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Originally Posted by thenrie
I just posted on the 682 thread that it looks like that's what I'm going to do, although I may not go with the pre-packaged Vanguard re-power kit. Then again, I may. I'm going to see if I can stick my K341 in it for a temporary fix, while I shop around for a good replacement motor...or until I get my 1650 finished. I just decided I really like my 682 and I really don't like the new models. They look like plastic toys and I'm not real sure they will be around in another 30 years, like my 1650 and 682 will be. I just have a hard time laying down that much money on something that doesn't need any work! I know. My wife doesn't understand it either.
Power steering would be nice, though...Maybe a 2072 some day.
Thanks for the help and interest, guys.
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I feel your pain. You got work to do, but need a tractor to get it done, but don't want to rush in and do something you might regret. I've come to the conclusion with my own fleet of various color tractors, including a 1650, that these things are always going need some tinkering of some sort. Sometimes major, sometimes minor. Bottom line is that one tractor needs to be something myself, my Wife or boys can flick the switch and go - no fiddling required. Last year I bought a lightweight Cub Cadet LTX1042 for my crew to use - especially my Wife. Foot controls, easy on/off, etc. That little tractor has been GREAT!!! I realize it ain't no IH or SGT, but for mowing, it does a teriffic job and takes the pressure/fuss off my fleet of heavy metal tractors. Just a thought, you might find a low priced rider to get your mowing done and in doing so give some breathing room for your 682 and other fine machines.
Good luck,
Bill