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Allis-Chalmers, Case, Caterpillar, Farmall and IH, Ford,
John Deere, Massey, Minneapolis Moline and Oliver.
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|Allis-Chalmers & AGCO | Assorted Tractor Books |Barns| Case |Caterpillar |Children's Books | Cockshutt | Construction | Cooking and Craft Books | Farmall and International Harvester Tractor |Ford & Fordson| Humor Books|Implement Books|John Deere | Massey Harris/Massey Ferguson | Minneapolis Moline | Nostalgia | Steam Tractors |Toy Books | Tractor Restoration | Motorbooks Workshop| Truck Books |Truck Restoration Books |Value Guides
| Allis-Chalmers & AGCO | Our Price | |||
| #139134 | Allis-Chalmers Story, by CH Wendel. Back in print in soft cover. This book covers the 150 years of farm equipment and tractor production from the founding of the Gate Iron Works in 1842 to the end of the line with the Duetz-Allis merger in 1985. Paperback, 372 pgs, 1500 b&w photos. List $29.99 | $27.95 | ||
| #AS-H1394 | Allis-Chalmers Farm Equipment 1914-1985, by Norm Swinford. This excellent ASAE book covers the entire line of AC products, from the very beginning to 1985, Wheel tractors, crawlers, implements, combines, plus lawn tractors, the Terra Track, and much more! Hard bound, 376 pages, 666 black-and-white & 252 color photos. | $36.95 | ||
| #130127 | Original Allis-Chalmers 1933-1957, by Fay and Kraushaar. Allis-Chalmers most collectable models are the A, B, C, G, M, RC, U, WC, WD, & WD-45. This splendid collection demonstrates how these popular tractors looked when they rolled over the assembly line. Hardbound, 8 1/4" x 10 1/2" 128 pages, 10 b&w, 200 color photos | $31.95 | ||
| #AS-H1296 | A Guide to Allis-Chalmers Farm Tractors -By Norm Swinford. This book is jam-packed with photos of the AC line from 1914 to 1985. Swinford guides you through identification and includes information regarding horsepower calculation, paint colors, serial numbers, Nebraska tests and more! A welcome addition to any collection. SB, 120 pgs, 250+ b&w ill. | $13.95 | ||
| #129819 | Allis-Chalmers Farm Tractors and Crawlers Data Book -By Terry Dean. For the beginner or the experienced tractor lover this book serves as an excellent quick reference. Covers basic specifications and options, years built, numbers built, serial number range, etc. Also gives the reader some history tidbits. Put this one in your pocket before heading to the show. SB, 192pgs, 50 b&w ill. | $13.95 | ||
| #133255 | Allis Chalmers Farm Tractors and Crawlers Buyers Guide -By Terry Dean. The book you need if you’re considering buying an AC tractor. Covers basic model options, paint codes, serial numbers, design changes, specifications and more! Also gives a brief history on the models as well as some of their common restoration problems and what you can expect to pay at auction. Save time and money by purchasing the right one the first time. Soft bound,160pgs, 200 b&w ill. | $18.95 | ||
| #131072 | Vintage Allis-Chalmers Tractors, by Welsch, Grooms and Peterson. The ultimate tribute to Allis-Chalmers tractors. Fabulous detailed history of Allis-Chalmers tractors, complete with striking photography of vintage tractors, period ads, and memorabilia. For Allis fans, general tractor enthusiasts, and farm families both past and present. Hardcover, 144 pages, 120 color and b&w photos. | $27.95 | ||
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| #AS-H0499 | The Proud Heritage of AGCO Tractors, by Swinford. Each chapter of this lavishly illustrated volume focuses on a different company, providing a brief company history as well as the tractor line. No other book provides as much detail about so many AGCO related tractors! Profiles include Allis, Massey, Moline, and Oliver just to name a few. Hard cover, 288 pages, 500 b&w and 200 Color photos! | $37.95 | ||
| Assorted Tractors | Our Price | |||
| #139133 | American Farm Collectibles: Identification and Price Guide, by Russell E. Lewis; American Farm Collectibles is packed with information on tools, horse equipment, implements, antique tractors, toys and sleds, kitchen utensils, gardening items and more with current prices. Contains 1,000s of photos and tips on finding collectibles. Softbound, 344 pages. List $24.99 | $22.95 | ||
| #139141 | American Farm Tractor & Implement Dealerships, by Brain Rukes; Tells the story of the tractor and implement dealerships that grew right along during the building of American agriculture. These dealerships became an essential part of the farm culture--from their roots in selling tools from the backs of wagons to offering implements through local blacksmiths, to their eventual transformation into dealerships that offered farmers tractors, implements, parts, service, and more. Softbound, 192 pages. List $24.99 | $22.95 | ||
| #138512 | Big Book of Farm Tractors by Robert N. Pripps, Photography by Andrew Morland. A complete history of the tractor from 1855 to the present. Detailed history of the tractors and significant events in agriculture are covered, including a unique look at the impact of tractors upon the American farm and culture. Also contains a look at sales memorabilia, collectibles, old farm magazines, and more! A wonderful book that will keep the reader interested at every turn of the page! Hard Bound, 256 pgs, 200+ color. List $39.95 | $36.95 | ||
| #145896 | Big Bud 747; The World's Largest Tractor by John Harvey. The fascinating story of the incredibly large extreme machine, the biggest and most powerful tractor ever build. Hardcover, 128 pgs, List $39.95 | $36.95 | ||
