Tractor Books

Index of books:

• General Tractor Books
• Allis Chalmers Tractor Books
• Case & David Brown Tractor Books
• Ford Tractor Books
• International Farmall Tractor Books
• John Deere Tractor Books
• Massey Ferguson Tractor Books
• Oliver & White Tractor Books
• Children's Books
• Hobbies & Games

Official Tractor Blue Book - NEW 2009 Edition

Have you ever asked yourself, "How much is my tractor worth?" This comprehensive guide provides detailed information on farm tractors produced from 1939 through 2008. Included is information covering approximate retail prices when new plus a high and low range of estimated average used values. In addition, this guide contains specification and information on engine size, transmission speeds, and PTO horsepower. There is also a section featuring tractor serial numbers to help you determine the exact year a particular tractor was built. An invaluable reference that any farm tractor purchaser must own! 414 pages.

Tractor Components Shop Manual

This tractor components manual provides general overhaul and troubleshooting data as well as specifications for pre-1970 farm tractor components, including: carburetors, clutches, distributors, generators, magnetos, regulators, relays, starting motors, starting switches, and valve rotators. Great general service information when used with model specific tractor shop and repair manuals, available in the tractor manuals section of our site. 100 pages.

Standard Units Shop Manual

The shop data contained in this manual covers the standard or proprietary tractor units used in many pre-1970 farm tractors. Coverage includes carburetors, clutches, distributors, generators, magnetos, regulators, relays, spark plugs, starting motors, starting switches, and valve rotators. It provides general overhaul and troubleshooting data as well as reference informaion for bench repair and adjustment. Information as to the removal and installation of the units covered is available in the shop manuals for your particular make and model of tractor, available in the tractor manuals section of our site. 100 pages.

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, this book helps you do it right so your classic will last for generations to come. Originally published in 1992, this updated edition reflects changes in the hobby. Features include a new introduction, an updated suppliers list, and select color photography, all wrapped into a new page design. 176 pages.

How to Rebuild and Restore Farm Tractor Engines

From removing your engine to painting and installation, this guide describes how to determine what needs to be rebuilt or replaced, how to rebuild or replace it, and offers recommendations on whether the task should be done by you or by a professional. Yost focuses on the most popular gas-burning 2, 4 and 6-cylinder engines, and includes coverage of diesels, plus a sidebar on LPG-powered tractors. Introduction contains tips on setting-up shop, and suggested tools and equipment. Appendix lists parts suppliers, reference materials, and restoration shops. 160 pages.

Classic Farm Tractors: History of the Farm Tractor

A nostalgic tour of America's agricultural heritage featuring John Deere, International Farmall, Case, Ford, Allis-Chalmers, Caterpillar, Minneapolis-Moline and more. 192 pages.

The Encyclopedia of Country Living

No home, whether in the country, the city, or somewhere in between, should be without this one-of-a-kind encyclopedia — the most complete source of information available about growing, processing, cooking, and preserving homegrown foods from the garden, orchard, field, or barnyard. For more than 30 years, people have relied on its practical, step-by-step advice on basic self-sufficiency skills such as how to cultivate a garden, buy land, bake bread, raise farm animals, make sausage, milk a goat, grow herbs, churn butter, build a chicken coop, cook on a wood stove, and much, much more. First written at the height of the 1960s back-to-the-land movement, the book has been continually revised, updated, and expanded, and has grown from a self-published, mimeographed document to an exhaustive reference of more than one million words, 2,000+ recipes, and over 1,500 mail order sources. 928 pages.

Old Tractors & The Men Who Love Them

Anyone who has spent more time than they care to admit in the garage will enjoy noted humorist Roger Welsch's exploration of the do's and don'ts of tractor restoration. He offers invaluable advice and discusses resources, tools, shop equipment, and the relationship that develops between old machines and their owners. 160 pages.

Old Tractors Never Die

In "Old Tractors Never Die", the ever-popular Roger Welsch, author, regular contributor to Successful Farming and Ageless Iron and correspondent for CBS TV’s "Sunday Morning" show, shares his humor and unique outlook on one of his favorite subjects: farm tractors. This collection of humorous essays and photos explores the never-ending process of turning trash into treasure. Here’s just a sampling of "Roger’s Guide to the Care and Feeding of Ageless Iron": * Why you should name your tractors * Why you should collect just one model and make of tractor * Why, early in your collecting, you should buy a tractor you don’t want. If you’ve ever found yourself among the ruins of rust; if you’ve ever neglected your family to spend time trying to reassemble a basket of worn out parts into a machine that can actually leave the garage under its own power, then you can learn a thing or two from this old tractor nut. 224 pages.

Allis-Chalmers Farm Equipment 1914-1985

Author Norm Swinford combines his love of Allis-Chalmers products and over 30 years experience with the company to produce this complete history of Allis-Chalmers farm equipment. Discover why the tractor color changed from dark green to Persian orange; explore the fascinating prototypes and experimental machines that were never produced, but give insight into the innovative capability of company engineers; as well as many more intriguing stories. With 384 pages, almost 900 photos (over 250 in full color), more than 100 tables, and very insightful text, this becomes the essential Allis Chalmers source book. If you love Allis-Chalmers tractors or just like farm machinery nostalgia, this book will provide enjoyment for years to come. 384 pages.

150 Years Of J.I. Case

From the first steam-powered giants to the general-purpose tractors of today, 150 Years of J.I. Case covers them all in exhaustive detail and unmatched photo reproduction. With more than 2,000 rare photos, J.I. Case tractor enthusiasts won't find more comprehensive coverage of the tractors they know and love. Every model J.I. case ever produced is shown, including all GP models, Orchards, 600, 900 and 870 lines, with extended captions highlighting important features and changes. A detailed company history follows the changes the company made over the 150 years it manufactured these powerhouses of the agricultural world. With over 2,000 detailed photographs of every model ever produced by J.I. Case. 336 pages.

The Big Book of Ford Tractors - Hardcover

This encyclopedia provides the most detailed and complete account ever given of Ford tractors, from the earliest Fordsons to the Ford-Fergusons, the Ford N Series, and the Ford "world" tractors manufactured into the 1970s. Amply illustrated, the book also offers extensive information on the numerous options and accessories, implements and variations that came out of Dearborn, Sherman Bros., and the great Funk Bros. hotrod conversions that could make each of these popular machines utterly unique. Written and compiled by the chief engineer of the Ford N Series tractors and the world's best-known Ford tractor historian, this encyclopedia is the ultimate one-stop resource for anyone with an interest in Ford tractors. 192 pages.

The Big Book of Ford Tractors - Paperback

This encyclopedia provides the most detailed and complete account ever given of Ford tractors, from the earliest Fordsons to the Ford-Fergusons, the Ford N Series, and the Ford "world" tractors manufactured into the 1970s. Amply illustrated, the book also offers extensive information on the numerous options and accessories, implements and variations that came out of Dearborn, Sherman Bros., and the great Funk Bros. hotrod conversions that could make each of these popular machines utterly unique. Written and compiled by the chief engineer of the Ford N Series tractors and the world's best-known Ford tractor historian, this encyclopedia is the ultimate one-stop resource for anyone with an interest in Ford tractors. 189 pages.

Ford Farm Tractors of the 1950s

Step inside the colorful history of Ford tractors. The author offers insight into the design, production, and marketing of Ford tractors, and comments on the interplay between Ford's U.S. division and its British division. Evocative photography of restored and factory-original examples depicts the classics that Ford first produced. Included are the 8N, the NAA or "Jubilee," the Fordson Major, diesel-powered New Major, the 600, 700, 800 and 900 Series, and the three-cylinder Dexta. Many rare tractors you won't find in other books are featured. 96 pages.

Classic Ford Tractors

This superb photo album is packed with images and extensive, detailed captions, and it's popularly priced to move. This broader look at Ford and Fordson tractors contains our unique combination of quality artwork not found in other books, including color photography of glorious restored machines, rare Ford archival images, and collectible brochures. An affordable, colorful overview of these popular farm tractors, this is the most current book of its kind on the market. 96 pages.

