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The flat pan is for the 10 hp K241 engines. You can't use those on the 12-16 hp engines. You need the deep sump pan from a Cub Cadet-spec K301, K321, or K341. I'd look for a cast iron pan instead of an aluminum one.
Good to know. Thank you!
 
Interesting. Are the cooling properties the reason that some of these machines were fitted with aluminum pans? I was wondering why IH would go with such a soft metal for a part that is used to secure the engine.

A bare aluminum pan will transfer heat to the air better than a cast iron pan. This will slightly reduce the oil temp. I doubt the difference is enough to matter.

The aluminum pan was likely a manufacturing cost savings.
 
I realize this has probably been asked a million times, but just to be sure, is there anything beside the ISO mounts and breather kit I should service while I have the engine out that is relatively easy?
 
I'd pull the fan shroud and find the timing mark on the flywheel, clean it and highlight w/a bit of contrasting paint so it stands out, then static time the engine.

Pull the engine `tins and clean as needed (head & engine fins)

Check the condition of the rag joints and replace if necessary.

Do a bit of house cleaning as well as needed.
Check for loose, bare or corroded wires too, think PTO feed.
Just a few thinks off the top of my head.
 
I'd pull the fan shroud and find the timing mark on the flywheel, clean it and highlight w/a bit of contrasting paint so it stands out, then static time the engine.

Pull the engine `tins and clean as needed (head & engine fins)

Check the condition of the rag joints and replace if necessary.

Do a bit of house cleaning as well as needed.
Check for loose, bare or corroded wires too, think PTO feed.
Just a few thinks off the top of my head.
Thanks! Just got the tractor to my Dad's shop and will be digging in next week. I'll post updates once done.
 

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