IH Cub Cadet 107 "build"

[john.knutson]

Howdy,

I recently purchased a 1969 Cub Cadet 107 off Craigslist. The goal is to restore the tractor while adding functionality, mainly snowplowing this coming MN winter.

The mower came with non-standard ATV tires, and a 42" mower deck.

So far I have:

• drove it around the block
• removed the mower deck
• removed the mule drive
• gathered PDF parts/owners/service manuals for tractor and engine
• ordered original manuals for the tractor and engine

Next steps:

• change hydro fluid (need to order some hy-tran)
• change the oil
• change the gas
• change the spark plug
• check compression
• acquire and mount plow (got a lead on one, checking it out tonight)
• acquire and mount new "stock" tires (got a lead on a set, checking them out tomorrow)
• mount rear "lift lever" (on order)
• mount rear tail lights (on order)
• acquire and mount head lights

The last 2 bullets might offend purists -- the 107 did not come with lights as an options as far as I can tell, and I cannot find any compatible CC original lighting parts. I did, however, find a set online made by the same manufacturer of the original tail lights, and at the same dimensions it seems. For $7/each I couldn't pass it up. As for the headlights, I am torn between fabricating my own front plate, or purchasing one for another model that would fit my tractor. found one online for $62, but I could but a cheap sheet metal brake for less than that...

Looking forward to feedback! I am brand new to restoring tractors, but not new to working on engines, welding, wiring, etc.

I will post some pictures in a little bit, I also posted some on my introduction thread

 

[john.knutson]

taking her home. trailer was rear-heavy which made me nervous, but i took it slow and it worked out. going to modify the fenders a bit and should be able to haul it with the mower deck off no problem.


home sweet home.


some loose parts in the cargo box under the seat. any idea what these parts are for? I was thinking the yellow plate might be something that goes along/around the driveline based on the rounded notch.


beefy rear end with the ATV tires. one of the previous owners' sons apparently backed into a tree, causing the unfortunate damage on the left rear end. it still clears the tires, but just barely.


tearing it down


pile 'o parts. mower deck needs some welding done, and i will probably use it for testing of the rattle cans i picked up (more on that in another post).

 

[john.knutson]

I meant to post this in another section, here is the other thread: IH Cub Cadet 107 "build"