Well guys & gal
That is why I ask the question.
I've been a member for about a year now, mostly for rebuilding a 95 RER that I bought last year. Now I am watching for a nice GT to mow and snowplow with. I watch the "For Sale" posts, but haven't really seen anything yet. I also look at the forum cl/ebay posts and most of them are in far away locations. Once a month or so, I go on cl and do the search ordeal. Today I found 4 options, 5 when I add Ben's recommendation. A 149 for $550, a bit edgy for it's looks. A 1250 for $750 with a deck/blower & tiller, but manual lift. The red 1450 for $875 that I started this thread with. I don't need the dual hydro set up, but if it's there, I won't complain. Another 1450 in really superb condition and correctly painted. Again with dual hydro, but (hold on to your hats) $1450 asking price. Another 149 with hydro lift for $450. Nice enough condition, used, but not abused. But who knows where in northern Wi. And Ben's 1450 in the Madison area for $250. Surprisingly, it also has the dual hydro set up.
I just may have to consider that Madison 1450 unit. For the price, one can spend some money on it and end up with a nice working machine. Emphasis on working machine.
I've been reading a lot of the posts over my time here trying to learn what is what. One thing I haven't figured out and bothers me a tad. On most of these units, there is the long handle on the right of the machines for lifting decks and blowers. There is also a short handle on the left side. What is that for and what does it control? I haven't seen anything that refers to it.
Thanks guys & gal. I appreciate the input.
Mike
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