IHC Famous? Hp? Year?

[AngrySailor]

What can you guys tell me about this? A friend saw it forsale but didn’t ask priceor details. If you can fill me in on any notable details from the pic would be great. It looks like a lawn ornament so it’s probably seized/frozen and cracked, but it looks fairly complete. Thoughts on what it’s worth? I’m leaning towards scrap price but he may think he’s got gold I may go have a look when I finish these next few weeks working away.

[Denis Rouleau]

Originally Posted by AngrySailor

What can you guys tell me about this? A friend saw it forsale but didn’t ask priceor details. If you can fill me in on any notable details from the pic would be great. It looks like a lawn ornament so it’s probably seized/frozen and cracked, but it looks fairly complete. Thoughts on what it’s worth? I’m leaning towards scrap price but he may think he’s got gold I may go have a look when I finish these next few weeks working away.

What size is it? The larger the better. Its probably worth at least 10 times the price of scrap iron. It won't be there long at the price of scrap iron. If it was me I would be looking it over like NOW!!!
Denis Rouleau

[AngrySailor]

Thanks Denis, I would be going to look right away but I’m floating around the Great Lakes for another few weeks. I’m trying to get contact info but haven’t heard back from my friend yet. I was hoping you guys could tell me what size looks around 3hp?

[Gasengin]

Would sell really fast at 10 times scrap price.

[Scott Kocher]

that's a 4 hp famous. if you get the serial number we can tell you hat year it is . great running engines you better get if you can it looks complete from what I see minus a little pluming for the gas . it looks like the pulley on the fare side is at least 16" that's a plus

[Travis McCoy]

Get it man get it! I've got a TG 4hp Famous and it is just too cool in my book. You'll enjoy working on it and many parts can be found for them.

-Travis

[Nathan K.]

Wow, Another 4HP Famous lawn ornament that even looks like they used the same house paint as mine has!. Mine was near the West coast so I guess there's only one per coast?, get it bought before someone else does. If you get it let me know as I maybe able to help to complete it.
Nathan.

[AngrySailor]

Thanks for the info guys. I’ll be trying to get in touch with the owner ASAP. I agree it’s worth more than scrap but it’s likely far from being a runner without major repairs... I’ll keep you guys posted other than a phone call I can’t see it personally till the end of the month. Might send my friend to buy it though.

[AngrySailor]

Asking $300. Told my friend to go wheel and deal but get it for me.

What magneto did these use?

[Famous Fitter]

Hi AngrySailor,

It’s hit miss governed -Looks like it is missing the fuel pump as well . I’d pay 300 for it without hesitation !!! It’s worth the effort any day.

I have a few 4hp famous engines out here in oz and they are good runners. My hopper cooled throttler was far worse than that and I’ve found all original parts to fix it except the choke lever. It takes time but is part of the fun !!! Thanks for sharing your find with us

Cheers Justin