1863 Starting Trouble
 

I believe that I have seen a post before on here about starting issues with the cyclops cubs but I am unable to find it with a search...

For some time now when turning the key to start, I only get a click. It may happen once, twice or several times before it actually turns over to start. My battery is good, no problems there. Where do I go from there? Switch or something else? Figured since my grass is all brown and I have some down time it would be good to get whatever is wrong repaired, gets old turning the key several times before it will turn over. Thanks.

The first place I would start is the Battery Cables. Make sure, that each cable is clean, bright, and tight on each end.

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And I'll add to that, connections on the back of the ignition switch.
An intermittent electrical problem is hard to trace/find because you can't fix what is not broken @ the time.
A starter solenoid, over years can and does corrode/ark internally as is the nature of it's operation and can cause that problem also.
I don't think there is an easy way to correct the problem when it is not occurring, short of replacing everything in the starting circuit.
Even worn brushes in a starter can cause that condition.
As a long shot, when it acts up and just "clicks" hold the key in the start position for a while. then feel for a warm or hot connection in the starting circuit.
it don't always work, but is about the only thing you can do short of replacing a lot of good components.
It is nice if you have a donor/ similar tractor that you can substitute components with out having to buy them.

Check the wire connections as described above. If that doesn't fix it, I recommend you take this route to fix your problem.

http://www.onlycubcadets.net/forum/s...ad.php?t=44607

That was the link I was looking for. My battery and terminals are in good shape. Thanks!:beerchug:

This is a good write up by jimbob200521:

http://www.onlycubcadets.net/forum/s...ad.php?t=38545

PeterJ

I ordered my kit from Amazon and installed in about 10 min last night. Worked perfectly! Starts great each time. Thanks jimbob200521! :beerchug: