I have a 19hp/42" Craftsman Riding mower that's giving me some problems. It was running fine last year and now when I go to start it, the engine drags. The starter is new, so is the battery. If I remove the spark plug (there is spark by the way) the engine spins normally and the plug is wet (getting fuel) Also is there an easy way to tell if you need either a ign. switch or a solenoid without just blindly replacing the parts? Any test that I can do? I turn the key and nothing happens. I've been trying to start it by jumping the solenoid. It's a good mower, has a Vangard engine with fuel pump and oil filter. Any suggestions would be greatly appreciated. Thank you
ps. I've also tried starting it using my large battery charger which will start cars no problem, it still drags.
ps. I've also tried starting it using my large battery charger which will start cars no problem, it still drags.