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Original John Deere Letter Series Tractors, 1923-1954
Original John Deere Letter Series Tractors, 1923-1954

The 1923 Model D represented a watershed for Deere & Company insomuch as it was the implement-maker's first foray into tractor production after purchasing the Waterloo Gasoline Traction Engine Company. Ideal for those seeking authentic restorations, this marvelous color guide examines all of Deere's post-merger "Letter Series" tractors through the 1954 Model R. Each chapter features exhaustive data, color photography depicting handsomely restored tractors in evocative settings and up-close detail shots. Covers industrial tractors and crawlers, as well as agricultural models.

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Original John Deere Model A
Original John Deere Model A

One of John Deere's most successful tractors, the Model A is thoroughly chronicled in this color tribute. Detailed chapters cover: Introduction of the A; Unstyled Model A Row-Crops; Styled Model A Row-Crops; The Model A at Tractor Shows; The Unstyled Model AR; The "Baby R"; The Unstyled Model AO; Model AO Streamlined; The Styled Model AO; Model AI; and Model A Hi-Crop. Each chapter describes the tractor, and provides serial number range/production years, production changes, paint schemes, decal placement, and available equipment.

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Payline International Harvester's Construction Equipment Division
Payline International Harvester's Construction Equipment Division

To many people, a wheel loader is called a PayLoader, thanks to the dominance of the classic rubber-tired, hydraulic front-end loader first developed by the Frank G. Hough company in 1944. When International Harvester acquired Hough and combined it with its struggling construction equipment division in 1974, PayLine was born, with the PayLoader as its signature machine.<br> <br> This book tells the story of PayLine, which marked the high point of International Harvester's foray into construction equipment. Oscar H. Will III chronicles the company's early efforts, its success with machines ranging from the PayLoader to the PayHauler, and it's expansion right up to its sale to Dresser Industries in 1982.<br> <br> With attention to each particular model, including history, specifications, market position, and color photographs of these mighty machines at work, this book is a fitting tribute to International Harvester's giants in the earth, and a critical chapter in the story of American industry.

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Photo Book Of Farm Tractors: Farm Tractors Picture Book - 30+ Pictures Photos For Fans, 2023 Supercar Photobook Christmas Gifts For Men Husband Dad Boy Friends
Photo Book Of Farm Tractors: Farm Tractors Picture Book - 30+ Pictures Photos For Fans, 2023 Supercar Photobook Christmas Gifts For Men Husband Dad Boy Friends

👉 Farm Tractors Photo Book 👈<br/>Release your stress, find a suitable space then find out what will satisfy you inside this Farm Tractors Photo Book!<br/>This book is a fascinating collection of unique and perfect images of Farm Tractors, which will take you into their world and your own passion will be satisfied!<br/>So just leave all your stress behind and discover many amazing posters are waiting for you in this book!<br/>Besides that, this book is the perfect gift for anyone who loves Farm Tractors. Don't be afraid and pick this book up right now!<br/>About this Photo Book:<br/>🎁 30+ colorful pages with high-quality illustrations.<br/>🎁 The high-quality images in our book allow you to relax and relieve stress yourself.<br/>🎁 Large format. Size pages 8.5x11 Inch<br/>🎁 Fantastic gift. Surprise your friends, relatives or beloved ones with this fantastic gift!<br/>🎁 The multitude of colorful image in the book and our attention to detail makes it a perfect gift. Surprise them by giving them great pics of this book!<br/>❤ What are you waiting for? Let's enjoy these beautiful illustrations of this book now! ❤<br/>Makes a perfect Thanksgiving, Christmas or New Year gift and have a great time together.<br/>Wishing you and your family a lifetime of happiness, optimism, and love.<br/>❤ Thank you for being our Customers and choosing our products.<br/>❤ Enjoy your moment!

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Plastics Repair
Plastics Repair

<p>Modern Plastics; Materials, Tools & Safety Requirements; Identifying Plastics, Making Adhesive Repairs; Making Welding Repairs. 1st edition, 49 pages with over 70 illustrations, many in color. (ISBN 0-86691-210-X).</p>

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Power Trains
Power Trains

Tells how transmissions & clutches work - gear, friction, & fluid types. Shows how the basic types of gears work, & what gear failures look like. Explains backlash, endplay, & preload adjustments. Covers six basic types of clutches in detail. Gives complete information on modern hydrostatic drives, torque converters, & planetary units. Tells how to troubleshoot & locate failures. Text features "Test Yourself" quizzes, glossary of terms & symbols, & pictures of failed parts. CONTENTS: Basic principles, clutches, mechanical transmissions, hydraulic assist transmissions, hydrostatic drives, torque converters, differentials, final drives, PTO's & special drives.

