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<p>The history of Deere & Company is several stories at once. It is the saga of an American folk hero remembered as the man "who gave to the world the steel plow." John Deere's Company - Volume 1 is the story of rural and small-town America from the time eastern farmers began moving into the Midwest in the early 1800s, through the American industrial revolution of the late 19th and up to the creation of the first John Deere tractors. </p> <p>It is also the story of an uncommon family whose members for 145 years directed the destiny of one of America's oldest business firms--now the largest agricultural machinery manufacturer in the world--until the first nonfamily member, Robert Hanson, was named chief executive officer of Deere in 1982.</p> <p>The story follows the company's role in the extraordinary growth of the American agricultural economy; its role in the discovery and application of major innovations in machinery and manufacturing methods; and, finally, its role in the sharing of that technology throughout the world.</p> <p>Those roles were influenced by the Populist movement in the 19th century, by the early attempts of unions to organize the farm implement industry, and by the competitive tactics and strategies of industrial leaders whose companies battled each other for market share.</p> <p>Wayne Broehl has taken these several historic threads and woven them into this lively and absorbing historical account. The updated and revised book has been divided into two volumes, this is Volume 1.</p>
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<p><i>John Deere's Company</i> is an engaging two-volume narrative account of Deere's growth from its foundation by a blacksmith to its position as a dominant maker of agricultural machinery. This is Volume 2, which covers company history from 1928 to 1982--essentially from the Model GP tractor to the 40 Series tractors.</p><p>Author Wayne G. Broehl Jr. dedicated the better part of a decade to this work, and the comprehensive overview of John Deere is packed with details on the entire industry as well as insight into some of the most fascinating strategies, backroom deals, and near-miss acquisitions in agricultural company history.</p><p>The story follows the company's role in the extraordinary growth of the American agricultural economy, its role in the discovery and application of major innovations in machinery and manufacturing methods, and, finally, its role in the sharing of that technology throughout the world.</p><p>Readers are privy to intriguing backstories, including the partnership with Caterpillar, Charles Wiman's strategy for taking over the number one position in the agriculture industry, the collaboration with Yanmar, and the fascinating merger attempt with Fiat--as well as consideration of a joint venture with Deutz.</p><p>Broehl Jr. has woven these complex threads into a lively and absorbing historical account that is a must-read for anyone who loves the history of heavy machines and American industry.</p>
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With a Haynes manual, you can do-it-yourself...from simple maintenance to basic repairs. Haynes writes every book based on a complete teardown of the vehicle, where we learn the best ways to do a job and that makes it quicker, easier and cheaper for you. Haynes books have clear instructions and hundreds of photographs that show each step. Whether you are a beginner or a pro, you can save big with a Haynes manual!<br><br> This manual features complete coverage for your John Deere tractor, covering:<ul><li>Routine maintenance</li><li>Tune-up procedures</li><li>Engine repair Cooling and heating</li><li>Air conditioning</li><li>Fuel and exhaust</li><li>Emissions control</li><li>Ignition, brakes</li><li>Suspension and steering</li><li>Electrical systems, and</li><li>Wiring diagrams</li></ul><p>Models covered include:</p><ul><li>John Deere 3010</li><li>John Deere 3020</li><li>John Deere 4000</li><li>John Deere 4010</li><li>John Deere 4020</li><li>John Deere 4320</li><li>John Deere 4520</li><li>John Deere 4620</li><li>John Deere 5010</li><li>John Deere 5020</li><li>John Deere 6030</li></ul>
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Diesel Models: 1020, 1520, 1530, 2020, 2030 Gas Models: 1020, 1520, 2020, 2030
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Diesel Models 2150, 2155, 2255, 2350, 2355, 2355N, 2550, 2555
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Diesel models: 4030, 4230, 4430, 4630 Gasoline models: 4030, 4230
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Diesel models: 4055, 4255, 4455, 4555, 4755, 4955
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Diesel Models: 80, 420, 430, 435D, 440 (Serial No. 448000 & prior), 440ID, 720, 730, 820 (2- & 3-cyl.), 830 (2- & 3-cyl.) Gasoline Models: 40, 320, 330, 420, 430, 440 (Serial No. 448001 & up)
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Gasoline Models: 2510, 2520 Diesel Models: 2040, 2240, 2440, 2510, 2520, 2630, 2640, 4040, 4240, 4440, 4640, 4840
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With a Haynes manual, you can do-it-yourself...from simple maintenance to basic repairs. Haynes writes every book based on a complete teardown of the vehicle, where we learn the best ways to do a job and that makes it quicker, easier and cheaper for you. Haynes books have clear instructions and hundreds of photographs that show each step. Whether you are a beginner or a pro, you can save big with a Haynes manual!<br><br> This manual features complete coverage for your John Deere Tractor Models 50, 60 and 70, covering:<ul><li>Routine maintenance</li><li>Tune-up procedures</li><li>Engine repair Cooling and heating</li><li>Air conditioning</li><li>Fuel and exhaust</li><li>Emissions control</li><li>Ignition, brakes</li><li>Suspension and steering</li><li>Electrical systems, and</li><li>Wiring diagrams</li></ul>
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With a Haynes manual, you can do-it-yourself...from simple maintenance to basic repairs. Haynes writes every book based on a complete teardown of the vehicle, where we learn the best ways to do a job and that makes it quicker, easier and cheaper for you. Haynes books have clear instructions and hundreds of photographs that show each step. Whether you are a beginner or a pro, you can save big with a Haynes manual!<br><br> This manual features complete coverage for your John Deere tractor, covering:<ul><li>Routine maintenance</li><li>Tune-up procedures</li><li>Engine repair Cooling and heating</li><li>Air conditioning</li><li>Fuel and exhaust</li><li>Emissions control</li><li>Ignition, brakes</li><li>Suspension and steering</li><li>Electrical systems</li></ul>Models covered include:<ul><li>John Deere M</li><li>John Deere Model D</li><li>John Deere MT</li><li>John Deere Series A</li><li>John Deere Series B</li><li>John Deere Series G</li><li>John Deere Series H</li></ul>
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<p> Long respected as a manufacturer of sturdy agricultural machinery, the John Deere Company began in the 1960s to build a line of consumer products in a dedicated factory in Horicon, Wisconsin. Starting with a lawn and garden tractor in 1963, Deere soon entered the fast-growing snowmobile market, introducing two models in 1971. The next 13 years would see a succession of models as Deere vied against tough competitors in a weather-dependent market.</p><p> This detailed history, written by two key participants in the snowmobile program, describes the development of John Deere snowmobiles from start to finish: the design and engineering decisions that shaped each important model; reception of the snowmobiles by consumers; the factory race teams; the introduction of front-engine and water-cooled models; the process of selecting engines and negotiating with suppliers, including when problems developed; and the snowmobiles' impact on product engineering. The text provides an inside view of Deere's Consumer Products Division at a time of rapid growth, and of the people and processes that made it all happen.</p>
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Discusses The Invention Of The John Deere Plow And The Man Behind It, Including The Idea, The Obstacles, And The Eventual Success-- Provided By Publisher.
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