Rolag MN show

[Davy Crockett]

I have watched quite a few videos from Rolag MN steam thrashing show and finally made it there this year with all the grandkids. Young and old alike, we all had fun and learned a lot. I've been around old tractors and antiques all my life and thought I was acquainted with most this lifestyle but I realized I wasn't even close. Well worth the drive and a part of history that kids should see.

 

[luvcatchingbass]

I was wondering how "Horse" Power would be for a feature year and seemed to be a good turnout from what I could tell. I'm down working the tractor pull area Saturday and Sunday so from Friday afternoon till Monday morning I don't get around much sometimes.
Next year the Feature Tractor is Steiger Tractors and I will be interested to see what shows up. Pretty cool history that started in a farmers shop.

 

[Davy Crockett]

We didn't make it to the horses since we were only there on Monday and the day went fast but what a well run event. I was surprised how intrigued the grand kids were, I was afraid they would get bored but not even close. Next year stump lake threshing show but we will back to Rolag in 27 for sure . Has anyone else been there ?

 

[fj40]

numerous times.

 

[NDSportsman]

We didn't make it to the horses since we were only there on Monday and the day went fast but what a well run event. I was surprised how intrigued the grand kids were, I was afraid they would get bored but not even close. Next year stump lake threshing show but we will back to Rolag in 27 for sure . Has anyone else been there ?

Used to go every year now about every 7-10. Know a couple of the members down there that work it and a few neighbors who have donated stuff for it. Fun show, my favorite is watching the big Case steam tractor pull the sled with ease.

 

[Wall-eyes]

It is a great show to see in person for sure.

 

[bucksnbears]

Wait...,WHAT..

You fellas are coming into Mn for fun?

Blasphemy!

 

[1lessdog]

Wait...,WHAT..

You fellas are coming into Mn for fun?

Blasphemy!

And the same people will be bitching about nonresidents shooting there duck and screwing there wife's.

 

[Fester]

I know this is for Horse power per say..but has anyone heard about the big bud tractor being developed again? That was one large machine back in the day. Made in Havre MT.

 

[johnr]

Wait...,WHAT..

You fellas are coming into Mn for fun?

Blasphemy!

Wondering if the Vikings cheer fellas were there to groove for them

 

[bucksnbears]

Never been to that event John but know many that have.

Doubt he'd find anyone there was of his " ilk"

 

[Davy Crockett]

I know this is for Horse power per say..but has anyone heard about the big bud tractor being developed again? That was one large machine back in the day. Made in Havre MT.

I don't know who all is involved but there is a youtuber who totally stripped one down to the nuts and rebuilt it , he runs a bunch of them. If I remember I'll post

 

[Davy Crockett]

These guys restore them . Kinda long winded and hard to watch but I FF to the good stuff. They know what they are doing and not afraid to share knowledge , I like the old timer.

 

[johnr]

Was there as a young lad, when I wore a Fargo hat.

When leaving with Grandpa the old couple talking with the cop trying to find their car was a memory I cannot forget.

"Ethel", says the old man, "we drove a green Buick here", Ethel says "we sold that car years ago, we are in a white cutlas. Old man says "we are absolutely in a green Buick." Cop says, "guys I don't know that I can help you, might have to wait for the crowds to start leaving so we can find your car."

To this day I wonder what car they actually had, and how long they waited to find it.

 

[Davy Crockett]

I was wondering how "Horse" Power would be for a feature year and seemed to be a good turnout from what I could tell. I'm down working the tractor pull area Saturday and Sunday so from Friday afternoon till Monday morning I don't get around much sometimes.
Next year the Feature Tractor is Steiger Tractors and I will be interested to see what shows up. Pretty cool history that started in a farmers shop.

I didn't see any 5020 JD's do you remember them having a JD year ? There are a ton of videos online but you cant beat live and up close.

 

[Fester]

These guys restore them . Kinda long winded and hard to watch but I FF to the good stuff. They know what they are doing and not afraid to share knowledge , I like the old timer.

Omg..thats one hell of a project!

 

[luvcatchingbass]

I didn't see any 5020 JD's do you remember them having a JD year ? There are a ton of videos online but you cant beat live and up close.

Pretty sure last year was a JD year and there were a few 5020's, I got dad's still and some day it will get all fixed up probably.

 

[Davy Crockett]

Yep, I found it after I asked but didn't find any 5020s pulling. I bet they would be good pullers. The hardest thing on equipment is not using it, I have a 5010 and a 5020, Both locked up from sitting.

 

[NDSportsman]

These guys restore them . Kinda long winded and hard to watch but I FF to the good stuff. They know what they are doing and not afraid to share knowledge , I like the old timer.

I'm a subscriber to Welkers channel. They built a monster Big Bud this last winter it's fricking epic!

 

[Fester]

I'm a subscriber to Welkers channel. They built a monster Big Bud this last winter it's fricking epic!

I think i seen pictures of that one. Didnt they use a bunch of off the shelf parts for thr re-build?