Dale Powell wrote on Tuesday, November 30, 1999 (PST): Out here in Calif. we have Roof eq. Mfg. And theymake weed mowers !!!!! 11660 Sterling ave , Riverside, Ca. 92503 909 - 354 - 7600 If you send me an address, I'll mail you the ad. farmer Phil wrote on Tuesday, November 30, 1999 (PST): A guy I work with has seen a Roof mower years ago. He said that they were mostly used on golf courses and commercial use. tim carr wrote on Tuesday, November 30, 1999 (PST): I saw onee something like this but it articulates to sterr and has a snow plow on it . It has a jeep style front but i didn't notice roof on the tailgate.. i'll check next time i get out to my cousins.... Michael A. Prah wrote on Wednesday, December 01, 1999 (PST): I remember in '68 while at Willoughby South High School I would be in math class an this unusual little red jeep would be flying about mowing the grounds. This was my first and only sighting of this little jeep until your article. garry wrote on Wednesday, December 01, 1999 (PST): I thought no one still had one of these in working order! i knew of one that could have been restored, but was instead put on a car frame, I think a crossly (sp) and used in parades. it was outfitted with a propane cannon on the back and was a real hit. I have long ago lost contact with the owner, but I am sure he still owns it as he was very attached to the little jeep with the big bang. Brian Wilmers wrote on Thursday, December 02, 1999 (PST): I may be dreaming but I think I recall seeing ads for these mowers in the back of Popular Mechanix magazine. This would have been in the 1960's if anyone has access to those issues. I remember it always sparked my interest because I loved Jeeps and it had that look... JD wrote on Wednesday, December 15, 1999 (PST): I recently found a "Topeka Hiway Mower". It has a Jeep 4-wheel drive chassis and a Continental engine. I saw a picture of another one that had a cab. They were supposedly mfg in Kansas. I am looking for any additional info anyone has. There are pictures of it at "members.aol.com/joed6194/index.html". Thanks. JD Jerry Weber wrote on Sunday, December 19, 1999 (PST): Attention Steve Nelson; I can shed some light on the Roof Palomino. Your photo and remarks were forwarded to be by a nephew, and until I saw them, I'd completely forgotten about that model. Earl Roof, founder of Roof Mfg. in Pontiac, Illinois, was my uncle. My father founded a machine shop there at the time Earl got his business going, and was a primary supplier of precision machined parts for all of Roof's mowers. The origin theory of the Palomino is erroneous. Earl had only one son, and he was never in the military. I don't know the origin, but will contact my cousin for more information. The various comments from other respondents regarding its application are correct. It was used primarily on large institutional lawns. Earl had joked that it could double as a golf cart, but I doubt it was ever used as such. He had a home on the golf course in Pontiac, which may have lead to the Palomino's origin and his comment. I don't know at this time how many units were produced. If you can describe the type of blade clutch it used, I may be able to help locate a replacement. My father's shop made clutches for the VP (variable pitch) line of high wheel mowers, and the Palomino may have used the same clutch. When Roof Mfg. was acquired by the Walker brothers in the early 70's, the VP line was sold off by the new owners. I believe it is now being manufactured by a firm here in California. I see these mowers for rent at various equipment rental yards here. It was the original and most successful of all the models Roof produced. Feel free to contact me at my email for more specific questions. I'll do my best to fill in the blanks. Don wrote on Monday, December 20, 1999 (PST): WE ( Aledo fire Dept ) have one of these mowers although we do not use it to mow with. We added a water pump,siren and revolving lights, a short ladder etc. to it and painted it to look like a fire truck. we take it to parades around the area and set the nozzle on a fine spray and selectively squirt people on hot days( particulary pretty girls ),kids etc. It is a hit every where we go as we get many invites to do parades . We had a local dealer who sold a few of these. You still see one mowing once in a while. Mary Tarman wrote on Sunday, April 30, 2000 (PDT): I have a Roof Palamino mower too!! We bought it a couple years ago, and put it in our town's parade. I would like to talk to other Roof Palamino owners. Steve Darling wrote on Wednesday, July 19, 2000 (PDT): I too have a Roof Palamino. I purchased mine in 1995 and have done some research on them. The factory parts department is still in existance. Contact Stroller's in Pontiac Illinois. I have an original sales brochure that I would like to share, but am concerned with copyright laws. The engine service manual is available from Kohler. Steve Darling wrote on Friday, July 21, 2000 (PDT): Here's the info I mentioned the other day. Roof Palomino, Roof 60 and presumably other Roof service parts are available from "Stroller's" 15556 E. 1830 North Rd. Pontiac Illnois. 61764.The parts/instruction manual cost me $4 in 1995. At that time the sheetmetal parts had been discontinued, but most of the mechanical parts were available. Mechanically, the Palomino and the 60 are virtually the same so if you find a model 60, grab it. The sales brochure that I have states the Palomino "All Purpose Mower" has "Three overlapping, twenty inch blades mow up to five acres an hour. The Paloamino can also be used to sweep and plow roadways. Handle payloads up to 700 pounds. Or transport personnel and equipment at speeds up to 17 mph." That is a direct quote from the sales brochure. They also indicate that there is an optional operater's cab and a 60" dozer blade. It also mentions that the Palomino and the model 60 have a 2 speed axle, but I am of the impression that was only on the very early units. The brochure also shows the mowers with white painted wheels, and mine has black painted wheels. Regarding the history of the design, when I spoke with the folks at Stroller's, they put me in touch with the man who designed it and he said that his inspiration was from his son's toy Jeep. If you want engine parts, you must go to a Kohler authorized distributor and purchase a service manual for a model "K482" engine. Be warned, Kohler engines are EXPENSIVE to rebuild. My Palomino has been modified with an electric clutch from a John Deere and seems to be an improvement over the original. It was done by the previous owner. He also painted mine what he called "desert storm tan". I don't recommend it. It looks better in red. In 1995 Stroller's still had original tires available if you want to keep the original look. Its nice to know that I don't have the only one of these things. artint195 Ashley Custer wrote on Wednesday, August 23, 2000 (PDT): I to have a Roof Palimino.I traded it for two piece of junk trucks.Mine was puchased by the previous owner in 1973.Mine has a little rust but other than that it's in good shape.I am looking for a owners manual.Steve Nelson if your out there contact me at my e-mail address. JR Allen wrote on Thursday, October 19, 2000 (PDT): My husband and I also own a Palamino Jeep/Mower. If I have my information correct my husbands father got the mower used in the 70's. My husband and his older brother abused the mower, as a toy for a few years and then I was left to rust behind the barn. About a year ago my husband dug it out and has made a project of repairing it. We are die hard Jeep fans, the mower deck is missing, a 6 inch lift, 125 four wheeler motor, suspension and many custom parts now have the old mower looking more like a Jeep. Until recently we didn't know what the grill looked like, (according to my husband, they wrecked it so long ago he couldn't remember it.) so we have machine a grill that resembles the front of my jeep. After seeing the pictures from this article we are going to replace the missing tail gate with one that resembles the original. Hope to be able to send you pictures of our final project when we are done, and I would love to hear from more owners. Jr Eric Allen wrote on Friday, October 20, 2000 (PDT): I wish I would have found this site sooner so I would have known what I really had. My dad aquired two Roof Palominos about 15 years ago, but they were in pieces. They were basically just empty shells. Unfortunatly one of them was destroyed, and the other was just rusting away in the weeds. So, about a year ago I finally got the urge to do something with it in my spare time. I decided to make myself something to drive around the campgrounds were my wife and I like to go. I replaced the stock suspension with an ATV A-arm system, and lifted it about 6 inches. It now has a Suzuki 4-stroke engine and chain drive. Without having anything to go by but my 1999 Jeep I machined a new grill out of aluminum diamondplate, custom made a new tailgate, and new front fenders. I know some people that know alot about these machines probably think I made a really stupid mistake, but I didn't know any better at the time. I would like to get in touch with some other owners and see what one of these actually looks like, because before I saw this site I had never seen another like it. Sidney Lewis wrote on Saturday, November 25, 2000 (PST): We have a 3 wheel riding mower that we are presently restoring. But need some info on how it all goes back together. Do you know of any place that might have an old parts book or service manual?? We live in the KC Area and can't seem to find anyone locally. DB wrote on Thursday, February 08, 2001 (PST): Finally found Stroller's in Pontiac,Il...Its actually Stoller International,Old Rt 66, Pontiac,Il 815-844-6197 Ask for Harland King, he can send owners manuals, about $5-6 bucks... I havn't found one of the Palomino's yet but I am looking. If you hear of one send them my way. Where do old mowers go? Don Gherardini wrote on Thursday, April 05, 2001 (PDT): well today I hauled home a ROOF PALAMINO...YaHOOOO...found it at a dealer in central illinois. I travel illinois for american Honda as the engine sales rep, and I have been looking for one of these that some would part with for a long time. This one has a PERFECT body...but the Kohler is gone and the steering box is busted and no deck..neither a big problem..this little baby will have a new V-twin Honda in it soon , as I wouldnt even consider an old 482 because they are so heavy,,,it should steer like a dream with a 90 lb engine. Very glad to find this site because I didnt lknow STollers Implement has stuff..and I will call them in the morning...Thanks to all here for sharing your knowledge about this very unique machine? Wes Kerlin wrote on Saturday, April 07, 2001 (PDT): I am currently restoring a Roof Ranger from the 50's or 60's. It has been in my family since it was new. I saved it from the trash heap and descided to restore it. It has not run in approximately 20 years and I am contemplating putting a new engine on it if I can not get parts and labor at a more resonable price. I am in the US Air Force stationed on the Island of Guam. These mowers were so well made, mine has only two spots which have rusted through. The hole for the valve stems on the wheels are rusted out. Nothing a little work cant fix. I would love to hear from anybody who has one of these wonderful mowers to sell or where I can get parts. I am looking at restoring more of these once I get back stateside. Bigk11 wrote on Sunday, April 22, 2001 (PDT): I just bought a roof mower don't know what year it is it looks like the jeep one but w/o the jeep body on it was wondering if any body has any more info on them and if the is a web site for them seems to run very good i think it was used to mow grass for a school dist.would just like to here about any other info on them. it has a kholer motor and a 60"cut? thanks for any info you can give me. Kyle Kozlowski wrote on Tuesday, June 05, 2001 (PDT): Hi my name is kyle kozlowski and I also own a roof palamino serial no.223. My father who is in the school bus business bought the machine from an elementary school who bareley ever used it. The school let the mower sit next to the bus shed for a backup. My dad knew the man that worked in that shed for quite along time. The man was able to convince the school to sell the mower to us for $100 dollars. since then it is still running as good as ever. What I am wondering is if you can email me or call me with any information on where to find parts or any info on the tractor itself and I will do the same. I am from lockport Illinois and my phone # is (815) 838-3010 thank you. kyle kozlowski Phil wrote on Sunday, June 24, 2001 (PDT): I have a running,restorable Roof Palomino. I use it every time I mow but would sell for the right price. Wanting to do more work on my 55 Chevy. If interested please e-mail me at lilmutt@earthlink.net Ashley Custer wrote on Monday, June 25, 2001 (PDT): I have a roof palomino.I have the original sales recipt from 1973. I am looking for a owners manual.If you have any info on it e-mail it to me. steve nelson ( article contributor) wrote on Saturday, June 30, 2001 (PDT): Greetings! I submitted the article about my ROOF PALOMINO "mini jeep" (pictures included)in 1999 I think. The Palomino is still running strong. I've been pleased with all the comments and interest out there. I have yet to call the people in Pontiac, IL listed by someone who responded to find out about parts. At present, I don't really need anything other than the blade clutch. And I'm just really careful, to watch my toes when I'm standing near it running (and engaged). I would like to explore the possibility of selling the beast however. It seems there are some real collectors out there who may have the interest and expertise to restore this baby to it's former glory (a job that wouldn't take much for a true mechanic, not just a knuckle buster like me). So I'd appreciate info anybody has on who may be interested in owning this rare machine. I think I'll set a reasonable price, however, I will need to replace it, I'm looking at a landscaper's type walk behind with which I can do both trimming and the bigger stuff and get a bit of exercise at the same time. I'll post this note elsewhere and see what kind of response I get. Please feel free