1450 is now mine!!
 

just got home with it. i didn't get to mess with it any in the garage, i will do that this weekend. there is a BIG difference in gear and hydro. almost like stick shift car to automatic. i almost jerked a crick in my neck trying to figure it out. don't push the brake to engage the forward motion and lean forward when you mash it to the "floor". i think i'm gonna like this thang. thanks guys for all the comments, suggestions, and info!!!!! jeff

Congrats
 

Good luck with it !!! I like the looks of that machine.

I like that steering wheel better than my older style. Great looking tractor.

jeffscub
Good lookin tractor :biggrin2.gif:
Glad you got it home.

Congrats on the 1450, Jeff! :beerchug:

Congrats on the new tractor! Looks like it's in very good shape. Enjoy!

Very nice find,
Hydro's rule:beerchug:

Great looking 1450. Looks like you need a seat cover. I bought one of these for mine.

http://store.colemans.com/cart/repla...4868ca111b9423

Moe, Larry- Look!!!! NUK-NUK-NUK!!! Jeffscub's new tractor! Good catch Jeff!:biggrin2.gif:

I never use the brake on a hydro, no need. Just plug it! Nice 1450. Love those OL's

Yep, me neither. If everything is adjusted right, you don't need brakes. I never touch it except to start the engine.

Jeff,

Good deal! Looks like you have one in good shape to start with a little TLC and a good cleaning she will sparkle as much as the grin on your face.:beerchug:

i realize that a QL is supposed to have the side panels, but is it just me or what. i do not like them. i was looking at them today and they reminded me of a pregnant lawn mower. i like the look of the motor being visible, i guess it kinda gives it the "big" tractor look. my wife has claimed this one as hers and she likes the pregnant look (on the lawnmower, not her) so i guess i will leave them. but they're still ugly!!! jeff

New owner of a 1450 also!
 

Hi guys,


wondering what is the best oil to use for my new/old 1450? I find it starts hard and would like to do a tune up but not sure wha plug to use and filter??? Have been looking on line but having problems???

Denis

denis, check out the technical library-tractors section of this site. there you will find a boat load of info on cubs. i use 30w, but i live in bama and as far as a plug, i don't know, i haven't changed one out yet. but, again, check out the tech section. jeff

I've started using Rotella 30 wt. There isn't a better plug then the Autolite 216.

I thought the same thing, until I finished my restoration. Once they're painted and have new decals, they really look sharp.

eric, it looks like my wife will be taking over 1450 as her own. so, i(we) will be putting the side pregnant covers back on, BUT not just yet though. i will be rebuilding the motor this winter so maybe(i will) next mowing season i'll put them back on. i'm not really wanting to restore any of the ones i have now, i am waiting for that "special" one. like an "O", 70, or 100. it will be the non-hard-working machine for parades and maybe an antique lawn and tractor show. jeff

That's funny, my next resto will be a 70 or 100 also! Just have to find one at the right price. :beerchug:

i found a 100 that was up and running. it had a plow and disc harrow, but no deck. i offered him first, a .357, two boxes of shells, and fobus tactical holster then $300 and finally he shot me down. so my search still goes on!! jeff

You guys will love having a 100! :beerchug: