Description
If you want to restore your farm tractor with confidence, How to Restore Your Farm Tractor by Robert N. Pripps is your detailed companion. This comprehensive guide walks you through the full restoration process for classic tractors—whether they’ll see work in the field or show in parades. Pripps covers tractors made by Ford, John Deere, Farmall, International, Case, Allis-Chalmers, Minneapolis-Moline, Oliver, and orphans alike.
Beginning with core mechanical systems like engine rebuilds, governors, magnetos, ignition systems and magneto repair, the book also tackles transmission and differential overhaul, clutch servicing, PTO (Power Take-Off) repair, and hydraulics—all critical areas where old tractors often fail. If your tractor leaks gear oil, suffers from poor clutch engagement, or the PTO won’t respond, this guide will help you understand what parts to inspect, how to disassemble, measure wear, and reassemble correctly.
It doesn’t stop at mechanicals. For fuel delivery, whether gas, diesel, or LPG, Pripps shows how to diagnose carburetor issues, clean or replace fuel lines, deal with blocked filters, and restore ignitions. Electrical systems—lights, wiring harnesses, starters, alternators—are explained with clarity for hobbyists and serious restorers alike.
Special attention is given to full restoration projects: restoring tractors for display or work involves body and frame prep, painting, replacing decals, and bringing back that patina or flawless shine. Throughout, Pripps uses case studies (an early Ford 9N, a Farmall A, John Deere examples) to illustrate problems people commonly encounter—worn bearings, warped heads, overheating, insufficient compression, rust, and more—and how to solve them.
At 176 pages, softcover, in English, this 1992 edition is ideal for hands-on restorer, tractor enthusiast, or DIY mechanically minded person. Whether you’re aiming to restore your farm tractor to working order or showcase condition, this book gives you the tools, parts-checklists, photos, and tips you’ll need every step of the way.
Chapters cover:
Engine rebuild, governor, magneto, ignition, electrics
PTO overhaul, clutch, transmission, differential, hydraulics
Gas, diesel, and LPG systems, carburetor rebuild
- Publisher : Motorbooks International
- Publication date : January 1, 1992
- Language : English
- Print length : 176 pages
- ISBN-10 : 0879385936
- ISBN-13 : 978-0879385934
- Item Weight : 1.2 pounds
- Dimensions : 8.5 x 0.5 x 10.75 inches
