127 dissappointment
 

Well my 127 that I just got a few short weeks ago has just pulled a fast one on me. It all started last weekend when the PTO wouldn't shut off. I found a worn out, actually a almost non existent "button" on the end of the arm that engages/disengages the clutch. I had a friend of mine examine it and upon closer examination, the key way on the crankshaft is so worn out that the starter pulley was rattling as well as the clutch for the PTO. Turns out that the PTO as of now is useless. I think that I am down to 3 courses of action:

1. sell it as a parts tractor :Sad:

2. replace the crankshaft :Price:

3. replace the engine :Price:

At least I have the QA-42A snow thrower that works.:crap:

I would think you'd be able to get a crank for less than $50. Probably a lot less. An entire motor will run you anywhere from $50-$300ish depending on your luck and location.

papaglide,
I agree with Matt. I have a K301 crankshaft that needs to be turned .010 under so you probably wouldn't want it. But hang in there. If you don't have to get it running right away take some time put in the crankshaft and look around while you are in there. You could wind up with a very good engine that will have lots of power and a long life ahead of it's self. If you got to have it for mowing. Do the above and call in some favors or a neighbor to get it cut. You will not regret working on that Cub.

Thanks guys. It's my back up. Would a rebuilt engine be a simple drop in?

If it's meant for a Cub Cadet of that vintage, then yes.

an idea?
 

Probably will get a lot of grief for this, but, not knowing how bad your crank keyway is munged up, I have one Cub that was wallowed out pretty bad..same thing, pulleys loose, PTO banging around in there.bought some larger size keyway stock and spent some time on the crank making it presentable and made a custom keyway..still working 4/5 years later..it's an alternative to major bucks or work??..just an idea???:American Flag 1::IH Trusted Hand:

My other option. would it be OK to use the 127 (worth $200 per the dealer for parts) and my old 1018(worth $800 per the dealer) as trade ins for an 1862 that's in good shape?

I would NOT do it. You would be trading away a GREAT GARDEN tractor for a grass cutter that was not made by IH. But that is my very bias opinion. I would sell the 1018 and use that money to redo your 127.

The 1862 is much more than a "grass cutter"...it's also a garden tractor that's capable of everything the 127 is. I'm not a big fan of the plastic junk on that series, but other than that they're alright. I see you have one in your avatar, so you're probably used to those. It really wouldn't be all that difficult to fix the 127.

i'd get rid of the 1018 and use the money for the 127 overhaul and you'll get many years out of it since it looks like you have a cyclops in your picture