chris11 184 #1 Posted February 14, 2010 What engine came on it? did it have a kohler? also did all of them have fenders? One more thing is there away to find the ID number? there is no sticker on the hood. B) Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
sorekiwi 761 #2 Posted February 14, 2010 4hp Kohlers, either a K90 or K91 were the common engine. Some had a Clinton I believe. Fenders and toolbox were an option. The fenders were smooth (no ribs in them), different than what was used on most of the early 60's tractors. The serial tag was a stcker on the left front of the frame: A lot of them have lost it by now Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
chris11 184 #3 Posted February 14, 2010 Thank you for your help. How about the seat did it have holes in them? Im trying to help out my uncle he ie restoring what he was told is a rj 58. B) Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
sorekiwi 761 #4 Posted February 14, 2010 The one I sold about 6 months ago had holes in the seat, I believe it was origional. I'm sure someone will correct me if I'm wrong. Check out MikeRJ's thread about restoring his: http://www.wheelhorseforum.com/index.php?showtopic=10539 As far as identification goes, here's an oldy but a goody: Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
MikesRJ 552 #5 Posted February 14, 2010 You and your Uncle may find this link helpful as well: http://www.brandywineits.com/modules.php?n...o=show_doc&id=7 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
chris11 184 #6 Posted February 14, 2010 This is what makes this forum so great is the help you guys give everyone. If there is anything i could ever help you guys with please ask. Thank you Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Gene_S 93 #7 Posted February 14, 2010 Chris, Your very correct that this is what makes this forum great... I learn something everytime I'm on RS... Good luck with the tractor and have fun with it... :party: Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
TT-(Moderator) 1,131 #8 Posted February 14, 2010 As far as identification goes, here's an oldy but a goody: Can anyone spot what's wrong on this? B) Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
wallfish 16,980 #9 Posted February 14, 2010 I know the 551 does NOT have the same trans as the other tractors Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
TT-(Moderator) 1,131 #10 Posted February 14, 2010 B) Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
MikesRJ 552 #11 Posted February 14, 2010 As far as identification goes, here's an oldy but a goody: Can anyone spot what's wrong on this? 1. A Suburban isn't an RJ. 2. Transmission were not the same. The RJ had a 5003 and the Suburbans a 5010. UPDATE: Someone beat me to it. Damn! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
chris11 184 #12 Posted February 18, 2010 Anyone have a good picture of the belt guard for a rj 58 ? Please post thank you Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
MikesRJ 552 #13 Posted February 18, 2010 Here you go. 1958-59 Ride-Away Jr. RJ-58 / RJ-59 Part Name :"Belt Guard, Transmission" WH Part Number: 3549 (picture credit goes to VinsRJ) Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
chris11 184 #14 Posted February 18, 2010 Thank you Mike , Now i have to find one for him. Ill be going over there to take some pictures soon. again Thank you. B) Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
markslawnmowerworld 4 #15 Posted February 18, 2010 The fenders were optional, but not to many people bought the fenders for the rj-58/or the rj-59 back then.....the fastest way i can tell an rj from a suburban is the throttle location....i'm not sure what you have with-out seeing a picture... i just see alot of people who mistake the 1960 suburan from an rj-58/rj-59 but if you have either one they are both very nice tractors. B) Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
DMK855 15 #16 Posted February 18, 2010 Chris, I got my belt guard from Dave's Tractor World. May not hurt to call them and let them know you are looking for one. If they don't have one ask them to keep you posted when they get one!! Dave and Phil are very good to deal with!!! They are a vendor on the site and their info is in the vendor section! Good Luck and get plenty of pics!!! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
VinsRJ 721 #17 Posted February 18, 2010 After seeing those pics Mike, I've got some work to do on that belt guard, those dents are killing me B) Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
MikesRJ 552 #18 Posted February 18, 2010 Send it down here again. I'll refinish it for you for free! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
sscotsman 148 #19 Posted February 18, 2010 . i just see alot of people who mistake the 1960 suburan from an rj-58/rj-59 I have gotten good at spotting a RJ from a Suburban just with a quick glance at the front end..The overall outline is quite similar, but there are some very noticeable differences once you know what to look for.. photos from other threads here on redsquare: 1958 RJ58: Two major spotting features..(I know there are more differences! these are just the two I can use to tell them apart at a glance) RJ: 1. The hood is completely smooth, no ridges or lines. 2. The front axle "beam" is straight across. (sorry..I dont know the correct term for that part..the piece that runs between the two front wheels) 1960 Suburban: Suburban: 1. The hood has distinct stylized ridges, its not totally smooth like the RJ. 2. The front axle "beam" curls up at the ends, its not straight across like the RJ. those are a few things I have picked up on! Scot Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
