Internal Combustion Engines and Tractors, Their Development, Design, Construction, Function and Maintenance (Classic Reprint) - Hardcover

Oliver Brunner Zimmerman

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 0331742020 ISBN 13: 9780331742022

Publisher: Forgotten Books, 2018

Synopsis

Master cold-weather care for tractors and keep engines reliable year-round.

This practical guide distills essential maintenance and operating wisdom from a detailed tractor manual. It covers cooling, lubrication, fuel, ignition, and common repairs, helping you prevent breakdowns and extend the life of your equipment.

The book explains simple, proven steps you can take before and during winter to protect your tractor. From draining cooling water to patching cracked water jackets and checking every fastener, it provides clear instructions you can follow without specialized tools. It also explains how to choose fuels and manage lubrication to minimize wear in cold weather.

• How to drain the cooling system and why it matters in freezing conditions
• Two patching methods for cracked water jackets and when to use them
• Best practices for lubrication and starting in cold weather
• Tips for selecting fuels and optimizing ignition for easier starts

Ideal for readers who operate or repair older tractors and want practical, no-nonsense guidance for keeping engines operating in winter.

Edition details

• Publisher: Forgotten Books
• Publication date: 2018
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0331742020
• ISBN 13: 9780331742022
• Binding: Hardcover
• Number of pages: 166