An 85 year old tractor that hasn’t been started for a year ….. kicks over on the fourth easy turn. What a well maintained and mechanically sound machine. Well done Pete. (Wow - a fancy dress field day … 😂)
“There’s no replacement for displacement” has to be one of my favorite things you have said that made me chuckle. I can’t explain why, but I thoroughly enjoy your style of comedy
Yeah, the horsepower to dirt/ dust ratio sky rockets once the this beast of a tractor is cleaned and detailed. Beautiful machine. Great video to wake up to while enjoying some coffee.
I love watching you and Hilarie, I also love your bad jokes and all the silly things that you do. Gives me a laugh for the day. Thank you, Pete and Hilarie.
As a software dev do I need to know the intricacies of a tractor more than twice my age? No. Do I feel more complete with this knowledge? Yes. Cheers for the video 😊
I bought a little genius plow from a guy. He had his grandfather’s F20. He showed me the bill of sale. $800 and 2 horses. He purchased it from a dealer in Ramsey, Illinois. He still has the cotton umbrella with the dealer name on it.
It's always impressive at how quickly those old tractors of yours start after sitting for so long. ETA - and the bit of comedy right at the end. Pure gold.
I live a suburb of a New England city and have never been on a tractor or worked on engines. But I LOVED this video. Your commentary on the architecture, function and maintenance of this nearly century-old tractor was fascinating, with history as well as engineering. This is a machine you work with in all its parts, made so farmers could keep it running on the fuel they could get and use it for a range of farm tasks over the seasons. Unlike the computerized cars on the highways today, where the engine function is sort of a black box and it’s assumed most owners will have work done by a mechanic, this old tractor’s needs are for the farmer to do. I continue to be amazed at all the things you must know to keep a farm like yours running. You add to the list by restoring and using old tractors and gear, but not so long ago, most farmers would have had to use those tractors and keep them running. And before that, when draft animals were used, there would have been another long list. It strikes me that the transition from draft animals to early tractors must have been really hard for farmers. It can’t have been easy for salesmen to convince them to make this change and to educate them on how to maintain the equipment.
I'm starting to see older tractors for sale on marketplace and roadside farms. Young Bucks looking to work some ground on a thin dime get a head start if the stumble into this room. Thanks for preserving the operational knowledge of these old tractors, Pete. Nice hat!
Pete, I noticed two abilities you have that you should be very proud of. 1. The excellent job you did rebuilding that beautiful tractor. 2. The ability to grow a nice head of hair while taking said tractor for a spin to blow the cobwebs out. Congrats!
I am amazed at your knowledge of mechanics and your ability to restore such old machinery. To be honest, I have no idea what you're talking about, but those tractors sure are beautiful.
Reminds me of taking my horse out for the 1st ride in the spring after being in winter pasture. Put her thru her paces, remind her how to work together 😁
You almost got me with that hair... LoL LoL 😅 I thought I was watching a younger you for a minute! So much fun, never a dull moment with you ❤️❤️ Thanks for being you!!!! 😁
My dad was one of the guys that went from the F20 to a H in 1942, he discovered that the H didn’t preform as he wanted. After the war he soon traded that H for a M. It is amazing what a big step between a H and M.
I had to laugh when I saw the wig 😂😂😂😂. The old tractor is looking and sounding great. I hope it all goes well and you are having fun. Thanks for the video, and I'll see you later.
I am always astounded by the technical savvy and expertise in the design of old engines. Always. The designers and engineers were brilliant. And the love you have for maintaining and using your equipment would make those "ancient" design engineers very pleased. WOW! Farm boy Pete does "donuts" in the farm yard! Gotta' love those wheel brakes. Is that head warmer going to show up on chilly days this coming winter? It really says PETE in a very PETE way.
Great video! I love Petes sense of humor, reminds me of my husband. No warning ⚠️ just a giant wig, no mention of it, and you thought we wouldn't notice Pete LOL 😂 God bless you all
Never had a hard time starting the old 1938 F-20. I always used gasoline in our tank as someone before us changed out the tank. I did keep the shutters when I rebuilt the tractor and dad was very happy. Our F-20 had the rims turned around to point out. Here in western Massachusetts these were mostly used for row crop tractors. Our front rims were identical to yours, but the rear rims used to be steel and someone before us had rubber mounting rims installed. You sir, have a very nice 1939
I'm not sure my father taught me that starting, or even if he knew. Although I sold his 1938 F-20 I rebuilt for him a few years later, I still enjoy listening to that sound of the F-20 running!!
