Possible 108 Purchase

T-Mo · #1 10-08-2018, 07:59 AM

It’s been a while since I posted here, and it’s been a while since I owned a Cub Cadet. At one time I had several CCs, almost all narrow frames, and most of them were 104s. I haven’t had one in about 8 years, but since I now own two Farmall Cubs, it’s got me interested again in Cub Cadets as well.

I found a 108 that’s been re-powered by a 12 hp. I haven’t seen it yet, but the seller says it hasn’t run in about a year, so I expect fuel related issues. From the pictures it doesn’t look too bad. It’s not too far from me, so I may go stand in front of it to see it firsthand.

Mudrig150 · #2 10-08-2018, 08:02 AM

I'd buy it, the 108s are good tractors. Make sure the brakes work and the clutch disengages. It looks way nicer than my 108, plus it's probably more mechanically sound. My 108 had no brakes, a completely locked clutch, fuel leaks, the whole 9 yards.
Mine was nice with the original 10 horse in it. Very rare sight to see it didn't have a K301.
I'd say go for it!

olds45512 · #3 10-08-2018, 08:26 AM

I have a 108 with a 12hp in it and it's a very capable tractor.

cooperino · #4 10-08-2018, 08:32 AM

Decent lookin tractor! Hope you can grab it for a reasonable price. I almost purchased one but the guy was out of his mind with what he thought it was worth.. Must have has gold leaf rims or something.

sawdustdad · #5 10-08-2018, 10:18 AM

Here's one not too far from me that was $700 last week, now down to $600. CL ads don't last, so here is the text and a couple pictures from the ad.

"I have a 70's model International Cub Cadet with deck but deck needs work. I am asking $600 or best offer tractor runs good and everything works. Mower deck works but needs new pulleys and has some rust spots. Text me if interested 540-87two-8nine9two. Mower has new tires front and back and new generator."

https://richmond.craigslist.org/grd/...706620354.html

Wrong tires and wrong seat, but otherwise mostly unmolested.

olds45512 · #6 10-08-2018, 10:38 AM

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Originally Posted by sawdustdad

Here's one not too far from me that was $700 last week, now down to $600. CL ads don't last, so here is the text and a couple pictures from the ad.

"I have a 70's model International Cub Cadet with deck but deck needs work. I am asking $600 or best offer tractor runs good and everything works. Mower deck works but needs new pulleys and has some rust spots. Text me if interested 540-87two-8nine9two. Mower has new tires front and back and new generator."

https://richmond.craigslist.org/grd/...706620354.html

Wrong tires and wrong seat, but otherwise mostly unmolested.

What's wrong with the tires? Not uncommon for them to have been replaced after 40yrs.

Mudrig150 · #7 10-08-2018, 10:46 AM

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Originally Posted by sawdustdad

Here's one not too far from me that was $700 last week, now down to $600. CL ads don't last, so here is the text and a couple pictures from the ad.

"I have a 70's model International Cub Cadet with deck but deck needs work. I am asking $600 or best offer tractor runs good and everything works. Mower deck works but needs new pulleys and has some rust spots. Text me if interested 540-87two-8nine9two. Mower has new tires front and back and new generator."

https://richmond.craigslist.org/grd/...706620354.html

Wrong tires and wrong seat, but otherwise mostly unmolested.

I like those hubcaps. Mint!

ol'George · #8 10-08-2018, 10:46 AM

They sorta look like skid steer or backho' tires

Billy-O · #9 10-08-2018, 11:04 AM

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Originally Posted by ol'George

They sorta look like skid steer or backho' tires

I've been thinking about the skid steer tires for my tractor..... I think it is sort of a compromise between ags and turfs.

ACecil · #10 10-08-2018, 12:12 PM

Good to see you back, Terry! Hope getting the 108 works out for you!