• Which one is having the most fun?
• Which one is trying hardest?
• Which smile looks better under a straw hat?
• Which one looks more determined?
• Which is still moving and which is stopped?
• Could these two be brothers?
• Which is cutting a hole in his lower lip?

• Art Driedger, Jr., a retired history teacher, explains the steam powered
  Hoisting Engine to a curious young man and other visitors
• Some visitors enter the building by the operating Corliss 18"x48" steam engine
• We will have a small photo feature of this Hulshizer & Larzelere
  Hoisting Engine in the near future, but for now take note of its condition after
  clearing a great deal of rotted building and brush from its surroundings
• Here are the two cable drums arriving at R&T on August 6th.
• The hoisting engine was reassembled by the start of the Reunion.
  Note there are two engines and two drums that could be operated separately (though not simultaneously).
• By Friday,Bill Hazzard and his group had the engine operating,
  with steam provided by R&T's stationary steam museum.

• The larger gas engines are great fun to watch run because they have so many
  cams, rocker arms and swinging weights controlling the timing of the valves and ignition.
• So many moving parts and beautiful polished brass components.
• Here's a group of engines displayed by the Long Island Antique Power Association
• Two members of the LIAPA start one of the engines
• The Large Gas Engine Building houses many stationary gas engines
  representing a wide variety of technology used over the years
• The 1913 485 hp Cooper Gas Engine assembly process continues.
  We have a special photo essay following along with the disassembly of this
  engine at its original location and reassembly at R&T, Click here.
• This is the "dogbone" that is heated before insertion and then pulls
  the two halves of the Cooper's flywheel together as it cools
• A still photo does not do justice to all that is going on with this engine
• Starting one of these engines is no easy task
• Many of the engines in the stationary gas engine building once worked
  in oil fields. All of the engines receive lots of TLC.
• The Lillibridge Building houses a growing array of fascinating gas engines.
• A large two-cylinder stationary gas engine
• There are always some experts around to explain the operation of these engines
• Some of the smaller engines are even more fascinating
• The Willock Engine Building has several rare and fascinating
  forms of internal combustion engines
• The Willock Engine Building also includes examples of very early lighting technology
• Mike Underwood exhibited (running) this 1951 Witte Diesel Electric
  Model BD 8hp-5kw generator which was originally installed on a ranch in
  South Dakota and was removed from service in November, 2005.

• I'm guessing the owner of these tractors would have gladly
  let you take one home with you, for a price
• Here's an assortment of roto-tillers and two wheel garden tractors
  with a variety of attachments
• Some exhibitors bring their collections, in this case small gas
  engine devices, on a vintage truck
• This family brought their colorful collection of engines from
  the very small up to good size farm tractors
• A nice exhibit of International Cub Cadets
• A nice operating collection of Witte, John Deere, Myers and other engines and devices
• A fascinating engine and two cylinder pump/compressor assembly powered by propane
• An unusual Aircaps "Sit'nCut" riding lawn mower
• This exhibitor specializes in Reo lawn mowers
• Charlie Zook had his usual high quality, well documented exhibit
  of roto-tillers, including this cut-away engine
• Two gas powered generators pump out electricity to light up
  this display and meter their performance
• A first timer at R&T, this fascinating powered scale model 18 wheeler
  with a load of scale model tractors was a big hit
• A nicely made 1/2 scale (?) John Deere Model D sits by another
  powered model truck with model Oliver on board
• A beautifully restored John Bean Orchard Sprayer restored by Paul and Chris Camplone
• The orchard sprayer is pumped by this small hit-and-miss engine and pump assembly
• Here's an interesting Red Tip riding mower, with the 3.5 hp lawn mower engine
  powering the sulky through a belt drive
• A model narrow front Farmall 806 model based on a garden tractor
  with hay wagon in tow
• Dan Kehr's very nicely done 1/2 scale 1963 Minneapolis Moline LP Jet Star 3
  Orchard tractor pulls his full scale '20 or '30s Hardie Orchard Sprayer

• A must-see at Rough and Tumble is the Model Building
• A fascinating array of model engines is on display, many "operating" from compressed air
• Many modelers are on hand throughout the Reunion and explain their craft
• Model Witte and Domestic engines beside a miniature vintage electric fan
• The detail on these models is incredible
• Model stationary steam engines are also on display, powered by a centralized boiler
• Many modelers set up their exhibits around the grounds. Here we have a
  beautifully detailed steam traction engine pulling its own tanker wagon
• Many antique tractor magazines have a column for modelers,
  and this display is typical of the variety of models purchased and home made.
  Note the pedal tractor based machines in the background
• Here are more of the larger scale (think pedal tractor) machines in this exhibit
• Bob Zimmerman crafted running models of Olds engines,
  this one powering a grinder
• Bob's red model Olds engine with bras flywheels is fun to watch
• This 1/3 scale operating 65 hp Case steam traction engine
  is one of the largest operating models
• A 1/4 scale Case steam traction engine operates a
  scale model baler making real straw bales
• A model of a Minneapolis Moline baler was seen in the featured tractor exhibit area