to e-mail me directly. ERIC HILGENDORFF wrote on Sunday, July 15, 2001 (PDT): MY BROTHER AND I WERE JUST GIVEN ONE OF THESE ROOF PALOMINO'S. WE ARE IN THE PROCESS OF RESTORING IT. WE NEED A MOWER FOR IT IF ANY ONE KNOWS WHAT THEY USED OR WHAT WILL FIT PLEASE LET US KNOW. ARE THERE ANY PARTS FOR IT AROUND. THANK YOU ERIC AND MATT GRAEME OSBORN wrote on Wednesday, July 25, 2001 (PDT): I am looking for a roof palomino and/or any information or pictures of them/manuals/ pictures of your restoration. Also looking to purchase one if any one has one to sell. Email me or phone me at (250)558-2951 (Canada) Gene Kutz wrote on Saturday, September 29, 2001 (PDT): I have a roof "60" which is the same machine as the Palameno. I have used mine ever week for 27 years-love it.I paid $1500.00 for mine in 1974, it was one year old. I live 70 miles from where they were made. Dorothy Roof King wrote on Thursday, October 04, 2001 (PDT): I am the daughter of Earl Roof, who invented Roof Mowers and owned Roof Mfg Co. Your story about the Palamino is completely false. I worked there for 20 years and my husband worked there even after the business was sold in 1975. I have only one brother and he was not ever in the service. Robert Jordan wrote on Tuesday, October 23, 2001 (PDT): I just found one of theses on a farm in neb, any info would be greatly appriciated, mine is pretty rough, missing the mower and the grille but it looks like the rest is there, will have some pictures in the next coule of days if intrested, any help is always a good thing. thanks Dean Sidfrids wrote on Sunday, October 28, 2001 (PST): My name is Dean Sidfrids and my father Lowell created the design for the Palamino. The body design was taken from a tonka toy jeep. The prototype was built in our basement when I was a boy. Earl Roof owner of the company issued a challenge to his design engineers one of which was my father, Lowell Sidfrids. The other was John Brue. The challenge was to come up with a new & unique mower design. My father came up with the palamino design. John Brue came up with the lariat design. Both designs were accepted by Earl Roof and put into production. They were both very successful. For further information feel free to contact me at my e-mail address. Jerry Cosler wrote on Monday, November 05, 2001 (PST): Just bought one of these 1966 s/n 205 at an auction and would like to find out more about it. Does anyone have an owners manual? Would like to here anything about the roof Thanks Darcie wrote on Tuesday, November 06, 2001 (PST): my father just bought a 1966 roof palamino ser# 205, he has basically restored it and needs to find the inblems to go on it you you have any idea where I may be able to find theese? James Burrows wrote on Saturday, January 19, 2002 (PST): My Name is James Burrows. I have found a Roof Palimino in Greencastle P.A. I am trying to purchase it.Iwas wanting to know more about these machines.If you could please send me info on these tractors I would appreciate it. The one I have found is yellow,seems to be original color,complete with woodgrain color dash.The one you have is red.Is that original,or did that change from year to year.Any info would be appreciated. Thank you. Chuck Miller wrote on Saturday, February 16, 2002 (PST): I have a roof mower jeep. I found it in rural Champaign County,IL. I have had it for three years. Mowed weekly with it. I have since moved to town and do not use it as often as I did. The motor has been rebuilt and I have restored it. If interested in buying, contact me at Hestain@aol.com Scott Roberts wrote on Saturday, February 23, 2002 (PST): I have see this, my dad owns one. He has partialy restored it. I have been looking for more information on this machine. Looking for options. This is the first site to find the Roof on the internet. Steve wrote on Sunday, April 14, 2002 (PDT): HOWDY! So there are some other Roof Palomino's still around.I just heard of this site today and hope someone outtheir still has one FOR SALE.I am looking to buy one or any parts(or info on what mower deck they used)owners,parts or operations manual.Please sent e-mail or call(716)457-4109 Steve King wrote on Sunday, May 05, 2002 (PDT): Hi I Just Purchased One Of The Tractors And Looking For all The Info. I Can Get. Do You Have Any Origanal Sales Ads? Any More Info Or Pics You Can Send Me I Would Be Greatfull. Looking Forward To Hearing From You. marion thompson wrote on Thursday, June 06, 2002 (PDT): have pictures of roof palamino that i have restored. send e mail i will send pictures. mike wrote on Sunday, June 09, 2002 (PDT): I saw one of these jeep like mowers sell at a sale in april here in OHIO it didn't have the mower deck it ran but was in need of work can't remember what it brought was maybe aroung $1000.00 + or - a little. Randy Girven wrote on Sunday, June 16, 2002 (PDT): I have a Roof Palomino that I'm trying to find some information about. I've found a bit of history about the tractors on here, but I don't know what year mine was manufactured. It's serial number is 169, so it must be a fairly early model, right? Any help would be appreciated melvin marksberry wrote on Sunday, July 14, 2002 (PDT): I got the phone # for the company that used to produce the Roof Palimino. I called and they said that they no longer sell parts for these mowers. I would like to know if anyone has the owners manual or could possibly send pictures of the belt assembly goes. I hope to hear from someone regarding this matter. Don Gerlach wrote on Sunday, July 28, 2002 (PDT): I recently bought a roof lawn tractor. I'm looking for manuals on it & any other info I can find. Anyone who can help me please email. redrev wrote on Sunday, July 28, 2002 (PDT): I have a ROOF V.I.P. It is a walk behind mower with a large rotary mower out front. Chuck wrote on Wednesday, August 07, 2002 (PDT): I remember the Palomino, I worked for Roof MFG, from 1978 until 1982,at that time they were owned by the same company that owns Streator Dependable, Ra Gadd wrote on Saturday, August 31, 2002 (PDT): I am in the process of buying a Palomino from a neighbor! This must be my lucky day! I'd never seen/heard of them until I laid my eyes on this one today! Any advice on my purchase??? Scott wrote on Tuesday, September 10, 2002 (PDT): I have a Roof Ranger that is about 20 years old. I live in NC, and with the looks it generates, I think it's the only on in the state. Still runs, however needs some work. If anyone has any info, please let me know. bill stith wrote on Saturday, September 28, 2002 (PDT): i am from pontiac il and my father and i own 2 roof 60's which is the cheaper version of the mower with out the jeep body. that i know of there are 3 palaminos and 5 roof 60's in the pontiac area and i am sure that my uncle knows of more since he was the plant manager of roof manufacturing. Richard A. Carter wrote on Tuesday, October 29, 2002 (PST): Read artical, I worked at roof at the time they designed and built it. It was a design of a group effort Louie Roof owner had one son he never was in the service. I may have the designers name he now ownes another business. Backtell Bros from Forrest IL took over the mower business and have moved it to Gibson City Ill in the old Baille truck building they seem to be doing real well. I'm restoring a Roof VP75 Weed mower at present. They called it the widow maker because farmers would go out an mow fence rows in the summer time and die in the heat between the corn feilds this was before weed killer when farmers really did work. David Moore wrote on Thursday, November 28, 2002 (PST): Dear Friend, i"ve read your article about the Roof Palamino mower and just wanted you to know that I own not one but two of these mowers and are still mowing with them. I live in Salisbury NC. My phone no. is 704 279-4533. Call if you would like to talk. I also have the parts manuel,engine manuel,and the owners manuel. David rob nickel wrote on Thursday, December 12, 2002 (PST): Don't know of any other mowers like this one but my Dad had a chain trencher mounted on the back of an old Willy's jeep, that he used the whole time I was growing up. The thing was capable of trenching 7' deep and we put in miles of plastic water line for farmers in the southern manitoba area. I got to operate it once I was old enough, and I've never seen another like it. R.R. (Bob) Huffman wrote on Thursday, December 19, 2002 (PST): This is a very timely article. Yestorday I went through an old barn on my farm and found the exact mower. I have an eqipment rental and plan to restore the Roof along with four other I have picked over the last month. I will be looking for parts an help in the future and like to hear from anyone with advice or parts. Thank You. Chris Schwanke wrote on Wednesday, January 01, 2003 (PST): My Great-grandfather had on of these great mowers.I can remember riding in it as a very young child. It had a white removable top(canvas)and a snow plow on the front. We would all pile in on grass cutting day. If anyone has one to sell please let me know as I have been looking for about 5 years now and just found this site today!!! I would really love to find the one my great-grandfather had!!! I lost track of it about 15 to 20 years ago when my grandmother traded in to a wheelhorse dealer. Please help me find a Roof Tractor!!!!Please E-mail me if you can help!! David Brockman wrote on Tuesday, February 18, 2003 (PST): I own a Roof Palamino and I would like to sell it, if there is anyone interested, please contact me, David Brockman, 8945 Smoky Row rd. Greensfork, Indiana 47345, Phone 1-765-886-4664, if you would like to call I am home in the evenings, or email, I can email photos or your more than welcome to come see it yourself, thanks, David matt wrote on Monday, March 17, 2003 (PST): love that "jeep" mower, kinda reminds me of a "crosley farm'o'road", and yes they used to make things alot heavier than they used too (the way they should still make them). Eric wrote on Thursday, April 10, 2003 (PDT): Does anyone know where I can get parts or manuals for my roof palomino. john macemon wrote on Saturday, April 12, 2003 (PDT): PLEASE TELL STEVE NELSON THAT I HAVE A ROOF PALAMINO LAWNMOWER JUST LIKE THE ONE IN HIS ARTICLE. IT'S IN GREAT SHAPE. Jerry Adams wrote on Wednesday, May 07, 2003 (PDT): I have one of the Roof Mower. Mow with it all the time. I like it. Charly wrote on Wednesday, May 14, 2003 (PDT): Is there anybody who can tell me where to get parts for a ROOF Madel 82251 mower ? I stay in Europe and here is nobody able to help me. Maybe some of You have a email adress where i can gat parts. TOM FROSCHAUER wrote on Thursday, May 15, 2003 (PDT): I KNOW SOMEONE IN CLINTON INDIANA THAT HAS ONE Ashley Custer wrote on Wednesday, May 21, 2003 (PDT): I have a Roof Palamino,its a 1973. Its in pretty good condition although I had to replace one of the seats. Any one who has any info email me @ punk_gurl_4l_182@hotmail.com Jerry Adams wrote on Thursday, May 22, 2003 (PDT): Looking for a Manuals, and other Parts. Larry Bollinger wrote on Thursday, June 19, 2003 (PDT): I have a ROOF PALIMINO and I have an owners manual. I have had many offers for it. I was told that mine was a 1970 model. I was wondering what your serial number is to maybe help me determine the year of mine. I have had mine since 1980. JAMES WILLIAMS wrote on Thursday, July 24, 2003 (PDT): I have one of these mowers. I have had it for about 10 years, it's in good shape, runs and I also have the mower deck. I am interested in selling it. You can contact me at by email at mclette@hotmail.com or by phone at (229)-769-3516 doug ticer wrote on Monday, September 01, 2003 (PDT): in 1990 i acquired my roof mower unbelievably while working at a landfill. some one had thrown it away! the motor had a broken rod. i took it home , rebuilt the engine and have been working it like a dog ever since. for the 1st 10 yrs. i didn't take very good care of it, but the mower is relentless. it just kept mowing with very little maintenance. now i realize what a gem i have and i baby it while still using it. i wouldn't trade it for any mower ever made. Jan Byrd wrote on Thursday, September 04, 2003 (PDT): I live in Southern IL and would really like to buy a Palamino mower. Needs to be in good complete condition, ready to use. If you know of any available, or am concidering selling yours, I would appreciate the contact. Thanks! Jerry Adams wrote on Friday, September 05, 2003 (PDT): I have Manual for the roof and part Manual Larry Thurston wrote on Saturday, September 06, 2003 (PDT): I BOUGHT A ROOF PALAMINO MOWER ABOUT A MONTH AGO,,,IT IS IN PERFECT SHAPE,,BUT I HAVE BEGAN RESTORING IT COMPLETLY,,I PAID $4000.00 FOR MINE,,,I DON'T KNOW WHAT IT IS BUT THAT WAS THE CHEAPEST I COULD FIND ONE,,,I WAS WONDERING WHAT THEY GO FOR ELSEWHERE. Bruce Retherford wrote on Wednesday, September 17, 2003 (PDT): Has anyone considered a Palamino show in or near Pontiac IL I would love to attend with mine and see others and possibly find parts in a Palamino swap meet? CCrawler wrote on Tuesday, October 21, 2003 (PDT): I dont recall the roof palamino, but I do recall the Mini-beep and they are two totaly different jeep style tractors, the mini beep was advertised around the same time period, and was in both popular science and popular mechanix in the sixties and seventies, it was offered in both kit form and fully assembled, also who ever sold them sold a mini doser also. the easeist way to tell if it is a mini beep or not is that it was a 2 peice frame/body and it hindged in the middle so it could turn sharp i suppose, not realy sure why they did that. bill stith wrote on Thursday, October 30, 2003 (PST): I have a roof 60 for sale which is the same mower as the palamino mower but it is the cheaper model without the jeep body. Mower runs and is complete gas tank needs cleaned and mower blades put back on and it will be ready to mow If interested let me know james weisenburger wrote on Saturday, December 06, 2003 (PST): i own a palimino i would like to purchase a second one for more parts, or are you interested in selling yours, or know where icould get one reasonabley priced. also maybe i can answer questions about the mower you may have. iam wondering if yours really mowes or accelerates to 20 mph,and does yours have a two speed rear end.waiting four your return Email. Treasure Rhodes wrote on Monday, December 08, 