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by ksanders
Fri Sep 08, 2023 7:53 pm
Forum: Cub Cadets and Shooting the Breeze
Topic: 782 Choke Knob & Cable Problem
Replies: 37
Views: 12134

Re: 782 Choke Knob & Cable Problem

Sounds like it all worked out in the end and it runs. Mission accomplished! Thanks for the update

As for pictures, should be as simple as using the "add attachment" tab when posting but I'm getting a few years out of date on current technology after spending years keeping up with it closely.
by ksanders
Wed Aug 16, 2023 7:38 pm
Forum: Cub Cadets and Shooting the Breeze
Topic: 782 Choke Knob & Cable Problem
Replies: 37
Views: 12134

Re: 782 Choke Knob & Cable Problem

There shouldn't be a safety on the hydro lever unless possibly it's one of those late MTD ones. There was some sort of little metal safety prong thing added at some point but i won't pretend to be well versed with what it was or did. It could be possible your linkage under the tunnel cover is rubbin...
by ksanders
Wed Aug 16, 2023 11:55 am
Forum: Cub Cadets and Shooting the Breeze
Topic: 782 Choke Knob & Cable Problem
Replies: 37
Views: 12134

Re: 782 Choke Knob & Cable Problem

At this point without seeing what you have in person or detailed pics, I'm not sure what else anyone can know for it. It's not all original so it could be any kind of system. I'm still a believer it's wiring with a somewhat strong possibility it could be the wrong switch. It's only a 5 position swit...
by ksanders
Sun Aug 13, 2023 6:19 pm
Forum: Cub Cadets and Shooting the Breeze
Topic: 782 Choke Knob & Cable Problem
Replies: 37
Views: 12134

Re: 782 Choke Knob & Cable Problem

I'm honestly not terribly familiar with that engine but I'd be skeptical two magnetos went bad simultaneously. I personally didn't even know that engine had two so not the expert there. I'd be ruling out any and all wiring and electrical possibilities first. You can probably even Ohm test the magnet...
by ksanders
Sat Aug 12, 2023 7:24 pm
Forum: Cub Cadets and Shooting the Breeze
Topic: New To Me Original
Replies: 10
Views: 2380

Re: New To Me Original

Duels, tri ribs, 3 pt, fenders, lights, back rest... A very fine Original! Looks great.
by ksanders
Mon Aug 07, 2023 11:00 am
Forum: Cub Cadets and Shooting the Breeze
Topic: 782 Choke Knob & Cable Problem
Replies: 37
Views: 12134

Re: 782 Choke Knob & Cable Problem

If the old one still worked and it hasn't started since you replaced it, I'd definitely put it back in and see what happens. Its been quite a few years since I messed with a Command, but it probably doesn't take the same switch as the tractors you listed (which had KT17s or Onans with coils on the 9...
by ksanders
Sun Aug 06, 2023 8:20 pm
Forum: Cub Cadets and Shooting the Breeze
Topic: 782 Choke Knob & Cable Problem
Replies: 37
Views: 12134

Re: 782 Choke Knob & Cable Problem

Your engine issue must still be in my head because I just had a thought. That's not the original engine and you recently replaced the ignition switch. Has it ran since then? There's a lot of switches that look identical but aren't. Your engine might require a different one and be as simple as you pu...
by ksanders
Sun Aug 06, 2023 12:31 pm
Forum: Cub Cadets and Shooting the Breeze
Topic: 782 Choke Knob & Cable Problem
Replies: 37
Views: 12134

Re: 782 Choke Knob & Cable Problem

Sounds like everyone else has you covered. There are no points because it's not the original KT17 engine in there. You have a magneto in there instead as Tom mentioned and probably bad if no spark. As far as engine removal, pretty straight forward if it's still mostly original. 4 bolts up under the ...
by ksanders
Fri Aug 04, 2023 3:40 pm
Forum: Cub Cadets and Shooting the Breeze
Topic: 782 Choke Knob & Cable Problem
Replies: 37
Views: 12134

Re: 782 Choke Knob & Cable Problem

Can you elaborate a bit to help us out? With a frozen cable i assumed it sat a while. When's the last time it was running great? Reason I ask is if it's been setting the fuel pumps lose prime and needs to cycle a while to pump up. Also old stale gas could be sitting in that carb regardless of what's...
by ksanders
Fri Aug 04, 2023 5:23 am
Forum: Cub Cadets and Shooting the Breeze
Topic: 782 Choke Knob & Cable Problem
Replies: 37
Views: 12134

Re: 782 Choke Knob & Cable Problem

The only adjustment is the clamp that holds it at the carburetor. I'd take that clamp completely off (1/4" socket i think). After the cable is off the carburetor make sure the choke on the carb isn't frozen and try to pull the choke knob while it's off the carburetor. If the cable still won't move i...
by ksanders
Sun Dec 12, 2021 7:04 pm
Forum: Cub Cadets and Shooting the Breeze
Topic: New Owners
Replies: 6
Views: 1523

