"Unsplitting" the Tractor | Farmall 856 Restoration Episode 9

[@JustaFewAcresFarm]

Just a general update. Our farm life this winter is basically 3 tasks over and over: doing basic chores twice per day, bedding the cattle once a week or so, and cleaning the pig pens. I will have very little to cover regarding the pigs until probably May, when we know whether they are pregnant or not. Billy is going in with Brownie this week. We have seen nothing between Billy and Bossy in terms of breeding. Frankly, I am looking forward to saying goodbye to the pigs after this spring's litters (if there are any). They have been a frustrating headache over the past few years, and I would have parted with them last fall if not for viewers' wishes to keep them. From then on, we will be buying 4 feeder piglets every spring to raise outside, and converting the pig barn into a new brooder house for broiler chicks. So pig content on the channel will not end entirely. Finally, I have been racking my brain trying to come up with farm content, but there's just nothing going on right now aside from me making videos of those 3 things I listed, which was what the last 3 farm videos consisted of. I used to make topical winter videos about small farm life, but I have no ideas there, and I seem to get more and more pushback about expressing opinions and talking too much on camera. I guess that's a function of the state of things in general. Maybe I just need to recharge my batteries regarding animal content to come back strong with it in the spring. I look forward to manure spreading season in 6 weeks or so, bringing the cattle back out to pasture, and getting into fieldwork with the equipment. Videos with action going on are fun to make and more interesting to watch, at least in my opinion. If you have any interesting farm topics you would like me to cover, I would love to hear them!

[@RH-cv1rg]

While it is nice you consider viewers comments, you will never please the masses. Do what you want to do and the viewers will come along with you. The ones that disagree will move on to pester other content creators. Have a good day Pete and don't stress the youtube stuff.

[@jeffreyjohnson8212]

Thanks for the update! BTW, I’ve always enjoyed your topical videos, think-pieces, etc., etc….but, understand the “pushback.” Your channel will always be a “watch every episode” one for me, no matter what the content is! Thanks for taking the time to share your days, projects, & perspectives!

[@JustaFewAcresFarm]

@@RH-cv1rgThank you. That is the philosophy I have been following with this tractor series. I am enjoying it and it is easy to make videos about it.

[@Pigpen1202]

I agree and like watching what you post.

[@marknunya3035]

If I have said once oh well. You can please some of the people some of the time all some but rarely all all of the time so let your haters be your motivators and know that we enjoy you and your take on this experience. With that said thank you for being you and as always good luck and God bless..😊😊

[@LauraDittman]

Good morning, kudo's to those viewers who recognized the oil slinger, depth of the PTO. Awesome to see you "happy" getting those two halfs together. Can't wait to see you finish restoration on the 856. Have a great day everyone.

[@LauraDittman]

Good afternoon, Jeff and thank you for your response. I call it bonding experience that has resonated with large number of viewers ( American farmers etc. ) can involve themselfs in the process of restoring an old or antique tractor ( I call it history )@@Jeff-jg7jh

[@coracobb3917]

I like all your videos tractors, pigs, cows, chickens repeat. It’s nice listening as you explain how and why. Why I don’t know it’s just very interesting hearing and watching about a TA and tightening down bolts on or near the flywheel. I have a much better appreciation of what mechanics do after watching you work and seeing all the steps. It would be nice to see the animals even if briefly but it’s your call. Enjoy it all. One last thing… I enjoy your philosophical spots as well. They give me ideas to reflect on. I have never been even the slightest bit offended. Keep up the awesome job!

[@kevinschroeder3889]

Nothing better than waking up on a Sunday morning and find a new video from Pete. Needless to say it made my day. Thanks Pete.

[@KenC49]

Well i gotta tell you, this project sure is interesting to me Pete. Always interesting to see the inners taken out and put back in right. Really excited to see the final reveal. And to see the tractor out working again. Thank you Pete for sharing this project with all of us.

[@brentbosworth8845]

Yes, I love all your videos that you take the time to share with us.

[@maxinerose2096]

Pete, I’ve never took a tractor a part or wanted too. But watching you I’ve learn some stuff. 1. Know your limits. 2. Have patience. 3. Pay attention to the small details. And 4. Have a sense of humor. The plus in your video is your calm approach to the task. Thank you for the interesting content.