Vintage Ford Tractors

Provides a detailed history of one of the most famous makes of farm tractors, along with fascinating photographs, from one of the most prolific antique farm tractor authors. Covers all American and European models from 1917 on with dazzling illustrations. 160 pages.

How to Restore Classic Farmall Tractors

Finally! A restoration guide with the kind of detail needed for a first-class job. "How To Restore Classic Farmall 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 International Harvester Farmall from disassembly to engine rebuild, from electrical repairs to painting and final detailing. 224 pages.

Classic Farmall Tractors: History, Models, Variations & Specifications 1922-1975

From the first tractor built in 1924 to the last Farmall model to roll off the line, this richly illustrated history tells the full story of Farmall tractors and fills in a key chapter of American agricultural history. The engaging text by Kenneth Updike, a historian on International Harvester, is accompanied by modern and vintage color photography, as well as black and white images from Farmall’s early days. Farmer, mechanic, tractor enthusiast: whatever your interest in this American icon, you will find a captivating account of its manufacture under the beloved Farmall brand. 128 pages.

The Big Book of John Deere Tractors

THE ultimate encyclopedia of John Deere tractors from around the world, The Big Book of John Deere Tractors is a model-by-model historical reference to John Deere tractors-including European models-and more, from their beginning in 1892 until today. Photos showcase beautifully restored tractors and unique paintings and artwork from the Deere archives. Other illustrations include rare and valuable original brochures as well as studio photos of John Deere toys and models. No John Deere enthusiast's collection is complete without The Big Book of John Deere Tractors! For John Deere enthusiasts & general tractor buffs. 256 pages.

John Deere Tractors: A Pictorial History

Classic John Deere tractors are depicted in brilliant color photos, frequently at work, and there are also many close up details in this wonderful hardcover. A fun picture book for any tractor enthusiast's coffee table. 256 pages.

Worldwide Guide to Early Massey Ferguson Tractors

For the first time this worldwide identification guide has brought together the 300 tractor models that preceded the Massey Ferguson 100 series. Detailed specifications for each model are presented, together with modern, factory archive, and advertisement photographs of representative model types. The tractors are grouped in chapters according to their country of manufacture. Included are Ferguson Brown, Ford Ferguson, Landini, and Sawyer-Massey tractors. 248 pages.

Oliver Tractor Data Book

Put everything you need to know about Oliver tractors in your hip pocket with this small and useful guide! All Oliver and Hart-Parr tractors and crawlers from 1924 to 1964 are covered in detail, with serial number listings for the last of the Oliver tractors produced in the late 1960s. Exhaustively researched at the Floyd County Museum and Historical Society in Charles City, Iowa, this book details everything from serial numbers, production figures, and tune-up specifications to optional equipment, Nebraska Tractor Test data, and model variations. Includes serial numbers, dates of manufacture, known options, original prices, and more. The tractor versions include the collectible models, generally from those built from the teens to the sixties. 160 pages.

That's Not My Tractor: Its Engine Is Too Bumpy

This adorable 'touch-and-feel' book has bright illustrations and patches of different textures. Babies and toddlers will delight in turning the pages and touching the 'feely' parts of the tractor. Helps develop sensory and language awareness. 12 boards. For babies through pre-school.

Big Book of Tractors (John Deere Children's)

From the largest tractors on a farm to the ride on lawn mowers down the block, Big Book of Tractors uses close-up photographs to show what makes tractors go and how they use amazing attachments to plow, plant, and harvest their way across fields. This fun book is sure to capture any child's young imagination. For ages 3 to 8. 64 pages.

Poker Tips that Pay (Expert Strategy Guide for Winning No Limit Hold em)

How do you win at poker? Study and practice! Become a consistent, winning poker player. The tips and advice in this book will give you the edge you need to dominate low and medium-stakes no limt hold em tournaments and cash games. Inside you'll find: Dozens of real life hand examples with step-by-step explanations and analysis; Simple, practical poker tips and advice that will immediately show you results at the table; Both conservative and aggressive poker play, and when to change gears; Early, mid and late-stage no limit tournament strategy; How to bluff effectively for maximum profit; How to read your opponents like a book; And much, much more... Read this book and become a force to be reckoned with at your next poker game. 352 pages.