The Ford 8N is one of the most beloved tractors of all time, and many times the love affair starts early in life. Mike recalls fond childhood memories of a Ford 8N owned by his uncle. When he was about 6 years old, Mike was given the privilege of driving a Ford 8N down a dirt Michigan road while sitting in his father’s lap. It was love at first sight.
A change of lifestyle happened when Mike was 8 years old, and the family moved to Denver. The country life turned to city life, and there were no tractors anywhere to be found. That move didn’t end his love of tractors though. The passion for Ford 8N tractors was in his blood for good.
Many years later as an adult, Mike bid on and won a Ford 8N at an auction. That purchase revived his memories of that ride on a Ford 8N with his father many years earlier. The photo shows his tractor in the process of being cleaned up and painted. He says: “It’s not perfect, but she’s my mistress!” He has ordered many parts from Complete Tractor to finish the tractor. We’re pleased to help him restore a classic Ford 8N tractor.
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