2003 (PST): I too own a I too own a Roof Ranger 26" Riding Mower. I use it weekly but the traction is beginning to slip due to wear on the friction drive tire (Identified as "Power Transfer Tire",Part #828 on the parts list sheet). If anyone knows where I can get this part please contact me my phone number is 910-298-5656 trbqr@intrstar.net Thanks chuck melburg wrote on Monday, December 15, 2003 (PST): the place where I work has just aquired a roof mower serial# 164429 model# 69620U sounds by what I have read in the comments that it must be a 60. It look somewhat like a jeep but the striped down model. Ours does have a hyd dump bed on the rear. Mower clutch is not working at this time, but we will figure it out.If anyone cuuld supply some info on the year it would be great. Thanks Jimmy Searcy Jr. wrote on Saturday, January 03, 2004 (PST): I have a Roof and I'm having trouble with my clutch.Does anyone know where to find parts? james weisenburger wrote on Sunday, January 04, 2004 (PST): TALK TO ME ! ABOUT THE PALIMINO.I NOW OWN TWO OF THESES MOWERS MAYBE INTERESTED IN ANOTHER. I LIKE TO RESTORE THEM. SEND ME SOME PICTS. OF YOURS IF YOU HAVE ONE. ALSO REPLYING TO THE COMMENT EARLIER ON THIS PAGE SOMEONE IN INDIANA WANTS TO HAVE A PALIMINO SHOW THATS SOUNDS INTERESTING . WITING ON COMMENTS leroy cary wrote on Sunday, January 11, 2004 (PST): I brought home a roof jeep looking mower today. I need info , manuals , and clutch parts .Where is the id plate at? It has kohler K532 engine, is red, and apears to be single speed rear. what size tires should it have?thanks. fell free to contact me email. leroy cary wrote on Tuesday, January 13, 2004 (PST): looking for clutch , parts or whole, used or new. any literature or info . need to mow. thanks Joe Bellina wrote on Tuesday, January 27, 2004 (PST): My ex-father in law lived in Normal Il, not far from Pontiac and knew Earl Roof. My ex-brother in law might have some insight on Earl. I know mostly about the Roof mower that Earl invented to control weeds. Of course other items were developed later. Dave Shaw wrote on Tuesday, February 17, 2004 (PST): Just a few minutes ago a friend of mine came in my driveway with the little red jeep looking thing on the back of a rollback truck.. He said it was a Roof and had a reproduced manual for a Roof Palomino.. It looks exactly like the one on this site.. I'd like to have it but he is talking $4000.00 with no deck.. Just thought you'd like to know there is at least one more out there.. It's in Versailles, IN,,, Dave Nels Jensen wrote on Wednesday, February 18, 2004 (PST): I had 2 Danuser post-hole diggers mounter on International in the 70`s. Built them myself with my own design for double frame, springs, and 3 point that I could roll side to side. Had tons of down presser with 3/4 " bed plate. Made a lot of bucks with them working for fence contractors. Years ago one could order jeeps with 3 point, 2 bottom plows, trenchers, sicle mowers, ect. Even dozer blades.I live in nothern Calif. Rusty Jones wrote on Wednesday, February 18, 2004 (PST): Some years back, somebody donated a little red Jeep similar to the one in your picture, to our Fire Company, to use in parades. It was evidently ho-made! Had small air tires. Now, this Jeep was built of plywood, but the body was just the same, with square corners. The fenders were plywood, covered with tin. I've been wondering if somebody used a Roof Jeep to copy the panel sizes. If anybody has a Roof with missing parts, they could use the same method to build body parts-plywood, covered with tin panels. The hood, and body panels, can be formed by a sheet metal shop, as can the corners, if you want them rounded! Rusty Jones James Weisenburger wrote on Sunday, April 04, 2004 (PDT): Does anyone have any info on the mowerdeck on the palimino? Iam in need of the two belt pulleys on the deck, i have found some pulleys the right size but does not have the right taper bore. Maybe someone could tell me where i could go to get some that may work.waiting for your reply thankyou Gator wrote on Thursday, April 22, 2004 (PDT): Hi Chris, Real excited seeing your website on the Palomino. Iknow your not going to believe this, but i know where there is one in a1 shape. I have two questions for you, Did it come with baby moon hub caps, or no hub caps? Also is there an Emblum on the hood? Very glad to see your website, I enjoyed it very much! If possible please answer my e-mail! Thank you, Gator James Weisenburger wrote on Tuesday, April 27, 2004 (PDT): Hi Gater i saw your comments with Chris on the palimino sounds like you have spotted one . The answere to the question is yes they do have baby moon hubcaps . Iam in the process of restoring one at this time . Send me an email if you would like we can talk thanks jim Frank wrote on Friday, April 30, 2004 (PDT): Good article. I would like to know if the author could send digital photos of that lawnmower to slapars@mobil1.net. Bruce W wrote on Friday, April 30, 2004 (PDT): I'd bet that the guys over at the CJ3B page &/or the CJ2A page would love to see this! Chris wrote on Saturday, May 15, 2004 (PDT): I wish I was better at this computer thing. When I met my wife in 1976 her step Dad had the coolest looking mower. I asked him right there and then that if he were to sell it I wanted first crack at it. Well my dreams came true in the summer of 2000. My wife surprized me with it. She talked her step Dad into selling it to her, so $2000.00 later I am the proud owner of a ROOF PALAMINO in excellent condition. Also he had two owners manuals, a full color quadfold brochure of the Roof Lawncare line of equipment, and another black&white brochure, that came with the Palamino. My wife's step Dad puchased the mower at an auction in the late 60's. He was told it was used at a golf course. The model # 96018 and serial# 2646 is all I had to go on to find out what year it is. Now that I have found this web site maybe I can get some sort of idea. It has the Kohler V-twin engine, with the high $ low range hydrostatic trans. It looks just like Steve's, red with chrome hubcaps. I live in mid Michigan, and when I mow my lawn people will sit on the side of the road and just watch, sometimes for as long as 15 min. Thanks a bunch to all who have made comments. If you want to know more just get a hold of me, Chris Larry Graham wrote on Tuesday, June 15, 2004 (PDT): We owned several Roof mower products. From our experience they made them too good! I was just looking to buy a new Roof and it seems that they are not around any more. This is sad because they made virtually indestructible products. Perhaps if they had a little more repeat business (wear outs) they would still be in business). So they have gone the way of Route66 and Toddle House Diners. chad wrote on Monday, June 21, 2004 (PDT): I just saw one for sale today at a car lot here in Greensburg, IN. Don't know what year it is or much about it. The guy said the engine had been replaced but for the most part it looked original. It was paint green with white star on hood like army jeep and didn't have no roof decals that i seen. Would like to buy it but don't have the money right now. The guy is asking $3000 for it. Just wondering is this a reasonable price for these things this is the first time i've ever saw one. The car lots name is DeArmond's Auto Sales phone # is 812-662-8511. thanks jim wrote on Wednesday, July 28, 2004 (PDT): iam restoring a palimino at this time and i need all the decals for the machine. i would also like to find a color ownersmanual or sales catalog showing the different attachments and aapplacations . someone help me out on this search thank you jim. Curt Hirsch wrote on Monday, August 09, 2004 (PDT): Interesting mower. I like it a lot. I have a roof riding mower that I inherited from my father-in-law. I live in the mountains in Colorado and cut my property once a year and up this this year the mower has been great, cutting weeds and rocks and anything that got in its way. It has 3 speeds forward and one reverse. The rubber on the drive pulley finally wore out and I was wondering if you knew any place where a guy could get parts. Steve wrote on Thursday, August 26, 2004 (PDT): HI, I haven't looked at this site for almost a year and was interested to see your comment (Chris). I haven't been using mine for a while, but I used it for quite a few years every week. I didn't get too many 15 minute gaukers, but I got a LOT of double takes, and people nearly crashing trying to figure out what the heck they just saw. Mine hasn't been started for over a year. I need to get a new battery and get her going so she doens't rot. I'm giving it to my son-in-law as soon as he has space for it...which may be a while, so I need to get it out and play around with it a bit. I quit using it every week because with the wide, 60" cut, it trended to scalp a bit, and had little things to fix on it nearly every week. I "replaced" it with a professional grade walk-behind Toro which turns on zero radius, so now I get my large area mowed in 1.5 hours (faster than I did withe the wider Roof...and no repairs needed) and get some exercise doing it. I do miss the gaukers though! I think the heavy duty Roof walk-behinds are still available from www.roofmowers.com/, which is run by Bachtold Brothers in Illinois. Parts for the Palomino are almost non-existant, but if you browse these comments, there seem to be quite a few people interested, and some with the mowers. Also I have received many e-mails over the past few years since I submitted this article. A few of my guesses about the origin were incorrect. I even heard from some family members of the original owners and others who worked at the Pontiac, IL factory. So it's been interesting. Browsing these comments makes me think I need to get mine fired up again! Cheers, Steve Curt Hirsch wrote on Monday, August 30, 2004 (PDT): Ok anybody out there have a Roof Ranger? I replaced the Drive wheel rubber on mine which was completely worn out, so of course I thought that was my problem. Come to find out it looks like my problem is in the drive axle, which is where all the gears and shafts are. I got a copy of the parts diagram but it doesn't go into any detail about how to remove the axle and gear box. There is a nut on the drive axle, not shown on the parts diagram and I can't get it loose. Was wondering if anyone had an owners manual or repair manual for the Roof Ranger Riding Mower? Just asking on a chance. Rick Goodwin wrote on Friday, September 24, 2004 (PDT): I Just seen one ofthe roof palamino mowers today, AWESOME unit. I gotta keep its whereabouts quite, in hopes that one day it could be mine. I sure would like to learn as much about it as I can though. Jamie Walters wrote on Tuesday, November 02, 2004 (PST): I have a friend who is rebuilding 2 of these (owns 3). I would like to reproduce the matte white decals for him. I have a sign/graphics shop and would like to get some high digital photos of the original oval logo with the cowboy/horse, the rear ROOF, and clutch Drive/Rev or any other decals? Thank you very much for the information posted on the Tractors web site, it was very informational. Thank you, Jamie L. Walters Iceworks Graphics & De-Signs 419-782-0744 shop www.iceworks.bz Howard Wassner wrote on Wednesday, November 03, 2004 (PST): I read your article on your unique roof mower. I too have a roof mower,however mine is a self propelled walk behind. i was wondering if you knew of any places I could try and locate some parts for this mower. Thanks Howard Rex Clark wrote on Tuesday, November 09, 2004 (PST): I have a roof palimino lawnmower that I am restoring and I am looking for some information on the hydro rear end. The pump was off of it when I got it and I was wondering if anyone new what was needed to put it back together. I would also like to obtain a manual if it is possible. jim wrote on Monday, November 15, 2004 (PST): rex clark , what is your e-mail adress Rex Clark wrote on Friday, November 19, 2004 (PST): jim; I was just wondering if you had received my email address? If not all you have to do is click on my name and it should give it to you Linda Green wrote on Monday, December 13, 2004 (PST): my husband just bought one of these mowers and wanted me to email you and let you know. if you have any information on restoring this please let us know. We have pictures. Any information on books, etc. would be helpful. Larry wrote on Monday, December 20, 2004 (PST): I just found this web site today. I am looking to buy one of these. If any one has one for sale please contact me. E-mail LarrysToyTractor@aol.com Thank You Larry Mike Herrmann wrote on Monday, December 20, 2004 (PST): Had one as a kid and it kicked butt!! Would like to purchase one, any help would be greatly appreciated. jeremy cook. wrote on Tuesday, January 18, 2005 (PST): i have a roof 60 that i will sell. i have put a kubota 3cyl diesel on it. no mower deck. 2 spd. axle. peoria,il. i can send pics. Kent Shultz wrote on Friday, February 11, 2005 (PST): I just got one of these but the hood and other body parts are missing. I haven't picked the tractor up yet so I will know more details when I do. Does anyone have and spare parts for sale? E-mail; shultziedotcom@hotmail.com Thanks! Don Hammond wrote on Sunday, April 10, 2005 (PDT): Hello I have a couple of Roof's the one still has Roof 60 on the backof it! There not complete but my buddy and I are trying to get one of them running! There is no mower decks for either of them and I would like to find some more info on them? Any help would be appretiated! Steve (author of this article) wrote on Friday, April 22, 2005 (PDT): I still get e-mails every once in a while about this mower. I fired it up again last summer. My fuel pump is leaking like a son of a gun, so I need to make a gasket for it. Otherwise it still runs great. Like I said above, I'm saving it for my son in law when he has the room, so it's not for sale. But I do have a copy of the manual. I made one a while back for somebody as a favor. I'd be happy to make a few more copies, but it takes a while, and there's postage, etc. so I'm thinkg $20.00 is a fair price. e-mail me if you're interested. just click my name at the begining of this post to get my e-mail. Steve (author of this article) wrote on Friday, April 22, 2005 (PDT): E-mail above is incorrect! I was going too fast and I