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#136672 | Farm Tractors: John Deere, Farmall, Ford & Fordson. by Klancher/Leffingwell Moreland/Pripps. This book contains a wealth of full color photos, history and engaging stories of each model presented. Softbound, 288 pgs, 240 color photos. List $15.98 | $14.95 | |
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#129324 | Field Guide to Vintage Farm Tractors, Pripps and Morland. The most complete and first four-color pocket guide book to 500 US and Canadian vintage tractors. Hardcover, 160 pages, 150 color photos. List $19.95 | $18.95 | |
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#135764 | Great American Tractors: John Deere, Farmall & Ford by Pripps & Moreland: A Large rich coffee table book depicting the history of the three great American tractor companies that shaped this country. Beautiful photographs accompany detailed histories of the companies that produced the tractors. More than 375 color and b&w photos and artwork. Softbound, 382 pgs. List $27.95 | $25.95 | |
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#138493 | Legendary Farm Tractors by Andrew Morland. A dream come true for tractor enthusiasts with a passion for tractor photography. More than 650 photos from the 1880's to today are included, with familiar and some uncommon tractors. Hardbound, 208 pgs List $24.95 | $22.95 | |
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#139704 | More Orphan Tractors by Bill Vossler. This book chronicles the histories of 40 of those companies and their orphan tractors through their ads, reflections and 270 rare photographs of the old tractors in action. Softbound, 160 pgs. List $19.95 | $18.95 | |
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#137452 | Tractor Pull! by Scott Webb; One of the few books on the subject of Tractor Pulling. This book gives readers an inside look at the sport of pulling from its earliest days to today's monster machines. Packed with competition photos, you will feel the power! 96 pgs, Softcover; List $15.95 | $14.95 | |
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| #127158 | Ultimate Farm Tractor Data Book by Lorry Dunning. This book covers virtually every manufacturer from Allis Chalmers to Oliver Tractors built from 1920-1960. Includes dimensions, capacities, engine configurations, horsepower, etc from Nebraska Tractor Tests. Softbound, 336 pgs. List $19.95 | $18.95 | ||
| Barn Books | Our Price | |||
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The American Barn, by Leffingwell. y Randy Leffingwell; Nearly 400 years of form and function are examined here,
with more than 200 color photographs, barns are a constant reminder of
America's roots and the continuing tradition of the family farm. List $24.95
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#AS-H1398 | Barns Across America, by Herber Bouland. Combining the works of researchers, photographers, artists and farm families, this book is of value to scholars and barn enthusiasts alike. Softbound, 144 pgs, List $15.95 | $14.95 | |
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| J. I. Case | Retail / Our Price | |||
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#139764 | 150 years of JI Case, by CH Wendel. Back in softcover, this book covers the developments, innovations and history that have made the Case name a giant in the world of farming. Paperback, 336 pgs. List $29.99 | $27.95 | |
| #126372 | Case Tractor Buyers Guide. Encompasses all collectable models from 1892 to the present. Photos and complete descriptions of options, specifications, components, paint codes, serial numbers, design changes, and common repair and restoration needs. List $21.95 | $19.95 | ||
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Full Steam Ahead, J. I. Case Tractors and Equipment 1842-1955 (Vol. 1) -By David Erb and Eldon Brumbaugh. A look at over a hundred years of J.I. Case equipment. Including the two-cylinder tractor, Crossmotor tractor, Grey era, and Flambeau Series to name a few. Histories of the product lines of acquired companies are also included. Possibly the most informative account of Case Tractors and equipment available. A must have for the serious collector. Hard bound, 352 pgs, 700 b&w ill., some color. List $39.95 |
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| #AS-H1096 | JI Case Agricultural & Construction Equipment, 1956-1994, Volume 2. by Tom Stonehouse & Eldon Brumbaugh; Find out how this company became one of the leading agricultural manufacturers in the world and how these giant work-horses came into being. Hardbound. List $39.95 | $36.95 | ||
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#138514 | Vintage Case Tractors, Letourneau. Packed with historical photos, full color contemporary shots of collectable tractors, period advertisements, this book offers a fascinating look at Cases history. Paperback, 112 pages, 150 color and b&w photos. List $12.95 | $11.95 | |
| Caterpillar | Our Price | |||
| #138092 | The Big Book of Caterpillar, Pripps & Moreland. The complete history of Caterpillar bulldozers and tractors, plus collectables, sales memorabilia, and brochures. Softcover, 9" x 12", 208 pages, 295 color and b&w photos. List $25.95 | $23.95 | ||
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#136327 | Caterpillar Century by Eric Orlemann: This book traces the evolution of this industry giant starting when the legend was first named Caterpillar in reference to the Holt Manufacturing Company's creation in 1905 to modern day equipment and future design prototypes. Hardbound, 385 pgs. List $50.00 | $44.95 | |
