What did you do with your Cub Today?

Originally Posted by Matt G.

You would need to remove shims to reduce the pressure. I think my manual says that 782s are set at 600-700 psi, and the larger 982 at 7-800 psi. I wouldn't go a lot higher than 800, either.

The 982 pump had a relief valve set at what you posted. The pressures were increased on the later Cubs, 900+ IIRC as the 982 struggled to lift the tillers. This is one reason I went to the 1882 pump on my 982.

BTW...no sweat on the lift low, big difference.


Scott

IHinIN,

I suggest a remote relief valve, the one I bought was about $40 and it's adjustable from 500 to 1500 psi and very quiet and smooth.



Scott

[IHinIN]

Here's an exploded view of the relief valve in a GM pump. The shims go between the end cap and piston housing to decrease pressure on the spring. To increase pressure you remove shims and/or add small washers under the spring.

[Matt G.]

Yep, that's definitely different.

What brand pump do you have?

[IHinIN]

I assume it's a Saginaw pump. It came off an early '70s Chevelle I believe.

[Amigatec]

Those GM steering pumps are almost the same from 1962 to at least 1985 or so. The only real diffenrence would be the thread and the can on the back. The same rebuilt kit should fit all of them.

[ACecil]

Great job, Bill! You have been busy.

[Lmiller]

I worked her yesterday plowed up a small garden, disked it up, then dragged spring tooth?/ chisel over it for kicks! ol cubs tired... need to build a power lift for it... the manual lifting wears me out!!!!
Larry

[JayBrd]

Busted out the "O" this weekend to finish up moving the last of the dirt pile. Both of them got a good work out doing the last of the heavy work for the new landscaping..

[TheSaturnV]

Terrific shots and great looking pair of machines. Any more pics of the landscaping, etc?