A History of International Harvester Trucks 1907-1955

[@MrDad2boys]

Pete, you’re a natural at this sort of content production! Thank you. Hope you enjoyed making it.

[@joejohnson7517]

Pete my 8yo daughter really loves your videos. She gets excited every time you upload. Thanks for sharing intellectual content for all ages.

[@Lumberjack4ever1993]

That red on the 856 really looks good!!! Can't wait to see it done

[@GenmechanicMartinsburg]

Thanks Pete for the history!!

[@davehine724]

Pete, You are so easy to listen to and I will say, not everyone has that talent. Thanks so much for producing this channel!!!

[@Daveco82]

Thanks for the video Pete! Some of the very best content on the internet!

[@TheCowboylogic]

Thanks Pete. I enjoy your Channel. IH made some good old trucks.

[@Ertl1-64]

This is by far the best farming channel!! Pete is just like my grandpa talks just like him

[@genewileyopa]

Yes I did enjoy it. You have a way of explaining topics that makes it interesting. Thank you Pete

[@kevinandres5053]

Pete some great history and the way you explain it all

[@JonStratford1234]

I never noticed that the IH logo is a front view of a guy on a tractor! Very interesting information in this video. Thanks, Pete.

[@rbud57]

Same here!! Not that interested in specific models and makes and such of trucks and tractors, that was my dear departed Hubby's thing. I just know what I like - old ones and "pretty" ones, as I describe some of them. (Same with motorcycles, haha!) But even I feel that I learned a few things I could appreciate during this episode, and the guy on the tractor was definitely one of those things, haha! Cool!

[@HensOnly]

Such an interesting history! Thank you for giving us the stories of these International Harvester trucks and their "family trees".

[@scottdeeslcutusa8117]

Pete, Thank you for this historical thread of the trucks.

[@scotthelmbrecht8403]

The 856 is looking awesome great job.

[@davidignacio3009]

That is very informational and entertaining as well. You did research thoroughly on this one. Kudos Pete. Keep it up.

[@MrNaylorchristopherl]

You are just a wealth of knowledge Pete! I always enjoy your videos of documenting IHC’s history!

[@brianlimanen]

Some facts about International Harvester Rifles. You mentioned them in the context of WWII. IHC didn't get the contract to make M1 rifles until 1951. This contract was based on geography. When the nuclear era began our small arms manufacturing was all based in a small area of New England and thus all our small arms were vulnerable to a single nuclear attack. The contract was put out to manufacturers NOT in New England and IHC got the contract. They are highly prized by collectors, myself included.

[@joeterpstra125]

Another interesting fact, IHC didn’t receive many contracts during ww2 due to the fact that they needed to produce trucks and tractors to keep the homefront going, the only notable things they made were half tracks and torpedoes, they were contracted to be the main supplier for the m7 medium tank before it was cancelled, the even built an entire factory for it, the betterford plant, as you can imagine IHC was pissed when they only ended up building 7

[@peterstockschlaeder956]

@@joeterpstra125 yeah but from the article I read, seems like the project was killed since it didn't really provide the right value. I mean, if you gun it like the Sherman, but the armor is worse, came in overweight, and only just barely faster than the Sherman (which was already a proven design), you'l likely cancel it also. en.wikipedia.org/wiki/M7_medium_tank

[@lynnie6-.]

That was awesome, I didn't know there were so many. I recognized some of the trucks from my childhood when we would come up in the mountains for the summer to be with my great grandparents, it brought up some good memories.

[@howardj602]

I believe that the M16 was produced at the Colt armory plant located in Hartford Ct. You can spot the building from I-91 because of its beautiful sparkling blue onion dome. They ceased operations in 1994, and it is now a national historic site.

