I finally managed my first toy show attendance for 2026."Digger Dave Kemp and I didn't get to travel to ST. Louis, earlier this month. Life got in the way and spoiled that plan. Dave was behind on his work schedule and was desperate enough to enlist my help. St' Louis is a great and all, … Continue reading Replacing younger Memories, Mark Twain Show 2026
Never make home repairs on a Sunday In over 60 trips around the sun I've learned wisdom. Unfortunately, what I learn, the brain memory didn't always take. Most followers of this blog know I'm not the most mechanically apt. I'm not ashamed to admit that. A good part of my restoration is hired. I refer … Continue reading Adventures under the sea…nk
My fravorite aspect of the tractor phenomenon is the social human interest. The antique machinery is wonderful to view, and the sight and sound, of antique farming. is a joy to witness. When its all said and done, whats truly important is the fellowship and commonality. The season for tractors may be in a lull … Continue reading Breaking Bread
Henry Fords Model Ts became more to America than just the first affordable cars. In the late twenties many companies built kits to convert them into tractors. Thrifty Farmer and Utility were just a couple of the kits that were created The conversion kits were availble for sale through catalog purchase. Ford Model T (left) … Continue reading Creativity of Conversions
First off, I'm going to be honest about this tractor. I added it to my collection with the possibilty to sell. In fact, I wasn't looking for an addition. I'm like every other collector, though. It's hard to pass up a deal. I also firmly beleive we all get caught in the "chase" My friend … Continue reading Shaw Du-all R6+
I heard about the plan Keith Ladage and Mark Dozier had schemed several months prior to the Half Century of Progress show. Keith had planned on making two trips, back and forth accross the state, hauling his two Model As, a Model T, and golfcart. Originally, Cindy Ladage had been recruiting me to help out … Continue reading A Networking Tale
My collection is an investment. With that being said, I don't purchase tractors only to resell for a profit. Happily, that does happen, or at least I get a return on my investment. I have sold at a loss, but I chalk that as a lesson learned. All in all, I'm a collector more than … Continue reading The H is a True Artifact Now
The Monticello Railroad Museum held their inaugural tractor show on Saturday, August 9, 2025. I attended with a group of friends, Marvin Stinebaker, Carl Davis, "train fanatic extraordinaire," Keith Ladage, and friend, fellow journalist & author Cindy Ladage The five of us met for breakfast and formed a convoy, making the travel as enjoyable as … Continue reading All Aboard! Now Leaving on Track 1
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