1450 found
 

Been about a year or so since my last post. Since then I have found myself a rear bottom plow and a running 1450 with deck and mule drive attached for $150.
The machine was said to be sitting for 2 years but still managed to start up and drive up onto my truck. The air cleaner was off the carb and the engine smoked a fair amount. I may run if for now and look for a rear lift for the plow and give it new rings and gaskets in the winter.

Nice looking tractor!

There is a little surface rust on the deck and that’s it.
Photo of the plow.

Nice looking 1450 :beerchug:

Nice score on the 1450!

Did some looking at th tractor and saw something I’m not sure about. I assume this part is suppose to be flat and it’s not.

That looks like a typical installation although it is beginning to fail.

Good to know

Looks like a great find, considering all that you got for that price! You might try some Marvel Mystery Oil in the crankcase, run it briefly and then change the oil out. The smoke may be just a stuck ring, though it is probably due for a rebuild it still doesn't hurt to check. Also, synthetic oil doesn't smoke as bad if you determine that it does in fact need a rebuild and you want to cut down on the smoking.

Cub Cadet 123

Alright time to look for some things. I am in need of a knob for my forward and reverse lever for starters. I might just find something fun with the same thread but we will see.
Next I will need a 3 point hitch for it. I need to know what to look for, is there a difference between the lift on my 127 which is narrow frame or are they interchangeable?