[@rickdommett]

I'm 77 now, never did anything like this, and actually clapped in my old age home, to see the joy on your face, and the accomplishment you have done so far. really enjoy your videos. I've been watching your channel since you moved there and limed the fields.

[@Jtwes]

I find it amazing how the rubber seals wear steel on the cranks. Talk about perseverance.

[@Dan-qy1rg]

Getting the alignment is important and doing the due diligence of what you did made it easier. Sometimes a guy just has to be patient, not always a strong suit of mine, but you sure have it! Good to see it coming together, that's neat to watch. Thanks Pete, have a nice day!

[@JustaFewAcresFarm]

Thanks Dan. I sure am glad I checked the fit of that pilot bearing. If not, it would have been a very bad day!

[@paulmanson253]

Never crossed my mind that would be a problem. You checking that out in advance,you really dodged a big one.​@@JustaFewAcresFarm

[@firemanj35]

I'm just sitting here enjoying my Sunday morning class with Pete. Listening, watching, and amazed at the patients and calmness of it all. I'm so hectic throughout my week it is a pleasure to take the time to slow down for a high-quality video and that voice. Thanks Pete you always help my piece of mind.

[@mariesheppard3750]

When the clip went flying I figured that s going to be a long day finding it, Nice job again Pete

[@CPthetooladdict]

Dang, that's some impressive attention to detail for the subscribers that caught that absolutely impressive great work to the person that caught that!!

[@TimothyBrown-eh9dh]

Would like to see more of how y’all accept new chicks and how y’all address issues that come with caring for and treating any problems that come up

[@stevedibiase728]

Looks like you have some Farmall repairmen who watch your videos Pete to catch your very very rare mistakes and correct you that's great unlike most us armchair mechanics and curiosity watchers. Great job most of us could not or should not do.

[@wgoconnor33]

Pete any video from you is always much appreciated, you a living a life that probably many of us just dreamed of , I for one will watch every video you choose to share with us , Take Care my Friend!

[@sandymaholik5506]

Over 7000 views in one hour. Makes for a great Sunday morning watch. Enjoy the day and looking forward to next Sunday video.

[@steverichardson2224]

Thank You Pete!!! What makes this series so enjoyable to me is, you seem to be enjoying making it as much as I enjoy watching it. Great content! Murfreesboro TN

[@JoeGraves24]

I’m absolutely loving this series. I’m a wrencher myself and even though I will most likely never work on an 856, it helps me hone my critical thinking skills. Thank you Pete!

[@frankcaruso1506]

Now I know how you can remember all those parts and where and how they go. It's a learned procedure! Me, I have spare parts from 50 years ago. See ya next week.

[@allenferry9632]

Those bolt on rolling adjustable jacks are a must have for splitting tractors. Beats the heck out of a floor jack that never seem to stay where you put them. Thanks for the videos.

[@tomscorner3656]

Thanks for taking me along for the ride.

[@montana4939]

We have followed you with a rebuilds of tractors and we are still amazed at your talent and explanation of working parts and your patients. Regarding the “ talking to much “ on your videos , well we love it and it’s new learning for us and you can never be to old to learn ! Thank you very much for taking the time .

[@reginaldwinsor2759]

My dad was a marine engineer & watching him work on an engine put me in mind of a surgeon. He always had his tools layed out just so & took his time. Your work reminds me of him. Thanks for sharing.

[@chadklingshirn1508]

Thank you, Pete. It's great just how you do it. This is your farm content. This is how real-life days on the farm are. No acting, no scripts, and no faking. This is the true and real content I live for every day.

[@Thomas-zu4ci]

I have always enjoyed your videos. Definitely calming and informative as well as feeling like your just hanging out with a friend down the road sharing some time of the day . As always thanks for sharing your videos. ❤

[@ssnoc]

Looking forward to watching all the episodes I’ve missed during the last year

[@matteolaborg]

This is not exactly ASMR but listening to Pete chat about installing tractor parts is just SO satisfying, soothing, and calming!

[@xoxo2008oxox]

Not only is he working on rebuliding the tractor, he's annotating the work to us, and he's on his back! You need a "That was kinda Easy" button!

