1979 International Cub Cadet Models 482 & 1100 Service & Repair Manual (P/N GSS-1485)
Cub Cadet Models Covered & Key Technical Specifications
Models: International Cub Cadet 482, International Cub Cadet 1100
Model Years: 1979
Serial Numbers: Model 1100 S/N 646219 and below (specified for breaker points), Model 1100 S/N 646220 and above (specified for breakerless ignition)
Technical Data:
- Engine displacement: 0.4 L (24.36 cu in)
- Horsepower rating: 8.2 kW (11 hp)
- Governed speed: 3600 rpm
- Compression ratio: 6.1:1
- Cylinder bore: 87 mm (3-7/16 in)
- Stroke: 66.7 mm (2-5/8 in)
- Spark plug gap: 0.76 mm (0.030 in)
- Coil armature air gap: 0.254–0.356 mm (0.010–0.014 in)
- Crankshaft end play: 0.051–0.203 mm (0.002–0.008 in)
- Flywheel nut torque: 88 N·m (65 ft-lbs)
- Cylinder head bolt torque: 19 N·m (165 in-lbs)
- Connecting rod bolt torque: 21 N·m (190 in-lbs)
Cub Cadet Manual Features & Content Preview
- Covers 1979 International Cub Cadet 482 and 1100 tractors, documenting technical specifications and mechanical maintenance for engine, chassis, and electrical systems
- Official 122-page International Harvester publication GSS-1485, Revision 1, dated November 1979
- Contains 59 technical illustrations, 4 electrical schematics, and 4 torque-specification reference tables
- Serves as the specific reference document for the 482 and 1100 line, providing factory-authorized settings for the transition to breakerless ignition systems
Documented Contents and Subsystems
If you wrench on the 482 or 1100, this OEM publication is your baseline. It breaks down the technical details needed for proper maintenance across five primary sections: Engine, Fuel System, Electrical System, Chassis, and IH Equipment. You get component-level identification for teardowns and reassembly, alongside the exact factory inspection criteria for every critical sub-system.
Engine coverage dives into removal procedures for both models, cylinder bore honing, and crankshaft inspection parameters. The fuel system section breaks down carburetor disassembly and lays out the precise governor linkage settings. On the electrical side, expect wiring schematics, starter repair benchmarks, and alternator testing parameters. Chassis documentation gives you deep insight into steering assembly geometry, differential maintenance, transaxle servicing, and the front electric PTO clutch.
Specification and Technical Data Preview
Factory data runs throughout the manual. You will find torque values for critical fasteners, including the flywheel nut (88 N·m or 65 ft-lbs) and cylinder head bolts (19 N·m or 165 in-lbs). Valve clearance specifications are clearly defined at 0.127–0.178 mm for the intake and 0.229–0.279 mm for the exhaust. Working with these factory-authorized numbers ensures the equipment operates safely and within its design limits. Always review all integrated safety protocols and consult a certified technician before applying tools to heavy machinery.
Additional technical data highlights include:
- Intake valve free spring length: 45.2 mm (1.8 in)
- Front axle center pivot shaft diameter: 0.747 to 0.750 inches
- Transaxle fill capacity: 2 liters (4 pints) of SAE 90 gear lubricant
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