Johnson Loader update: Finally gettin' it on the 129

red56turbo · #1 02-27-2011, 11:51 PM

Finally had some free time to start putting the Johnson on the 129. Gonna use it some to work out any bugs, then take it off to paint later. I was able to get both stanchions bolted on and the pump mounted. Only thing left to do is get the loader arms and bucket in place and hook up the plumbing. Few other odds and ends to do on the 129 also. More pics to come when it's fully mounted and in motion. The last two pics show how the pump mounts and how it tucks in nicely. Sorry about the messy shop. Next thing to get done when the weather finally warms up.

#2 02-28-2011, 12:11 AM

Looking good!! Can't wait to get my loader

Thanks for the pics.

ACecil · #3 02-28-2011, 12:52 AM

Awesome job! Can't wait to see the loader on your 129!

Methos · #4 02-28-2011, 03:15 AM

Looking great! Keep up the good work!

MrGitrdone41 · #5 02-28-2011, 05:20 PM

Looking good on the loader!

red56turbo · #6 03-02-2011, 12:45 PM

Thanks guys for the comments. I hope to get some more work done today and will post pics if I get some progress done. Can't wait to play around with this thing!

ddickerson · #7 03-03-2011, 02:36 AM

looks great,loaders rule get some pics in action also!!!

manyhobies · #8 03-03-2011, 11:44 PM

Looks like some good progress on the loader install!

I'm new to the Cub Cadet world. What is the going rate($$) for loaders for our tractors? How many differnet models of loaders were made?

Thanks!

Dan

red56turbo · #9 03-04-2011, 01:30 PM

Dan,
I never was looking for a loader until a buddy came over to my place with his Johnson. I was hooked and now don't know how I ever collected cubs without one

! There are Johnsons, Dancos, and Kwikways. Some guys have nice homebuilt models, too. Kwikway still makes em brand new and IIRC, they are around the $3000 range?? The Dancos, older Kwikways, and Johnsons range from $500-$1200 range depending on what they look like, model, if they work, and location. This is usually for just the loader. Ya might find a good deal and get one for the lower range or less.

Update on my loader. It's one the 129 and works like a dream. I plan to snap some pics today and will get em posted. Need to get some weight on the rear, though.

manyhobies · #10 03-04-2011, 09:06 PM

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Originally Posted by red56turbo

Dan,
I never was looking for a loader until a buddy came over to my place with his Johnson. I was hooked and now don't know how I ever collected cubs without one

! There are Johnsons, Dancos, and Kwikways. Some guys have nice homebuilt models, too. Kwikway still makes em brand new and IIRC, they are around the $3000 range?? The Dancos, older Kwikways, and Johnsons range from $500-$1200 range depending on what they look like, model, if they work, and location. This is usually for just the loader. Ya might find a good deal and get one for the lower range or less.

Update on my loader. It's one the 129 and works like a dream. I plan to snap some pics today and will get em posted. Need to get some weight on the rear, though.

red56turbo

Thanks for the well written reply! I'll keep my eyes open for a loader that needs a home!

I have a neighbor that has a small garden tractor with a loader sitting outside. I don't know the make of the tractor. However, I do know this guy will not sell it. He says that it needs the steering fixed. Since I've asked him about it, he has purchased a larger tractor with a cab and loader. He wants to fix it and take it to his cabin.