• This sign offers a glimpse of the variety of things to see at our Reunion in a single photo
• (L-R) R&T President Warren Wolf, Past President Louie Frantz and
  Reunion Show Chairperson Joy Frantz have a rare light moment in the shade.
  Joy has a walkie-talkie with her at all times and is often seen scooting around
  to deal with a problem during the reunion
• Music, always in the shade, is key to the enjoyment of many visitors
  to the reunion. A variety of performers is featured and enjoyed by all.
• If you own a steam traction engine, these are some of the things you
  work with. (Actually, these wrenches look a little small for
  working on a steam traction engine.)
• By 2/30 Wednesday afternoon, Maynard Shirk's son Nolan is
  already bushed and asleep on Maynard's Peerless engine.
• The steam traction group is one of the largest and most social of the exhibitors at R&T. Here some relax in the shade late Wednesday afternoon.
• Since he needs a fan for fresh air, I doubt that Butch Biesecker is taking
  a nap in his Keck Gonnerman. More than likely he is flaring some flu tubes.
• The blacksmith shop is another fascinating place to park and enjoy demonstrations
  of a craft that can create beautiful iron objects of art.
• The demonstrator explains the equipment as well as the techniques used
  to create complex shapes out of simple shafts of iron.
• Most of the methods involve cycles of heating on the forge and forming on the anvil.
• The Auto Haus is a hidden jewel at R&T. Look for it about 50 yards east of the Gift Shop.
• The Auto Haus exhibits beautifully restored and rare automobiles and trucks
• The shingle mill is a popular exhibit. Here a stationary steam engine
  is moved into position to power the mill
• By Friday, the operating shingle mill has already created a
  big pile of sawdust and cedar shavings
• The mechanism that feeds the wood into the blade automatically
  provides the correct taper to the finished shingle
• Bob Donley takes his youngsters for a ride on his Buffalo Springfield roller
• This gentleman has a flexible hit-and-miss powered transportation
  system that allows him to sit or stand in comfort
• I had to look twice the first time I saw this gentleman on his wagon.
  He did not have enough force to start up aimed up hill,
  but once he got going, he could pretty much go anywhere
• Ben Goss heads back to the IH exhibit area on a
  single front wheel Farmall pulling some sort of thresher(?)
• John McCarter explains his home-made "Deere John" run-about to visitors
• If you are interested in wrenches and other hand tools for
  old farm equipment, this is the exhibit to see
• Along with the tools, there was a colorful collection of tractor seats
• The Lapp family (who also provided the Belgian horses for the
  threshing demonstrations) also set up an ice-cream stand where they were kept very busy.
  (I recommend the milkshakes!)
• Unfortunately, on Friday a very narrow "twister" passed directly over their tent, and in a matter of seconds they were out of business, at least temporarily
• Another look at the pedal tractor scale farm equipment.
  My grandson wants one of each.
• Phil and Sue Hutchinson exhibited this 1/2 scale 3 bottom John Deere plow
• Visitors look over Ted Maurer's 1935 Toro Master Tractor
  Model "B", with a Ford "B" engine
• Owning and maintaining a full size steam traction engine is expensive
  and time consuming. A functional scale model engine is a lot more affordable,
  but still gives you a chance to get dirty and have some fun
• The contests gather for the garden tractor pull on Friday afternoon
• The flea market is a big attraction for men and women of all ages.
  It seems to have something for everyone.
• Irvin Martin, who does a great deal of John Deere restoration work,
  offers new parts in his flea market "booth"
• Irvin also has a supply of used parts, such as these pistons out of
  one of the larger two cylinder Deeres
• Several makes of full size tractors are the biggest prizes
  you might find at the flea market
• Need a manifold or carburetor? Stop by.
• If your taste runs to shiny brass, how about an oiler from an old engine?
• Have an Allis Chalmers? This vendor may have what you need.
• Hats and toys, as far as the eye can see.
• How about a whistle, pressure gauge or sight glass?
• For some color, here is a set of oil dispensers. One of these with the
  original spout and cap can be quite pricey.
• Sewing machine to Tractor conversions seem to be a popular item this year
• Home made pastry as well as fruit and other produce are always to be found
• Some of the vendors offer a wide variety of home decorations and furnishings
• Rough and Tumble members would be happy to see these youngsters
  put down their electronic games for an hour or so and take
  a look around the exhibits some time
• Late Wednesday evening, there are still some Amish horses
  and buggies waiting for the ride home
• 9/00 PM on Friday night, and there are still some exhibitors hanging around
• Even later on Wednesday night, some children of exhibitors are still having fun
• Last but not least, here are the 2006 officers and directors of Rough and Tumble

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