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Cub Cadet 782 Engine

Cub Cadet 782 Engine Specifications

Engine Model - Kohler KT17
Engine Type - 4-Stroke, gasoline, twin-cylinder air-cooled
Number of Cylinders - 2
Displacement, cc (cu.in) - 692 (42.2)
Engine Bore, mm (in) - 79.4 (3.13)
Engine Stroke, mm (in) - 69.8 (2.75)
Rated Engine Power, hp (kW) - 17.0 (12.7)
Rated Engine Speed, rpm - 3600
Fuel System Type - Carburetor
Carburetor Model - Kohler
Carburetor Type - Side draft, adjustable jet
Fuel Pump - Mechanically operated
Governor - Mechanical
Lubrication - Pressurized
Oil Pump - Rotor type
Oil Capacity, L (qts) - 1.42 (1.50)
Electrical System Rating, Volts - 12
Charging System - Alternator
Weight, kg (lbs) - 53.5 (118)

Cub Cadet 782 Engine Maintenance Data

Valve Adjustment

Intake Valve Clearance (Cold), mm (in) - 0.076-0.152 (0.003-0.006)
Exhaust Valve Clearance (Cold), mm (in) - 0.278-0.354 (0.011-0.014)
Valve Lift (Zero Lash), mm (in) - 7.11 (0.280)
Intake Valve Stem to Guide (Max), mm (in) - 0.114 (0.0045)

Engine Oil and Filters

Engine Oil Type (Summer) - SAE 30
Engine Oil Type (Winter) - SAE 5W-20, 5W-30
Oil Classification - SF or SG
Oil Capacity (w/o Filter), L (qts) - 1.5 (1.6)
Oil Capacity (with Filter), L (qts) - 1.9 (2.0)
Oil Filter Part Number - 12-050-01-S
Air Filter Part Number - 45-083-02-S

Carburetor Adjustment

Main Fuel - 2-1/2 turns
Idle Fuel - 1 to 1-1/4 turns
Low Idle Speed, rpm - 1200±75
High Idle Speed, rpm - 3600±50

Ignition System

Spark Plug Type - Champion RBL15Y
Spark Plug Gap, mm (in) - 0.635 (0.025)
Breaker Point Gap, mm (in) - 0.432-0.580 (0.017-0.023)
Thread Size, mm (in) - 14 (0.55)
Spark Plug Reach, mm (in) - 11.7 (0.46)
Spark Plug Torque, Nm (ft-lbs) - 14-20 (10-15)

Cub Cadet 782 Engine Service Data

Cylinder Block

Cylinder Bore Diameter (Std), in (mm) - 3.125 (79.375)
Cylinder Bore Diameter (Max. Wear), in (mm) - 3.128 (79.45)
Cylinder Bore (Max. Taper), in (mm) - 0.0015 (0.038)
Cylinder Bore (Max. Out of Round), in (mm) - 0.002 (0.05)
Camshaft End Play, in (mm) - 0.003-0.013 (0.077-0.330)
Camshaft Bearing, in (mm) - 0.0010-0.0025 (0.025-0.063)
Crankcase End Play (Ball Bearing), in (mm) - 0.002-0.023 (0.051-0.580)

Piston and Piston Rings

Piston Thrust Face to Bore Running, in (mm) - 0.006-0.008 (0.15-0.20)
Top Ring Side Clearance, in (mm) - 0.002-0.004 (0.051-0.10)
Second Ring Side Clearance, in (mm) - 0.001-0.003 (0.025-0.077)
Oil Ring Side Clearance, in (mm) - 0.001-0.003 (0.025-0.077)
Rings End Gap, in (mm) - 0.010-0.020 (0.254-0.508)
Wrist Pin to Piston Boss (Max), in (mm) - 0.0003 (0.008)
Wrist Pin to Rod, in (mm) - 0.0006-0.0011 (0.016-0.027)
Piston Thrust Face Diameter (Max. Wear), in (mm) - 3.1165 (79.159)

Valves

Intake Valve to Tappet (Cold), in (mm) - 0.003-0.006 (0.076-0.150)
Exhaust Valve to Tappet (Cold), in (mm) - 0.011 -0.014 (0.279-0.355)
Valve Lift (Zero Lash), in (mm) - 0.280 (7.11)
Intake Valve Stem to Guide (Max), in (mm) - 0.0045 (0.114)
Exhaust Valve Stem to Guide (Max), in (mm) - 0.0065 (0.165)
Tappet Clearance in Guide (Max), in (mm) - 0.0005-0.0024 (0.013-0.060)
Valve Guide Interference Fit in Cylinder, in (mm) - 0.005-0.002 (0.013-0.051)
Valve Guide Ream Diameter, in (mm) - 0.312-0.313 (7.925-7.950)

Crankshaft

Crankshaft End Play (Sleeve Bearing), in (mm) - 0.002-0.014 (0.051-0.355)
Crankshaft Running Clearance (Sleeve Bearing), in (mm) - 0.0013-0.0033 (0.034-0.083)
Crankshaft Crankpin Diameter (Std), in (mm) - 1.3733-1.3738 (34.882-34.895)
Crankshaft Crankpin (Max. Out of Round), in (mm) - 0.0005 (0.013)
Crankshaft Crankpin (Max. Taper), in (mm) - 0.001 (0.025)
Crankshaft Main Bearing Diameter (Std), in (mm) - 1.7412-1.7422 (44.226-44.252)
Crankshaft Main Bearing Diameter (Min), in (mm) - 1.7407 (44.22)

Connecting Rod

Connecting Rod to Piston Pin Running, in (mm) - 0.0006-0.0011 (0.016-0.027)
Connecting Rod to Side Play on Crankpin, in (mm) - 0.005-0.016 (0.13-0.41)
Connecting Rod to Crankpin Running, in (mm) - 0.0012-0.0024 (0.030-0.060)
Connecting Rod Crankpin Bore Diameter, in (mm) - 1.3750-1.3757 (34.925-34.943)
Connecting Rod Crankpin Bore Diameter (Max), in (mm) - 1.3765 (34.963)
Connecting Rod Wristpin Bore Diameter, in (mm) - 0.62565 (15.891)

Cub Cadet 782 Engine Tightening Torque Specs

Spark Plugs, Nm (ft-lbs) - 14-20 (10-15)
Flywheel Retaining Screw, Nm (ft-lbs) - 54 (40)
Manifold Screws, Nm (ft-lbs) - 17 (12.6)
Closure Plate Screws, Nm (ft-lbs) - 17 (12.6)
Cylinder Head Screws, Nm (ft-lbs) - 20-27 (15-20)
Cylinder Barrel Stud Nuts, Nm (ft-lbs) - 40.5 (30)
Connecting Rod Screws, Nm (ft-lbs) - 23 (17)
Connecting Rod Nuts, Nm (ft-lbs) - 15.8 (11.7)
Crankcase Stud Nuts, Nm (ft-lbs) - 29 (21.5)
Crankcase Cap Screws, Nm (ft-lbs) - 17 (12.6)

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