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The 6-cylinders were usually used pretty hard and it not uncommon for the rear differential and housing to have been replaced sometime in the past. Since you cannot drive the tractor, be prepared for the possibility that the ring gear and pinion may need replacing. Transmissions usually are not a problem in the Funks. Also check to see if the rear wheel hubs are loose on the axles (goes for all 8N's). If so, the axle and hub may need replacing (around $200 and axle). Exact reproduction grills, headlights, and toolboxes are available. New replacement lift arms are available too. The engine is the same as a late 1940's and early 1950's truck, so parts are available as well. The flathead was sold first with the channel iron frame and later the cast iron oil pan. Funk specific parts are impossible to find if they are missing, and two common missing parts are the original governor (8N governor with Funk pulley and mount) and carburetor "hat". As far as value, hard to say. My guess is from $500 to a $1000 more than an equivalent stock 8N. On the other hand, I've talked to some people who wouldn't give as much for a Funk as a stock 8N. The overdrive probably adds $300 more. All depends on condition and how many $$$ it will take to restore or get operational. Check out the link below. There is a good section on Funks, and also a page on overdrive transmissions.
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