I’m always impressed by the rugged engineering on those earlier generations of Farmall tractors. The history of the development of tractor technology is super fascinating and the cut throat shady industry that propelled it.
Some things my Dad told me about running kerosene in the '30's in F20's: Some of the fuel didn't burn and ended up in the pan. Every morning he had to open the top petcock to drain off the kerosene that rose to the top of the oil overnight. The distillate also made a lot of carbon which kept the exhaust valves from seating so when doing a lot of plowing he would have to run on gasoline every few days to let the valves "heal up". Then back to the distillate. Most farmers soon decided the few cents saving wasn't worth it and converted their F20's, etc. to full gasoline. Besides the "cold" manifold swap, high compression pistons were installed which stuck up out of the block about a half inch instead of flush. He picked corn with a 2 row mounted picker on the F20 until about 1960. When mounting the picker every fall he also swapped the rear tires to a set that was much smaller diameter. This slowed the tractor enough to both run the picker and pull a wagon in soft ground.
I enjoyed your comments about listening to the sound of the tractor as you went up the hills. It is important to be able to hear the sounds of the engine. My daughter has a high frequency hearing loss and every once and awhile I would ride along with her in her truck. I would hear things that she could not hear even with hearing aids. So I would tell her to get that sound look into. It is a great thing to be able to hear those changes in the engine and other things. Thanks for the video! I always enjoy your sense of humor!
I just know "plow day" will be so much fun . Actually I think it's fun watching you walk through the pasture seeing the shadow of you AND your GoPro as you walk along. Can't wait for plow day!
It's like a trip down memory lane for us. We used to have a IH Farmal, with the engine attached to the rear axle with what looked like a 7 inch pipe. It was also TVO, and we would have to switch back to Petrol about two furrows before going back to the farm. Then we could switch the fuel off when we left the field, and make it all the way back to the Stack-Yard, before the engine would stop. After the Farmal, my uncle had a IH 275, which was hardly worn, the original track rod ends had no play at all...!
LOLOL!!! Yep, I laughed out loud. Oh my. Anyway, I just love how you explain the ins and outs of your tractors. Your mechanical knowledge is obviously vast. I am learning so much. Not the least is how important it is to keep everything properly oiled. Thank you!
You're something else Pete, all good! I love your equipment and ur vast and wonderful knowledge and find ur explanations easy and captivating! How fun! I'm loving tractors as much as cars!!!! ❤😊
I remember, in my teens, back in te 60s, a farmer down the road had a couple f20s, and his kids used to flog them almost to death. I wonder if they are still alive..... more memories, thanks Pete.
That is one sweet F-20 Pete, I used to have one but wasn’t pretty like yours. So I always heard about the Farmall regular and now I know why. Thanks Pete!
Almost a Zero turn!!! Thanks, you reminded me with you oiling the felt! I live in an old two story home with radiators throughout. The Antiquated boiler has an electric pump in line with the huge water line, that circulates the water from the boiler 24/7. There are two small oil filler caps on the front and back of the pumps electric motor. Of course I am on the 3rd pump since I have lived here, If you don't keep oil fresh to the felt/ lubed bearings, we all know what can happen. And just like anything, like a water pump on a car or truck, because they run constantly during the winter, things wear out. Have a blessed Sunday. Robert
When I was a child in the 1960's and all the New England textile mills had moved south everyone's garage had one of those oil cans. Seeing all the small oil ports on that tractor now I know why. I have been to tractor & stationary engine shows and see the same thing, those really old engines using the external oil method as the oil leaked everywhere!
Glad to see you checking tire pressures. I've often wondered about that when seeing you pull out equipment after it's been sitting, but not seeing tire pressure addressed. Truly enjoy your videos and your philosophical comments on life. Also, your mechanical expertise and the ways in which you share it. Thank you!
I spit my coffee when the wig came out I didn't expect that
Same 😂
Ditto
With that wig, it looked like he’s ready to bake some cookies
Pete cracks me up!
Me too!
Nice to see the cat sleeping on your head at the end of the video 😂
An 85 year old tractor that hasn’t been started for a year ….. kicks over on the fourth easy turn. What a well maintained and mechanically sound machine. Well done Pete.
(Wow - a fancy dress field day … 😂)
Non ethanol gas helps also.
@@Boxbirder Yup, ethanol gas causes more problems, particularly with carburetors, than most people realize.
It’s like the old Fords. They don’t build them like that anymore.
HAIR TODAY ... Gone Tomorrow !🤣
The man sure knows and loves his tractors 😊
Yeah... my Dad would say - "A clean tractor is a happy tractor." So... there is that... lol.
