rj question

[Don_WH 25]

What years did the rj 's have the small cast steering wheel ?

[buckrancher 2,675]

1955 and at least half of 1956

Brian

[Don_WH 25]

I think I found a 56, but not sure. Is there any other differences between the 55 and the early 56 ?

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[Jake Kuhn 1,547]

[wallfish 15,918]

I think I found a 56, but not sure. Is there any other differences between the 55 and the early 56 ?

Best to post some pics of your machine to get accurate information about that particular tractor.

[Don_WH 25]

I don't have any picture of the tractor yet. I just located it yesterday and was trying to identify what model it might be

[Racinbob 10,276]

Don, if the deal is right I'd suggest just buying it. RJ's are getting hard to find and if it's got a cast steering wheel it's likely a goodie. Deal with the details when it's yours. 

By the way......

[AMC RULES 36,945]

Don't dawdle...
haul cash!  

[whtractors24 2,898]

lets get some pictures !

[953 nut 51,626]

Don, If you haven't done so, be sure to educate yourself prior to buying it so you don't get fooled. I have seen lots of Suburbans and others passed off as RJs on C's list and Flebay. Take a look at lots of RJ-35 postings on here so you know what to look for.

[Racinbob 10,276]

Now that's some good advice Richard. I certainly didn't think about that. As always.....some pictures would do wonders. There's probably a couple guys here that could help identify it. 

[Don_WH 25]

Well I finally got the RJ home. Here are some pictures.

[953 nut 51,626]

                                                                                                                                                                                           

You do have a lot of cleaning to do, but it is a rather complete '56 or '55 RJ 35, it even has the optional brakes and recoil starter. If you have not read up on the use of an"E Tank" it would be a good idea to do so, you are going to need one.

PS NAPA has the gallon size PB Blaster on sale for  $23.99 Edited August 31, 2015 by 953 nut

[Brian01 481]

Just shine the wheels, clean gas tank and carb and start her up!  

[AMC RULES 36,945]

Don't know why, but I'm guessing here...
they keep their Horse in a chicken coop?    

  Edited August 31, 2015 by AMC RULES

[Don_WH 25]

It was being used a s a mailbox holder when I found it. They had the mailbox mount on top of the hood.

[953 nut 51,626]

Must have had it under a tree full of pigeons!

[Racinbob 10,276]

It's gonna be fun to follow this one. I'm thinking starting with a pressure washer first. That's a great find.

[DennisThornton 4,769]

Dido what Racinbob said!  
Underneath that protective coating is a real neat WH!

[Brian01 481]

Yeah, I'd just use my RJ for a mailbox pole...
Lmao

4x4 works just as good!!

[AMC RULES 36,945]

Or...              
any brand new ford for that matter. 

[DennisThornton 4,769]

Yeah, I'd just use my RJ for a mailbox pole...
Lmao

4x4 works just as good!!

Won't collect nearly as much protective coating!

[Jake Kuhn 1,547]

Wow that is a cool one. Also look forward to seeing how it cleans up. I would consider this one a mid to late 56 rj35 due to the new style hitch and additional support bracket on the veri drive bracket. 

[DennisThornton 4,769]

This would make the most incredible ever BEFORE and AFTER picture series if it were gloriously restored!  Seriously!  This has what it takes!  I doubt that we will ever see such a desecrated Wheel Horse legend!  And what a glorious resurrection this could be! 

Take a TON of pictures now!  In good lighting!  First light before sunrise, just after sunset or overcast but still bright days are best.  Shadows are no good!  Then follow through with every step of the restoration!  Some may think that your bird crapped on WH is funny but trust me, you have a jewel!  Document this thoroughly!  Don't wash it before you take pictures!