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02-21-2025, 05:14 PM
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Saying hi and need some help
Wanted to say hi and looking for some input on an issue 1 of my cubs is having. I have a LT 2180 with the 18 hrs V twin Briggs and Stratton.
The problem I am having is when it’s below 36 degrees it acts as if dead battery. Temps above this it starts up fine as it should. I have to jump starter from battery to start it ( fires rite up). I have done a tune up, oil change, new battery ,new pro switch, new brake safety switch and a fuel pump. Only thing in starting circuit I haven’t changed yet is the ignition switch. I have one just been wag to cold to work on it outside. Any input on this would be great. 
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02-21-2025, 05:49 PM
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It's a common issue for hydro transmission tractors to experience hard starting in cold weather.
Since the drive line has a constant connection from engine to transmission the hydro pump is cranking as the engine cranks. The colder weather causes the hydro oil to thicken, thus adding significant resistance to the turning of the drive line and engine. About your only recourse is to get a battery with a high CCA (cold cranking amps) rating and provide some warmth to the transmission, such as a space heater or heat lamp.
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02-21-2025, 06:33 PM
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Welcome to Only Cub Cadets.
I agree with Ironman. Plus the engine oil is thick at that temp too. I work in an engine factory and the temps have been so cold at night, the day tanks in the plant fill so slow, they have to shut them down and let them catch up.
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02-21-2025, 06:56 PM
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Welcome to OCC.
Have you load tested the battery or had it tested? That would be the first thing to do. And it is never advised to fire the parts cannon at a problem till you test/ trouble shoot it. Don't get me wrong, if money is not a problem, enjoy the parts cannon route, but be advised in todays world, 50% of new parts are defective right out of the box, with Scam-a-zon and ebay at the top of the list. So be advised all the parts you purchased and replaced can cause new problems, you didn't have to start with. 
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02-24-2025, 03:21 PM
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I am assuming your are not starting this 2180 up to cut grass. I have had good success with the trickle charger (NOCO on 2182 with a car battery). the electrical system has an all weather plug for the charger wired in and you can either hook up the charger a few hours before you're going to use the tractor or just leave it plugged in all the time. I use the same charger for 4 different items - car, ZTR, side by side, and the cub. it was made to be hard wired to the vehicle I changed it so the plug is hard wired on each vehicle and I just move the battery tender around when needed. it is only 2amp
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