For the Love of Tractors

This episode tells the story of International Harvester's 2+2 tractors as an engineering and market experiment: a four-wheel-drive row-crop machine that tried to merge two worlds—classic row-crop visibility and maneuverability with the traction and flotation of powered front wheels. That core idea is repeatedly documented in period marketing/advertising artifacts preserved in archives, and it is echoed in later technical histories and community experience.Primary and archival sourcesWisconsin Historical Society catalog record for an IH 2+2 brochure spread (“Introducing a Bold New Design in Row Crop Tractors” appears as brochure title metadata) and access conditions for images. Wisconsin Historical Society advertising proof record (dated Feb 1979) showing how the 2+2 was framed as a “row-crop break-thru” dealer-driven pitch; includes publication/context notes. University of Nebraska–Lincoln Digital Commons metadata page: Test 1319 (International 3388 and 6388 Diesel 16-Speed) with date and test-procedure abstract. Digital Commons metadata page: Test 1320 (International 3588 and 6588 Diesel 16-Speed) with date and test-procedure abstract. Digital Commons metadata page: Test 1377 (International 3788 and 6788 Diesel 12-Speed) with date and test-procedure abstract. Nebraska Tractor Test Laboratory “Test Reports” hub page (institutional pointer to publications/test access). TractorData.com model pages for production totals, serial-number breakpoints/locations, and key configuration fields (engine/transmission/hydraulics/PTO). Binder Books listings for IH operator manuals and parts catalogs commonly used in restorations (example: operator manual BB-1096188; parts catalog TC-190). Jensales reprint PDFs and listings (note their disclaimer that the digitized manuals are reprints not authorized by IH). Messicks online parts diagrams for models such as the 6388 (useful for parts identification even when sourcing elsewhere). Abilene Machine catalog references showing 2+2 coverage across multiple models (aftermarket support signal). Agriculture.com long-form historical summary emphasizing IH promotional claims, design differences, and timeline framing; also discusses the Case IH transition and market context. Red Power Magazine forum threads with scanned brochures and owner commentary. Yesterday's Tractors Forums for recurring mechanical-issue themes: hinge-point wear, hose/electrical routing issues, and consequences of over-powering/over-dualing. Diesel World technical narrative for a consolidated “shop-floor” explanation of architecture, weak points, and operator experience (secondary, but detailed). John Deere is referenced in reception stories as the comparison benchmark in user anecdotes and later market context discussions. Nebraska Tractor Test sourcesSpecifications, serials, and compiled production countsManuals and parts ecosystem for restorersReputable narratives and community evidence

In this episode of the For the Love of Tractors Podcast we talk with Doug Simon of Ertl. We talk about how he got started displaying, and how he got a job with Ertl.

I'm back from Lafayette with some thoughts. is Lafayette now the big show? it sure seems that way.

in this episode we take a look back at some of the best toys of 2024 and we look forward to the new toys of 2025 and what else is coming down the pipe

I am back from Dubuque and Dyersville. Let's talk new toys.

Harvest is here it's time to talk corn combines quadtacs and who knows what else.

In this episode I talk about 3d printing farm toys and the ups and downs of making your own parts

In this episode I talk about upcoming projects and some new toys coming

Back from Lafayette with a recap episode. Talk in lots of customs and other cool things at the show.

I discuss the challenge to making custom farm toys for the a reasonable price.

In this episode we talk about the recap of the St Louis Gateway Farm toy show. We talk about the new toys that are coming and the awesome displays.

In this episode we discuss how crazy the price of the new Precision IH 1066 5 millionth Tractor is.

I take a look at the best toys of 2023 and we look at the upcoming toys from 2024. We talked about John Deere versatile Case IH and others in this episode

I discuss some recent Farm Toy Shows and talk about some upcoming episodes.

I talked about new toy prices new toys including the first gen Dodge Rams and the John Deere 8850

We head to Janesville and Bloomington for a pair of farm toy shows and see some great displays and new toys.

I'm back from the big show and I talk about displays, finds, and Dubuque and Dyersville

This episode I take a look at the John deere wa17 WA 14,John deere 9r640 and john deere 9rx640.

Home from the Lafayette Farm Toy Show

I'm back from the st Louis Gateway Farm Toy Show. I saw some incredible customs, displays, and talked to a whole lot of great people.

What are the top Farm Toys 2021

I take a look back at the Bloomington IL farm toy show.

I talk about the two shows that happened national weekend. New toys from ertl and spec cast including the awesome John Deere Wa17 and Wa14

For the Love of Tractors: Episode 10 - Kyle Nunemaker of Punky KN's Animations We are talking 3d design, 3d printing, construction models, farm toys, and more. This is a great podcast if you are interested in getting started with 3d design or 3d printing.

