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by mlamar
Wed Aug 05, 2015 8:46 am
Forum: The Coffee Shop
Topic: 1985 chevy Custom deluxe k30 restoration
Replies: 45
Views: 39504

Re: 1985 chevy Custom deluxe k30 restoration

One of my favorite trucks was a 1981 Chevy step side that I owned about 15 years ago. I restored it including a new wood bed. It had a strange setup for the manifolds, It was a six with one piece intake exhaust manifold. That little engine ran and ran. Wish I had it today. Wife was driving it around...
by mlamar
Wed Aug 05, 2015 8:40 am
Forum: Cub Cadets and Shooting the Breeze
Topic: THe boys
Replies: 5
Views: 4537

Re: THe boys

Nice group of Cubs. I think your correct on the ISO mounts. I did the sway bushing set up on a 1605 I had and switched back. Felt like I was being shaken off the seat at low speeds. Those decks such get the job done.
by mlamar
Mon Jun 30, 2014 9:12 am
Forum: Cub Cadets and Shooting the Breeze
Topic: Hit two Homeruns Today (Cub Cadet Style)
Replies: 11
Views: 8123

Re: Hit two Homeruns Today (Cub Cadet Style)

That's what I call a good day. Very clean. I'd love to be driving around looking for yellow gold in AL. Life is good. :notworthy:
by mlamar
Fri Jun 20, 2014 1:45 pm
Forum: Cub Cadets and Shooting the Breeze
Topic: Leopard Cub out for some fresh air
Replies: 5
Views: 4359

Re: Leopard Cub out for some fresh air

Thanks guys. Mr. Brown, I'm still looking for the right motor on the swap project
by mlamar
Thu Jun 19, 2014 10:57 am
Forum: Cub Cadets and Shooting the Breeze
Topic: Leopard Cub out for some fresh air
Replies: 5
Views: 4359

Leopard Cub out for some fresh air

Decided it was time to bring out my 123 for some fresh air and sunshine. I did this one a few years ago when I had some extra time on my hands. I used photos from the IH archives to make it as true to the original as possible. Each spot was done by hand over several evenings or should I say weeks af...
by mlamar
Tue May 20, 2014 9:02 am
Forum: Cub Cadets and Shooting the Breeze
Topic: Put my122 to work today
Replies: 2
Views: 2845

Re: Put my122 to work today

Your really working that 122. I like what I see. If your ever in the Ohio area bring your red 122 and I'll let you have some fun around my place with it. I always want a bucket on one of mine. Thumbs up
by mlamar
Tue May 20, 2014 8:58 am
Forum: Cub Cadets and Shooting the Breeze
Topic: I'm ok an so is the 12 hp
Replies: 1
Views: 2107

Re: I'm ok an so is the 12 hp

I once had one with what I thought was a knock and it turned out to be the front PTO, the pulley on the PTO basket weld cracked and separated and made the knocking noise some how :?: Glad to here your progress. Can't beat the old cast iron Kohlers!
by mlamar
Tue May 20, 2014 8:54 am
Forum: Cub Cadets and Shooting the Breeze
Topic: 126 almost ready for the garden
Replies: 15
Views: 9009

Re: 126 almost ready for the garden

That's one rare tractor, a red 126 has got to be one of a kind :notworthy: Seriously, it's an IH Cub Cadet and that's all that matters. I started out collecting IH Cub Cadets when I got my first one and it was a 126. That was 20 some years ago and over 200 Cub Cadets since. Love the 126. Have fun wi...
by mlamar
Tue May 20, 2014 8:47 am
Forum: Cub Cadets and Shooting the Breeze
Topic: Private Cub Cadet collection auction
Replies: 24
Views: 13710

Re: Private Cub Cadet collection auction

The scraper guy purchased all the remaining hoods, around 15 or so for something like $20 for all and turned around and sold them for $10 each to anyone wanting one. I don't know why those wanting one didn't get in on the original bid for them :?: He ended up scraping what was left. The scraper guy ...
by mlamar
Mon May 19, 2014 8:12 am
Forum: Cub Cadets and Shooting the Breeze
Topic: Private Cub Cadet collection auction
Replies: 24
Views: 13710

