IH Cub Cadet

[James Taylor]

Hello Everyone, here's a few photos of my IH Cub Cadet 106
Identification# 2050037U339709
Kohler 10Hp Engine (Serial# 2075131), (Spec# 46611D)

Currently, we're in the process of a complete restoration!

 

[gary noblit]

James.I recently rewired a 106...I strongly suggest you do the same.The 50 yr old insulation has already started to crumble somewhere even if you can't see it.Best of luck,they are solid machines!!

 

[James Taylor]

James.I recently rewired a 106...I strongly suggest you do the same.The 50 yr old insulation has already started to crumble somewhere even if you can't see it.Best of luck,they are solid machines!!

 

[James Taylor]

Funny enough, I pulled the wiring today, and let's just say...the only thing holding it together is dust and prayers, so I'll definitely be rewiring the entire system!!

 

[Neil Mullins]

My 106 had to be rewired many years ago. It would start & run great but would not charge the battery. At the time I done the rewire I didn’t have anything but the original harness to go by. Once I removed that original braided wrap practically all the wire was bare “green” copper as what used to be the insulation turned to dust & fell off. I replaced 1 wire at a time till I changed all wire. I soldered all terminals & sealed with heat shrink.

I honestly don’t know what kept it from shorting out & a fire!

 

[gary noblit]

Neil, we have to accept different tech when these old cubs were built,but a great many have lasted 50 plus yrs.We have to be aware they are on the edge if not all ready passed..They are a potential fire hazard.I did some research a few yrs ago..Thousands of garages and homes burned from fires starting in mowers.Mostly from dried grass and leaves but also shorted wires.Newer shorts are usually mouse damage...I have 3 old cubs that start/run fine but they are on the list of got to replace wires soon...

 

[Doug Rusk]

I often unhook at least 1 batt cable on a lot of my older stuff to lessen the chances of any electrical disasters when no one is around.

 

[Jake Olsen]

I use this on everything I have with a battery.

 

[1811Cub]

I use them on all of my Cubs. Just takes the worry out of leaving them unattended for several days at a time.

 

[RAllison]

I use them on all of my Cubs. Just takes the worry out of leaving them unattended for several days at a time.

Gonna have to get me a couple of those...never seen them before but a great idea!

 

[jdrong]

I use this on everything I have with a battery.

Great idea for an old CC with original wiring! I have to get one of those for my 149.

 

[1811Cub]

When looking for them, they are designed for side terminal GM car batteries. Minor massaging of the tractor's negative cable terminal will be required.

 

[Jake Olsen]

Yes I have to do a little modification but they sure work great on anything with a battery in it. I even use one on my cherry picker with a 12v winch on it. My only cub without it is my 61 pull start original.

 

[dschwandt]

I remove batteries from all my Cubs for long term storage & put 'em on a shelf in the heated shop so I can put the trickle charger on them once a month for a bit.

Biggest issue I have w/bat's is leaking around the lugs and corrosion. This, mostly w/cheap Wal mart bat's, has led me to
switch to a little more higher priced unit from Blaine's and so far, none have been seeping acid up around the lugs.
Plus the 10% vet discount makes me a happier camper!

 

[Neil Mullins]

 

[gloughery]

Neal, can you post a picture where this is installed? Does this replace the key switch?

 

[Neil Mullins]

I don’t have one installed. But can probably drill a hole somewhere near key switch or on dash. My 106 has a spare spot on dash possibly there. No this is a battery disconnect switch. Most usually Negative battery cable on 1 terminal other terminal to frame of tractor.