NEW SHOES for the Farmall MD!

[@JustaFewAcresFarm]

Hi all, as an postscript to this video, a few days later I received the new steering sector gear, installed it, and took the tractor for a test drive. The gear was indeed the problem. The MD steers light as a feather now! One more problem fixed!

[@kathrynhelm4176]

Cool new tires! She is looking mighty fine...a real beauty! 👍🥰❤️

[@stevechaudoir9052]

What a great tractor. No computers.....no cab.....no air conditioning....no satellite connections. The Farmall MD is how God intended tractors to be! Thanks for another great video Pete.

[@terrywelford3204]

You Sir are a delight, I love your passion and your ability to convey that passion, I am a 75 year old Limey who although did not grow up on a farm but lived in a small marked town in Berkshire where the only work for a young restless boy was to 'help out' on the local small farms ( most of them were small in the fifties), overcoming fear of large animals, and learning the intricacies of old ford petrol/paraffin tractors, I had the time of my life and although I did not graduate to working full time in farming,(left to join the services) it left me with an ability to deal with 'what is' not what I want or what I wish for that has stood me in good stead for all these years, love your site, love the farm, love your tractors, stay well, stay safe, regards to you and your family.

[@montana4939]

We have enjoyed following along on the tractor rebuilding and have learned so much one tool that we were amazed at was the tractor stands your father built , WOW great idea and the tractor looks fantastic

[@fbh31118]

It's looking great Pete! Your Dad must be so proud to see this happening. 👏👍🤛

[@backtonature433]

You're dad's stands are absolutely 💯 amazing, great job😉😉😉

[@jimsteele7108]

I like the look of those wider tires. Back when I was a youngster my dad picked up a super 88 oliver. Dad put a turbo on the Waukesha diesel and wider wheels that would take 18.4 * 38's. It was fun to disc with, especially at dusk with a slight glow coming off the chrome stack. Dad and I reminisced about that on his deathbed. It's where I go to visit my happy place.

[@RatdogDRB]

The genius is in the simplicity of the old stuff. The older I get, the more I appreciate the old stuff. Lookin' mighty fine there, Pete!!!

[@ryksorensen496]

I always enjoy seeing how a COMPLETE farmer and their ability and rational! Thank you!

[@cgummow138]

Using an antique screw jack for an antique tractor. Pete, you are a purist at heart.

[@semiproactive9625]

Thanks Pete. I saw much more red paint today and decided to pull over for a few minutes. I love your attention to the details. Old iron will go on for centuries when loved and nourished. I just turned 70 and still looking thru the rust heaps for true gold. Rock On, Friend.

[@unclesquirrel6951]

That is a good looking tractor. She looks pretty all shinny and perfect

[@rickharper6320]

Few realize the amount of hard work, time, perseverance, and above all patience that goes into such a project. Even though the videos you shared were very comprehensive, there is much that was edited and omitted due to time constraints and I have to give you a lot of credit for keeping the important steps of each process. I have thoroughly enjoyed binge watching from the beginning. These Farmall Diesel engines are very complicated and I admire your courage on taking on such a rebuild. All while continuing to run your farm. Thanks for sharing, each episode makes my day.

[@MarkWYoung-ky4uc]

The old boy is looking better everyday Mr. Pete! I look forward to seeing it in action.

[@davemetcalfe3388]

I really enjoy your enthusiasm, satisfaction and joy. It makes me feel good that things your Dad did still impress you. I wish my Dad was still here and we could do things together. Thanks, Pete.

[@uberism81]

It's nice to hear those birds singing in the background. Springs coming!

[@bluepower_4life703]

Beautiful old girl there. I'm a ford guy but always appreciate the restoration of any old tractor. Good job

[@annalorree]

I’ve never been a FarmAll girl, but I appreciate the care you are going through with this tractor. I have been rebuilding a 1950 Ford 8N throughout Covid. I’ve gotten mine to mechanically function after a full engine rebuild, I’ll be plowing my garden with it in the next week or two. Since I don’t have a large enough shop available, I’ll be painting mine this summer when it is warm and dry enough to do the job outside. I first found your channel because of this tractor project (the front half, last year, during my own rebuild project), so every tractor video warms my heart. Well done, Pete.

