Recent content by GeoffreyWheeler

The 4 engine-mounting bolts have become loose. I tipped the mower on its side and tightened the 2 forward bolts. I don't see how to tighten the 2 rear bolts because they are directly above the transaxle. I'd really like to remove all the bolts, clean them and apply Loctite and then reassemble...

I found the solution. Adjust the Operator Presence Control rod to be shorter. This is adjustable but is not covered in the owners manual. The interlocking latch disengagement dowel was too close to the latch. Remove the cotter pin from the link end. Remove the link end and washer from the...

Yesterday I tried mowing. The blades disengaged more frequently the more I mowed. There is a gap of about 1/16" between the release dowel and the latch when the operator presence control lever is held against the handle. The end of the lever rise 1½" above the handle before it will disengage...

My Model Troy-Bilt 34044 Wide-cut (33") Mower (SN 340440208823 Lot#12 Date NUJO) Lawnmower moves as soon as it is put in gear. It doesn't need the dead man's grip engaged. Apparently the new belt is too tight. What can I do?