My "new" 1872
 

I've started fixing the 1872. I was hoping it wouldn't need much and would be ready to work. Unfortunately, there's a lot of things that need fixing. It was running and driving, but the oil smells like gas, so that's going to get changed. The PO must have been a bit lazy when it came to draining oil:

Here's the adjustable carb I rebuilt to replace that POS Walbro:

The engine needs a bit of cleaning, and I need to add an inline shutoff valve and replace the grommet for the tank shutoff...it leaks badly at the moment.

All of the tie rod ends need replacing, and will be replaced with heim joints, and the steering cylinder rod ends are also shot.

This tractor will be getting an iron rearend, as a result of what I discovered when I looked under the tractor:

Ok....how come I can't see your pictures Matt??? what you hiding?

Nice project Matt, I'm glad to hear we share similar feelings towards walbro carbs. I guess you may have read about my recent encounter. Looks like it's time to get the pressure washer out.

Keep us posted.....Wayne

red X's for me to.

Guess were not members of a country club. lol! :bs:

Ok, I fixed it.

Let's see, where should I start...can't adjust it. Every one I've had has caused the engine to idle weird. The 1811 I used to own, and mowed with for years, surged at times and wouldn't idle right. Right before I sold it, I put an adjustable carb on it, and that was the best it ever ran. The M18 in my 782 still has the Walbro on it, and it runs too rich. Consequently, the only time it runs right is in the winter. It runs terrible in hot weather. I also don't like the plastic float and non-replaceable seat. I have also had a hard time getting carb kits for them. I order a kit that is supposed to be for the Walbro carb, and I get one for the adjustable Kohler carb.

I see now! Hope you get it all figured out!

Matt,
Everything that you mention is similar to my experience when I first brought home my 1872. I also have a cast iron rear end (from a 1650) that I plan to use when I get the time to do the swap. Sure would appreciate pics and descriptions when you're ready to tackle that job.

Russ

I got real lucky. My 1872 is in excellent condition. Like every Cub that I have owned, it needed a good cleaning at the car wash, but at least nothing needed replaced when I bought it.
I'm anxious to see Matts when it is done, It will be right! :biggrin2.gif: