Thanks for the welcome, and for the replies. Yes, Iowa would be a bit of a haul...And a snowmobile from Texas? ....Gotta love JD enthusiasts. I am about an hour south of Buffalo, NY so if you're serious, and would be coming nearby let me know. As for the lead near Erie, PA- that would just be an aft...

Hello All- Talk about a newbie....I am brand new to the group, and will be brand new to snowmobiling as soon as I buy a sled. Since I know really nothing about snowmobiles, I would like to get started with a vintage JD sled that doesn't need and major work, while adding some more green to my garage....