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Old 04-20-2011, 03:18 PM
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Default Cub Cadet Model 55 Questions

Hi folks! I have a '72 Cub Model 55 (I'm new here, so feel free to go see my New Member post for the great history on this little guy...)

Anyway, I have two questions.

1) I would like to add electric start to this engine (Briggs 130902, 0376-01, 7206216) and I need a source for a kit, or parts and advice to complete the job if it is even possible with this engine. Or, do you fine folks have good recommendations otherwise? Repower with an appropriate new drop-in replacement? Or find an 8 HP upgrade that was on the Model 85 that should be ready to go? Any suggestions would be appreciated.

2) Since the restoration, I've had an "incident" with a tree, and need fiberglass body work on my 55 shell. Where/how would you recommend a repair? Body shop? Or can I do it myself? I'd like to again retain original decals as they are in great shape. I'm assuming they can be masked off. That's what I did the first time, and they look great.

Many thanks. Looking forward to the time spent here. I've included a pic of the finished product from about ten years ago. It's had wonderful hours of use since (including the body damage) so it's not quite as cherry now, but still wonderful.

John Gordon
Huntsville, AL
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Old 04-20-2011, 03:22 PM
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Sweet 55 and great story! Got any pics of it currently? especially after the encounter with a tree? That will help in determining the extent of the damage.
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