My son was recently given a Cub '127 which we now have running to a point where we need to decide whether to pursue further restoration, or concentrate our efforts into something else.
I'm not worried about sandblasting, or refurbing the engine, which still runs fairly well, but I am concerned about the hydro-- How well do they hold up on these models, are there any common failures we should be aware of, and should the forward speed be variable/adjustable (ie, can it be set to drive slow)?
Reason I ask about the latter is that right now when I move the handle slightly into the "F" range, it immediately moves on its own up to full-speed. Is this normal, or a sign of hydro wear?
Second question--the wiring harness was trashed when we got the tractor, and I noticed on the print that there is supposed to be a neutral-safety switch in the scheme. After a bit of looking I located it under the tractor, disconnected electrically, and it doesn't appear that either the brake linkage, nor hydro linkage, contacts the switch. I'm assuming something has been removed--what activates the switch?
Thanks!
I'm not worried about sandblasting, or refurbing the engine, which still runs fairly well, but I am concerned about the hydro-- How well do they hold up on these models, are there any common failures we should be aware of, and should the forward speed be variable/adjustable (ie, can it be set to drive slow)?
Reason I ask about the latter is that right now when I move the handle slightly into the "F" range, it immediately moves on its own up to full-speed. Is this normal, or a sign of hydro wear?
Second question--the wiring harness was trashed when we got the tractor, and I noticed on the print that there is supposed to be a neutral-safety switch in the scheme. After a bit of looking I located it under the tractor, disconnected electrically, and it doesn't appear that either the brake linkage, nor hydro linkage, contacts the switch. I'm assuming something has been removed--what activates the switch?
Thanks!