John Deere Model “E” Spreader
The material in this article comes as part of an old advertising brochure. Though there is ample hyberbole working to sell you this particular, fine, implement, I am struck by what a remarkable job is done providing information of genuine help to farmers making critical decisions. LRM
IT ENSURES EASIER LOADING
Mounting the main beater on the axle permits building the John Deere Spreader with a box that’s uniformly low from front to rear. This easy loading feature does away with high pitching – the hard part of loading. You can load and spread more loads in a day with less effort. And you don’t have to pitch over the drive wheels in loading the rear of the spreader.
In giving you this easy loading advantage, it has not been necessary to reduce the height of the drive wheels or decrease the depth of the box.
The box, itself, is 21 inches deep. More of the load is carried below the top of the box … it stays on better … less care is required in loading.
IT ENSURES EASIER PULLING
Mounting the beater on the axle permits building the John Deere Spreader with high, wide-tired drive wheels that are 4 to 8 inches higher than those on any other spreader, giving the same light-draft advantage that a high-sheeled wagon has over a low-wheeled truck. It locates the main beater so it works with the load rather than against it. It eliminates one beater shaft and drive chain, thus reducing the number of friction-making parts.
Other light-draft features include the large four-bar upper beater and balanced spiral beater that greatly reduce wrapping … roller bearings at both ends of all three beaters … and tapered box, wider at rear so there’s no friction between box sides and manure.
IT ENSURES BETTER WORK
Because the beater is on the axle, close to the ground, and the spiral beater is on the same level, the manure is thrown backward, not high in the air – winds do not cause objectionable drifting.
The spiral arrangement of the beater teeth gives a shearing cut the entire width of the box – the manure is thoroughly shredded before it gets to the new-type spiral beater which deposits it evenly in a wide, uniform spread beyond the drive wheels.
Both upper and lower beaters are large in diameter – wrapping in strawy manure is reduced to the very minimum. Guards at both ends of upper and lower beaters prevent wrapping at bearings.
IT ENSURES LONGER LIFE
Mounting the beater on the axle puts the heavy unloading strain directly on the strongest part of the spreader, and permits simpler construction – fewer parts to wear and replace.
The frame is unusually strong because of trussing of angle irons at rear end of the spreader body. The frame sills, beater shafts and axles are made of tough, high-carbon steel. The beater shafts are heavy and strong. Front and rear axles are the largest and heaviest used on any spreader. The deep box forms a truss with the frame, resulting in great strength and rigidity. Materials and workmanship are of the very best, and surplus strength has been supplied where needed. Sides are strengthened by four steel braces. They hold the sides rigidly in position, and make a load-carrying member whcih will not bow under the heaviest load. The John Deere Model “E” will stand up under the most severe strains.
THE JOHN DEERE TURNS SHORT
It’s Easy to Get Around in Sheds and Feed Lots
The auto-steer front wheel construction of the John Deere Model “E” Spreader gives it a turning radius of only eighteen feet, two inches. This unusually short turning makes the John Deere a mighty handy spreader to maneuver in sheds or cramped feed lots, in turning in drive-ways at ends of the field.
The widespread beater does not extend beyond the rear wheels of the spreader, so it is protected from damage when making short turns near buildings or fences. These features are quickly appreciated by every farmer who has used other makes of spreaders.
The sand collar and steering arm are welded onto the heavy steel axle ensuring ample strength for these important parts.
IMPROVED FRONT END CONSTRUCTION
Knee-Action Springs Absorb Field and Road Shocks
The improved front bolster construction ensures easier turning, easier riding, greater flexibility, and less wear and tear on the spreader body.
The front end of the spreader rides on heavy “knee-action” cushion springs. These heavy springs absorb the constant field and road shocks – add greatly to the comfort of the driver and to the durability of the spreader.
STRONG, DURABLE BEATERS RUN ON ROLLER BEARINGS
Beater Teeth Thoroughly Shred and Pulverize the Manure
Roller bearings at both ends of all three beaters make them unusually light-running – helps save the horses.
The two shredding beaters are extra strong and sturdy. The steel teeth are firmly riveted into the U-shaped steel bars. Teeth are so arranged that they do a better job of shredding and pulverizing the manure. The teeth have blunt ends which give a tearing action rather than a cutting action. This design not only ensures better work, but it reduces draft as well.
RENEWABLE AXLE SLEEVES
The front axles on the John Deere Model “E” Spreader have sleeves for taking the wear from the axles. These sleeves, after they become worn, can be easily replaced without special tools at little cost.
NEW-TYPE SPIRAL BEATER
Straw Can’t Wrap Around Bearings of Widespread
The new-type widespread beater distributes the manure in a wide, even blanket – the width of two corn rows. This beater is balanced for smooth, easy running.
The blades are mounted on a 5 1/2 inch steel drum. This drum prevents wrapping of straw and twine around the widespread bearings – an important light-draft feature. The end blades of spiral are so designed that they keep manure from building up on the box sides to cause binding and heavy draft. It’s a feature every owner likes.
1 – WIDESPREAD BEATER: Reduces wrapping, runs easier and smoother, and gives a wider and more even spread. Box scraper keep sides clean.
2 – BEATER ON THE AXLE: Permits higher drive wheels for easier pulling – a lower box for easier loading – makes possible fewer moving parts and sturdier construction. Beaters are close to the ground – wind has less chance to drift manure.
3 – LARGE, FOUR-BAR UPPER BEATER: Reduces wrapping, lightens draft and does a better job of shredding manure.
4 – HARDENED STEEL ROLLER CHAIN DRIVE: More than twice as strong as ordinary drive chain – does not wear out sprockets, lasts longer and runs easier.
5 – HIGH, WIDE-TIRED REAR WHEELS: Give same light-draft advantage that a high-wheeled wagon has over a low-wheeled truck.
6 – STRONGER, BETTER BOX: Finest-quality wood, creosoted and painted to resist manure acids and the weather – well braced to stand up under years of heavy service. Stands heavy twisting strains without bending out of shape.
7 – FRONT END RIDES ON CUSHION SPRINGS: Springs absorb field and road shocks – add to the comfort of the driver, and the life of the spreader.
8 – NEW, EASY, SHORT TURN: Easy to handle in sheds and feed lots.
9 – STEEL POLE AND EVENERS: Will not break – eliminate costly replacements.
