slim67 2,735 #1 Posted February 26, 2017 Can someone give me a fair value on a 59 RJ with snow plow? The tractor appears to be in good condition in the pics. Has a Clinton engine instead of Kohler. Also has rear fenders which I am not sure were optional that year? The ad doesnt mention if it runs at the moment just says"as is". Im curious, but think its maybe a little high? What do you guys think? This is assuming he still has it. 3 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
wallfish 17,011 #2 Posted February 26, 2017 Go Get It !!!!!!! Appears to have an original belt guard too. A Clinton B1290 is a factory engine for that tractor The plow angle handle is home made but no big deal Has the factory RJ adapter for that suburban style blade You may have just alerted others to this so it will be sold quickly. They are definitely becoming harder to find since many collectors are actively seeking them 3 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
slim67 2,735 #3 Posted February 26, 2017 I forgot to add that he is asking 650 though. Im sure its negotiable but wont know till i ask. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Racinbob 11,086 #4 Posted February 26, 2017 I'd say if it's something you've been looking for you should buy it. It looks pretty straight and you don't run across them that often. I would try to offer him less but if he was firm I'd go for it. Better hurry.....I can get there in about 16 hours 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Forest Road 594 #5 Posted February 26, 2017 That's fare. Don't drag your feet any longer. Go get it! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
wallfish 17,011 #6 Posted February 26, 2017 30 minutes ago, slim67 said: I forgot to add that he is asking 650 though. Im sure its negotiable but wont know till i ask. Found the ad in less than 5 minutes. Surprised it's still up there after 12 days. It has all of the goodies like the belt guard, heat shield, throttle control, hitch lift cable, toolbox, fenders and an un-cut hood. You can buy one missing some of those parts for less but will end up costing more when you buy them separate. Certainly worth it if it has an original RJ gas tank too. original belt guard- $100-$150+ original heat shield- $75 original throttle- $25 un-cut hood - $150-$200 Front rims- +- $50 Toolbox and fenders- $50-$75 +- lift cable -$25 RJ gas tank- $100 Just estimates on part prices since I haven't been looking at them for a long time but you get the idea 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
slim67 2,735 #7 Posted February 26, 2017 1 minute ago, wallfish said: Found the ad in less than 5 minutes. Surprised it's still up there after 12 days. It has all of the goodies like the belt guard, heat shield, throttle control, hitch lift cable, toolbox, fenders and an un-cut hood. You can buy one missing some of those parts for less but will end up costing more when you buy them separate. Certainly worth it if it has an original RJ gas tank too. original belt guard- $100-$150+ original heat shield- $75 original throttle- $25 un-cut hood - $150-$200 Front rims- +- $50 Toolbox and fenders- $50-$75 +- lift cable -$25 RJ gas tank- $100 Just estimates on part prices since I haven't been looking at them for a long time but you get the idea I search for " wheelhorse" and it didnt come up.I found it just by scanning thru farm and garden section. I think its nice but Im still trying to finish mine. I really dont have the room indoors and its a purchase based on emotions. I am building an AK47 variant this summer and that will be my next project. I talked to the guy and he was very friendly on the phone. He said he has a manual to go with it and there is an issue albeit a minor one with the carb. I have a habit of buying it because"its there" sometimes and regretting it later. Is there a value difference between RJs and Suburbans? 55 minutes ago, Racinbob said: I'd say if it's something you've been looking for you should buy it. It looks pretty straight and you don't run across them that often. I would try to offer him less but if he was firm I'd go for it. Better hurry.....I can get there in about 16 hours If you do stop by and say hello! 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Racinbob 11,086 #8 Posted February 26, 2017 4 minutes ago, slim67 said: If you do stop by and say hello! I was just kidding. I wouldn't jump on someone elses find. Now stopping by to say hello I would. Search wheel horse instead of wheelhorse. Like John, I too found it in a few minutes. It took me longer to find where Richfield was at. It kills me to look at CL for places in the midwest. There's so much more than there is down here. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
slim67 2,735 #9 Posted February 26, 2017 12 minutes ago, Racinbob said: I was just kidding. I wouldn't jump on someone elses find. Now stopping by to say hello I would. Search wheel horse instead of wheelhorse. Like John, I too found it in a few minutes. It took me longer to find where Richfield was at. It kills me to look at CL for places in the midwest. There's so much more than there is down here. No problem Bob. I think I will have to pass on this one. I didn't try the wheel horse text so that explains it. It's a nice little tractor for sure. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
