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  1. Kenneth

    Craftsman deck exploding

    I had a similar problem, and a new tension spring was the answer. Can't remember where I found out about it as a possible cause, but it sure fixed the problem.
  2. Kenneth

    YTH 180, bad transmission?

    I have a different yth model, so it might not help. But I had drive belt issues like you described, and changing the tension spring did the trick. Couldn't tell any difference between the two springs when they were in hand, but the new one sure solved the problem.
  3. Kenneth

    hydro-gear problems

    Not the op, but I just learned something here! Why is this not in the owners manual? For years I thought I was just cooling it down for the ride back. And lowering the noise too, a double win! Lol, live and learn. You guys are the best
  4. Kenneth

    Craftsman Rider dies

    Haven't heard anything back from the OP in several pages. But since everyone else has given suggestions, here's mine. I think that there's a restriction. Whether bugs, or rust, or collapsed fuel line, all great suggestions, or possibly a bad seal in a fuel connection allowing air to break the...
  5. Kenneth

    Starter issue or what?

    I have a similar dust problem here. I use a leaf blower for a quick clean, just to remove the 2 inches of dirt, and sand. Then compressed air for the rest, making sure that I blow out the filter also. Then hose it all down with the water hose. Let it dry in the sun, turn off the fuel, then drive...
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    where's the FAQ'S button?

    Shouldn't their be one, prominently displayed? Easy to find? Also shouldn't there be a sticky, on how to use the forums? I don't mean that useless "watch a video ", stuff neither. I can read, my phone won't open that kinda stuff. Even if it did, take me a half hour to watch, cause of my bad...
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    how bout a forum for accessories, add ons n such

    Like the title says how about a chance to talk about ,ask questions about others experience in dealing with add on aftermarket stuff. Hey if this category exists, I couldn't find it. In fact there's several things hidden in sub categories. Shouldn't they all be on one page. Right there where I...
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