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Old Tractors: And Men Who Love Them - Stories of Collecting, Restoring and Family Relationships [Paperback]

Roger L. Welsch (Author)

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Product details

Paperback: 160 pages
Publisher: Motorbooks International (17 Aug 1995)
Language English
ISBN-10: 0760301298
ISBN-13: 978-0760301296
Product Dimensions: 22.9 x 15.2 x 1.3 cm

Average Customer Review: 4.2 out of 5 stars See all reviews (5 customer reviews)

Amazon Bestsellers Rank: 568,437 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
- #44 in Books > Science & Nature > Engineering & Technology > Agricultural
- #48 in Books > Science & Nature > Food & Farming > Agricultural Engineering & Machinery

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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. Illustrations.

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A must for tractor lovers worldwide...... 23 July 1998

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I haven't laughed this hard in a long time. Witty and light-hearted tales of a man wrapped up in the love of old tractors. A must read for tractor lovers and gearheads worldwide.

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You have to read this book! 5 May 1999

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This book is one the antique tractor restorer - and anyone with an interest in tractors or machinery - *must* read. Welsch's humor and tales add a great deal to the subject matter - I laughed out loud a number of times while reading the book. There are many not-so-obvious and simple-but-great ideas about working on old equipment, all of which are presented from the viewpoint of a person that considered himself a very beginning amateur (he had never even changed his own engine oil). This book is understandable and enjoyable regardless of your skill level or mechanical ability - I suspect many will read it just for the humor.

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3 of 3 people found the following review helpful

Clear insight into the love affair between men and tractors. 20 Dec 1998

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Just why do men love these old hunks of metal so much? Roger Welsch has it right on, and even makes a believer out of a doubting wife (or at least provides a little comprehension). My husband is a "doer," not a "studier," but he couldn't put this book down. I have no doubt that he found many useful tips, and I know he certainly related to Roger's blow-by-blow description of his love affair with his tractors. He probably even picked up a couple of tips on how to hide them from his long-suffering wife! A "must read" for any man who loves to tinker with old junk--and sometimes even gets them running!

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