I broke my Cub Cadet Riding Mower

[Tom Myers]

I don't really even see a need for it but the simplest solution would to be get a new one from Cub Cadet. It can't cost that much.

I just might do that as a last resort

[Tom Myers]

Thanks to everyone for all the suggestions and advice;

I finally got my computer back, up and running with Bluetooth operational so I can include a couple more photos.

If the handle was stretched when it broke there will not be a complete contact between the broken handle and the base. I would see how the handle fits back on the base. An aftermarket handle may be stronger than gluing on the broken one. If you decide to re use the handle I would use some type of bolt or all thread to dowel berween the handle and base. I would fit the pieces up and glue the dowel into one side. I would let that dry. Then I would glue the pieces together and use some type of tape to hold the JB Weld in place. Use jb weld and tape to build up to original size and contour if a second application is needed. A few wraps of black electrical tape would not be that noticable when completed.

This is pretty much what I have decided to try. I will probably first, use some epoxy to fix the handle in place and then diagonally drill holes through the glue joint, put some JB Weld in the holes and insert a steel rod in the holes. If that does not hold then I will break down and buy a new fender cover for it.



The reason for all this is that the mower was gifted to me by my daughter and S.I.L, is in really nice shape and I feel obligated to keep it that way. Besides it is the best mowing machine I have ever operated.

This what the good side looks like



By the way, I tried the acetone to see if it would soften the broken edges. It didn't do a thing. But it sure did a good job of cleaning off the epoxy putty that I tried first.


Thanks again everyone for all the help.