entered the wrong address on the above post. This one should work! Sorry Mark Bruellman wrote on Tuesday, April 26, 2005 (PDT): I'm from Rolfe, Iowa-I got one!!! David Biemler wrote on Wednesday, April 27, 2005 (PDT): I have a one and know of another one. I have the manual too. Dan wrote on Tuesday, May 31, 2005 (PDT): it is actually a lawnmower made by jeep they only made ten types of these beasts and they wanted them to look like the old willys jeeps i actually just looked this up cause i was playing a jeep game and that factoid came up www.jeep.com/games/rescue_patrol.html Evan Mang wrote on Monday, June 13, 2005 (PDT): Thanks for the submission, although I could not find out when it was posted. I have acquired a Palomino, finally, 25 years after my uncle bought it used from a civic auction. I have always wanted this machine for restoration purposes. Your article was very informative, as I had no idea the machines were this old. Your pictures were welcomed, as they began the process of solved the mower deck mounting. I do not have any of the mounting hardware, but am able to reproduce this easily myself. I need detailed photos, though. May I ask, if anybody has detailed photos, to e-mail them to me. These would be for restoration purposes, covering aspects of belt routing, guard placement, and the operation of the mower ride height adjustment. I think this machine is missing some external hardware, and I would need to reproduce these pieces. Again, thanks for the article, it was very helpful. Steve Nelson (article author) wrote on Wednesday, July 06, 2005 (PDT): Hi to everyone who has found this article interesting. I'm sorry I did not respond to many of the questions, etc. posted here. I just read through them all and noticed that many people posted questions on here. If any of you still have any questions or if anybody wants a copy of the manual (I just made some copies) click my name above to e-mail me directly. I read my e-mail and respond to it immediately. I look here only once-in-a-while. By the way, I'm writing an updated version hopefully with correct facts from some of the actual Roof people. It will appear an a magazine called Belt Pulley which also has a web site www.beltpulley.com, so roof fans will have another outlet. I want to get that done asap, so if anybody is checking this, send me some pictures, and I may submit them to the magazine article! Thanks! Aaron Rients wrote on Tuesday, August 23, 2005 (PDT): My grand father Lowell Sidfrids was earl roofs right hand man and the designer of the palamino. I never new that something he built made such a profound affect on people. I am proud to know the palamino has such a fallowing. The central states threshers reunion held in pontiac Il is featuring roof mowers this year. registation starts thursday sept 1 and the show runs through sunday the 4th. Gary porter wrote on Tuesday, September 06, 2005 (PDT): I live near Pontiac Il. and would like to sell all four of my mowers. First mower is a Palamino. Next Is a Roof 60. I have had both of them running at the end of 2004 and mowing. The other two, a Roof 60 no deck, and I think the starter is out. Last one no motor but has the deck and is better for parts. I can't give them away but call for showing or offers...Trades...1-815-867-6947 GaryPorter wrote on Tuesday, September 06, 2005 (PDT): Thanks for all the calls. The one I called the palamino might not be. But does have the dump box and deck both hyd. Ok thanks and keep calling Gary Bill Clark wrote on Monday, September 12, 2005 (PDT): I happened across your articlle while looking for answers to the missing spaces on my palamino project. I first came into contact with this piece of equipment about 25 years ago growing up with a neighbor who's father was in charge of maintenence for a cemetary. The tractor had blown the original engine and the drive line assembly for the new engine was so mickey moused that it was never in balance enough to stay together. About 7 years ago I finaly talked the neighbor into letting me have it. I had to wrestle a tree that had decided to grow through the engine compartment for my prize. Well the project has finally started to come together and the unit is in tact with the exception of the motor, drive line and grill/ headlight housing assemblies. We are currently fitting it with a 14 horse kohler out of an old Jacobsen lawn tractor. I was wondering if you could tell me what originally was under the hood and if you have come across any other of these rare machines. Regards Bill Clark Mark A Webel wrote on Sunday, September 18, 2005 (PDT): I've recently aquired a roof palamino in pretty good condition and would be very interested in any and all info you could pass along!! Thanks Bruce Atkinson wrote on Sunday, September 18, 2005 (PDT): Where can I find Decals for the Roof Palomino Stoller International wrote on Tuesday, September 20, 2005 (PDT): We at stollers have been the Dist of Roof Mowers for 13 Years. Harlan King worked our Roof parts dept untill his death a few years ago. We are interested in SELLING ALL inventory left to anyone that would like to make us an offer. Please Email me with any comments you might have. Thanks J. Chris Steffen Bill Johnson wrote on Thursday, September 22, 2005 (PDT): I am looking for one to buy. Anyone know pf one? Brett wrote on Friday, October 28, 2005 (PDT): I have an excellent condition Roof Palomino with an added on full enclosure. All offers will be considered. DAN LATHAM wrote on Tuesday, December 06, 2005 (PST): I HAVE A ROOF PALAMINO THAT IS IN RUNNING CONDITION,I WOULD LIKE TO RESTORE IT TO SHOW DOES ANY BODY HAVE INFO ON PARTS? Ray wrote on Saturday, January 28, 2006 (PST): Can you add sheet metal hood and grill to a Roof 60 and make it similar to a Roof Palomino? Don Simmons wrote on Tuesday, February 14, 2006 (PST): I have a rebuilt Roof Mower for sale. 23 hp Kohler engine, new rebuilt 5 ft mower deck, ready to go. All new decals. e mail me at d55onna@hotmail.com or call 319-385-3289. Forrest Hazlett wrote on Tuesday, February 14, 2006 (PST): i have one of these jeeps i would like to find some motor parts thanks Mel Green wrote on Monday, February 20, 2006 (PST): Just found this site todau.I have owned a Palomino for many years, stored inside, but not started for maybe 10 years. Will be selling this summer. If any knows what it is worth I would appricate comment. Thanks to all for this site. Steve Nelson (article author) wrote on Sunday, February 26, 2006 (PST): Just want to mention that an updated, and more accurate version of this article with pictures will be in the May issue of Belt Pulley magazine. Information about subscriptions or single copies is available on line at www.beltpulley.com/pages/contactus.php The e-mail address that is listed on that page was not funcitioning last time I tried, but I told the web site administator and hopefully it's working now. I hope to also update the article listed here because it is old and very inaccurate as to the histroy. Thanks for all your comments. Don Henthorn wrote on Tuesday, March 28, 2006 (PST): I have heard of them before. In fact I have another Roof mower. It is a three wheel riding mower with high rear wheels that is in operating condition. I have sold my house and need to dispose of it. Does anyone know of a place to fond buyers? Ron Madding wrote on Sunday, April 02, 2006 (PDT): I just bought one with a two speed rear axle in good shape. I did not have a mower deck. I need one. So if you have one let me know. I live in Wilmington/Custer Park area just south of Chicago and north of Pontiac. Thanks! Ron 815-926-7641 or815-671-0911 John wrote on Saturday, July 08, 2006 (PDT): Dear Steve, My dad was a distributor for Roof Manufacturing and has parts. Please feel free to e-mail me and I will give you the necessary contact information. Sam Simons-central Indiana wrote on Monday, July 10, 2006 (PDT): Hi All, I have seen a few in this area,all w/o the mowing decks,and being used like golf carts. Most in good/very good condition,with the original drivetrain.I'm interested in finding one for myself..... Big Al wrote on Sunday, July 23, 2006 (PDT): I am looking for parts for an old ROOF RANGER walk behind mowere. It is the one with the 2 bicycle tires in the rear and 1 small tire up from. Anybody have any or know any one who does ??? conatact me al,baker@pipeline.com farmer fran wrote on Monday, July 31, 2006 (PDT): i saw your jeep mower i'd like to ask if you could give me as much info on roof Palomino. i have one that is of unknown year and articulated! mine is 4wd is yours two? i am restoring mine for a school project.its taken me forever to find info, any help you can give me will be great thanks! oh sorry i don't have a pic, because i couldn't figure out how to paste it but i will get you one! Gene C wrote on Thursday, August 10, 2006 (PDT): Roof Mfg manufactured a machine called a Groundskeeper (lawn Vac/chipper) I need a bag for the groundskeeper.I purchased a bag in 1996 but lost the information. Does any one know where a new bag might be purchased? Wayne Collins wrote on Monday, August 21, 2006 (PDT): I own a roof mower and I'm in need of some parts. If possible please contact me. Thank you Rick wrote on Thursday, August 24, 2006 (PDT): Hello, I have one of these Roof Mfg Co., Pontiac, Il, Jeep body tractor, Model# 1200, Serial# 1558 with a Kohler engine (not sure of the year). I am looking for a fuel pump and unfortunately, I can not find the Kohler Spec number but I believe it might be a K582..(from what I read above!) Any help to point me in the right direction would be greatly appreciated! It looks like my father had changed the fuel pump twice in the past 10 yrs and he saved the old fuel pumps. I found 2 fuel pump boxes # 277539-S and in one of the boxes I found an older fuel pump with a different cam arm so I am not sure if the 277539-S is the correct pump since it seamed like he changed it more often than I would think it should have needed. Do these fuel pumps not last long if the unit is not used all the time? If so that would make more sense! I also put some photos up on a web page of the pumps and the engine. Also, I would be interested if anyone might know where to find (from the photos) the spec number. I think if it was a plate on the right side, it might have been removed at some point or another. Here is the link to the photos; rbrkass.com/kohler/ Thanks in advance! Dale Harris wrote on Wednesday, August 30, 2006 (PDT): I have one complete tricycle mower and 2 partials. they are Mid 60s models. If anyone is interested contact me via E-Mail. Mark Bruellman wrote on Sunday, September 24, 2006 (PDT): I also need a fuel pump for my Roof Palomino..Anybody come up with a supplier? I have a brand new 60" deck I will be installing on mine-maybe this winter..The old one on it now will then be for sale..It's not too bad; still works fine, but if I restore the Jeep, I just as well put on the new deck..I got it with remaining stock of parts from Stoller IH in Pontiac..That's right, I purchased all the mower parts they had on 11/05..There are lots of parts, lots of books..You need parts, let me know your needs..I am super busy at my full time job-moving grain bins, so if you send me an inquiry and don't hear back from me, contact me again.. Anybody know if there are any decals available for the Palomino? Mine are pretty good shape, I could probably get them reproduced if there is a demand out there. 800-370-2467 Rolfe, Iowa Mark Bruellman KJ wrote on Monday, October 09, 2006 (PDT): I am looking for a Roof Palomino if anyone knows of one for sale. I will consider any condition. I am located in central Indiana but I will travel to purchase one. I will also offer a finders fee if you find one and I purchase it. I can be emailed at; peteypowell@hotmail.com Thanks for any information. Mike Herrmann wrote on Saturday, November 04, 2006 (PST): Finally tracked down my old roof jeep I mowed with when I was a kid. Was sitting in barn for the last 20 years and is in very good condition. I am happy to say it is now sitting in my barn. T.J. wrote on Thursday, December 21, 2006 (PST): I to would like to purchase one as well. T.J. wrote on Friday, December 22, 2006 (PST): Hey Guys has anyone posted any other pictures of there machines some were? Rusty wrote on Sunday, February 11, 2007 (PST): Does anyone know the correct color for the Palomino s. Our s is going to the paint booth soon and would like to get the correct shade of red. Thanks, Call 309-333-0095 Carl wrote on Saturday, March 17, 2007 (PDT): I have a roof V.I.P. self propelled lawn mower with an wisconsin acn motor. It also has seat you ride on. If any body has Information on these Please Post It. charlie wrote on Friday, April 27, 2007 (PDT): i have a roof lariat in real good shap i do need a manual on it a place to get parts i really like to mow with it but would like to know more about it charlie cooper wrote on Thursday, May 03, 2007 (PDT): repair shop has request to replace blade spindle on roof 60. palomino jeep! Jason wrote on Thursday, June 07, 2007 (PDT): just wanted any info on this mower we have one in our repair shop in indianapolis for repair DanB wrote on Wednesday, August 08, 2007 (PDT): There is a Roof Palomino Parts manual on E-Bay right now Item # 130141604838 steve ripka wrote on Thursday, August 16, 2007 (PDT): Besides the Palomino, Roof manufacturing made the Roof 60 , the 60 standing for 60 inch cutting deck, which was very popular with many of the golf courses and commercial lawn companies in the late 1960 s and early 1970 s. The Palomino and the 60 both shared the same frame, engine and hydrostatic transmission, the early models were a single range, and the later models had both a hing and low range eaton/peerless hydrostat/trans. Both the Palomino and 60 used the same underbelly cutting deck. What is extremely rare were the options on the Palomino for a snow plow blade, the front mounted snow thrower, the front mounted power brush, and especially the enclosed canvas cab for winter use. For those who want to restore these units to the original factory color, I believe after talking with one of the Roof Manufacturing employees, you can substitute red IH paint which is the same shade of red. AS a former operator of an early70 s model 60 , let me tell you that this was one mean cutting machine rated at cutting several acres