I'm debating a 127

[Cub Cadet 123]

Originally Posted by J-Mech

Someone please correct me if I'm wrong.....

I think that if you cut off the brackets on the blades subframe. The ones at the front that connect to the quick attach, then weld them back on the outside of the frame instead of the inside. Then, cut the "pins" out and weld in a solid bar in their place.... So the bar goes across all the way... Then it would fit either tractor.

If that doesn't make sense tell me and I'll explain better. Or if I'm wrong I'll concede.

I have a blade with the WF subframe modified in that manner, so someone out there is making the same mods. However, I've never had time to fit it to any of my tractors, NF or WF, so I cannot state whether it works or not-sorry.

Now, if the threads are stripped out of your head, you can use a helio-coil to hold your spark plug in. I had to do that on an old 107 that I had. Your cub seems to lack compression if the plug is removed or not seated well in the head, so it might seem like you need to replace the piston and rod at this time when in reality, you may not need to do so. Get the head/spark plug fixed first and then see if you need to tear into the engine. If it is turning over now and you don't hear any weird metallic sounds, it could be just resolving the plug issue.....and cleaning that carb, might be the quickest fix for you! You can rebuild that carb for about $12 for a new kit and about 15-30 minutes. Congratulations on your first NF. It appears to have been restored at some point--one clue is that someone painted the treads on the footrest yellow because they couldn't get them off--they should have always been black. Thanks for posting pics....keep us informed on your progress!

Cub Cadet 123