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#137511 | Caterpillar Earthmovers at Work; Photo Gallery by Bill Robertson. Features Caterpillar machines in action moving massive amounts of rock, dirt and trees. see these machines used in forestry and logging, road construction, railway construction, hydro-electric power projects, mining and more. Paperback, 158 pgs. List $29.95 | $27.95 | |
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| #129951 | Caterpillar Pocket Guide. finally, a pocket sized book filled with all the pertinent data you have been looking for! Every model of the crawlers from the Holt-best merger to 1957 is included with photos, Serial numbers, horsepower, available attachments, number manufactured, etc. Soft cover 96 pages, 90 b&w photos. List $19.95 | $18.95 | ||
| #133312 | Classic Caterpillar Crawlers Color History by Keith Haddock & Eric Orlemann. Covers classic agricultural Caterpillar equipment from the early days of steam power to their famous diesels and significant postwar machinery. Contains both vintage company photos and contemporary shots. Touches base with the big Cats too. SB, 128pgs, 40 b&w, 80 color ill. List $22.95 | $20.95 | ||
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#134911 | Colossal Caterpillar: The Ultimate Earthmover by Eric Orlemann; Covers the largest top-of-the-line mining equipment. Design, development and production histories are included. Paperback, 128 pgs, 100 color photos, List $24.95 | $22.95 | |
| Childrens Books | Our Price | |||
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Find The Words on the Farm. Come and join Max and Sue as they travel around in their red wagon through their farm. Learn the names of different animals, vegetables, and fruits. This educational picture book is perfect for children between the ages of two and four. Hardcover |
$4.95 | ||
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The Good Luck Pony by Elizabeth Koda-Callan; It is not easy to be brave. But it helps to have something special, something magical, something lucky to hold onto. The good luck pony is a story of courage for all little girls. This book comes with its own horse charm and necklace. List $12.95 |
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I Can Draw On The Farm - by Terry Longurst. This step-by-step illustrated book will help your budding artists learn how to draw their favorite farm subjects. I Can Draw will show basic shapes and how to get the proportions right. Hardcover. |
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Mommies & Babies On The Farm from Lamaze. Your child will delight in helping the baby animals find their mommies in this charming peg puzzle book. The color coordinated pieces fit in the special holes on each page, making it easy to match each baby to his mommy. Hardcover; List $11.95 |
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#138104 | The World of Farm Animals; An Encyclopedia for Beginning Readers; 24 pgs, Hardcover; | $4.95 | |
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#138107 | Woodworking for Kids by Mcguide. Covers 40 fabulous, fun and useful things to make from wood. Paperback, 160 pgs. List $14.95 | $13.95 | |
| Cockshutt | Our Price | |||
| #AS-H0399 | Cockshutt, The Complete Story This book fills the long standing need for background information, technical data, and photos of tractors produced by Cockshutt Farm Equipment, Ltd. Loaded with information on production between 1946 and 1972, including specific paint data, decal and parts information. Soft cover 120 pages, 175 b&w and 14 color photos. List $24.95 | $22.95 | ||
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#139918 | Bucyrus, Making the Earth Move for 125 Years, by Keith Haddock. This book celebrates 125 years of building heavy excavating machines, including the largest earthmovers ever to roam the planet. Paperback, 160 pgs, 135 color and 64 b&w illustrations. List $24.95 | $22.95 | |
| #135816 | Earthmover Encyclopedia; by Keith Haddock; Covers every piece of earthmoving machinery made. Includes vital stats on each machine; Hardcover, 320 pgs, 900 b&w photos. List $44.95 | $39.95 | ||
| #138883 | Euclid: Earth Moving Equipment 1924-1968; by Eric C. Orlemann; over 450 sharp black & white photos combined with detailed captions and insightful text cover all of the company’s major equipment product lines. Also shown are numerous military offerings, prototypes, and experimental designs some of which have never been seen in publication before. Soft cover, 222 pgs. list $34.95 | $31.95 | ||
| #136671 | Heavy Equipment; by Michael Alves, Keith Haddock, Hans Halberstadt, and Sam Sargent; Giant mechanical beasts have been carving through our nation’s mountains, canyons, fields and riverbeds for over 100 years. Read about all the top names and their abilities and specifications. This well-researched book provides informative text with over 200 color photos. Soft cover, 288 pgs. List $15.98 | $14.95 | ||
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| #131573 | LeTourneau Earthmovers; by Eric C. Orlemann; examines the Texas-based company's heavy equipment that has been used in the mining, construction, and oil industries from the 1920s to present. Two hundred photos illustrate the fascinating tales behind LeTourneau breakthroughs like the first electric-diesel front-end loader. Softbound, 160 pgs. List $24.95 | $22.95 | ||
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| Cooking and Craft Books | Our Price | |||
