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Old 10-22-2020, 10:25 AM
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If the engine is not stuck, the tires hold air and all the major pieces and parts are there, it would be worth the $175 in my area.

FWIW, it appears to be in better shape than my 123 was when I got it.
Also, those rear tires are the same tread pattern that is on my 123. I always assumed they were original, but I can't prove it.
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7 years is a while, though it doesn't quite beat the 30 years my 107 went through. Wouldn't be the first time I've had to free up a hydro control lever. In fact, my 147 is sitting there waiting for me to free up it's hydro lever. The brown beneath the seat is actually a custom metal pan that seems to have been bolted under the seat to help strengthen the fiberglass, so basically yes it's a PO mod. I'm curious if the seller still has a deck or the trac vac from it or not.
You should see if he does, it would make for a better deal.

Here is what 150.00 gets you in jersey...
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You should see if he does, it would make for a better deal.

Here is what 150.00 gets you in jersey...
Holy cow... that is a nice machine for $150. Goodness, the seat is in perfect condition! The 123 isn't very common around here, and the only similar machine I've seen is my friend's 122. I will ask the seller if He has any of the attachments for the tractor.
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Old 10-22-2020, 02:27 PM
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You better grab it before someone else does.
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Old 10-22-2020, 08:27 PM
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The tires have a unique tread pattern and if they are not in horrible shape, then they can be desirable to keep on the tractor, so while they are consumables, they are also "collectible" to some people. Spritzing carb cleaner into a carb trying to get the engine running is not a very safe idea! Its dangerous to the individual and harmful to the engine and I would not recommend that you do this.

Likewise, the heat shield is desirable to a collector because of the angle on it. They are less common than the flat ones, as are the seat and reflectors. Look up a pair of the reflectors on EBAY and see what they are going for. Some people on the forum aren't just enthusiast but also collectors and keeping our tractors as original as possible is important to some.

Turn the engine over and check for compression, check the oil for water in it, gently lift the tow switch and see if it functions or is present and if so, then move the tractor a few feet while listening to the rear end move to hear any unusually loud whining sounds (it should whine a little bit), weigh your options and make your choice. If the man does not know much about cubs, then treat him fairly and then both people will be satisfied with an "honest" deal at the end of the day.

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Well sir. I've been on this coil for more than 60 years. I've been around every kind of internal combustion engine ever devised. In all that time, with many years of experience, I've use the carb cleaner spray test methods hundreds of times. Never have I had a problem with it. If one sprays way, way too much into the intake, and there is a backfire, or valve timing issue, it might produce a bit of flame backup. But - for a tractor engine, on a steel frame, with no other combustibles around, it's really quite safe.

More important, it's highly effective. There are three things needed for an ICE engine to run. Compression, a timed spark(non-diesel), and a suitable mixture of fuel and air. It has been my experience that a previously running engine will have enough compression to fire if the spark and mixture are present. Since the spark requirement is mostly binary, either there or not there, that leaves testing with fresh fuel. Carb cleaner is an excellent fuel source, plus it helps clean the carb inlet in the process.

I would be - amazed if there were any negative repercussions from a few spritzes of carb cleaner into the intake while cranking. Amazed.
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Old 10-22-2020, 08:50 PM
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Now please guys, don't start a fight in my thread. Only point of this was to ask y'all if this 123 is worth purchasing. By the looks of things, it seems everyone thinks it is, so I will probably bring it home soon enough .

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In my neck of the woods where tractors are scarce or almost nonexistent
it would be worth it in minute. A lot of entertainment for the money.
Of course it will cost you more then that in the long run. But what the heck,
lot worse ways to spend your hard earned cash.
Have to agree there, lots of worse ways I could spend my money. Could be like the other folks in my generation, spending it on things for video games
Kinda glad I got into this hobby and not that to be honest. I'll tell you guys what happens depending on if I get the machine or not.
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Now please guys, don't start a fight in my thread. Only point of this was to ask y'all if this 123 is worth purchasing. By the looks of things, it seems everyone thinks it is, so I will probably bring it home soon enough
No, I don't engage in that sort of thing and I think this forum has already seen too much of that in the past. Common sense needs no adornment or further justification. Just always practice safety in everything that you do. Hope you get your 123 and enjoy bringing it back to life with many great years of service ahead!

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Old 10-23-2020, 12:24 AM
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Looking forward to an update on your 123 find. It looks quite good for the price, I know I paid 250 for one years ago not running and missing some small parts
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No, I don't engage in that sort of thing and I think this forum has already seen too much of that in the past. Common sense needs no adornment or further justification. Just always practice safety in everything that you do. Hope you get your 123 and enjoy bringing it back to life with many great years of service ahead!

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The internet is a wonderful thing. Should be chock full of reports of fires, damage, injury from using carb cleaner to start an engine. Back it up, mi amigo.
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Well, I have made the decision, and the tractor will be coming home with me soon. In the meantime, because I know you all like pictures so much, here's something from today: Our 1863, parked next to my new O. A bit hard to see, as it was already getting dark out (darn winter is coming fast!) Quite the difference over the years, but one thing that remains the same is...
The style of rear rims!

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I also found this website and was very disappointed that of all the NF's, it didn't have any info on the 107!! https://www.tractor-specs.net/cub-cadet-lawn-tractors
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'71 106 with 38" deck
'70 147R with factory replacement k321, 42" deck
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1863 with 54" deck
'46 Farmall H, '50 Farmall Cub

105 x2 (parts)
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