When I first posted the pictures of this tractor on MyTractorForum.com, I was immediately contacted by Vince (63Panzer / VinsRJ) who had the entire front half of an RJ (minus the engine) for sale. Vince had acquired this RJ some time ago and had since sold the transmission and rear wheels to someone else performing a restoration. When he saw my post he contacted me immediately. Vince lives in the Hartford, CT area, and the travel distance was a concern to me. Vince said that that was not a problem, since he and a friend would be coming to Philadelphia soon to pick up a piece of equipment from the Philadelphia Parks Department. He also stated that, if I wanted to buy it, he would be happy to put the RJ on the trailer, to deliver to me. A few emails and pictures back and forth sealed the deal and set the date for Monday, June 01, 2009, just a day after my return to Pennsylvania. I met Vince in North Philadelphia that Monday and returned the parts machine to my shop that afternoon. Thank you Vince. This project would not be as far as it is if not for you and your transportation generosity. I am VERY grateful.
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