Looking for info on a Cub in N. Florida

[PFord]

No additives needed, they run fine on reg 87 oct fuel.

Awesome! That's the ONLY vehicle I'll now own that doesn't need premium or non-ethanol!

[Waif]

You'll probably want a new gasket. Or else the old one might fail because you don't have another ...
http://www.farmallcub.com/phpBB2/viewtopic.php?t=99889

They can sit awhile and be alright.
But after a long sit it's best to prime them. A year arguably is a long sit. On a tired engine a few months is a long sit.
IF as you stated the grass ain't dead underfoot , I'd ask the owner if it was driven there or pushed or towed or something.

New gasket? You mean a head gasket? If I buy it, I'll probably end up going through a LOT of the gaskets (and wiring). The people I talked to said they have driven it several times in that year it's been there. And I believe them.

I'm going up there in a few minutes to talk to the store owner if he's there. This is not at an automotive shop, it's an an antique store so they don't really have automotive tools and such.

oil filter gasket.

[PFord]

oil filter gasket.

Ahhhh yep!

I'll be going through the tractor with a fine tooth comb this weekend and then ordering up some parts next week. A couple of oil filters, new plugs and plug wires, distributor cap. I'll be going through all the grease points this weekend. I'm sure it's been a good long while since it's had any of that done. Didn't see any wobble on the wheel bearings but I'll get them greased up too. And probably buy a new battery.

I'm sure there will be many months of projects as I go through all the systems the rest of the year.

[Don McCombs]

Non-ethanol fuel isn’t required, but is desirable if you can tolerate the cost.

[PFord]

Non-ethanol fuel isn’t required, but is desirable if you can tolerate the cost.

Mine won't be seeing heavy run times so I can probably tolerate it. Cheaper than my other vehicles.

[Gary Dotson]

Well, I’m glad this has worked out for you. I’m also happy to hear that one of Roy’s cubs has found a new, loving home. If you encounter any issues, with it, we’re here for you.

[BullDAWG]

Prices here in Mississippi are high too. It's cheaper to buy an A-140 than a Cub. C-230 and H-350 are even cheaper. M's n variants are higher. I think it's funny (as in queer) that the poorest States in America charge the most for Cub tractors. From LA-FL up to AR, TN, haven't priced GA but I think them too. All these farming States want $3000-$5000 for good running to parade ready cubs. I've seen junkers selling for $1000-$2000 around here. I call or if real close go by these and tell them those pieces of junk are only worth a little over scrap yard price. If they don't want to go down in price I just say here is my number, call when ready to talk, but know it will be lower then as you've waisted my time today.

[tmays]

Prices here in Mississippi are high too. It's cheaper to buy an A-140 than a Cub. C-230 and H-350 are even cheaper. M's n variants are higher. I think it's funny (as in queer) that the poorest States in America charge the most for Cub tractors. From LA-FL up to AR, TN, haven't priced GA but I think them too. All these farming States want $3000-$5000 for good running to parade ready cubs. I've seen junkers selling for $1000-$2000 around here. I call or if real close go by these and tell them those pieces of junk are only worth a little over scrap yard price. If they don't want to go down in price I just say here is my number, call when ready to talk, but know it will be lower then as you've waisted my time today.

I’m in MS also. Those cubs priced that high aren’t selling. They stay for sale, they disappear from the ads, then they appear again. The best way to find a cub(or any tractor) at a good price is networking, friendships and just keeping an eye or ear out for one. Sometimes one will pop up in ads for a decent price and usually gone before you get a shot at it unless you’re lucky. Folks think since they have an antique tractor that it’s worth something until they find out it’s not.

[Slim140]

Prices here in Mississippi are high too. It's cheaper to buy an A-140 than a Cub. C-230 and H-350 are even cheaper. M's n variants are higher. I think it's funny (as in queer) that the poorest States in America charge the most for Cub tractors. From LA-FL up to AR, TN, haven't priced GA but I think them too. All these farming States want $3000-$5000 for good running to parade ready cubs. I've seen junkers selling for $1000-$2000 around here. I call or if real close go by these and tell them those pieces of junk are only worth a little over scrap yard price. If they don't want to go down in price I just say here is my number, call when ready to talk, but know it will be lower then as you've waisted my time today.

