Sickle mower value

[Geno 1,928]

Found a sickle mower side mount but it fits an old Cub Cadet.  I was told this company (can't remember the name) made the Wheel Horse sickle also.  The mounting will not be right for the Wheel Horse, the pulley goes all the way to the front.  It does work and everything moves freely.  Any ideas? 

 

If I bought this thing could the Wheel Horse mount be found and put on the sickle to make it a Wheel Horse sickle?      

Edited July 29, 2014 by Geno

[CasualObserver 3,406]

If it's from an old Cub it is probably a Haban. I can't tell you what it would take to change it, but there would likely be several modifications to be made mostly in mounting brackets, pulleys and belt routing as the Cub engine sits 90 degrees off with the PTO in the front.  I think  you'd be farther ahead if you can buy it low and sell high to a Cub Collector and put the profit toward a Wheel Horse one. This older equipment is already in limited quantities for all brands of tractors.... and things like side mount sickles always bring a good price on the OEM collector market. Cub guys are looking for Cub sickles every bit as much as Wheel Horse guys are looking for Wheel Horse ones.

[Geno 1,928]

Thank you, sounds like very good advise.  What do you think it would be worth as the Cub setup?  It has been kept inside, most all of the white paint is still on the mount and original.  I think it's a 4' or better sickle.

[CasualObserver 3,406]

I haven't watched Cub attachment prices for a while, but if it's complete and in decent shape, I'd think $500 is a good starting point. I don't recall ever seeing sickles of any brand sell for much over that.  I'd think that should at least field you some offers to think about.  Just checked the bay... looks like two setups have sold recently... one for $450 and one for 500 after (after being listed more than once).  Either way, good luck with your hunt.

[Geno 1,928]

Thank you so much, that helps a lot.