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Old 03-03-2013, 08:47 PM
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Pretty solid I am picking up an 1863 but I got a line on a 1282 also both are in great shape. So my question which is better? I am nearly certain I will end up with both somehow but just curious, aside from the 1863 having hydraulic lift and the 1282 has an armstrong lift. Now I don't really need either of them but I have caught this crazy a$$ disease.. Thoughts??
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Just go ahead and keep both of 'em. One's yeller and white, and the other's red. You've gotta have at least one red one in your collection. Can't wait to see some pics!
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I see your problem they are both great tractors and your sig block does not show either series in your stable. I am a fan of the comfortable seating position and look of the Cyclops, the hydro lift, hefty wheel bearings and I like 18hp vs 12. The 1282 is a great tractor with a steel hood and side panels. I am leaning toward the Cyclops but it would really depend on which one is in the better overall condition. Pictures would be great. You know you Neeeeed both
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Get them both Earl!!
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Cyclops...If it has good plastic....Be nice if it has the dual hydraulic controls...
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Need both? How long before you run out of storage? Oh ya, your in the warm south, you don't need storage. Mike
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For me the the 1863 would be in my garage. The 1282's are nice and rare.
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Pretty solid I am picking up an 1863 but I got a line on a 1282 also both are in great shape. So my question which is better? I am nearly certain I will end up with both somehow but just curious, aside from the 1863 having hydraulic lift and the 1282 has an armstrong lift. Now I don't really need either of them but I have caught this crazy a$$ disease.. Thoughts??
No brainer for me the 1863. CH18, hydro lift, better steering etc. If you still want a 1282 it's basically the same as a 1210 and I have one of those for sale.
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Get them both Earl!!
I have to agree with Mike!
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I would go with the 1282 just because I like metal hoods over plastic. I've already decided that the 1811 that I bought will be the newest one I'll ever own. They had already beginning to cheapen them up on the 1811.
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