TALES FROM THE BACK 40 - When radio was in its infancy, David Sarnoff saw the potential that the new medium offered, especially for farmers and others in rural areas. It was a major source of news and information beginning in the late 1920s and continues that function today.
Read MoreTHE NEWBIE - How to Winterize Your Antique Tractor The slogan for Antique Power magazine is “Keeping History Alive.” Because we love antique tractors, we want to see them last as long as possible. For that reason, this post offers some specific tips on keeping your piece of history alive, by properly preparing it for winter. I asked Washington collector and restorer Matt Montague for some advice. Here’s what you need to know about putting your tractor to bed for the winter: Fuel…
Read MoreTHE NEWBIE - When I began writing for Antique Power magazine, I discovered within the antique tractor hobby the wide world of tractor clubs, something for everyone and every interest. Through them, I’ve met so many wonderful people and learned of amazing collections.
Read MoreTALES FROM THE BACK 40 - What’s that noise? What’s that smell? As anyone associated with farming knows, while it takes all five senses to run a farm most efficiently, some senses are used more than others. It sometimes takes an unusual sound or smell to make a farmer aware of potential problems.
Read MoreTALES FROM THE BACK 40 - Boys and their toys. Is there anyone who grew up on a farm who didn’t have at least a few farm-related toys? Whether they were genuine replicas of real equipment, plastic knock-offs, or even homemade facsimiles, they sparked hours of imaginative play for the child who played with them. Unfortunately, those hours of play—often spent outdoors and in the sandbox or dirt—took their toll, rendering highly collectible the few toys that survived in good condition.
Read MoreTHE NEWBIE - As readers of Antique Power magazine know, one of the most interesting things about antique tractors is the fascinating timeline of tractor technology. A critical part of the tractor, however, seems to get the least mention, and that is the seat. Looking at the big picture of the evolution of tractor seats, from the mid 19th century to today, you might describe it as a journey “from pain to pampering.”
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