[@garyrumer153]

I can't wait to see you driving that tractor and telling us how much smoother it is to drive.

[@mcallahan9060]

It's nice to see the MD in the home stretch. Thanks for taking us along for the ride.

[@rosejohnson452]

I laughed out loud when the camera ( and i) nearly fell into the john deer green goo! From my perch on top of the motor, then radiator. I'm watching this amazed that each piece has a name and you know it! There is logic, precision and patience required. And you got it. Your knowledge is impressive. Thanks for sharing.

[@InquisitiveSearcher]

I personally am a mechanically minded individual and I greatly enjoy the rebuild work on the MD. We had an H on the farm when I grew up, an IH-856, and an Allis-180. The H was obviously the light duty utility tractor but for only 26-hp that thing could do a lot! The tractor that got the most use was the Allis, the IH was used mostly for the large field implements. Well,... large for the time. Then Dad took the old "Horn" loader off the H and bought some huge, maybe 8 foot wide, snowblower that went on the 856 and a small skid loader for getting manure out of the animal barns. That old Horn loader had only the pair of one way cylinders on it and a bucket with a trip mechanism to unload it. The skid loader was a **BIG** improvement!!

[@timpedzinski230]

1st ! It's so good to see the project is getting close to the finishline. I remember when you were asking us which tractor you should restore next and then the fund raiser, Areyou going to do a cost recap on the whole project? The MD is certainly an interesting tractor. In 30 years maybe we will be watching one of the kids making hay on their farm with it. If we can still get fuel.

[@cindyboard7816]

Your meticulous work really shows Pete!!! Stay safe and best wishes to you and your family from Kentucky!!!! Wish my dad was around to watch your tractor restorations, he would have really enjoyed it!!!

[@hollyjobitner3285]

Me Too. I can’t watch these much because it makes me cry. I can smell the grease and hear the ping. My dad was a diesel mechanic for CPT. He traveled from Alaska to Venezuela. Not bad for a guy from small town USA.💙

[@cindyboard7816]

@@hollyjobitner3285 My dad was a farmer and as most had to be the mechanic. Before farming alone for a living he was a big equipment operator so one of my earliest memories is him coming home smelling of diesel fuel. I can smell diesel and get teary eyed quite easy!!!

[@hollyjobitner3285]

It’s nice to know that I’m not the only girl who was her father’s best son. 💙

[@TomSmith-me7ph]

Pete, that tractor looks awesome and it’s not even done yet. I would be proud of the job you have done. Have a great day!!

[@harrisonchevy4452]

Pete, what a beautiful Farmall MD tractor. So much better than one of those cheap modern new tractors 🚜 on the market today. I watched all of your rebuild videos and find them so interesting 🧐 and educational. I would never get this experience without your wonderful videos. Thanks so much. I truly appreciate. Take care and ha a great 😊 day, Dennis.

[@grammybear4226]

🐼 Big Bear Hugs from a 68 yr old grandma in Kirby, Texas, USA 🐼 ❤ 🎀 ❤ 🎀

[@mikemattcam]

Your Dad does excellent word. For both of you...GREAT JOB!

[@SteffanRhoads]

Wow you’re a great mechanic and do bodywork too!

[@c.j.francisco2225]

Pete, your father is a great pickup mechanical engineer. He designs and builds things that require a person to visualize projects in 3D. This shouldn’t surprise as his son was a talented architect which profession also requires a person to visualize projects in 3D. You are fortunate to have access to his skill and expertise. You two make a great partnership.

[@katieandkevinsears7724]

The MD is looking great! I can't wait to see the finished project.

[@edwardcolley7226]

You have done a great job 👍

[@JL-xn3zy]

Pete your skills and attention to detail are just impressive! Can't wait to see this baby done and making hay!

