7dad34 41 #1 Posted September 1, 2019 I just got an RJ 58, not in terrible shape and I want to restore it. Where can I find information on what I need ? Correct motor is the big one right now. Pictures would be helpful. I looked on Tractordata but there's not much information. Thanks in advance 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
7dad34 41 #2 Posted September 1, 2019 I see I need a 4 hp Kohler. Not sure what's on it right now. I'm going to dig into it this afternoon Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
870express 116 #3 Posted September 1, 2019 (edited) Or maybe a 3.6 hp Clinton . . . . ? This same RJ-58 originally had the 4 hp Kohler on it - below. Edited September 1, 2019 by 870express Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
870express 116 #4 Posted September 1, 2019 We need to see photos of your tractor to see what shape it is in, so we can advise you what it needs. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
oliver2-44 8,836 #5 Posted September 1, 2019 1st off, 2nd You've come to the right place for lots of friendly help! The Kohler 4HP K90 or K91, or the 1290 Clinton would be the correct motor. The Clintons are much harder to find. Check out some of our vendors in the Vendor section. For Transmission bearings and seals: https://www.wheelhorseforum.com/forum/141-wheelhorse-parts-and-more/ For Excellent Decals: https://www.wheelhorseforum.com/forum/50-vinylguy/ For rubber hand grips etc: https://www.wheelhorseforum.com/forum/54-glen-pettit-restoration-parts/ 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
7dad34 41 #7 Posted September 1, 2019 Thanks for your replies ! I will get a picture to put on here. I don't have fenders. Are those on every model ? All of a sudden my wife thinks it's her tractor.... 1 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
953 nut 51,536 #8 Posted September 1, 2019 59 minutes ago, 7dad34 said: I don't have fenders. Are those on every model ? Fenders were an option for the RJ 1 hour ago, 7dad34 said: All of a sudden my wife thinks it's her tractor.. The family that tractors together stays together! Looks like you need to buy another one so YOU can have one too. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
7dad34 41 #11 Posted September 1, 2019 Looks like the hood got chopped off, how long is it normally ? 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
7dad34 41 #12 Posted September 1, 2019 My wife can drive any tractor I have, she just keeps claiming the cool ones ! 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
870express 116 #13 Posted September 1, 2019 (edited) 22 minutes ago, 7dad34 said: Looks like the hood got chopped off, how long is it normally ? The hood normally covers about 3/4 of the engine head. Edited September 1, 2019 by 870express 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
870express 116 #14 Posted September 1, 2019 (edited) There should be a cable that attaches to the "lift" arm and to the lift handle. Edited September 1, 2019 by 870express 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
870express 116 #15 Posted September 1, 2019 (edited) Your tractor also needs a belt guard and exhaust shield. The throttle cable and kill switch go on the back end of the hood. These photos are from another post in the classified ads section - Edited September 1, 2019 by 870express 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
305 379 #16 Posted September 1, 2019 4 hours ago, 7dad34 said: I see I need a 4 hp Kohler. Not sure what's on it right now. I'm going to dig into it this afternoon i believe that is a Tecumseh engine Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
AMC RULES 36,941 #17 Posted September 1, 2019 Definitely going to be a labor of love with that one. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
7dad34 41 #18 Posted September 1, 2019 Looks like I need to find me a RJ junkyard ! 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
870express 116 #19 Posted September 1, 2019 (edited) It needs a new shift handle boot to keep water out of the transmission. I got one at this place - https://wheelhorsepartsandmore.com/transmissions.html#!/Wheel-horse-3577-shifter-boot/p/84932555/category=23548039 . Also need to look for new rear axle seals. It looks like the previous owner had it set up just for plowing (snow) with that front blade, and wasn't concerned about keeping it original. He probably replaced the original engine with one that was easier to get parts for. You can find Kohler and Clinton engines on the web, but that also means searching for parts which can sometimes be a bit frustrating. Does the current Tecumseh engine run? Edited September 1, 2019 by 870express Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
953 nut 51,536 #20 Posted September 1, 2019 36 minutes ago, 7dad34 said: Looks like I need to find me a RJ junkyard ! Posting a "Wanted Ad" in our classified section is free and you may be able to find everything you need. https://www.wheelhorseforum.com/classifieds/wanted/?do=form&d=2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
WHNJ701 4,164 #21 Posted September 1, 2019 your going to have some $$ into this one, hopefully you got it cheap. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Pullstart 59,563 #22 Posted September 1, 2019 to ! Like Richard said, the family the tractors together.... has more tractors! Good luck with your RJ, it looks like it’s going to need it! 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
7dad34 41 #23 Posted September 1, 2019 Yes, the engine runs. I know a sheet metal wizard and have already contacted him about the rear of the hood. I like a challenge and it seems I have found one. I might have paid more than some of you would have but these don't pop up for sale all that often so I grabbed it. It's not something that I will be working hard and fast on, just a cool little tractor that I have always liked and now I have one 5 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