[@carmenmendez6836]

You know International should sponsor you! All the restoration farm vehicles you have and are doing, it's impressive! I love everyone of them, the work and love you put in every renovation, your knowledge is amazing! Good luck, looking forward to seeing a brand "new" truck soon! ❤

[@LiSa.N.J]

I'm going to show my age here..but back in high school (early 80's) an old boyfriend had an International Harvester 1200 D pickup he rebuilt. I remember it well. We drove all over the trails and fields with that old truck. Don't recall ever getting stuck either! Good Times! Thanks for the throwback memory Pete..I broke some cobwebs thinking back that far. Stay safe! Can't wait to see this ole boy fire up again! Yes..I am a bit of a farm/garage/grease monkey kinda gal myself.

[@boomerdrillman]

Pete, once again I find your content fascinating! Thanks

[@hiflier7197]

I am a big fan for people to do what they enjoy. It is obvious where you stand on this subject. Thank you, sir!

[@karenzorn773]

Loved hearing the history of this truck and how it evolved just amazing, thks for sharing, keep on farming.

[@larrydavidson3402]

This was a very interesting video, great job Pete.

[@jsal2366]

Love a great history story. Keep the awesome content coming Pete 👍👍

[@AimeekayHayward-nm8dh]

Hey Pete thanks for the video!

[@kevinkoepke8311]

The family farm, which my cousins still farm, has a K series 2 ton grain truck. I drove several times helping with the wheat harvest. The truck is still operating only in a collective state, as my cousin Barry is bringing it back to life. Thanks, Pete!

[@keithselzer9816]

Pete you could have been a great history teacher, i could listen to you all day and night talk about trucks and tractors. Great video as always. Thanks

[@leecarroll1817]

As a kid growing up on a farm in Texas during the 50s my dad milked cows and we sold cream. We had a cream separator and was a McCormick Deering brand. Yes my Dad loved his H Farmall.

[@brycewiborg8095]

I gave a McCormick Deering milking machine as a wedding gift because the bride is a collector. I understand.

[@jeffreyjohnson8212]

Great rundown! Thanks for putting this together!!

[@mevinson]

Love the video, We drove our fair share of 'Corn-Binders" ( C.B. lingo for a IH semi) we also drove one like yours for a local farm hauling grain to the elevators. Here in Michigan we still see the older ones at the tractor / antique car shows and it brings back many memories. We are in our mid seventies and still enjoy the thrill of these wonderful machines! We love your passion for everything you do Pete.

[@k75romeofive]

My dad shortened that to " binder". I think that was pretty common in that time. There were so many different of manufacturers of trucks that do not exist today.

[@marchebert7442]

Barnyard Buick.

[@Telephony954]

Great show Pete, Thanks for sharing. Be well.

[@ellisc.foleyjr9778]

Being and "Old" IH owner/operator. I loved this video! I've had a 1966 Scout, a 1968 Loadstar 1600, an a 1978 Loadstar also. both the trucks I used to haul hay on. averaged between 300-360 bales depending on the baler and size es weight of the bales. so put my share of time working and driving those old "CornBinders" as we used to call them. (Love the Mack dog on the hood) we ujsed to meet a lot of drivers at truck stops that drove Macks. and my wife made little sweaters for their dogs to wear for few of the guys we knew on the road. those were the days. now 81 and retired enjoying watching you're video's Pete. met lots of farmers and truckers. in my time! thanks for sharing. ECF

[@QuietRiverBear]

Some NOS boxes are awesome. You can tell they took pride in their work and product.

[@dennisbelles9236]

A treasure trove of information. That's why I enjoy your channel so much pete. Thank you for your time and effort in researching this.

[@jamesrobinson9304]

Thnaks Pete. As I've always said, you are one of the best teachers I have experienced in my 82 years.

[@busturdify]

What a great old truck! My wife and I were very excited when you started the teardown of the truck! I personally was thrilled to see Henry helping dad out! My son has recently become interested in doing mechanical work on his own car and I have all the tools. It makes for good quality time together! Thanks for all your thoughtful insights on everything from farming to mid-life “life coaching” we both love it!!🎉

[@BASRANCH]

Thanks Pete, nice content. Your enthusiasm about the things that mean something to you is what makes you worth watching. That can likely be said most creators, but not all creators have the same abilities to deliver. You have a unique skill set and drive that my family and I enjoy watching. Thank you for being you! Have a good day, and I'll see you in the next one.

