Red Headed Horse 38 #1 Posted October 31, 2020 I attach a photo of the serial numbers casted onto the transmission. I would love to know its age. Sadly I do not have the serial number of the tractor itself. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
roadapples 6,983 #2 Posted October 31, 2020 By the title, I thought we were getting a little kinky here.. 1 6 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Red Headed Horse 38 #3 Posted October 31, 2020 (edited) 41 minutes ago, roadapples said: By the title, I thought we were getting a little kinky here.. All these lockdowns feeling lonesome! Edited October 31, 2020 by Red Headed Horse 6 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
J854D 137 #4 Posted October 31, 2020 That is the casting date of the transmission case. It is June 30, 1959. -JD- 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Red Headed Horse 38 #5 Posted October 31, 2020 1 hour ago, J854D said: That is the casting date of the transmission case. It is June 30, 1959. -JD- Thanks. So does that means my Suburban is an early example or a RJ? I am led to believe mine's a Suburban 400. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
wallfish 17,112 #6 Posted October 31, 2020 Best if you can post a picture of the whole tractor from different angles. 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Red Headed Horse 38 #7 Posted October 31, 2020 54 minutes ago, wallfish said: Best if you can post a picture of the whole tractor from different angles. I have bumped up the original post 'Can anyone identify this model?' Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
wallfish 17,112 #8 Posted October 31, 2020 From the pics of the other thread, the frame and front axle are not RJ. Tractor is most likely a model 400. The difference for an early 400 would have been the belt guard. Parts for a 400 or 550 will help you complete the tractor if that's the intention. 550 is the same tractor except for engine and some engine components. Tractor was offered for sale as a 1960 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Red Headed Horse 38 #9 Posted October 31, 2020 (edited) 57 minutes ago, wallfish said: From the pics of the other thread, the frame and front axle are not RJ. Tractor is most likely a model 400. The difference for an early 400 would have been the belt guard. Parts for a 400 or 550 will help you complete the tractor if that's the intention. 550 is the same tractor except for engine and some engine components. Tractor was offered for sale as a 1960 Many thanks for confirming it. I attach a photo of what I think is the belt guard? I cannot upload the photo as it's too large.... Edited October 31, 2020 by Red Headed Horse Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
oliver2-44 9,929 #11 Posted November 1, 2020 The ridges on the top of the hood and the and the square hole at the back of the hood, and the front axle indicate it is a 1960 Suburban 400. The transmission casting date and the solid seat pan go together to indicate it could be an early 1960 Suburban. Since it was itn pieces I would contact the seller and see if he has the throttle and choke assembly that goes in the hoods square hole. The tractor serial number is on the plate that goes on top of the throttle/choke assembly. I'll try to you get a picture of one I have apart. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
oliver2-44 9,929 #12 Posted November 1, 2020 (edited) @Red Headed Horse @Frankenstein 58 Here's some pictures of Suburban parts to help you with your projects. Belt Guards Left to Right: 1961 Suburban 551, 1960 suburban 400, 1958& 1959 RJ 1960 Suburban Foot Rest 1961 Suburban Cast Steel Foot Rest 1960 Suburban 400 Choke/Throttle Plate Assembly Suburban Oval Gas Tank. The filler neck is on the opposite end from the fuel bowl connection Gas Tank Filler Necks 1-13/4" dia. Reproduction available from Starbolt Supply. . Edited November 1, 2020 by oliver2-44 2 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Red Headed Horse 38 #13 Posted November 1, 2020 Thanks Oliver2-44; this is a great help. Thanks Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
WHNJ701 4,165 #14 Posted November 1, 2020 17 hours ago, Red Headed Horse said: Many thanks for confirming it. I attach a photo of what I think is the belt guard? I cannot upload the photo as it's too large.... Need to join and become a full member to the website to post pics. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Red Headed Horse 38 #15 Posted November 6, 2020 On 11/1/2020 at 1:27 AM, oliver2-44 said: @Red Headed Horse @Frankenstein 58 Here's some pictures of Suburban parts to help you with your projects. Belt Guards Left to Right: 1961 Suburban 551, 1960 suburban 400, 1958& 1959 RJ 1960 Suburban Foot Rest 1961 Suburban Cast Steel Foot Rest 1960 Suburban 400 Choke/Throttle Plate Assembly Suburban Oval Gas Tank. The filler neck is on the opposite end from the fuel bowl connection Gas Tank Filler Necks 1-13/4" dia. Reproduction available from Starbolt Supply. . Oliver, are these reproductions parts readily available? I have a source for the 1960 foot rests and the throttle controls. I am in need of a belt guard as pictured and the fuel tank from Hapco is currently out of stock. I am also in need of the clutch pedal assembly too as mine's missing. Thanks Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
oliver2-44 9,929 #16 Posted November 6, 2020 @Red Headed Horse Im headed hunting and will try to remember to send you a PM next week with info on the Repop belt guards 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Red Headed Horse 38 #17 Posted November 6, 2020 45 minutes ago, oliver2-44 said: @Red Headed Horse Im headed hunting and will try to remember to send you a PM next week with info on the Repop belt guards Thanks; appreciate your help. Cheers Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
