Push button starter
 

Has anyone ever tried using this push button starter from Tractor Supply?
it looks like the same as the one sold for the Cubs and it calls for a 1 3/4"
hole opening which should fit.Just curious...it cost 12.99.

Thanks,Bruce

I'm sure it would work and be a good quality part but the button sticks out about twice as far past the dash as a factory one.

You could make a shim for it so it doesn't stick out so far. Good find!!

Ive got one in my "O" it works just fine. It does stick out to far, but works just fine. Here's a picture so you can see what it looks like. Oh and it does use the same mounting holes.

I had a 100, that had the longer push button starter. Never had a problem with it.

I also have the same button on my "O" it works great.

I had that on my 100 that I restored. It worked great and was rated for 12V.

Capital idea! Simkey, I didn't think of that.

Did you try shimming this out? What is the advantage of this, just not turning the key?

A few of the early Cubs had a separate starter switch, rather than the 3-position key switch. (Off-run-start)

Oh so on those the key just allowed power to the system and that's it? It did not turn all the way to start the tractor? You would have to turn the key then use this button huh. What models had this?

As I sort of seem to very vaguely recall, the "original", the 100 and the 70 used this arrangement. There may have been more, but that is all I recall.

The key switch on those models was just a 2 position, off-run. You could crank the engine without the key being "on", but it would not start or run.

Interesting. Thank you :-)

If it was in gear it would run into the wall,tree,foot,Little Joe ect..
That is why many have dented hoods on the front.

Whats up with the 73 you got?

I just finished the tune up work on my 108 so I'll be pulling my 73 into the shop next. First thing I need is to pick up a wiring harness for it cuz the current one is shot. Sounds like my uncle has been talking to you more, sounds expensive hahahaha

They also have a shorter one too. Check their website or, the pegs next to this button. I've wondered about it but, the longer one that someone replaced my Original's button with still works, so I've not make the jump to try the shorter one. It costs a little more, but it's the right size.

My desire is to find one that doesn't require so much pressure to engage. My son has a hard time pushing this one and the switch on my other original is MUCH easier to push.

Short starter button

IH had this setup on their big tractors as well. I have a 1961 farmall 460 with this setup. You can look this button up and install it on the dash. It's not a foot button.

This button will be more out of the way. what your showing is a foot starter button meant to be stepped on. Its the black button next to the cigarette lighter.
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I suppose you could use that button..... but it is meant to be used with a solenoid. The heavy duty push button on the "O", 70 and 100 didn't use a solenoid.

This is the button on a 460. Smaller yes, can't carry the load of a starter though without using a solenoid.

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That's why I'm here, to learn every thing I can. Thanks for the info. You guy's have forgotten more than I know about these cubs.

This is THE PLACE for all things Cub Cadet... From the 1961 (or so ) vintage Original Model, through the current MTD made machines.

My late dad worked for IH for 31 years, and my first full-time job was A&H mechanic (assembler & handler...fancy name for " gets all the crap jobs no one else will do") at a local IH dealer. I must have assembled at least 50 Cubs that year, hence the nickname Cubby Guy.

There is a depth of knowledge right here about Cub Cadets you just cannot find anywhere else.:IH Trusted Hand:

You know, the high beam switch on 50's and 60's cars are much like these. Has anyone checked the local junk yards? Just a thought.

Different switch, high beam switch "latched" down, or continuous on. Starter button is momentary on.

You are right! What was I thinking?

There is one for sale here
https://www.facebook.com/groups/171070753046393/


For 20 dollars by Kevin A Muller 20 minutes ago.

There is a BIG difference in the current capacity.