eibbed 63 #1 Posted August 13, 2008 Hi guys, I purchased what I believe to be a mid engine wheelhorse today. It has what looks like the original 6HP Tecumseh SR # 3192R H60 75335J. It has a round nose, no lights, and the ignition key is on top of the hood. From the little information that I have given you, do you know what it is? Dave Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
TT-(Moderator) 1,129 #2 Posted August 13, 2008 Did you look in the photo gallery to try and match it up with something there? Look at the 1960 550 or the 1961 551 models. The original engines for both of those tractors were 5.5hp Lausons, so the H-60 Tecumseh is a newer replacement. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
eibbed 63 #3 Posted August 13, 2008 Thanks TT, I think it is a 1961 551. It's still on the trailer. I'll take a closer look at her tomorrow. Is a 551 a suburban or a round nose or is it simply a 551? Dave Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
TT-(Moderator) 1,129 #4 Posted August 13, 2008 They are technically a 551 Suburban. Most people refer to these models as "nut-roasters" or "ball-burners", but I prefer to call them mid-engined Wheel Horses. The name Ride-away Junior, or RJ was used until 1959. In 1960, the suburban homeowner was targeted more diligently by Wheel Horse. The 1960 400/550, and the 1961 401/551/701 tractors are all technically Suburbans. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
linen beige 14 #5 Posted August 13, 2008 The 1960 400/550, and the 1961 401/551/701 tractors are all technically Suburbans. Wheel Horse also advertised the '62 models as Suburban tractors. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
eibbed 63 #6 Posted August 13, 2008 Thanks! Your knowledge is very helpful, informative, interesting, and very much appreciated. Dave Share this post Link to post Share on other sites