SCPalmetto |
07-30-2016 05:39 AM |
"New" International Cadet 60
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Hi - I posted this to the new guy thread area and it was suggested I move it here, so here goes:
I was going to wait for the fall/winter to restore my newly acquired Cadet 60, but decided to get a jump start on it by getting it in running shape first. First was to get it rolling. I removed the wheels and flat/rotten tires and replaced them with new rubber. Before that I stripped and repainted the wheels with IH White paint, which I believe is the original color of the wheels and undercarriage/frame. While examining the front axle, I noticed that it was scored on the left side. Seems the original brass wheel flange bearings were missing, causing the front wheels to wobble and score the steel axle. Hmmmm. I searched the Internet for replacement flanges, thought I found them with a cross referenced MTD flange bearing (MTD Flange Bearing PN 741-3090) but they were too large to fit the wheels. I solved that problem by measuring the diameter of the axle and the opening to the wheel and locating bronze flange bearings that fit, with only minor adjustment (3/4" id x 7/8" od x 3/4" Long, if anyone is interested).
I then moved on to the engine. I bought this 1971 Cadet 60 at an estate sale. It came with the carburetor, exhaust assembly, etc., separate from the engine, in a box of parts. Obviously, a previous owner was intending on restoring it as there were numerous NOS parts (gaskets, etc.) in there also. I found that the spark plug was brand new in the block. The carburetor was packed solid with mud from a mud dauber nest and several bolt holes were plugged with insect nests. So, the mower probably had been sitting for years with no attention. I stripped the carb and rebuilt it. It needed all new seals and only a few new metal parts. Had to buy a new exhaust elbow (I found a NOS one on eBay!) and am going to replace the muffler shortly (using a B&S muffler right now as a temp). Replaced the fuel lines (old ones were rotten) and will replace the 12V battery as the owners manual states to never run it with out a battery attached. This mower is an electric start model. Anyway, the next step is to attach the carb, exhaust, battery, fuel lines, etc., fill it with non-ethanol gas and see if it will crank! I'll post my results later on. Cross your fingers!
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