[@FarmandSpeed]

great video! Dad retired from the Harvester Truck plant in Fort Wayne that is now a museum.

[@Evelyn-cy6hw]

I am especially fascinated by the 1920s trucks and tractors. Both of my parents were born in the mid-1920s, so I imagine the America they experienced then, and your research and presentation really helps my imaginings. Also I am a great- and great-great granddaughter of northeast Iowa original pioneer farmers. The great grandparents had retired by the time the first IH tractor and truck were created. Thanks Peter for sharing your passion! Evelyn in Minnesota

[@DaveMcMahan]

Like many others, I worked at IH as my grandfather and father did. It was an interesting experience as an 18 y/o kid. At one time 10,000 people worked at IH in Ft Wayne. Truly enjoyed the history lesson. Great job Pete ( as usual).👍🏻

[@brianmcguirk8416]

You're the best Pete, Thanks

[@sonnyblack9905]

Great video Pete. Just a wealth of knowledge!

[@FusedFootage]

There are alot of people on KZbin. You are my favorite. My wife, daughter and I have watched every episode for years most if which are very educational and extremely positive. Thank you Pete & Family.

[@douglasburford8452]

You give the greatest lectures, informative and entertaining.

[@Vermontractor]

Glad you are saving that bit of history.

[@ronfoley6155]

Thanks for the great IH history. I have a 1952 L-130. I love my truck!

[@oldcars5547720]

I thoroughly enjoyed this brief history. As you were explaining, I could hear my uncle Walter's voice in the materials you were sharing. He worked on naval aircraft at Pensacola Naval Air Station. Even though he became a manufacturer's rep for an electronics company, he was constantly working on his own vehicles long into the 1970s. I used to be amazed at his methodical approach to auto mechanics --- he was an inspiration. Look forward to the restoration and the custom pistons.

[@jamescaneda9515]

Thanks for the interesting history lesson. I’ve owned my ‘51 L110 since 1969 and have kept it original. I’m retired now and very much look forward to finding NOS on the internet. Keep up the good work my friend.

[@earlneville3895]

Thank you Peter !

[@dyates6380]

I wish I had the skill and patience and know how to do that type of work. Thanks Pete, a great and informative video!

[@supershuffle]

Pete, what a great communicator you are. This video on a brief history of IHC trucks was enlightening in many respects. Your passion for all things IH came across clearly with this presentation highlighted by your current tractor restoration as a background. You sir’ are the number #1 authority on all things related to one of the world’s best companies. The International Harvester Company. Best wishes as you forge ahead with these two huge restoration projects. It’s been a fun and rewarding experience watching your videos. Regards, Ken

[@canmetro75]

Pete you are full of knowledge. I appreciate your videos.

[@jerrylukehart]

Thank you for the history I love the old international trucks and tractors

[@TiaraPoodles]

My first (auto buggy) car was a full-size SUV, a 1971 IH Travelall! I was thrilled to drive this 4wd at age 14 through the back roads and narrow town streets of rural Cumberland County, PA, Blessed are those that still have some of these wonderful old machines. My dad used to take his Scout through incredible terrain for us to go camping.

[@jonathanwalda811]

I knew there was a reason I was hoping you went ahead with the restoration that was a great video thank you 😊

[@kenpecora7526]

Great job Pete.

[@kirbyholton1082]

My Dad bought a new L series 1950 pickup. I learned to drive in that old truck. It was a tough truck. I think it was finally retired in the late 70's. Thanks for the history lesson.

[@lewmonegan3467]

Hi Pete, Thank You so much, I did not realize there were so many different trucks and options with international trucks. As usual, very well put together video.

