Target Audience:
Owners, mechanics, restoration enthusiasts of International Harvester Cadet 80 tractors
Value Proposition:
Essential for maintaining, repairing, and restoring the IH Cadet 80, providing significant cost savings over professional servicing
Content Focus:
Practical, hands-on repair and maintenance guidance
Diagnostic Tools:
Includes troubleshooting sections to identify and resolve common issues
Engine:
Engine overhaul, disassembly, assembly, tuning, cooling system, lubrication system
Fuel System:
Carburetor service and adjustment, fuel pump, fuel lines
Electrical System:
Ignition system, charging system (generator/alternator), starting system (starter motor), lighting, wiring diagrams
Transmission:
Gearbox disassembly, assembly, adjustment, lubrication, clutch service
Drive System:
Rear axle, differential, driveshafts, PTO (Power Take-Off) operation and service
Steering:
Steering mechanism overhaul, adjustment, linkage service
Brakes:
Brake system service, adjustment, component replacement (drum brakes typical for this era)
Hydraulics:
Hydraulic lift system (Terratrac) service, pump, cylinder, control valve
Chassis And Frame:
Frame inspection, repair, component mounting
Bodywork And Fenders:
Sheet metal repair, fender mounting, operator platform
Maintenance:
Regular lubrication, fluid changes, filter replacements, tune-ups, preventative maintenance schedules
Troubleshooting:
Diagnostic charts for common problems, identification of symptoms and causes
Repair:
Step-by-step instructions for component disassembly, repair, reassembly, and replacement
Overhaul:
Complete engine, transmission, and hydraulic system overhaul procedures
Adjustments:
Carburetor, ignition timing, valve lash, brake settings, clutch adjustment
Depth:
Comprehensive; covers basic maintenance to complete engine and component rebuilds
Diagnostics:
Detailed diagnostic procedures and troubleshooting guides
Specifications:
Torque values, clearances, timing specifications, fluid capacities, electrical resistance values
Engine Type:
Vertical, 4-stroke, gasoline
Engine Model Examples:
International Harvester C-60 or similar Continental engines
Displacement:
Approx. 60 cubic inches (1.0 L) or similar variations
Horsepower:
Approximately 8-12 HP (gross, depending on specific engine variant and rating method)
Torque:
Specific torque figures vary by engine; manual will provide operational specifications.
Carburetor Type:
Single-barrel, updraft or downdraft carburetor (e.g., Marvel-Schebler, Zenith)
Fuel Delivery:
Mechanical fuel pump
Oil Change:
Every 50 operating hours or annually (refer to manual for precise intervals).
Grease Points:
Lubricate all grease points (e.g., wheel bearings, steering components, PTO) daily or as recommended.
Engine Oil:
SAE 30 or 10W-30 depending on climate (refer to manual for exact API service classification).
Transmission Oil:
API GL-4 Gear Oil (e.g., 80W-90 or 90W); specific IH specification (e.g., Hy-Tran fluid for some IH applications, but manual should clarify for Cadet 80).
Hydraulic Fluid:
IH Hy-Tran or equivalent; specific IH specification needed.
Coolant:
Ethylene glycol coolant with corrosion inhibitors; 50/50 mix with distilled water.
Common Wear Items:
Carburetor leaks/clogging, ignition points and condenser wear, hydraulic cylinder seal leaks, PTO shaft wear, electrical connections, clutch wear.
Engine Maintenance:
Regular valve adjustments and carbon cleaning are critical for longevity.
Manufacturer:
International Harvester (IH), a major American manufacturer of agricultural and industrial machinery.
Cadet Line:
The Cadet line was IH's entry into the compact and lawn/garden tractor market, evolving from early agricultural tractor designs.
Production Years:
Cadet 80 models were produced in the early to mid-1960s (e.g., 1962-1965).
Manufacturing Location:
United States