per hour, and in high gear, therewasn t another machine out on the market that could keep up with it until Hesston manufacturing came out with their 3 wheeled ZTR with the 72 deck. Roof continued to make other utility and riding mowers for quite a whle longer, but none seem to have been as popular as the palomino and the 60 . Don Eddington wrote on Tuesday, September 04, 2007 (PDT): saw two roof palamions and 0ne roof 60 at the arygle lake gas engine show, colchester,il 9-2-07 they were all 3 very nice shape 2 of them were from aledo,il Donavon wrote on Friday, September 28, 2007 (PDT): I am getting ready to purchase a complete restored roof with 60 mower deck and white surrey top from a friend. It will be used in parades and events. jim wrote on Sunday, October 07, 2007 (PDT): like to chat with the latest commnet on the roof jeep that is being bought off the friend. John Jackson wrote on Monday, November 05, 2007 (PST): My cousin has a stripped down model of this mower using it as an ATV. I loved it when I saw it and wanted it. It has a three cylinder diesel engine. Very neat Jason Thoman wrote on Thursday, November 08, 2007 (PST): I happen to have a Roof. It is a very different piece. I would like to find a mower deck and a blade for it some day. I came across mine when a customer wanted to trade it in on a new mower. I told the guy that he should sell it but he wanted to trade, so we did. He has it painted like a jeep off of the TV show MASH. He even put a winshield in the front and a fuel can in the back along with a spare tire. I looks good but it is not original. If any body know where there are parts I would also be interested. Thanks Jason jim wrote on Friday, November 09, 2007 (PST): Jason, send give me email ephillip wrote on Sunday, November 11, 2007 (PST): I have a roof palamino in cent. indiana that i would consider selling in very good shape with mower deck and snowblade,orignal paint and owners manual.Has always been stored inside,drivers seat has a rip and carb. seems to loose its prime after it has set for a while but other than that it is in great shape. jim wrote on Tuesday, November 13, 2007 (PST): i would be interested . my e-mail adress is 2 WEISEGUYS @ bright.net thank you philip Kyle wrote on Tuesday, November 20, 2007 (PST): Hello ephillip. I am interested in talking to you about your Roof Palomino. I am from central Indiana also. You can contact me by email using farmboykj@hotmail.com Thank you. T.J. wrote on Sunday, December 09, 2007 (PST): ephillip if you still have your Palanino avalible How does one get intouch with you? T.J. jason wrote on Monday, December 17, 2007 (PST): I also have one of these little Roof Palominos. Mine I completely restored and put on a 4 inch lift and 26” ATV tires it looks awesome. I have been using it to play around in the yard and drive it in a parade every year. That little jeep gets more looks than the Corvette club. I would like to find another one if any body has one for sale let me know. If you would like to see some pictures of my Palomino or have any pictures of your please send me an E-Mail. Thanks, Jason jsnradish@yahoo.com Julie wrote on Thursday, December 20, 2007 (PST): We have a 1973 Palomino Riding Mower and are considering selling it. Anyone with information on it, please email me at jbowermon@lockhart-tx.org jake wrote on Wednesday, January 02, 2008 (PST): my dad has one of these just his has the jeep fenders in the front and back and no bed because thats were the gas tank is we have been told that it is a ROOF GO is you have any info on it or have pics of some other roofs e-mail me Larry59 wrote on Saturday, January 05, 2008 (PST): I have never heard of this mower. Very interesting to see it still running and looks in great shape. j.d.rest wrote on Saturday, January 05, 2008 (PST): I like it!, I've also heard that their was also a Jeep style vechicle but had a 3pt hitch, that's the one for me. michael miller wrote on Saturday, January 12, 2008 (PST): anyone able to mail me pics of the model 60? i acquired one a couple years ago. i'm doing a restoration on it. thanks, mike mike.miller@fabickcat.com Bud Salisbury wrote on Monday, January 14, 2008 (PST): I have a 60 that I am rebuilding.Looking for manuals for it.Will be selling deck & brackets.Contact me at Bud1@Wildblue net. Les wrote on Wednesday, January 16, 2008 (PST): I would be interested in buying a Palomino Jeep Mower or a Struck Mini Beep (large one or smaller one) I have many other antique garden tractors that I could trade or buy it outright. Let me know what you have and what your asking price is, pictures would be great. Thank You Les wrote on Thursday, January 17, 2008 (PST): I neglected to put my contact information on my ad above wanting a Roof or a Mini Beep. I can be contacted at the following address, lsheesley at mchsi dot com Thanks Again jim wrote on Friday, January 18, 2008 (PST): casey what is your e-mail address need to talk, thank you rob wrote on Wednesday, January 23, 2008 (PST): just found an old roof high wheel think its a vp 75 anyone know anything about it or own one want to hear from you Rich wrote on Wednesday, January 30, 2008 (PST): I have a Roof Range Rider and looking for decals and the paint color for it. Stollers in Pontiac, Il no longer carries these. They have very few parts left as I just talked to them today. Would also be interested in a Palamino by Roof. Ralph wrote on Wednesday, January 30, 2008 (PST): IF ANYONE HAS A PALOMINO FOR SALE I'M VERY INTERESTED IN BUYING ONE...ANY CONDITION smileralph@aol.com OR CALL ME (210)415-5051 PLEASE LEAVE A MESSAGE- I'LL GO ANYWHERE Gary Arkebauer wrote on Monday, February 04, 2008 (PST): I have two Palominos and my hydro pump went bad. I replaced it now how do you get it to prime ? Also it came with a myers blade. I also bought the cab for it think it was last one still in box thanks trikerawky. jim wrote on Wednesday, February 06, 2008 (PST): hi gary , i would like to chat with you. please contact me thank you Rich wrote on Wednesday, February 06, 2008 (PST): Does anyone know the paint color for the Palamino or Range Rider? It looks to me to be a red/orange color. Please e-mail me at gcords@sbcglobal.net with any information on the color or Palamino for sale. Thanks Donavon wrote on Thursday, February 07, 2008 (PST): Just about to buy a restore roof palomino.. will have 60 inch mower dek to sell.. Donavon wrote on Thursday, February 07, 2008 (PST): IH red works to repaint a palomino.. closest to factory you will find Dave Gibson wrote on Friday, February 08, 2008 (PST): 5 manuals for sale on e-bay palomino 60 model with buy it now for 25 each. jim wrote on Saturday, February 09, 2008 (PST): would like to purchase a palimino, contact me at 2 wiseguys@brightnet.com Duval Clement wrote on Saturday, March 15, 2008 (PDT): My name is duval clement i also have a roof mower it is a 1959 all origanal and i also have the origanal owners manuel you are the only other person that i know of that has one of these mike carey wrote on Wednesday, March 19, 2008 (PDT): 3-19-08 yes i am looking for roof palomino if anyone knows of any for sale i have one already its only parts and not all there.thanks for your time mike carey wrote on Wednesday, March 19, 2008 (PDT): 3-19-08 yes i am looking for roof palomino if anyone knows of any for sale i have one already its only parts and not all there.thanks for your time mpjcarey@hotmail.com printz bolin wrote on Monday, March 24, 2008 (PDT): just wanted to let you know, there is one for sale on Ebay right now Clem Johnson wrote on Wednesday, March 26, 2008 (PDT): The auction # to the Palomino on E-bay is, 250228991595. It looks like a real good find. Very nice shape, complete with mower, Full operating condition, Manuals & tons of NEW NOS parts!! I think you could search a long time & NEVER find a nicer or more complete one. Gary Arkebauer wrote on Sunday, March 30, 2008 (PDT): would like to have someone contact me about geting hyd. pump to prime. Replaced pump no way to fill with fluid, trikerawky@hotmail.com james wrote on Friday, April 04, 2008 (PDT): does not sound to bad if it is in desent shape. contact me whatever you decide, thanks jame wrote on Saturday, April 05, 2008 (PDT): sorry , my e-mail address is haus@tds.net. thank you james joedirt wrote on Tuesday, April 08, 2008 (PDT): if anyone out there want to part with a palomino mower PLEASE give me a call 703-930-2319 or 540-533-4481 Les wrote on Friday, April 18, 2008 (PDT): Looking to BUY a Roof Palomino to add to my collection. I have cash and am ready to buy. If you have one or know of one for sale you can contact me at lsheesley at mchsi dot com. Thanks Les j d weisenburger wrote on Sunday, April 20, 2008 (PDT): hey lsheesley@mchsi.com I tried it and they say it is fatal what ever error how can i get a hold of you ! Jim Weisenburger haus@tds.net hope to hear from you lsheesley@mchsi.comj please Bud One wrote on Thursday, May 01, 2008 (PDT): Looking for rear axle seals fore a Palamino. Warren Sjoberg wrote on Tuesday, June 24, 2008 (PDT): I have a three-wheeled Roof riding mower that I use all the time. A neat fast machine that can snake arond corners and turn on a dime. It's probably the last model that Roof made, in the rider-mowers. The only problem is with the friction drive rubber disc, that wears out too fast. I replace it with rubber of my own, so not an expense item... only the work. Great little mower actually, and about 7 or 8 hp. Brenda Mann wrote on Wednesday, July 16, 2008 (PDT): I was reading an aticle in Yesterday's Tractor Co. from a Jerry Weber about his family starting up the Roof Palamino and I would like to know how to contact this man. Any info would be greatly appreciated. Thank you, Brenda Mann My email address is, brenda_mann_30@comcast.net Donavon wrote on Friday, July 18, 2008 (PDT): Finally got my Roof! Fully restored ! I have everything it came with when new. Deck needs bearings, but I will never use it anyway. Surrey top needs cleaned. Pictures will follow. Donavon wrote on Friday, July 18, 2008 (PDT): rear axle seals from CASE will work jake wrote on Monday, July 21, 2008 (PDT): were can i get a driver side rear axle hub for my roof palimino larry beener wrote on Wednesday, August 13, 2008 (PDT): I have a Roof self propelled walk behind mower Mod.#VP75 does anyone have info on this unit? Thanks jim wrote on Tuesday, August 19, 2008 (PDT): what kind of parts are you needing? maybe i can help you. 419 594 3304 call before noon Jim Harvey wrote on Tuesday, September 02, 2008 (PDT): Sure enjoyed the pictures of the Palamino. I ran across the article while searching for spindle bearings for another Roof mower which I rescued from the clutches of the local landfill. Model number is 542150. It is a high wheeled manually propelled mower with a belt driven blade. The blade spindle bearings are shot. Anybody know of a parts diagram, part numbers, or bearing dimensions for this little beauty? Stroller's Int. apparently no longer stocks Roof Mfg parts. jharvey7@yahoo.com ammonia hammer wrote on Wednesday, September 10, 2008 (PDT): Bud one. your rear axle part # is a Timken 481792 100127534. 1.125 X 2.125 X 0.250 zane wrote on Wednesday, September 10, 2008 (PDT): Jim what is your E-mail address, I am looking for a roof 60 , must have the deck with it. does anyone have a good deck they want to get rid of. hamptonz@kochind.com hampton wrote on Wednesday, September 10, 2008 (PDT): I have heard that they made the palaminos and 60s in various versions. the only one I know of is a 20 HP kohler with a Hi, Lo peerless hydro rear end / transmission. What other options did they have. and electric PTO. hamptonz@kochind.com Kim wrote on Wednesday, September 10, 2008 (PDT): Loved seeing the Roof tractor. I remember seeing one at a local mower shop. It was in the back and they wanted around 500.00 for it. This was in the early 70's and it wasn't in real good shape. But, I loved the looks of it. Unfortunately, I couldn't afford it. I was still in college at the time. I was in that same mower shop yesterday buying a part for my old wheel horse tractor and thought of the Roof tractor I liked so much. Do you know how many were built??? Or how I could go about finding one....? Kim Thomas wrote on Thursday, September 18, 2008 (PDT): can any one tell me where to find parts for a roof lariat 2 riding mower or an owners manual? service manual. thanks for any help u can offer, i do understand roof mfg is out of bussiness but was not sure if other parts will inner change with this mower Thomas wrote on Thursday, September 18, 2008 (PDT): i need parts , or information on what will innerchange with the parst for a roof lariat 2 riding mower , i have one that runs and cuts like a top but want to find out how to getparts for it before it needs them , thanks for any help you can offer about the mower and about roof mfg. contact me at tbonenseffner@aol.com thanks again Frank Paasch wrote on Monday, October 13, 2008 (PDT): One of the members of Cool Springs Power Museum in Cool Springs Pa. has one...I saw it about 3 years ago. diana wrote on Saturday, October 25, 2008 (PDT): My father-in-law has a Roof Ramrod Groundskeeper it's a vacuum,shredder,blower chipper etc. He needs a replacement bag anyone know where to find one? Thanks diana wrote on Saturday, October 25, 2008 (PDT): My father-in-law has a Roof Ramrod Groundskeeper it's a vacuum,shredder,blower chipper etc. He needs a replacement bag anyone know where to find one? Thanks diana wrote on Saturday, October 25, 2008 (PDT): My father-in-law has a Roof Ramrod Groundskeeper it's a vacuum,shredder,blower chipper etc. He needs a replacement bag anyone know where to find one? Thanks jim wrote on Friday, November 14, 2008 (PST): e-mail me i have some info that might be helpful jim wrote on Friday, November 14, 2008 (PST): sorry my e-ail adress did not apear. its is haus@t.d.s.net john wrote on Sunday, November 16, 2008 (PST): does anyone know how to find out what year and how many of the palamino was actually made during the years of m.f.g Forrest Hazlett wrote on Monday, January 12, 2009 (PST): Lester I have a roof palomino also but i need some of the sheet metal from the motor if you could give me a call at 757-406-9367 thanks. jake wrote on Saturday, January 17, 2009 (PST): i have one of these roof tractors and weve beenusing it for at least 15 years and