[@ellisc.foleyjr9778]

Another great video Pete, every time I watch you in the shop working on projects like this I reminisce about similar tasks I did back in the day. This one brought back a memory of putting new clutch in a 1951 Pontiac a friend had we were on our backs under it in the middle of Dec of 1959. fingers numb, etc. so I always think ?wow" wouldn't it have been nice If I/we had a nice warm garage to work in back then. thanks for the memories Pete. love them. can't wait for more. Ok on the pigs I can relate to them also raised a few myself for myself and can relate to what goes on there. You do what you deem necessary for you and the farm. not the viewers. whims. altho we all know you take that seriously we do understand. thanks for sharing. God speed. ECF

[@07Giddyup]

I have a similar memory on my 51 Chev back in prob 64 or 65😊

[@davehalst]

I really enjoy the pace of your videos Pete. It’s very calming and therapeutic. 😃

[@dieseldoctor2221]

Good Sunday morning Pete and Hillary what a fine Sunday to spend the day watching episode#9 of the 856 restoration!!!!

[@l.thomas7792]

You’re the best Pete, What a great teacher. I appreciate you very much. You’re a big help to a lot of people. Thank you. Have a great day.

[@Joe6packAmerican]

Really enjoying this series Pete. All your content is A1 in my book. Keep being you, pay no mind to the peanut gallery.

[@RatdogDRB]

Always a pleasure, Pete. Your video is my "before getting ready for church" time.

[@ImpHalla66]

Akways a good time when I'm hanging out with Pete and one of his tractors.

[@jeffb2456]

I enjoy any video you and Hillary put out. For some reason the tractor rebuild ones are both relaxing and entertaining. When I was a kid my grandpa’s machine shed had a distinct grease smell from his Farmall tractors. That smell comes back to me sometimes when you’re doing tractor work. Thanks Pete.

[@thomasfrost6993]

You say you hope it's been interesting for me? You bet, this has been a great series of tractor rebuild so far!! Love your explanations of each part and or step. Thank you!!

[@jamescole1786]

2/26/24..FA 856 re-assembly of (new) clutch in TorqAmplifier & joining both halves of tractor. A+Pete, incredible attention to details, beautiful video/lighting & close up camera shots. Anxious to see completion, starting, shifting & driving around with shiney new Gloss Red paint 'blinding' all we viewers! Stay safe & carry on!⚙️🔩🔧💪😊🍺

[@cloquetcollision5751]

Thanks Pete! I love the tractor segments!

[@slick12284]

Perfect workman ship and so much patience, always amazed at how calm you stay, ON CAMERA 🤣🤣

[@minnickfamilyfarm]

Thanks Pete! Honestly this is one of those this that I may or may not in the future do if I hadn’t watched this series. That’s a big undertaking and intimidating when getting that far in the weeds with something so big and complicated. We appreciate you and thank you for the education.

[@lorenzolewis3651]

I tell you this guy is really awesome, I can watch him for hours. Thanks again Pete.

[@miketaylor5986]

Really enjoying this project. Takes my back to the 70s when I helped my uncle separate his 856 to replace the clutch and pressure plate assembly.

[@hyperdude54]

Best way to start a Sunday. I hope you're enjoying your project.

[@prescotthuidekoper658]

Along with Pete I enjoy Mustie1 on Sunday Mornings.

[@JohnWood-tk1ge]

Doctor Pete getting ready to close!

[@drglinski]

Thanks for taking us along the journey. I enjoy whatever you post. Keep being you. Continued luck on the 856 project.

[@davidbaillie2087]

i love your tractor rebuild series. The patience you show is a lesson in itself. Thank you for doing this and I hope to see many more in the future.

[@martianmuppet]

Always amazes me that they still make parts for these older tractors. Great to see. Thanks for the vid Pete.

[@gregorymackinnon7537]

Pete, awesome workmanship. I love your methodology for moving through the removals and rebuild stages. Keep up the great work.

[@nickwiseman7770]

It never ceases to amaze me what all you do in that little garage! I hope one day to have the same patience and wisdom as you Pete you make this tractor stuff look so easy.

[@FFDfirechef]

I'm still amazed at how simple you make it seem to get ALL THOSE DANG parts back together. This has been an amazing series and I look forward to watching more.

