[Cub Cadet 123]

Tony, it is good to see someone wanting to be totally fair in their dealings with other and not want to take advantage of anyone, but without pictures, it is very difficult to ascertain a fair value for you and your friend. The cub cadet 1000 is a QL tractor, so the iso mounts are the weak point on these cubs, if they go bad then the drive line can be compromised (check the rag joints on the end of the driveshaft for these). The iso mounts are located where the engine attaches to the cradle, look for them to be disfigured. It would seem that a hydraulic bucket would not be best suited for a non-hydrostatic (ported) cub cadet, but it is possible with an auxiliary pump. So, a running 1000 should be worth around $200-$350 in decent shape. The hydraulic pump is worth anywhere from $200-$400 and the bucket, is worth anywhere from $400-$1000, depending on manufacturer or homemade, size, condition, etc....These are VERY ROUGH estimates from just one person. Others will chime in and give you better estimates than I have. On the low end, then I would say $800-$1750.

This thread probably belongs in the What's It Worth section of the forum, but what the hey....

If it was me, I would ask my buddy to get me some pics or go and take them myself, post them and get some better estimates. Then, take your computer to him and show him the estimates that you obtained and explain to him that you want to be fair with him so that both of you reach an amicable agreement on price.

Again, it is very noble of you to seek a way to be fair with others. Nice job!

Cub Cadet 123