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Power Trains
Power Trains

Tells how transmissions & clutches work - gear, friction, & fluid types. Shows how the basic types of gears work, & what gear failures look like. Explains backlash, endplay, & preload adjustments. Covers six basic types of clutches in detail. Gives complete information on modern hydrostatic drives, torque converters, & planetary units. Tells how to troubleshoot & locate failures. Text features "Test Yourself" quizzes, glossary of terms & symbols, & pictures of failed parts. CONTENTS: Basic principles, clutches, mechanical transmissions, hydraulic assist transmissions, hydrostatic drives, torque converters, differentials, final drives, PTO's & special drives.

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Power Trains
Power Trains

Tells how transmissions & clutches work - gear, friction, & fluid types. Shows how the basic types of gears work, & what gear failures look like. Explains backlash, endplay, & preload adjustments. Covers six basic types of clutches in detail. Gives complete information on modern hydrostatic drives, torque converters, & planetary units. Tells how to troubleshoot & locate failures. Text features "Test Yourself" quizzes, glossary of terms & symbols, & pictures of failed parts. CONTENTS: Basic principles, clutches, mechanical transmissions, hydraulic assist transmissions, hydrostatic drives, torque converters, differentials, final drives, PTO's & special drives.

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Power Trains 5ED
Power Trains 5ED

In this book "power trains" is a broad term with the prime interest in transmissions used to transmit power on farm and industrial machines, especially those made by John Deere Co.

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Preventive Maintenance A Practical Step-by-step Guide to Reducing Equipment Operating Costs and Downtime and Improving Operating Safety
Preventive Maintenance A Practical Step-by-step Guide to Reducing Equipment Operating Costs and Downtime and Improving Operating Safety

Covers care of all types of engine-powered equipment - tractors, combines, forage harvesters, & more. Tells why preventive maintenance must be performed & shows step-by-step how to do it. Gives details on daily, weekly, & other maintenance jobs, plus extra chapters on tune-ups, troubleshooting, & storage. Uses colorful diagrams to give theory of operation as an introduction to maintenance. Shows use of basic test equipment needed by the modern operator. CONTENTS: Purpose of maintenance, keeping records, intervals of maintenance, engine intake & exhaust systems, engine fuel systems, engine governing systems, engine lubricating systems, engine cooling systems, engine electrical systems, power trains, hydraulic systems, steering & brakes, cabs & accessories, air conditioning, other components, basic test equipment, tune-up & troubleshooting & storage.

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Preventive Maintenance A Practical Step-by-step Guide to Reducing Equipment Operating Costs and Downtime and Improving Operating Safety
Preventive Maintenance A Practical Step-by-step Guide to Reducing Equipment Operating Costs and Downtime and Improving Operating Safety

Preventive Maintenance

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Red 4WD Tractors 1957-2017 High-horsepower Four-wheel-drive Tractors from International Harvester, Steiger, J.I. Case & Case IH
Red 4WD Tractors 1957-2017 High-horsepower Four-wheel-drive Tractors from International Harvester, Steiger, J.I. Case & Case IH

<p>The story of the four-wheel-drive tractors built by Steiger, International Harvester, Case, and Case IH is told in dramatic fashion in this authoritative guide. Starting with the development of early four-wheel-drive systems at International Harvester, the book traces the evolution and design some of the most powerful and capable tractors of the twentieth century. With fresh detail on the 4300, 4100, Steiger-built IH tractors, and the 2+2 tractors including the Super 70 series, the book offers prototype drawings of several models--including the complete story of the never-before-published Magnum 2+2-- as well as inside stories and backroom drama that is a must for any enthusiast for farm history or tractors. <br><br>Learn the complete story of Steiger tractors, which were originally designed and built in the barn of John, Douglass, and Maurice Steiger located near Red Lake Falls, Minnesota. Containing interviews with more than 50 of the people who built Steiger from its humble origin to a world leader, the book traces the evolution of the lime green Steigers in engrossing detail. The book also covers the J.I. Case 4WD line in great detail. In addition, the book tells the story of how each of these significant players in the industry combined under one banner and--together--created one of the current industry-leading technologies, the Quadtrac. The modern evolution of the Steigers and the introduction of the STX Series (and more) also receive in-depth coverage.<br><br>The same team that created the award-winning books Red Tractors 1958-2013 and Red Combines 1915-2015 created this book, and notable new contributors include Sherry Schaefer (editor of Heritage Iron magazine) and noted historian Jim Allen. Contributors include Sherry Schaefer, Oscar H. Will III, Jim Allen, Kenneth Updike, Todd Markle, Gregg Montgomery, Guy Fay, Martin Rickatson, Sarah Tomac, Matthias Buschmann, Jean Cointe, Michael Osweiler, and Johann Dittmer.</p>

