I purchased a 1999 GT275 a month ago, and it ran fine the 4 times I've mowed since I had it. I changed the oil today (which to admit, is the first time I have changed the oil in a mower). The oil change went as well as possible for a rookie. Drained the oil and replaced the filter. Added the required amount of oil and replaced the dipstick. Cranked it up to get the oil circulating before making sure I had the appropriate amount. Turned the engine off. Pulled the dipstick out and first thing I noticed was white smoke coming out when I removed the dipstick. I let the engine cool and replaced the dipstick. Went to crank it up again and nothing. It makes an initial click like it's trying to start, but nothing. I'm not very mechanically inclined and my first assumption was the battery (not sure the last time it was replaced), but other than that I have no idea.
Thanks in advance for any help!!!
Thanks in advance for any help!!!