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Hi, Welcome to the M-M community! There are a variety of M-M related websites out there, but the most comprehensive one (in my opinion) is Tony Turner's www.minneapolis-moline.com. As has already been mentioned, it has links to other sites that are M-M related (including my own), parts sources contact info, serial number lists, etc. As for national shows like the JD people, M-M offers several. There are two main M-M collector magazines--the MM Collectors and the Prairie Gold Rush--and both groups usually host at least one summer and one winter show each. They move the show locations around the country each year, which is somewhat differen than the way the JD folks typically do it (I'm pretty big into the JD side of things, too, identifying in that regard most closely with The National JD Two-Cylinder Tractor Expo in Fairview, OK). Also, my book--_Illustrated Buyer's Guide: Minneapolis-Moline Tractors__--has lots of information that helps introduce new M-M enthusiasts to the basics of the hobby and the brand. It also lists MM websites, parts sources, and has a detailed serial number list. Other things that are unique to M-M (such as its seemingly strange serial numbering system, which makes a LOT of sense once you figure it out) are explained in the book, and nearly every model of tractor that M-M made is covered, too. If you have any further specific questions, please feel free to ask. Take care, and have a good one! Respectfully, Brian Rukes
The M-M Registry
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