Hello from a New old Cub owner
 

I have recently purchased a Cub Cadet 1440. I got it for 300 and everything works so far all though its very slow in reverse and hardly moves backward at all if on a incline. I put new headlight lens and a new rear deck wheel. I have not done anything else to mower so I appreciate any suggestions on things I need to check or do since this is my first Cub. Its Model # 143-633-100, Serial #836402, and MFG date J232G2. The Deck is 42" GT Deck 320190 serial # 419032 and MFG date K182G4. I don't know year of manufacturer Cub dealer said early 90s. I ordered a owners manual and I plan to repaint it in the winter as it has a few spots where paint chipped off. The hydro drive is new to me so that is going to take some getting use to. Supposedly the oil, belts and filters were just changed before purchase. Thanks for looking and any and all info appreciated. BTW I was thinking of getting a lawnsweeper for it if you guys have any opinions on those.

It rolled out of the Factory in Oct of 1992.

Welcome to OCC

Pull the cover and see if the linkage is moving all the way when you put it in reverse. Make sure it has fresh oil and the proper filter.

Best place to post questions for your tractor is the CCC/MTD section. :beerchug:

Many thanks
 

Thanks for all the information. You guys are awsome I will be checking linkage this weekend.

Welcome and good luck with your 1440!

But be careful, the CC bug is a dangerous one :biggrin2:

Welcome to OCC! You would love a lawn sweeper. They are great for picking up leaves, small sticks, pine straw and other yard debris. I've had one for almost nine years and love it! :beerchug:

Question for Roland
 

How did you establish it was Oct of 92. Just asking for future referance

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