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Briggs 500e OHV push engine

May 27, 2015, 2:35 pm
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I picked up 2 mowers at the scrap yard yesterday. One Murray had this engine on it. The frame was broken and the starter wouldn't catch but I got it anyway. I spray some WD40 on the pawl that engages the flywheel and got it working, sort of. The entire starter assembly is plastic, not a plastic cover over a metal one. It's held down by three small bolts but one of the nuts they thread into had broke out of this one. The whole starter housing was flexing a lot but I managed to get it cranked and it ran alright. I put it on another frame but need to figure out some way to get a third bolt in that housing. I am disappointed in Briggs for this plastic starter assembly. Thought some of you'll might want to see it, this is the first one I have had. Looks like my pictures are to large.
Cannon
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Mower deck Honda 1011 Riding Mower Leveling Deck?

May 27, 2015, 2:57 pm
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I have a Honda 1011 rear-engine riding mower. It is not cutting evenly. Anyone know how to level it, or could this be a blade issue? Have owned the mower since new and have had this problem in the past. Had the professionals handle it but the problem comes back.
Thanks
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MontgomeryWard(Gilson) Model#GIL33045C

May 27, 2015, 3:29 pm
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I inherited this machine with no Operator Manual, Parts List or Repair Manual. It is 14 HP, Variable Speed Lawn Tractor. Was new in the early 70's. Right now, it runs fine, but the mower deck is not installed and I need specifications for the MOWER DRIVE BELT. Of course, I would like to acquire any paperwork available.
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Craftsman head light lens

May 27, 2015, 3:37 pm
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Hi Guys,

I haven't posted is some time and thought I would send a question your way. I still have a 1996 Craftsman Garden Tractor and now in need of a lens for the headlights. Last season while picking up leaves the lens fell off and I ended up driving over it with the mower. Now, I already checked at Sears and this part is no longer available. The tractor model is 917.251492. I have been looking on line for used parts but I haven't found anything yet. Any help would be appreciated. My only other option is to make my only insert out of metal and insert a few driving lights.

Thanks
Paul
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Simplicity mower won't start

May 27, 2015, 4:39 pm
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Hi everyone. I'm new here and hope to gain some knowledge and perhaps solve a problem I have. I recently bought a used Simplicity riding mower. The model number is 1691931 if that helps. A new battery was installed, the fuel and oil were drained and replaced since it had been sitting for quite some time. When we got it home it started right up but was in need of fuel. My father-in-law was filling the gas tank while talking and not paying attention he had completely overfilled it and now it will not start. I'm not much of a mechanic at all so I'm hoping someone can give me some advice on what to do. Thank you in advance.
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Mower deck Engine pulley hits deck when trying to disengage blades

May 27, 2015, 4:51 pm
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I have a MTD 1998 Yard Machine 13A S679G 062.
Took the deck off and reattached. All connections look ok.
However, engaging and disengaging the blades is a problem.
When attempting to disengage the blades, the deck hits the engine pulley.
Also, attempting to lower or raise the lever is difficult and I can hear springs popping.
Is this due to the incorrect position of the disengagement rod?
Where is the threaded end of the rod supposed to fit?
If I find where the threaded end fits, which way am I supposed to twist it to solve this problem?
Or am I on the wrong track?
Thanks.
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Two Kawasaki Engines that Dip and Surge at Idle

May 27, 2015, 5:16 pm
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I have two pieces of equipment with Kawasaki V-Twin engines and both are not running to my satisfaction. They seem to dip and surge at idle, particularly at startup. It seems to me that they might have the same problem, but I can't be sure. I have a feeling that both are recovering from instances of "the ethanol in the gas" that occurrded in their past, but I don't know the history of the 18 HP well enough to be sure.