slim67 2,735 #10 Posted February 26, 2017 Ok I talked to guy and I'm heading down there. 500 cash and hope my wife doesn't kill me. 6 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ACman 7,618 #11 Posted February 26, 2017 (edited) On 2/26/2017 at 1:27 PM, slim67 said: No problem Bob. I think I will have to pass on this one. I didn't try the wheel horse text so that explains it. It's a nice little tractor for sure. ... I always search " wheel horse " and " wheelhorse " in the [forsale] section using the [all] category . That way you won't miss one if listed under let's say [antiques] . Now let's hope you can get that horse for $500 ! Edited March 4, 2017 by ACman 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Racinbob 11,086 #12 Posted February 26, 2017 13 minutes ago, slim67 said: Ok I talked to guy and I'm heading down there. 500 cash and hope my wife doesn't kill me. Just make sure it's yours before you tell her. Forgiveness is easier to get than permission. 3 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
slim67 2,735 #13 Posted February 26, 2017 I called the guy and explained that I would have to pass on it due to price but wanted to extend him the courtesy so he isnt waiting to hear. I hate when people do that to me which is often these days. Anyways I asked him to keep my number and that I would pass this info on to others. Lastly I told him the most I could go is 500 if he changed his mind. He then said " bring me the money". I am heading down in 10 minutes and will post pics when I get back. Wife is OK with it. I always tell her that if something happens to me she shouldnt have a problem selling my guns or tractors. 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
wallfish 17,011 #14 Posted February 26, 2017 For $500 it's a no brainer. 2 hours ago, slim67 said: Is there a value difference between RJs and Suburbans? RJs tend to sell a little higher Curious if there is still an ID tag on there Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
wildman 205 #16 Posted February 26, 2017 2 hours ago, slim67 said: Ok I talked to guy and I'm heading down there. 500 cash and hope my wife doesn't kill me. Don't worry we will attend your funeral good luck. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
slim67 2,735 #17 Posted February 26, 2017 It turned out to be better than expected. I wasn't too concerned about it not running since the old guy said it did, but we sprayed a shot of ether into the carb and it started for a bit. I don't plan on doing anything to this for a long time if even at all. The thing I liked is all the paperwork that came with it. I am very satisfied with this tractor and told the owner as much. Here are some pics. 8 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
wallfish 17,011 #19 Posted February 26, 2017 Nice score. Since he had all of those manuals, did you ask if he had any of those attachments? Is there an ID tag on the front of the left frame rail? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
slim67 2,735 #20 Posted February 26, 2017 2 hours ago, wallfish said: For $500 it's a no brainer. RJs tend to sell a little higher Curious if there is still an ID tag on there You are right about that. I didnt think he would take my offer seriously so you can imagine how fast I had my trailer hooked up. The tag is there but is painted over and one end is lifting. I will have to try and remove the paint. The hood decals are also painted over. 9 minutes ago, wallfish said: Nice score. Since he had all of those manuals, did you ask if he had any of those attachments? Is there an ID tag on the front of the left frame rail? No there were no attachments aside from the blade. The little card with the tassle is even in the paperwork. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
slim67 2,735 #21 Posted February 26, 2017 1 hour ago, wildman said: Don't worry we will attend your funeral good luck. well at least you wont have far to go ! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
slim67 2,735 #22 Posted March 4, 2017 On 2/26/2017 at 5:26 PM, wallfish said: Nice score. Since he had all of those manuals, did you ask if he had any of those attachments? Is there an ID tag on the front of the left frame rail? I did manage to remove paint on the frame decal. The serial I can make out but the only thing I could see on model number was rj 5 and couldnt make out whether it was a 9 or not. I will have to try it in better lighting. The serial looks like 18352? Again I will have to try better lighting to tell. 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
12 hp Kohler 1,014 #23 Posted March 4, 2017 That's a great score that you got on the rj, is it your first rj? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
wallfish 17,011 #24 Posted March 4, 2017 1 hour ago, slim67 said: the only thing I could see on model number was rj 5 and couldnt make out whether it was a 9 or not Curious because there has never been an original tag shown with RJ-59 on it, just RJ-58. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
AMC RULES 37,130 #25 Posted March 4, 2017 Can we see a pict of that tag posted here? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
