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aquaelvis

02-11-2006 09:39:26

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I came across this in Western WA. I think it is odd and I am thinking of trying to get it from the current owners. It is at a house that is for sale and is being sold with the house.
Does anyone know what it is or what it is worth? Thanks!

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cdmn

02-12-2006 18:59:44

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Re: Does anyone know what this is??? in reply to aquaelvis, 02-11-2006 09:39:26

This started out as a 29 Pontiac. You could get either wooden wheels or wire spoked. Notice the divided grille. This was a Pontiac styling feature for many years.
Most of these rigs use two transmissions and a truck rear axle. I've got one made from Star parts and others. It uses a two speed rear axle from what I think is an IHC truck. I have a couple others made from Model T Fords, they use Model T worm drive truck axles. I've seen some made from old Buicks and old Dodges. The old six cylinder Buicks and 4 cylinder Dodges were built really tough. One of the problems is to keep them cool when working hard.
Dalton, MN show will feature odd-balls this year.

29 Pontiac

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Aaron Ford

02-12-2006 16:48:51

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Re: Does anyone know what this is??? in reply to aquaelvis, 02-11-2006 09:39:26

Damfino,

but

I WANT ONE !!!!! !!

Sincerely, Aaron

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Rustyj14

02-12-2006 09:12:15

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Re: Does anyone know what this is??? in reply to aquaelvis, 02-11-2006 09:39:26

Looks like it was built from a mess of old cars and trucks! First, the front axle is probably from a Buick, Chevy, or some other make. It has been turned up-side down to provide better ground clearance! Second: The cowl and hood resemble a Model A Ford, although i see no sign of the gas cap filler in the top of the cowl panel! Third: the rear wheels are definitely from the early Twenties, and probably from the same old Buick, etc. Fourth: The frame is probably from the old truck or car that the other parts came from! fifth: I don't recognize the radiator shell! (see No. 4)

Note: Those old Homade Tractors were cobbled together by farmers who couldn't afford a real tractor! I had several Model T and A "homaders" which i used around my place to drag non-running machinery when i was junking it. One Model A homade tractor came in handy! I built a snow plow for it. Had a turnable and up/ down blade! I used it to plow out the local neighbors driveways! I bought up those machines to get parts for my Model T's and A's, which i ran every day to work, etc. HTH Rustyj

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aquaelvis

02-12-2006 07:49:08

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Thanks for all the help... more in reply to aquaelvis, 02-11-2006 09:39:26

Thanks for all the help. I collect old gas pumps, know nothing about tractors. I am glad tractor people seem as eager to help a newbie as the gas pump guys are. Looks like a great hobby. (lots of the pumps guys have tractors too) The odd history behind this makes me want it all the more. I had no idea people made their own tractors. I'll let you guys know if I can get it away from the owners. So far it seems like most people I talked to think it is a Pontiac, a few say Buick. I guess I'll know more when I take a closer look. Thanks again!

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Jimmy King

02-11-2006 18:52:15

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Re: Does anyone know what this is??? in reply to aquaelvis, 02-11-2006 09:39:26

When I was young, I had two neighbors that had homemade tractors.

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edchainwsaw

02-11-2006 13:37:07

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Re: Does anyone know what this is??? in reply to aquaelvis, 02-11-2006 09:39:26

local collector has one--- just like it!

his is a Doodlebug but with a DODGE as the unit... as I am thinking that might be.

his has wooden wheels as well.

OH and NO! it dont have a hemi!

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Dave NE IA

02-11-2006 12:14:52

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Re: Does anyone know what this is??? in reply to aquaelvis, 02-11-2006 09:39:26

I can't speak for everyone on this board, but I know I personaly would look extra cool driving it in a parade. No doubt definatly a chick magnet. My guess is a couple hundred dollars might just buy it, as to many home owners it is junk. Condition would be the biggest consideration. Dave NE IA

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wally-mi

02-11-2006 12:00:52

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Re: Does anyone know what this is??? in reply to aquaelvis, 02-11-2006 09:39:26

thrifty farmer was the one sold by sears and wards. used a ford or chevy , had steel wheels. not sure what that one is from. you might try d. elmore. lol wally

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John No Mi

02-11-2006 10:03:48

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Re: Does anyone know what this is??? in reply to aquaelvis, 02-11-2006 09:39:26

It is what is comonly called a "Doddle Bug". Sears, Wards and others sold kits to covert a car to a "Poor Man's Tractor". I have a copy of the Sears add to convert a T or A model to a doddle bug. I don't know what make of car was used for this one. They are a lot of fun to drive. We have four to ten show up every year at the Northern Mi Flywheelers Show. If you get it don't make it look brand new as the more rustic the better with these old doddle bugs. We have one show up with a rag tied around a tire for a patch.

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Minor Correction

02-11-2006 15:08:27

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Re: Does anyone know what this is??? in reply to John No Mi, 02-11-2006 10:03:48

It is definitely a poor man's tractor conversion but your use of the term "Doodle Bug" is wrong. The Doodle Bug was the term used for someone convering a model T Ford into a poor man's racer, sort of a street hot rod car, not a farm tractor.

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Jim.UT

02-11-2006 18:19:19

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Re: Does anyone know what this is??? in reply to Minor Correction, 02-11-2006 15:08:27

You're being kind of picky. I've heard the term "doodle-bug" used the way you say, but I've also heard it used to describe a car or truck converted to a tractor and I've heard it used that way by dozens of people from all parts of the country. You may call it "wrong", but my guess it's just as "right" as the description you prefer. In fact, I'd be willing to bet that a converted tractor has been called a "doodle-bug" since the 1920's when they first started being produced. I can't prove that, but I'll bet you can't disprove it either.

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Ken Crisman

02-11-2006 10:02:32

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Re: Does anyone know what this is??? in reply to aquaelvis, 02-11-2006 09:39:26

I don't know what it is , but I'd love to have it . It's built in the same manner as an old Model A tractor . But the hood , grill , & headlites puzzle me . You'd be nuts not to pursue it . Ken

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va. rebel

02-11-2006 10:01:23

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Re: Does anyone know what this is??? in reply to aquaelvis, 02-11-2006 09:39:26

looks like some kind of home made tractor i dont know what kind but i would sure like to have it not sure what it is worth va. rebel

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Doodlebug

02-11-2006 10:18:14

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Re: Does anyone know what this is??? in reply to va. rebel, 02-11-2006 10:01:23

Kinda reminds me of "Arnies golf tractor"

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UncleTom

02-11-2006 11:24:12

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Re: Does anyone know what this is??? in reply to Doodlebug, 02-11-2006 10:18:14

Maybe air up the tires and charge the battery and some fresh gas and take it for a spin. LOL

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