the drivers side hub broke and we have hand no luck finging one so if anyone has an idea of where i can get one please comment back Terry wrote on Sunday, January 25, 2009 (PST): I have a Roof Ranger 3-wheel rider that I would like to get rid of. It was bought new in NC and I brought it to Ohio to restore it but physically I am not able. It has a vert shaft 5hp Briggs and missing the seat,manual avail bradley wrote on Monday, January 26, 2009 (PST): Looking for a replacement bag for my Roof Groundskeeper lawn leaf vaccum Bill Howard wrote on Saturday, January 31, 2009 (PST): I would like to buy a Roof Top Palimino, please let me know howardnsons@aol.com Lester wrote on Saturday, January 31, 2009 (PST): I am looking to add a snow blade to either my Palomino or my Model 60 but have never seen one to know what it was built like , how it attached or how it was raised and lowered. If anyone has one I would sure like to see some photos and descriptions/dimensions of it. Of course if anyone has one for sale I would be interested in it also. Thank You in advance for any help john wrote on Monday, March 02, 2009 (PST): rhode island craigs list farm and garden roof 60 4 sale 250 I just saw the add is the roof 60 4wd and how is the gearing this 1 is hydrostat and has no engine allways interested in old unique tractors good luck xxxx wrote on Saturday, March 14, 2009 (PDT): hi donald email me haus@t.d.s.net mike carey wrote on Tuesday, March 17, 2009 (PDT): HI; guys just looking for a palomino if any one knows one for sale please call me. THANKS MIKE !!716-864-1854 TIM .O wrote on Thursday, April 02, 2009 (PDT): april 2009 I HAVE ONE OF JEEP MODELS AND 4 OF THE SAME BUT WITHOUT THE JEEP BODY. I STILL USE THEM ON MY FARM. I HAVE ALL MANUALS TOO. WOULD LIKE TO FIND SOME FOR PARTS TIM .O wrote on Thursday, April 02, 2009 (PDT): april 2009 I HAVE ONE OF JEEP MODELS AND 4 OF THE SAME BUT WITHOUT THE JEEP BODY. I STILL USE THEM ON MY FARM. I HAVE ALL MANUALS TOO. WOULD LIKE TO FIND SOME FOR PARTS EMAIL tjbobcat@gmail jason lindsey wrote on Thursday, April 02, 2009 (PDT): I also have a 60 and it is the best thing on the earth. I work at tri county lawn and tractor, and I have all the info on these mowers. I have parts list and color pics of all the roof line mowers George Buening wrote on Friday, April 17, 2009 (PDT): Donavan, do you still have your mower deck? I need center spindle. I have a 60 that I might sell.My e-mail is gdbng9@frontiernet.net Donavon wrote on Tuesday, April 21, 2009 (PDT): I need advice on fuel system problems on my palomino k482 kohler engine is there an eletric fuel pump available for low pressure low volume I know of one roof palomino that has electric fuel pump but I have not had luck finding one. Dennis wrote on Wednesday, April 29, 2009 (PDT): Terry, I would like to speak with you about the Roof Ranger you have. Please call me @ 630-624-7110 a.s.a.p.!!!! thanks jim wrote on Thursday, April 30, 2009 (PDT): donavon know you can buy a low pressure electric fuel pump at auto zone. can i buy your old machanical pump i need one Donavon wrote on Wednesday, July 01, 2009 (PDT): I have a 5ft. 609 or palomino deck I would like to sell. This is a complete deck with hardware. it still has the old belts on it. email me at dnholder@hotmail.com Donavon wrote on Wednesday, July 01, 2009 (PDT): That was supposed to say 60 or palomino deck. Donavon wrote on Sunday, July 26, 2009 (PDT): I have pictures now, if I only knew how to post them Donavon wrote on Monday, July 27, 2009 (PDT): I have a picture up in the community album.. Roof with a roof. Donavon wrote on Monday, July 27, 2009 (PDT): I decided that my Palomino needs to stay complete. Mower deck is NOT for sale, it's going back in the barn. Now I am looking for the door frames for the surrey top. James Bos wrote on Friday, August 14, 2009 (PDT): Steve, I grew up in Pontiac, Illinois, and my best friend in High School (and still is) was Lou Roof, who was the founder's son. The founder of the company, Earl Roof was a genius, and way ahead of his time. I spent many hours in my teens listening to Earl Roof, and watching him create his wonderful machines. I owned a Palamino for many years until a tree fell on it in a storm. Wish I still had it. James Mastin wrote on Monday, August 24, 2009 (PDT): I have a friend that has one and is in the process of restoring but is haveing a hard time putting the linkage back to gether for the transmission he has a ROOF palomino mode 60 and needs a photo ov the linkage so he can put it back to gether or a manuial for it.can you help he does not have a computer so i will be his gobetween. thanks Jim isaac ilnicki wrote on Thursday, August 27, 2009 (PDT): cool pics, my father is selling a 1964 roof palomino but he doesnt have the mower deck for it like yours has. you can find it on craigslist in western mass. in the cars and trucks section. Jim Stewart wrote on Thursday, August 27, 2009 (PDT): I have Roof Palomino #226 For Sale you will have to look a long time to find one nicer. It is complete mower deck and everything. JIm Stewart Rushville,Indiana 765-561-1968 covan3 wrote on Tuesday, September 08, 2009 (PDT): I am trying to find information on something a old friend had laying out back. it appears to be a little 2 wheel pull behind that you ride on behind a mower. It has a decal that say ROOF MANUFACTURING Co. pontiac ill. it is red with a white seat and white spoke wheels. I can send pics if needed, any info would be great Darrell Hutchens wrote on Thursday, September 10, 2009 (PDT): I am looking for a Roof Mower Power Transfer Tire Assy. I think it's part #828. I have a Ranger walk behind mower that I purchased in 1986 and it's been one heck of a mower that I really enjoy. But with time the parts are getting hard to find. If I had power transfer wheel I think it would mow for another few years. Thanks. 704-996-0064-cell.I will pay TOP dollar for this part. Jack Ryerson wrote on Sunday, September 13, 2009 (PDT): Hello Steve, I can't seem to find your direct e-mail so hopefully this will get to you. I have a Roof 60 and am trying to find some parts. If you would please reply so we can talk. Thank you, Jack David Pennington wrote on Wednesday, September 16, 2009 (PDT): What a surprise to stumble on this Palamino website and CONGRATS to those who have contributed. I didn't know it at the time around 1968, I believe, that I was to played a part of Palimino history. I worked on the very first start up assembly of the Pal's. It wasn't even an assembline line at all - all hand assembled by a small team, one unit at a time, starting with the chassis, frame, wiring, trans, engine including the popular decals! I was indeed the decal man - but I don't recall how many we produced starting that summer. I remember the engine was a 18HP? Koehler with a hydrostat transmission and it was a solid one. I've been away from my home town for decades, but my father originally was a farmer neighbor with Earl Roof, the founder, and remember Lowell Sidfrids the original design engineer on the Pal's, along with John Brue, Rusty and others. Doesn't surprize me about the longevity either. It was fun to be a part of another example of great American & farmer engineering! Would be interested in seeing any pics. Would be great to have a national Palamino reunion, maybe at the time of the Threshermans reunion in Pontiac, Ill. Stephen Jones wrote on Sunday, September 20, 2009 (PDT): I just picked up a Roof 60 complete & in decent shape, but with a tired Kohler K482 I'll need to replace or rebuild. Would like to know more about the transaxle for serviceing. I'm guessing Stollers no longer carries tha manuals? Also would like to see pics of other Roof 60ies so I can determin if all my sheet metal is correct. Thanks, Stephen tickrollerman2001@yahoo.com Les wrote on Friday, October 02, 2009 (PDT): I have found the need to part with a couple of my Jeep Mowers and have listed them on craigslist in Des Moines IA I also have a Roof 60 with deck that I will need to part with too I am guessing but have not list it. Take a look as one of them is not a Palomino but the Struck Mini Beep...quite unique also and much more difficult to get. Thanks All Donavon wrote on Wednesday, October 07, 2009 (PDT): Les,the roof 60 uses the same mower deck as the Palomino, 60 inches. The palomino was a 60 with sheetmetel body attached. mini-beeps were (are) cool little bend in the middle jeepie Jackson Holland wrote on Monday, October 12, 2009 (PDT): I like your jeep mower.If its for sale I'm interested. 618 465 7852 ,or e-mail me. I'm in Alton ,Il. Did'nt get your location. Good day, Jack Jackson Holland wrote on Monday, October 12, 2009 (PDT): After reading comments I had to jump back in again If any one knows of one of these mowers for sale let me know.If the distant is'nt to great I like to see one. I have a collection of Heald Super Trykes-8 to be correct.Maybe we could do some trading,swapping ,or what ever it takes to close a deal. 618 465 7852, e-mail jsholland@sbcglobal.net Hope to hear from someone soon. Keep collecting, Jack mike carey wrote on Wednesday, October 14, 2009 (PDT): I saw a mini beep and a roof for sale on jeep forum.com listed 10-2-09 donavon wrote on Thursday, October 22, 2009 (PDT): I may have found the doors for my palamino The guy has to dig them out of the back of his shed, and with him being a WWII vet with one l leg I guess I won't rush him. Larry Cobado wrote on Saturday, October 24, 2009 (PDT): Hello, I am looking for a Roof Palomino mower - I have always loved the design and am looking for one. Please e-mail me if you have one and are interested in selling. I also would like to mention that I live in Hamburg, NY and if there is anyone locally that has one I'd like to hook up and photograph it for making parts. We could collaborate on restoral efforts or just have a few beers. Looking tpo hear from someone soon. Thanks, Larry Jason wrote on Monday, October 26, 2009 (PDT): I recently inherited a ROOF Palamino mower in very good condition has the mower deck on it. I live in Dolgeville,NY Les wrote on Tuesday, October 27, 2009 (PDT): Larry Cobado, you didn't leave your email Jason wrote on Tuesday, October 27, 2009 (PDT): Here is me email address jpc5806@frontiernet.net email me with any question on my roof. also have manual for roof Wesley wrote on Friday, October 30, 2009 (PDT): I was wondering if anyone has any information on a 1960's twister tractor 4x4 made by bruce manufacturing in winconsin. My e-mail is pjs121065@peoplepc.com. I would appreciate any information. Thanks Wesley Jamie Walters wrote on Monday, November 16, 2009 (PST): I just wanted to thank everyone who sent me pictures, measurements, and layouts of most of the Roof Palomino decals. I now have them all digitized, ready to cut in flat white vinyl for anyone who would like to have replacement decals. Thanks again... Iceworks 419-782-0744 JERRY wrote on Friday, November 27, 2009 (PST): HELLO ALL, I picked up a ROOF RAMROD (yard vac/ chipper shredder). id like to find info on it like an owners manual ect. i use is mostly as a walk behind blower. however everything is there. my problem is I need to remover the Tecumseh Engine for some maintenance ( a few casing bolts are loose) the blower housing is in the way and needs to be removed in order to get the engine off. how is teh impeller attached to the engines shaft? simple keyway ? or is it somehow screwed on ? any help would be appreciated. thank you Jerry darryle wrote on Thursday, December 03, 2009 (PST): hi yes I found one of these neat mowers 2 years ago in a guys farm yard I have been trying to buy it ever since, they are very neat and i love old jeeps I have 3 so I need this for my collection Darryle james wrote on Monday, December 07, 2009 (PST): iam in need of a clutch any condition for my roof palomino, it runs the mower deck. Joe wrote on Friday, January 08, 2010 (PST): I've owned a ROOF Model 60 mower for about 20 years, still looks & runs great. Everything in Very Good condition. Also have 2 spare wheels. ??? Interested ??? 330 365 0260 Joe wrote on Friday, January 08, 2010 (PST): Bearings on these original ROOF clutches are replaceable, the friction-type lining can be re-fabricated by a local brake/clutch relining shop. I had mine done over 12+ years ago w/no problems, and inexpensively. matt wrote on Monday, March 08, 2010 (PST): i have an old roof not in as good of condition as yours and i put a 1 cyl deisel motor on myn but the transmision and everything works on it if you need any parts someone stole the mower deck but has a 4 ft snow plow on it yo pulles anything ran it in the tractor pull and pulls a 24ft enclosed trailor around the yard and a 14ft dump trailor full of scrap its a tank Paul Brooks wrote on Tuesday, March 09, 2010 (PST): I purchased my Jeep Lawnmower in 1978 from a lawn service going out of business.I only gave 200.00 for it. But I had to replace the flywheel @ 200.00. I replaced the fuel pump with electric.I do painting & sandblasting for a living. So I have taken it all apart and sandblasted everything but the engine. I have been looking for someone who had one.A friend found this site. I took pictures of the decals so I could have them reproduced. I was hoping to find some orignals. No luck so for.I will post some pictures as soon as I get it back together. Thans for any information. Paul Brooks Sandy Ridge,NC Paul Brooks wrote on Tuesday, March 09, 2010 (PST): Jamie do you have the decals already cut. I sure need a set Let me know . My E-Mail is boss4293@msn.com thanks,Paul Rick wrote on Thursday, March 11, 2010 (PST): WANTED, Roof Palomino, preferably in or near Ohio. Call 330-289-4528 Evenings. xxx wrote on Tuesday, March 16, 2010 (PDT): i need the original clucth working or non working Nathan wrote on Wednesday, March 24, 2010 (PDT): I'm trying to get mine running in my automotive class in school. Quite a few years back Don wrote about one that the aledo fire dept had, I live in this town, and it is neat. A guy outside of town has a few, along with a couple 60's. I've also seen one in moline il mowing someones yard. Their fun as heck to drive that's for sure. We will never mow with ours I think. We are missing the part that mounts to the front to run the belt to the deck. Kind of a bummer. Nathan wrote on Friday, March 26, 2010 (PDT): Does anyone know where i can find the part