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    Repairs Bad coil? Craftsman riding mower with Briggs and Stratton engine

    Lawn Tractor Model: 917270781 Engine Model: 42E707-2631-E1 I have a Craftsman Lawn Tractor with a 2 cylinder Briggs and Stratton engine. It turns over, but will not fire. I have no spark at the plugs. I am deducing that in order to kill the ignition, a ground is established via the kill wire to...
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    Repairs Craftsman Riding Mower won't engage drive gear

    I just changed a rear tire on my Craftsman Riding Mower (model 917.27078). I jacked it up using the rear hitch with a floor jack. When I tried driving it after the wheel was installed, it would not engage the gear. I am able to push it freely when it is off or on. It also pushes freely with the...
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