info on 2082
 

I have found a 2082 for sale locally for $2000. It is showing 281 hours and looks new. It runs out perfect, deck is solid and clean. You can tell this was kept inside and taken care of. Has no 3 pt hitch. My questions are:

1) Is this a good price? I haven't gotten to the dealing point yet but I am sure I can get it for less.

2) I am not familiar with these at all. I have always owned 1650's and presently a 149. Is this model made by MTD? How well are they built? Any known problems to look for?

3) I have been thinking about getting a 982. How much better is the 982 vs. the 2082?

Any input would be appreciated.

That price isn't too bad, but it is built by MTD, and therefore has an aluminum rearend that is a bit bigger than the aluminum rears in the MTD-built 82 series tractors. Mechanically, it's a great tractor.

However, the plastic hood, side panels, grille, etc. are total crap and crack everywhere. MTD had some paint issues at this time (and still does to this day, in my opinion) so it'll get rusty fast if it's around water too much.

If I were you, I'd hold out for a 982, which would be better in my opinion. No structural plastic on those.

Thanks for the info Matt, and I took a look at your website, very nice. Since you have answered once I'll ask for more. The main use for this would be mowing around 2 acres, sometimes more. The second use would be garden work, plowing and tilling and some box blading, just small work. Is one of the two mentioned better at these tasks than the other? Also, if I where to put a FEL on the 2082, would it hold up to this? I guess what I am asking is, are there any structural weaknesses to the 2082 that should be considered other than the platic panels?

I would still prefer an IH-built 982 for garden work, but the power steering on the 2082 would be nice for mowing around lots of trees (if you have them) and for use with a loader. I'm not sure what people with aluminum rearend tractors are doing when they put loaders on them...I was going to put my loader on a 782 with aluminum rear, but change the rear to an iron one and put the stronger axles and carrier from the aluminum rear into the iron one, but that hasn't happened yet.

Structurally, the only thing I'd worry about, but not too much, would be the aluminum rearend, as the front mounting bolts/tabs tend to work loose and crack the housing. That's definitely something to check if you decide to buy it, and would be a way to talk him way down in price if it's cracked. A loader will exacerbate this problem, so you'll have to keep a close eye on the mounting bolts to make sure they stay tight.

I had an 1862 (same series as the 2082) for about a week before I parted it, and I didn't like the plastic hydraulic lift handle. It's kinda chintzy for such a big tractor. I can't think of much else.

That is some sound advice that I needed to hear. I will have to think about it and hopefully while I'm thinking about it the 2082 will get sold so I don't have to stress over it. As far as a FEL, that would be last on the list. The main thing I need is the 3 pt.

Everything Matt said +

Weight is everything and the cast iron rear makes a huge difference. PS on the 2082 is a big +, the Onan on the 982 is a big -. You're more likely to find the cat0 on the 982 but look around for them on parts tractors if you find a good deal without a cat0. $2K is more than I would spend on a 2082, I passed on one for $800 regretably. The deck you'll find on the 2082 will be more desirable. Look for bits and pieces, you can find a cheap 2082 and a parts tractor "82" and fit all the tin to it and create a 982. Look around and don't be afraid to be creative.

I've had a 1882, same as the 2082 and it's the biggest POS, plastic, cheap lift valve, dorky rear, etc...however the vented rear discs are cool and they are going on my build.

I just drove 700+ miles yesterday to pick up parts for a custom build...trying to use the best of different CC tractor models...more on that later. Just know that you can do what you want...the world is your onion...

Scott

This 1872 is what you ought to be looking at. I drove far for mine too, I'd see if he'd take $1400.

Actually mine is in better shape and I paid $1200.


Scott

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Scott

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Got your hitch.

Scott

Scott, where you trying to show me an 1872 that is for sale somewhere?

What makes the 1872 better?

I looked at the 982's on ebay that you posted the link to. I should have been more clear about myself when talking about the 982. I was wanting the diesel. I do know where one is but it isn't for sale yet but may be in a few months. What is a good solid 982 diesel going for? To make a long story short, this is owned by a widow and she isn't ready to sell. I was thinking about just making an offer but not sure what would be good. It is a one owner and well taken care. It was used exclusively to gardening but I think he does have the deck for it.
I have to say, driving that 2082 sure was nice. That thing looks as close to new as you would expect and sounds it to. I did notice that after I drove it around a while and parked it, there was a dime size spot of fluid under the rear end. I didn't get down and really look for the leak since I wasn't sure about making an offer on it. It can't be leaking to bad since it has been sitting in the same spot for some time now and there wasn't a large oil spot there.
Oh well, just thinking out loud. I am just searching for info on these larger CC's that I know nothing about.