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Re: Rice Special, Rice Tires, Rice Whatevers ???
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Posted by rice expert on March 25, 2004 at 11:33:50 from (199.157.9.22):
In Reply to: Rice Special, Rice Tires, Rice Whatevers ??? posted by RZ(Wa) on March 25, 2004 at 08:52:03:
Rice special tractors were built with subtle differences from the regular standard, or wheatland models, so that farmers could work in the standing water and mud required to grow rice. Most recognizable are the large drive tires, usually wide R-2's. The single rib front tires are used to ease steering through the mud as they shed mud and water rather than collecting it between the ribs and becoming slick. Some models might have wider fenders to protect the operator on the platform from slinging mud . Most will have some sort of guards to protect the brakes and axle bearings from the mud and water as well. Rice tractors are always a good idea for the collector looking for good investments because fewer were made and they stand out at tractor shows from ordinary standard tread tractors. The problem with them is, due to the nature of the conditions they worked in, most are badly deteriorated due to rust and hard use. I have a Case LA Rice Special that I am restoring with single-rib fronts and 23.1-26 R-2 rears.
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