“There’s no replacement for displacement” has to be one of my favorite things you have said that made me chuckle. I can’t explain why, but I thoroughly enjoy your style of comedy
He also said it can run and charge the battery.
Thanks for taking a moment to explain the starting process for the F-20...interesting series of events before you even crank .
all ways nice to get a Just a Few Acres Farm Video
A clean tractor is critical for peak aerodynamic performance.
Pete - that last drive really put a youthful flow to your hair 👍
When my kids were grown, I told them the secret to being an adult was that there’s no such thing as being an adult. Cheers 😂
Yeah, the horsepower to dirt/ dust ratio sky rockets once the this beast of a tractor is cleaned and detailed. Beautiful machine. Great video to wake up to while enjoying some coffee.
I love watching you and Hilarie, I also love your bad jokes and all the silly things that you do. Gives me a laugh for the day. Thank you, Pete and Hilarie.
As a software dev do I need to know the intricacies of a tractor more than twice my age?
No.
Do I feel more complete with this knowledge?
Yes.
Cheers for the video 😊
I bought a little genius plow from a guy. He had his grandfather’s F20. He showed me the bill of sale. $800 and 2 horses. He purchased it from a dealer in Ramsey, Illinois. He still has the cotton umbrella with the dealer name on it.
I doubt those trade-in horses are still in operable shape! And THEY NEVER came with a dealer advertisement umbrella.
@@348Tobico that might be so but it was on the invoice.
Pete another great video. Enjoyed watching while having my coffee this morning. Have a great rest of your Sunday.
The F-20 is the Fountain of Youth...!! Makes you look 20 years younger when it's running right...🤣🤣
Dont ever change, Pete. You are hilarious!
LOL...fastest working Rogaine in history. Thanks for the video
I ask myself why I love this channel….it’s the calming effect it has over me…
That tractor is beautiful. You must be so pleased with the outcome of your hard work. Hope you enjoyed the plowing competition
Good morning from Texas! Pete’s videos are so satisfying… soothing even 👍👍
Coffee out the nose sucks on a Sunday. That old tractor runs like a 29 jewel Bulova drilled out for 3 extra jewels.
It's always impressive at how quickly those old tractors of yours start after sitting for so long. ETA - and the bit of comedy right at the end. Pure gold.
I live a suburb of a New England city and have never been on a tractor or worked on engines. But I LOVED this video. Your commentary on the architecture, function and maintenance of this nearly century-old tractor was fascinating, with history as well as engineering. This is a machine you work with in all its parts, made so farmers could keep it running on the fuel they could get and use it for a range of farm tasks over the seasons. Unlike the computerized cars on the highways today, where the engine function is sort of a black box and it’s assumed most owners will have work done by a mechanic, this old tractor’s needs are for the farmer to do.
I continue to be amazed at all the things you must know to keep a farm like yours running. You add to the list by restoring and using old tractors and gear, but not so long ago, most farmers would have had to use those tractors and keep them running. And before that, when draft animals were used, there would have been another long list. It strikes me that the transition from draft animals to early tractors must have been really hard for farmers. It can’t have been easy for salesmen to convince them to make this change and to educate them on how to maintain the equipment.
Oh the beauty in watching the cows playfully follow you Pete! 💕 🐄
I'm starting to see older tractors for sale on marketplace and roadside farms. Young Bucks looking to work some ground on a thin dime get a head start if the stumble into this room.
Thanks for preserving the operational knowledge of these old tractors, Pete. Nice hat!
Doesn't it give you a real sense of pride when you start it so easily? Love it.
I got a good chuckle. The wash. The donuts and the wig😂Thanks for the great content.
2 of our grandsons stay with us 2 Saturdays a month. The 6 yr old comes in the bedroom at daylight and says “ Is Pete on!” We love your videos!🙋🏻♂️👦🏼
You definitely have some fantastic old tractors!!! Thanks for sharing!
Who else loves this channel? Its the flower in a field of cactus.😊
Pete, I noticed two abilities you have that you should be very proud of. 1. The excellent job you did rebuilding that beautiful tractor. 2. The ability to grow a nice head of hair while taking said tractor for a spin to blow the cobwebs out. Congrats!
I love old Tractors so this is my favorite episode now.
Beautifully restored old equipment that runs like a top! Pete I can't thank you enough for these videos!
Elvis has left the building!
