[maddog784]

I have a 782 and a 982 with an 18 mag - so basically an 1872. I will say that while the 982 doesn't turn tiny circles, the power steering makes it a lot better. I have a few flower beds to mow around with the 782 and it can be difficult.

I will address the question about the rear end - you'll have to check and see whether or not your current rear end has internal or external brakes. The external brakes should swap pretty easy, but I don't know anything about changing an internal to an external system.

Also, if you're going to put the rear end from a 782 into the super, be aware that the reduction gear on the pinion shaft is a different size to account for the different tire size. The hydro pumps are different also, the super's pump has a smaller output gear (because of the larger reduction gear). So if you switch one out, change them both.

As far as interchangeable parts go, all of the sheet metal should work out fine. The tunnel cover is longer. The dash on the 2072 has an extra hole for an oil sentry light, but should be the same other than that. Also, I believe that the battery box under the fenders is taller on the supers due to the larger tires.

The lift is also not the same as the standard garden tractors - so if you have front attachments for the 782, there is nothing standard on the 2072 that will lift it. The mower deck implement lift is the same.

Needless to say, you've got a good start, so you can't go wrong! Let's see some pictures of that 782!

Nate