This is an original used Ford 550, 555 Backhoe Service Manual, Volume 1 covering Engine, Electrical and Transmission. The manual is not a reprint, reproduction or duplication. Printing date is June 1982. This manual has illustrations covering in-depth service, repair, testing with specification information for those Ford backhoes. The condition of the cover is very good with no tears on edges other than minor wear and tear from use. Cover has some minor notes, smudges and scrapes from use and storage. Interior pages have some minor smudges, but are free of stains, dog ears and notes. The binding is tight and intact with minor separation. This manual contains three major chapters. Manual is in good to very good overall condition.