For $150 I'd buy the darn thing, take the blade off to clean and paint, park the 149 back next to the woods covered, and move on to the next cub. That right there will have you ahead in the deal. Look for another 149 (cheap) or a good used K321 at your leasure and wala!

my .02.....Wayne

I just called the seller and he said he just sold the blade. He also said he wants $85 for the rearend only. I may just buy the whole thing.

You might also price the parts for the lift. The parts are worth more than $150, if you include the control valve.