[@TheBockCast]

One of the best things about you Pete is, fessing up to your mistakes and thanking your viewers for the comments. I have no interest in rebuilding an old tractor or even owning one but I enjoy watching. There’s other content creators I’ve watched in the past that I’ve made comments about mistakes they made and they made it out as if they figured it out but they’re too dumb in the first place. I unliked and unsubscribed them. Thanks for being an honest good person

[@wwiles29]

Can't lie Pete, but you are a impressive Man. I would love to be able to break down a engine and put that sucker back together. One of the 1st channels I started following and and still like to this day.

[@ryanboldt7751]

It is a great contrast of metal and strength with then being delicate and fine. Hammering and torquing and then gently putting things together!

[@SuperMAZ007]

That was one interesting way to install the clutch assembly. I had no idea you could do that. Once the 856 is finished she should be as good as new. Looking forward to the part of the MCV assembly and front bolster repair.

[@ronvanmeeteren8740]

A great start of a Sunday. First church then one of your videos. Thanks for letting me watch.

[@bobmoroney3643]

Slick. Went together just beautifully.

[@peterford436]

Really nice to follow...Somehow the pace and using hand tools creates a soothing effect...ZZZ...

[@DarrylSparlin]

I love watching you work on your tractors as well as everything else you do on the farm.Thanks for sharing.

[@matthewnasci2646]

It's very calming to watch a patient mechanic. Now that you're onto the fun part of the restoration it must be hard to contain excitement. We will all feel your sense of pride once we see you operating the tractor in its new condition.

[@kylecorrow702]

Pete I sure do love these restoration videos. Your a awesome teacher 🎉 👏

[@georgecunningham4080]

Really enjoying this series on the 856. Very interesting

[@brentbosworth8845]

Pete, I had an Uncle in Maine that ran a dairy farm with an average of 100 head. So I know dairy farming fairly well and I miss working on it with him. You bring back some of those memories for me. Thank you sir. I do enjoy all that you have shared with us, especially the rebuilding of tractors. I believe you did say that you were planning on building a new shed? If so, that is one topic I would also enjoy watching. Also, I like your ideas with cooking on the grill. the LONG slow cooking of the brisket where you did a circle of charcoals and hickory wood... I never thought of doing that. Thanks again. I had to bust out laughing when that snap ring popped off into neverland... because it happens to all mechanics at least once. Thanks for the laugh.

[@Marionpm1]

All I can say is.... Amazing Pete!!

[@fexdammit]

the wee noise at 9:00 just made my day, thanks Pete another fantastic episode!

[@skipstein744]

Instruction manuals are useful, but you're practices and all the 'tricks' make all the difference. Thanks. Onward1

[@muletownman6900]

Pete, we love what you do , people who criticize you and your videos just have big mouths who should go somewhere else and comment. We love to see you and your family and farm life. I understand your decision about the pigs, but I think Billy is a cute guy with his wiry hair and his “ ripple’s “ in his ears! Keep up the good work and I love your tractor videos! God bless.

[@reggierico]

Thanks, Pete, great post! I appreciate your detailed explanations while you are putting components back together. Its also really nice that you have other viewer experts who notice things and give you advice on better ways to do this very involved rebuild. Well done, guys!

[@stevehaken]

Really enjoyed the video. Very satisfying. Can't wait for paint!

[@brianmartinez3138]

Your content is great but I appreciate your perspective more.

[@ryanboldt7751]

You do everything to near perfection and that is what is awesome!

[@paulwarrilow3427]

I love watching you do these restorations even though it is something I will never do. I love the methodical work it takes to do this right. I am sure I learn something from each video that may come in handy one day. As somebody else has already said "it is farmwork" fixing things that go wrong is a part of farming, a restoration is just a lot of fixing things all done at once!! Keep up the great work/content.

[@kellywilson9842]

Pete Because of your Show I have a new hobby. Collecting die cast Farmall Tractors. I'm addicted lol.

[@davidkraft3690]

Yes , Pete, by far your most complex and tegious tractor work yet. this tractor is geting into the high tech area that requires so much more care with fetail and a good deal chance for error { the shaft oil slinger for instance ) . You are doing a fine job as usual and we appreciate the trip.

[@douglasgatian1401]

Gotta love the Red Tractor fans to keep you honest on your rebuild.

[@TomSmith-me7ph]

Thanks for sharing Pete. I’m just amazed at what you know and can do. Have a great day!