that diverts the belt from the clutch to the deck. It's the only part i need for it to mow again. Any help would rock. My e-mail address is nathan33092@hotmail.com sherwood lassiter wrote on Sunday, April 18, 2010 (PDT): our grandson bought a roof ranger at an auction ser#11182. It has two big bicycle wheels on back. It is a three wheel,belt driven lawn mower with lever in front of the seat to raise deck. Would someone out there help us to identify what kind it is and if someone else has one. Mark wrote on Tuesday, April 20, 2010 (PDT): I think I can help on the Roof Ranger 3 wheel riding mower. My family was a Roof dealer and sold their mowers, from the high wheel fence row, brush cutter mowers from the mid 50's up through the 3 and 4 wheel riding mowers (late 70's early 80's). Yes, I still have and use one of the 3 wheel Rangers. Although my 43 year old Ranger is getting mighty tired after all those years. I also have a Dealer's parts manual with exploded view of most all the models, except for the Roof Palomino. I also have a color sales brochure from the late 70's with a picture of all the Roof models of that year, including Mr. Lassiter's mower. E-mail me at Burjowi@Aol.com for more info and I will try to help if I can. jerrell caskey wrote on Tuesday, May 04, 2010 (PDT): I just bought a Roof 60 and the only part i need is the universal shaft that mounts to the engine, i found this one in east texas and it's in very good shape, the left floor board was rotted out , other than that it is remarkable condition,... Carl wrote on Wednesday, May 05, 2010 (PDT): I have two of these mowers that i would like to sell. They havent been started in three years one ran when parked the other we used for parts. please email me at spartafireman@verizon.net or contact me at 618-534-0502. I live in Illinois 45 min from St Louis MO Dennis Coons wrote on Thursday, May 06, 2010 (PDT): I own a VP75. A farmer sold it to me, said it would go through anything and he was right on. I'm thinking of cutting away the front deck to expose the blade so as to cut brush but would be able to convert it back. jim wrote on Sunday, May 23, 2010 (PDT): i have a hood in epoxy primer no sraches or dents new, will trade for a stock any condition manual clutch for a roof palimino. or any info on where i can get one thank you. my e-mail is haus@t.d.s.net steve long wrote on Monday, May 24, 2010 (PDT): would like to purchase manuals for roof palamino mower.also will be needing parts.thanks steve long wrote on Monday, May 24, 2010 (PDT): would like to purchase manuals for roof palamino mower.also will be needing parts.thanks e-mail or call 2526422382 Larry Johnson wrote on Monday, June 28, 2010 (PDT): Hey, went to a car show in Charlestown, IN this past Saturday (6/26) and saw a Palamino that had been repainted O.D. Green with Army markings and was impressed with the idea and the mower. This gentleman runs a mower shop in New Albany, IN, and his name is Dave Richardson if I remember right. I had never seen one before, either, and he said it was red when he bought it. Did a super restoration on it, too. Neat mower! Larry J Bruce Griskait wrote on Saturday, July 10, 2010 (PDT): My husband has a Roof Ranger rider Model R3 with serial No. 469. Someone gave him this several years ago. He just hauled it out of the garage and would like to know if a manual or parts are available. Any info would be appreciated. Forrest wrote on Wednesday, July 21, 2010 (PDT): hi i have a roof palomino i have restored and i think it looks great i could send pic if you would thanks phone is 757-406-9367 Bradley Jacobson wrote on Saturday, July 24, 2010 (PDT): ROOF GROUNDSKEEPER EMAIL badfinger1_2000@yahoo.com call- (815)633-4086 Bradley Jacobson wrote on Saturday, July 24, 2010 (PDT): Some information for the people looking for the bag for the ROOF GROUNDSKEEPER LAWN VACUUM. I contacted Stoller's in Pontiac,Il and a guy told me he may still be able to get a replacement bag made for them but it wouldn't say ROOF on it. If you was able to get a plain replacement bag and wanted the name ROOF in the red letters on it you may be able to go to a graphics place and see if they can do it. Since ROOF went out of business I think it will be very tough to find an original one that is any good. I remember seeing a ROOF up in Rockford,IL at Hammer's Sales and Service and they had an old Billy Goat Bag on it. It will have to be the Goat bag that has the shoot up on top kinda like the ROOF. Another option may be the bag for a Parker Vac 35. They just won't be able to be split for easy dumping like the ROOF bag,but may work. Jim Stewart wrote on Thursday, August 26, 2010 (PDT): I have a Roof Ranger a Roof 60 and a Roof Chore cart for sell. Jim Stewart 765-561-1968 glenn gilliland wrote on Friday, August 27, 2010 (PDT): i am interested in purchasing a palomino with or w/o deck preferably complete.will pay finders fee..419-586-6238...or..cowboy4581@yahoo.com Dave Walter wrote on Friday, September 17, 2010 (PDT): I've been doing mower repairs for nearly 40 years. I've seen several of these. The ones I'm used to had a Kohler K582 engine and an Eaton hydrostatic transmission. These were used commercially by the city park department. They were eventually replaced and retired to scrap. Very heavy duty and they did a very good job of cutting. Do yourself a favor. Keep it fixed up as long as possible. There's nothing made like it today. Justin wrote on Tuesday, September 21, 2010 (PDT): there is one of these up for sale on craigslist right now. Its in IL in the quad cities, under barter kevin millage wrote on Friday, October 01, 2010 (PDT): I have a really nice one and wanted to send a couple photos. Jason wrote on Tuesday, October 19, 2010 (PDT): There is a nice one for sale in milwaukee in craigslist look up roof palomino or email me for details jsnradish@yahoo.com thanks Jason Mike Herrmann wrote on Sunday, October 24, 2010 (PDT): I have a excellent all original uncut palomino I may part with. It had one seat cover replaced. Mower deck is on the tractor. Parts catalog 2 manuels some other paperwork. Cannot imagine a better original unrestored palomino out there. Not cheap Mike Herrmann wrote on Sunday, October 24, 2010 (PDT): Email earthtek13@yahoo.com PH# 309-314-6450 Terry Pence wrote on Thursday, November 25, 2010 (PST): I would like to find a roof Palimino for sale. I would like one tha needs some work. Doesnt have to run or even look good i am able to work on small engines. Please email me if you have any referances on where to find one Terry Pence wrote on Thursday, November 25, 2010 (PST): my email is tpence@rcso-va.com lester wrote on Tuesday, November 30, 2010 (PST): Iam looking for a roof palamino garden tractor (jeep) if any one knows of any for sale.417 321-0454 in mo. Bud wrote on Thursday, March 17, 2011 (PDT): Have a Roof Palomino for sale.Frame off rebuild.New tires,seat,paint.Have mower parts. Bud wrote on Thursday, March 17, 2011 (PDT): Senior moment, forgot phone# 716-532-9560 Bud Lutz wrote on Wednesday, March 23, 2011 (PDT): I have just picked up a Roof jeep style mower at a garage sale the body is in good shape with no rust . it looks to be all there. But it is not running. I am looking for a manual The model is 95018 Please e mail me if you can help budlutz16@comcast.net jim wrote on Friday, March 25, 2011 (PDT): looking for clutch for my roof palomino Jan Byrd wrote on Sunday, April 03, 2011 (PDT): I'm looking for a nice Palomino mower, drop me an e-mail and we can talk. jan@byrdsbody.com dennis kohlmeier wrote on Sunday, April 17, 2011 (PDT): I have a roof lawn tractor, would like to find a deck, or a jeep body for it, e-mail me thanks. jim wrote on Tuesday, April 19, 2011 (PDT): i would like to trade a new hood in primer that goes to a roof palomino , for a clutch or a canopy top for the palomino. my e-mail is haus@tds.net Matthew Bounds wrote on Friday, May 06, 2011 (PDT): This has to be what I just bought from a guy down the street from me. It doesn't have a body on it but he he said that it did have one and it looked like a small jeep. I plan on trying to restore it so any info you have would be appreciated. Jim wrote on Thursday, May 26, 2011 (PDT): I am repairing Model 60, I need the 3 sheave pulley that goes on the center blade spindal. steve wrote on Wednesday, August 03, 2011 (PDT): have a palamino,no deck,needs total resto,what is it worth?,may sell or part out. Rick wrote on Friday, August 05, 2011 (PDT): Steve, do you have a phone number or E-mail address I can contact about the Palomino? Thanks. steve wrote on Wednesday, August 10, 2011 (PDT): rick,call 252-642-2382,about my palamino,thanks steve. Tom Overmyer wrote on Tuesday, August 23, 2011 (PDT): I need a mower clutch for Roof mower if anyone knows where I could buy please let me know. Tinker wrote on Saturday, September 17, 2011 (PDT): I recently purchased what I thought was going to be A roof Jeep. When it was delivered while I was out of town.......it seems to resemble a model 60. However, it has a hood. There are no serial numbers that I can see and it has a large Kohler twin cylinder engine. Can anyone help me identify it. Any help would be appreciated. John young wrote on Wednesday, September 28, 2011 (PDT): A friend of mine was just given a 68 palomino tractor. We just found out was it was on your page. My friend is looking for all the info he can get on it. He is thrilled to have this thing and to fix it up a bit. All The pictures and info u have will be greatly appreciated. Thank you Jim Himes wrote on Thursday, October 13, 2011 (PDT): it's too bad some factory doesn't borrow that thing from you and copy it. if it's that old and the company has been closed a long time surely the patent is expired on it by now and they could make another one like it. I think that is the coolest thing i think i have ever seen as far as lawn mowers go. vj devaul wrote on Wednesday, October 26, 2011 (PDT): dont ever sell this restore it i have a roof yard vacuum that im restoring jan@byrdsbody.com wrote on Friday, December 02, 2011 (PST): I am looking to purchase a Roof Palomino mower. Top price offered for the right machine. Jan 618-443-8835 Eric wrote on Sunday, December 04, 2011 (PST): Have a roof palomino, that I would like to sell. Has been sitting outside for a few years, has a v twin engine. Jan Byrd wrote on Monday, December 05, 2011 (PST): Give me a call if you want cell your Palomino mower. 618-443-8835. Jan Steve K wrote on Monday, March 26, 2012 (PDT): I have 2 Roof Palomino Jeep tractors. One is restored and complete but no mower deck. The other is complete with mower. Both are in excellant condition and running when parked 2 years ago. I may have to sell them in the near future and wanted to see If anyone was interested if that time comes. I can send pictures on my cell phone. You can send any questions to my E-mail pollishcowboy@aol.com Charles wrote on Sunday, April 29, 2012 (PDT): I have 2 Roof Mowers that are complete with original engines and mower decks. They both say Roof 60 on the rear but one has a hood like the palomino and one does not. One was running when parked a few years ago and the other was in the process of the engine being removed but it is still sitting in it. I have not the time or place to work on restoring them and would like to sell them both if anyone is interested. Northern Indiana. Contact me for pictures @ digrrr1@aol.com Geneva Beck wrote on Saturday, May 12, 2012 (PDT): We have have a roof mower and the 60 to do you know anything about them glenn gilliland wrote on Saturday, July 14, 2012 (PDT): I am still looking for a Palomino to purchase.Would consider a good model 60.call 419 586 6238 or email cowboy 4581 @yahoo.com donavon wrote on Sunday, July 22, 2012 (PDT): I am looking for doors for my roof palomino.. the guy I got it from says he has them but never comes up with them donavon wrote on Sunday, July 22, 2012 (PDT): Charles..where at in northern IN cheryl hunnicutt wrote on Sunday, July 22, 2012 (PDT): my friend robert and i found one of these unsusal lawn tractors and are interested in any info about it.ours even has a plow with it. steve wrote on Sunday, July 29, 2012 (PDT): i have one in garage,getting ready to redo it,no deck,everything else there,how many left in the world?,what's it worth?thanks,steve long from sunbury,nc. Bobby J Clark wrote on Tuesday, August 07, 2012 (PDT): We have four of the roof rangers,best mower i ever had in my hands still use three of them,but hard to find cluch drive tires an parts.ther was a place in Roan mt NC called Roan mt Farm & Garden was the last parts I bought.There were a lot of roof mowers in that part of the country they used them to mow those big apple an peach orchards those folk knew a lot about roof mowers, might need to talk to them about parts,love that palimino. Gordon Dallas wrote on Tuesday, August 14, 2012 (PDT): Is anyone compiling a list of Roof Palomino and 60 owners with serial numbers and email addresses? I have two Palominos and would like to talk with other owners. thanks, Gordon matt wrote on Wednesday, August 22, 2012 (PDT): i have a roof it doesnt look anything like the pics but i put a 5 hp diesel on myn and it pulls my 18ft dump trailor with 8000 pounds in the back no problem judi wrote on Thursday, September 06, 2012 (PDT): my son has a roof rider mower from 1959 it is in great shape everything works on it.can anyone tell us more about it.thank you William Price wrote on Tuesday, September 11, 2012 (PDT): Hi, If anyone has or know someone who has a roof palomino or roof 60 for sale please let me know. Contact by e-mail weplap@yahoo.com or cell #252-217-6395. Preferably near North Carolina. Thanks so much. Adam Smith wrote on Thursday, September 27, 2012 (PDT): I have an unknown year roof Palimino with a rebuilt kohler motor on it I do not have all the part someone robbed the rear end and transmission It has the body the motor and front suspension no mower deck or rear end the seats are missing its been primed and stored in my garage have too many projects I paid 1200 and put 400 into it but had other projects needing done first. 