Just started a couple of weeks ago diving into the Cub world. I have picked up a 185 ('79-80) that needs a engine rebuild and the following week got a 154, mid 60s. The 154 was not running and so far I see that the wiring is bad, the generator was bad as well. Parts arrived and I began to putts in my spare time, grass is still growing. I think I need to remove the choke cable, can anyone confirm?, The steering wheel is off and screws for the dash are removed.
Also the muffler is shot on the 154. I have a replacement but, do you think it wise to order a manifold. It is really pitted. The pipe end of the muffler is frozen in. I could (and likely will) take the gas tanks off and use my torch to whittle away the I.D. until it becomes free. I have soaked it down with PB for a couple of days, no movement so far
Really like the information on this board.
Thanks
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Do I have to remove the choke cable?
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Re: Do I have to remove the choke cable?
If the choke cable is frozen, not working, you can remove it from the tractor. For most other operations, not necessary.BKERR wrote:I think I need to remove the choke cable, can anyone confirm?, The steering wheel is off and screws for the dash are removed.
I wouldn't. Pits won't hurt it's function.BKERR wrote:Do you think it wise to order a manifold? It is really pitted.
There is a recent topic in the standard Cub forum on removing the exhaust pipe from the manifold.
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Re: Do I have to remove the choke cable?
Spray the choke cable with Pb blaster. Soak it good. Remove the cable from the carb, hold the end up and spray the Pb in the opening. If it’s a bare wound housing spray the whole housing.
I'm technically misunderstood at times i guess its been this way my whole life so why should it change now.
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Re: Do I have to remove the choke cable?
Thank you gentlemen, I did get the dash out over the weekend. The wiring is a mess but I already ordered a new harness. Ordered some more parts and getting ready to set the dash back in this week, I hope. Power washed everything this weekend, so far no major oil leaks. Hope to get some fresh paint on it as well. Really like this board.
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Re: Do I have to remove the choke cable?
I put in that pre made wire replacement harness and I have trouble with it, now I’ll rip it all out a make up one wire at a time. Cut, strip, solder,
I'm technically misunderstood at times i guess its been this way my whole life so why should it change now.
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Re: Do I have to remove the choke cable?
I had some issues as well with the wiring this weekend. Found out I ordered the wrong starter switch and light switch. The oil pressure switch I have takes an eyelet not a tab and nothing for the head lights yet. Hoping to sort out in the next couple of days. Looking forward to starting and see if it will be an engine rebuild as well. Thanks!
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