flymo l38-5 lawn mower lots of noise bit of help please

[angellonewolf]

i have a flymo l38-5 mower starts and runs but makes a lot of noise i have taken the unit apart and found a lot of movement in the big end aprox 1 mm total back and forward

i have asked a few parts suppliers ( i am in uk just to help )they say the unit is discontinued

the product number is 9630146-51
serial no 24400099
model l38-5

can any one say what parts i would need to fix this looking on line its a full kit inc con rod and bottom bearings

from looking i my need part Tecumseh 16115007 can any one say if this is right and does this inc the bearing for the small end as well as i want to do a good job but dont want to spend a massive amount

thanks angel and thanks for any help in advance

 

[chance123]

The flymo's I have worked on "all" make a funny noise. I have discovered that noise coming from the propeller/blade that makes it hover having no wheels. Many of the golf courses use them for the slopes and uneven terrain. They're an unusual beast.