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02-01-2014, 11:20 AM
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New here
Hi Folks, Jim here. Just joined and tired of the Craftsman despite just finishing up an opposed Briggs install. Might go look at a 1979 1450 on SUN that looks ok on CL, Are the 1450 still pretty stout like the older 60 models?
The whole appeal to me is the cast iron K321AQS along with the heavier construction. The CC strike me as always within repair. Am I dreaming or is that realistic? I get the impression the wear parts are replaceable and available. Anything i should look out for? I know to look and listen to the engine and confirm the transmission is working along with steering box. Any pitfalls on the 1450. All things equal...do I want hydro? I think I do. Been reading along for a few days and thought it was time to say HELLO. 
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02-01-2014, 11:46 AM
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Welcome to OCC!
 The 1450 is a wide frame quiet line cub cadet the Quiet lines have their own unique problems. The ISO rubber motor mounts can wear out so check those when you go and look, those are cheap and easy to replace. And the rag joints on the engine and the hydro too. The 1450 is a great workhorse and the hydraulic lift makes work a whole lot easier. In my opinion they are just as good if not better than any other older Cub. Most people like to stay away from quiet lines because of the wear points, but they are nice tractors if you keep them well maintained. I love my 1450 and 1250, they are powerful tractors.
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02-01-2014, 04:33 PM
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I have a 1250 and enjoy this machine. It has great lines, is a fairly easy machine to work on, and parts are readily available. As Connor said, the motor mounts are an issue, and can be difficult to adjust, but after you get through that exercise, they are an enjoyable tractor to use for your work or just to drive around. Personally, I like the idea that Quietline engines don't have balance gears in them (often called grenade gears) and have a stator to make electrical power; rather than the complicated starter/generator/regulator electrical system. The 1450 has lights, hydraulic lift and a hydrostatic transmission, which is virtually bulletproof.
If you can pick up that 1450 for what you think is a reasonable price, by all means, do so. There are plenty of us here with Quietline experience who can help you when you are stumped.
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02-01-2014, 05:43 PM
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02-01-2014, 08:56 PM
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Welcome aboard! Its funny to listen to the folks brag about their Craftsman transmission, or the John Deere guys brag about the Eaton-11 transmission. But when it comes to the stronger, more reliable transmission, that belongs to the International Harvester Company's IH Cub Cadet. Rest assure IH also built a garden tractor to match the strength and durability of the transmission, whether its the gear drive models, or the hydrostatic drive models.
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02-02-2014, 06:33 AM
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Welcome, Phooesnax
If you can check out the Cub Cadet (engine runs, moves both directions, hydro lift works) and it is reasonably priced, grab it quickly. You won't be disappointed. My Cub Cadet 800 is also one of the "quiet line" series, although I have the 3speed manual transmission and "Armstrong" (manual) lift. It is a 1976 vintage, but all I have to do is add gas, check oil, turn the key and mow. Think of the Cub Cadet as a full-size Farmall that was run through an extra-hot wash-n-dry cycle. Yes, IH designed and built them that way. If I count the belts and tires, there MIGHT be a dozen rubber and plastic parts. All the rest is heavy steel. Again, welcome to OCC. Pull up a chair, put on the coffee and stay awhile. 
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02-02-2014, 07:24 AM
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Welcome to the best cub forum on the net. I have a 1650 QL same tractor as then the 1450 only with a 16hp engine , I did install new ISO engine mounts. 100.00 from cub.
my 14hp cub is a 149 , I really do like it better. pic is of my 1650, getting new paint as soon as it warms up
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