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1970 Roof Palomino Mower Bangor, PA $8000

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Bill shared this rare Roof Palomino with the mower bed.

https://barnfinds.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/083124-1970-Roof-Palomino-Lawn-Mower-ad.jpg

“Rare 1970 Roof Palomino two seater riding
mower. Only 300 were produced from 1968 -1970 this is one of the last 30 produced with a
Hi / Lo hydrostatic transmission. The Roof Palomino is original paint except for
the wheels. The Palomino runs and drives has working headlights and overall in good condition. Very
unique piece. Price $8000 or trade for 30+ hp 4×4 tractor with brush hog will ad cash depending what you have.”

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2 Different Topeka Highway Mowers Yucaipa, CA $2500/each

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These two Topeka Hiway mowers, built by the American Hoist and Derrick Company, are for sale. The second one shown has an original mower, which is rare to find.

1: https://inlandempire.craigslist.org/grd/d/moreno-valley-topeka-hiway-mower-hs5/7764505490.html

“Serial #2278 – 9772 Miles / 1311.4 Hours
* Unit Does Not Run & Does Not have the Mower *
* 4×4 Stick Shift
* 4 Cylinder Flat Head
* High/Low Transfer Case
* Front & Rear Differential
* Has pumps.
* Willy’s running gear

Units were designed for off-highway mowing.
# Could be used with tractor implements or build a custom 4 wheel unit.
# Would also make a good flail mower or a mobile log splitter.

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2. https://inlandempire.craigslist.org/grd/d/moreno-valley-topeka-hiway-mower-hps5/7764505277.html

– Serial #2257 – 121.6 hours
* Unit Does Not Run *
* 4×4 Stick Shift
* 4 Cylinder Flat Head
* High/Low Transfer Case
* Front & Rear Differential
* Has pumps

* Willy’s running gear
Units were designed for off-highway mowing.
# Could be used with tractor implements or build a custom 4 wheel unit.
# Would also make a good flail mower or a mobile log splitter.

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Topeka Hiway Mower Yucaipa, CA $2500

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This doesn’t run, but is a pretty complete example of a mower. I’m not sure how many had the “flail mower” attachment? Maybe that was common?

https://inlandempire.craigslist.org/grd/d/moreno-valley-topeka-hiway-mower-hps5/7752409721.html

“Topeka Hiway Mower HPS5 with Flail Mower – Estimated Year: Late 60s – Early 70s
– Serial #2257 – 121.6 hours
* Unit Does Not Run *
* 4×4 Stick Shift
* 4 Cylinder Flat Head
* High/Low Transfer Case
* Front & Rear Differential
* Has pumps
* Willy’s running gear

Units were designed for off-highway mowing.”

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1975 Odd Jeep Riverside, WA $1000

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This odd thing includes an original sticker indicating it was sold by Sahlberg Equipment out of the Seattle area. At first I thought it was some kind of Hi-Way mower?

https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/341978032328401/

“Weird and rare jeep 4.2L (258) straight 6. Ran when parked 2 years ago Non running project Has title. Need a trailer or work out a way to tow it. Pm with questions”

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Roof Palomino Facebook Group

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Roger Martin shared the news that a Roof Palomino group exists on Facebook. Given their rarity, I wouldn’t have guess that.

https://www.facebook.com/groups/1733489436893878/

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Unusual Topeka Highway Mower Hortonville, WI $2500

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Adam spotted this unusual Topeka Highway Mower. I’m now sure if there are any Willys parts on this model.

https://appleton.craigslist.org/grd/d/hortonville-topeka-highway-mower-rare/7416846939.html

“I had this running a few years ago. Ran good for its age.
6 cylinder Ford engine in it. large steel blade on the front. A real great piece. For any buddies collection. You are not gonna come across another one of these very often if at all. good project .”

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1953? Topeka Hi-Way Mower Missoula, MT $3500

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Steve spotted this Topeka Hi-Way Mower. It runs and plows.

https://www.facebook.com/commerce/listing/504250164003346

“Topeka Hi-Way mower with plow. Willy’s jeep frame. Continental motor.. Professionally rebuilt radiator, reupholstered seat, previous owner rebuilt the motor. Starts right up and runs smooth.”

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Struck Mini-Beep Mower Enumclaw, WA $1450

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This seller added a few customizations to this Struck Mini-Beep. It’s the first one I’ve seen for sale west of the Mississippi.

https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/563279231502761

“This is a wood kit using plywood and wood boards. Craftsman 19 hr power and riding lawn mower axles. LED lights as well as a winch. Trailer was made from a child carrier. LED’s function. This was a project started by an ole friend, I finished it. Lots more options can be added for Parades or family functions”

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Roof Palomino Mower Williamsburg, MA **SOLD**

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UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $3000.

There’s no mower deck.

“roof jeep was made as a mower in 1967 but no deck with it .made in Pontiac Illinois needs restoration $3000. Looks like willys flat fender jeep.”
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Roof Palomino MFG Mower Leesburg, VA $5500

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I’m guess it’s been a while since this mowed anything. You can learn more from this manual.

https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/397484061292236

“Roof manufacturing Palomino kohler engine with hydrostatic trans runs great just don’t need any more. This machine is very unique and rare. for more info just message me.”

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Struck Mini Beep Project Brookville, OH **SOLD**

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UPDATE: Still Available.

“Struck mini beep project with disel engine.”

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1976 Struck Mini-Beep Jeep Fairborn, OH **SOLD**

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UPDATE: This rare Struck Mini-Beep hit the market, but only briefly as it quickly sold. It was $400.

