Spring Lawn Care Equipment Maintenance

LawnmowerThere are two key components to springtime lawn maintenance: Preparing the lawn itself and making sure that all power equipment goes through several procedures to ensure that off-season storage hasn’t resulted in any serious inefficiencies or maintenance concerns. Those homeowners who are new to getting their equipment ready each spring should be aware of a few key steps, each of which will assess the quality of several key parts and fluids needed most by the equipment. Continue reading

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Steps to Prepare Your Lawn for Spring

Winter can often be a particularly brutal time for the average homeowner’s lawn, with the combination of cold temperatures and heavy snow working to compact soil and put the health of grass into question. There are a few great ways to help reverse winter’s damage, however, and prepare lawns to look their best as warmer temperatures and springtime precipitation works to restore grass’ green color and thick coat. By following through with each of these procedures, homeowners will minimize their lawn’s recovery time and maximize its professional appearance early on. Continue reading

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How to Properly Store Your Cub Cadet Snowblower

Cub Cadet 3X 28As the weather warms up and the threat of significant snowfall events all but disappears, homeowners with a Cub Cadet snowblower need to make sure that they’re preparing their equipment properly for storage. The right storage preparations ensure that the equipment remains free of off-season damage and makes sure that the snowblower will be ready as soon as it’s needed next winter. With proper preparation, parts replacement, and observance of safety precautions, this process is as easy as it is straightforward. Continue reading

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Where to Locate Cub Cadet Snowblower Model and Serial Numbers

Cub Cadet 524 SWEWhen it comes to maintaining a Cub Cadet snowblower, finding the right parts for routine maintenance, and utilizing the right owner’s manual when learning how to use the equipment, nothing is more important than the model number. This number specifies the exact type of snowblower or other equipment being used, and specifies the engine type, hydrostatic transmission specs, and much more. Most parts are made specifically for a given model number, making this information essential when conducting repairs or seeking out service. Continue reading

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How to Store Your Cub Cadet Snowblower in the Off-Season

Cub Cadet 526 SWEAt the end of a long, cold, and challenging winter, few household chores are more exciting than preparing the snowblower for storage during the spring thaw and throughout the warmest months of the year. Whether it’s lubrication, cleaning, or replacement of key snowblower parts, this process is absolutely crucial in order to prevent unwanted damage, costly repairs, and excessive in-season maintenance at the start of the next winter season. Though snowblower maintenance and storage tips vary between different models and configurations, there are a few general guidelines that work for owners of single-stage, two-stage, and three-state Cub Cadet models currently on the market. Continue reading

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Best Fuel Additive for Cub Cadet Equipment: Star Tron

Cub Cadet Star TronWhen it comes to using Cub Cadet power equipment throughout the year, most homeowners and commercial operators are concerned with one thing above all: Efficiency. The reason for this is actually pretty simple. The equipment’s overall efficiency determines the cost associated with using that equipment to maintain the lawn, clear snow, or perform other key landscaping tasks throughout the year. If the engine continually suffers from subpar performance and uses an excessive amount of fuel, especially in an environment where fuel prices seem to rise quickly and without notice, homeowners and others can quickly find themselves hurting at the pump. Continue reading

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Cub Cadet 1X, 2X, and 3X Snowblowers: What’s the Difference?

Cub Cadet 1x SnowblowerChoosing the right snowblower is no easy task for the average homeowner, especially those homeowners who are entirely new to snowblower lingo and the various models available from today’s largest manufacturers. Though difficult, choosing the best snowblower is certainly not impossible. Consumers facing a major decision, like the one that exists when choosing between Cub Cadet’s 1X, 2X, and 3X snowblowers, will find that their decision is a bit easier to make once they have a basic understanding of how each model works. Before committing to any of the company’s leading snowblower models for residential use, consider the major similarities and differences that characterize each option. Continue reading

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How to Maintain a Cub Cadet 1X Series Snowblower

Cub Cadet LHPRegular snowblower maintenance is the key to ensuring that a Cub Cadet 1X snowblower lasts as long as possible. From new Cub Cadet parts to fluid checks and cleaning, here’s what snowblower owners need to know in order to extend the life of their equipment as long as possible. Continue reading

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Getting Started Guide for a Cub Cadet 1X Series Snowblower

Cub Cadet 1x HPFor those homeowners who are new to the impressive series of Cub Cadet 1X snowblowers, getting started with the equipment can seem a bit intimidating. With a number of safety concerns, numerous controls, and a few operational quirks, the 1X series requires a bit of primer before it’s used to clear snow for the first time. With a few basic tips and considerations in mind, those who are new to Cub Cadet’s powerful lineup of 1X snowblowers will find it quite a bit easier to turn the equipment on for the first time and enjoy the greater degree of convenience when doing away with the aftermath of Mother Nature’s most intimidating winter storms. Continue reading

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Cub Cadet 1X 221 LHP Review

Cub Cadet LHPCub Cadet’s reputation as a leader in residential power equipment is enhanced by its dominant 1X 221 LHP snowblower, which is designed as an entry-level model for homeowner with smaller areas to clean or smaller winter storms to clean up after. Though designed as an entry-level option, there is very little that says “entry-level” about this particular snowblower. As should be expected from Cub Cadet, the 1X 221 LHP comes with a number of high-end features that make any snow clearing task significantly easier to accomplish, and it packs a punch with one of the most powerful single-stage snowblower engines currently on the market. For those looking to balance compact design with robust features and specs, this is probably the perfect option currently available. Continue reading

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