[@johnmarlow2887]

Thanks, Pete, for all that info.

[@thomasspink4930]

Loved the history. My Grandpa had a '46 stake truck that he used to delivered equipment for a Minneapolis Molina dealership.

[@do8646]

Thanks Pete, great video.

[@TheJudgeandexecutioner]

Love the informational videos with history. keep doing these. Good job Pete.

[@romanf5061]

Pete, thanks for posting this history. I'm thoroughly enjoying the truck videos... I've had a soft spot for old IH trucks for years, having spent my summers on the farm in the 1970's and seeing many of these old oddballs still in service (when the norm was Chevy or Ford). I'm pleased to hear you're a fan of the KB series - I owned a '47 KB2 for some time. They are wonderful trucks, speaking from a design stand-point. And being an Industrial Designer, myself, thank you for the shout-out to Raymond Loewy.

[@lesgaal4017]

That was the sheer beauty of International Harvester vehicle range it catered for such a broad range of people's needs.

[@hwcinc]

I sent this to my grandson. I’m hoping he enjoys it as much as I did.

[@ronaldferino3414]

Great video, a little trip through history. My brother in-law had an International Scout it was a nice vehicle did a lot if off road with it, lots of fun. I've driven many Intl. Semi Trucks through out my career, never any real complaints they were pretty decent trucks.

[@richardspiger7757]

your love of history aligns with your story telling ability.

[@davidkraft3690]

What a wondful video Pete. on our farm we used a D2 pickup and the man (a cousin} who custom shelled our ear corn had a Minnapolis-Moline sheller mounted on a modei A internternational chasis with a 6 cylinder IH engine that was also used in the W30 Mecormic Deering tractor. We also had a 1936 Cabover 1 1/2 ton farm truck with a live stoch body .Great trucks.Great video.

[@raymondbazant6536]

Loved it! I'm just tickled pink that I learned this invaluable history. I'm ready for more later like you said!

[@michaelwebb4833]

Very informative Pete thanks

[@jimcrichton8028]

So glad you are evidently enjoying researching all these details as much as I am enjoying hearing about them.

[@JuliaPillis]

Thank you for a wonderful video of the history of international trucks. International trucks are extremely rare. Thanks for saving one. Derick would be so proud of you.

[@robertschauer376]

The history of equipment is always amazing and very interesting

[@jonathancrissinger2301]

This was very interesting. I love hearing about the history of older machines as well. Thanks for sharing this. See you later.

[@MarkWYoung-ky4uc]

Great video Mr. Pete. You did the IH trucks proud.

[@vmdairy]

Memories! When I got my drivers license in 1962 my father had a 1954 3/4 ton R-series pickup, yellow color, for the farm. It had Holstein cow decals on both doors. When I drove it to high school some days my younger sister was embarrassed to be seen disembarking from it and had me drop her off out of eyesight!

[@peterhodgkins6985]

What a great history lesson!! Thanks, Pete!

[@amilhubbard8755]

Please do cover more things about international harvester anything and everything. You do such a great job. And your voice is great for it.

[@lynnbrewer43]

Love all the info you have put together, takes time to do this, thanks very much..

[@LauraDittman]

Thank you, Pete for the valuable information. I love hitting the "recall" button to evolution of International Harvester trucks. If I had your talent I would love to have the 4x4 or travelall, take care

[@levesquejp4964]

Teacher pete put his teaching outfit today ! Thanks pete sharing those deep historical info good day for youtube when pete’s posting

[@Mister006]

Farmboy Architect with a love for design! This was seriously very cool!

[@charleselertii6187]

Excellent job Pete! Thank you! Chuck in Florida.

[@dennislinn9151]

Hi Pete, I'm the other Architect/Farmer that you met at the Half Century of Progress show,from Indiana. I have a 1956 S180 above with 26000 original miles that I plan to restore soon. Your videos will be a great help. Thanks.

