I have a 784 which is exactly the same as your 782 but with hydraulic ports on the for a power angle on a snow blade/snow blower. My pto squeals at times aswell if it’s not used, I spray it with some kind of lube I like pb lube and it’s fine. You have one of the best cub cadets they made in my opinion enjoy it.
That machine turned out great, I scored a 782 about two years ago with a blown KT17 series I and rebuilt that engine using a spare short block KT17 I got years ago. I want to go through and redo the machine like you did at some point, clean up some of the other projects then start on it. I want to get the rear 3 point and add the AUX hydraulic ports to the front of mine when it gets done.
Very nice place you have. Also the project end up a very practical. Indicates to me that when you get rid of something it's because it dies. Thanks for sharing.
I recently found a 782, thinking of picking it up. Condition doesn't appear to be as good as yours at the start. What do you figure you have in yours now?
