59 RJ value?

[slim67 2,735]

2 hours ago, 12 hp Kohler said:

That's a great score that you got on the rj, is it your first rj?

Yes it is. I had a Suburban in high school and a roller a few years back. I also have the Suburban I am restoring now.

1 hour ago, wallfish said:

Curious because there has never been an original tag shown with RJ-59 on it, just RJ-58.

 I could definitely see the RJ and thought I saw a 5 but I will have to look again.  I will get a pic of tag but its in ok shape.

[12 hp Kohler 1,014]

Suburbans are great tractor, I was going to by one about a year ago but decided not too.

[slim67 2,735]

15 minutes ago, 12 hp Kohler said:

Suburbans are great tractor, I was going to by one about a year ago but decided not too.

I almost didnt buy this RJ but the guy accepted my offer. Now im not sorry I did after listening to the senior members here. 

[bmsgaffer 2,043]

19 hours ago, slim67 said:

I almost didnt buy this RJ but the guy accepted my offer. Now im not sorry I did after listening to the senior members here. 

 

I am curious as to why you are sorry? As I have read here, everyone thought this was a fantastic deal! (Me included, but I just didn't chime in)

 

I think you got a winner there and for a good price. 

[jay bee 897]

1 hour ago, bmsgaffer said:

I am curious as to why you are sorry?

 

20 hours ago, slim67 said:

Now im not sorry

@bmsgaffer I think you skipped over the "not" in the "I'm not sorry"

 

Jim

[RJcollector 56]

Nice find!

[slim67 2,735]

2 hours ago, jay bee said:

 

@bmsgaffer I think you skipped over the "not" in the "I'm not sorry"

 

Jim

Thanks jay bee. bms had me proofreading there for a minute

3 hours ago, bmsgaffer said:

 

I am curious as to why you are sorry? As I have read here, everyone thought this was a fantastic deal! (Me included, but I just didn't chime in)

 

I think you got a winner there and for a good price. 

Yes sir, I am very happy to have a piece of  history.  I said I am not sorry I bought it however. Thanks for your comments.

1 hour ago, kfx400 said:

Nice find!

You as well on your pair

[bmsgaffer 2,043]

Ha, wow. I even double read it to make sure I didnt miss something... 

[slim67 2,735]

7 hours ago, bmsgaffer said:

Ha, wow. I even double read it to make sure I didnt miss something... 

no big deal bms. i had to double read mine also

[AMC RULES 37,130]

 Can we see a pict of that tag posted here? 

 

 

[slim67 2,735]

3 hours ago, AMC RULES said:

 Can we see a pict of that tag posted here? 

 

 

I will get a frame tag pic when I get home today. Sadly it's barely readable but there. The bolt for the plow bracket went right across it . I was ab Le to decider what I thought was 18352 on the serial and  RJ on the model. I couldn't tell if there was a 5 after the RJ, but wallfish said only 58 was shown in 58 and only RJ for 59. Ironically the manual is for RJ58? I dunno, based on what I've researched it's a 59.

[AMC RULES 37,130]

Just another opportunity here...  

to view the ever elusive '59 RJ model ID tag.

[slim67 2,735]

Here is the pic of the tag. I dont know if the missing sections are from trying to get the paint off or not. The plow bracket bolt went across the tag to the right a bit. As I said earlier, I beleive what I see on serial # is 18352 and can faintly make out RJ. Whomever painted the tractor, didnt paint over the shift pattern of all things. The tag is lifting a little off the frame on the right side also. Does anyone think it is wise to try and remove the tag and put with the rest of the paperwork? I know that may sound like a really stupid question and I have thick skin so please feel free to say so, but Im just wondering at this point if it could be any worse?

[953 nut 55,223]

20 minutes ago, slim67 said:

think it is wise to try and remove the tag and put with the rest of the paperwork

         That sounds like a great idea, you may be able to detect some clearer numbers on the back side of the tag.

[12 hp Kohler 1,014]

I would remove the tag since it is already coming of so it doesn't fall of when your driving the tractor around and things

[slim67 2,735]

1 minute ago, 12 hp Kohler said:

I would remove the tag since it is already coming of so it doesn't fall of when your driving the tractor around and things

Thats what I was thinking. Ill have to give it some more thought. thanks

[slim67 2,735]

I spent the last few weeks finding time freshening this RJ up for a show this weekend. I decided a little late but fortunately will have it ready. It’s not going to win any prizes but I’m happy with the results. I still plan on driving it around and having fun with it. If I can’t do that then it’s got to go. It’s been long,long overdue.

[AMC RULES 37,130]

Thing looks great buddy!

[slim67 2,735]

4 minutes ago, AMC RULES said:

Thing looks great buddy!

Thanks AMC! I still have to get hood decals eventually and letter the front. The unidrive tag was still there when I removed the toolbox/ fenders. I didn’t have time to strip them but probably will in the future. I like the look without them.

[AMC RULES 37,130]

Like 'em better without fenders too.

[Darrenw85 605]

If you don't mind driving to Youngstown there is a place called Guy's Graphics that will do a nice job on the lettering. I have taken several hoods and engine shrouds there to have lettered. 

[slim67 2,735]

8 minutes ago, Darrenw85 said:

If you don't mind driving to Youngstown there is a place called Guy's Graphics that will do a nice job on the lettering. I have taken several hoods and engine shrouds there to have lettered. 

Thanks for letting me know about Guys. I’m too shaky to try it myself. 

[Darrenw85 605]

Call before you go to make sure he is able work on it that day.