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Old 05-15-2012, 11:43 AM
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Default Quietline Issues
From reading the postings on this, and other, sites, I keep reading about the "own little set of issues" with the Quietline series tractors. Being new to this site, and a new, and first-time owner of a 1250, I am wondering what the various definitions are of "Quietline Issues" are. Having never owned a tractor before, and looking for nearly a year and a half for something that is somewhat decent that I could still afford, I am wondering what I am in for!

Should I keep this thing, or sell it and look for an older narrow frame machine; something a little simpler? I did look at a good running, but well used, 104 that I kind of liked. The amount of work that the tractor needed was scary, but it may have been better than this one, although the 1250 runs well, pulls well and is in a lot better physical condition.

What do ya'all think? I need some advice. I don't know what I am doing. Of all the things I have lost, I think I miss my mind the most.
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Old 05-15-2012, 12:17 PM
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A 1250 can be a fine tractor. I have one. It doesn't have a hydraulic lift like a 1450 or 1650 but does fine. QL issues are rubber motor mounts and drive shaft issues. I think those are the ones that stand out for me.
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Old 05-15-2012, 12:42 PM
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If you keep good maintance on them the quitelines are nice tractors. We have two (1250 with hydraulic lift and a 1650) and both are great tractors
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Old 05-15-2012, 12:46 PM
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i think most of the problems can be traced back to not keeping an eye on engine mount condition. When they go bad it starts stressing the other parts
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Old 05-15-2012, 12:58 PM
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i think most of the problems can be traced back to not keeping an eye on engine mount condition. When they go bad it starts stressing the other parts
So true! One thing that I feel people forget is the ISO mounts are a wear able item like brake pads. ISO mounts are used in the diesels as well (larger versions). I've had two QL's 1200 and 1650 and I would own another.
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Take the cover off that is between the seat and steering wheel.

Just 4 little screws or bolts and it comes right off.

Look around inside, touch the parts.

Notice how you can get to stuff that might need serviced some day.

Now imagine if that cover were welded on instead of bolted!!

The NFs' and that 104 have that cover welded in place.

That is the reason I like the WFs' and QLs'

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Old 05-15-2012, 02:56 PM
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Take the cover off that is between the seat and steering wheel.

Just 4 little screws or bolts and it comes right off.

Look around inside, touch the parts.

Notice how you can get to stuff that might need serviced some day.

Now imagine if that cover were welded on instead of bolted!!

The NFs' and that 104 have that cover welded in place.

That is the reason I like the WFs' and QLs'
I've always liked the look of the quitelines. My trusted IH mechanic of 40+ years says that quitelines are junk, but from what I understand it's normally just the engine mounts and then some driveline issues. Getting around that, it's not as big of deal in my mind to avoid owning one.

As far as the cover that is bolted on; I have to agree. It makes it much easier to service a WF vs a NF hydro/rear end.
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AND, a QL looks cool with the right tires!!

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I've got a 1250 that I haven't done anything to since a brought it home. Just parked it in the shed, for someday.
Working on my 100 as I have, the extra room in a QL would be a welcome. As noted many times before. There all good if their taken care of. That's what makes this addiction what it is. When you begin, there will be times when you feel very intimidated by what your working on, but in time things will begin to go easier, as you begin to understand the tractor.
Pulling every nut and bolt from my 100 and getting it back together helps me understand what makes it tick. Long story longer, in time it will grow on you, and as soon as you have the bugs worked out, you'll be happy with your 1250.
(And you can always count on these guys on the site to be there for you in time of need) There isn't anything about cub cadet that this bunch can't help you through, and don't feel that your question might be a dumb one as I have in the past, felt like this would be a dumb question to ask, there is no such thing, but don't worry, they'll let you know
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Take the cover off that is between the seat and steering wheel.

Just 4 little screws or bolts and it comes right off.

Look around inside, touch the parts.

Notice how you can get to stuff that might need serviced some day.

Now imagine if that cover were welded on instead of bolted!!

The NFs' and that 104 have that cover welded in place.

That is the reason I like the WFs' and QLs'
Theres a 584 sneaking into the posts again.....lol
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