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Denny_D
08-21-2008, 10:14 AM
I'm wondering if anyone can help me identify the make of the steam tractor in the picture at the following url on my pBase photo gallery:

http://www.pbase.com/denny_d/image/98241137

I took this pic in August 1987 in Middlefield, Ohio, which is in Geauga County and the north eastern part of Ohio.

I scanned the original color print and converted it to black/white for a photo contest. I can post the original color version to my pBase photo gallery if that would help.

Thanks much for your time.

Cheers,

Denny_D
Arizona
Case Kid
08-21-2008, 11:13 AM
It's a Minneapolis traction engine. My guess would put it in the 24-28 HP range, but I'm certainly no expert. Perhaps one of the hardcore Minneapolis guys will be able to shed some more light as to the details.
M Kerkvliet
08-21-2008, 09:36 PM
Welcome to the WMSTR Forum Denny!

Nice shot of the mystery engine. We have at least 3 hard core Minneapolis guys here, and when they see your post, I am sure you will have an answer.



http://www.pbase.com/denny_d/image/98241137
M Kerkvliet
08-21-2008, 09:39 PM
Welcome to the WMSTR Forum Denny!

Nice shot of the mystery engine. We have at least 3 hard core Minneapolis guys here, and when they see your post, I am sure you will have an answer.

BTW... If you would like to have your picture included right in your post, I can explain to you how to do that. Just send me a PM and I'll explain it to you.
Denny_D
08-22-2008, 10:44 AM
I'd like to thank everyone for helping to identify the "mystery tractor."

Since color combos can help identification, I've uploaded to my photo gallery a color pic of the tractor here:
http://www.pbase.com/denny_d/image/102023541

I've also uploaded a 100% crop (enlargement) of the manufacturer's name plate on the front of the boiler. Maybe that will help. Do I see the word "Minneapolis" in there? Case Kid may have nailed it.
http://www.pbase.com/denny_d/image/102023536

Since I'm a mechanically oriented car, motorcycle and airplane guy, playing with these vintage tractors can be dangerous. I might end up becoming a steam tractor guy, too.

Anyway, thanks for all the help.

Denny_D
Arizona