1966 International Cub Cadet 71, 102, 122, 123 & CW-36 Service & Repair Manual (P/N GSS-1369)
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Cub Cadet Models Covered & Key Technical Specifications
Models: International Cub Cadet 71, International Cub Cadet 102, International Cub Cadet 122, International Cub Cadet 123
Sub-models / Variants: Manual Starting, Electric Starting, Hydrostatic Drive (123)
Trade Names: Cub Cadet
Model Years: 1966
Technical Data:
- Engine displacement: 16.23 cu. in. (Model 71), 23.9 cu. in. (Model 102), 29.1 cu. in. (Models 122 & 123)
- Horsepower ratings: 7.0 HP (Model 71), 10.0 HP (Model 102), 12.0 HP (Model 123) at 3600 rpm
- Engine configuration: Single-cylinder, 4-cycle, air-cooled gasoline
- Compression pressure: 110–120 psi at 1000 rpm
- Spark plug gap: 0.025 inch (14 mm plug)
- Valve clearance (cold): Intake 0.006–0.008 inch (Model 71), Intake 0.008–0.010 inch (Models 102, 122, 123)
- Crankshaft end play: 0.002–0.023 inch (Model 71), 0.003–0.020 inch (Models 102, 122, 123)
- Connecting rod cap screw torque: 200 inch pounds (Model 71), 300 inch pounds (Models 102, 122, 123)
Cub Cadet Manual Features & Content Preview
- Details the 1966 International Cub Cadet 71, 102, 122, and 123 series, including gasoline-powered Kohler engine variants and hydrostatic transmission models.
- Official 93-page International Harvester OEM publication (GSS-1369, July 1966).
- Features 64 illustrated exploded-view diagrams of powertrain, steering, and mower deck assemblies to support your shop's repair planning.
Mechanical and Powertrain Coverage
This OEM publication delivers the exact technical data needed for routine maintenance and full component overhauls. It divides into three core sections: Engine, Chassis, and IH Equipment. Inside, mechanics will find comprehensive teardown references for the Kohler K-series powerplants (K-161, K-241, and K-301). Critical baseline measurements are fully documented. These include valve clearance, crankshaft end play, and governor linkage settings. Electrical system sections provide detailed schematics for magneto and battery ignition circuits, alongside motor-generator diagnostic values to quickly verify charging system health. Always ensure machine stability and disconnect the battery ground before beginning any heavy mechanical work to prevent accidental starter engagement.
Chassis and Implement Specifications
Chassis documentation outlines the internal layout of the selective sliding spur gear transmission, differential carrier assemblies, and the Model 123 hydrostatic drive system. Factory specifications guide the technician through front axle teardowns, steering geometry checks, and clutch linkage adjustments. Implement sections catalog the components for the 3-spindle mower decks, the CW-36 snow thrower, and the rotary tiller assemblies. They offer clear visual aids for professional equipment repair. Precise torque settings for major fasteners and strict tolerance charts for internal gears and bearings are documented throughout the text. This ensures mechanics have the exact factory numbers needed to return the machine to its original operating standards.
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