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| #138209 | Farm House Cookbook by Susan Herrmann Loomis; in a book as warm and generous and unexpected as the food it celebrates, Susan Herrman Loomis shares the fruits of a 20,000 mile adventure criss-crossing America in search of the soul of farmhouse cooking. Softbound, 516 pages; List $14.95 | $13.95 | ||
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#138481 | The Farmer's Wife Cookbook by Martha Engstrom; Contains over 400 blue ribbon recipes. Includes the secrets of making good bread, art of making salads and how to can for the county fair. Paperback, 224 pgs. | $ 9.95 | |
| #137866 | Good Housekeeping Cook Book by Hearst Books; Classic recipes that have been passed on for generations. You will feel like you have been transported back to simpler times. Every recipe here has stood the test of time. Hardbound, 320 pgs. List $12.95 | $11.95 | ||
| #SF-FCP | Favorite Craft Projects, published by Successful Farming. Over 78 pages of projects from cross-stitching to country wall hangings, ornaments, quilts, and stuffed toys. List $13.00 Clearance priced! | $ 9.95 | ||
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| #859616 | Ultimate Sewing Book by Maggi McCormick Gordon; over 200 sewing ideas for you and your home. Fully illustrated, step-by-step techniques on how to make everything from a mandarin shirt collar to a duvet. Packed with tips of the trade and invaluable advice including a useful section on fabric care and repair. Softbound, 320 pgs. List $24.95 Clearance priced! | $14.95 | ||
| Farmall & International Harvester Tractors & Crawlers | Our Price | |||
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| #CP-0385 | "A Corporate Tragedy", The Agony of International Harvester Company, by Barbara Marsh. This book tells the history of how the International Harvester Company, the fourth largest corporation in America, and the largest farm equipment monopoly in the world, fell to rock bottom. It provides the answers to what went wrong & why. Soft cover, 314 Pages, 5 1/2" x 8 1/2" Limited edition reprint. | $34.95 | ||
| #122827 | International TracTracTor Photo Archive by Letourneau. This book is filled with black and white archival photos of TracTracTors at work; Softbound, List $29.95 | $27.95 | ||
| #AS-H0497 | International Harvester Farm Equipment Product History 1831-1985, By Ralph Baumheckel & Kent Borghoff. This the ASAE book, is loaded with detailed technical information and many color & black white photos. 400 pages, Hardbound, a true cornerstone of any IH collectors library. List $39.95 | $36.95 | ||
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International Harvester Tractors 1955-1985, Updike. The popular six cylinder, the abundance of model choices, and the re-definition of power and comfort, through the buyout. This is an excellent chronicle of the final years of IH tractors. A must for every IH collector and enthusiast! Hardcover, 128 pages, 80 color and 40 b&w photos. List $24.95
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| #125203 | International Tractor Data Book, 1900 to 1958, by Guy Fay. Guy did a great job to give you all the facts you need to know . This handy, pocket sized guide provides engine, carb, casting & tractor serial numbers, magneto codes, decal placement, and more. This guide even has photos of many of the tractors illustrated! 4 1/2" x 7 1/2" Softbound, 224 pages, 50 b&w illustrations. List $14.95 | $13.95 | ||
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#138484 | Big Book of Farmall, By Robert N. Pripps, photography by Andrew Morland; the "Complete Model-by Model" encyclopedia, plus classic toys, brochures, and collectibles" this book covers them all and includes the University of Nebraska performance tests, stories of the "McCormick Men, and much more. Hardcover, 208 pgs. List $39.95 | $36.95 | |
| #FF-AHEC | Farmall C and Farmall Super C, 1948-1954, An Advertising History a Charles Cook collection. A compilation of ads and sales brochures introducing the Farmall C and Super C Models. All color, 111 pgs. Just back in stock! | $22.95 | ||
| #137258 | Farmall Enthusiast Color Series, By Lee Klancher; The little book that is big on facts, information, and history of the Farmall tractor. This book chronicles the McCormick dynasty, provides details on the first Farmall, the F Series, and the letter Series, and charts the course of International to the end of the agricultural company as it was know with the Case merger. Softbound, 94 pgs. List $14.95 | $13.95 | ||
| #134862 | Farmall: The Golden Age 1924-1954, by Lee Klancher. Loaded with archival photographs, in color & b/w, Farmall and McCormick tractors up through the Super series are covered in this new book! Development is followed through the very first days until the mid 50's. Also included are the W-series tractors and International TD Crawlers from the period. Hard cover, 9" x 10 1/2", 128 pages, 80 color & 40 b/w photos; List $24.95 | $22.95 | ||
| #135118 | Farmall Cub & Cub Cadet, by Ken Updike. The book you have been waiting for! From the initial concept in the 1940's to the end of production, this book covers in detail the popular line of Farmall Cub, Cub Lo-Boy, and much needed coverage of the Cub Cadet line. Amazing archival color images, and detailed text deliver hard to find information on the development and design evolution of each model. Complete with serial number dates, & codes. Hard cover 9" x 10 1/2", 128 pages, 80 color & 40 b/w photos. List $29.95 | $27.95 | ||
