Recent content by DinosaurMike

Probably off-target: I installed Gator G5 blades on a Troy-Bilt 42" mid-season in 2023 and for the first time ever at the end of the season the bottom of the deck was clean. It almost looked bead blasted.

I rolled my Toro 30" rear engine rider one time on the hill alongside my driveway. No injuries or damage. I replaced that with a Troy-Bilt 42: tractor and never had an issue. I never measured the hill so it really does not help the discussion. I had the hill reduced when the landscaping crew was...

I know nothing about the engine, but do want to say that I am incredibly impressed by the shop owners who take the time to read about people's plights and offer great suggestions and information.

Did you use the generator to provide electricity to the power washer to wash something else or did you pressure wash the generator while the generator was running? Two very different scenarios.

Folks, the OP found his problem in post 15. Why would this happen at the same time he changed drive belts?

Name recognition is a very important marketing tool.

Just an FYI, many antique car owners have found that many of the Chinese repro parts are junk. Usually it is better to rebuild with a quality kit than buy new junk.

I am curious about your mowing of the ex-horse pasture. The OP mentioned hoof pits. Is your pasture smooth enough to mow comfortably? It sounds crazy, but would it be any advantage to have the pasture rolled to smooth it out? I'm a village kid so be easy on me.

Safety switches could have been defeated by the previous owner. I "fixed" the seat switch on my Husqvarna YT42LS tractor so the engine will keep running when I get off the seat. Was a real pain having the engine stop when I went to close the garage door. The engine continues to run with the PTO...

JacksSmallEngines.com is pretty good on parts breakdown diagrams.

I am glad it is running fine. Probably a good idea to clean the fuel system whenever you buy a used mower. Ethanol gas can cause a lot of damage. Some people report using it for 15 years with no issues. Many people cannot start their mowers in the spring with ethanol gas left in the tank over...

Safety switches could have been defeated by the previous owner. I "fixed" the seat switch on my Husqvarna YT42LS tractor so the engine will keep running when I get off the seat. Was a real pain having the engine stop when I went to close the garage door. The engine continues to run with the PTO...

Crap parts from China is a curse for antique cars. It is hard to find electrical parts worth anything. Brake wheel cylinders can come with holes drilled wrong so that brake fluid cannot get to the output. And on and on. If you have the choice of China or somewhere else, choose somewhere else...

Lindy46, change your mind about hiring a lawn service next year? Shiny new engine should make mowing fun again.

My Husqvarna parts department said that Kawasaki recommends (in 2023) their 10W-30 synthetic blend that has zinc for the FR series V-twin in my YT42LS tractor. I believe that it was less than $5 per quart when I bought it at the dealer in 2023.