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Cub Cadet GT2542 Discussions (31)
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Using a GT2550 50" deck on the GT2542 tractor
Good morning all Just wanted to get opinions... I have a 2005 vintage GT2550 that is getting up there in hours >750...not blowing smoke, still works well...but I starting to replace parts that...- Lead-Cons
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dump rod, bypass rod ?????........ on 2006 CubCadet GT2542
While I was mowing the lawn, I saw this gold rod laying in grass. It seems this part fell off while I was mowing. I found out what the part is and ordered a new one but I don't even know where it...- lmhcubbie
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Looking for bagger part GT2542
I have a 2009 cc GT2542. bagger is obsolete. The cc store said the 19a40003100 would work. ordered this and it is for a zero turn. Does not include chute or hardware to mount to my unit. Paper...- whiplash@1
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Cub Cadet GT2542 blades won't engage.
I read that there is an engagement cable that attaches from clutch to mower deck that might be missing ??? NO IDEA... The pictures and diagrams I've searched through don't seem to show the cable...- lmhcubbie
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Cub Cadet GT2542 doesn't hold charge
My 2006 Cubbie just recently quit starting with the key and I have to jump start it every time. As soon as I turn it off --- it's dead again! Starts fine when jumped just doesn't hold the charge...- lmhcubbie
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GT2542 (2008) Deck Extension Spring Breaks Repeatedly
I may be jumping the gun but I wanted to get this post up before I go through too many $20 springs. I have a pre-2009 GT2542 with 200 hours on it and I just snapped the deck extension spring...- ratloko
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GT2542 Hydro problem
I just got a used GT2542 with 280 hrs...Thanks to snooping around this forum before I registered I did a full service including replacing the hydro fluid and filter. I drained the fluid and...- zeke83
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GT2542 Hydro problem
I just got a used GT2542 with 280 hrs...Thanks to snooping around this forum before I registered I did a full service including replacing the hydro fluid and filter. I drained the fluid and...- zeke83
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Cub GT2542 - improved cutting
Was a member years ago but have not posted for long time so had to re-join. Bought mower in 06 and have had difficulty with getting a clean (no mid-furrow) cut until this week. I have tried all...- vtcress1
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Thinking of buying a CC GT2542
Originally, I think I posted this in the wrong forum. So, this is a repost. Hi, everyone. I've been reading everything I can find about LTs and GT for about a month. I feel I will need to replace...- shaker281
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deck spindles on a GT2542
Does anyone know an easy way to grease the deck (blade) spindles on a Cub GT2542?- tractor user
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Wheel covers for the GT2542 and other GT
series Cubs. Does anyone know if anyone still makes whell covers for the GT series Cub tractors. I use to see some baby moon wheel covers for them but have not been able to find any for a while...- pearlmanz
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GT2542 pto will not shut off
I have a cub cadet gt 2542. When I start the tractor the blades start. PTO will not shut off. I have tried reverse shut off and still the pto is engaged. I unplugged the wires going to the...- Gorrell75
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Cub GT2542 vs JD X300
We are needing to replace our aging JD LX172 38" cut with a new lawn tractor. We need to stick to small deck size (42") hydrostatic (for my wife) and mulching deck. We have narrowed it down to...- artp
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Cub Cadet GT2542 PTO Belt
My Mom has a Cub Cadet GT2542 with a broken belt. I will be visiting her soon. She says that it is not the deck belt (the belt that turns the blades). It is the belt that you must lift the hood to...- eoline
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Weird transmission fluid observation (GT2542)
I noticed something really strange with the transmission fluid level in my GT2542 today. I normally check the transmission fluid level before each use (while the machine is cold). Today, I forgot...- RJ-NC
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hydraulic tiller to the GT2542?
...question; can you attach a hydraulic tiller to the GT2542? does it need an adapter and a shift lever installed where one of the fender cup holders is in order to do this? Anyone????- oceanjoe
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GT2542 VS GT2550 buying today/this week
Going to the dealer today to look at both of theese machines.I am not sure yet which one I will buy.May just wait until I get some responses from you great folks.I realise that the tractors...- papabear
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GT2542 Cub, is this a good tractor
I have a 14 year old Snapper that the tranny is getting ready to go south and I need to replace it. I have about an acre and some slope in my back yard that will tax any mower. I was going to...- pearlmanz
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Bought a CC GT2542
Hope I will be happy with it seems to be more tractor then the others I was looking at weights over a hundred pounds more.- sparkkky
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User Reviews (3)
Read what TractorByNet members think about the Cub Cadet GT2542 Subcompact Tractor
10 hrs on GT2542
Model Year: 2008
Fantastic tractor. Moved up from a JD L110 to this shaft drive 20 hp. Best part about it is the transmission- cast iron and so far I have been using it to pull up small tree and bush stumps. Would not try that with my JD belt drive.
Pros: transaxle, driveshaft
Cons: Kohler oil drain - worst possible location.
Model Year: 2008
Fantastic tractor. Moved up from a JD L110 to this shaft drive 20 hp. Best part about it is the transmission- cast iron and so far I have been using it to pull up small tree and bush stumps. Would not try that with my JD belt drive.
Pros: transaxle, driveshaft
Cons: Kohler oil drain - worst possible location.
400 hours with no problems
Model Year: 2005
I have had this tractor for 4-5 years now and it is still as solid running as when it was new. I added a bagger attachment and a pull behind cart. The shaft drive works extremely well uphill and the tractor has amazing traction. The only comment I can make is the mower deck does not seem to have enough capacity to keep filling the bagger when mowing in somewhat tall grass. It will clog easily. For those spots, I have to mow without the bagger attachment on. Overall this has been the first garden tractor I have owned that has stood the test of time. My last tractor, a craftsman, lasted a single season and was so plagued with problems I lterally threw it away than deal with the downtime of repairs. I spent the extra money and am very happy. The cut and finish of the lawn on this tractor is excellent. A great mowing machine!!
Pros: really good going up hills, reliable, rugged
Cons: shallow mower deck clogs easily
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Model Year: 2005
I have had this tractor for 4-5 years now and it is still as solid running as when it was new. I added a bagger attachment and a pull behind cart. The shaft drive works extremely well uphill and the tractor has amazing traction. The only comment I can make is the mower deck does not seem to have enough capacity to keep filling the bagger when mowing in somewhat tall grass. It will clog easily. For those spots, I have to mow without the bagger attachment on. Overall this has been the first garden tractor I have owned that has stood the test of time. My last tractor, a craftsman, lasted a single season and was so plagued with problems I lterally threw it away than deal with the downtime of repairs. I spent the extra money and am very happy. The cut and finish of the lawn on this tractor is excellent. A great mowing machine!!
Pros: really good going up hills, reliable, rugged
Cons: shallow mower deck clogs easily
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