| #139360 | Farmall Eight Decades of Innovation by Randy Leffingwell; a huge, 352 page, coffee-table sized book thoroughly researched by award winning Randy Leffingwell and complimented with new and beautiful photography. This is a spectacular book! List $50.00 | $44.95 | ||
| #129806 | Farmall Tractors of the 1950's Another Fine book by Guy Fay is loaded with archival photos of the 50's Farmalls, including a chapter on overseas models. Enjoyable in the field, product demonstration, and photos with period trucks make this book a bargain. Softbound 96 pages, 4 B&W, 83 Color ill. List $15.95 | $14.95 | ||
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| #127163 | Farmall Letter Series Tractors Originality Guide. An exceptional work that profiles a variety of immaculately restored Farmalls in exquisite detail. This collection shows examples of models restored as to how they looked as they rolled off of the production floor. Histories & data cover evolution, mechanical changes serial numbers paint and accessory codes, badging & decals. Hardbound, 8 1/4" x 10 1/2" 128 pages, 10 b&w, 200 color photos. List $26.95 | $24.95 | ||
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Original Farmall Cub and Cub Cadet: By Kenneth Updike; This book provides the information one needs to restore their Cub and Cub Cadet tractors to their original fresh-from-the-factory state as well as factory drawings, decal placement, instructions for factory paint and finishing individual parts and more. Hardbound, 128 pgs. List $37.95 |
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Original Farmall Hundred Series: 1954-1958 By Guy Fay and Andy Kraushaar; Restoration is one thing. Correct restoration is quite another. Which decal set came from the factory? Precisely where was it placed? Was the magneto painted or not? This extensively researched, beautifully illustrated book describes in detail the correct paint and decals for your Farmall or International Hundred Series tractor. Hardbound, 160 pgs. List $34.95 |
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| #140322 | How To Restore Classic Farmall Tractors; by Tharran E Gains, Your wait is over! This is your ultimate Do-it-yourself guide to rebuilding and restoring your favorite "red" tractor. This guide will walk you step-by-step through the complete restoration of your International harvester Farmall from disassembly to engine rebuild, from electrical repairs to painting and final detailing. What are your waiting for? List $29.95 | $27.95 | ||
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#139075 | The Field Guide to Farmall Tractors, Robert Pripps; This is the only book on the market geared to the enthusiast who want a field guide devoted to Farmall & IH Tractors. Filled with information on more than 50 models, from the early general purpose row crop to the early 1970's. Convenient pocket sized, also included brief histories and specs. Hardcover, 160 pgs. List $19.95 | $18.95 | |
| Ford & Fordson | Our Price | |||
| #123465 | Ford Tractor Data Book. Serial Numbers, Engine, Carburetor, magneto codes, specifications, decal placement, options & more. 160 pages, 50 B&W Illustrations. List $14.95 | $13.95 | ||
| #124426 | Ford N Series Tractors Originality Guide. An exceptional work that profiles a variety of immaculately restored Fords in exquisite detail. Text, charts, and listings cover every feature of Fords 9N, 2N, and 8N models. This is what they Should look like! Hardbound, 8 1/4" x 10 1/2" 128 pages, 10 b&w, 200 color photos List $29.95 | $27.95 | ||
| #AS-H00005 | A Century of Ford and New Holland Farm Equipment -By Norm Swinford. Over one hundred years are covered in this book, beginning with Henry Ford’s Fordson tractor to the current New Holland North America era. Swinford gives a model-by-model review spotlighting changes along the way. Includes information on tractors, balers, mowers, rakes, combines, forage harvesters, and more! Hard Bound, 288 pgs, 500+ b&w ill, 230 color. List $39.95 | $36.95 | ||
| #131725 | Ford Farm Tractors of the 1950’s -By Randy Leffingwell. A great look at the tractors that made the name famous. Includes the 8N, NAA, Fordson Major, 600, 700, 800, 900 series, Dextra and more! Leffingwell also gives an excellent look at the interplay between British and American operations. Includes photos of rare tractors that are hard to find in other books. A must for the Ford collector who thought they had it all. SB, 96pgs, 80 color ill. List 415.95 | $14.95 | ||
| #AS-H0401 | A Guide to Ford, Fordson and New Holland Tractors, 1907-1999 by Larry Gay. A complete book covering every model from the first experimental tractor in 1907 ending with the New Holland TM series in 1999. Includes serial numbers, Nebraska test results and more. Softcover, 122 pgs. List $15.95 | $14.95 | ||
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Ford Tractors, A Color History. by Robert N. Pripps. This updated and expanded edition features images of dozens of models throughout the history of Ford including; the Fordson, Ferguson-David Brown Black Tractor, Ford N series, and the later Ford and Ferguson tractors,1916 to 1954, Ford tractors in detail to 1975 and in general to 1995.List $29.95 |
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#127179 | Ford Tractor Implements, A Color History. by Chester Peterson Jr. & Rod Beemer. This is the latest source for the Ford-Ferguson implements which changed farming forever. Illustrated with 120 photographs of beautifully restored implements, testing diagrams, and original literature, this is an essential book for the enthusiast and collector. List $24.95 | $22.95 | |
