new to forum. cub owner

[moose]

hi, i found this site just messing around. learned more in last couple days than in last couple months.
background...not very mechanical, but blessed with mechanics for friends. have relatively flat, sandy, unmanicured yard. 3 to 3.5 acres,no real obstacles. own cub cadet, bought used(no idea of age, no manuals) bought cheap. model on plate is 143-714-100. has kubota diesel, hydro, power steering and lift for 60" industrial looking deck. ugly, but 800 hours and runs like a champ. if all cubs are close to this one, i'm sold for life.
can someone tell me anything else about mower? pros, cons, possible age, etc?
thanks alot.

[Argee]

Welcome Moose...Glad you found us! It's a likeable group of folks here that can be really helpful when called upon. I think you'll enjoy your stay.

[Jim_WV]

:Welcome1: Moose, I don't have cub, but there's plenty here that do and will be along I'm sure, wanted to say Howdy :).

[drbailey]

:Welcome1: Welcome aboard Moose , we are happy to have you with us,
the CC groupe will be happy to have you here also. I would like to see pics , if you have them. :fing32:

[Brett-JD3320]

Welcome Moose,

Follow this link MTD Owners Manual Lookup (http://manuals.mtdproducts.com/mtd/public/list.jsp)

Plus in your Serial Number (should be located on the frame below the engine
on the right hand side of the machine (may be on the left). Once you plug in
the serial number you will know the model of the tractor and have manuals
available to you.

I wasn't aware Cub made a tractor powered by Kubota but I am no expert
on the history either. I know they use Mitsubishi, Daedong, Caterpillar, Kawasaki
and Kohler in more recent years.

Post some photos of the tractor when you get a chance! We love to see pics!


:Welcome1:

*edit*

I found this on an ebay auction:

"I have up for bids a I H CUB CADET " KUBOTA DIESEL ENGINE WORKSHOP MANUAL. It contains 36 pages of pictures and valuable information for the diesel engines. It covers the Z400-B, Z430-B, D600-B, D640-B engines. This is not an original. Buyer to pay $3.15 for handling and shipping. Seller is not responsible for damage or lost items during shiopping. thanks for looking. "


Cub Cadet (Kubota) Diesel Engine Manual (http://cgi.ebay.com/CUB-CADET-TRACTOR-DIESEL-ENGINE-MANUAL_W0QQitemZ7760504683QQcategoryZ50372QQrdZ1QQ cmdZViewItem)

[glenn27]

WELCOME aboard Moose........eastern shore of maryland, huh?

[moose]

thanks for the reception and info.
will look at serial number when i get off work and pick up yard of mulch.
like i said, i'm no mechanic, but engine is kubota and doesn't look like replacement. will try to clean up tractor and get photos.
thanks again.

[Brett-JD3320]

Moose,

I posted that link to ebay because it reference engine numbers that's the reason I
posted it, and to say that yep looks like Cub used Kubota engines at one time.

[bontai Joe]

That was Cub's Super garden tractor made right at the end of IH's ownership, before MTD took over in the early 1980s. They are a great machine!

[moose]

thanks again folks...
went to mtd site and downloaded manual. this will help alot, especially when i have to take my screwups to mechainc friends!
i keep checking in, if i see or buy anything interesting, will let you know.

have a great weekend.

[cadurning]

Moose,

Don't forget to wear your Cub hat when you mow.