I’m in MS also. Those cubs priced that high aren’t selling. They stay for sale, they disappear from the ads, then they appear again. The best way to find a cub(or any tractor) at a good price is networking, friendships and just keeping an eye or ear out for one. Sometimes one will pop up in ads for a decent price and usually gone before you get a shot at it unless you’re lucky. Folks think since they have an antique tractor that it’s worth something until they find out it’s not.

This is how I got both of our 140's, word of mouth and both from friends. Bought one for $2,000 and the other for $2,200. One is nice, the other is mint. Both came with fast hitch, cultivators, and fertilizer attachments.

[Stanton]

Well,

I took the old girl for a spin. Started right up, no problems. Oil was good, PTO was good, clutch was good if a bit grabby, but I've not driven a tractor before. Guess it shouldn't feel like a Porsche! I'll do final checks tomorrow but put a deposit down on it. So hopefully she'll be coming home with me tomorrow at lunch and I'll be a Cub owner!

Happy with the decision. Hopefully, I'll feel the same in a month!

BTW, what gas/additives to you guys put in your fuel? I know these came from the world of leaded gasoline!

Congratulations on the new-to-you Cub! Hope it really works out well for you.

As for gas, not everybody has straight gasoline available to them. I do and use it in all my lawn mowers, tractors, chainsaw, lawn trimmer, and blower. It's not how often you use ethanol gas, but that it sits in the carb 24/7. In older tractors, it can start to erode and deteriorate the bowl and internals.

As for the clutch, remember, these Cubs are not shift on the fly. Keep clutch depressed, select gear, and then gently ease off the clutch pedal. To change to another gear, depress clutch pedal, use brake to come to a complete stop, select another gear and depress clutch pedal.

Glad you got one of Mr. E's Cubs!

[PFord]

Well, I’m glad this has worked out for you. I’m also happy to hear that one of Roy’s cubs has found a new, loving home. If you encounter any issues, with it, we’re here for you.

Much appreciated. I think he'd be happy that it went not only to a loving home, but the home of a photographer and coach!

[PFord]

Congratulations on the new-to-you Cub! Hope it really works out well for you.

As for gas, not everybody has straight gasoline available to them. I do and use it in all my lawn mowers, tractors, chainsaw, lawn trimmer, and blower. It's not how often you use ethanol gas, but that it sits in the carb 24/7. In older tractors, it can start to erode and deteriorate the bowl and internals.

As for the clutch, remember, these Cubs are not shift on the fly. Keep clutch depressed, select gear, and then gently ease off the clutch pedal. To change to another gear, depress clutch pedal, use brake to come to a complete stop, select another gear and depress clutch pedal.

Glad you got one of Mr. E's Cubs!

That is good to keep in mind. Thank you. I think I'll get better with some practice.

And yea, that makes sense with the gasoline. Fortunately, I have a couple stations nearby that sell ethanol free. I use that in my pressure washer and mowers. So I''ll just get a bigger can to use for the tractor. The way the cub sips gas, I imagine I won't be using all that much.

Looking forward to ownership. I hope the tractor gods are kind to me!

[PFord]

Welp, she's mine. Pulled her into the garage 20 minutes ago! Now the work starts... but not in this 100F+ heat!

[BullDAWG]

Is that a cup holder on the steering support shaft? I wouldn't mind having one of those. Might be the lightning but every add on that is blue looks to be a different color blue and none look like the darker blue IH used on implements.

[PFord]

Is that a cup holder on the steering support shaft? I wouldn't mind having one of those. Might be the lightning but every add on that is blue looks to be a different color blue and none look like the darker blue IH used on implements.

IT IS a cup holder! I wasn't too sure about it, and thought I'd probably take it off... then today, I saw my big Milwaukee insulated mug fit perfect and I was like, well...

And yea, the blue is ummm... interesting. I'll be buying an HVLP gun in a month or two and I'll be respraying a few things.