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#137308 | Ford Farm Tractors, by Randy Leffingwell. This book represents hundreds of hours of research done at the Henry Ford Museum Archives. Filled with lovingly restored machined. paperback, 192 pgs. List $19.95 | $18.95 | |
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| Humor (William Hazlett Upson) | Our Price | |||
| #132924 | Fabulous Saga of Alexander Botts and the Earthworm Tractor. by William Hazett Upson. After nearly 30 years, the fabulously popular stories of the Earthworm tractor salesman Alexander Botts are back in print to delight both those who remember reading William Hazlett Upson's tales, and those who will be discovering the amusing adventures of the "natural born salesman" for the first time. These stories first appeared in the Saturday Evening Post in 1927. The series became so popular that in 1936, Hollywood made a movie about it. Softbound, 5 1/2" x 8" 256 pages. List $12.95 | $11.95 | ||
| #140816 | Alexander Botts Rides Again by William Hazett Upson. The tractor salesman extraordinaire tries to explain his way out of many a disastrous situation. Whether you remember reading Hazett Upson’s tales or you are just discovering the antics of his memorable character, the amusing will delight and entertain. Softbound, 256 pgs. List $12.95 | $11.95 | ||
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| #122147 | Old Tractors & Men Who Love Them -By Roger Welsch. Learn how to grow your tractor collection without being thrown out by your spouse. More humorous tales of Roger’s battles with his loveable AC's and the balancing act with his family. A fabulous story teller, Welsch will keep you laughing till the end! SB, 160 pgs. | $13.95 | ||
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Busted Tractors and Rusty Knuckles -By Roger Welsch. "Norwegian torque wrench techniques and other fine points of tractor restoration" Goo removal, sledge maul surgery, fender wrestling, and more! Roger will keep you laughing at every page! SB, 224 pgs. |
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| #130524 | Love, Sex, & Tractors, By Roger Welsch. Dannenbrog Nebraska's favorite humorist tractor guy and aspiring sex therapist offers a collection of all new essays guaranteed to help the discriminating male reader straddle the fine line between a happy significant other and several sheds of well oiled machinery! Soft cover, 6" x 9", 224 pages | $13.95 | ||
| #136248 | Everything I Know About Women I Learned From My Tractor! Roger comes through again as he delivers his outrageous anecdotes from Nebraska! Jam packed with Rog's creative techniques for picking up babes, buying suitable gifts for anniversaries, first dates and more! This "ultimate contribution to mankind" reveals the coveted trade secrets Roger Welsch holds dear and deserves prominent placement on the bookshelf of every self-respecting male. hardcover, 6" x 9" 224 Pages | $13.95 | ||
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#136306 | Outhouses by Roger Welsch. With his usual tongue-in-cheek style, Roger presents a philosophy of life (as only he can) reduced to the metaphor of the lowly country outhouse. Hardbound, 160 pgs. List $14.95 | $13.95 | |
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#138663 | A Life with Dogs by Roger Welsch. A collection of essays reflecting on humankind's most significant other, the dog. This is a warm and entertaining read for the dog lover in you. Hardcover, 304 pgs, List $21.95 | $19.95 | |
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Tinkering to Torquing-By Roger Welsch; A humorous examination of what it is like to be a newcomer to the world of antique tractors, mechanics, shop equipment, tools, engines, and transmissions. Hardcover, 224 pgs. List $21.95 |
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| #143371 | Country Christmas as Remembered by a Former Kid, by Bob Artley. These are tales of Christmas past as only a former kid can paint them. With fond reminiscences and nostalgic cartoons, Bob takes us back to his life on the farm during the holidays. Hardbound, 40 pgs, List $9.95 | $9.95 | ||
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#138498 | Book of Farm Chores, As Remembered by a Former Kid by Bob Artley. For more than 50 years Bob has delighted us with his distinctive, folksy recording of farm history. From chores to walking to school, to milking cows and baling hay, he presents just the right amount of whimsy, nostalgia and wisdom. Paperback, 96 pgs, 46 b&w. List $12.95 | $11.95 | |
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#138499 | Memories of a Former Kid, by Bob Artley. Subtitled Once Upon a Time on the Family Farm. An entertaining look at the challenges and charms of growing up on a farm. Paperback, 96 pgs, 81 b&w illustrations. List $12.95 | $11.95 | |
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#136713 | Seasons on the Farm by Bob Artley. A collection of drawings from his popular series of "Memories of a Former Kid" which have been syndicated across the US. Originally published as cartoons, the book is a delightful look at the four seasons as seen through the eyes of a farm kid. Paperback, 192 pgs, 173 b&w. List $1295 | $11.95 | |
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#139795 | Cowtoons: Living with Cows by Bob Artley. A collection of drawings from his popular " Memories of a Former Kid series" that has been syndicated in daily and weekly newspapers across the US since the 1970's. Paperback, 95 pgs 77 b&w. | $ 9.95 | |
