Opinions of the 1650

rlueders · #1 09-01-2010, 12:51 AM

I have a chance to get a 1650 thats in good shape (needs paint decals and some TLC). I have an Original, a 104 and a 149 and would like a QL series as I haven't fixed one up yet.

I would probably sell the 149 if I get it (only because storage is an issue) and I'm wondering what people think of the 1650. I have a front blade and back blade to fit it but the deck is in real nice shape. I do all my mowing with the 104 so thats not an issue. I prefer using the 104 over my new green thing to cut grass.

I'd like to hear back from 1650 owners.

Thanks
Richard Lueders

CMA's129 · #2 09-01-2010, 01:00 AM

Don't no much about QL's but I do know our new green thing backfires loud enough to cause heart attacks every time you shut it down. I would push it to the curb for the junk man and save the room for the 149, I've got two of them. Don't get me wrong I like the 108,128 and my129 but headlights and hydros are awsome when it comes to lifting a tiller or blowing snow at night!

kwduffy · #3 09-01-2010, 01:05 AM

Had a 1650 for a while and it was a great machine, had plenty of power to do anything I wanted it to do. Mow, plow, snow duty, grade, etc. I would run out of traction before I ran out of power.

Only thing that is a PITA can be the iso mounts, specially since the K341 is a monster to move if you dont have a few good friends or an engine hoist.

Trans is pretty easy to service with the removable tunner cover, never had any charging or electrical issues with mine either.

I would buy another in a second.

Cub Cadet 123 · #4 09-01-2010, 01:13 AM

Sorry, don't own a 1650, but I'm in with CMA's129. I'd try to find a way of keeping the 149 if at all possible. I really like mine, but I also understand the finite space issue---we just don't have the heart to keep them outside!!:biggrin2.gif:

Cub Cadet 123

johncub7172 · #5 09-01-2010, 05:42 AM

Well hopefully someone can tell you more. Kohler 16 hydro. drive. A hyd. lift attachment as standard equipment. Optional and a industry first, a front auxiliary hyd. outlet. Another first was the Maintenance Minder which let you know how long the motor was running, when it is time for oil changes and filter replacements. 50+ optional attachments for the QL's. After serial no.632502 you have a 1" wheel spindel comming from a 3/4 wheel spindel. I dont have one, but thought it was fun to help out a little.

ACecil · #6 09-01-2010, 08:45 AM

I'd also go for the 1650, they are nice tractors. You can't beat the 16 hp Kohler, and hydraulic lift! I also agree with the other guys, I'd definitely find a way to keep the 149.

T-Mo · #7 09-01-2010, 11:30 AM

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Originally Posted by johncub7172

Well hopefully someone can tell you more. Kohler 16 hydro. drive. A hyd. lift attachment as standard equipment. Optional and a industry first, a front auxiliary hyd. outlet. Another first was the Maintenance Minder which let you know how long the motor was running, when it is time for oil changes and filter replacements. 50+ optional attachments for the QL's. After serial no.632502 you have a 1" wheel spindel comming from a 3/4 wheel spindel. I dont have one, but thought it was fun to help out a little.

The JD 140H3 had front auxiliary hydraulic ports when they came out in 1968, and there was an option for rear auxiliary ports. I'm sure there were others.

Lonestarcub · #8 09-09-2010, 02:06 PM

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Originally Posted by CMA's129

Don't no much about QL's but I do know our new green thing backfires loud enough to cause heart attacks every time you shut it down. I would push it to the curb for the junk man and save the room for the 149, I've got two of them. Don't get me wrong I like the 108,128 and my129 but headlights and hydros are awsome when it comes to lifting a tiller or blowing snow at night!

CMA's129 in reference to your JD backfire if you fail to throttle down for a few seconds before you turn it off it will backfire or the anti backfire fuel solenoid on the bottom of the carb bowl may be bad or stuck.

Take care,Bruce