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Old 11-22-2011, 02:57 PM
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Default 1450 Blowing Smoke at Start Up
I'm a newbie and dropping a line to say hi. I've recently acquired a 1450, and have an engine question. I acquired this tractor from my little brother, who rebuilt the motor a few years back. All new piston, rings, rod and valves. Ever since the rebuild, the engine smokes like crazy for the first twenty seconds or so of operation, but then stops smoking after that. The smoke appears to be blue in color. The motor seems to have plenty of power with no unusual noises. Any idears of potential causes??

I'll post some pictures later tonight. Seems my drive shaft coupler (to the hydro) has some slop and needs repaired as well. Installed dual hydraulics last weekend, and picked up a hydraulic angle blade for the upcoming snow. Just tired of getting smoked out of the garage at initial start up
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Old 11-22-2011, 03:21 PM
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Looking forward to your pics! Going to let the motor guys jump in and give their input.
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Glad to have you! Can't wait to see your pics.
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Here's the picture as promised. This picture was taken four years ago when the Cub was being used to till up my back yard for new sod...


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Are you sure that there's the proper amount of oil (and not too much?).
Do you top off the oil before this happens?

What is the level of oil before and after the smoking happens? Noticeably different?

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Thanks John. Oil levels are fine and happens when no oil is added. I did notice something odd. We fixed an oil leak, and replaced the gasket at the valve access panel/breather. The inner plate was properly oriented. After the repair, the engine did not smoke when we started it. Maybe a fluke thing?? It sure smoked the times we started it after that
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