1282 Paint

[twthompson]

I am getting ready to paint my 1282. The transmission, front axle and rear axle. Are currently pained black. I believe it to be original. Can someone please help me on the correct color. I am finding pics both ways. Also, where is the best place to look for decals?

 

[kmcconaughey]

Tim, I believe on the <FONT COLOR="ff0000">I</FONT><FONT COLOR="000000">H</FONT> branded 82 series Cub Cadets the transmission, axles and front axles were red. On MTD/CCC branded 82 series those parts were black. Check the S/N plate and see if it lists it as International or MTD.

 

[twthompson]

Thanks Kraig. Can you please tell me where to check the serial number. The number is 2050603U737524. model is 144680399

 

[mgonitzke]

The serial number is the part after the 'U' in the first number you posted.

 

[jdiederichs]

All 1282's were built after IH owned CC. No red axles or rearends were used by CCC therefor black is certainly the correct color. That also explains the model # in the serial number showing 680 which was the CCC model of the 1282. I own an early 1282 and really like it! It does loader duty very well, that K-301 is a workhorse in the 82 series chassis.

 

[eferguson]

I believe that there are some early one's out there that were put together with left over IH parts and do have the red axles and rock shaft. I have seen them both ways to but I would say if yours is painted black then it is factory and should be repainted black. Check with Maple Hunter for your decals I have used them and they are very nice and priced right. Good luck.