Recent content by Datadave

Thanks Mark for the reply and info. What does Sub'd mean ?

Raptor SD 54" / Kohler Pro 7000 I heard a rapid tapping sound like lifters tapping and then suddenly - The clutch stopped working. I would like to remove it for inspection. Any links to simple instruction / video would be helpful : Trouble shooting tips also appreciated : Thanks

Thanks guys, Looks like a trampoline spring tool is what I need I also looked up spring hook tool and found this on E-bay A Heavy Duty spring hook tool I think will work for $5.00 no more lost fingers like Berts friend

Hey guys, My mower belt come off the other day. It was all I could do to get the belt back on the drive pulley even with a helper pulling back on the tension pulley. Just in case it happens again I would like to know what tools would make it easy to remove and replace the tension spring without...

Sorry Kraky, The dragons tail comment was a joke about Florida - replying to 577jersey talking about scary sloped lawn mowing and he said not many slopes in Florida. I took it as a safety tip. Talk about drifting off topic, I asked about removing the fender on the SD so the oil filter & drain...

Thanks Guys! for all the help Gringexau: My filter was so tight I believe someone used an impact wrench to put it on. My cap filter wrench would only slip. I used a nylon strap type with the 1/2" drive (like this one) and it crushed the filter way before it loosened. "Totally Ridiculous" -...

OK- I need to change the oil & filter (Raptor SD 54" w/Kohler KT740) but I am not sure that I can fit my fat hands into the area between the engine and the fender. Would it be practical to remove the fender to make room to do the job and make cleanup easier? If so how difficult is it to remove...