Combines value of gleaner F

2 problems here. 1st, the F had a 292 gas in it, the smaller K used a 250. 2nd, the F was last produced in 1976. If it really is a 1979, it's an F2 long-walker. Now, if it is indeed low-hours, and shed kept, and you've determined it to be an F2, it is worth what he wants for it. Even a well-kept F gas could be worth that much. A combine that is cheap at purchase because it is beat-out will not save you anything in the long run. Some people will argue that just because it's an old machine, it isn't worth more than scrap. But if it's a good runner and a good looker, I'd certainly consider it at that price, just to avoid the aggravation of rebuilding something someone else has worn out. (Been there, done that!)

Say that it would turn out to be a shed kept F that has the 292 gas and is 1976 or earlier with low hours and is in very good shape with just the corn head. What would it be worthIJ I have not yet gone to look at it but it is less then 250 miles from my farm which would be less trucking charges. Thanks for your reply to my earlier posting Your help is appreciated.

IT's worth as much as you are willing to pay. These guys are right, first off, it would be a 292 GM motor (probably orange in color) which is a great motor (if properly maintained) and the last F was built in 1976. One easy way to tell is the glass in the cab is straight in the front of the machine and on the F2's and above are curved at the bottom part. I would check it over first and look at everything to make sure it is not wore, I also had the reckoning of replacing about every part on these machines before and although not the hardest of jobs, it's by far not the easiest, fun, or cost efficient anymore! look to see if it has a gear shift and if there are two levers in the cab to engage the seperator and header. There are some high wear items I can mention if you would like. CHeck it out and respond back to us for more input. The machine would easily fit your needs and do a wonderful job. Good luck!

I would like to know some of those high wear items that would be found on the F. Also what size grain head would be best for this machineIJ And if I end up buying it I'd like to hear from somebody that may have one or know of a grain head for sale. Thanks for all your help not many farms or farmers left around me to get this kind of information from.

I just got an e-mail from the guy with the F for sale. He states it has a gear shift with variable speed, it comes with a 4 row narrow corn head not the 3 row as I said in my earlier posting. The picture shows it in the shed and it does appear to be in very good condition(from a looks point of view). The glass on the front of the cab slopes in from top to bottom, it is not straight down. Does that mean it is the F2IJ

If your interested I have a 1969 G for sale, 350 chevy, AC, 15' series two grain head, 630 corn head, excellent condition, south central Illinois, asking $3000. (618)-783-3366

If you have a picture that shows the rear from the side the F's had a round tail from the top to the back of the seperator, the F2's had a square shape with tail lights at the top of the tail. The 1977 F2 had a short but square tail. The 1978 and newer F2 had 18" longer tail and walkers. I have never seen a 1978 or newer F2 with a gas motor most all had the diesel. Get the serial number and I'll get you the year made. If it is a F with a black 4-30 head the head will be worth more than the combine. I would hate to put more then $2,000 in a good F because of it's age. The F series would handle a 15' series 2 head.

I should restate the window thing. All the windows will slant from front to back on a angle, but the F2 and newer machines will have a rounded portion at the bottom (about 1 foot up) that is convex instead of a flat piece of glass. It's probably an F from the sounds of it. A 4 row corn head is the best set up, you just have to raise the ladder unless you make sections in the field. I have had several of these machines. I would not shy away from the gas motors and the gear shifts (they last a long time and have more direct power). There are many mods you can do depending on how much you want to do with it. It will work fine the way it is set up. Find out if it is a corn_soy special or bean special (usually had bucket elevators),and a 13-15ft head (usually go with a hart carter) and 4 row corn head is normal for this machine. Check the radiator and air cleaner (See how the maintenance was) and also check the sprockets and chains, clutches, wear on the wooden blocks of the walkers, bearings, belts, pulleys, shieves, augers, raddle chain, etc. let me know if you have any specific questions. The F is a good machine because I think it was Gleaner's bread and butter machine for a long time therefore easy to get parts for. That's important! Good luck.

Any piece of machinery is worth more if it is well maintained no matter the age.The F and the F2s are a great machine.