Scrap the 3 in 1 blade GT2542

[MrWiggles2]

Hey GC- how's it going? Glad to see the 2180 is still doing its thing. So is mine, I just put on 140 hours. Not too many more upgrades, outside of the taillights I added and soon a plow.

GC can you give the part number for the flat blade. Is it the 759-3824 number? And will it still work on the twin bagger? I've been using the 3-n-1 blades. They're ok, but would like to try something new to see if I get a better cut.

 

[YanmarFever]

My cub ztr doesnt pick up grass worth beans !! the 450.00 bagger is just a joke because it glogs so fast .Needless to say im not happy with the bagger, however I love the mower, it starts everytimeWhy cant cub build a decent bag system, I even put the pickup blades on.What am I missing here, how do your baggers work ??Ernie

 

[micman32]

My cub ztr doesnt pick up grass worth beans !! the 450.00 bagger is just a joke because it glogs so fast .Needless to say im not happy with the bagger, however I love the mower, it starts everytimeWhy cant cub build a decent bag system, I even put the pickup blades on.What am I missing here, how do your baggers work ??Ernie

I have the triple bagger. It does a good job over all but is very frustrating at times. I don't use it in the spring as the grass is more sticky and plugs the chute. I have had better results when the grass is drier from July on.
John Deere has a better system because they add a fan the the discharge which gives extra lift.
CC could do better with their bagging system.

 

[TractorLarry]

Ok, I've found this all confusing. That said, what do you guys feel are the best blades for a GT48" Deck and a typical lawn?

I have no bagger. It blows what it mows.

Are the Gator Blades a good choice, or should I just use standard P/N blades?

-Larry

 

[Fordlords]

I am using the Gator mulchers on my 44" deck, but it is an old IH design 3 blade deck, so I can't quote how they will work with the decks on the newer CC models. My deck does not have a mulch plug, so I still discharge and pick up the clippings with a Agri-Fab tow behind sweeper, however clippings are less and smaller with the Gators than the stock straight blades, so I do get some mulching action- exactly as WillyS described. I think the Gators are pretty decent and they are inexpensive too.

-Fordlords-

 

[GreenQuality]

Hey! Mr wiggles Tractor Looks great!I like the tail lights,your going to have tell me how did you wire it. The only up grades 4ply on all the rims and a new paint job! and over 1500 hr on that vanguard,and still runs like it was new! could not find the gt rims that you have on your 2180.the PartNo#742-3018 for low lift blades. which have low drag and saves your spindles and bearings a great deal of hard ship!Good to see you making that 2180 sharp!

 

[iquester]

OK, now I am sold on the Gator Mulching blades. Just put a freshly sharpened set on my 48" deck with the mulching kit on my 3185 and wow! Can't see the leavings and a nice smooth cut. As I reverse directions across the yard with each pass, it striped out my yard like a pro.

I am sold.

M Gardner

 

[iquester]

Here's the scoop on my blades for the 48" Deck:

Gator Part# 98401. Dimensions: Length 16 7/16"; Center Hole 3/4"; Outer Holes 5/16"; Outer holes center to center: 2-1/2"; Width .250"; Thickness .203".

Replaces Cub Cadet #759-3826 and #742-3025

I got mine here:
http://www.jackssmallengines.com/gatcub.cfm

Your number for replacing the 742-3018 or 759-3824 is Part #91940


Mike Gardner

 

[MrWiggles2]

Thanks GC! Its been fun upgrading, the lights were easy, just spliced off the wires leading to the headlights... had to remove some electrical tape but its right there on the right side panel.

1500 hours is just awesome... glad to see you're still using it. I think that the 2180 was one of their best models, that Vanguard is just incredible.

I'll PM you on the tires.

 

[LBrown59]

Thanks GC! Its been fun upgrading, the lights were easy, just spliced off the wires leading to the headlights... had to remove some electrical tape but its right there on the right side panel.

1500 hours is just awesome... glad to see you're still using it. I think that the 2180 was one of their best models, that Vanguard is just incredible.

I'll PM you on the tires.

I would replace the red lenses with clear ones and have a nice set of rear work lites.