I am amazed at your knowledge of mechanics and your ability to restore such old machinery. To be honest, I have no idea what you're talking about, but those tractors sure are beautiful.
exactly feel same way
Reminds me of taking my horse out for the 1st ride in the spring after being in winter pasture. Put her thru her paces, remind her how to work together 😁
Pete, Did you realize that you had a dead beaver on you head in that last shot? LOL
I laughed even harder after I read this! Good one! Love you Pete!
That was no beaver, he was just filming too close to Titas
Loved the video and your new hair piece, lol, just as good as your jokes.
Noooo betterrrr!!!!! LoL 😂
I take great pride in cleaning and getting my little tractor ready for plow days and parades very calming
Driving those tractors are like time machines. It takes me back to when there were 3 billion more birds and DC3s droning through the sky. 😊
When I saw that wig on your head. I said " what the hell does he have on his head. " lol. Enjoy your sense of humor Pete!!!!!!❤
You almost got me with that hair... LoL LoL 😅 I thought I was watching a younger you for a minute! So much fun, never a dull moment with you ❤️❤️ Thanks for being you!!!! 😁
LOL on the wig....Pete, you have a great sense of humor.
My dad was one of the guys that went from the F20 to a H in 1942, he discovered that the H didn’t preform as he wanted. After the war he soon traded that H for a M. It is amazing what a big step between a H and M.
I had to laugh when I saw the wig 😂😂😂😂. The old tractor is looking and sounding great. I hope it all goes well and you are having fun. Thanks for the video, and I'll see you later.
Beautiful tractor! Hope you have a great time plowing with the old girl. Thanks Pete.🇺🇲💪✌️
Something was different….. I can’t quite figure it out….. good to see your hair club for men is working
Just when you’re not concentrating properly, I looked up. That was hilarious. Keep up the good work.
I am always astounded by the technical savvy and expertise in the design of old engines. Always. The designers and engineers were brilliant. And the love you have for maintaining and using your equipment would make those "ancient" design engineers very pleased. WOW! Farm boy Pete does "donuts" in the farm yard! Gotta' love those wheel brakes. Is that head warmer going to show up on chilly days this coming winter? It really says PETE in a very PETE way.
Great video! I love Petes sense of humor, reminds me of my husband. No warning ⚠️ just a giant wig, no mention of it, and you thought we wouldn't notice Pete LOL 😂 God bless you all
Hi Pete, Been cleaning out the storage bins again, it gives you a nice shine, your tractor, looks grate Pete.
Never had a hard time starting the old 1938 F-20. I always used gasoline in our tank as someone before us changed out the tank. I did keep the shutters when I rebuilt the tractor and dad was very happy. Our F-20 had the rims turned around to point out. Here in western Massachusetts these were mostly used for row crop tractors. Our front rims were identical to yours, but the rear rims used to be steel and someone before us had rubber mounting rims installed. You sir, have a very nice 1939
I'm not sure my father taught me that starting, or even if he knew. Although I sold his 1938 F-20 I rebuilt for him a few years later, I still enjoy listening to that sound of the F-20 running!!
I’m always impressed by the rugged engineering on those earlier generations of Farmall tractors. The history of the development of tractor technology is super fascinating and the cut throat shady industry that propelled it.
Service and a bath the old tractor sounds great Pete. Have a great day!
Best ending ever!!! Pete, Pete, Pete….😀😝
Pete your videos just get better and better.
Nice way to put some wind in the "HAIR"!!
Some things my Dad told me about running kerosene in the '30's in F20's: Some of the fuel didn't burn and ended up in the pan. Every morning he had to open the top petcock to drain off the kerosene that rose to the top of the oil overnight. The distillate also made a lot of carbon which kept the exhaust valves from seating so when doing a lot of plowing he would have to run on gasoline every few days to let the valves "heal up". Then back to the distillate. Most farmers soon decided the few cents saving wasn't worth it and converted their F20's, etc. to full gasoline. Besides the "cold" manifold swap, high compression pistons were installed which stuck up out of the block about a half inch instead of flush. He picked corn with a 2 row mounted picker on the F20 until about 1960. When mounting the picker every fall he also swapped the rear tires to a set that was much smaller diameter. This slowed the tractor enough to both run the picker and pull a wagon in soft ground.
If I worked as hard as you do on my machines i would cover them u with clean sheets. nice job Pete.
I enjoyed your comments about listening to the sound of the tractor as you went up the hills. It is important to be able to hear the sounds of the engine. My daughter has a high frequency hearing loss and every once and awhile I would ride along with her in her truck. I would hear things that she could not hear even with hearing aids. So I would tell her to get that sound look into. It is a great thing to be able to hear those changes in the engine and other things. Thanks for the video! I always enjoy your sense of humor!
