration of your tractor from disassembly to engine rebuild, from electrical repairs to painting and final detailing. There's even a handy section on parts sources. With Gaines's guidance you're well on your way to showing off your shiny "new" classic tractor! Say, you wouldn't mind giving me a hand with this starter, would ya?
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How To Restore Your Farm Tractor
<p><b>Finally! A restoration guide with the kind of detail needed for a first-class job.</b></p><p><i>How to Restore Your Farm Tractor</i> is packed with hundreds of helpful full-color photographs, proven tips and techniques, and money-saving advice from restorers who know what works . . . and what doesn’t. Tharran Gaines’ expert DIY guide will walk you step-by-step through the complete restoration of your tractor, from disassembly to engine rebuild, electrics, painting, and final detailing. There’s even a handy section on parts sources. So, no matter if you favor John Deeres, Fords, Farmalls, A-Cs, or Minnie-Mos, with Gaines’ guidance, you’re well on your way to showing off your shiny “new” classic tractor!</p>
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How To Restore Your Farm Tractor
<p><b>Finally! A restoration guide with the kind of detail needed for a first-class job.</b></p><p><i>How to Restore Your Farm Tractor</i> is packed with hundreds of helpful full-color photographs, proven tips and techniques, and money-saving advice from restorers who know what works . . . and what doesn’t. Tharran Gaines’ expert DIY guide will walk you step-by-step through the complete restoration of your tractor, from disassembly to engine rebuild, electrics, painting, and final detailing. There’s even a handy section on parts sources. So, no matter if you favor John Deeres, Fords, Farmalls, A-Cs, or Minnie-Mos, with Gaines’ guidance, you’re well on your way to showing off your shiny “new� classic tractor!</p>
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How to Restore Your Farm Tractor Choosing a tractor and setting up a workshop - Engine, transmission, and PTO rebuilds - Bodywork, painting, and decals and badging
<b>The only all-marque antique tractor restoration guide is back in print, packed with the kind of detail you need to complete a first-class restoration.<br><br><i>How to Restore Your Farm Tractor</i></b>features hundreds of helpful <b>full-color photographs</b>, proven <b>tips and techniques</b>, and money-saving <b>advice </b>from restorers who know what works…and what doesn’t. Tractor expert Tharran Gaines walks you step by step through the restoration techniques applicable to all of the most popular and collectible makes, covering:<ul><li>Shopping for a tractor and setting up shop</li><li>Engine disassembly and rebuild</li><li>Clutches and transmissions</li><li>Final drives and brakes</li><li>Steering</li><li>Hydraulic, electrical, and fuel systems</li><li>Tires and wheels</li><li>Body repair, painting, and decals</li></ul>There’s even information on antique <b>tractor shows </b>and demos, as well as a handy updated section on <b>parts sources</b>. <b>John Deere</b>, <b>Ford</b>, <b>Farmall</b>, <b>Allis-Chalmers</b>, <b>Minneapolis-Moline</b>, and more…no matter your passion, with Gaines’ guidance you will be well on your way to transforming that old tractor into a shiny “new” classic!
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How to Restore Your Farm Tractor Choosing a Tractor and Setting Up a Workshop - Engine, Transmission, and PTO Rebuilds - Bodywork, Painting, and Decals and Badging
<b>The only all-marque antique tractor restoration guide is back in print, packed with the kind of detail you need to complete a first-class restoration. <p><i>How to Restore Your Farm Tractor</i></b>features hundreds of helpful <b>full-color photographs</b>, proven <b>tips and techniques</b>, and money-saving <b>advice </b>from restorers who know what works...and what doesn't. Tractor expert Tharran Gaines walks you step by step through the restoration techniques applicable to all of the most popular and collectible makes, covering: <ul><li>Shopping for a tractor and setting up shop</li><li>Engine disassembly and rebuild</li><li>Clutches and transmissions</li><li>Final drives and brakes</li><li>Steering</li><li>Hydraulic, electrical, and fuel systems</li><li>Tires and wheels</li><li>Body repair, painting, and decals</li></ul>There's even information on antique <b>tractor shows </b>and demos, as well as a handy updated section on <b>parts sources</b>. <b>John Deere</b>, <b>Ford</b>, <b>Farmall</b>, <b>Allis-Chalmers</b>, <b>Minneapolis-Moline</b>, and more...no matter your passion, with Gaines' guidance you will be well on your way to transforming that old tractor into a shiny "new" classic!
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