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When Chores Were Done by Jerry Apps; Within each story we see just how warm, loving, and supremely educational growing up on a farm could be, for it is here that a young boy learns not only how to drive a tractor like a grown-up, but how to deal with illness, disability, and death. Softbound, 186 pgs., List $16.95 |
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#141102 | Every Farm Tells a Story, A Tale of Family Farm Values by Jerry Apps. Before WWII, farmers has few of the conveniences that were common in cities. Many farmers continued to milk cows by hand, pump water with windmills or gasoline engines, light their way with kerosene lamps, heat with woodstoves and plant and harvest with horses. This book offers a collection of true tales inspired by entries in Jerry Apps' mother's farm account books. Hardcover, 224 pgs, List $17.95 | $16.95 | |
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#141286 | Humor from the Country by Jerry Apps. Life during the early to mid-20th century is often viewed as backbreaking work for meager returns. This book gives us insights into the lighter side of county life. Paperback, 162 pgs, 41 b&w; List $16.95 | $15.95 | |
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#136504 | 300 Years of Farm Implements & Machinery: 1630-1930 by Ronald Stokes Barlow. Teak a journey beginning with the pilgrims of 1620 and ending with essays on traction steam and gasoline engines. Softbound, 208 pgs, List $19.95 | $18.95 | |
| #139146 | Encyclopedia of American Farm Implements and Antiques, 2nd Edition; by C.H. Wendel. Revised and expanded, this book is useful for identification and illustrating farm equipment and how it was used. Includes current price ranges fro thousands of implements and antiques. Softbound, 496 pgs. List $29.95 | $27.95 | ||
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#136415 | Ferguson: Implements and Accessories by John Farnworth; Approximately 350 photos are accompanied by text providing basic technical details of Ferguson Equipment from Ferguson Brown to Massey Harris-Ferguson and supplemented by material from Ferguson Enthusiasts. Hardbound, 178 pgs. List $29.95 | $27.95 | |
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#138714 | Small Scale Haymaking by Spencer Yost. Covers preparing the field, planting and maintenance, harvesting and storage, implement repairs, and developing a farm plan. Softcover, 126 pgs. List $21.95 | $19.95 | |
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#144384 | John Deere 2 cylinder Tractor Encyclopedia: the completed Model-by-Model History, by Don Macmillan. This book unfolds the full model by model history of the worlds most popular tractor -from the one produced in 1914 to the last in 1960. Includes specs, options, historical features paint phases, serial no. listing, brochures and replica toys.. Hardcover 256 pgs, 400 color 100 b&w illustrations. List $39.95 | $36.95 | |
| #140286 | John Deere GP Tractors: A History In Pictures, By Robert Pripps, photography by Andrew Morland. This book is the story of John Deere, the man, and the history and development of the company's general-purpose tractors. Included are all of the early developmental models, the Waterloo Boy, Models D, C, GP, A, B, G, H, and M, the numbered series, and the "utility" tractors of the 1940s and 1950s. List $21.98 | $19.95 | ||
| #139142 | Standard Catalog of John Deere Tractors: 1917 - 1972, by Robert Pripps & Andrew Morland. Here the resourceful, knowledgeable tractor collecting veterans, author Pripps and photographer Morland offer their perspectives on John Deere tractors from 1917 through 1972. list $24.99 | $22.95 | ||
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#140267 | John Deere, Drive, Ride, Fly by Rod Beemer. This full-color, picture-filled, fact-packed book about the tractor that has worked for American's farmers for more than 100 years. Includes a model by model story from 1892 to today. Created for ages 10 and up; Paperback, 80 pgs, 75 color photos. | $9.95 | |
| #136177 | Field guide to John Deere Tractors, by Don Macmillan. This book is the only book devoted exclusively to Deere! The Field guide is filled with more than 230 color photos, plus information on more than 500 models, from the early Johnny Poppers to the latest Multi Cylinders of 2002. This convenient, easy to carry volume also includes brief histories and specifications of the model series. Hardcover, 160 pages, 230 color photos. List $19.95 | $18.95 | ||
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#134861 | How to Restore your John Deere Two-cylinder tractor; by Spencer Yost, From choosing the right tractor, step by step all the way through the restoration process, plus an extensive list of resources making it easy to find help if you get stuck, with color photos to help the process. List $25.95 | $23.95 | |
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#138508 | How to Restore Classic John Deere Tractors by Tharran E Gaines. This do-it-yourself guide to rebuilding and restoring John Deere tractors includes detailed instruction on engine repair and rebuilding carburetors, diesel overhaul, electrical systems, troubleshooting hydraulics, parts fabrication, body work painting tips and more. Softbound, 224 pgs. List $29.95 | $27.95 | |
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#136262 | John Deere 2 cylinder Tractors, by Rod Beemer. For 42 years JD two-cylinder tractors have made history and helped John Deere become the number one agricultural tractor and implement dealer; This book tell the story. Softbound, 96 pgs, 80 color 10 b&w. List $15.95 | $14.95 | |