Roger Martin spotted this Struck Mini-Beep project.

https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/576790182895969/

“Bought for project but want the garage space back. It’s a Struck Mini Beep painted John Deere Green. Includes a new torque converter, clutch, belt, chain, brake, tie rods, and a Roper mini jeep steering wheel. Needs steering sorted, brakes attached, and drivetrain finished. No hood or engine. Want this to go to a good home. Willing to pass on at cost: $400 firm”

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Roof Palomino(?) Model 60 Mower Benton, IL **SOLD**

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UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $1900.

I’m not sure how much original Roof Palomino is left on this rig; here’s a Model 60 manual.

“Rare roof 60 mower from the 60s made in pontiac il. This one had been made to resemble a palomino. 18 hp cast iron Kohler hydrostatic drive. Runs and drives good alot of fun. Has new a ATV tires and 3000 lb winch. High and low range. Turns alot of heads. Cruise around the car show in style. Deck not included but could be made a mower again there are still mower decks out there for these. 1900 cash obo cash in person. located in benton il 62812. Wont deliver ”

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1975 CJ-5 Bitely, MI eBay

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UPDATE: Back on eBay.

This odd duck looks like a combination of a CJ-5 and a Topeka Hiway Mower. It’s a no reserve auction with a starting price of $2695.

View all the information on Ebay

It started life as a 1975 Jeep CJ5 Chassis. As near as we can tell, it was converted when new into a street-sweeper by the PB Loader company (which is still in existence today). Sometime later in life, someone got the bright idea to remove the street sweeper broom and replace it with a 62 inch quick attach skid-steer style snowblower (Ford 715 Model). We understand that the PB loader company made a similar model for airport tug use.

You Tube Videos of machine in operation:
(copy and paste the links below into address bar to view)

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nsC5w8bmCB4
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NuNN8o2xC4U

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Struck Mini Jeep Calera, AL **SOLD**

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UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $1000.

This mini beep jeep only needs a new chain link (master link) to be drivable.

“Mini beep jeep, wooden jeep, brand new, forward and reverse, 212cc engine, needs chain link to drive”

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Struck Mini-Beep Stafford, VA **SOLD**

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UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $2200.

(07/29/2019) Tom spotted this rare Mini-Beep by the Struck company. They also manufactured mini-dozers and other mini-vehicles. It looks like it may include the manual.

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Roof Palomino Mower Urbana, OH **SOLD**

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UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $5000.

Unclear if this has mowing equipment or not.

“RARE RARE RARE Roof manufacturing co. Palomino only around 100 were every made. this is painted like the M A S H jeep, 8.5 out of 10 condition. runs great looks great paraded last three years always a big hit. { check the internet for its rarity } has a matching trailer that goes with it”

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Palamino Roof 60 Mower Reproduction Manuals

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UPDATE: This is an Instruction Manual and Engine/Parts Manual for the Roof Palomino Model 60 Mower.  It was formerly on eBay.

The Roof Palomino Instruction manual:

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Roof Palomino 60 Operations Engien and Parts Manual:

View all the information on eBay

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Roof Palomino Mower Greeneville, TN $6800

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Haven’t seen one of these for sale in a while. No mention of the mower parts.

https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/788615851531933/

“It is time for me to sell my Roof Palomino. It was restored several years ago and still looks good. It is located in Greeneville, Tn. I am asking $6800.00.”
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Mini-Jeep Naselle, WA $2347

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TJ spotted this neat little mini-jeep.

https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/2571199966283496/?ref=messenger_share

“You have to see it. Lights Horn and Siren all work. Built on a Riding Mower Chassis. This would be great for Parades and shows. 6 speeds forward and 1 reverse. I know the right person is out there and wants it.”

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Topeka Mower Belleville, OH $4000

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Several folks shared this ad. This looks in very good shape.

https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/564388707415625/?ref=messenger_share

“Mower and wood splitter with hoist works great for ditches and banks made by Willy’s Jeep”

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Homemade Loader Sturgeon Bay, WI $1000

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Seller notes this is built on some jeep drive train. It makes me wonder if it was a Topeka Mower chassis?

https://greenbay.craigslist.org/grd/d/sturgeon-bay-homemade-loader/6819812617.html
“I have a homemade loader, has 3cylinder Diesel engine. Rear steer, not sure of make of engine. Needs to have brakes hooked up. Runs and moves fine. I believe that the drive train under it is from a Willy’s Jeep. Has high and low range. I don’t know what the lifting capacity is or the total weight of the machine. I had it on my 6×12 foot single axle trailer without any problems.”

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1959 Topeka Mower & CJ-5 Jefferson City, MT $8500

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I think the price includes both the CJ-5 and the Topeka Mower.

https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/246866629546910

“Both jeeps run great the plow is a 1953 Topeka hi way mower one of the last few of its kind. Both engines are fresh on the jeeps FOR SALE OR TRADE”

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Dana 27 4:88 Gears Needed

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Dean’s in search of some Dana 27 4:88 gears for his Topeka Mower. Does anyone have some? If so, you can email him at bbq3300@yahoo.com.

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Replica Jeep Brooklyn, WI **SOLD**

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UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $2900.

UPDATE: As Blaine pointed out, we’ve seen this exact type of vehicle before: http://www.ewillys.com/2014/03/07/mini-beep-kit-from-struck-kit/

“This is Jeop Willy’s replica that my dad and I built. It’s true 4×4 and is also amphibious. Has brackets to mount a trolling motor in the rear to take in the Lake or stream. Has high and low range gears. Kohler gas motor, fun to use around the farm or camp. Has receiver hitch as well.”

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