c-series don 9,478 #1 Posted October 18, 2020 Just before heading out this morning I decided to check the Red Square classifieds. I then see a RJ-58 for sale about 40 minutes from me. Well next thing I know I have a change of plans for the day, and I’m on my way to get an RJ ! This tractor will receive a full blown restoration over the winter. 6 15 3 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
AMC RULES 37,153 #2 Posted October 18, 2020 Good thing you saw that before I did! 2 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
rmaynard 15,951 #3 Posted October 18, 2020 Great find Don. Good luck with the restoration. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ebinmaine 71,042 #4 Posted October 18, 2020 I was wonderin' who was gonna snag that! Nice Don! Already after it with the kroil.... 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
WHNJ701 4,165 #5 Posted October 18, 2020 That guy gave that away. I would keep it all patina Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Shynon 7,475 #6 Posted October 18, 2020 Nice tractor, bet it would look nice wet sanded and a little oil. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
c-series don 9,478 #7 Posted October 18, 2020 It’s actually more rusty than it looks in the pictures. My wife actually said “if you buy it you’re going to have to restore it back to shiny red!” I couldn’t believe those words came out of her mouth! 3 3 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
WHX?? 50,869 #8 Posted October 18, 2020 Sorry Don I gotta side with Jabelman and Tom. I couldn't bring myself to take those decals off. Nice score 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Shynon 7,475 #9 Posted October 18, 2020 2 minutes ago, c-series don said: It’s actually more rusty than it looks in the pictures. My wife actually said “if you buy it you’re going to have to restore it back to shiny red!” I couldn’t believe those words came out of her mouth! you might be suprised if you do a little wet sanding and remove some of the rust there probably is some red under there. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
c-series don 9,478 #10 Posted October 18, 2020 I have a hood that is dent and rust free that I can use, first I have to get it 100% mechanically fixed. I will go over the engine and make it purr again. It also needs transmission gaskets and axle seals. Hubs and axles are tight. Honestly I need another project like I need a hole in the head, but I’ve wanted a nice RJ for a long time so....... 3 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
WHNJ701 4,165 #11 Posted October 18, 2020 Only original once, glad you got it! I would have went for it. I built up a collection of odd and rare garden tractors still can't find an original rj oh well someday! 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
oliver2-44 10,422 #12 Posted October 18, 2020 I saw that and wondered who would be fighting over it. i hope you have vinyguy recreate that dealer decal. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
AMC RULES 37,153 #13 Posted October 18, 2020 What's up Don, does it have the rare factory twin fuel tank option I'm seeing there? 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
echris 1,425 #14 Posted October 18, 2020 27 minutes ago, c-series don said: My wife actually said “if you buy it you’re going to have to restore it back to shiny red!” I couldn’t believe those words came out of her mouth! So, no longer just @c-series don, this begs the question. Does she have any sisters? Seriously though, I can taste the clouds of rust flakes flying off the wire wheel on the first pass. More pics when you can. 1 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
WheelhorseBob 1,550 #15 Posted October 18, 2020 I love that, can’t wait to see the restoration pics! 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
SylvanLakeWH 27,712 #16 Posted October 18, 2020 Nice!!! 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JERSEYHAWG / Glenn 4,498 #17 Posted October 18, 2020 Very nice addition. Best of luck. Glenn 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
rjg854 11,937 #18 Posted October 18, 2020 Good luck with what ever you decide to do with it. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
prondzy 3,884 #19 Posted October 18, 2020 14 hours ago, WHX24 said: Sorry Don I gotta side with Jabelman and Tom. I couldn't bring myself to take those decals off. Nice score Jim you turnin into a softie for patina??? 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
WHX?? 50,869 #20 Posted October 19, 2020 23 hours ago, prondzy said: Jim you turnin into a softie for patina??? Well sort of... and remembering what a project to resto! Now if I could learn to paint with something other than a rattle can and I ain't even any good with one of those! 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
