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JD-A, Tell me about it.

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Leon

12-21-1999 08:08:32

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People,

I'm sure that I am going to cause a lot of you to say, "not again". I'll bet you all have read and answered these inquiries dozens of times.

I have found a JD in the timber. It's plate says Model A,SN 485700. I looked up the year on this page, '39. The tractor has straight metal but the engine is stuck. It has PTO and some type of factory lift on the rear. The lift appears to be pedal actuated. There are two pedals below the seat. The rubber is shot but the rims are not in the dirt but I'm sure they are rusted on the inside.

My questions are these:
* Should I even consider restoring this tractor?
* Are parts still available/reasonable?
* What's it worth?

I have been restoring IH H's and am very well educated on thier guts and glory. We have always owned and operated the "Red" and the "Green" Machines and would like to have vintage restorations of both. Is this lady to old to mess with?

Thanks a lot,
Leon

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John C.

12-23-1999 06:59:23

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Re: JD-A, Tell me about it. in reply to Leon, 12-21-1999 08:08:32

I began refurbishing a '41 JD A about 1 1/2 years ago and can give you a little advice. Check to see if your '39 is missing the carb and/or the mag. These two items can be expensive to replace; reasonable to rebuild. I fould a lot of parts (intake valves, valve guides, gaskets, studs, piston rings, etc.) at my local J.D. dealer at very reasonable prices. I also bought parts from salvagers that I found on the internet, and found other parts at a local tractor swap meet. You have to shop a little bit to find good prices on used parts, but they are out there. I used a mixture of Marvel Mystery Oil and diesel fuel in the cylinders to loosen the engine. Mine was stuck from sitting outside with the head off, and it came loose after 2 weeks of soaking. Deere also has manuals at reasonable prices. You call an "800" number and give them the model and serial numbers (and credit card number). A parts manual and user's guide cost around $30.00 (for both). Good luck.

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12-21-1999 19:33:06

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Re: JD-A, Tell me about it. in reply to Leon, 12-21-1999 08:08:32

Hi Leon, the 39 A is unique in that it is still the same engine as the 38 A, but with the styling of the later ones.Its hard to know what it is worth. It is very collectable! Good luck if you decide to restore it, Don

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zane

12-21-1999 18:25:42

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Re: JD-A, Tell me about it. in reply to Leon, 12-21-1999 08:08:32

I understand that the first styled A's were 1939. I have one with a serial number a little later than the one you've spotted. If it's all there, and within reasonable distance from home, I'd pay up to $500 if I had to. You will have to look around for some parts, but many are interchangeable with later models. Get yourself a parts manual from a JD dealer or from JD.

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Greg H.

12-21-1999 10:22:27

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Re: JD-A, Tell me about it. in reply to Leon, 12-21-1999 08:08:32

If it's a straight complete tractor, and not rusted down, someone has a moral obligation to save it. I don't know what the actual value of an unstyled A . Around here {Ohio Vally} good working Model A's can be had easily for 1500. Later models add 500 to a 1000. You wouldn't want to put alot in it to begin with. However since you have been restoring for a while you know that you are going to have more in the thing than it's worth. I guess you need to ask yourself if you can live with the thought of this tractor setting in the weed waiting to be rescued. By the way what are they asking for it? and where is it located? If you don't want it maybe someone else would like to help the tractor out. Parts are available. Good Luck Greg H.

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Leon

12-21-1999 11:02:11

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Re: Re: JD-A, Tell me about it. in reply to Greg H., 12-21-1999 10:22:27

Greg,

I neglected to mention that the A is styled and is complete. The rust is not as bad or deep as you would expect for it's age. Still has "some" paint. No price has been discussed yet. I will keep you informed.

Thanks for your comments.

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