[@LeslieOtwell]

Nothing better on a Sunday than cup of coffee and watching Pete on his far. No matter what he is doing. I have used the teflon seal many times on different engines they hold up the best.

[@AnthonySmith-hr2kp]

Evening all. Thanks for the video Pete. Check of a thing you remember how the transmission goes back together. Great attention to detail.

[@danielashford2430]

All the videos are TOPS in my book,peace brother…

[@SteveMorgan-n4o]

Thanks Pete , always enjoy no matter the content you choose. A big hello from Missouri.

[@audreyshelton9301]

Thoroughly enjoy these video moments. Almost feels like I'm there and things I use to love doing . Thanks .

[@B4UClose]

I don't spend much time reading other people's comments. I'm not really here for them. I'm here to see what you have to say and see what you're doing. Make the videos YOU want to make. Lots of people will watch, a few will skip away, and few will unsubscribe. Let em go. You've had 34,000 people views of this video in the six hours it's been up. That's about 34 times the number of people in my home town. I find that alone kind of amazing. Just keep being Pete & Hillary.

[@autoharp2005]

Hi Pete- I’m loving this video series! I’m going to be restoring my grandpa’s 1066 at some point in the not-so-distant future, and this 856 is similar enough that I have a much better understanding of what I’m faced with. After working on my H, the 1066 has seemed very daunting. Everything makes so much more sense now! The way you explain things is just excellent. Great work!

[@MichaelAllanTorrey]

❤Doubtful the kind of mechanical work could be performed by local businesses. The care and gentle persuasion you use would be hard to find at for profit hourly rates shops. Thanks Pete. Great Sunday morning video.

[@MaynardFamilyHomestead]

Thanks for bringing us along!

[@nathanalmond8280]

Thanks for sharing the video Pete. I enjoy watching them. You are doing some awesome work on the 856. It's going to be nice and it will last you for a long time. They are good tractors. Can't wait to see it finished.

[@davidshengulette9522]

Hi Pete and Hilarie great to see you two together in this video...always a pleasure watching what you do best ,doing what you love!! Amazing channel!! God Bless you

[@dlzastera]

Never any complaints here. Good job putting the tractor together.

[@khriskennedy3199]

You are doing a great job on the videos Pete, keep it up! I really enjoy the tractor restoration.

[@7DTD_Zombie_Hunter]

Hello Pete, Love the Farmall 856 Restoration....

[@b1bmer]

I’ve watched this video twice. Good info Pete. Thank you.😊

[@bobbailey4954]

I find the rebuild to be very interesting and look forward to the next phase. I think it’s very cool that some of the viewers are watching close enough to help with a positive rebuild by noting the small details that can have big implications to the end game.

[@harlonlantz4094]

Pete, I am learning so much from your videos,thank you Sir!🚜👍👏😊

[@RoadRunnergarage8570]

Great progress on the restoration!! Your knowledge is quite impressive!!

[@phantomishere]

For those who complain about the "talking" videos, they can gladly go watch something else. There's plenty of faux homestead channels featuring rich people cosplaying as farmers. For me personally, I came across your channel, looking for advice about the reality of financing a homestead. Pete had a couple of videos where he went over the stark reality of what it takes to keep a farm going. Those first couple of videos suckered me in, as I was very impressed with how he crunched the numbers. From there, I got really interested in his cattle videos, and now, I'm subscribed and enjoy all his content. Pete is honest, straight to the point, and very enjoyable to listen to. I might go as far as to say, the "Bob Ross" of hobby farming.

[@darrellquertermous519]

This is super watching you ho thru this tractor. I think this change up adds a great deal to your channel. Cant wait to see and hear the finished product.

[@wileycoyotesr8623]

The project is interesting. I like that you are willing to ask questions to those with experience. 👍👍👍

[@wjgoh653]

Uncle pete and coffee on a blustery Sunday morning. With no football the hilight of our Sunday's (mine anyway during the mechanical build) always starts with a nice 20 minute- 40 minute sit down with the Larsen Family Farm Vlog. Thanks for being just like the weekly phone call with a relative, your consistency is what reinforces ALL the content, even the mundane and redundant.

[@nickrandol9133]

I’m liking the FarmAll red flannel.

[@jedgeled759]

Pete,,,You are livin my dream !!!