[@scottpetersen8386]

It's so nice, u almost dont want to get the tractor dirty, it looks so good!grew up driving these tractors,enjoy seeing your videos

[@michaelkoster8412]

Pete, I really enjoy watching you tackle these complex projects. You are so knowledgeable and detailed. The tractor look great!

[@coffeepot3123]

The best thing about new tires (anything that uses a tire tbh) is the smell and fresh whiskers spread around them from the injection moulding.

[@SwannOG]

Pete, have enjoyed traveling along with your rebuild on the tractor. I have helped others way back when I was much younger working on a few of these and truly it has been both and education and a good remembrance of all the finicky details that we dealt with back then and you have been dealing with. Thanks this has been a great winter video selection for your channel.

[@nicfrieler1305]

Really enjoy these videos on Restoration. I'm learning so much about these Tractors and how they operate. Thanks for another lesson.

[@rodneywager2142]

This was one of my favorite rebuilds of Farmall tractors. Thanks for sharing, and Dad gets a shout out for design and building safe and reliable stands. I'll be splitting a Farmall H for a clutch replacement this spring excellent designs.Thanks again

[@msw00]

She is looking great, the stand your Dad made is real nice. Almost there...

[@johnryder7531]

I'm very proud of you today Pete. My dad came very close to death on a Super C on a winter day when I was a young child. He went to the barn jumped into his truck and drove to the IH dealer and brought home a pair of fenders and put them on. I enjoy your channel very much. I told a beef farmer today at a local market about your channel. Keep up the college level education. And it's free.

[@bobwollard9105]

Pete, that tractor is looking fantastic! I am continually amazed at all of your abilities. Well done brother.

[@jameshalliday412]

I’m always in awe of your skills and knowledge in these videos. Thanks for putting this out there. Reminds me of my dad fixing everything under the sun and always without a manual somehow. I sure miss him.

[@juliannrowland6552]

O.M.G.!!! YOU HAVE DONE AN AMAZING JOB ON YOUR FARMALL MD!!! I AM SO SO HAPPY FOR YOU, IT LOOKS GREAT!!!

[@bretthawksley3582]

You done such a good job that I think you could take this to a Tractor show and win first place!! It looks brand new, and so it should, I have watched you strip this down to its bare bones, replace anything that needs it, refurb and oil/grease everything else, gave her new shoes and seat and she just looks a million pounds, I mean dollars - I am UK 😁

[@countryboylife14]

I'm glad that you restore these old tractors!

[@vinylrevolutions9718]

Great video Pete. I love watching you put the tractor back together, and then dismantle some of it! Going to be great when it’s done!

[@brentderksen6576]

Always enjoy a coffee and seing what you're up to. Have a great day yourself.

[@wayupnort6271]

You’re on the home stretch Pete! Can’t wait to see it on the job! 👍🏻

[@salimalameer1681]

Can’t wait to see the tractor getting the first sun light after the great job you’ve done to it

[@nickwiseman7770]

Beautiful job Pete! Holly smokes that MD looks really good! Really excited to see you get the tin work done with fresh decals!! Going to look sharp!

[@Sleekfalcon]

Looks a a awesome Pete. Its amazing the knowledge you have to share. Just love seeing you all in or nothing, keeping these old tractors going strong.

[@allanmcleod3302]

I would love to see Just a Few Acres painted on that tractor somewhere

[@larrydavidson3402]

It's looking good Pete, your attention to detail is what makes ir that way.

[@jtcorey9498]

Your project looks fantastic Pete!! great job so far!

[@iainpaton7129]

Hi friend your tractor is looking awesome 👌with the rebuild really really nice friend a like 👍😊please keep the great work up and please keep the great videos coming 👍from Scotland.

[@lynnembick431]

I'm very impressed with you and fixing the old tractors up!!

[@michaeld_68]

You did a great job with the MD!!!! I can't wait to see it in action on the farm!! Love the channel Pete . 👍

[@dianeilarson.loveyoutoohah8615]

Looking great there great job,,, also listening to those little red wing birds singing along ooh I can't wait for spring so my little Red wings will come and sing in my backyard,,,,,

[@GoFastGator]

Love the look on the old Farmall wheels. Especially with one or two rear weights in them. 😉

[@prestonmiller9552]

Love all the details and the Farmall line brings back many fond memories of driving Farmall tractors on my uncle's farm in Iowa when I was a kid. I always wished I could have been born on a farm instead of in town and my farm cousins always wished they could have lived in the city. I guess that's the way it goes. Thanks so much for your videos. I just can't ever stand to wait for the next one to come out.