You never fail to supply me with a heart-felt grin and giggle! 😁
Wow that is a nice tractor. It is hard to believe it is so old.
Hey Pete... seems a badger crawled up top your head and is taking a nap. haha
You’ve matured, Pete. No more screaming and shaking your fists at the migratory geese - well done!!
That plough day must be a HAIR RAISING event....I want to go now! Is it HAIR or is it there? I hope it's HAIR for Pete's SAKE!!!
I just know "plow day" will be so much fun . Actually I think it's fun watching you walk through the pasture seeing the shadow of you AND your GoPro as you walk along. Can't wait for plow day!
One of your endearing traits, you’re silly Pete. That “39” really shines.
Oh my word, Pete. You are a trip. Enjoy the plow day. I sure look forward to seeing some of it. Thank you, as always.
I have to say the thatch you had on at the end was a vast improvement made you look years younger!!
It's like a trip down memory lane for us. We used to have a IH Farmal, with the engine attached to the rear axle with what looked like a 7 inch pipe. It was also TVO, and we would have to switch back to Petrol about two furrows before going back to the farm. Then we could switch the fuel off when we left the field, and make it all the way back to the Stack-Yard, before the engine would stop. After the Farmal, my uncle had a IH 275, which was hardly worn, the original track rod ends had no play at all...!
Delighted to see the Rogain is working! Hollywood, here he comes!
LOLOL!!! Yep, I laughed out loud. Oh my. Anyway, I just love how you explain the ins and outs of your tractors. Your mechanical knowledge is obviously vast. I am learning so much. Not the least is how important it is to keep everything properly oiled. Thank you!
Good morning, Pete. What a fine piece of machinery. The simplicity of this tractor is mind-blowing, like that wig.😂
See ya next week
A clean tractor is a happy tractor.
Worked her a little bit and turned you both into spring chickens. LOL Great video Pete. Can't wait to see Plow Day. Thanks!
You're something else Pete, all good! I love your equipment and ur vast and wonderful knowledge and find ur explanations easy and captivating! How fun! I'm loving tractors as much as cars!!!! ❤😊
20:49 you looked like a kid in a candy shop for the very first time all smiles😊
I remember, in my teens, back in te 60s, a farmer down the road had a couple f20s, and his kids used to flog them almost to death. I wonder if they are still alive..... more memories, thanks Pete.
Never let OUR tractors get dirty
Your Grandma would have the fits if she sees you with that wig LOL! Good job on the tractor! She runs very good for her age!
I was rolling on the floor with laughter the wig got to go on plow day.
What a great Sunday morning to watch a new great video of you Pete thank alot
Never realized how complicated tractors could be. Your videos are so interesting and informative, love them!
That is one sweet F-20 Pete, I used to have one but wasn’t pretty like yours. So I always heard about the Farmall regular and now I know why.
Thanks Pete!
Nothing a Shiny red tractor fresh from a bath and ready to work! Love the new hair do! 😅😂
Almost a Zero turn!!! Thanks, you reminded me with you oiling the felt! I live in an old two story home with radiators throughout. The Antiquated boiler has an electric pump in line with the huge water line, that circulates the water from the boiler 24/7. There are two small oil filler caps on the front and back of the pumps electric motor. Of course I am on the 3rd pump since I have lived here, If you don't keep oil fresh to the felt/ lubed bearings, we all know what can happen. And just like anything, like a water pump on a car or truck, because they run constantly during the winter, things wear out. Have a blessed Sunday. Robert
When I was a child in the 1960's and all the New England textile mills had moved south everyone's garage had one of those oil cans. Seeing all the small oil ports on that tractor now I know why. I have been to tractor & stationary engine shows and see the same thing, those really old engines using the external oil method as the oil leaked everywhere!
nice hair LOL, nice seeing the old iron still getting it done
A clean tractor may not run better, but it will be a happy tractor!
Glad to see you checking tire pressures. I've often wondered about that when seeing you pull out equipment after it's been sitting, but not seeing tire pressure addressed. Truly enjoy your videos and your philosophical comments on life. Also, your mechanical expertise and the ways in which you share it. Thank you!
Now, the ole girl is ready to plow❤❤❤❤
Thanks for all the work behind the videos. You know the MD will be jealous of Plow Day. If possible, film the entire day and all the equipment.
Pattie still seems to have a lot to say about things still 😅
The wind flowing through his beautiful hair, that’s farming.
Lol love the wig Pete! She is gonna drag the crap out of that plow! Can’t wait to see it!
Playing with his toys makes him feel young again.