Books

Book, Gas & Oil Engines History

The title really says it all! If you want to know some history and background information on these oil engines that we all love then this is the book for you! This book has lots of engine history as well as a lot of nice pictures of some large engines...

Book, Gas Engines on the Farm

Cornell University published this is 1926. Now reprinted with lots of info, "5.5 x 8.5." 48 pages.

Book, Hercules Engine Manual

Manual for the Hercules engine. "5 x 7" 64 pages.

Book, Hercules Instruction

This book tells you how to set up the engine, as well as breaks down the parts. Nice clear pictures. Grab one while you can before we run out! It measures 7" x 5" and is 60 pages.

Book, Hercules XK XI

This book and manual for the Hercules Models XI and XK instructs you on how to start your engine. Also gives you a repair list for the Hercules Model X Drag Saw. Well put together and covers a lot of material. A good sized book it measures 5" x 7.5" and...

Book, Hints on Lining Babbit Bearings

Nice little booklet about babbitt bearings and how to repair or make babbitt bearings. This little booklet gives you a simple approach to making a babbitt bearing for a main bearing or a rod. Make new bearings for your antique gas engine or tractor. Will...

Book, How to Run the Corliss Engine

The Gas Engine on The Farm, III, Running Troubles and their Remedy. This book covers the Corliss steam engine and such topics as Starting, Lubrication, Bearings, Knocking and many more. A great read and a neat piece!! It measures 5.25" x 7.5" and 33...

Book, How to Run the Gas Engine Simple

Gas Engine Simplified. A reprint from engineers & engines. Neat book, 5.5" x 8.5" 64 pages.

Book, Ideal Power Lawn Mower #24

Manual & parts list for the Ideal Lawn mower. Really neat. "5.5 x 8.5" 20 pages.

Book, IH Engine Operator's Guide

Very nice book for helping the operater understand the engine. Also helps anyone with troubleshooting and gives very simple remedies to fix the engine.  Well put together and covers a lot of material. It measures 4.5" x 6.5" and is 53 pages.

Book, IHC 2 1/2 hp Hopper Cooled

Very Nice little booklet covering 2 1/2 H.P Hopper-Cooled engine. This book tells directions for setting up and operating the 2 1/2 Hopper-Cooled engine. Well put together and covers a lot of material. It measures 6" x 9" and is 11 pages.

Book, IHC Advertising

20 page book describing ICH engines.