[@Bigdreamsforasmallfarm]

Thank you for the history video of the early versions of the International truck line, I love the Early International trucks. We have a 1945 K5 (1 1/2 ton) farm truck that is going to work on our small family farm. It has a dump flatbed, a built-in toolbox, and even a built-in air compressor to air up tires in the field.

[@vernnnnnnn]

Pete you have a great talent for these short history videos too. I would enjoy any more of these you care to dive into

[@Gears_N_Grease]

@7:25 arrow transport . Still in business here in British Columbia! Been in business since 1919 , great company and great history

[@nelcoyle]

As a near teen on the farm, my dad decided the corner of the stone foundation on the barn needed to be rebuilt. A neighbouring farmer agreed to do the job. To say that he was a man of few words is an overstatement. A bachelor who lived with his brother’s family. Chewed tobacco - quietly. But what I remember most of all was his International three quarter ton pickup. I went with him to get sand at the quarry. I mixed the mortar. It was truly the toughest and noisiest vehicle I have ever been in. No conversation was possible - or desired. Every panel vibrated and resonated. It was a lesson in the meditation of physical work and hard nosed practicality.

[@ThomasDrehfal]

My grandfather worked at IH in Milwaukee from 1922 to 1966 - talk about seeing the changes! My father did his electrician journeymen at IH in Milwaukee in the early 50's. My mom worked at IH also in the early 50's as a secretary, until my brother was born in 1952. I remember my grandfather talking about making parts for torpedoes during the war. Always fascinating!

[@ronarmstrong8585]

Pete, you a wealth of knowledge, whether it be your farming methods, your excellent tractor restorations and now your history on IHC trucks. Thoroughly enjoy each video you put out. You are a great teacher on all your different subjects. Hello to Hillary and the kids. May God continue to bless you and your family.

[@louisel.sinniger2057]

Wow, you are just about walking encyclopedia of mechanical items like tractors, trucks. When I hear you talking about all this you remind me of Jay Leno. He knows quite a bit about some of those old vehicles he has. Great video

[@CarbonPoweredLife]

Great video! Man you weren't kidding, the trucks were much harder to catalog vs the tractors! But, thanks for trying, I love this old history too!

[@brianstrawser3654]

I love these types of history videos. Please consider a video on the history of i-h tractors. Thanks so much Pete.

[@kathleenmccoy-iq2tu]

Gracious hello to you Pete & your wife, My husband and I are true avid followers of your show. It is truly inspiring, lots of good information and the kindness you display is for one soothing and heart felt. Before we started looking at your series we had a few that were close to your way of doing things but not quite. So Pete you are our number one. You have with your wife Hilary a beautiful farm and your farm animals are well kept and happy and this says it all. All the best to you and your family and cannot forget your son, such a beautiful kind young man. You both did such a great job raising him.

[@kenallen2661]

Super Diamond Vid Pete keep doing what ya love to do and God bless.

[@brentbosworth8845]

Yes Pete, I enjoy all your videos. This was interesting to me because my dad had IH pickups from the early 60's into the late 70's. Thanks !

[@packatk7431]

Loved this video... I'm a vehicle history nerd. I love to hear the evolution, the how's the why's, of a series of vehicles. Thanks Pete! I really enjoyed this.

[@maggiegtg4260]

Thanks for the evolution of your truck history

[@billkenosky3825]

Thanks for sharing the video and the time you spent on this.I enjoyed the video.

[@overwatch2671]

Nice video, Pete. Interesting dive into the international trucks. See you Sunday.

[@billwinterlk777k4]

I agree. The KB series is somehow the best appearing of all manufacturers of the period. Also my favorite.

[@1972BRJ]

Enjoyed the video Pete, thanks for the history of the international trucks. My grandfather drove an International freight truck, tractor and trailer, for R.D Fowler Motorlines out of High Point NC, that was during the 40s's. He delivered freight up and down the east coast. I've heard a many a stories from those days.