Recent content by Cusser

So it runs now????????????????

Most plastics - EXCEPT polyethylene (HDPE) and polypropylene - CAN be glued. I used regular JB Weld on some plastic parts on my 38-yesr-old backyard spa a couple of years ago, which brought it back to life. Replacement parts had been discontinued decades before, and I could not find a 2-piece...

Sometimes it takes a retired industrial R&D chemist/former air-cooled VW mechanic to tackle a simple issue. As a belt wears and slips, it glazes and won't grab as well. I have a 2005 Craftsman LT1000 I use to cut weeds such as tumbleweeds in a small town, and I always have a supply of new...

So - did you ever install a brand-new belt? If so, was it the same size or 1/2 inch smaller?

To me: this is a a big clue. I'd work to find out why, and fix this.

No stations listed for ethanol free gasoline in all of Maricopa County. That includes Phoenix, Mesa, Tempe, Glendale, Gilbert, etc, about 8 million population. Same zero listings in Pima County (Tucson area).

Sounds like original poster needs an 87 inch belt !!!! My LT1000 (917.275371) purchased new in May 2005 lists two different belt part numbers (like 1/2 inch difference in length) for the drive and mow belts. I use 1/2 x 95 kevlar for both.

How will the new 15% ethanol gasoline affect our Craftsman mowers and lawn tractors? What should we do?

Thanks for all that information. I owe you guys an additional picture.

Thanks, I'll try that next time I mow, likely next week. Makes sense.

About 3 years ago my neighbor gave me this mower. 6.75hp 190cc Gold series. B&S engine. Mower model 917.370431. The engine number appears to be 126M02-1525-F1 This starts right up initially. After mowing like 15 minutes, if I shut it off to empty the clippings bag, it won't re-start until...

Try a jump start from a vehicle; don't overlook a battery that is weak under load.

I would test the battery UNDER LOAD. Try a jump start from your vehicle. With compression (spark plug installed), takes more power to spin/crank the engine.

I enlarged this hole and used a big bolt and 2 nuts to create an upward-pointing "stud", and loop an eyescrew on a wagon handle onto that.

Good - should be straightforward fix.