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Farm Tractors on the Move
Farm Tractors on the Move

<p>It drives through dirt and mud. It pulls heavy machines through fields. This farm tractor is on the move! What jobs do tractors do? And how do farmers drive tractors? Read this book to find out!</p>

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Farm Tractors on the Move
Farm Tractors on the Move

6PACK. Beginning readers will enjoy the success they experience when they read about farm tractors. Vivid photographs and lively text introduce this high-interest vehicle and supply fun facts to early elementary school readers.

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Farm Tractors The History of the Tractor
Farm Tractors The History of the Tractor

Here is the complete illustrated history of the farm tractor, from the steamers of the 1850s to the current monstrous machines. Whether you're someone who has farmed or someone simply with a love of the land, this book will give you a new perspective on the enormous influence of the tractor upon the American farm and culture. Detailed descriptions of tractors especially significant to each period, essays on events defining the times, personal stories, memorabilia, and old black-and-white photos of farm scenes make this a complete look at one of America's greatest innovations.

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Farm Vehicle Coloring Book Farm Vehicles, Tractors and Wagons in Farming Life Scenes, Gift For Kids And Toddler Boys
Farm Vehicle Coloring Book Farm Vehicles, Tractors and Wagons in Farming Life Scenes, Gift For Kids And Toddler Boys

<b>Farm Vehicle Coloring Book - Fun And Education For Kids</b> <p>Make the <b>perfect gift</b> for anyone who loves coloring! Enjoy this Farm Vehicle Coloring Book for Kids who want learn more about farm life. Click the cover to reveal what's inside!</p> <p><b>About this book</b>:</p> <ul> <li><b>45 full pages</b> drawings of tractors, farm vehicles, agricultular machinery, farm life, and more,</li> <li>Printed on <b>high quality</b> solid white paper,</li> <li><b>Easily color</b> with crayons, colored pencils or colored pens,</li> <li><b>Beautiful designs</b> appropriate for all ages,</li> </ul> <p><b>Put a SMILE on your child face! Scroll up and BUY NOW!</b></p>

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Fiberglass
Fiberglass

Want to know how to repair damaged components & parts made of fiber glass or plastic? Text begins with a definition of fiber glass, its characteristics & its uses. Discusses various types of repair kits which include: fiber glass mats & cloth, resins & additives, epoxy adhesives, & body fillers. Covers preservation & storage of materials. Use this as a guide to repairing common types of damage that may be encountered. CONTENTS: Nature of fiber glass, materials & processes, tools, materials for repair, safety precautions, types of damages, repairing cosmetic damage, scratches & gouges, repairing structural damage, procedures for hairline cracks, procedures for small & large fractures & procedures for puncture repair.

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Field Guide to Classic Farm Tractors More Than 400 Models from 1900 to 1970
Field Guide to Classic Farm Tractors More Than 400 Models from 1900 to 1970

<p><b>TheΒ <i>Field Guide to Classic Farm TractorsΒ </i>featuresΒ all the classic machines you remember, plus a few rarities, and they are all here in photographedΒ glory.</b></p><p>A classic farm tractor is a conversation starter and a comforting reminder of <b>childhoods on the farm</b> and <b>adulthoods twisting a wrench</b> in the driveshaft. Tractors are cultural touchstones of another era, as familiar as the smell of apple pie baking in a farmhouse kitchen. All of that nostalgia is here in <i>Field Guide to Classic Farm Tractors</i>.</p><p>In this photo-saturated guidebook, you'll recognize the big brands of <b>classic farm tractors, such as</b> Allis-Chalmers, J. I. Case, Caterpillar, John Deere, Ford, and International Harvester (including Farmall). Also well-represented are <b>small and no-longer-existing brands like</b> Advance-Rumely, Cockshutt, Eagle, Fate-Root-Heath, Harry Ferguson, Friday Tractor, Hart-Parr, and Minneapolis-Moline. There are tractors from the United States, Canada, and Europe.</p><p><i>Field Guide to Classic Farm Tractors</i> includes <b>more than just handsome color photos</b> of these powerful machines. Each model description includes all the <b>pertinent details</b>: engine RPMs, type of fuel, maximum speed, wheel configurations, weight, number of plows the tractor can handle, and variations.</p><p>With more than<b> five hundred tractor models</b> and an array of color photographs depicting the most iconic ones, <i>Field Guide to Classic Farm Tractors</i> is a valued addition to any tractor lover's bookshelf.</p>

