Bought a 2nd 128 today, but it needs some help..

[Tom Gegenheimer]

Hello everyone,

Today I purchased a 2nd CC128. It came with a mowing deck, loaded rear tires, wheel weights, chains, custom heavy-duty hitch, and a plow. Motor is excellent, starts right up and idles perfectly. I'm the tractor's 2nd owner!

The seller claimed the tractor had a new clutch. The clutch engages fine, but there is a terrible noise coming from underneath me when I push the pedal down about 1/2 way, or when it's idling/driving at full RPM. If I push the pedal down part way, the noise goes away. Sounds like an extremely loud rattling.

If this were a car, I'd look to a throw-out bearing. Does that sound like a possibility?

I'll have pictures of it tomorrow. Thanks for reading!

PS. When I asked the seller if he knew anything about the noise.. he blocked me on FB (I bought it on Marketplace). So.. yeah.

~Tom

 

[digger]

Hello everyone,

Today I purchased a 2nd CC128. It came with a mowing deck, loaded rear tires, wheel weights, chains, custom heavy-duty hitch, and a plow. Motor is excellent, starts right up and idles perfectly. I'm the tractor's 2nd owner!

The seller claimed the tractor had a new clutch. The clutch engages fine, but there is a terrible noise coming from underneath me when I push the pedal down about 1/2 way, or when it's idling/driving at full RPM. If I push the pedal down part way, the noise goes away. Sounds like an extremely loud rattling.

If this were a car, I'd look to a throw-out bearing. Does that sound like a possibility?

I'll have pictures of it tomorrow. Thanks for reading!

PS. When I asked the seller if he knew anything about the noise.. he blocked me on FB (I bought it on Marketplace). So.. yeah.

~Tom

Check for a broken teaser spring or make sure that the anti-rattle springs are still there. Could also be a throw out bearing issue.
http://cubfaq.com/mechanical_clutch.html

 

[Allenpatterson]

Congratulations on the purchase of another 128! Post some pictures when you get a chance!

 

[1811Cub]

Congrats on the purchase! Shame that the seller is behaving in such a manner..

 

[dschwandt]

Fully inspect the drivetrain from the engine on back to the transmission.
Anything that looks to be suspect may be the culprit.
My guess would be what Charlie noted.
Repair and/or replace as needed.

 

[mgwin]

Uh huh, second what Charlie and David said. Congrats on another 128. That was my first cub.
As for the FB/Marketplace, I have messaged several people concerning buying cubs. The next thing I know, they have deleted the listing. I even messaged one person within an hour of the post, asking when I could come to look at it. Never heard anything else from them.

 

[Tom Gegenheimer]

Thanks all for the replies. After taking the center cover off, I was able to see what was making that terrible sound. I've attached a picture that shows what is vibrating. Any idea how to secure it with more than just cotter pins?

The tractor came with decent loaded tires with chains, but I have a brand-new pair of 23X10.5-12 AGs to put on it. I might have those filled and will definitely keep the weights.

 

[dschwandt]

Clutch hanger and release lever need bushed and new pin installed. Possibly the release lever may need refaced as well.
Make sure the return spring is not rusted in two.

 

[Tom Gegenheimer]

Thanks everyone. Still learning about these clutch-driven systems. I took the frame cover off, and while running, the driveshaft seems to spin slightly out-of-round. I'm sure it's making contact with the drive plate, causing it to vibrate like crazy. Not sure if the shaft is bent or what. I'm studying the service manual as we speak... I appreciate the help! I'm looking forward to the days where I can assist others, as I feel like a fish out of water! Thankfully I have my other 128 to compare to.

 

[dschwandt]

loose spirol pins in couplers w/worn holes

 

[Tom Gegenheimer]

Thank you! I'll take a look tomorrow.