Hello Larry,

I found this email address on a forum for Oliver tractors.  I'm looking to restore what I believe is a 1953 Oliver 88 row crop.  I have several questions because I have noticed many things that do not match up.

1.  Serial number location.  The serial number is on a plate on the left hand side of the center column, not on the left hand side of the frame below the brake pedals.  Is this an alternate location? I have attached a picture.

2.  The serial number is 3503092, which is why I believe it's a 1953, however the rear wheels are green not red.  My grandfather purchased this tractor new and to my knowledge never painted or replaced the rims.  What color should they be?I have attached a picture.

3.  The air filter sticks up through the hood in front of the exhaust.  I haven't seen any pictures that depict this set up. Was this an option or has this tractor been modified from the original factory state?

Thank you for any information you can provide.