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Cub Cadet 982 Parts Catalog

You are holding a broken part from your Cub Cadet 982. The number is rubbed off. You could grab any bolt from the coffee can, or you could pull the factory Cub Cadet 982 Parts Catalog off the shelf. That’s the difference between a repair that lasts and a tow bill next week. I’ve seen too many guys skip this step and end up welding brackets that don’t fit. Don’t be that guy.

A-Frame Hitch Adapter – Page 1 Breakdown

Page 1 of this 128-page catalog shows the A-Frame Hitch Adapter assembly used to mount yoke-type implements to tractors equipped with the 982. You get exploded drawings with reference numbers that match a parts table. The table lists OEM part numbers, quantities, and a column marked S/P/F — Service, Pack, or Factory. That column tells you upfront if you can buy a single nut or if it only comes in a pack of five. For example, the 5/8 jam nut (part 712-3015) shows quantity 2 and an S, meaning it’s available separately. No guessing whether you need to buy a whole kit. You see it on the page.

Air Cleaner & Intake Manifold – Page 3 Exploded View

Page 3 lays out the complete air cleaner and intake manifold assembly. There are 34 referenced parts including the air filter, housing, carburetor gasket, and crankcase breather tube. The catalog shows exactly which gasket goes between the carb and the adapter (ME-154-0733) and which O-ring seals the air inlet (ME-509-0145). If you’ve ever fought a vacuum leak because somebody reused a crushed O-ring, you’ll appreciate having the right part number in your hand before you order. This is what OEM documentation does — it kills the guesswork before you start wrenching.

Blower Housing Configuration

The blower housing section is on page 5. It’s a simple diagram with five parts, but those parts are specific to the 982’s cooling system. One wrong screw and the housing doesn’t seal, your engine runs hot. The catalog lists the factory screw size and type so you don’t substitute a random bolt from the drawer. That kind of precision keeps the machine running for another season.

7 Systems Covered in 128 Pages

This catalog isn’t a three-page quick reference. It runs 128 pages, covering everything from the front axle to the PTO clutch. You get exploded views for the steering system, hydrostatic drive, electrical components, mower deck, and more. Each page follows the same format: a clean diagram with numbered callouts and a matching parts table. No cluttered text, no third-party interpretations. This is the same document Cub Cadet shipped to dealers in the 80s.

Why OEM Parts Catalogs Beat Aftermarket Lists

I’ve seen aftermarket catalogs where the part number column is just blank because “common hardware” isn’t listed. This catalog calls out common hardware — it says “Purchase Locally” when a nut is generic, but it still gives you the size and grade. That attention to detail saves you a trip back to the parts store. The OCR excerpt from page 2 shows it: “7/8 Type 5 (Common Hardware, Purchase Locally)” with quantity 2. You know exactly what to buy. Aftermarket lists rarely do that.

Does This Catalog Cover the 982?

Yes. Every page is stamped “982” at the top. This catalog was written specifically for the Cub Cadet 982 model, not a generic “lawn tractor” collection. The part numbers match the original factory numbers used on that machine. If you own a 982, this is the document you need.

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For background on why OEM specs matter in any machine, read the Automotive Industry Overview and Automotive Industry Overview.

Does this catalog include torque specs?

No. This is a parts catalog, not a service manual. Torque values do not appear in the part tables.

How do I find the correct part number for my 982?

Use the exploded diagrams on each page. Each part is referenced by a number that matches a table listing the OEM part number, description, and quantity. Cross-reference the old part’s physical characteristics with the diagram. If your part looks different from the diagram, check the revision notes. The catalog covers the entire 982 model line including A-Frame Hitch, Air Cleaner, Blower Housing, and more. Call the number on page 1 (606-678-9623) if you need assistance. Also check the ‘S/P/F’ column — S indicates service part, P indicates pack of parts, F indicates factory-installed only. That column will tell you if you can buy the part separately or only as part of a set.

Stop digging through bins of unmarked parts. When you need the exact factory fastener, wiring harness clip, or hydraulic fitting, you want the official OEM reference. Access the Factory Manual from AutoRepairManuals and keep your 982 running with the right parts every time.