765 356 6876 adam travis hawley wrote on Monday, October 01, 2012 (PDT): Im looking to buy a roof palomino somewhere close to Oklahoma you can call me at 580-886-4544 or email me with pics at travisahawley@yahoo.com thanks Jack Roberts wrote on Saturday, October 13, 2012 (PDT): I have what I think is a Roof Palamino.. I have posted it in the photo ads for all to see. This machine does run and drive... It does NOT have the rear box.... There are just too many things to list..l I do have a ton of pictures, I could send them to you if anyone is interested... Please feel free to email me (roberts3300@msn.com) and I can send you my number... I'm asking 2500 obo... I need room in my shop and this needs to be gone.... jack roberts wrote on Monday, October 15, 2012 (PDT): Well, I've found out that what I have is NOT a palamino but a Roof 60 with a hood.. I do appreciate the folks that corrected me.. I did edit my photo ad...So thank you for the info I received via email today...It is still for sale but with an updated price.. Jerry wrote on Tuesday, October 23, 2012 (PDT): I have a Palomina For Sale rebuilt motor, New driveshaft,New rin & tiers, New gas tank, mower deck rebuilt bear & new blade & shaft, Belts. 815-441-7751 m42duster@gmail.com Illinois Bill wrote on Saturday, November 10, 2012 (PST): I have a roof Palamino.An early one serial#197 and a Roof 60 with the mower deck serial#2401.I need the dementions for the gas tank and does anybody know what the steering box is out of?? I was going to make a Palamino out of the 60 but time isn't going to alow that. Please email me at checkerthree@yahoo.com Jason wrote on Tuesday, November 13, 2012 (PST): That is very nice. I got one that is fixed up like the army jeep in the tv show MASH. it even has a windshild and fuel can with spare tire. they are really cool. i am actually looking to sell mine. Jason wrote on Tuesday, November 13, 2012 (PST): If interested email Thomanssmall@aol.com or call 717-324-4448 steve long wrote on Wednesday, January 16, 2013 (PST): does anybody know how many palomino mowers are still around?i have a 1968 that needs total resto,no deck,i'm thinking of selling, but but not sure what its worth,thanks steve,steve465@hotmail.com. William Price wrote on Saturday, January 26, 2013 (PST): Hi, I am looking for a Roof 60 or Palomino deck with mounting attachments preferably near North Carolina. Please contact by e-mail weplap@yahoo.com or cell # 252-217-6395. Thanks so much. eric wrote on Wednesday, February 27, 2013 (PST): I have a roof palamino that is in overall very good shape,,,i have the mower deck and the snow plow. Just looking for a few misc. parts like the plastic tank for the hyd.oil and points cover. the serial # is 219 Jim wrote on Saturday, March 23, 2013 (PDT): Have a real nice Roof Palomino for sale complete with mower deck 5700 obo 765-561-1968 Jim located in Indiana Michael P Carey wrote on Sunday, April 07, 2013 (PDT): Yes I have a roof Palomino I am looking for parts and or a new palomino please let me know what is out there thank you Mike 716-864-1854 thanks . jim wrote on Sunday, April 21, 2013 (PDT): does anyone have a correct snow plow and a top cover for winter plowing for the roof palimino Gordon Dallas wrote on Wednesday, May 29, 2013 (PDT): Does anyone know of a parts/repair manual for the Sundstrand 90 series hydra gear transmission used on a Roof Palomino? I need something in more detail than the standard Roof Palomino manual which is not very specific. Thanks. Dennis Tilton wrote on Monday, June 03, 2013 (PDT): Need starter for pal.roof 207-547-3525 Donavon wrote on Thursday, July 04, 2013 (PDT): Just checking back in. I need some info on Palominos production before #100 I have leaks in the transmission. Not real bad, just marks it's territory. Also looking for all decals. Michael carey wrote on Sunday, July 21, 2013 (PDT): I just picked up a roof 60 now I still need a transmission for my palomino if any body knows of one let me know thanks mike.716-864-1854 william march wrote on Monday, July 22, 2013 (PDT): We have a 1968 roof palimno with the mower deck runs and drives great has baby moon hub caps still all origanl 5500 obo (716) 984-4529 clay hawley wrote on Tuesday, August 06, 2013 (PDT): Does anyone know of any groups in yahoo that are about roof palomino lawnmowers they look like little jeeps. Does any have one of these lawnmowers that look like little jeeps for sale around wisconsin or other states that are connected to wis. Thank you clay Hawley 715-333-2634 Donavon wrote on Sunday, September 01, 2013 (PDT): just checking in Donavon wrote on Sunday, September 01, 2013 (PDT): Steering for small diameter column was probably junk yard mopar parts. Dodge, Desoto, Plymouth, after that the larger diameter were made for roof company. Gordon wrote on Tuesday, September 03, 2013 (PDT): I have listed a Roof Palomino---Militarized like a Jeep--restored and rebuilt on the Mansfield OH Craigs List. Nicely done. 7200. OBO. 419-281-1403 Gordon NO scammers. Richard Heil wrote on Thursday, September 12, 2013 (PDT): Could you give me dimensions of the Roof? How wide and long is the body? What size tires? Dimension of the grill. Rear box size. That sort of info. I think I can build a copy with an old tractor and lots of plywood. Won't be strong but will look close, I think. Thanks Richard Gordon Dallas wrote on Friday, September 20, 2013 (PDT): The Roof Palomino Jeep above has a new price, 6500. OBO. It needs to go to make room for another project. This Palo is about as nice as it gets! Thanks. 419-281-1403. Kenny Reichert wrote on Monday, November 04, 2013 (PST): Do you know if there are any out there and for sale Gordon Dallas wrote on Sunday, November 24, 2013 (PST): Just a note that my Roof Palomino, rebuilt and with military grille, markings and paint is on the Mansfield OH craig list. Gordon Dave Sullivan wrote on Wednesday, April 09, 2014 (PDT): I am from Pontiac Illinois where the Roof Palomino Mowers were designed and built. We have formed a small group to enhance ownership of the mowers and document the history of the Roof mowers. Our group is growing and we invite everyone interested in the restoration or history of the company to contact us so you can be included in our e-mail mailing list. I have a Palomino and several 60 mowers that I purchased last year. Earl Roof and his Company built a great group of mowers and the Roof 60 became a wonderful mower that many schools and parks departments used for many years. Dave Sullivan sully.firebird@gmail.com or sully_4@hotmail.com Steve Nelson (Article Contributor) wrote on Friday, April 11, 2014 (PDT): Hi guys! It's been a while since I checked in on the comment section. I'm always amazed at the responses that still keep coming in. My Roof is now in the capable hands of my son-in-law, and it was driven in a small town 4th of July parade in Indiana last summer. So it's still drawing plenty of attention. Thanks to Dave Sullivan whose comment is just above this one. The Roof lawn tractor and Palomino won't fade away! My father-in-law still has one of the original high wheel mowers. That thing is a beast and works great for clearing brush! Cheers everybody and check out Dave's newsletter and join his collector's club! G. Dallas wrote on Monday, May 05, 2014 (PDT): Roof Palomino--militarized paint, etc on Mansfield OH Craigs. Dennis wrote on Monday, July 07, 2014 (PDT): I do not know how old this article is. Are you really interested in a Roof? I have one 1967 partially restored in my machine shed. I grew up mowing with it, If still interested I could take a photo and send. It is one tough mower. Donavon wrote on Friday, July 18, 2014 (PDT): Looking for decals for Palomino e-mail dnholder1@hotmail.com Dave sullivan wrote on Friday, July 18, 2014 (PDT): Dennis email me at .sully.firebird@gmail.com about your mower that may be for sale. Or call Dave 815.579.0026 Gordon wrote on Thursday, August 07, 2014 (PDT): Roof Palomino for sale Mansfield OH craigs list. William Price wrote on Friday, September 05, 2014 (PDT): Hi, I am looking for a Roof 60 or Palomino deck with mounting attachments preferably near North Carolina. Please contact by e-mail weplap@yahoo.com or cell # 252-217-6395. Thanks so much. TERRY WEATHERSPOON wrote on Wednesday, November 12, 2014 (PST): WOW I SURE WOULD LIKE TO KNOW MORE ABOUT THIS LITTLE JEEP..I WISH SOME ONE WOULD CONTACT ME AT MY ELMAIL ADDRESS ..I HAVE SOME QUESTIONS...WOULD LOVE TO MAKE ONE ....THANKS FOR THE ARTICAL..REAL COOL.... james wrote on Monday, February 02, 2015 (PST): would like to locate a top or canopy for my roof palomino mower NIK O. wrote on Thursday, February 05, 2015 (PST): 1968 VW BEETLE WUZ 1800.00, PLUS 50 FOR RADIO...PAID CASH SAVED UP IN VIET NAM BE BLESSED, GRATEFUL, PREPARED, NIK 44 J.D. D Carol Koslowskhy wrote on Monday, May 04, 2015 (PDT): We have a Lariet 30 Riding lawn mower for parts. It is made by Roof Manufacturing Company. Do you think anyone would want any parts from it. Been sitting for years and may not be worthwhile except to scrap. Dave Sullivan wrote on Monday, May 04, 2015 (PDT): Carol Our club would like to have your old Parts Mower. We are based In Pontiac Illinois where Earl Roof and his Company built all the Roof mowers. We are a historical base group hoping to keep the history of the Company alive. We have a little club called the Roof Riders and we mostly are in treated in the Palomino and 60 series mowers. But we are trying to keep all Roof mowers from being crushed. This has been a great site to connect with other mowers owners. Please call or email me if you have mowers or parts for Roof mowers. My email is sully.firebird@gmail.com or call 815.579.0026. We do not want these mowers crushed.... Richard Catt wrote on Thursday, May 21, 2015 (PDT): Roof Palomino Later Model For Sale, No Mower Deck, ran a few years ago, needs battery. 2500/OBO 765.621.1446 Donavon wrote on Saturday, June 20, 2015 (PDT): My palomino is like as not coming up for sale. Early model that runs and drives, has mower deck, and the sunshade top. Richard Catt wrote on Tuesday, August 04, 2015 (PDT): Update on Roof Palomino, pics. available, email mrkatz1@comcast.net Donavon wrote on Monday, August 10, 2015 (PDT): Just got mine up and running good.. All new fuel lines, filter and pump. Dave Sullivan wrote on Saturday, August 15, 2015 (PDT): On Friday September 4th at 1,00PM the Roof Riders Club will meet and display several 60s and Palominos mowers at the Thershermens Reunion in Pontiac Illinois. It should be fun we will have several mowers there to display. For more info email Dave Sullivan at sully.palomino@gmail.com or sully.firebird@gmail.com or call me at 815.579.0026. Efrain Trujillo wrote on Thursday, February 18, 2016 (PST): Love your Story. Love your Palomino. I collect antique lawn mower tractors. I have been looking to buy a Roof Palomino for years, maybe more than a decade. No one on sale. Cant imagine the unaffordable price when I find it. Dan wrote on Thursday, May 05, 2016 (PDT): I have a roof palomino I am looking for a copy of or a manual for it . it does not go forward or reverse very good I just bought it from a family member. wood appreciate any help of info thanks Dan Ritch wrote on Monday, May 23, 2016 (PDT): Dan do contact me via email stirn54@frontier.com Justin roskowiak wrote on Wednesday, July 13, 2016 (PDT): I am looking to buy a roof palomino mower. If anyone has one you can email me at justinrobert6054@yahoo.com or 612-201-8065 Dave Dye wrote on Sunday, August 28, 2016 (PDT): I worked for the Kansas Highway Commission in the early seventies. I remember these mowers being good heavy duty mowers. We used them in conjunction with tractors using belly mount mowers and brush hogs. They were good mowers. ralph wrote on Monday, October 17, 2016 (PDT): I have the roof 60 industrial came with no jeep body still cool tho ralph wrote on Wednesday, October 19, 2016 (PDT): I need the wishbone for the 60 mower deck really have no ideal if it needs it?belt size anyone?if not junk yard it will go and No not for sale Gale E. Roosa wrote on Saturday, September 02, 2017 (PDT): I know where there is at least 3 of these jeeps.... Gale Kris Evans wrote on Monday, September 18, 2017 (PDT): I have a roof laria 2, and can find no information whatsoever on it. Any help would be appreciated. Kris Evans wrote on Monday, September 18, 2017 (PDT): I have a roof lariat 2, and can find no information whatsoever on it. Any help would be appreciated. Brian Walker wrote on Tuesday, September 26, 2017 (PDT): Look up Dennis Fraase in Salisbury illinois, he has several of these...he is a wealth of knowledge. steve wrote on Wednesday, December 20, 2017 (PST): that calif. number no good I need to know how thick the clutch discs need to be I made a pair 1/4 inch thick looks like they need 1/8 inch thick to fit anyone know its for a roof vp75 that I am restoring steve wrote on Tuesday, January 02, 2018 (PST): I am currently restoring a roof vp75 high wheel brush cutter almost done made two new blade clutch discs for it is the handle supposed to have a spring to engage it or a catch ?it has a catch to keep it disengaged or does the clutch lock in when you push handle down anyone know Richard Kondik wrote on Thursday, March 01, 2018 (PST): Wanted, Roof Palomino with mower deck. If anyone has one or knows of one for sale, please call me at 330-289-4528 evenings or Email me at richardkondik@hotmail.com Thank you. George Greenhough wrote on Tuesday, August 28, 2018 (PDT): 1) I can find no face book page for Roof mowers. 2) My Palimino has no front fenders. Anyone parting one out and selling fenders? 3) or can someone take pictures and measure the front fenders for me? Thanks, George geogreenhough@gmail.com jerome bauman wrote on Monday, April 22, 2019 (PDT): Looking for a good Roof Palomino mower. Did some have crosley engines?? Something that can be re-built? jerome bauman wrote on Monday, April 22, 2019 (PDT): Looking for a good Roof Palomino mower. Did some have crosley engines?? Something that can be re-built? Rick Kondik wrote on Saturday, July 13, 2019 (PDT): Wanted, Roof Palomino with mower deck. Call 330-289-4528 George W Lane wrote on Thursday, September 26, 2019 (PDT): Look up on Facebook ROOF RIDERS........... Roof Mowers Talk Palomino 60 And More!!! Lisa wrote on Wednesday, June 15, 2022 (PDT): do you know of anyone selling one? Jon Hooper wrote on Wednesday, January 17, 2024 (PST): 1968 1600.00 2024, I will triple not even your money, but your FILs money. You come out like a ROSE and everyone is happy!!!! LOL

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