[@KennyKizzleRustyNutzRanch]

Squatch put it best - the first start is the scariest part of the restoration! That's where you get all the kinks worked out. Ideal way to do it would be test it before paint, but is MUCH more labor/time intensive then to teardown for a repaint. She's looking great!!

[@caseywinn199]

Keep up the great work Pete.The wife daughter and I love watching. And we're big farmall people. You do your mechanical work just like I do and paint jobs. I've worked at 2 IH dealers and a Heavy truck shop. And currently restore Farmalls for people ........ So do it your way.......their beautiful 😍

[@JustaFewAcresFarm]

Thanks Casey!

[@lyn2839]

What a wonderful sound of spring red wing blackbirds in the back ground

[@kevinjoyce4817]

Looking like a brand new tractor very sharp job, will make you sad the first time you get it dirty.

[@rongosciminski4917]

Life is a cinch by the inch, but it's hard by the yard! Looking good!

[@CopeCory]

Love the restoration videos. I’ve restored tractors. You have my respect my friend. Well done.

[@homelandrelics]

I'm excited to see 'er in action! But not as excited as you, I'm sure. I love your attention to detail, and the knowledge you possess on these tractors is highly impressive. Have a good day Pete!

[@duett445]

As always Peter , you are amazing mechanic

[@Joe6packAmerican]

She's looking SWEET! Thanks for the update Pete.

[@ellisc.foleyjr9778]

Another great video Pete!. your thoughts on the wear on spur gears worms etc. is educational. you bring up ideas that i never would have thought of. But the sad part is I'll never get to use them. I"m 79 so chance of me tearing into a tractor rebuild are slim to none. But!! if I ever do! I'll be technically ready thanks to you! I whole heartedly love the stand your Dad designed and made that is the berries!. thanks again for sharing. ECF.

[@Dan-qy1rg]

Great one Pete, I enjoy watching your series on the MD. Hope everything goes well with the rest of the tractor rebuild, not to jinx you. Thanks for sharing, have a great week ahead.

[@cecilkoselke7878]

Totally agree with you, on the right handed tools! No one thinks of the true intellectuals of this world. 😉

[@itsrob2321]

I love a set of new tires! Congrats, Pete! That’s one nice tractor for sure!

[@chadklingshirn1508]

I can't say enough Pete. Remarkable job. I've learned so much watching your progress and it has given me the courage to attempt mine. Problem is, I can do the mechanics, but I am not a painter. It would seem silly to rip it all apart and not paint it before putting it back together. Again, thank you so so much for your videos!!

[@dans_Learning_Curve]

Watching you take the steering apart gives me motivation and knowledge how to check for where the slope is on my '41H. Looking great! 👍

[@jeffreyjohnson8212]

Enjoyed watching the MD rebuild…thank you for taking the time to share it with us!

[@kailand3056]

Pete, the tractor looks wonderful - all bright and shiny. Thank you for mentioning about the cowling - I was wondering what you were going to do. Also, I appreciated hearing about the tire loading - I was wondering about that too.

[@richardhicks7946]

It's looking great with all the work you have put into it. I can't wait for you to start working on the old truck you have. That should be a fun project. Something different to do. It would be great if Henry wanted to help on the truck. Y'all stay safe and bless y'all.

[@mikegraber6943]

Can't wait to see that beautiful machine in the field

[@oldwood4256]

Amazed at your knowledge of all things mechanical and everything else on your farm!Love your channel…is very relaxing for me. My wife is from Rochester NY suburban not farm. Keep doing what you are doing. Be blessed and stay safe ! Roger

[@bobbailey4954]

It sure looks like the engineering in the original design is steadfast. I’m impressed given the age of the tracker it’s an awesome machine good for another 50 years of farming. I can’t wait to see you put it to work.

