Ih 982

[Mountain Heritage]

Yes, they are rare around here - but I am just trying to figure out what is "too much" to spend on a tractor? Like everyone else in the world, getting something the cheapest is great. After all, the less money I spend on the tractor, the more I have to put towards a 3pth for the unit. So another dumb question - if this unit doesn't have the dual brake pedal on it - can I add it if I was to find a set off a wreck? I know Matt built his own for one of his cubs - but can I add or build pair for this 982 and add them with little problems?

[Matt G.]

I want to say the brackets for those are integral to the frame on these, but don't quote me on that. BTW when those show up on ebay, they tend to go for close to $200, or at least they used to. Haven't bothered to watch a set since I figured out how to make them :biggrin2.gif:

[Mountain Heritage]

Nice...smart guy in university figures out how to make them....wouldn't want to go into production for some us who may be in need!?? So, you think the tractor is too much for what your getting Matt - $2500.00 us?

[Matt G.]

I think I'd want it to have at least turning brakes and front hydraulic outlets to be worth more...I was offered a 982 with 60" deck, 3-point, front outlets, blade, and turning brakes for $2500. That would have been a pretty good deal if I'd have had the $$$$.

I need to make a set of pedals for my 582 and another set for my diesel. I haven't quite got the geometry right...the first set works, but they hurt your foot. I have corrected the design but probably won't be making another set until spring. If I knew there was demand for them, I *might* be talked into making tooling and producing a few sets to sell.

[jcrews]

Mountain Heritage
From your description and the low hours I would offer $1500.00 and all they can say is no or yes and you then can have an idea what they want for it.My 982 has dual brakes and if you would like some pictures to help with your setup let me know.

[Mountain Heritage]

yes I would like to see some pictures if you have time to send over

[hawgwilde]

I purchased one last year..it was a good deal..I'm sure it's worth more than what I paid, but the point is it's a great tractor..no options..bare bones, but i'm 6'4" tall..a very comfortable machine..maybe a little to large for my hills and dale yard, but I plan on making it a workhorse , not just for mowing..realize this was a $6000 tractor in 1980..different areas command different prices..but I've always felt, if I want something bad enough, if I have the money, and the bills are paid, I buy it!!..no regrets..after all these years, I have felt these are the finest garden tractors ever made..and I've tried allot of the other brands, or worked on em' for friends..

[Mountain Heritage]

I think I am going to have to agree with pretty much everything you all have said. Hey hawgwilde....got any more pictures of your 982 to share with me? Would like to examine these tractors some more. you have a 50" or 60" deck on yours. I too am a little larger, 6' tall, 230Lbs., mostly legs, that is one thing with my Poulin Pro I have now - all in all its a great tractor, a littls small for me, due to my size, but it was the right price when I was looking. No regrets with it at all, just wish I had a larger deck but can't put one on this model, I am at the max with it right now. Anyone have any other input on Matt's comment about putting the 3pth on these 982's - do you need a special frame that is drilled during production or is there just a bracket that I could buy now on e-bay or from a junker that will bolt on to make the addition possible?

So I have learned that Cummins is now selling the Onan parts in Canada - they bought them out a while ago supposedly. Don't know if they still make the Onan engine or if they were just swallowed up by Cummins for their idea's and renamed and repainted red??? But at least they still stock the parts for them. Talked to local IH dealer - they have no trouble getting the parts for an Onan engine. They have them in some of the older skid steers and welders supposedly??

What happens if I blew up an Onan - what engine would bolt into this 982 in the future, would you go with a Briggs or a Kohler? Or is back to personal preference? Didn't know if one fit in better than the other?

[Matt G.]

The 3-point bolts on...all the holes and stuff are there. I should have clarified that in my message. Just about any engine will fit in there...that's the beauty of the 82 series tractors. I'm a Kohler guy, but just about any 18-15 hp opposed or V-twin engine will fit in there.

[Mountain Heritage]

Sounds good Matt, so.....the guy that offered you the 982...does he still have it? Since your are tied up with books now, any chance of letting us all in on the great deal you had offered to you? :O)