cub cadet 2186

Hi all- looking for some help or ideas. My Cub Cadet 2186 runs fine for the first 5 minutes or so. After that the hydraulic transmission looses power to the point it will barely move. The fluid is about 2 years old as is the filter. The oil level is fine although when I check it after...

Battery is fully charged with good cranking amps. Appears that one of the saftey switches is malfunctioning. Turn key and only get a clicking noise. Where do I start as far as checking out the saftey swithes.

I have a 2186 Cub that does not steer straight. You really have to work on it to have it go straight. I have replaced the two steering gears as there was play in the teeth. I have replaced the wheel's bearings & steering bushings, and it steers better but still has play. I am thinking about...

In anticipation of next month's bonus I stopped by my local Cub dealer. He had 2 tractors that peaked my interest. One was a CC 2186 for $2600 and the other was a 3165 for $4400 with a 44" deck. I had a couple of questions. First, what current models are they equivalent to, and second should I...

It is a 44in 18 horse power with 120 hours. I believe it to be a 2001 model year. It comes with the 3 bagger grass catcher and aerator/fertilizer. The guy in the paper has it listed for $2250 OBO. Is this a good mower and what is a good price for this unit? Thanks Bob

Help! I am trying to choose between the JD LX277 vs. Cub Cadet 2186 for basic mowing and yard work on about 3/4 acre lawn, 5 acre lot. I like the shaft drive of the Cub versus the belt, but the JD seems to hae a little better fit & finish. I also need the show-thrower and the JD single-stage...