I'm a newbie and dropping a line to say hi. I've recently acquired a 1450, and have an engine question. I acquired this tractor from my little brother, who rebuilt the motor a few years back. All new piston, rings, rod and valves. Ever since the rebuild, the engine smokes like crazy for the first twenty seconds or so of operation, but then stops smoking after that. The smoke appears to be blue in color. The motor seems to have plenty of power with no unusual noises. Any idears of potential causes??
I'll post some pictures later tonight. Seems my drive shaft coupler (to the hydro) has some slop and needs repaired as well. Installed dual hydraulics last weekend, and picked up a hydraulic angle blade for the upcoming snow. Just tired of getting smoked out of the garage at initial start up