Rather than try to describe what they are doing, I took some video (although the audio is what's important)

A 15 HP Kawasaki on a DR Brushmower
https://youtu.be/xO2dHiSzG5s

A 18 HP Kawasaki on a Johne Deere GT235
https://youtu.be/Y9771_KnhVc

I would appreciate any input on things to check. I pretty much disassembled and reassembled the carb on the 15 HP last summer and it didn't have any effect - good or bad. I will certainly post my findings if I figure out how to fix this issue.

Thanks,

Steve
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2002 hustler

May 27, 2015, 7:08 pm
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started with no spark. replaced right (black) coil.and it fired right up. replaced left (grey ) coil and it wont fire now. What da fu
HELP
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Need Help/Advice with Troy-Bilt Lawnmower

May 27, 2015, 7:38 pm
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Hey all. Spring is here and I'm starting up on projects again that have been lurking in my garage. I've already fixed my 2nd, back-up snowblower and my neighbor's snowblower which quit half-way through winter, and I rebuilt my tiller carburetor. Now I'm working on my lawnmower. It's a Troy-Bilt(MTD), variable speed, self-propelled lawnmower, Model # 12AV839N711. A "few" years ago the power drive mechanism(transmission) stopped working. I was told by MTD when I contacted them that the "transmission" wasn't serviceable and I needed to buy a new transmission. Anyway, I fixed what was wrong with it, which were multiple problems. The "D" hole in the belt pulley was stripped and it was spinning on the shaft. I was able to order one. The seals were all leaking and I was able to get those, too. The "fork" fingers that slides the plastic gear over onto the input shaft was worn enough so that it didn't move the gear enough to engage the power shaft. I was able to add weld onto the fork fingers and re-machine the surfaces. I have a new belt for it, too. Anyways, I am now reassembling the transmission.

This brings me to my problem. I don't know what type of lubrication to put into the transmission. I also don't know how much lubrication to put into the transmission. I have done multiple, extensive searches and have found nothing. I also contacted MTD and was told by them, again, that the transmission is not serviceable. They would not tell me what oil to use or how much. There is nothing listed in my manual about the transmission lubricant other than a line that says something like, "The transmission is lubricated at the factory and does not require any periodic lubrication".

I remember when I first took the transmission apart that the oil was "silvery" and had a "gritty feel to it. I don't know if that is how it originally was or if the silver color and grit was from the metal that was worn off from the fork fingers.

Does anyone have any information on the type and amount of lube for this lawnmower? Thanks
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Buying a new mower

May 27, 2015, 7:45 pm
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Looking to buy a used mower. Would like either a walk behind or a riding tractor, and must be 36" or bigger. Price range is around $1200. Any recomendations? What should i be looking for in a mower?
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New IS 3200, disappointed, need advice

May 27, 2015, 8:10 pm
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I bought a new Ferris IS 3200 61" this spring. Had a John Deere 265 Lawn Tractor 17 hp with a 46" deck for the last 15 years. I wanted to cut down my mowing time, which I did, however, this thing is hard to get used to.
I have about 4 acres with lots of trees, small and large, and I thought then zero turn would solve my proiblems. It does turn circles fast, but the 26" tires are tearing up my lawn, and grabbing my shrubs and bushes and running over the low limbs that get pulled in by the big rear tires.
The extra width of the deck allows the blades to find rock and roots that were never a problem before (mowing height is set at 3"). It is also scalping areas where there is a slight roll or hill.
The ROPS is way too high, even when folded, and hits tree limbs if I'm not very careful. I'm thinking of shortening the ROPS or removing it.
I think this machine would be awsome mowing large flat fields, but I'm having difficulty with my lawn.
This machine is really fast, and has a pretty comfortable ride, 2 things I was looking for, but I feel I over bought. I think I'd have been better off with a 54" diesle lawn tractor, or maybe a 4 wheel steer unit. Due to the price of the Ferris, I don't feel I can walk away from and sell it for anywhere near what I paid. Any advice or recomendantions on the above issues are appreciated.
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lawn mower electric start and manual pull cord start stopped working at the same time

