Segment:
Light-duty utility tractor (gardening, property maintenance, small farm)
Target Audience:
Homeowners with acreage, small farmers, collectors, mechanics specializing in vintage tractors
Key Competitors:
John Deere 100/200 series, Cub Cadet (early models), Simplicity, Wheel Horse
Versatility:
Designed for a range of attachments like mowers, tillers, snowblowers, and trailers.
Durability:
IH tractors are known for their robust construction and longevity when properly maintained.
Manual Value:
Essential resource for maintaining and repairing the IH Cadet 382, enabling DIY repairs and extending the life of the tractor.
Engine:
Engine overhaul, troubleshooting, repair, specifications, cooling system, lubrication system
Fuel System:
Carburetor service, fuel pump, fuel tank, lines, filters
Electrical System:
Ignition system, starting system, charging system, wiring diagrams, lighting, accessories
Drivetrain:
Transmission service (gearbox, clutch), differential, rear axle, PTO (Power Take-Off)
Hydraulics:
Hydraulic lift system service, pump, cylinders, control valves, fluid specifications
Steering System:
Steering gearbox, linkages, adjustments
Braking System:
Brake shoe adjustment, drum service, brake fluid, parking brake
Chassis And Frame:
Frame inspection, component mounting, drawbar
Bodywork And Sheet Metal:
Fender removal/installation, operator platform
Specifications:
Torque values, clearances, tolerances, fluid capacities
Routine Maintenance:
Oil changes, filter replacements, lubrication points, air cleaner service, battery maintenance
Troubleshooting:
Diagnostic charts for common problems in all major systems (engine, electrical, hydraulics, etc.)
Repair And Rebuild:
Detailed step-by-step instructions for disassembly, repair, and reassembly of all major components
Adjustments:
Carburetor adjustment, ignition timing, clutch adjustment, brake adjustment, hydraulic control settings
Overhaul:
Complete engine, transmission, and hydraulic system overhaul procedures
Electrical Diagnostics:
Wiring diagram interpretation, testing procedures for starter, generator/alternator, ignition components
Depth:
Comprehensive (covers everything from basic preventative maintenance to complete engine and transmission rebuilds)
Diagnostic Focus:
Includes detailed diagnostic procedures and troubleshooting guides for common and uncommon issues.
Engine Make Model:
Typically powered by an International Harvester or Kohler single-cylinder, or sometimes a twin-cylinder engine.
Engine Type:
4-stroke, overhead valve (OHV) gasoline engine
Displacement Cc:
Varies by specific engine option, often in the 250-500cc range (e.g., Kohler K-series).
Horsepower Hp:
Typically in the 8-16 HP range, depending on the engine variant.
Carburetor Type:
Single barrel, float bowl type (e.g., Zenith, Kohler specific).
Fuel Type:
Unleaded gasoline
Oil Type:
SAE 30 or 10W-30 (specific weight depends on ambient temperature, consult manual for exact spec).
Cooling Method:
Air-cooled
Transmission Type:
Manual transmission with multiple forward and reverse gears.
Gear Count:
Typically 3, 4, or 6 forward speeds plus reverse.
Clutch Type:
Dry, single-plate clutch
Pto Speed:
Standard rear PTO, often 540 RPM.
Transmission Oil Type:
Gear oil, typically SAE 90 or 80W-90 GL-4 (confirm exact specification in manual).
Engine Oil Change Interval Hours:
Typically 25-50 operating hours or annually.
Air Filter Cleaning Interval Hours:
Every 25 operating hours or as needed based on dust conditions.
Transmission Oil Change Interval:
Every 100-200 operating hours or annually.
Hydraulic Fluid Type:
Tractor hydraulic fluid (e.g., IH Hytran or equivalent ISO VG 32/46 universal tractor transmission oil - UTTO).
Grease Type:
General purpose lithium-based grease.
Common Wear Items:
Clutch wear, brake shoe wear, hydraulic pump seals, carburetor issues due to age/gumming, starter solenoid failure, PTO clutch adjustment.
Electrical Problems:
Corroded connections, failing generator/alternator, worn starter brushes.
Spark Plug Spec:
Champion RN12YC or equivalent (confirm in manual).
Ignition Timing Spec:
Typically set to TDC (Top Dead Center) or a few degrees BTDC (Before Top Dead Center) for optimal performance (refer to manual).
Manufacturer:
International Harvester (IH) was a major American manufacturer of agricultural machinery, construction equipment, and vehicles.
Cadet Lineage:
The Cadet series was IH's line of garden tractors, often produced from the mid-1960s through the 1980s, evolving through many models.
Cadet 382 Era:
The Cadet 382 model typically falls into the late 1970s to early 1980s production run.
Manufacturing Location:
Principally manufactured in the United States (Louisville, Kentucky was a major IH plant for tractors).
