I have a 26 HP Crafstman riding mower. The other day it started making a grinding noise when i start it. Its not a clicking noise..definately a grinding noise. It starts just fine every time and as soon as it starts the grinding noise stops..Where should i start looking for the problem?
Craftsman Mower grinding noise
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reynoldston
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sound like the starter drive gear going bad.
reynoldston
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The starter gear should be replaceable. The bushing that the gear slides on the starter shaft wear out . If it was me I would check prices because you could find a rebuilt starter wouldn't cost anymore then a gear.
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Starter gear . Some of the green body tractors chatter because the blades try to engage . Make sure no sticks in the cable wire or it is too tight .