My thoughts on the National Farm Toy Show and the Builders and Collectors society show in the same weekend. The IH 7388 is our tractor of the week.

We take a look at new toys from Ertl and Spec Cast. The Allis Chalmers 7045 is our tractor of the week. FOR THE LOVE OF TRACTORS MERCH! https://teespring.com/stores/for-the-love-of-tractors The For the Love of Tractors website www.fortheloveoftractors.com Parts, videos, kits, and finished products, as well as tips, tricks, and photos. Check out our Shapeways store for parts and kits! www.shapeways.com/shops/ftlot We are on facebook https://www.facebook.com/fortheloveoftractors/ and Instagram fortheloveoftractors Check out the worlds first farm toy podcast! https://anchor.fm/ftlot Also check out our friends at B and B farm toys. https://www.bandbfarmtoys.com/

For the Love of Tractors: 3d printing. One of the questions I get the most is should I get a 3d printer? I tell my journey in 3d printing and try and answer the question the best I can.

In this episode we talk about the John Deere Wagner WA 14 and WA 17. We talk about Ertl's upcoming Prestige Select series of Wagners and how they may effect current custom prices. www.fortheloveoftractors.com

We talk about the International 1466, New toys from ertl and spec cast. FOR THE LOVE OF TRACTORS MERCH! https://teespring.com/stores/for-the-love-of-tractors The For the Love of Tractors website www.fortheloveoftractors.com Parts, videos, kits, and finished products, as well as tips, tricks, and photos. Check out our Shapeways store for parts and kits! www.shapeways.com/shops/ftlot We are on facebook https://www.facebook.com/fortheloveoftractors/ and Instagram fortheloveoftractors Check out the worlds first farm toy podcast! https://anchor.fm/ftlot Also check out our friends at B and B farm toys. https://www.bandbfarmtoys.com/

I talk to Andrew O'Leary about farm toy displas, and I also report on the Janesville, WI show. FOR THE LOVE OF TRACTORS MERCH! https://teespring.com/stores/for-the-love-of-tractors The For the Love of Tractors website www.fortheloveoftractors.com Parts, videos, kits, and finished products, as well as tips, tricks, and photos. Check out our Shapeways store for parts and kits! www.shapeways.com/shops/ftlot We are on facebook https://www.facebook.com/fortheloveoftractors/ and Instagram fortheloveoftractors Check out the worlds first farm toy podcast! https://anchor.fm/ftlot Also check out our friends at B and B farm toys. https://www.bandbfarmtoys.com/

For the Love of Tractors Episode 5: Prestige and the John Deere 4020 On today's podcast I talk about the Prestige series from Ertl and the John Deere 4020 is our tractor of the week. FOR THE LOVE OF TRACTORS MERCH! https://teespring.com/stores/for-the-love-of-tractors The For the Love of Tractors website www.fortheloveoftractors.com Parts, videos, kits, and finished products, as well as tips, tricks, and photos. Check out our Shapeways store for parts and kits! www.shapeways.com/shops/ftlot We are on facebook https://www.facebook.com/fortheloveoftractors/ and Instagram fortheloveoftractors Check out the worlds first farm toy podcast! https://anchor.fm/ftlot Also check out our friends at B and B farm toys. https://www.bandbfarmtoys.com/

I'm back from the big show in Dyersville Iowa. I talk about the things I saw the things I learned and give you a bit of what to expect from upcoming videos.

In this episode I talk about upcoming farm shows, and what to expect in the covid era. I also talk about what to expect if it is your first show. Later in the episode I discuss the John Deere WA17, 1/64 Wagners and how crazy the market is on 1/16 Wagners. The For the Love of Tractors website www.fortheloveoftractors.com Parts, videos, kits, and finished products, as well as tips, tricks, and photos. Check out our Shapeways store for parts and kits! www.shapeways.com/shops/ftlot We are on facebook https://www.facebook.com/fortheloveoftractors/ and Instagram fortheloveoftractors

In this episode I talk about the new Big Bud 747 LSW edition, Case IH Trident Sprayers, and the new Ford TW35 from Spec Cast. The tractor of the week is the Challenger MT 975E and I discuss upcoming farm shows. Please check us out at www.fortheloveoftractors.com and all of our social media outlets.

We take a look at some up coming farm toy shows. Talk about new Allis Chalmers toys, and our tractor of the week is the Allis Chalmers D21.

In episode one we talk about the new Fendt Combine from Spec Cast, we discuss some upcoming toys from Ertl and our tractor of the week is the John Deere 7520 4wd.