Red Headed Horse 38 #1 Posted October 11, 2020 Evening, I am collecting this old girl shortly and I am just wondering what model it is. Is it a Suburban? Thanks Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ebinmaine 71,083 #2 Posted October 11, 2020 I'm no expert on the early years but I'm gonna vote: Conglomeration 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
WHNJ701 4,165 #3 Posted October 11, 2020 Sure does 61 I am guessing, hopefully those 6-12s are still good, they got some nice tread on them 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
evanloock 226 #4 Posted October 11, 2020 Based on the square hole at the rear of the hood, it’s either a Suburban 400 or 550. 3 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
953 nut 58,328 #5 Posted October 11, 2020 It is a Suburban, probably a '60 model 400. The fenders seem to have some custom work done on them. 3 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Red Headed Horse 38 #6 Posted October 12, 2020 Thanks for the replies. Yes the fenders have been modified in the past. I will get more photos on collection. Sadly there is no engine with it. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
AMC RULES 37,153 #7 Posted October 12, 2020 A labor of W-H love right there. 3 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Pullstart 64,903 #8 Posted October 12, 2020 Cool find! Please keep us updated on your progress! 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Red Headed Horse 38 #9 Posted October 18, 2020 (edited) Well I collected the WH yesterday morning and got it back home. It was all in bits when I collected it from the seller whose father started dismantling the tractor some time ago. The obvious bits that are missing are the engine and fuel tank and no doubt a few other parts. I also picked up an original WH single furrow Plough and a WH cultivator too with it too. I pressured washed the chassis, wheels and the Plough and cultivator. 3 of the 5 grease nipples that I have seen so far have had grease pumped in it and I have freed up the seized steering column. I also removed the additional tinware to the fenders but I have kept it as I am sure part of it may contain the original belt guard? The front wheels are very rusty as the original tyres have water in them to aid traction. The plough scrubbed up well with some of the yellow paint coming off revealing the original red paint below and all the moving bits been liberally lubricated. For those who know me i me I have a collection of Bolens tractors but I always had a hankering for a round top WH such as the Suburban or a RJ. I was struck by the simplicity of the WH whilst I was going through it yesterday and even with my simple mechanical knowledge and limited skills I can see how the old girl is put together. Photos to follow in due course. Any helpful tips on how to go about restoring this example will be appreciated. Cheers Edited October 18, 2020 by Red Headed Horse 1 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Red Headed Horse 38 #11 Posted October 18, 2020 (edited) The plough have cleaned up well removing a lot of the flaky yellow paint to reveal the original colour. Edited October 18, 2020 by Red Headed Horse 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Red Headed Horse 38 #12 Posted October 18, 2020 The fenders looks a lot better now that the additional tinware been removed. 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Red Headed Horse 38 #13 Posted October 18, 2020 Rigged up to the rear hitch.... 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
gwest_ca-(File Mod) 11,281 #14 Posted October 18, 2020 Good luck with the project. Click on the pictures 8" plow? Garry 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Red Headed Horse 38 #15 Posted October 18, 2020 Garry, great information! Cheers Andrew 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ebinmaine 71,083 #16 Posted October 18, 2020 4 hours ago, Red Headed Horse said: helpful tips Lots of pictures is a great idea and you've got a great start. Patience is key. Others should be along to help with this model. Great to see it's at it's new home! 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Red Headed Horse 38 #17 Posted October 31, 2020 Bump for Wallfish's attention. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
