I haven't posted here for years...and am now reviving my 123 after almost 10 years of storage.
I bought it very used in 1997, rebuilt the Kohler, the hydro, replaced the brake linings (last part out of the housing on a 123) and then my 123 worked hard on 2 acres in MN, mowing, raking leaves, hauling dirt/rock, and blowing snow.
Now it is coming out of retirement in CA to rebuild my backyard with a rear blade and mower.
I am amazed that I can still order parts, many parts, for my 1967 123.
Best of all, I am also amazed at the contributions from this group to the Cub Cadet knowledge base. I have looked up answers to many problems on the faqs and by searching past posts.
And the parts I bought from this forum over the years are now being installed and they all fit.
This week I split the tractor, installed the #$%#! hydro gasket again, replaced the leaking suction line, installed a helper spring for the lift, fixed all the other leaks, carb kit, new battery, will be ready to go tomorrow.
Thanks for maintaining such a great website and knowledge base. I grew up with IH, my Dad was an IH dealer in southwestern MN for over 50 years and it is great to see that red/yellow still lives.