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Kohler command into a B-80?

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I have a nice B-80 that I want as my pull/yard tractor. I posted pics of it when I got it. I sold the k181 out of it and recouped some money and got a nice running Command 12.5 that I want to install. I don't like battery ignitions and originally was going to go with a clone motor. Has anyone tried a swap like this? It will cost me nothing to try it anyways. Only problem could be belt and hood clearances.

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I put a Command 11.5 into a Commando 800.   It fit without problems.  Had to modify the belt guard a little.  

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1 hour ago, N3PUY said:

I put a Command 11.5 into a Commando 800.   It fit without problems.  Had to modify the belt guard a little.  

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Thanks for the info. Cool tractor! Can I trouble you for some pics? 

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I did the engine swap and am quite happy how well it turned out. I was able to reuse everything that came off the cub except for the huge muffler I need to modify or search for something that will work. I need to hook up the throttle cable, wire the lights and cover the wiring with some corrugated wire sheath. I have a set of wheel weights to put on that are 105 lbs apiece and two more 40 lb plates that I can stack on top those. I recently picked up a nice set of 6-12 ags but they just don't look right on these style tractors with the wide front axle so I will wait for the rears to blow out from dry rot then replace them. This one is going to be a worker around my yard.

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