May 27, 2015, 9:26 pm
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My Craftsman electric start and manual start both stopped working at the same time. It is a Craftsman model 88776 self propelled electric ignition and manual pull start 190cc brigss and straton motor. What can be wrong. It started right up and I moved for about 15 minutes, I stopped to get something to drink, came back and both the electric ignition and manual pull start would not work. What happened?
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Haven't been on here very much

May 28, 2015, 10:23 am
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How have things been around here? I've been so busy with work and life in general that I haven't really had the chance to be on here :eek:

I'll post about how I've been soon. Probably later tonight or tomorrow.
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Briggs motor possibly seized?

May 28, 2015, 10:50 am
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Poulan pro mower, briggs motor model: 12H802 type: 1922 F1 code: 99031856......the pull cord will barely pull, I dont want to pull it as it's so tight that it feels as though the cord itself will break if I tried to pull it hard enough to turn the motor over. I can spin the blade by hand with a decent amount of effort. Sounds slightly like metal on metal turning inside when I manually turn the blade. I'm assuming the motor isn't seized completely if I can spin the blade. Has old oil in it. Should I spray some pb inside the spark plug socket? When I turn the blade I can hear that there is compression. Thanks for any help!:thumbsup:
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B&D Electric mm575 motor internally shorted?

May 28, 2015, 11:02 am
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Hi all, I got a used B&D electric mower, started getting weak and losing power, then shutting off. I researched and checked the switch and rectifier config. Tried bypassing the switch, it tripped the breaker. Tried replacing the rectifier (which was bad, I tested it) and it still tripped the breaker. I read that the switch is an alternate-action double pole switch, which interrupts the AC input when the handle is released but also shorts the motor leads together to stop the blade sooner. Okay, whatever, but I found that the two leads to the motor read as a short even with everything disconnected. That can't be right. I can only conclude that the motor has an internal short. Any suggestions, comments?
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John Deere LX 279

May 28, 2015, 11:28 am
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I recently bought this mower and it has an annoying safety feature, when mowing and then stopping to back up, the mower shuts off. I know this is a great safety feature so I don't back over a child, but I don't have any kids around me. Is there a way to defeat this?
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42" Dixon ZTR mower

May 28, 2015, 11:37 am
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Saw and ad in the paper today for a Dixon mower.
Man is out of town but, said I could look at it tomorrow.
I asked why he is selling and he said they converted yard to xeroscape and have very little grass.

He said everything works...I don't know hours, condition etc.

he said it has a B&S 15.5 HP

What prices would be good. Any comments or help about what to look at when I go see it.

I have never owned/driven a ZTR mower.
I would certainly have to sell a couple of mowers if I bought this. haha
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starter repair

May 28, 2015, 11:44 am
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I have a 26HP kohler command. The battery has 12+ volts. Starter doesn't seem to have power to turn engine over. I first thought it was dragging. Bushings seem ok. Rubber grommet that fits on drive pinion a little chewed up, not much. There was a little a little rubber between drive nut (collar) and drive pinion. Is drive nut metal to metal against drive pinion? PDF doesn't show anything between them. This doesn't look rite to me. Looks like the drive nut would grind against drive pinion. Starter spins fine off of engine. What do some of you think? Thanks
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Repairs Service Manual- Walk Behind Drive Systems

May 28, 2015, 2:11 pm
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New Craftsman?Husqvarna Mower

May 28, 2015, 2:17 pm
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I have a new 42" inch cut Craftsman (Husqvarna) Mower with 3.2 Hours on it. When the steering while is positioned straight the left front tire is straight and the right front tire is turned sharply (about 30%) to the left. The mower has the new style steering mechanism on it and there doesn't appear to be any adjustment for the wheels. I have been to three different Sears stores and they all have brand new mowers on display that have the same problem. They have been of no help in resolving the problem and I have been waiting for two months for a technician to arrive. Anyone else experience this problem? Suggestions?
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