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04-14-2020, 09:45 PM
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Cub 100 Restoration
So to start out, I have very limited knowledge of these tractors so I am learning everything as I go. I do however have decent knowledge of how things work and have what I would consider myself "Mechanically inclined"
 I decided that I wanted something to tinker with in my free time and I didn't mind the idea of not having to push mow the grass, so I decided I wanted to get a classic tractor to fix up. I also didn't want to get a new machine as like I said before I don't know much about tractors in general and generally the older the more basic and seem to be more well built! After doing lots of research between Deere 110s and wheel horses I decided the Cub 100 was the perfect machine for my first restoration. Parts are plentiful and easy to find online (for the most part). Also just as a note, Im not planning on this to be showroom restoration. I have pretty limited space in my garage and I don't have a way to sandblast every part but I'm willing to put the time in to make sure parts are prepped correctly. This tractor is going to be used and its not something I'm planning on completing and posting for sale. I am going to do the best I can with the knowledge and time restraints I have. That being said, the machine I picked up seems to be pretty solid. When I showed up the battery was dead but when jumped, it fired right up and didn't smoke at all. I checked underneath for wet spots where there could be possible leaks and it was very dry. (Engine does have oil in it) Only immediate issue I saw was the carb was leaking from the bowl but that seems like a common issue and something I was planning on replacing anyway. It will need new tires, but again I was planning on getting some trim ribs anyway. It did come with some extras like wheel weights, a mower deck that's in questionable condition, and a blade that unfortunately after some research looks like its for a wide frame machine. So that mostly sums up my plan and what Im working with. I will attach some photos.
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04-14-2020, 09:52 PM
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Here are a few more photos. The mower deck as mentioned above is is pretty bad shape and Im still trying to determine if its worth messing with or not. It seems to have some pretty bad pitting but no holes. Its missing some covers and a few parts that were pinned from the factory were replaced with bolts and nuts at some point. I have started taking it apart to see exactly what I have to work with.
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04-15-2020, 12:42 PM
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Try to save your Carb. The Chinese ones are hit and miss, mostly miss. Some are ok, some not. Just my experience.
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1572, 1864 x2, 1810 x2, 1863 & GT1554(Dad's Ole Mowers), 1811,782D, 1872 x2, 782DT(Sold), 3235, 1860, 1772 with 3-point and Turbo.
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04-15-2020, 01:05 PM
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04-15-2020, 05:59 PM
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First of all, welcome to OCC. You made a good choice picking a 100 to restore. I’m a little partial to the 100 since it’s the model I learned to mow on about 35 years ago and I still have that same exact tractor. Your deck looks to be in better condition than the deck was on mine when I rebuilt it. Mine had 2 trashed spindles and pulleys and several rust holes and cracks in the shell. My 100 has been down for the last 5 years while I rebuild and paint it. I hope to finally get it finished this year, fingers crossed.
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Adam 1964 Model 100 w/ K301 12hp and custom hydraulics 1972 Model 149 turned 129 w/ K301 12hp, triple hydraulics, 66 series clone
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04-19-2020, 10:05 PM
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I have made some progress the last few days. I have decided to get the engine cleaned up and ready to go before I go any further on the tractor. I did find out the motor is from 1995 so its defiantly not original. The only problem I'm having is the fins are so rusty, I'm having a hard time deciding how I should go about cleaning and prepping them for paint. I also have found the vinegar is a great cheap way to clean parts but it isn't much help for removing paint. If anyone has a recommendation for a good paint remover let me know! Thanks for all the replies.
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04-19-2020, 11:19 PM
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Welcome to OCC! Great choice, you can’t go wrong with a vintage Cub Cadet.
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125, 126, 147, 129, 149 x 2, 1450, 882, 1810, 1320, 1440, 2135, 2 129’s for parts/project, 1950 Farmall Cub 38" LT mower deck, 4 42" triangle mower decks, 2 44A mower decks, 2 50C mower decks, 42” GT deck, 3 42" snow/dirt blades, 42" landscape rake, #4 cart      
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04-29-2020, 09:07 PM
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I have been held up the last week or so going back and fourth with my local Kohler dealer trying to get parts. I ended up just cutting my losses and decided to just order online. The only real reason I wanted to get parts from a local place is ease of return if parts don't work but these old motors are just simply too hard to find parts locally and cost an arm and leg compared to the online sites. In the end $150 later I have all my gaskets, belt, spark plug and wire, new carb, and air filter. Hopefully next week will be more productive!
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