1934 A open fan shaft

The photo shows the fan shaft of the 1934 "A" that I recently acquired. Does it appear to be as it was built at the factory or has it been modified in some way?

A photo of the serial number tag is in the "Parts & Pieces" section.

I'm a "newbie" at restoration. I expect I'll be back often with questions. Hope I don't become a pest!

Thanks for your help in advance. I appreciate it.

David

Congratulations on your '34 A. And welcome to the hobby.
Looks like your open shaft is right to me. Is it welded where the upper water pipe bolts to the block? Not uncommon IF it is, I've seen several open shaft tractors that were welded right around there.
I believe according to your serial# you have the 65th model A to roll off the assy. line. The first model A serial# was 410000. Looks like your serial tag will clean up real nice.

Have fun with your new (hard to find) project, it's nice to see another rare one such as the open shaft being saved to plow another day.

JDBob (1935 A)

Thanks for your reply. Yes, this one has been welded where the upper water pipe connects to the elbow casting from the block.

David