Re: Private Cub Cadet collection auction

I thought Bob's auction had some pretty good deals. A 1962 "Original" with non-smoking engine, headlights, oil bath, nice hood and ornament in good running condition (the winning bidder drove it to his truck to load) went for $200. I picked up a mix of new and used parts for cheap, enough to fill my...
by mlamar
Wed May 14, 2014 12:19 pm
Forum: Cub Cadets and Shooting the Breeze
Topic: Private Cub Cadet collection auction
Replies: 24
Views: 13710

Re: Private Cub Cadet collection auction

Been there many times and didn't see any 169's or 800's. I know he doesn't have anything red :cry: but a decent selection of the yellow ones, some running and some not. Looks like the weather may be an issue but I hope all goes well for him. Not sure why Bob's stepping out of the CC hobby :?: I hope...
by mlamar
Wed May 14, 2014 8:08 am
Forum: Cub Cadets and Shooting the Breeze
Topic: Private Cub Cadet collection auction
Replies: 24
Views: 13710

Re: Private Cub Cadet collection auction

If you guys want to stay home and let me bid for some more Cub "stuff" I'll be sure to post a report on how it went :D I will be there plus the "O" that I recently finished will be displayed but not for sale. Bob's place is about 4 miles from me. There will be parking at the "Occasions Party Center"...
by mlamar
Mon May 12, 2014 10:22 am
Forum: Cub Cadets and Shooting the Breeze
Topic: Correct Yellow
Replies: 6
Views: 4731

Re: Correct Yellow

Good stuff. I even use it for touch ups at times. I spray a little in a clean 2 liter bottle cap and let it sit for a couple minutes and with a small good quality artist paint brush I touch up small chips or nicks. It's not only the correct color but cost less (at my local dealer) compared to MTD ye...
by mlamar
Mon May 12, 2014 10:17 am
Forum: Cub Cadets and Shooting the Breeze
Topic: Our parts guys
Replies: 2
Views: 3027

Re: Our parts guys

I have to also give a thumbs up for Rich. My part arrived right away and the price was right. Keep up the good work.
by mlamar
Sat May 03, 2014 5:54 pm
Forum: Cub Cadets and Shooting the Breeze
Topic: A few pictures of the finished Original with deck
Replies: 6
Views: 4617

A few pictures of the finished Original with deck

Got it done today. Started right up with no smoke. The deck is as solid as it looks.
by mlamar
Sun Apr 27, 2014 4:39 pm
Forum: Cub Cadets and Shooting the Breeze
Topic: Just about done with the Original
Replies: 10
Views: 6554

Re: Just about done with the Original

Hi Geezer Been a long time. Yes, the deck is ready to attach with all the parts. I don't hook up the deck drive belt to the front engine pulley, I just hang it on the front grill with a white tie strip to have it there if needed. I have had several that the blade continued to spin with it disengaged...
by mlamar
Thu Apr 24, 2014 10:23 am
Forum: Cub Cadets and Shooting the Breeze
Topic: Just about done with the Original
Replies: 10
Views: 6554

Just about done with the Original

This one was a winter project. It was such a cold one in Ohio this year that I decided to take my time. It turned out to be a decent restoration. Once I add the muffler, reflectors and a few minor adjustments I should be ready to start my next project....possibly a 100.
by mlamar
Mon Jan 07, 2013 11:13 am
Forum: Cub Cadets and Shooting the Breeze
Topic: There's always something in this hobby you don't have
Replies: 20
Views: 10815

Re: There's always something in this hobby you don't have

From the side decals I can't tell if that's a hydro or standard???? :geek:
by mlamar
Tue Jan 03, 2012 10:09 am
Forum: Cub Cadets and Shooting the Breeze
Topic: Another 100
Replies: 11
Views: 7005

Re: Another 100

That's a nice one with all the goodies. Did ya check the head :geek: when you pulled it to see if ya got a LP (Hi Compression) one on that 10hp Kohler? I've been lucky this past year and had 7 of the older 10hp's with the LP head. Have fun with it. :thumbsup:
Mike
by mlamar
Wed Apr 27, 2011 8:38 am
Forum: Cub Cadets and Shooting the Breeze
Topic: Most unusual job for your Cub Cadet?
Replies: 20
Views: 11503

Re: Most unusual job for your Cub Cadet?

