Recent content by charley95

Thanks! I got the belt snugged up. I think the belt had stretched a bit, of course the mower is 6 yrs. old and hasn't ever been adjusted.

Unable to get search function to work. Wondering if someone here can post a link to drive belt adjustment for this model?

I have a HRX217VKA that I purchased 4 years back. One of the washers on the hinge pin fell off and I replaced with a new one from the hardware store. When I pulled out the hinge pin the springs came unwound. I haven't figured out how to rewind the tension when putting the hinge pin back in place...

Bought a new VKA last may. I was wondering if it's ok to use ethanol free high octane gas in it? We only have one station in my area that carries ethanol free gas and they only carry high octane.

Just changed the break-in oil after the first recommended 5 hrs. The oil had a metallic look to it which I would assume is normal? I'm using Mobil-1 10/30,What are peoples thoughts here on using synthetic oil. This mower is like a Cadillac compared to my 8 yr. old Toro Super recycler. All of...

Had my Toro recycler for about 10yrs. now and won't be buying a Toro again. Too many things I don't like about it. Do you die hards recommend this Honda model for $620.00? Had a Snapper years ago and loved the rugged construction but, it appears maybe they aren't the mower they used to be. I...

Thinking of possibly buying a quality brand 2 stage. I have a MTD model 319-550 2 stage 5hp. Tecumseh 24 inch that I bought new in 1990. It has been very reliable through the years but starting to nickel and dime me. It's just starting to use a little oil and thought about maybe replacing the...

The motor on my MTD snowblower is getting tired since purchasing new in 1990. I'm thinking of just putting a new replacement engine on it. I'm finding engines everywhere online but no info. as to my application. Can anyone here give me some tips as to how to find the right model for my...

I replaced the wheel axle bolts and wheels on my walk behind rear drive self propelled mower. The gear is part of the wheel assembly and also replaced pinion drive gears. Axle bolt bushings come with the new wheels that are pressed into the wheel. The problem is when the drive wheels wear, the...

I have a Toro model 20057 self-propelled that I bought in 2006. It has the 6.75 hp Briggs with screw on oil filter. Is there a way to slightly increase engine speed? There is a governor and no throttle on this model. No matter what I do or how often I mow, I cannot get a good clean cut on my...