Help Hough shifting and identification problem

[okumaguru]

I just traded for a smaller hough loader. It only has forward and reverse on one lever and a 4 speed on the other lever. The forward/reverse lever moves freely but you can't feel the gears. You have to move it a little and ease out the clutch to see if you have it found or not.
I have no idea what it is because they have replaced the engine and ground on the frame where the serial numbers should be. Also, the dash is missing.
I have pictures posted on the help identifying section.
I think it is an HAH but I still don't know for sure. Any thoughts will be greatly appreciated. I do know that there is a smaller loader available. I almost traded for it instead. It is located in Pacific Missouri and he is asking $1500.00 for it. It operates on propane.
Thanks
Tim

 

[Anonymous-0]

I have an late 40s model HAH. The shift set up sounds the same. It has a flat head Hercules engine. weighs approx 9500 pounds and has a 3/4 yard bucket.

 

[okumaguru]

You wouldn't have an extra book would you. I need to find out if I can still use it or if there is something which will eventually fall down into the transmission and really mess things up.
Thanks
Tim