So I found another Hydrostatic Bolens, this time it has a Wisconsin in it! I really don't have any complaints of the Tecumseh so far in the 1556, but how can I turn down a 1256? Basically seems like the same tractor minus three horsepower and a different motor. I'm curious to see how much difference there really is. Anyone else have this combo of tractors or something similar? I'm anxious to go get it, but with the next few days being an awesome reason to celebrate for the 4th, I'm going to have to wait until early next week to get it...unless I talk my wife into going sooner...hmmm....It comes with a tiller too. Getting it for a song. Seat looks nice, seat color seems off to be original...or is it?
Anyway, I'm excited. There is also a 1254 available that I may pick up in the same trip. Now that'd be an interesting comparison. What I've found is the 1254 is not Hydrostatic, and being that it is geared it should be better for tilling. Any opinions on this? What's the better tractor, 1256 or 1254? I don't know if there is a better tractor...just differences in how you're going to use the tractor...
What is the red knob in the first picture, goes through the rear fender to something?