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Red Combines 1915-2015 The Authoritative Guide to International Harvester and Case IH Combines and Harvesting Equipment
Red Combines 1915-2015 The Authoritative Guide to International Harvester and Case IH Combines and Harvesting Equipment

<p>This award-winning book chronicles the complete story of the red combine's impact on agriculture and society. Co-authored by long-time IH and Case IH product manager Gerry Salzman, Red Combines 1915-2020 is a unique collaboration that featured Klancher's storytelling ability and Salzman's knowledge from 42 years as an industry leader and insider. The book includes photographs and details about every International Harvester and Case IH combine built in the United States and abroad, and tells the story of the creation of the Axial-Flow combine, which was developed in a garage so secret only a few people knew it existed. The Axial-Flow combine was a technological leap that transformed the industry when introduced in 1977. The book covers the entire line of red combines, including the CBX, a top-secret mega-combine built in the 1990s. Also included is brief coverage of J.I. Case combines. Authored by Lee Klancher and the team of talented contributors who created the award-winning Red Tractors 1958-2013, this thorough and entertaining book is another captivating volume sure to please fans of agricultural equipment and farm history.</p>

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Red Combines 1915-2015 The Authoritative Guide to International Harvester and Case IH Combines and Harvesting Equipment
Red Combines 1915-2015 The Authoritative Guide to International Harvester and Case IH Combines and Harvesting Equipment

The first axial flow combine transformed the industry and was hailed as the most significant piece of farm equipment built in the 20th century. The axial flow used advanced technology to process crops faster and more efficiently than anything else on the market. The axial flow started with research done by a rogue Swedish engineer in the 1950s, was continued in secret by a group of dedicated engineers from East Moline, Illinois, who did their work in a top-secret garage that only a select few were allowed to enter. The book tells the story of how extensive research and development allowed IH to build a new machine that took the market by storm. Done with dozens of interviews of engineers, salespeople, and customers, the book captures the behind the scenes drama and the cloak and dagger encounters with rival companies personnel and machines. The dramatic text is accompanied by more than 300 archival images, concept drawings, sketches, and new photography of the machines and men at work today.

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Red Combines 1915-2020 The Authoritative Guide to International Harvester and Case Ih Combines and Harvesting Equipment
Red Combines 1915-2020 The Authoritative Guide to International Harvester and Case Ih Combines and Harvesting Equipment

<p>This award-winning book chronicles the complete story of the red combine's impact on agriculture and society. Co-authored by long-time IH and Case IH product manager Gerry Salzman, Red Combines 1915-2020 is a unique collaboration that featured Klancher's storytelling ability and Salzman's knowledge from 42 years as an industry leader and insider. The book includes photographs and details about every International Harvester and Case IH combine built in the United States and abroad, and tells the story of the creation of the Axial-Flow combine, which was developed in a garage so secret only a few people knew it existed. The Axial-Flow combine was a technological leap that transformed the industry when introduced in 1977. The book covers the entire line of red combines, including the CBX, a top-secret mega-combine built in the 1990s. Also included is brief coverage of J.I. Case combines. Authored by Lee Klancher and the team of talented contributors who created the award-winning Red Tractors 1958-2013, this thorough and entertaining book is another captivating volume sure to please fans of agricultural equipment and farm history.</p>

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Red Tractor Book Set Set of 3 Red Tractors
Red Tractor Book Set Set of 3 Red Tractors

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Red Tractors 1958-2018 The Authoritative Guide to International Harvester and Case-IH Farm Tractors in the Modern Era
Red Tractors 1958-2018 The Authoritative Guide to International Harvester and Case-IH Farm Tractors in the Modern Era

<p>This award-winning history of International Harvester and Case IH tractors includes data and photos of every model built from 1958, as well as in-depth information about how these tractors were designed and constructed.</p> <p>With interviews of engineers and executives, the book covers how the 40 and 60 series were created, and thoroughly covers the red tractors from the 1960s through the 1980s. The book also traces the innovations and struggles of the final days of International Harvester. The authors unearthed a treasure trove of concept drawings and photos of prototype machines to shed new light on how these tractors were created.</p> <p>The book includes the exciting story of the creation of the Case-IH Magnum, an innovative machine that blends some of the great engineering done by IH with the Cummins engine built by Case. The modern era of Case IH is also included, with the story of the creation of the Quadtrac as well as the entire line of tractors. With a mix of new photography of some of the most exceptional collectible models in existence along with hundreds of previously unpublished photographs, this thorough book is the most authoritative guide on red tractors ever published.</p>

