Upgrade or Not?

[ACecil]

Originally Posted by rugrat1965

That's what it is. Thanks!

Anytime! Always glad to help.

[rugrat1965]

I'l have to check on the hours. Thanks!

Originally Posted by jimbob200521

They did not make a Series III engine for the 682, however they did make a series II with an oil filter so that's what I'd say it is. How many hours? If I were u I'd go for it!

[OldAndInTheWay]

Is storage space a problem? A couple hundred bucks isn't what it used to be. I would say keep them both if you can. Will be hard to find another 1450 for that low a cost. I'm guessing it runs ok.

[Sam Mac]

I'm a little late to the party but I am not a fan of KT's They are EXPENSIVE to maintain or fix. But do as you see fit.

[rugrat1965]

I do have limited storage. I also have another tractor for mowing. Thanks!


QUOTE=OldAndInTheWay;238836]Is storage space a problem? A couple hundred bucks isn't
what it used to be. I would say keep them both if you can. Will be hard to find another 1450 for that low a cost. I'm guessing it runs ok.[/QUOTE]

[rugrat1965]

You aren't too late. Lol. I'm not going to make any rush decisions. I need to weigh of the pros and cons. I appreciate your knowledge !

Originally Posted by Sam Mac

I'm a little late to the party but I am not a fan of KT's They are EXPENSIVE to maintain or fix. But do as you see fit.

[Cub Cadet 123]

As Sam wisely mentioned, they are more expensive to maintain, so I would check with him to see if he has additional parts that may wear out or need replaced. You had to see him for parts for your tractor now and if the parts aren't readily available, then you could face future problems of locating parts and the worst expense....shipping the parts! If possible, then I would have both so that one is set up for one task (plowing) and another is set up for another task (mowing....or whatever task you may need it dedicated for). You are smart for weighing your options....good move.

One thing Sam didn't mention, "I hates that varmit!"

Cub Cadet 123

[drglinski]

Ever since dad brought home his 782 I haven't been completely won over by the red ones...maybe because it's something to do with it red and not yellow/white...

when they run good they work good. When they need help, they can be a PITA to fix IMO.

[clint]

I would much rather use a 682 than the 1250, I don't disagree with sam mac much but this is one area we have different opinions on the KT 17 series II the twin cylinder engines are so much smoother you will soon be spoiled by the smooth quite engine !! They may be more expensive to rebuild, an option on the 682 is to upgrade engine if you have major mechanical problems the 82 series frame will accommodate many engines Magnum 18, another kt 7 of course and B&S vanguard. The only things that fall short on the 682 is the rear end is aluminum which is no big deal if the rear end ever gave problems you could replace with cast iron. The 682 will serve you well, be n upgrade to your 1250, and you can look around to find a good deck, and mule drive... if you put a 46 GT deck on it you have a really nice outfit.

If $200 will not break your piggy bank keep the 1250 as it looks like a nice tractor in the pictures, and you will miss it also years from now especially if it's your first cub you will regret getting rid of it for $200.

[Sam Mac]

Originally Posted by clint

I would much rather use a 682 than the 1250, I don't disagree with sam mac much but this is one area we have different opinions on the KT 17 series II the twin cylinder engines are so much smoother you will soon be spoiled by the smooth quite engine !! They may be more expensive to rebuild, an option on the 682 is to upgrade engine if you have major mechanical problems the 82 series frame will accommodate many engines Magnum 18, another kt 7 of course and B&S vanguard. The only things that fall short on the 682 is the rear end is aluminum which is no big deal if the rear end ever gave problems you could replace with cast iron. The 682 will serve you well, be n upgrade to your 1250, and you can look around to find a good deck, and mule drive... if you put a 46 GT deck on it you have a really nice outfit.

If $200 will not break your piggy bank keep the 1250 as it looks like a nice tractor in the pictures, and you will miss it also years from now especially if it's your first cub you will regret getting rid of it for $200.

Clint

You and I are actually in complete agreement. The KT series 2 and the Mag's are very good. I would want to know how many hours it has on it. If it's under 500 I'd do it in a NY minute. Up around 1000 I'd think about going inside and replacing the rods and gov gear before it fails then you have something that you know. Aluminum rears are not an issue, just stick a set of rear-end braces from Xtreme on them and forget about it. If you want to re-power it keep your eye out for any of the following Cub 2160, 2164, 2165, 2185 they make great organ donors. Hope this is of some help.