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Hubnut 
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Posted: 07 Mar 2018 at 6:32pm |
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I found a non-running B12 locally, but the guy wants $350 for it. Seems way high to me, but I'm new to this category of machines. Any input would be appreciated.
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jaybmiller
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Posted: 07 Mar 2018 at 7:42pm |
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I just picked up a RUNNING lawntractor and a RUNNING snowblower for $100. #50 is waay too much for a non runner,unless it's in showroom condition. Member you can't check engine, tranny,deck spindles, etc. and all them parts can cost a lot of coins to fix up.Heck, up here the battery is a $50 bill these days! So you could easily have $500 into the beastie ONLY to find out it needs anotehr 1,000 to make it cut grass.
Now for comparison,I do have a B212 with a rebuilt deck(NEW shell, spindles, blades) AND a rototiller and have $400 into it.
If money's no object and it's nice,maybe 350 ain't bad but...just be prepared.
Jay
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talntedmrgreen
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Posted: 08 Mar 2018 at 10:23am |
Depends on a few variables. It could have $350 or more worth of options, accessories or attachments. A good condition original B-12 carries higher than typical collector value, even without a motor. A optionless, nonrunning B series is always worth a baseline $100 if it's in decent shape. I would say a nonrunning B-12 that doesn't have any obvious transmission, BGB or engine issues, has it's original seat frame and fair cosmetics, will be worth about $250-300. A 12 horse briggs to drop in, is cheap. Getting one going if it doesn't need an overhaul or major repair can be a simple matter of maintenance.
I would wiggle things that shouldn't wiggle, to see if there's any issues in the drivetrain and motor, and if that feels good, base the value on the cosmetic appeal. Pictures would help tremendously, as the options could really make it a good deal if there are any.
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jaybmiller
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Posted: 08 Mar 2018 at 12:57pm |
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the problem with a non runner is HOW to you check for 'obvious transmission problems'...well, aside from huge oil leak on the bottom...especially if you're new to the 'restore a rider club' and know diddlysquat about them.
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Hubnut
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Posted: 08 Mar 2018 at 5:57pm |
Thanks guys. I do only know diddlysquat about these. That is why I appreciate all the advice. Here is a picture--although not a very good one. 
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1940 B "Lucy"
1941 B w/ Woods L59 "Flavia"
1942 B w/ finish mower "Dick"
1941 C w/ 3-point "Maggie"
1947 C SFW w/ L306 "Trixie"
1972 314H
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jaybmiller
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Posted: 09 Mar 2018 at 12:52pm |
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obvious damage includes...
mangled right fender
torn/busted seat
battery acid damaged tin at console
no battery
flat right rear(sidewall kaput ?)
no deck( off-stored ??)
none of these are a deal breaker but a great excuse to lower the price...
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Posted: 09 Mar 2018 at 12:55pm |
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Looks pretty good yet. Must have been kept inside.
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ACmowerguy
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Posted: 10 Mar 2018 at 9:53pm |
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No rare options but it does look complete. The fender may be an issue of just the mounting screws being missing as its no longer attached at the rear two mounting holes and fenders are easy enough to find if damaged beyond repair. The original seat parts are also all present. Nearly all of these old B-Series will show oil leaks on the trans because there was no o-ring or seal on the shifter shaft so that is a leak point was well as the rear axle seals commonly leak.
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ACmowerguy
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Posted: 10 Mar 2018 at 9:54pm |
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I agree with Josh (Mr.Green) on pricing too.
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Mikez
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Posted: 10 Mar 2018 at 10:00pm |
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Yup. Other then what these others said I noticed is the hood what you see is in good shape. Ours start cracking on the more used tractors and end up sitting in the corner of shop
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