This comprehensive service repair manual is your ultimate guide to maintaining and repairing your International IH Cub Cadet 73 Tractor. It provides detailed instructions, illustrations, diagrams, wiring schematics, and specifications to help you tackle any repair or maintenance task. The manual is designed for both experienced mechanics and do-it-yourselfers, ensuring that you have the necessary information at your fingertips. The manual covers all aspects of your tractor, including: - **General Information**: Learn about the basics of your tractor, including its design, specifications, and safety procedures. - **Engine Mechanical System**: Gain a deep understanding of the engine's operation, from its components to troubleshooting and repair procedures. - **Engine Electrical System**: Master the intricacies of your tractor's electrical system, including starting, charging, and lighting systems, with detailed wiring diagrams for easy troubleshooting. - **Emission Control System**: Understand the workings of the emission control system and how to maintain it for optimal performance and environmental compliance. - **Fuel System**: Learn how to diagnose and repair common fuel system issues, including fuel lines, filters, and pumps. - **Suspension System**: Get detailed guidance on maintaining and repairing your tractor's suspension system, ensuring a smooth and stable ride. - **Clutch System**: Understand the clutch system's operation and how to perform repairs and adjustments. - **Manual Transaxle System**: Learn the intricacies of your tractor's manual transaxle, including shifting and troubleshooting. - **Automatic Transaxle System**: Discover the workings of the automatic transaxle, including maintenance and repair procedures. - **Driveshaft and Axle**: Gain insight into the driveshaft and axle systems and their essential maintenance needs. - **Steering System**: Troubleshoot and repair steering system issues, ensuring safe and precise control. - **Brake System**: Master the brake system, including adjustments, repairs, and safety procedures. - **Body Interior and Exterior**: Learn how to maintain and repair the body of your tractor, from interior components to exterior panels. - **Body Electrical System**: Understand the body's electrical system, covering lights, gauges, and accessories. - **Restraint System**: Ensure the safety of your tractor by understanding and maintaining the restraint system. With its clear, step-by-step instructions, detailed illustrations, and comprehensive coverage, this service repair manual will become your indispensable companion for keeping your International IH Cub Cadet 73 Tractor in top condition.

The International Harvester Cub Cadet 73 tractor, fondly known as the "73," was a compact, versatile workhorse that graced fields and gardens across America during the mid-to-late 20th century. This iconic model, produced from 1961 to 1964, represented a crucial step forward in the evolution of the Cub Cadet line, solidifying its reputation for ruggedness and reliability. The 73 was powered by a 7-horsepower, air-cooled Kohler K161 engine, a testament to its simplicity and durability. Although equipped with a single-cylinder engine, it delivered surprising power, enabling it to tackle a wide range of tasks, from mowing lawns and tilling gardens to hauling small trailers and operating various attachments. The 73's compact size and relatively low weight made it maneuverable in tight spaces, making it ideal for working in smaller yards and gardens. The International Harvester Cub Cadet 73 featured a robust build, crafted with a cast-iron front axle, steel wheels, and a durable, easy-to-maintain design. Its manual transmission provided three forward gears and one reverse gear, offering ample control for various tasks. The 73's versatility was further enhanced by its ability to accept a wide array of attachments, including mower decks, tillers, snow blowers, and even a small-capacity loader. This versatility made the 73 a truly multipurpose machine, capable of handling a variety of chores around the home and property. The 73's legacy lives on today, with many examples still in use and highly sought after by collectors and enthusiasts. Its robust construction, straightforward operation, and unwavering reliability have made it a cherished part of agricultural and horticultural history.