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Ford Farm Tractors
Ford Farm Tractors

In this beautifully illustrated history of Ford's tractors, author and photographer Randy Leffingwell celebrates the Ford family of tractors from their development to modern day. Research and photography, courtesy of the Henry Ford Museum Archives, brings Ford tractors and their creators to life. With archival black-and-white photography, and stunning full-color restorations, Leffingwell tells the story of the legendary Fordson, the Model T conversion tractors, European models, and the making of the beloved Ford-Ferguson Model 9N. Ford Farm Tractors is a book that belongs in the collection of any fan of these beautiful machines.

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Ford Farm Tractors
Ford Farm Tractors

A history of Ford Motor Company's involvement in the tractor industry, beginning with the legendary Fordson, up through the mergers, buyouts, and all the models in between, like the Ferguson 9N.

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Ford Farm Tractors of the 1950s
Ford Farm Tractors of the 1950s

This colorful history explains the design, production, and marketing of the first Ford and Fordson tractors produced after the company reneged on the late Henry Ford's infamous handshake agreement with Harry Ferguson. Randy Leffingwell's evocative color photography of restored and factory-original examples depicts the classics that Ford first produced when free to market and distribute their tractors as they saw fit. Included are the 8N, notable for its illegal incorporation of Ferguson patents; the NAA, or "Jubilee", which sported the company's Golden Jubilee logo; the Fordson Major, diesel-powered New Major, and beefed up Power Major; the 600, 700, 800 and 900 Series that seriously diversified the company's tractor line; and the three-cylinder Dexta.

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Full Steam Ahead Vol. 1 J. I. Case Tractors and Equipment 1842-1955
Full Steam Ahead Vol. 1 J. I. Case Tractors and Equipment 1842-1955

Step back in time and relive more than 100 years of Case farm machinery history from threshing machines and steam engines to gas tractors and even Case cars. Entertaining facts capture the flavor and history of the time, plus an insiders view of the development of early and later tractor models.

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Garrett Steam Tractors & Rollers
Garrett Steam Tractors & Rollers

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Great American Farm Tractor
Great American Farm Tractor

Full Color Illustrations

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Great American Tractors John Deere, Farmall and Ford
Great American Tractors John Deere, Farmall and Ford

While many American entrepreneurs tried their hand at tractor making, three companies stepped to the forefront: John Deere, International Harvester (makers of Farmall tractors), and Ford. From the assembly line to the field, this book provides the in-depth story of the production of America's most notable tractors. More than 375 photos, original ads, and brochures showcase these legendary tractors. Specifications, serial number listings, and production charts make this an invaluable reference for collector and enthusiasts alike.

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Great Farm Tractors
Great Farm Tractors

Rare book

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Great Farm Tractors
Great Farm Tractors

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Green Tractors Coloring Book
Green Tractors Coloring Book

<p>Color your way through tractor history with 36 beautiful drawings of your favorite farm machines. With designs based on the photography of Lee Klancher, this coloring book traces the evolution of early tractors to the sleek models of the 1960s and on to the high-horsepower muscle machines of the 1970s and 1980s. With these highly detailed designs, coloring enthusiasts young and old can explore the mechanics of a variety of machines. This selection will satisfy the seasoned tractor devotee as well as ignite a life-long passion in the next generation.</p> <p>With these highly detailed designs, coloring enthusiasts young and old can explore the mechanics of a variety of machines. This selection will satisfy the seasoned John Deere devotee as well as ignite a life-long passion in the next generation.</p> <p>The book includes coloring pages for the following models: Model 60, Model 420 Crawler, Model D "Spoker," Model BWH-40, Model B, Model 830, Lanz Model 3016, Model 8020, Model 1020, Model 2020 Orchard, Model 7020, Model 4250, Model 4450, Model 7200, Model 9220, Model 9620, Model 2010, Model 5010, Model 8010, Model 8960, Model 9570RX, Model DX24 Experimental Crawler, Model GP, Model D Lindemann Crawler, Model AR, 1930s corn picker, and Model 60 Custom 4x4. Many drawings are based on images made in a photo studio built in Hanger 2 at the 2019 Half Century of Progress Show, and include machines from some the finest collections of green tractors in the country, such as Bruce and Walter Keller, Kenny Smith, Tom and Jake Renner, Jack Purinton, and more.</p>