[@carlcranson5487]

Another great video ,thanks pete ,enjoy every one. rock on!

[@donaldwallace7934]

Once again Pete, you have given me a process for determining the steering issues with my Oliver 88. It has similar issues as the MD in regards to steering. Once the weather warms up, that’s my first project!

[@richardmattaliano5649]

Pete!! I have a few questions....... 1) Any idea on how many man-hours you have into this project? 2) IF......(and I am not a tractor guy) there was an equavilent "new" tractor on the market today to your restored tractor.....any idea what that new tractor might cost? 3) Under "normal" farm use......how long should your new tractor tires last? 4) Was this tractor a "new" purchase by your family?......by your Grandfather perhaps? 5) Any idea what this tractor would have cost when it was "originally" new back in its day? Great video......keep up the "good"work. Rich from PA.

[@joetinaglia8036]

Hi Pete this is the first time I am commenting. I really love your channel. I always feel like I am in your garage or out in the field with you. It has a natural feel to the video. You are very good about explaining things to those of us who know little about your industry. I can give you nothing but compliments and encouragement to keep up the work. You belong on PBS with your own show! I have been running a gear manufacturing plant my whole life and I truly respect your attitude toward running your business debt free. You will always be a winner. Thanks for reading.

[@JustaFewAcresFarm]

Thanks Joe!

[@Rumblestrip]

Well... Thats a lovely $1200+ set of tires Pete. Mighty fine. Thanks for sharing. I do completely understand, i do my own gunsmithing...gets complicated. Not difficult, but takes time and patience.

[@ItsjustChris95]

You could take this tractor to the tractor shows you go to. It's absolutely Beautiful.

[@vivianzuniga8814]

Amazing, patient, diligent! Good job man!

[@Mtbambeno]

Coming along nicely! Will be a treat when it is finished!

[@waynemclachlan6480]

Nice job Pete, you and my ole man have a lot in common ... enjoy's farming and restoring old tractors 😊 ... he has an old red David Brown 30 , a white David Brown selectamatic 770 and an old orange Allis-Chalmers , real nice ole girls ...NSW AUSTRALIA

[@FarmallFanatic]

Can't wait to make an offer on it 🙌

[@fairytale_after_dark6696]

Well done, Pete👍‼️ She looks absolutely beautiful. Apart from the few minor bits of bodywork she's nearly done. Now here's to another 70 years of good reliable tractoring for your farm. Looking forward to seeing her in action again. Take care and all the best from the UK 🇬🇧 ❤

[@allanvaneste9106]

Certainly a lot of work but definitely worth it. She looks beautiful. The finished product will be stunning. Was nice to hear the birds chirping in the background. We are a long way from spring in my part of the world.

[@canvids1]

Just a awesome video along with all the work you have done on that old girl. When finished it will look like it just came from the factory.

[@horticultureandhomes]

Pete, you're in the home stretch now! Baby got a new pair of shoes. It must feel good to get this far before farm chores take over. My grandfather had a Farmall M and our favorite photo of him is on the tractor. Have you designed your farm market booth yet? Was wondering if you would take elements from the old barn or the farmhouse to make a unique booth that people would remember. Take some of your farm family history and put it on a banner to hang in the booth. That's part of what the customer is buying and you're a great storyteller! I'm surprised you don't make a few wood items to sell during the winter months when it isn't a tractor rebuild year.

[@alanviner3711]

what a wonderful piece of art that MD is and it is usable even better, used to think I needed a 4x4 tractor but watching you use the Farmalls in the snow and field I'm wondering if maybe I should try one they are so nice to look at and I really enjoy the esthetics of the older stuff

[@jamesbreault5762]

Good stuff Pete, love the fact that your fussy about the results.makes for a great restoration.

[@jeffreyharrington3982]

You have done a wonderful job overhauling,and restoring this tractor Pete!That old F-12 or whatever it is setting in the weeds would sure look great after you resurrected it,and restored it to it's former glory?!!!!!