| #139328 | John Deere Two-Cylinder Buyers Guide. John Deere history and family tree explains all the models. Includes numbers, descriptions, and buying tips for all tractors from the Waterloo Boy through the 1960 models. List $24.95 | $22.95 | ||
| #123467 | John Deere Tractor Data Book Serial Numbers, Engine, Carburetor & Magneto Codes, Specifications, Decal Placement, Option codes & More! 160 Pg., 50 B&W Ill., List $14.95 | $13.95 | ||
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#133315 | Original John Deere Letter Series Tractors 1923-1954 -By Brian Rukes and Andy Kraushaar. Filled with beautiful color photographs readers will be carried back in time with models such as the D, A, L, R, G and more! A model-by-model look and brief history discussed the finer details of production, styling, and more. A must have if you own a letter series, and a welcome addition to any Deere collector. Hard bound, 160 pgs, 100+ color photos. List $37.95 | $34.95 | |
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#138507 | John Deere Tractor Legacy by Don MacMillan. This comprehensive history of the man, his company and his legacy includes a biography of John Deere, plus excerpts from the writings of Deere engineers and historians. Images are from the Deere archives and noted photographer, Ralph Sanders. Compelling accounts of the development of the Waterloo Boy, the Johnny Popper and the New Generation tractors. Hardcover, 356 pgs, 900 b&w photos. List $39.95 | $36.95 | |
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#AS-H1695 | John Deere Buggies and Wagons by Ralph Hughes. Covers 25 years of handcrafted buggies and 50 years of wood wagons. Style, fine workmanship, comfort and durability were hallmarks of the John Deere buggy. Over 80 photos, includes 8 pgs of hand-sketched color pictures and a 10 pg appendix with prices and specifications. Softbound, 72 pgs. List $13.95 | $12.95 | |
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#138513 | The Big Book of Massey Tractors -by Robert N. Pripps. The complete history of Massey Harris and Massey Ferguson tractors, plus collectables, sales memorabilia, and brochures! The first comprehensive history of one of the largest farm tractor manufacturers of all time. Collectables, sales items, ads from old farm magazines, and historic black and white photos complete this look at this famous manufacturer. Hardbound, 9" x 12" 208 pages, 300 color and b & w Photos. List $39.95 | $36.95 | |
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#143345 | The Big Book of Massey Tractors -by Robert N. Pripps. Same as above, but in Softcover; List $22,95 | $20.95 | |
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#133493 | World Wide Guide to Massey-Harris, Ferguson and early Massey Ferguson Tractors -By John Farnworth. The book is a world-wide identification guide to Massey equipment and includes information on some 300 models which preceded the Massy Ferguson 100 series tractors launched in 1964. Each model is accompanied by concise and basic specifications together with beautiful photographs and illustrations for easy identification. A unique guide for the pre-Massey collector, and all interested in tractor world history. HB, 240 pgs, 200 b&w and color ill. List $39.95 | $36.95 | |
| #137576 | The Massey Legacy Volume 1 -By John Farnworth. the first volume in a two volume set, this book profiles Massey Ferguson and its predecessor companies wide array of agricultural tractors from 1847 on. Includes a chronology of company development and product promotion, price lists and sales data. Hardbound, 400 pgs, List $49.95 | $44.95 | ||
| #136418 | The Massey Legacy Volume 2 -By John Farnworth. presents a staggering amount of information on Massey Ferguson including industrial tractors and equipment, landscape, garden, and forestry tractors, stationary engines, memorabilia, present trends and serial number, model, and engine data. A key resource for Massey enthusiasts. Hardbound, 372 pgs. List $49.95 | $44.95 | ||
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| #129813 | Minneapolis Moline Buyers Guide This guide reviews the year of manufacture of the most collectable MM models ever built, with special emphasis on the Comfortractor, U, JT, N, and E. This all new guide features photo and complete descriptions of the basic model options, specifications, components, paint codes, serial numbers, design changes, and sales literature. List $17.95 | $16.95 | ||
| #130117 | Minneapolis Moline Farm Tractors, Peterson and Beemer. This book profiles the history of the companies 40 year run and offers an overview of the company, color photos of restored and original tractors, plus period ads, archival photos, and appendices. Hardcover, 192 pages, 200 color and 50 b&w photos. List $24.95 | $22.95 | ||
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#141096 | ABC's of Early Americana by Jerry Apps; A Sketchbook of Inventions, Curiosities and Lore. Noted artist Eric Sloane presents a rich and varied collection of American firsts, from the saltbox house to basketball, hex signs to ear trumpets, popcorn to rocking chairs. Arranged in A-Z format; Softbound, 64 pgs; List $12.95 | $11.95 | |
| #136744 | Storey's Basic Country Skills: A Practical Guide to Self Reliance -By John and Martha Storey; whether it is making ice cream or sharpening an ax, cleaning a chimney, or growing raspberries, you will learn how to do it in this treasury of time-honored country wisdom. Softbound, 564 pgs. List $24.95 | $22.95 | ||
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