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mwillt12 
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Posted: 17 Nov 2010 at 12:22pm |
Hi all! I'm hoping to get some advice on this tractor.
1934 WC with 1 piece crank and oval tank.
This was my Grandpa's tractor and used routinely on a small farm up until a couple of years ago. He has now passed and my Grandma needs to sell it. It hasn't been started in over 2 years and I couldn't guarantee that it would now. It has sat as you see in the photos in southeast Iowa during this time.
Can anyone offer advice on how best to market it or where? Any opinions on the value? Any information is appreciated. Thanks so much!
Tracy
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Gary in da UP
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Posted: 17 Nov 2010 at 12:28pm |
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If you have a local farm store ,post it there, ask around and see if there is a local antique tractor club, as for price $500 give or take $100. Good luck.
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Brian Jasper co. Ia
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Posted: 17 Nov 2010 at 12:29pm |
This is probably the best place to start. Post the serial number. It's on that flat area in the center of the rear axle right above that fill plug. If you have mechanical abilities, see if you can get it running. A running tractor always brings more $$ than one that doesn't. It's a plus even if you can't get it running to know if the engine is stuck or not. As it sets in the pics, I'd say $300-$500.
Looks like it has a plow lift. I'll also add that are you sure you want to sell it? Not everybody can say they have Grandpa's or Dad's tractor.
Edited by Brian Jasper co. Ia - 17 Nov 2010 at 12:33pm
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Posted: 17 Nov 2010 at 12:50pm |
Ebay, this forum, craig's list.
My same thought is Brian's, You can't easily buy Grandpa's tractor again. I don't know your situation, but something to consider.
Lastly, I hate the thought, but it may be worth more in parts. Looks like you have a hood correct for early WC's, the small gasoline starting tank, appears to be a good side exhaust manifold, power lift, etc.
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Posted: 17 Nov 2010 at 1:06pm |
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I have to agree with Brian. You might want to consider keeping it in the family.
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Posted: 17 Nov 2010 at 4:05pm |
You didn't expect so many sentimental folks here, did you? My vote would be for keeping it in the family if possible.
Those old WCs were tough. That one has paid for itself many times over.
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Posted: 17 Nov 2010 at 4:55pm |
I would say the 300-500 range, as im not sure if it is a 34. 34's didn't have Allis Chalmers embossed in the radiator, and they had a base mounted mag, so if it is a 34, the radiator is not true to its year  , but things may have been changed over the years which is understandable. We bought our '34 WC about 10 years ago in about the same shape as this one for $500, with a stuck engine. I will attach a picture of it after we restored it to give you an idea of the some of the differences of a '34 WC compared to most other unstyled WC's. I would also agree for you to keep it if it was your grandpas tractor, you will regret selling it in the future.
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Posted: 17 Nov 2010 at 4:58pm |
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I agree too. If it is not a absolute must sell situation, keep that old WC. You'd be surprised how easy it may be to get her back running. Some air in the tires, check fluids, clean the carb and gas tank, give her a spin. Might surprise you right out your boots. I am lucky to have gotten my grand dads WD45. Old iron is interesting and a blast to work on. People on this forum are awesome, you will not find the depth of AC knowledge anywhere else.
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Linn V
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Posted: 17 Nov 2010 at 5:10pm |
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What's it close to in SE Ia. I know some people that might be interested.
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Posted: 17 Nov 2010 at 5:11pm |
HagerAC
What is the serial # of your WC ?
Thanks Bill
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Posted: 17 Nov 2010 at 5:14pm |
Keep it. I love my 37 WC. Tough old tractor and not much can go wrong. Even better, if something does go wrong, with the exception or two, the parts are easy to find and cheaper than if you had a John Deere or Case IH.
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HagerAC
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Posted: 17 Nov 2010 at 5:30pm |
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Billoh, the serial # of my WC is 1184.
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Posted: 17 Nov 2010 at 7:36pm |
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Don't sell it. You have to keep it in the family.
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Posted: 17 Nov 2010 at 7:50pm |
I have to agree. Yes, to all the problems one can bring up about the project and the challenges. However, IT IS YOUR GRANDFATHER'S TRACTOR. Something that is worth keeping in the family as a reminder of your Grandfather. I try to obtain a tool from my relatives and very dear friends to remember them by. In fact, I would love to obtain the first flat top WC my father sold. It is that valuable to me.
Consider closely before you let it get away. Things that are my father are my prized posessions. Don't let this one get away.
Good Luck!
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Posted: 17 Nov 2010 at 8:14pm |
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Well, as others have remarked, you should try to keep it in the family. If you, yourself, are not interested, make sure you've informed everyone in the family, as well as any others that were close to your grandfather that it will be coming up for sale. Make sure everyone has a fair shot at it; You never know what distant cousin or neighbor farmer may have an interested in the tractor. I've seen family heirlooms disappear over the years, for one reason or another,I never heard they were for sale, if I did, I would have gladly paid my relatives what they wanted for them and then some.
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Posted: 18 Nov 2010 at 11:56am |
Thanks for all the responses. I definately didn't expect the sentimental ones. Unfortunately my Grandma's situation doesn't allow her to keep it. Being a single woman who lives in the city, it's not feasible for me to hang on to it either. Everyone in the family does know it's up for grabs but haven't shown any interest. I think my Grandpa would want someone to have it who enjoys the simple things to bring it back to life.
I appreciate all the information. I'm working on getting the serial number, as a couple of you have expressed some interest.
Linn V, It's in Batavia.
Edited by mwillt12 - 18 Nov 2010 at 11:59am
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