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by kenty
Mon Jun 05, 2023 6:02 pm
Forum: CCC and MTD Built Cub cadets
Topic: 1440 w/ cracked B&S model 29 V-twin
Replies: 6
Views: 1767

Re: 1440 w/ cracked B&S model 29 V-twin

Thanks Big Mike for the offer...been busy with new job and have put projects on the back burner.  I will surely be back in touch  when the dust settles !    
by kenty
Wed May 31, 2023 12:51 pm
Forum: CCC and MTD Built Cub cadets
Topic: 1440 w/ cracked B&S model 29 V-twin
Replies: 6
Views: 1767

Re: 1440 w/ cracked B&S model 29 V-twin

tempImageRt2WyL.gif Once we figure out the fix, I thought of having a min of 1/8" plate steel cut to the size of the base.  Since the base is drilled with extra holes, I will mirror the 8 holes and use those extras to mount the plate directly to the B&S base.  Then the engine would mount to the eng...
by kenty
Wed May 31, 2023 12:28 pm
Forum: CCC and MTD Built Cub cadets
Topic: 1440 w/ cracked B&S model 29 V-twin
Replies: 6
Views: 1767

Re: 1440 w/ cracked B&S model 29 V-twin

As requested---Here's a pic of inside.  Scratching with pick I think I can feel an imperfection... 

inside view
inside view
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by kenty
Tue May 30, 2023 6:22 pm
Forum: CCC and MTD Built Cub cadets
Topic: 1440 w/ cracked B&S model 29 V-twin
Replies: 6
Views: 1767

1440 w/ cracked B&S model 29 V-twin

Back on Feb 22nd, I began posting about a ’92 1440 cyclops I bought that had sat since ’21 that the PO advised it smoked a bunch having blown a head gasket.  After checking for price/ availability of repowering, I opted to open the engine up but first I must be able to “see” the engine.  This engine...
by kenty
Tue Apr 18, 2023 10:05 am
Forum: CCC and MTD Built Cub cadets
Topic: Greetings to Cycloppers
Replies: 5
Views: 1751

Re: Greetings to Cycloppers

Hello all, After many days searching for the least expensive mean to support my cyclops 1440 rehab, I opted to rebuild the engine,diy. The POs had begun minor disassembly by detaching some external parts, muffler, tin & disconnecting wiring.  Leaving me a basket of “where did this part go?” To clea...
by kenty
Fri Feb 24, 2023 2:49 pm
Forum: CCC and MTD Built Cub cadets
Topic: Greetings to Cycloppers
Replies: 5
Views: 1751

Re: Greetings to Cycloppers

Gents,
Thanks for moving me to the right spot. I see a few used one here and there ( eBay, Craigslist, Facebook etc ) but not too sure of buying someone else's
problem. A Short Block may be the way to go but I am still in the exploratory phase. So please keep the suggestions coming ! :)
by kenty
Wed Feb 22, 2023 11:58 pm
Forum: CCC and MTD Built Cub cadets
Topic: Greetings to Cycloppers
Replies: 5
Views: 1751

Greetings to Cycloppers

(Moved from Welcome Mat to CCC forum; Tom) Hello members and especially the Cycloppers, I am new to this forum, and seeking the “wisdom of the forum” regarding a newly purchased 1992ish 1440 Hydro Cub Cadet. The CC is in rough shape. The PO advise approx. 4 years ago she was mowing (42” deck) and t...