Re: New Owners

There's always going to be those custom to certain model parts that'll be no longer available but I think of it this way. There were many parts not available at all years ago (ie an 800 starter, 1100 carburetor, etc) well before Stanley owned them. They are 50 years old and we have more parts availa...
by ksanders
Fri Dec 10, 2021 6:46 pm
Forum: Cub Cadets and Shooting the Breeze
Topic: New Owners
Replies: 6
Views: 1523

Re: New Owners

I'm not too worried short term. As with anything if there's sufficient market to make money they'll make it. Regardless who owns the name, most parts are manufactured third party anyway. That and Kohler and Cub Cadet both have a plentiful supply of aftermarket and custom parts. Plus so many parts tr...
by ksanders
Sun Aug 15, 2021 7:10 pm
Forum: Cub Cadets and Shooting the Breeze
Topic: Cadet 60 blade manual
Replies: 4
Views: 1645

Re: Cadet 60 blade manual

Almost there. Used the brackets I made for the frame and turned down a quick bushing to locate the holes in the fiberglass. I'd make a couple minor mods if I made more but everything went together great. I'm half done with the lift rods and have to get those right and I'll be done. Almost ready to m...
by ksanders
Wed Aug 11, 2021 8:34 pm
Forum: Cub Cadets and Shooting the Breeze
Topic: Cadet 60 blade manual
Replies: 4
Views: 1645

Re: Cadet 60 blade manual

Thanks Lew! A member sent me pictures of his manual. It isn't a print off or original in hand but certainly got me where I need to be and one attachment you really need the info from the manual. I'm currently machining both of us some of the brackets (parts 4 and 5) on the cnc mill at work. I'd sear...
by ksanders
Wed Aug 04, 2021 8:19 pm
Forum: Cub Cadets and Shooting the Breeze
Topic: Cadet 60 blade manual
Replies: 4
Views: 1645

Cadet 60 blade manual

Does anyone have a manual or link to one for the Cadet 60 rer model 10 blade? I was fortunate enough to get one but hooking it up isn't painfully obvious. It's only missing the lift rods and one small bracket. It isn't in the downloads.
by ksanders
Tue Jun 01, 2021 8:35 pm
Forum: Cub Cadets and Shooting the Breeze
Topic: 129 =Time for a new Engine
Replies: 9
Views: 4008

Re: 129 =Time for a new Engine

That's one heck of a deal then on an engine in my opinion if done right and I imagine they are. Another quick option having someone that knows the Kohlers so well is let him bore yours out a little and tweak it for the extra hp you wanted without having to change to a bigger engine and source a flyw...
by ksanders
Tue Jun 01, 2021 6:33 pm
Forum: Cub Cadets and Shooting the Breeze
Topic: 129 =Time for a new Engine
Replies: 9
Views: 4008

Re: 129 =Time for a new Engine

Interesting site I bookmarked on kohler replacements. Shipping might cost you a bit and I didn't read if they use OEM parts or not but I personally find that price great. Those engines lasted 40+ years so a correctly redone one should be the last time you worry about it. Doing it yourself probably w...
by ksanders
Fri Mar 12, 2021 4:56 pm
Forum: Cub Cadets and Shooting the Breeze
Topic: 7252 cub slow cranking
Replies: 6
Views: 3069

Re: 7252 cub slow cranking

I'm not familiar with that tractor but if the starter is good, ground good, and voltage, have you ruled out actual resistance from the engine? Something like frozen alternator bearing or clutch or something dragging? Again, I'm not familiar with this model, just another thought.
by ksanders
Mon Mar 08, 2021 7:41 pm
Forum: Cub Cadets and Shooting the Breeze
Topic: IH 3340 push mower
Replies: 5
Views: 2846

Re: IH 3340 push mower

Neat to know. That was an Internet picture. I didn't know it had a cover until I saw that. This is mine with a nicer than iphone photo for better reference. Bought off craigslist two miles from home and got running and use just to use. I've been contemplating making a cover a while and might as well...
by ksanders
Sat Mar 06, 2021 5:45 pm
Forum: Cub Cadets and Shooting the Breeze
Topic: IH 3340 push mower
Replies: 5
Views: 2846

Re: IH 3340 push mower

Guess I can't complain with my wife. I had a new one and we saw an old self propelled lawn boy with bag on the side of the road on the way home from work once. I got it running and it was "her" mower ever since. She loves it and we sold the new one. She goes through a few gallons of 2 cycle gas year...
by ksanders
Fri Mar 05, 2021 7:01 pm
Forum: Cub Cadets and Shooting the Breeze
Topic: IH 3340 push mower
Replies: 5
Views: 2846

IH 3340 push mower

Kind of off topic but I have one of these without the white top cover. Does anyone have one of these they can get good dimensions from? I work at a thermoform shop and can 3D model a mold and run some. Or even if someone had one they could send and I pay shipping both ways maybe? Then I could get th...
by ksanders
Mon Feb 22, 2021 7:47 pm
Forum: Cub Cadets and Shooting the Breeze
Topic: Best use for a 147?
Replies: 26
Views: 9507

Re: Best use for a 147?

I agree on not using a loader on it. Not only do you not have power steering, the lifting capabilities are limited and the narrow frame front axle spindles were upgraded after the narrow frames for a reason. As for the blower, yes it's a lot of weight for a manual lift. The 147 will have that chrome...
by ksanders
Fri Feb 19, 2021 7:06 pm
Forum: Cub Cadets and Shooting the Breeze
Topic: RER 85 manual and 60 snow blade
Replies: 1
Views: 1500

Re: RER 85 manual and 60 snow blade

I can't help on the blade brackets but can say nice find :beer: I've been keeping an eye out for years for one of those or a C32 blower for my 60. I redid a 60 years ago and kept it. Still a hit with kids at parties and they can't hurt themselves easily because it stops if they let off the pedals. J...
by ksanders
Tue Feb 16, 2021 8:37 pm
Forum: Cub Cadets and Shooting the Breeze
Topic: Best use for a 147?
Replies: 26
Views: 9507

Re: Best use for a 147?

First welcome! Second it might have had external brakes but not turning brakes unless someone added them. Some cubs had internal, some external. IH went back and forth over the years. The 147 should have electric lift factory. If it's working its great for a plow and mower deck is nice too because i...
by ksanders
Tue Feb 16, 2021 7:38 pm
Forum: Cub Cadets and Shooting the Breeze
Topic: Couple snow pics with the next generation
Replies: 2
Views: 1812

Couple snow pics with the next generation

Given the gross exaggerating of weathermen I haven't even hooked up the blade the last 3 years when they called for snow. This week we got so much I had to get everything out and pop the cab on in the cold so got me :lol: never thought I'd have to pull the chains out in southern Indiana the way it's...
by ksanders
Fri Jan 22, 2021 12:07 pm
Forum: Cub Cadets and Shooting the Breeze
Topic: Brinly Plow Paint
Replies: 3
Views: 2255

Re: Brinly Plow Paint

I use what matches my cubs because that's what pulls them plus it's very close if not the exact color. Almond Rustoleum is a great IH off white substitute on the cheap. I use Van Sickle IH off white from Orcheln but not everyone has one of those. Van Sickle lasts much better in the can, sprays bette...
by ksanders
Wed Sep 16, 2020 7:24 pm
Forum: Cub Cadets and Shooting the Breeze
Topic: I like to suport the little guy, BUT
Replies: 7
Views: 4360

Re: I like to suport the little guy, BUT

I've knowingly bought some cheap gaskets on mowers that get minimal use and they come in clear unmarked bags. The oem ones come clearly marked as you said. I feel confident saying you were sent a generic part. That being said I've settled for off brand or bought online because I will NOT Support my ...
by ksanders
Wed Sep 16, 2020 7:13 pm
Forum: Cub Cadets and Shooting the Breeze
Topic: 1979 Cub Cadet International Purchase
Replies: 65
Views: 26969

Re: 1979 Cub Cadet International Purchase

That's a darn nice 782 and I would say worth the money... but i don't believe it's 1979. It's MTD built so 81 and later. Oddly has IH hubcaps and Mtd mowers shouldn't have a series 1 if I remember right. Seems like a not all original but nice restoration.
by ksanders
Mon Sep 14, 2020 8:35 pm
Forum: Cub Cadets and Shooting the Breeze
Topic: 1979 Cub Cadet International Purchase
Replies: 65
Views: 26969

Re: 1979 Cub Cadet International Purchase

Yes it's top dollar for sure and you can find them for less but if you really want one the 782 is as good as it gets for using ih built garden tractors. I mow 2 acres weekly with my restored one and it gets after it and doesn't take too long. For that $1800 though I'd expect very nice original paint...
by ksanders
Fri Sep 11, 2020 7:17 pm
Forum: Cub Cadets and Shooting the Breeze
Topic: Never had this happen
Replies: 8
Views: 4707

Re: Never had this happen

Thanks for all the information. I'm confident it's the field coil. It's probably swelling a bit like you said when hot. I took it off and looked and could move it to where it ran and never smoked but did stop charging after 30 minutes. I'm just going to find an electric shop and have it rebuilt. I'v...