Wideframe tail lights
 

I’d like to replace the rear reflectors on my 1450 with tail lights. What are the options out there? Will the ‘82 series lights work with some modification or is there another aftermarket light that will fit? I’d like it to look somewhat factory and wideframe tail lights don’t seem to be available anywhere.

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Grote #47732

Thanks! Those look very close.

What about the Peterson v2546? Looks like some guys are using those too.

If your not too persnickety there are these at HF....

https://www.harborfreight.com/red-cl...air-93227.html

Never understood red tail lights on a mower. Not really a road machine. Personally I would replace them with something that would light up behind you so you can see. If you are restoring it and want red, I understand that too.

That's what I have on my 108 and they are super bright, they are almost brighter than the headlight's in the snow.

My 1450 came from the factory with lights and some one has robbed them at some point in its life. I would like to return it to factory or at least close to factory as I reasonably can. I already replaced the front lights, the wiring and the switch in still there.

That Petersen number is just a lens... does not include the base... BUT i have used these lenses on the original Cub Cadet base... it fits and works great! I believe Charlie at CC specialties may have some NOS bases.. you would have to call him and see.. I don't think they are on his website

You will have to make a recess with a hole saw in the fender pan to make these lights fit. And, they are a bit pricey, but,..hey the're Grote.

There's a picture of how I made them fit in one of my threads;

https://www.onlycubcadets.net/forum/...364#post325364

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The Grote 47732 lights are real nice, I have a set on my 86. I made spacers out of a piece of wood so I wouldn't have to cut the fenders.

I've used Truck-Lite model 18s as well but the screws don't line up with OEM. They do fit in the pocket of the fender though.

I've used a variety of lights, including NOS replacements. For a real restoration, I'd go with NOS lights. Some of my real workers, weekly mowers for example, I've used the Grote or one similar to the HF light.

On my 1000 restoration, my most complete and accurate restoration, now basically a garage queen, I found NOS lights. Just need to be persistent and have deep pockets. :biggrin2:

That's a good idea.:beerchug:

I'd like to see a picture of that...:bigthink:

I’ll probably go with the Grote. Maybe I’ll use a piece of wood or metal for a spacer too. I’m Interested in pics of that.

If you decide on the piece of wood approach, i suggest plastic instead. A chunk of a white kitchen cutting board would be just about the same in terms of making the piece, but not bothered by water or rot.

Not so much about seeing as it is about being seen. Ya flatlanders have more daylight longer and aren't out plowin snow when it is dark at 5:30 in the evenin', so ya wanna be seen if ya are by the roadway.

Cub Cadet 123

I'll get you guys a pic tomorrow. Trust me, it isn't anything special. It is just a piece of scrap wood I had lying around. I needed the lights so I could plow at night and not get hit. I didn't want to drill my fenders out since the 86 is a bit on the rare side.

When I used my Cubs to plow snow, I started about 8:00 at night, and worked well past midnight. Believe me, those little red lights don't do much when you are sideways to a street, or, once they are covered in snow. But the 4 work lights I added stand out much better.
As an avid motorcyclist, and life long farmer, I assume no one sees me, so I look and watch out for them. No one watches for motorcycles, and most people think they can beat farm equipment or don't realize how slow they are moving. If you want to be "seen" plowing snow, put an amber beacon light on the tractor.

I already have one of those! :biggrin2:

Cub Cadet 123

There ya go!! :beerchug:

or wear a Beacon Beanie.....