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Red Tractors 1958-2018 The German Edition of the Authoritative Guide to International Harvester and Case IH Farm Tractors in the Modern Era
Red Tractors 1958-2018 The German Edition of the Authoritative Guide to International Harvester and Case IH Farm Tractors in the Modern Era

<p>This award-winning history of International Harvester and Case IH tractors includes data and photos of every model built from 1958, as well as in-depth information about how these tractors were designed and constructed. With interviews of engineers and executives, the book covers how the 40 and 60 series were created, and thoroughly covers the red tractors from the 1960s through the 1980s. The book also traces the innovations and struggles of the final days of International Harvester. The authors unearthed a treasure trove of concept drawings and photos of prototype machines to shed new light on how these tractors were created. The book includes the exciting story of the creation of the Case-IH Magnum, an innovative machine that blends some of the great engineering done by IH with the Cummins engine built by Case. The modern era of Case IH is also included, with the story of the creation of the Quadtrac as well as the entire line of tractors. With a mix of new photography of some of the most exceptional collectible models in existence along with hundreds of previously unpublished photographs, this thorough book is the most authoritative guide on red tractors ever published.</p>

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Red Tractors 1958-2022 The Authoritative Guide to International Harvester and Case IH Farm Tractors in the Modern Era
Red Tractors 1958-2022 The Authoritative Guide to International Harvester and Case IH Farm Tractors in the Modern Era

<p>This award-winning history of International Harvester and Case IH tractors includes data and photos of every model built from 1958, as well as in-depth information about how these tractors were designed and constructed.</p> <p>With interviews of engineers and executives, the book covers how the 40 and 60 series were created, and thoroughly covers the red tractors from the 1960s through the 1980s. The book also traces the innovations and struggles of the final days of International Harvester. The authors unearthed a treasure trove of concept drawings and photos of prototype machines to shed new light on how these tractors were created.</p> <p>The book includes the exciting story of the creation of the Case-IH Magnum, an innovative machine that blends some of the great engineering done by IH with the Cummins engine built by Case. The modern era of Case IH is also included, with the story of the creation of the Quadtrac as well as the entire line of tractors. With a mix of new photography of some of the most exceptional collectible models in existence along with hundreds of previously unpublished photographs, this thorough book is the most authoritative guide on red tractors ever published.</p>

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Red Tractors and Farmall 2020 and Greeting Cards
Red Tractors and Farmall 2020 and Greeting Cards

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Red Tractors Collector's Edition Set
Red Tractors Collector's Edition Set

This fabulous set includes all three of the Collector's Editions of the Red Tractors series of books. This includes:? Red Tractors 1958-2013? Red Combines 1915-2015? Red 4WD Tractors 1957-2017Collector's Edition Features:Gorgeous leather-covered book in handmade clamshell case covered in black Saifu cloth with printed box interior. Four previously unpublished images of tractor prototypes which were never built. Each image is a heavy stock 8x10-inch photograph suitable for framing, with the story of the prototype's design, evolution, and ultimate demise printed on the back. Four images are available ONLY with the Collector's Edition and Serial Numbered Collector's Edition! These images will not be released to other media in any form!

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Red Tractors Exclusive Edition Set
Red Tractors Exclusive Edition Set

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Revolutionary Red Tractors
Revolutionary Red Tractors

<p>Explore how the invention and evolution of agricultural technology transformed the farmer's day-to-day life in <i>Machine Marvels: Revolutionary Red Tractors</i>. The book travels through time on a journey that begins in 1830 and takes you into the future, exploring the pivotal tractors and harvesting machines built by Case IH and their heritage brands International Harvester, Steiger, and J. I. Case. Each piece of equipment comes to life with rich historical and beautiful contemporary photographs of the machine, accompanied by an engrossing narrative and detailed graphics that illustrates the agricultural history, mechanics, engineering, and physics of these ground-breaking tractors. This book is ideal for young people fascinated with machinery as well as for anyone who wants to learn more about the hardworking people and the machines that feed our world!</p>

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Road Locomotives and Tractors from the Golden Age of Steam Power
Road Locomotives and Tractors from the Golden Age of Steam Power

Steam-driven locomotives played a major role in the 19th century where they took over the heavy haulage tasks from horses and ushered a new era in the history of transport. This book celebrates the many remarkable examples of these vehicles. It features over 200 photographs of surviving road locomotives and tractors. The commercial owners are identified and the author recalls the multitude of tasks these engines undertook. He also provides information about the companies that made them and traces the evolving designs of the many types that were constructed.

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