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A Cub Cadet  pulling tractor  and I need to update my clutch, what should I know?In a stock class the participant may only need a new disc for their existing clutch.Midwest Super Cub’s kevlar disc and possibly a heavier spring. The stock springis a 300# spring and the heavier disc is a red spring, an 800# spring.Our beginner Cub Cadet replacement package includes Pressure Plates (Cub Cadet ones warp), A Red Clutch Spring, a longer & heavier Release Arm,( longer to make it push that heavier spring easier and heavier so it doesn't bend) a throw out bearing,  a teaser...

How does setting my timing change K-series Kohler motor? Set timing-1 cylinder change point gap, more gap more advance timing.  Typically for every .001" wider points gap equals about 1 degree more advanced timing.  Usually the limit on points gag is about .025" or so.  If it gets too wide the push pin on the back will bottom out and keep the points from closing all the way and it won't run at that point.  You can use our Chevy Points Bracket and high performance points to eliminate any points bounce.   To eliminate the points all together you can...

What makes the Midwest Super Cub gas pedal different? The Midwest Super Cub brand gas pedal features a machined slot withbronze bushing allowing the pedal to move smoothly. Part #52116 MWSC gas pedal does not have a sticky spot when depressing the pedal.  If you ever need a new cable by itself we sell them too.   Click to watch videos

What size is the cooling fan?Part #52086About the same size as a soda can.Where should the cooling fan be mounted?It should be mounted on a solid surface and be pointed at the head andcylinder wall. Vibration will cause the fan to fail or fall apart, we strongly suggest mounting them on rubber grommets.

When installing these coils, the two brass 10-32 threaded inserts are where the 12 volt power and the trigger wire (points or module) wire goes.  They can be hooked up either direction.  Link to coils Click Here for Video