[Farmall] Tractor engine power units

[Karl Olmstead]

Sounds like you've come upon a treasure trove, Bear!  But before you go 
crazy, you should keep in mind that these units generally sell for little 
more than the price of scrap.  In the case of H and M power units, they are 
big, heavy, and not good for a lot.  A few of the antique engine enthusiasts 
collect them and set up interesting exhibits.  But most fellows prefer 
smaller hit 'n miss engines in the 5 hp or less range.  In order to take 
advantage of a power unit the size of an M engine, you need one heck of a 
load.

You may find subtle differences between tractor and power unit engines.  For 
instance, the C113 power unit probably has a hole for the starter right 
about where one of the bell housing/torque tube bolts would be on a Farmall 
C tractor engine.

Around here (southern CA), Case equipment sells very cheaply.  Not a lot of 
demand, compared to Farmall.  And do you have sufficient storage for your 
new 'bargain'?  Two barnloads is a lot of old iron...

-Karl

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> Today I looked at 2 barns full of power units.  These were used in the 
> oilfield and have been stored inside.  I know I will buy all of the 
> Farmall as there are several M and H size units.  There is also a C113 
> unit.  Not all sheetmetal is there or good if present but all ran when 
> "parked".  One is a 6 cyl power unit with International on the cowling.
>
> The $64000 question is about the Case units.  There are about 6-8 (the 
> barn had no lights and was stacked to the rafters) Case from small to LA 
> size blocks.  I will have to get in with a forklift and sort them.  I have 
> a couple of Case tractors, but have no idea the value on these.  i can get 
> a bargin if I just buy them all.  There are also Walkawshaw (sp) units in 
> the mix. Most of t;he cases have cast iron radiators With Case cast in the 
> tops.
>
> All of these units have clutches and some have flat pullys and some 
> multiple v belt pullys
>
> I will have to clean out some barn/shed space if I purchase all of 
> them--about 15-20.
> Bear