MikesRJ 552 #1 Posted March 11, 2011 A decent day, I think! A few mis-matched rims and tires, a boogered-up RJ-58 (the best kind for me), a Suburban Plow (HD-42), and a newer Techy Engine. The RJ will go nicely with some of my shelved parts. It even has some original foot rests included. With a recent purchase both the RJ's will have foot rests.. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
wallfish 16,925 #2 Posted March 11, 2011 NICE The hood looks like it's in pretty good shape Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
TJ 172 #3 Posted March 11, 2011 The hood looks pretty solid. Nice find. :thumbs: Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
MikesRJ 552 #4 Posted March 11, 2011 The hood has a bunch of small (1/8" or less) drilled holes in it but they can be made to go away easily. A few dings here and there but a fender hammer and block will make those go away too. Otherwise it in really good shape. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Kelly 1,029 #5 Posted March 11, 2011 Looks like a nice haul, but RJ's never had foot rest, the ones on that tractor are 60 suburban. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
MikesRJ 552 #6 Posted March 12, 2011 ... but RJ's never had foot rests ... I like 'em. That's all that matters. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Kelly 1,029 #7 Posted March 12, 2011 I wasn't saying don't use them, just don't want ones that don't know, to think they are RJ foot rest, I agree they look good on there. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mavfreak 11 #8 Posted March 12, 2011 I like the big rear wheels! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
clintonnut 126 #9 Posted March 12, 2011 Nice find! Just to let you know that engine is for a sears snowblower. I just repaired one of those. I think those footrests were an option starting in 1959 and you could go and get them for any tractor. I have had several rjs that came with those. Charlie Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Gene_S 93 #10 Posted March 12, 2011 Nice find Mike... Makes me want to get my RJ58 transmission back together now... :thumbs: Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
DMK855 15 #12 Posted March 12, 2011 Nice find Mike!! And yes, the "shelved" parts will be right at home on that one!! :thumbs: Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
MikesRJ 552 #13 Posted March 12, 2011 I shoulda' kept that belt cover, but at least it went to a nice home. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
DMK855 15 #14 Posted March 12, 2011 I shoulda' kept that belt cover, but at least it went to a nice home. Funny, I was just down in the garage thinking the same thing!! While you are on your search though, I am in need of 2 more heat shields!!! :thumbs: Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
VinsRJ 721 #15 Posted March 12, 2011 Nice score Mike, one of your new Kohlers will look great on it. Better get "crack'a....lack'n" if she's going to be ready for the Big Show :thumbs: Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
whfan74 2,066 #16 Posted March 12, 2011 Looks great Mike! Glad you were able to bring another one home and waiting to see you do your magic on that one! :thumbs: Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
VinsRJ 721 #17 Posted March 12, 2011 I shoulda' kept that belt cover, but at least it went to a nice home. Funny, I was just down in the garage thinking the same thing!! While you are on your search though, I am in need of 2 more heat shields!!! Heat shields were an option for later RJ58s..... and not an option for early RJ58s Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
buckrancher 2,679 #18 Posted March 12, 2011 :thumbs: If we keep this up we'll have a dozen between us great haul Brian Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
tuscybuck 0 #19 Posted March 12, 2011 Nice straight looking machine :thumbs: Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
wallfish 16,925 #20 Posted March 12, 2011 Let the originality observations fly! What's up with that motor mount? Is it welded to the frame? What is the piece that spans across the frame above the steering shaft? Is it part of the dozer blade mount? I know the RJ mount for the blade is different from the suburban but mine didn't have that bracket/brace with it. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
MikesRJ 552 #21 Posted March 12, 2011 What's up with that motor mount? ... Is it welded to the frame? ... the piece that spans across the frame above the steering shaft? Is it part of the dozer blade mount? ... Whoever had this one before the previous owner did some welder repairs to it. The engine mount plate was a good example, it's welded on. I, nor the PO, have any idea what they were trying to do with the cross-span piece. Both will be removed and returned to original configuration. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites