1930's CO-OP Tractors

myoldputtputt · Jul 29, 2014

Is there a way to tell the difference in the 30's CO-OP tractors as to what manufacturer they came from? Duplex, Farmers Union, Arthurdale, National Farm Machinery, etc. Where would you find a serial number?

bob3417 · Jul 31, 2014

Add a picture and we can help. All were different and distinct. Most though had the serial number stamped in the frame on the right side. The serial numbers usually helped indicate the model also. Then you can figure out manufacturer.

myoldputtputt · Aug 1, 2014

Thanks for the info. I'm trying to buy this tractor from an 84 year old gentleman. He is representing the tractor to me as a Farmers Union CO-OP model 2. Pictures are tough to get as it is stuffed in a barn very deep. However, I managed to find what I think is a serial # on the left-front side(when sitting on the tractor). It reads 2*1350. The tractor is rusty, but says "CO-OP" on the cast grille shell. It is a narrow front tractor. It has a Chrysler Flat Head motor. Any additional help as to what variation of tractor this is, and what would be a fair price is appreciated.

bob3417 · Aug 1, 2014

It sounds like it would be a farmers union co-op #2. They were made out west I believe in Minnesota. I think there are operators manuals available for those. Possibly on eBay. There some parts around but can be hard to find. Keep us posted. Send a pic if you get it.

myoldputtputt · Aug 3, 2014

Went to look at the tractor again. This time, I found a casting date on the transmission. It reads 3-28-37. Further inspection reveals that the cast grill has a few cracks and breaks that would have to be welded up. The rear tires have leaked chloride to the point where I think the rims are shot. The motor is loose, and has a cracked manifold. I feel the owner is a bit high on his price of $4000. What do you think?

bob3417 · Aug 3, 2014

I agree that is way to high. They can found in pretty decent shape for around that or a little less. Sounds to me around 1000 would be better. Maybe even less. These types of tractors are not easy to find parts for. Not impossible but not easy like John deeres.

greygoat · Aug 4, 2014

CO-OP"s were an "Assembled" tractor, made from
various commercially available parts. I was at
a tractor show on Saturday, and saw 6 of them.
That is surely a Dodge truck engine, and an old
mechanic said that the sourced a Dodge truck
rear end also.

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