Re: Cub Cadet Hydrostatic Transmission Fluid
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Posted by Ed on July 17, 1998 at 06:42:05:
In Reply to: Cub Cadet Hydrostatic Transmission Fluid posted by Dan Copeland on July 16, 1998 at 11:50:51:
It's similar to Dextron II ATF fluid - Looks, Smells and even the HYTran fluid 5 gal bucket my day got years ago on the farm said it was Dextron II. IH HYtran Fluid
Dextron II -- I believe was how the label read back in the late 70's. The filter should pick up dirt and no matter what fluid you use, dirt is your transmissions worst enemy. IH used this in the 504, 826(Hydrostatic), 966, and 686 tractors my dad owned and served not only as transmission fluid but also as the hydraulic fluid. The 826 has the identical transmission only bigger (80hp vs the 12-22 of a Cub Cadet) so I don't Believe their will be a problem. A Hydrostatic transmission is nothing more that a hydraulic pump and motor with a control lever that regulates the speed through increasing/decreasing the amount of piston travel in the pump. Hydraulic fluid and ATF fluid have additives to prevent foaming of the oil. Foaming will prevent the pump from pumping and your ability to regulate speed. So stay away from the standard engine oil as it will foam up in the transmission. : What is Cub Cadet Hydrostatic Transmission Fluid? I am really getting tired of paying $7 per quart for what I suspect is ATF or hydraulic fluid. If anyone knows, please contact me. My dealer has understandably been less than helpful here!
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