Cub Cadet 129

[jakeotter]

Hi:

I have the chance to buy an old broke down Cub Cadet 129 on CL. Price is $125, but I’m sure I can get it for less. Says engine turns over but doesn’t start. I really just wanted to use it for some parts, etc. I’m curious though, how I could check the hydrostatic drive without it starting? Or if there’s a way to see if the hydrostatic transmission is working at all. I’ve heard that a lot of times these old broke down cubs get towed which destroys the tranny.

Also is that’s true how is the best way for me to move it without damaging the tranny?

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[Gompers]

Originally Posted by jakeotter

Hi I have the chance to buy an old broke down cub cadet 129 on CL. Price is 125 but I’m sure I can get it for less. Says engine turns over but doesn’t start. I really just wanted to use it for some parts, etc. I’m curious tho how I could check the hydrostatic drive without it starting? Or if there’s a way to see if the hydrostatic transmission is working at all. I’ve heard that a lot of times these old broke down cubs get towed which destroys the tranny.

Also is that’s true how is the best way for me to move it without damaging the tranny?

https://images.craigslist.org/00E0E_...P_1200x900.jpg

I, personally, wouldn't worry about the hydro being gone. That's very rarely the case with these things. If it is, they are generally available at a reasonable price.

You can move it short distances (to load it or whatever) without hurting it, but if the release valves are stuck you shouldn't tow it for a quarter mile or anything.

At that price, as long as there isn't a giant hole in the block, you can't go wrong.

[jakeotter]

Thanks! Yea I figured for that price it would be worth it even I all I did was get the 12hp engine running for a repower on another cub someday.

[dodge trucker]

I have paid more for less before.

[john hall]

Originally Posted by Gompers

I, personally, wouldn't worry about the hydro being gone. That's very rarely the case with these things. If it is, they are generally available at a reasonable price.

You can move it short distances (to load it or whatever) without hurting it, but if the release valves are stuck you shouldn't tow it for a quarter mile or anything.

At that price, as long as there isn't a giant hole in the block, you can't go wrong.

What he said.
Heck get it running, it might be a good running machine.

[jbrewer]

That's a fine price. If it turns over without it sounding like a cement mixer from inside, it'll start without huge probs.

Grab it before someone else does. The hydros are pretty indestructible :-)

[Marko141]

I would grab it if I was closer

[darkminion_17]

Grab it like a rapper does before it is gone........

[jakeotter]

Right now I only have a Cub 72 but wouldn’t mind a wide frame too. It’s not like I could really use many if any of the parts from the 129 on the 72.

[jbrewer]

Well, heck if you've only got one, than this is a no brainer. Turn off the computer and go git 'er dun!

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