I picked up an Original last night.
 

I went and picked up an Original. I'm new to the Originals. It seems like its in decent shape for a 1962. Everything seems like its original and unmolested from what I can tell. Again I am new to these. It runs and drives nice. The engine does smoke a tiny bit but runs smooth and has good power. I was told it has been sitting in a garage for years. The only real issue I see is the fuel line from the sediment bowl to the carburator leaks. It's a hard line with fittings on the ends that use a piece of rubber tube inside to seal. Does anyone know where I can get the replacement seals and what size they are? Also the throttle lever doesn't want to stay at full throttle, it creeps back to idol. I have to look to see how I can tighten it up. I will be cleaning it up and checking things out this morning. I will also change the oil today. What type of oil and how much is needed for the rear axle? Pictures will be posted shortly. Thanks.

last time i needed to replace those seals i simply found the proper size fuel line and cut a couple small pieces off

On my way to the store for oil. Anyone know what oil is needed for the rear axle/transmission?

http://i1073.photobucket.com/albums/...2308109FE8.jpg

I run 80w90 in my cubs without issue.

Thanks. I should have asked before, any idea how much oil I need?

Nice find.:beer2:

Not off hand, check the manual

Good looking Original!

Those seals are available but a bit pricey ($7 each):
Sleeve, Fuel Line Cub Cadet KH-220547-S (replaces IH-144526-H1)

The transmission uses 3 1/2 quarts and Hi Tran is recommended but I won't start that argument. (info in the owners manual ;) )

Have fun!

Congrats on the O.

The owners manual calls for Hy-Tran or 30W engine oil. For what it's worth I run 30W in my O and my 71.