Watching over the herd :shock: . My 123 "Leopard Cub" likes to spend time guarding my Cub Cadet Corral out back. It knows that although these Cubs are not in the garage with some of the better looking ones, they are part of the family and one day will be brought back to life ;)
by mlamar
Tue Apr 26, 2011 8:15 am
Forum: Cub Cadets and Shooting the Breeze
Topic: Cub Original headlights
Replies: 13
Views: 9127

Re: Cub Original headlights

:D Your info has been very helpful and enjoy your Cub time Jlaws...you rule. :notworthy:
by mlamar
Mon Apr 25, 2011 2:42 pm
Forum: Cub Cadets and Shooting the Breeze
Topic: Cub Original headlights
Replies: 13
Views: 9127

Re: Cub Original headlights

Hey Jlaws
Do ya got a part # for those new plugs :?: I was told NLA but sure could use a few.
Mike
by mlamar
Thu Apr 21, 2011 8:11 am
Forum: CCC and MTD Built Cub cadets
Topic: 782 ready for spring
Replies: 1
Views: 2507

782 ready for spring

All I have to do is install the rubber brake pedal pad and deck decals and I can call it another complete Cub Cadet project. This 782 turned out nice. I try to keep my restorations a close to factory original as possible but I gotta say that I like my friend Wally's choice of tires for this one. Hec...
by mlamar
Fri Apr 15, 2011 7:51 am
Forum: Cub Cadets and Shooting the Breeze
Topic: Tire Bead Won't Seat - ARGH!!
Replies: 8
Views: 5826

Re: Tire Bead Won't Seat - ARGH!!

Sometimes ya just gotta take it to those who do it for a living. I remove the tires from the rims but have a tire shop do all my mounting. Spending a little extra :x is never fun but the time, frustration, and possible pain is worth it when all is said an done. Good luck.
by mlamar
Tue Apr 12, 2011 8:30 am
Forum: Cub Cadets and Shooting the Breeze
Topic: It could only happen to me
Replies: 8
Views: 5123

Just a note to add

When I have the rear PTO unit out of a Cub I use a hammer and pointed punch and tap a few spots around the set screw opening (along with using loctite). I have thought :geek: of using a longer set screw and adding a nut to it like they do on the front mechanical PTO bearing lock collar. Not sure if ...
by mlamar
Fri Apr 08, 2011 1:51 pm
Forum: Cub Cadets and Shooting the Breeze
Topic: Cub Original headlights
Replies: 13
Views: 9127

Re: Cub Original headlights

Jlaws
IH Case 530029R91 are still sold. I just went online and found a site selling them. Do a search by typing in 530029R91.
by mlamar
Thu Apr 07, 2011 10:18 am
Forum: Cub Cadets and Shooting the Breeze
Topic: Cub Original headlights
Replies: 13
Views: 9127

Re: Cub Original headlights

The last time I check on the rubber connectors the local dealer had them. Around $40+ each :o If you have any local businesses dealing in used IH equipment you may get lucky and find them there. Many of the older IH combines used the "Guide" brand lights as work lights. You would also find the plast...
by mlamar
Mon Mar 28, 2011 1:39 pm
Forum: CCC and MTD Built Cub cadets
Topic: Because one 782 isn't enough...
Replies: 10
Views: 9022

Re: Because one 782 isn't enough...

Hey AJ
I hope your basement isn't one of those underground ones. If so you may be doing a Johnny Cash..."one piece at a time" removal :lol:
by mlamar
Mon Mar 28, 2011 8:38 am
Forum: CCC and MTD Built Cub cadets
Topic: Because one 782 isn't enough...
Replies: 10
Views: 9022

Re: Because one 782 isn't enough...

Hey Matt Do you think your dad would be willing to adopt an older son??? It was worth a try :D That's a real nice find. It's gonna be tough to be away for so long knowing that your 782 is waiting for you :( I'm waiting for the rims to come back from the media blaster and I should be able to finish t...
by mlamar
Fri Mar 25, 2011 8:50 am
Forum: Cub Cadets and Shooting the Breeze
Topic: A little more done on the Original
Replies: 1
Views: 1886

A little more done on the Original

Just finished painting my 4 digit "O". Here's a picture of the rear PTO section. I know the tires show over spray...those are my moving tires that I use on my projects to push tractors around while working on them. I hope to have the 782 done soon also. I'll post some pictures of it soon. Do the day...