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Guide to Hart-Parr, Oliver and White Farm Tractors, 1901-1996
Guide to Hart-Parr, Oliver and White Farm Tractors, 1901-1996

Curious about Hart-Parr, Oliver or White tractors? Follow the amazing history of Hart-Parr, from the beginning with the building of the first gasoline traction engine through the merger which created the Oliver Farm Equipment Company in 1929, and then the purchase of that company by White Motor Company in 1960. Watch the tractor line evolve with each turn of a page. Appendix provides Nebraska Tractor Test results and serial numbers.

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Historic Farm Tractor Calendar 98
Historic Farm Tractor Calendar 98

Features vintage tractors from the 1920-1950s, plus smaller, inset photos of classic advertisements and detail shots.

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Hoses, Tubing and Connectors
Hoses, Tubing and Connectors

<p>Hoses: How to Select Failures; Preventing Leaks; How to Install; Maintenance; Summary; Test Yourself. Pipes & Tubes: Construction; How to Install; Maintenance; Summary; Test Yourself. Connectors: Clamps; Couplers; Fittings; Tips; Summary; Test Yourself. Safety; Glossary; Answers to Test Yourself. 1st edition, 49 pages with over 50 illustrations, many in color.</p>

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How Johnny Popper Replaced the Horse A History of John Deere Two-cylinder Tractors
How Johnny Popper Replaced the Horse A History of John Deere Two-cylinder Tractors

A splendid history of John Deere two-cylinder tractors. Beautiful photos capture these nostalgic tractors special charm.

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How to Restore Classic Farm Tractors The Ultimate Do-It-Yourself Guide to Rebuilding and Restoring Tractors
How to Restore Classic Farm Tractors The Ultimate Do-It-Yourself Guide to Rebuilding and Restoring Tractors

Finally! A restoration guide with the kind of detail needed for a first class job. How to Restore Classic Farm 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 electrics to 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 Gaine's guidance you're well on your way to showing off your shiny "new" classic tractor! Tharran Gaines has specialized in agricultural writing for the past 25 years. He has written owners' manuals, repair guides, and sales brochures for most of the major tractor companies, such as ACGO's Allis-Chalmers, White, and Hesston lines.

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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
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 John Deere Two-Cylinder Tractors
How to Restore John Deere Two-Cylinder Tractors

Does your old Johnny Popper need a new coat of paint, an engine rebuild, or a complete restoration to bring it back to life? From the author of "How to Rebuild and Restore Farm Tractor Engines" comes this guide full of step-by-step advice on how to restore any two-cylinder John Deere tractor built from 1923 through 1960. Everything from a basic teardown and inspection to paint and polish is covered in easy-to-follow, photo-sequenced steps. You'll even be able to determine what jobs you can tackle yourself and which ones you should farm out to specialists. Here is finally a book to guide the thousands of John Deere enthusiasts worldwide in the restoration of their legendary machines.

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How to Restore Your Farm Tractor
How to Restore Your Farm Tractor

For fun, practicality or profit, farm tractor restoration has become extremely popular. Follow two tractors through professional restorations and examine carbs, diesel systems, hydraulics, engines and drives, electrical, PTOs, and more, from buying a tractor to final paint and decals. Do it right and that classic will last for generations to come. It increased my knowledge tenfold. I was impressed by the wealth of detail. Antique Collector.

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